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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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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 popularity ofvirtual fundraising eventsand mobile bidding, your digital auction just isn't delivering the revenue you need for your cause.

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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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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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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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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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Silent Auction Starting Bids: How Much Should You Start At?

A practical starting point for silent auction items is about 30% to 50% of fair market value. Common items may benefit...

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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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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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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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Best Silent Auction Platforms for Nonprofits: 2026 Comparison

The best silent auction platform depends on your auction format, expected revenue, payment workflow, volunteer...

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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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Free Auction Software for Nonprofits: What “Free” Really Costs

Free auction software exists, but “free” can mean very different things. A platform may charge nonprofits nothing while...

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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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How to Set Up a Successful Silent Auction

What goes into hosting a successful silent auction fundraiser? A whole lot! From starting strong with clear goals and a...

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Choosing the Best Auction Management Software for Fundraisers

There are so many things you need to juggle to make an auction fundraiser a success – and something that can be a big...

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BiddingOwl vs. Zeffy: Fees and Features Compared

BiddingOwl and Zeffy both support nonprofit fundraising auctions, but their pricing, checkout, event-day tools, payment...

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Choosing the Best Donor Management Software for Nonprofits

Donor management software can transform your nonprofit’s administration by helping you coordinate all aspects of your...

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