Before we officially wrap up the year, let’s dive into the top articles of the year on the Get Fully Funded blog.
These fundraising gems have been a hit with our readers, and I’ve gathered them all in one place just for you.
Our goal is to equip you with practical fundraising tools and ideas you can implement right away. So, we pack as much goodness as we can into our fundraising articles, bulleting out information so it’s easy to follow and easy to use. (Someone called me the “Queen of Bullets” recently and I took that as a compliment!)
Get ready to dive into the wealth of knowledge from these 2024 fundraising articles. Whether you’re discovering them for the first time or revisiting your favorites, there’s plenty to learn and apply!
1. Understanding Why People Give: Understanding the psychology behind giving can help you understand the donor’s motivation, which will help you plan your next campaign, your next fundraising event, or your next face-to-face ask. In short, when you know the reasons people support your cause, you have an edge in asking for – and getting – donations.
And that’s a good thing. It helps you deliver information and experiences that’ll delight your donors, which keeps them around and keeps them giving. Happy donors are loyal donors – making fundraising easier. https://getfullyfunded.com/why-people-give/
2. 5 Places to Find Grants for Your Nonprofit for FREE!: Knowing where to find grants is critical if you want money to pay for programs and projects.
Being strategic about research makes all the difference in the world, and knowing where to look and what you’re looking for will minimize wasted time and maximize the number of best matches for your nonprofit. And THAT will increase your chances at getting grants for your nonprofit. https://getfullyfunded.com/5-places-to-find-grants-for-your-nonprofit-for-free/
3. What Should You Say to Get People to Donate?: If you want to reach your fundraising goals and engage your donors in giving, your words matter.
Don’t rush through an Ask just so you can mark if off your list. Take the time to think about what you’re asking and who you’re approaching. Then, plan what you want to say using powerful words. In short, master the art and science of finding the right words to ask for money. That’s how you’ll get people to donate. https://getfullyfunded.com/get-people-to-donate/
4. Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Nonprofits? There are LOTS of ways to raise money, including fundraising events. Choose an event that maximizes the skills and talents of your volunteers. Pick one that sounds like fun to you, because the planning and execution will be easier if you’re enjoying the work.
Don’t fall into the trap of quick-fixes – you can hold online fundraisers periodically to fund urgent needs, but don’t rely on them for a long-term solution.
Choose the right fundraising events for your small nonprofit and get ready to put your organization’s face out there in the community, attract new donors, and raise lots of money! https://getfullyfunded.com/which-fundraising-events-bring-in-the-most-money/
5. Set SMART Fundraising Goals for Fundraising Success: Whether you love them or hate them, you MUST have fundraising goals to be a successful nonprofit.
If you’re just learning how to fundraise, or you’ve been at it for years, backing up in your planning to the point where you set SMART goals can be a powerful exercise in getting you on the path to a successful fundraising year.
SMART fundraising goals will help you succeed in raising the money your organization needs to grow your programs and fulfill your mission. And that’s what it’s all about! https://getfullyfunded.com/smart-fundraising-goals/
6. How to Write a Successful Annual Fundraising Plan in 6 Steps: Your annual fundraising plan is critical in reaching your fundraising goals. Take the time to get it done and put it in writing!
As you get comfortable working with and trusting your plan, you’ll have the map you need to raise the money you need to fund your programs and change lives. https://getfullyfunded.com/annual-fundraising-plan/
7. A Strong Message for Fundraising = More and Bigger Donations: Compelling words will pay big dividends when you seek new donors or additional donations from current donors. Getting the message just right will save you from feeling nervous about asking for money, rambling when you talk about your organization’s work, and boring your audience.
With the right message and the right avenues to spread your message, you will be positioned for success. More donors means more donations, and that means more programming and the opportunity to change more lives. https://getfullyfunded.com/message-for-fundraising/
8. 8 Ways to Find Major Donors for Your Small Nonprofit: Becoming a Major Gifts Officer—on top of everything else— is as much about time management as anything else. Make time every day to consult your major gifts spreadsheet and check to see steps you need to take with each person on your list.
The more major donors you cultivate, the more money you will raise, and the more lives you can change… and the less stressed you’ll feel as you get comfortable asking people who love your organization to give a little more. https://getfullyfunded.com/find-major-donors/
9. How to Craft a 1-Page Nonprofit Annual Report: Keeping donors and the community in the know about what your nonprofit has accomplished is key to building relationships. Good information helps build trust, and a 1-page nonprofit annual report is a great way to share the overview of what your nonprofit did during the year – especially if it’s easy to read and understand.
Plus, it’s a versatile tool that you can use in a variety of ways to show your nonprofit’s impact from last year. And once you see the response from your donors, you’ll know just how powerful the 1-page nonprofit annual report is. https://getfullyfunded.com/how-to-craft-a-1-page-nonprofit-annual-report/
10. The BEST Way to Find New Donors for Your Nonprofit: A big, loyal donor base gives you sustainable support for your nonprofit. After all, the more people you have giving, the more money you can raise, the more buzz you can create, and the more good you can do.
The more you work on finding new donors, the easier it will get and the better you’ll get at it. And a bigger donor base means more funding for your programs so you can change more lives. https://getfullyfunded.com/best-way-find-new-donors-nonprofit/
And that’s what we’re here for!
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