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5 Key Steps for Effective Nonprofit Volunteer Training

Effective and productive volunteers are the fuel that keeps nonprofit organizations thriving. Recruiting volunteers is critical, but it’s also important to teach them the skills they will need to succeed. Volunteers carry out numerous tasks that provide value to nonprofits, with the latest value of a volunteer hour estimated at $31.80, according to the Independent Sector’s […]

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Sustainable Fundraising: 3 Nonprofit Recycling Fundraisers

Nonprofit professionals are constantly seeking fresh new fundraising ideas to garner enough monetary support to power their purpose. However, for environmentally-focused organizations, it can be difficult to balance the need for fundraising and the waste that fundraising events produce. Even if your nonprofit doesn’t specifically deal with environmental issues, prioritizing sustainability and eco-friendliness is still a valuable […]

This article explores 7 best practices for soliciting auction items for nonprofit events.

7 Best Practices for Soliciting Auction Items Successfully

So you’ve decided to host an auction. An exciting event like this for your school or nonprofit is a time-tested way to engage your guests and bring in fundraising revenue. And as you’re also probably realizing, auctions involve a lot of planning. One of the most complex planning aspects is the item solicitation. That’s why we’ve […]

Try these unique fundraising strategies for your nonprofit.

4 Innovative Fundraising Ideas to Help Nonprofits Stand Out

Nonprofits have long leaned on traditional fundraising events like galas and walkathons to bring in dollars to fund their missions. And while these approaches certainly have value, it’s important for nonprofit professionals like you to explore and implement fresh, new fundraising campaigns to help boost your nonprofit’s visibility and impact. Let’s explore some innovative fundraising […]

Learn more about planning charity events in various formats from in-person to virtual.

In-Person vs. Virtual Charity Events: Key Considerations

Virtual events are here to stay as a now-standard option for diversifying your nonprofit’s event calendar. But that doesn’t mean classic, in-person experiences are a thing of the past – far from it. Instead, nonprofits are now faced with more options when it comes to choosing the format of an upcoming event. There are benefits […]