By utilizing smart ask amounts instead of using a “one-size-fits-all methodology, nonprofits have seen a 12% increase in average donation size and a 62% increase in average gift size year-over-year. Smart ask amounts reduce friction in the donor journey and lessen the risk of donors abandoning their gift altogether.

Being successful with online crowdfunding challenges and a-thon fundraisers requires a personalized, connected participant experience. This post features six ways peer-to-peer (P2P) campaigns can fall short—and how to avoid them.

Sponsorships are the fundraising engine of charity golf tournaments. They help cover costs and create memorable connections between your organization and local businesses and corporate partners. To attract high-dollar sponsors, your slate of sponsorships need to be engaging and align with the sponsor’s goals.

If your nonprofit doesn’t have the right fundraising technology, one in which each part is talking to all the other parts as a cohesive unit, every dollar that comes to you is creating an ever-increasingly damaging data silo.

The findings of the 2025 Board Effectiveness Survey shed light on where nonprofit boards should focus their efforts to maximize performance and impact. Effective onboarding, clear expectations, and regular touchpoints are foundational to boosting board participation at nonprofits.

Human-First + AI Forward is not a rejection of technology – it’s a balancing of values. It’s a philosophy that insists AI should be in service to people, not the other way around. AI technology should amplify human flourishing, not replace it.

GivingTuesday raised $3.6 billion in the U.S. from 36.1 million donors. Clearly, fundraising works for nonprofits on this day. If you’re new to it, welcome aboard. The numbers say it’s a worthwhile investment. Jump in and aim for your best end-of-year giving season yet.

Charity golf tournaments offer a unique mix of fun, networking, and philanthropy that’s hard to replicate with other fundraising events. Golfers get a day on the course, sponsors gain visibility and engagement, and your organization raises critical funds and awareness for your mission.

The wonderful thing about direct mail lies in its adjustability. You don't need massive budgets or complex campaigns to get started. Begin with simple donor thank-you postcards or event invitations, track the results, then gradually expand what works.

These seven principles, rooted in behavioral science and backed by sector-wide data, show how nonprofits can strengthen emotional connections with supporters — making it easier for them to give, and to give again.

At first glance, using PayPal Giving Fund seems like an obvious choice for nonprofits. It’s free, simple, and trusted worldwide. But what many nonprofits don’t realize is that relying too heavily on PayPal Giving Fund can come with hidden risks that might actually hold your fundraising efforts back.

If nonprofits or community organizations want to grow their volunteer base, they must actively market their opportunities in smart, effective ways that inspire action. This post features five proven strategies to help nonprofits market volunteer opportunities and recruit passionate individuals dedicated to driving their missions forward.

Even the most well-intentioned nonprofit teams can fall into common pitfalls that undermine their efforts and drain valuable resources. Understanding these ten fundraising mistakes helps organizations build stronger connections with supporters while maximizing their impact.