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3 GivingTuesday strategies for year-end nonprofit fundraising
Make the most out of GivingTuesday–a day dedicated to charitable giving each year–using these three expert GivingTuesday strategies to prepare for year-end fundraising success at your nonprofit this Giving Season and beyond.
October 8, 2024
Is it a good time to start a nonprofit?
Is it a good time to start a nonprofit? Learn what to factor into finding the right answer—like today’s nonprofit challenges, 501(c)(3) legal requirements, and funding considerations—and get free access to resources that can help.
September 26, 2024
What you need to know right now about donor-advised fund giving
What should you know about a donor-advised fund? Get expert answers to common questions–like what a donor-advised fund is, how to it works, and data-driven trends on DAF growth–along with articles to learn more.
September 23, 2024
Organizing across generations for civil rights
Learn about three key multigenerational organizing strategies to create grassroots movements that can bring together diverse generations to safeguard civil rights and foster a more inclusive and vibrant democracy.
September 18, 2024
Don’t be afraid to tap into donor-advised funds (DAFs)
Learn how your nonprofit can benefit from participating in the first-ever DAF Day in 2024–a collaborative effort to help nonprofits receive more gifts from donor-advised funds, today’s fastest growing vehicle for charitable giving.
September 11, 2024
Elevate your nonprofit grant writing success with expert tips
Use Candid’s top nonprofit grant writing tips, expert articles, and free resources to write grant proposals that successfully showcase impact, appeal to funders, and make a compelling case for funding your cause.
August 29, 2024
A big impact with bite-sized social media
In a world of shrinking attention spans, learn about the advantages of using microlearning on social media to engage and educate supporters online–and get real-world tips on how your nonprofit can put this approach into practice.
August 21, 2024
How nonprofit boards can support a sustainable funding strategy
Learn the key steps that nonprofit boards can take to build an effective funding strategy and why their involvement is critical to nonprofits’ sustainable success based on Bridgespan’s recent research and expertise.
August 13, 2024
How nonprofits can engage in policy advocacy now
Discover three keys for equipping nonprofits with the knowledge and funding to engage in policy advocacy work, so charitable organizations can better lend their voices to championing positive change in the communities they serve.
August 7, 2024
Market research made easy: 3 tips to maximize nonprofit impact
Find out how your nonprofit can conduct market research—without breaking the bank—and why gathering such feedback can be the key to unlocking greater impact, garnering more support, and advancing your organization’s mission.
August 5, 2024
A collaborative, user-centered approach to website redesigns
If you’re getting started on a website redesign for your nonprofit, consider these five key steps and best practices to help your team prepare for what a new website project will entail and ensure your efforts result in success.
July 24, 2024