Why Golf Outings Are Becoming the Go-To Fundraiser It’s no secret that fundraising evolved in the past year. In 2021, few in-person events could be done safely or even legally in the nonprofit space. Social distancing mandates and gathering restrictions took a toll on fundraisers across the board. That is, except for one: golf outings.   In fact, golf outings saw a 7.4% increase in 2021 according to the National Golf Foundation. These classic fundraisers […]

Working on a budget for 2022? Creating budgets for your nonprofit programs in addition to an overall budget for your organization can seem like overwhelming tasks. Budgeting requires careful record-keeping, evaluation of the past, consideration of the future, and a thorough understanding of your organization’s current context.  And here’s the punch-line: you won’t get it right! The thing is, the purpose of a budget isn’t for it to be right. The purpose of a nonprofit […]

What is Transformational Giving? Just think…on average, 88% of an organization’s major donors are not giving at their full capacity. Therefore, how could it impact your organization if 88% of your major donors gave more?  That’s just one of the stats that Katie discusses with Bob Westfall of Westfall Gold in this episode. Bob shares findings from the 2021 Major Donor Generosity Report which elaborates on how nonprofits can turn transactional giving into transformational generosity. […]

The TikTok for Nonprofits Guide Your Nonprofit’s Future is on TikTok! TikTok is for the next generation of do-gooders as well as nonprofits! This social engagement platform is more than a passing fad. It’s a hub of creativity, and it’s also sparking change among a whole new generation of advocates, volunteers, and donors. TikTok is an incredibly inclusive community that allows users to speak their minds and connect with people from around the globe. While […]