Why tech investments often fall short You’ve invested in a powerful nonprofit CRM and fundraising platform, but is your team truly using it to its full potential? Many organizations adopt new technology with high hopes, only to find it underutilized—leaving valuable efficiencies untapped and fundraising opportunities unrealized. The challenge isn’t the software—it’s the learning curve. … The post Poll Test PostGetting the Most out of Your Nonprofit Tech: A Smarter Way To Learn appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

Cutting government waste does not mean cutting people off. We are calling upon Idahoans to help find a way to maintain essential services while making sure every dollar works harder. At Idaho Partners for Good, we believe the key is to invest in solutions that empower diverse nonprofits, leverage community strengths, and promote long-term sustainability—ensuring … The post Smart Reform: Reducing Government Waste By Strengthening The Nonprofit Sector appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

Introduction If you’re reading this blog post, you’re probably involved in fundraising in some capacity. I know how lonely that can be. The weight of raising revenue is on your shoulders. And more likely than not, you have to do it alone. But what if you didn’t have to? What if your entire organization—not just … The post Fundraising Success Starts Within: Aligning Your Internal Team for Maximum Impact appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

Nonprofit fundraisers, meet your new best friend in donor data analysis: the Median average. When it comes to understanding your donor base, using the right type of average is crucial. Outlier donations can skew your results, making your donor base appear more or less stable than it actually is. Enter the Median average, which provides … The post Don’t Be Mean—Be Median: The Smarter Way To Analyze Donor Data appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

Why tech investments often fall short You’ve invested in a powerful nonprofit CRM and fundraising platform, but is your team truly using it to its full potential? Many organizations adopt new technology with high hopes, only to find it underutilized—leaving valuable efficiencies untapped and fundraising opportunities unrealized. The challenge isn’t the software—it’s the learning curve. … The post Getting the Most out of Your Nonprofit Tech: A Smarter Way To Learn appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

Leadership lessons are everywhere—sometimes even in a crowded YMCA pool. Recently, I started teaching my grandnieces, Vaitea (5) and Hoʻolai (4), how to swim. My sister Mahealani and my niece Hepua were in the water with us, surrounded by kids and parents splashing around. The girls were pumped. I had my tried-and-true lesson plan ready … The post Ditch the Fear, Embrace The Magic: Leadership Lessons From A 4- And 5-Year-Old appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

It’s been 35 years since my father passed away, but I still vividly recall how he would bring closure to discussions about how to resolve a decision: “Besides, it’s simply the right thing to do.” After a fulfilling career as an advancement practitioner for three different institutions of higher learning followed by an equally satisfying … The post The Three F’s of Good Works appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

We’re celebrating a big win—Bloomerang has been named one of G2’s Best Software Award winners for 2025! ? And we’ve been ranked fifth on G2’s list of Top 50 Nonprofit Products. This recognition means even more because it’s based entirely on real customer reviews. G2, the go-to marketplace for software reviews, helps 100 million buyers … The post Bloomerang Earns A Spot On G2’s 2025 Best Software Awards For Top 50 Nonprofit Products appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

Nonprofit strategic planning is often relegated to the background in the fast-paced realm of organizational management, where each day presents new challenges and pressing matters. The mere mention of strategic planning can conjure images of daunting meetings, conflicting interests, and uncertain outcomes. Yet, within this chaos lies a fundamental truth: when executed effectively, strategic planning … The post The Board’s Vital Role In Strategic Planning: Steering Stakeholder Engagement For Success appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more

Students are bursting with potential. They bring energy, fresh ideas, and an eagerness to make a difference. Nonprofit activities shape the students, teaching them valuable skills, helping them foster empathy, and connecting them to causes that matter. These experiences can transform communities, strengthen missions, and build a pipeline of future leaders and advocates. Creating student-friendly … The post Creative Event Ideas To Get Students Involved In Your Nonprofit appeared first on Bloomerang ..read more