The Nonprofit Atlas

17 Proven Strategies For Boosting Fundraising Success

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With economic uncertainty and changing donor priorities presenting growing funding challenges, developing different methods to engage with current donors and reach new ones can ensure a nonprofit is able to continue its mission and achieve organizational goals.

Strengthening Donor Relationships: A Key to Nonprofit Success

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Nonprofits thrive not just on generosity, but on connection. In times of financial uncertainty, those strong, loyal relationships with current donors are your biggest asset. Stay mission-focused, listen to your supporters, and continue to invest in the people who believe in your cause. Their commitment will carry you forward.

14 Ways New Nonprofits Can Find Their Footing

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Starting a nonprofit can be daunting, especially in a crowded space—but with the right strategy and mindset, success is within reach. From building a strong board to staying mission-focused and leveraging your agility, these expert tips offer a roadmap to help new nonprofits grow with purpose and impact.

Why Your Fundraising Event Might Miss The Mark – And How to Fix It

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Are your fundraising events truly connecting with donors? New research from Bloomerang reveals a disconnect between what fundraisers love to host and what donors actually want to attend. Spoiler: it’s not galas. From preferred event types to overlooked follow-up strategies, discover what really drives donor engagement—and how nonprofits can turn events into lasting momentum.

Fundraising Strategies For A Volatile Market

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In today’s unpredictable economic climate, nonprofits must adapt their fundraising strategies to ensure financial stability and continued impact. Read on for several key approaches to consider.

Building A Mission-Driven Strategic Plan For Your Nonprofit

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As a leader in the nonprofit sector, the mission you’ve chosen to accept is probably focused on solving a specific type of problem and changing the course of the world.. But nonprofit leaders also need to take a step back and look at the big picture to extrapolate what solving the problem will entail in the coming years.

The Five Biggest Mistakes Nonprofits Make That Limit Their Effectiveness

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Wouldn’t it be nice if every time we start to do something stupid, someone would be there to intervene before we did it? But what if I told you that, right now, you are possibly doing five things to undermine your nonprofit’s success. Would you want to know what they are? Chances are, you’re doing at least one of these.