Starting a grassroots nonprofit is exciting but often overwhelming. Many nonprofit founders struggle to balance legal requirements, fundraising, program growth, and staff management. With the right strategies, however, founders can establish a strong foundation for long-term success. Here are essential tips for grassroots nonprofit leaders.

In the noisy world of social media posts, crowded inboxes, and competing causes, it’s not enough for a nonprofit to exist—you need to stand out. But that doesn’t mean you need flashy budgets or a marketing degree.

Whether you're transitioning from another sector or new to fundraising altogether, this field comes with its own set of unique challenges, expectations, and opportunities. If you're new to healthcare fundraising, here are six best practices to help you build a strong foundation and find early success in your role.

Launching a capital or endowment campaign is a major milestone for any nonprofit. It’s a signal of growth, vision, and ambition—but also one of risk. That’s why the most successful campaigns don’t start with public announcements or design plans. They start with listening. And that’s exactly what a feasibility study enables you to do.

Once donor relationships are established and gifts are secured, it’s critical to find ways to keep donors informed about your project. Here are some helpful tips for keeping donors engaged during and after a capital campaign.

What is an Annual Appeal and Why is it important?

Fundraising in rural communities presents a unique blend of opportunities and challenges.

Back-to-School Fundraising is more getting prepared for the next fundraising year than going back to school.

Your donor database is a nonprofit fundraisers' most important tool.
It can also their biggest headache.

5 Tricks for Your Annual Development Plan

Considerations to Donor Appreciation Communication

Designing the perfect thank you for donors is as easy as preparing their favorite dessert – if, of course, you know what they like.

Financial Advisor Gary Pigg gives an insight into how to fix your finances as a nonprofit.

An intro to events for your organization

How is a development assessment like a road trip?

Hear from Paul about the differences in Capital Campaign Then and Now

The Care and Feeding of Annual Donors

Learn how to “dish up” the perfect grant proposal.