Giving and Volunteering Is Up, Says New Study
Monetary gifts to churches and religious organizations, along with contributions of products, drove the increase, say researchers.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Donors Who Gave Less in December Felt Disconnected and Overwhelmed by Appeals
In a survey of donors who usually give to four or more charities, 12 percent reported contributing less than in 2017. One reason: too many appeals.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
5 Ways to Make the Case for Operating Support
When seeking unrestricted grants, use data to highlight unmet needs, explain how unrestricted support helps meet emergency needs, and fully flesh out the details of your budget request, say nonprofit leaders.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
2018’s Lackluster Fundraising Results Suggest What Charities Should Do Now
The roller-coaster stock market. the new tax law, and political uncertainty suggest that many charities probably didn’t see donations surge last year. Based on that, experts say focus on year-round fundraising and building ties with donors.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Charities Fail to Make the Most of Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube
Nonprofits are doing too much talking and not enough listening on social media — and not posting nearly enough video, according to a new study.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Walkathons and Other Athletic Fundraising Events Continued Revenue Slide in 2018
A decline of nearly 3 percent was driven by a 20 percent drop in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. Over all, the 30 biggest events earned nearly $1.4 billion.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Blackbaud Data Signals Flat Giving in 2018
Last year’s results may herald a return to modest gains in 2019, a researcher says.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Digital Fundraising Still Suffers at Charities, Survey Finds
Data-collection lapses and missed opportunities in social-media fundraising abound among nonprofits, finds a new study by Care2, HJC, and NTEN.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Facebook Plans New Instagram Fundraising Tool
After raising more than $1 billion through its main social-media platform, the tech company seeks to make it easier to give through its photo-sharing app.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor
Coast Guard Charity’s Shutdown Drive Offers Lessons in Crisis Fundraising
With a staff of seven and no development director, the nonprofit had to scramble to raise money to help those affected by the partial federal shutdown.
By Emily Haynes
Senior Editor