If you offer gifts or money to qualified organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions, you must do two things: Here are six things you should remember about donations and written acknowledgments: Of course, you also have to make sure the organization you are donating to is qualified. Not every nonprofit can grant you the […]
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How to Improve Your Fundraising
Getting your nonprofit funded is no easy task. The best thing to keep in mind is to diversify. Tap into multiple funding sources, such as donations, grants or online fundraising, to get the best results. Remember, diversifying your efforts does not mean diving into an abundance of different options. Instead, engage in a manageable amount […]
How Nonprofits Can Work With Social Media Influencers
With the competition for donation dollars fierce right now, many not-for-profits are turning to influencers — from Hollywood celebrities to politicians to blog stars — to raise awareness of their organizations and causes. But before your nonprofit solicits influencer support, there are a few things you should know. On the plus side If influencer marketing […]
To Find New Revenue Opportunities, Think Like An Auditor
Want to increase your not-for-profit’s revenue? First try analyzing current income as a professional auditor might. Then, you can apply your conclusions to setting annual goals, preparing your budget and managing other aspects of your organization. Compare contributions Compare the donation dollars raised in past years to pinpoint trends. For example, have individual contributions been […]
Matching Gifts Double the impact of Donors’ Contributions
A majority of large U.S. companies offer matching gift programs to boost the impact of their employees’ charitable gifts. Double the Donation estimates that $2 to $3 billion is donated through matching gift programs every year. At the same time, between $4 and $7 billion in matching gift funds goes unclaimed annually. Is your not-for-profit doing everything it can to claim […]