It might be the middle of summer, but the smartest fundraisers know that year-end giving success starts months before the first holiday appeal hits inboxes. July is the perfect time to lay the groundwork—clean up your database, refresh your donation pages, and map out campaigns. That way, when Giving Tuesday and December’s generosity arrive, you’re ready to capture every gift.

Nearly one-third of annual donations still come in during December, with a big surge in the final three days of the year. By starting your prep now, you give yourself time to test, refine, and build momentum for the biggest fundraising stretch of the year.

We’ve put together an updated 7-step checklist to help you get ahead, stay organized, and head into the year-end season with confidence.

Expansion is a major undertaking for any nonprofit. From launching new programs to bringing on additional team members, there are a lot of moving parts to manage as your organization grows.

However, the most important aspect of nonprofit growth is ensuring a solid financial foundation. Of course, you’ll need to raise more revenue and allocate or invest it strategically to fund your expansion. Growth also requires some risk-taking, meaning you’ll need to have enough resources to keep your nonprofit afloat whether those risks lead to rewards or don’t turn out as planned.

Compelling donation appeals are the lifeblood of nonprofit fundraising. Crafting effective asks can not only enhance your organization’s ability to attract and retain donors but ultimately increase your funding and impact overall.

So, how can you supercharge your outreach efforts to raise more for your cause? Among the various strategies to help boost your appeals, there are several that stand out as particularly fruitful.

With the rise of AI tools, it’s no surprise that software providers have developed AI solutions to make the fundraising process more efficient for nonprofits. If your nonprofit has started researching these tools, you need to know how to balance AI fundraising tools and donor trust.

The fundraising world may be adapting but one strategy remains very effective: fundraising events. Whether it’s in-person, virtual, or hybrid, events are a great way to engage your community, inspire donors, and increase outreach.

Our digital world makes it easier than ever for your community members to attend an event. Nonprofits can use online ticket options and don’t have to worry about ticket design or printing. The Soapbox Engage Events app provides a variety of ticket options that make it easy for both you and your attendees.

But there’s a lot that goes into creating a successful event! Keep reading for an in depth guide to make sure you don’t miss any steps.