Normally, this would be the second-largest fundraising time of the year – with spring donation letters and events in full force. But the speed at which life has changed has some nonprofits thinking twice about fundraising ... at least right now. What’s the right approach for you?

A clean donor database means better deliverability for your appeals, more donations, and fewer donor complaints. And you really can clean your data yourself — if you take on our first “Love Your Donor Data Challenge.”

In this video, Brianna Klink looks at how to create a basic data dashboard to drive sound fundraising strategy in your nonprofit.

Customize this template to create more consistent and engaging communications in 2020. Plus, this style guide will save your team time and hassle.

Most nonprofits have these annual tax summaries out to donors by January 31. But these aren’t just a donor thank you. When done correctly, they’re both a legal record and a donor stewardship and retention tool.

Do you know the difference between stress and burnout? Left untreated, burnout can lead to serious health issues and affect long-term quality of life. Here’s how to spot and start solving burnout — for yourself and your nonprofit co-workers.

Hundreds of nonprofits have downloaded this basic fundraising plan template over the last year. That’s because it can take you from “I somehow have to raise $X,XXX,XXX … ” to “I have a documented plan with well-defined, manageable tasks!”

Is it tacky to include a reply slip in your holiday card? Our blog explores both sides of the debate and offers some helpful tips on how to choose.

If you write fundraising emails, you know it’s a lot of work to get donors to click through and not just swipe left. That’s why we prepared this email checklist to help you keep moving toward your year-end goals.

Have you heard this saying? “Cheap, Fast, and Good. Pick two.” When it comes to choosing postage for your year-end appeal, this project management truth definitely applies. Here’s how to make your choice.

I have a working theory. The further away we get from childhood the harder it gets to spot a great story. And you need to find that story if you want your donation letter to succeed.

For some nonprofits, Giving Tuesday is a great idea. It fits well with their existing fundraising strategy and strengths. But for others, especially smaller nonprofits, Giving Tuesday can be a distraction from more effective, year-end tactics.

Online giving is a growing source of revenue for most nonprofits. Ahead of fundraising season, it’s important to review the state of your donation page and make it as easy as possible to give.

Take on tricky donor database errors caused by nicknames and foreign language characters with this step-by-step guide. It’s part 3 of our data hygiene series.

Studies show that donors read their own names first and then decide whether to keep reading your donation letter. You need to do everything you can to make sure those names are correct – and these donor data fixes can help.

If you write donation request letters, then you know how frightening the job can be. So much rides on you finding just the right words. Here are five of the most common writing issues and how you can fix them in your next donation letter.

This blog is the first in a series on data hygiene. We look at why a clean donor database will help you connect better with donors and save you time (and money!). Plus, get step-by-step instructions on how to fix common data issues.

Nonprofit folks are great improvisers. But don’t wing it when it comes to your year-end fundraising content. Make plans now to delight donors.

Our free Giving Season Budget Template can help you forecast for your year-end campaign. It comes pre-populated with industry benchmarks and useful formulas.

Every nonprofit has the skill and will to do certain fundraising tasks, but not others. Use our Fundraising Self Audit to measure where you are today and to find your perfect fit for Giving Season.