June 19, 2026
June 1, 2026

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Get Board-Ready in 4 Moves Before Your First Vote Your first few meetings set your reputation fast. Do a little prep up front, and you’ll show up as the person who protects the mission and helps the money-raisers win. Do a 30-minute “mission alignment” gut-check: Read the mission statement, current strategic plan summary, and the last annual report. Then answer three questions in writing: “Who do we serve?”, “What do we actually do?”, and “What […]
June 2, 2026

Your CRM is More Powerful Than You Think

What is a CRM? For nonprofits, a CRM is an essential fundraising tool. With over 2 million nonprofits in the U.S., donors have an endless choice of causes to support. A CRM, or customer relationship management software, is used by companies all over the world to track client data, gather insights, and build strategic sales and communication plans. Unlike traditional corporate CRMs that focus more heavily on sales, nonprofit CRMs focus on building long-term relationships. […]
June 2, 2026

How to Capture In-person Generosity When Donors Feel Most Moved to Give

We know that 81% of American donors attend nonprofit fundraising events, and 85% volunteer.While online giving remains a core part of almost every nonprofit fundraising strategy, in-person interactions offer a unique opportunity to build meaningful connections and trust. With so many supporters showing up and offering their time, you have a clear opportunity to strengthen those relationships and inspire generosity in the moment. But what convinces donors to follow through with their gift – and […]