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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.

How to Build an Online Auction Website in 8 Steps

Creating an online auction website can feel intimidating, especially if you’ve never set up a website or managed an auction before. It’s completely normal to feel unsure about where to start. Most people do. 

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charity event planning

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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auction items for nonprofits

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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raffle tickets

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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Auction Website Software

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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NPO team high fiving for success

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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softball fundraiser ideas

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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Colorful wrapped lollipops for a candy fundraiser

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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Fundraising Email Templates

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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Happy volunteer team smiling together

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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silent auction donation request letter

How to Write an Effective Silent Auction Donation Request Letter

Silent auctions are a powerful way to raise funds, and behind every successful silent auction is an effective donation...

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golf tournament fundraiser

How to Organize a Successful Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Golf is more than just a game of skill. It's an experience that brings people together. Pair that camaraderie with a...

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Fundraising team celebrating in blue t-shirts

20 Creative Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits and Charities

Finding creative ways to fundraise is the path to a nonprofit’s success. Whether you’re starting from scratch or trying...

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Auction gavel with a sold sign

Set The Perfect Starting Bids for Your Silent Auction Items

A silent auction is a fun and interactive way for a nonprofit to raise money. Attendees browse items up for sale and...

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timed online auction

Running Timed Online Auctions: Strategies for Maximizing Bids

A timed online auction might be your best bet if you're looking for a flexible, lower-pressure option that still brings...

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Volunteers splashing a car with water

How to Plan a Successful Car Wash Fundraiser: Tips and Tricks

A car wash fundraiser is a timeless, grassroots event that blends community engagement with a practical, low-cost...

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silent auction mobile bidding

Enhance Donor Engagement with Silent Auction Mobile Bidding

Fundraising today looks a lot different than it did just a few years ago. Nonprofits are finding new ways to connect...

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silent auction platforms

7 Budget-Friendly Silent Auction Platforms [Expert Picks]

What's the biggest challenge facing nonprofits when planning a silent auction? Finding software that actually works...

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The meaning of fundraising

Fundraising Meaning Explained: How It Fuels Nonprofit Success

If you work in a nonprofit, you already know that fundraising is about much more than dollars and cents. It’s the...

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Team using online auction software

Top Free Auction Software for Nonprofits: Boost Fundraising Efforts

We know that effective fundraising is the heartbeat of every successful nonprofit or charity. It fuels your mission,...

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fundraising ideas for nonprofits

9 Best Nonprofit Fundraising Ideas to Boost Donations

Fundraising has been a part of the charity industry for a long time and is still key to NPOs achieving their mission....

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