Planning fundraising events of any size can be overwhelming at best. Without the right tools and resources, it can get downright exhausting and frustrating. But there’s good news! Event management software can help organize and handle many aspects of event planning with a host of digital tools.

In short, even management software helps you plan better events with less stress, anxiety, and hassle. But, like many things in the world, not all event management software is created equal. Some have unique features that lend it to specific aspects or types of event planning. Some are easier to use than others. And let’s not get started on the vast range of price points!

Many nonprofits lean heavily on volunteers to accomplish all kinds of tasks and carry out their mission. In fact, many charitable nonprofits have no paid staff and are run exclusively by volunteers! They’re undoubtedly one of the most valuable resources for nonprofits of all shapes and sizes.

But how do you find these stellar volunteers who eagerly give of their time and talents? There are loads of recruitment strategies and methods out there, and some might be more appropriate for your organization than others.

A mission statement is a one-sentence summary that describes the reason your nonprofit or program exists. It's meant to tell people what you do and who or what you serve.

In short, your mission statement has both an internal and external purpose. Externally, it draws people in and makes them want to learn more about your nonprofit or cause. Internally, your mission statement should influence and guide your decisions around marketing, communication, and fundraising.

Whether you've been fundraising for decades or you're just launching a new nonprofit and getting your feet wet, it's valuable to get back to the fundraising basics. Taking it all the way back to the building blocks can help ensure you're not leaving any money on the table and get the most out of your fundraising efforts.

This blog will help you understand the basics of fundraising to build a powerful strategy for your organization!

Over the last few years, online petitions have become one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to rally supporters and grow their community of followers. It’s a great fundraising strategy to make yourself more visible online where it’s always busy, noisy, and crowded.

Great news! Petitions aren’t just limited to political campaigns or election cycles. You can run a petition campaign any time of year--even if your nonprofit isn’t at all engaged in political advocacy! This blog will help you leverage petitions for your own fundraising strategy.