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Fundraising can be overwhelming. We gathered tips and tricks to help you raise the most for your causes. Read our thoughts on best practices.

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Credit Card Processing for Nonprofits: Your Essential Setup Guide

Credit card processing for nonprofits costs between 2.1% and 3.2% of every donation you receive. These numbers might look small on paper, but they pack a punch when your organization depends on fundraising.

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15 Time-Saving Nonprofit Software Solutions (All Under $30/Month)

Managing a nonprofit on a tight budget? You don't need expensive software to make it work. The numbers tell an...

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Best Event Management Software for Nonprofits

Planning a nonprofit event? You know the feeling—juggling registration lists, coordinating volunteers, managing...

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Plan a Successful Charity Event: A Complete Guide & Checklist

Whether you’re stepping into your first fundraiser or refining an annual favorite, charity event planning can stir a...

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How to Make Your Year-End Giving Count: A Donor’s Guide to Meaningful Impact

Did you know that over 40% of online giving occurs in December, with 5% coming in on December 31st alone? Your year end

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Nonprofit Fundraising Software Comparison: Which Tool Actually Works Best? [2025 Guide]

Selecting the right nonprofit fundraising software can make or break your donation outcomes. Nonprofits using effective...

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How to Price Silent Auction Items: A Proven Guide to Maximize Donations

Setting your silent auction starting bids at just 30% of fair market value can boost bidder participation...

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FAQ: Setting Strategic Bid Increments for Your Charity Auction

Bid increments are the minimum amount a new bid must exceed the previous bid in your auction. They’re the heartbeat of...

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Setting Strategic Bid Increments for Your Charity Auction

Finding the perfect bid increments for your charity auction can feel like searching for the fundraising holy grail. Too...

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Top 6 Auction Items That Raise the Most Money for Nonprofits

If you’ve ever organized a nonprofit auction, you know the thrill of watching bids rise. And the frustration when some...

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15 Budget-Friendly Raffle Basket Ideas to Wow Your Fundraiser Guests

When you’re planning a fundraiser, every dollar counts. Luckily, you don’t need an expensive prize table to grab...

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Nonprofit event planning

The Essential Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

If you’re part of a nonprofit, you already know how much heart goes into the work you do. Every event you plan is an...

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Effortlessly Manage Your Fundraising with Auction Website Software

Fundraisers are always a big undertaking. You're juggling volunteers, keeping donations on track, and making sure every...

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Auction Software for Nonprofits: Boost Your Fundraising Success

Planning a fundraising auction can be exciting, but also incredibly overwhelming. Spreadsheets pile up, paper bid...

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The Seller's Guide to Online Auction Bidding Strategy: Price Items That Sell

Getting your starting price right can make or break youronline auction bidding strategy. Whether you're new to selling...

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Why Your Online Auction Platform Isn't Making Money (And How to Fix It)

You launched your online auction platform with high hopes, but the results are disappointing. Despite the growing...

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Effective Silent Auction Bid Sheets: Free Templates

Picture this: You’re at your nonprofit’s annual fundraising gala, watching potential donors walk past your silent...

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Winning Raffle Basket Ideas to Boost Your Fundraising Success

Basket raffle ideas remain timeless favorites for nonprofit fundraisers—and it's easy to see why. According to...

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Hit a Home Run with These Softball Fundraiser Ideas

Softball season is a great time to bring communities together. And for many nonprofits, it’s also the perfect backdrop...

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Ultimate Fundraising Plan Template: Boost Donations for Your Nonprofit

Every successful nonprofit fundraiser starts with a clear, thoughtful plan. Whether you're running an online auction,...

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Organize a Sweet and Profitable Candy Fundraiser in 6 Easy Steps

Looking for a simple, feel-good way to raise funds? A candy fundraiser might be your secret weapon. Whether you're...

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Effective Fundraising: Email Templates and Tips for Nonprofits

Email fundraising is one of the most powerful tools nonprofits can use to drive donations. On average, emails generate ...

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How to Accept Online Donations with Stripe: A Complete Guide

Whether you’re researching payment platforms for the first time or looking for a better alternative to your current...

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Top Lessons from the Most Successful Nonprofit Fundraisers

A successful fundraiser does more than bring in necessary funds for your nonprofit organization. It also widens your...

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