In an ever-evolving landscape, nonprofits face unique challenges and opportunities that require strategic insight and innovative solutions. The 2024 The State of Nonprofit Fundraising, Technology and Operations: Impact on Mission Sustainability Report delves into the current state of nonprofits, providing a comprehensive analysis of how organizations are embracing innovation to optimize their operations. This study is crucial for nonprofits looking to enhance their mission-critical drivers of success, including fundraising, technology use, and staffing efficiency.   For nonprofit leader ..read more

From transforming administrative work to improving inefficiencies, artificial intelligence (AI) can do it all and has several features that could benefit nonprofits.    There are several free AI tools nonprofits can use today to improve operations and gain more time to focus on their mission and impact.   Two main types of AI are in use today: generative AI and predictive AI. Generative AI creates text and generates images, videos, and more, while predictive AI analyzes historical data and patterns to make predictions.    While AI has great potential ..read more

Arts organizations empower communities and ensure everyone has an opportunity for individual expression and acceptance. How this comes about varies, and securing the funding to accomplish your mission and goals is vital for success, especially when funds are unexpectedly in jeopardy.  From embracing recurring giving to matching gift opportunities to holding events, and utilizing peer-to-peer fundraising, we'll explore how art and humanity organizations can discover and implement new revenue sources to accomplish your mission and empower communities across the U.S. to create.   ..read more

Looking for impactful ways to increase revenue? With two out of three organizations saying they need more revenue streams than just two years ago to maintain their organization’s mission, it is a topic on many nonprofits’ minds.   We’ve brought together a panel of partners, ready with ideas to help your team tackle increasing revenue efficiently and sustainably.   We asked our panel, “What advice do you have for organizations looking to diversify their revenue streams?” Experts from our on-site event management, donor engagement, and marketing partners shared tips for inc ..read more

In a time of fundraising shortfalls, economic uncertainties, staffing shortages, and day-to-day operational challenges, nonprofit leaders are leading the charge to innovate, improve, and succeed.   We hosted the 2024 Nonprofit Research Study: The State of Fundraising, Technology, and Operations Impact on Mission Sustainability webinar on June 6, discussing the Community Brands 2024 Trends Report. The report examined the nonprofit sector's state and how organizations embrace innovation to optimize operational processes and improve mission-critical success drivers like fundraising, t ..read more

More than one in three people over the age of five have played golf. With the average golf outing raising nearly $80,000, a charity golf outing may be a great opportunity fore your organization.   We’ve brought together a panel of partners, who teed up tips to make your charity golf outings the perfect drive for your mission.   We asked our panel, “What fun, successful elements have you seen organizations add to their golf outings?” Experts from our on-site event management partners shared tips for your on-course games, donor engagement opportunities, and more!  This v ..read more

In a time of fundraising shortfalls, economic uncertainties, staffing shortages, and day-to-day operational challenges, nonprofit leaders are leading the charge to innovate, improve, and succeed.  Community Brands’ 2024 Trends Report: The State of Fundraising, Technology, and Operations Impact on Mission Sustainability quantifies the state of the nonprofit sector and examines how organizations embrace innovation to optimize operational processes and improve mission-critical success drivers like fundraising, technology use, and staffing efficiency.      Nonprofit ..read more

Nowadays, time is a hot commodity—and we expect every transaction we encounter to let us tap, swipe, or scan to get the job done quickly. The same goes for online transactions, including donating to nonprofits. In fact, the nonprofit donor experience relies heavily on the ease and convenience of the donation process.   As the donor experience continues moving into the digital space with added conveniences, and with the growth of younger, more technology-savvy donors, it’s important for nonprofits to be proactive with their technology. According to CapitalOne Shopping Research, it’s e ..read more

Let’s talk tipping. Do you find yourself tipping more nowadays than ever before? From the dry cleaners to the florist to the local coffee shop, digital tipping is on the rise. But what about tipping on a free fundraising platform? Online fundraising platforms offer a valuable way for nonprofits to raise funds, with a few providing free fundraising technology. However, these free platforms often use a unique revenue model that relies on donors tipping the fundraising platform. While this approach allows platforms to operate without direct fees to nonprofits, it also has implications for donors ..read more

Your volunteer fundraisers are invaluable assets to your organization’s mission. Peer-to-peer fundraising is a powerful tool because your supporters can see their impact on your mission in real time. With $126 as the average donation to a GiveSmart-powered P2P campaign, this strategy should be a part of your annual fundraising plans.   We’ve brought together a panel of partners to share tips to help your organization better create these campaigns and engage your fundraising volunteers.   We asked our panel, “What are your top tips for successful P2P fundraising recruitment ..read more