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Why Grant Readiness Is Non-Negotiable: What Nonprofits Need to Compete for Foundation Funding
Private foundations are poised to play an even greater role in nonprofit sustainability. With government funding under strain and economic uncertainty persisting, many nonprofits are turning to foundations for critical support.
Sep 112 min read


Why Monthly Giving Is the Foundation of Modern Fundraising (And How Your Annual Report Can Support It)
According to Nonprofit Tech for Good’s 2025 Online Fundraising Statistics, monthly giving now accounts for 31% of all online revenue for nonprofits. For organizations that offer it, monthly donations make up 46% of their online income—nearly half.
Jul 293 min read


Elevate Your Annual Report Engagement
Turn your annual report into a powerful tool for fundraising, engagement, and brand clarity.
May 173 min read


Annual Reports as Armor: Nonprofit Survival without Federal Funding
In 2025, nonprofit organizations across the United States are confronting unprecedented challenges due to sweeping federal funding cuts...
May 84 min read


✂️ ✨ TMI Is Not a Strategy: Your Annual Report Isn’t a Historical Archive
(And What To Focus On Instead)` Let's be honest… Most people won’t read your entire annual report. We know—after months of writing,...
Apr 303 min read


📊 What Impact Data Should Your Nonprofit Track for Your Annual Report?
(And Why It Matters for Annual Reports and Grants) Why Impact Data Matters More Than Ever Whether you're preparing a grant application,...
Apr 53 min read


You Know Your Mission—We Know How to Communicate It
Why Internal Language Can Sabotage Your Annual Report (and How to Fix It) Passion is powerful—but it doesn’t always translate. Nonprofit...
Mar 223 min read


📘 Capital Campaign Success Starts with Strong Collateral
A capital campaign is one of the most high-stakes efforts a nonprofit can undertake. It’s bold, it’s ambitious, and it requires deep...
Feb 113 min read


✏️ How to Create an Annual Impact Report That Inspires Action
An annual impact report is more than a year-in-review—it’s a chance to celebrate your mission, strengthen donor trust, and spark deeper...
Jan 103 min read


12 Easy Ways To Make the Most of Giving Tuesday
Fear not, starting a last-minute campaign for Giving Tuesday can be challenging, but it's definitely possible with some focused effort.
Nov 22, 20243 min read


8 End-of-Year Giving Ideas for Fundraising
As the year comes to a close, consider these campaign approaches to close out your calendar year on a high note.
Sep 10, 20243 min read
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