This year we share the “top 5 over all” and the “top 5 new from 2023” small nonprofit resources, covering topics from digital welcome kits to donor retention to finding a nonprofit consultant.
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Most people will try something once. For example, you could be convinced to take a yoga class. At that point, you can say you did it, cross it off your list, and move on. However, if you return for a second class, yoga is far more likely to become a habit as you gain a greater appreciation for how yoga can improve your quality of life.
Facebook/Meta announced they are making changes to their Fundraising Tools that officially go into effect October 31st at 5PM PT. These changes stem from Facebook/Meta’s new exclusive partnership with PayPal Giving Fund (PPGF) in collecting donations, and no longer supporting Meta Payments Inc. and Network for Good (newly renamed Bonterra).
In the past few years, many nonprofits have had to climb uphill battles they never expected, and unfortunately a number have even had to close their doors. The good news…
“If only we had the money…” How many times have you heard that phrase during a nonprofit meeting? If only we had the money, we could launch this new program or service, upgrade our technology, or renovate our facility.
Explore Eleo’s best tips and strategies for effective fundraising in an economic downturn, including leveraging digital platforms and pooling resources!
By Joanne Oppelt, CNE, CDE, CNC Money is tight. Time is constrained. Resources are limited. You need to expand your budget but have no funds to invest in doing it....
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Every year we try to provide resources, tips, work-arounds and industry insight into a variety of topics for our small nonprofit clients. This post highlights the top 10 2022 small…
Small nonprofits with limited staff, budgets and resources often find themselves fundraising on the fly. They organize fundraising events, post on social media, and send out mass email blasts, but...
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Here are a few quick and easy steps you can take to lay the groundwork for a well-oiled Major Gifts Program at your small nonprofit organization.
While fundraising data is an important part of a donor impact report, you build stronger connections with donors by telling the stories of how those gifts are making a difference.
Whether this is your first or eighth Giving Tuesday. Whether it is crucial to your annual fundraising or just another part of your strategy. Eleo’s Giving Tuesday 2022 Toolbox offers a variety of insights from tools to strategy.
Fraternities and sororities are not only great partners for small nonprofit fundraising, but they’re also a phenomenal resource for recruiting volunteers, staff, and leaders.
It might seem daunting to build a monthly giving program from scratch, but it's time to move it to the front of your small nonprofit to do list. This type...
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In a previous article, we explained why the annual campaign is the bread and butter of small nonprofit fundraising. The annual campaign feeds the general fund and makes it possible for the organization to function. When managed successfully, it gives you the financial flexibility to do more and make a bigger difference!
An annual campaign is the foundation of a small nonprofit’s fundraising. It feeds the general fund that supports all operational costs and can supplement other programs. In other words, the annual campaign is what makes it possible for your small nonprofit to function and carry out your mission.
Fundraising has been defined as the act of helping others undertake consequential acts of kindness and generosity. Before you move donors to take action and give to your small nonprofit, you have to move them emotionally!
An online donation page is where a large percentage of nonprofit giving happens. Whether on your website, in an email, or posted to social media, your small nonprofit’s online donation…
Small nonprofits will typically add new donors into the same bucket as the rest of their donors. But are they really your donors yet? Are you confident that they feel...
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Every year we try to provide resources, tips, work-arounds and industry insight into a variety of topics for our small nonprofit clients. This post highlights the top 10 2021 small…
An engaged and energized nonprofit board is critical in leading successful fundraising efforts within your organization. Implement these five strategies to tap into your board member’s potential and inspire excellent fundraising:
In every part of a community – not just nonprofits, but businesses, schools, faith-based organizations, social groups, sports teams, and more – when a group of people come together in support of a common goal, the impact of their efforts are magnified.
Charlie’s House is committed to preventing accidents and injuries to children in and around the home. An Eleo Opportunity Grant provided the financial relief and flexibility to enable them to start using Eleo in time for year-end fundraising.
In the previous article on nonprofit lead generation, we discussed the definition of lead generation and why it’s important for small nonprofits to work on developing a successful lead generation…
