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How to plan a year of successful fundraising in 2024

Emily Zacek — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:48:14 +0000

Cracking open a fresh calendar is such a good feeling – nothing but clean space and possibilities for a bright future! Spending an hour or two on mindful planning now can set you up for success in the year to come. Here are five tips to create a roadmap for a successful year of fundraising: […]

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13 Fundraising Lessons from Taylor Swift

Julia Gackenbach — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:50:36 +0000

Whether you are a Swiftie who dressed up for the Eras Tour, you’re a reader of Time Magazine, or you live on planet Earth, you know that Taylor Swift has been making impactful waves in 2023 through philanthropic efforts. Not only does her generosity affect the nonprofit world, she also gives fundraisers important lessons through […]

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Expert Q&A: Reviving Your Online Donor Journey to Increase Engagement

Ally Orlando — Wed, 17 May 2023 13:07:59 +0000

It’s not often that a consultant offers you free advice, but the fundraising community is known to unite through a common bond: each member has their own unique goal for the greater good. Learning is a cornerstone – sharing free resources to inspire more funds for each individual mission. That’s why we feel strongly about […]

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Employee Voices on “Culture Excellence” at DonorPerfect

Ally Orlando — Tue, 02 May 2023 16:48:10 +0000

SofterWare Sweeps Every Category in 2023 Top Workplaces Awards When Emily Lefferts began her writing career with DonorPerfect in 2022, she was no stranger to the social good sector. Having worked for several nonprofit organizations, she was all too familiar with cultivating donor relationships and stewarding planned givers through events, direct mail, and more. What […]

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Fundraising Event Trends: What You Can Expect to See in 2023

Amanda Foran — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 18:39:58 +0000

Written for DonorPerfect by Megan Allison, Content Marketing Specialist at Qgiv. A new year means new opportunities for nonprofits. The nonprofit world has been changing drastically over the last few years, and it can be hard to keep track of it all. These fundraising event trends can help your organization plan your campaigns for the […]

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Self-Care for Fundraisers:4 Ways to Advocate for Yourself

Amanda Foran — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 21:01:04 +0000

When you’re not at your best, neither is your work, causing you to feel frustrated – or to feel solely responsible for your nonprofit’s entire mission – thus bringing the problem full circle. You don’t deserve that, as a human or a hardworking fundraiser. Self-care works wonders for fundraisers who feel stretched too thin. In […]

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Tips and Application Information for Canada’s Community Service Recovery Fund

Samantha Ruiz — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:37:33 +0000

Good news for nonprofits in Canada! The Canadian government is investing $400 million toward pandemic recovery with the newly established Community Service Recovery Fund. Eligible organizations have until February 21, 2023 at 5:00 PM PT to apply, and awards range from $10,000 to $500,000. Here are the requirements, essential details, and tips for strengthening your […]

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How Nonprofits are Navigating the Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine

Ally Orlando — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 09:37:27 +0000

Only 1 percent of all grantmaking is executed for the peace and security sector of philanthropy. As nonprofits across the world work together to navigate the current humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, Alexandra Toma, a leader in peace and security funding, says philanthropy “must increase its investment in peace and security broadly, and diversify who receives […]

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The Future of Inclusive Nonprofits: Where do you stand with nonprofit DEI work?

Ally Orlando — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:31:13 +0000

In the nonprofit sector, DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) work refers to initiatives that promote safety, advocacy, and belonging for nonprofit employees and donors of color, especially in professional and educational settings. Recent studies show that many organizations fall short in this fight, lacking an understanding of the level of inclusivity necessary to properly represent […]

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Full Speed Ahead: The Future of DonorPerfect

Ally Orlando — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:59:21 +0000

The DonorPerfect team is pleased to announce the promotion of Lauren Sheehan, formerly Vice President of Customer Care, to President of SofterWare. Lauren’s voice of leadership for our clients is what makes her the ideal candidate to champion your growth. As our co-founder, Nathan Relles, retires and passes on the responsibilities of President to Lauren, […]

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