Donor trust isn’t a nice-to-have – it’s critical to the success and longevity of any nonprofit organization. But, earning this trust is becoming more difficult. According to the Edelman Trust Barometer, only 58% of the world’s population trusts nonprofits to…
As the temperatures heat up and the summer months begin, have you noticed that giving is cooling off? Don’t panic! It’s completely normal. There’s even a term for it: the summer slump. Seasonality is a big part of fundraising. Check…
It’s true – nonprofit volunteers are often the very heart of an organization. While donors are certainly vital to the success of any mission, so, too, are those who give their time and talents. Volunteers often bring new skills and…
When you think of nonprofit event planning, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Is it the venue? Maybe the theme or the decorations? What about entertainment and food? While all of these pieces of a charity event are…
Aiming to fill out your communications calendar for the new year? Looking to plan fundraising campaigns or events? You might want to take a look at notable nonprofit dates in 2025. From holidays to awareness months to giving days, having…
With the start of January comes personal New Year’s resolutions – eating healthier, reading more, exercising regularly…the list goes on. But what about fundraising resolutions? There are several tasks your nonprofit should do every January to start your year off…
In the last post in this series, we talk about why fostering a culture of open communication is important for a project to succeed and for a project team to thrive. 1. Transparency: Open communication promotes transparency within the organization.…
Nonprofit project managers face unique challenges in managing projects and keeping team members engaged. Here are 10 ways that can help effectively manage projects and maintain team engagement: 1. Clearly Define Project Goals and Objectives: Ensure that team members understand…
Managing projects in the nonprofit sector can be challenging. Rarely do organizations have a dedicated project manager on their team and so often other team members get pulled in as an “event lead” who is playing the role of project…
