Many nonprofits utilize QuickBooks Online (QBO) for their accounting software – primarily due to its ease of use and ability to integrate with multiple applications. And, since nonprofits are required to employ fund accounting and many fund accounting systems can cost upwards of $10,000 or more, Qui … Read More... about Setting-up QuickBooks Online for Nonprofits
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Mastering Online Giving In Three Easy Steps
If you are tasked with finding a good online giving service for your nonprofit, you will quickly realize that under the surface, online giving is not as simple as the sales sites might lead you to believe. What might seem like a good rate might in fact be a tiered rate your actual donations may … Read More... about Mastering Online Giving In Three Easy Steps
A Simple, Affordable Way to Manage your Donations, Receipting and Accounting
For charities, churches and nonprofits, tracking and receipting your donations, not to mention the rest of your finances, can seem like an onerous task. Cooperstock Software, through its products found at www.software4nonprofits.com, helps small to mid-sized churches, charities and nonprofits … Read More... about A Simple, Affordable Way to Manage your Donations, Receipting and Accounting
DIY Fundraising 101: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About DIY Fundraising
Do-it-yourself (DIY) fundraising is one of the most exciting growth opportunities for nonprofits and is definitely one of the fastest growing types of peer-to-peer fundraising out there. That’s why we thought it was time we gave DIY fundraising a good deep dive so that we can help nonprofits u … Read More... about DIY Fundraising 101: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About DIY Fundraising
Capital Campaign Websites: 9 Must-Haves
A stand-alone capital campaign website is a great way to supplement printed campaign materials and expand the reach and effectiveness of your effort. The campaign website works alongside printed materials to broaden the reach and flexibility of campaign messaging. It also offers specialized … Read More... about Capital Campaign Websites: 9 Must-Haves
5 Ways Nonprofits can Drive More Value from the Email Channel
Nonprofits are dependent on their ability to connect with donors, volunteers, and advocates—and drive them to action. Without this generous audience, most nonprofits simply couldn’t exist. And yet it’s well known that nonprofits are often strapped for time, budget, and resources—so reaching support … Read More... about 5 Ways Nonprofits can Drive More Value from the Email Channel
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How Technology Makes Pickups and Drop-Offs of Nonprofit Donations Easier
In Nashville, Tennessee, two families turn the key to enter their new homes, built by Habitat for Humanity. Thanks to the generosity of donors, families all over the world will be sleeping soundly tonight in homes built by the global charity. Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1976 with a … Read More ... about How Technology Makes Pickups and Drop-Offs of Nonprofit Donations Easier
The New Frontier of Fundraising: An Insider’s Look at Online Giving
GivingTools.com founder Jason Smith weighs in on online giving trends and challenges and reveals how his company is helping nonprofits get more for less. First off, tell us about your inspiration behind the launch of GivingTools.com, and why you felt there was a market for this type of … Read More ... about The New Frontier of Fundraising: An Insider’s Look at Online Giving
Going Deeper: How to use Social, Financial and Location Data to Inspire Donors
Every thriving nonprofit needs loyal, committed donors who feel like they are a part of your cause. And, in order to retain truly engaged donors, you need build personal relationships at scale. The problem is that building thousands of authentic personal relationships can seem almost impossible. … Read More ... about Going Deeper: How to use Social, Financial and Location Data to Inspire Donors
6 Essential Email Tips for Nonprofit Marketers
Navigating the world of email marketing for a nonprofit can be tough, especially as inboxes become more and more crowded. To break through the noise and make a genuine, helpful connection with your donors, consider how automation, mobile design, calls to action, subject lines, list growth and … Read More ... about 6 Essential Email Tips for Nonprofit Marketers
Protecting God’s Money: Tips to Prevent Church Embezzlement
Fraud makes most people think of Wall Street and shady investment figures like Bernie Madoff or Martin Shkreli. Although many frauds are perpetrated at that level, fraudsters normally start closer to home. Churches and nonprofit organizations are prime targets for fraudsters starting out, mostly … Read More ... about Protecting God’s Money: Tips to Prevent Church Embezzlement
Online Fundraising Is Simple with the Right Approach
Donation websites are a dime a dozen – effective online fundraising requires the right online giving platform Online giving is growing at a record-breaking pace. Philanthropists donated more than $21 billion through online giving platforms last year, representing a year-over-year online donation g … Read More ... about Online Fundraising Is Simple with the Right Approach