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Common Corporate Grant Application Mistakes

2025-09-08T10:35:46-04:00

Corporate grants can be a game-changer for nonprofits. They provide essential funding for programs, operations, and special initiatives, while also laying the groundwork for long-term corporate partnerships. But as many organizations quickly discover, the application process is not simple. The good news? By understanding where nonprofits commonly stumble, your organization can avoid these pitfalls and submit stronger, more compelling proposals. In this article, we’ll walk through eight of the most frequent mistakes nonprofits make when applying for corporate grants and provide actionable strategies to overcome them: Weak or Unclear Needs Statement Vague Objectives and Goals Overcomplicating the Budget Neglecting Sustainability Plans [...]

Common Corporate Grant Application Mistakes2025-09-08T10:35:46-04:00

VTO Myths Debunked: Understanding Volunteer Time Off

2025-09-08T10:15:38-04:00

Volunteer Time Off (VTO) programs are one of the fastest-growing forms of corporate philanthropy. Through these initiatives, businesses give employees paid time off to volunteer with nonprofits of their choice. For nonprofits, that means new volunteer hours, professional expertise, and even additional funding opportunities through volunteer grants. But while the potential is significant, many nonprofits hesitate to embrace VTO. They may assume programs are rare, too complicated to manage, or not worth the effort. As a result, nonprofits sometimes miss out on connecting with ready and willing volunteers who want to make a difference. In this article, we’ll explore and debunk [...]

VTO Myths Debunked: Understanding Volunteer Time Off2025-09-08T10:15:38-04:00

How to Organize Service Projects That Inspire Young Hearts

2025-08-15T12:09:02-04:00

The future of charitable giving is never certain. Donor behaviors are constantly changing, and questions loom about how to engage upcoming generations of potential supporters. That’s why event organizers tailor their appeals to connect willing supporters with opportunities that interest them. Young people have a strong, growing desire to give, making them an ideal audience for service projects and volunteer events. Generation Z, for example, has been dubbed “the most influential generation for the future of fundraising,” with 57% of its members accounting for donations in their yearly budgets and 40% reducing their spending so they can give to nonprofits. Inspiring [...]

How to Organize Service Projects That Inspire Young Hearts2025-08-15T12:09:02-04:00

3 Key Application & Review Processes for Membership Orgs

2025-08-12T09:53:24-04:00

When people join membership programs at associations and nonprofits, they may be looking for professional development opportunities, new ways to connect with peers who share similar interests, or simply the personal fulfillment of engaging with an organization or cause they care about. Keeping these reasons in mind helps you reinforce the value of membership to potential new and existing members. Application and review processes may seem like a back-end management responsibility at your organization, but they’re actually integral to your membership value proposition. Not only do they help you make data-driven decisions that eventually lead to higher member engagement rates, but [...]

3 Key Application & Review Processes for Membership Orgs2025-08-12T09:53:24-04:00

5 Effective Strategies for Recruiting School Volunteers

2025-03-26T18:16:18-04:00

With 86% of public schools struggling to hire teachers and 44% of educators reporting feeling burned out, schools—and their students—are in serious need of additional support. As a school administrator or educator yourself, you’re likely all too familiar with long hours and a never-ending list of daily tasks. To effectively tackle initiatives like school fundraisers, enrichment programs, and schoolwide improvement strategies, you need the helping hands of volunteers from your community. In this guide, we’ll explore top tips for recruiting a robust volunteer community, as well as suggestions to help you manage and retain your volunteers. Let’s get started! 1. [...]

5 Effective Strategies for Recruiting School Volunteers2025-03-26T18:16:18-04:00

Using AI for Grant Writing: Why, How, & What to Keep in Mind

2025-03-26T11:34:44-04:00

Imagine this: You’re up against a tight deadline, your team is stretched thin, and the pressure of crafting the perfect grant proposal feels overwhelming. Enter AI – a powerful tool that can help you organize your thoughts, communicate your mission, and craft a winning grant proposal. If you’re like most nonprofit professionals, you may be skeptical. Can AI truly help write better grant proposals faster and meet funders’ expectations? The answer is yes! AI is actually incredibly helpful for framing your thoughts, bringing fresh perspectives to your proposals, and improving your success rate when used effectively and in line with your [...]

Using AI for Grant Writing: Why, How, & What to Keep in Mind2025-03-26T11:34:44-04:00

5 Ways Nonprofits Can Engage Gen Z and Gain Their Support

2025-03-14T11:01:45-04:00

As Gen Z's oldest members enter adulthood, nonprofits must pivot and add to existing strategies to gain their support. After all, these are the newest changemakers — and they’re ready to make their mark. Like every generation, Gen Z has unique quirks, challenges, and preferences that inform how you should approach them. This guide will walk you through strategies you can implement to connect with your donor base’s next generation and keep them engaged with your mission. 1. Leverage social media. Unsurprisingly, Gen Z members prefer to connect with nonprofits on social media over other platforms. This makes perfect sense; it’s [...]

5 Ways Nonprofits Can Engage Gen Z and Gain Their Support2025-03-14T11:01:45-04:00

Are Virtual Fundraising Events Still Worth Hosting in 2026?

2026-04-09T02:32:56-04:00

As you plan the fundraising events on your nonprofit’s calendar this year, you likely have questions about which formats will attract the largest audience: in-person, virtual, or hybrid. You may think in-person events are your only option now that the pandemic is far behind us, but that’s not the case. Virtual and hybrid events absolutely still have a place in the nonprofit fundraising world. In 2024, organizations that hosted all-virtual events reported a notable increase in success, with 77% meeting or exceeding their fundraising goals—up from 59% in 2023. This suggests that virtual events continue to offer strong opportunities for fundraising growth. However, deciding whether [...]

Are Virtual Fundraising Events Still Worth Hosting in 2026?2026-04-09T02:32:56-04:00

5 Ways Small Businesses Can Reduce Inventory Waste

2025-03-07T16:37:18-05:00

Selling products isn’t just for retailers—almost every small business can benefit from diversifying its revenue in this way. During times of economic uncertainty, offering merchandise is a great strategy to insulate your business from hardship and shore up your finances. For example, a dog kennel might begin to offer grooming services, gourmet treats, and pet accessories like collars and leashes to create more income streams. Or, a hair salon might sell styling tools and products for at-home use. No matter what products you choose to sell, you’ll need to ensure your business effectively manages product inventory. Following the tips we recommend [...]

5 Ways Small Businesses Can Reduce Inventory Waste2025-03-07T16:37:18-05:00

Nonprofit Accounting FAQs: Your Questions Answered

2025-03-06T13:56:07-05:00

Working at a nonprofit is a balancing act. From marketing to fundraising to programming, you may take on different roles at any given time—even if they’re not necessarily your assigned position. While you may easily be able to step into different areas of your nonprofit’s operations, helping with accounting tasks may not be as simple. Whether you’re working at a small nonprofit with your executive director handling financial responsibilities, a large organization with full-time accounting staff, or anything in between, you should have a basic understanding of nonprofit accounting. This way, you can make well-informed financial decisions and work well with [...]

Nonprofit Accounting FAQs: Your Questions Answered2025-03-06T13:56:07-05:00

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