The benefits of a fundraising plan for charities and nonprofits

Interested in learning more? We have partnered with Story Point Consulting to host a free webinar. Watch the webinar recording! What is a fundraising plan?  A fundraising plan is a roadmap that outlines how an organization will generate the necessary...

CharityVillage Connects: The 2025 Giving Report: Disruption and the Digital Shift of Canadian Donors

In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take a close look at the insights revealed in the 2025 CanadaHelps Giving Report about the landscape of charitable giving in Canada, and what these insights mean for your nonprofit or charity. Joined...

CharityVillage Connects: Should Money Talk? Inequities in Funding and Influence in the Nonprofit Sector

They say money talks. Is this true for the nonprofit sector, where a relatively small number of large charities receive the lion’s share of available funding? Have well-funded charities dominated the public policy governing our sector, drowning out the voices...

Donor Engagement Models: Your blueprint for building strong, sustainable nonprofit relationships

Interested in learning more? We have partnered with DonorPerfect to host a free webinar. Register now! While no single approach is considered “right” or “wrong” for today’s nonprofits, research has shown that there are clear guidelines for engaging with today’s donors....

Five FREE resources for grant prospect research

Interested in learning more? We partnered with Jessica Vestergaard, Founder of Written With Purpose, to host a free webinar. Watch the webinar recording! As a professional grant writer, one of the most common questions I hear from my nonprofit clients...

CharityVillage Connects: Navigating the Stormy Waters of Political Uncertainty: Government Relations for Nonprofits

With elections happening across the provinces and the potential for a federal election at any time, how to navigate political change is top of mind for many nonprofit leaders. How can your organization engage in government relations, lobby for social...

Building a strong foundation: Why monthly donations matter for small and medium-sized charities

In the vibrant landscape of Canada's charitable sector, small and medium-sized charities offer vital services and foster community well-being. Yet, these organizations often face significant financial challenges that can limit their ability to fulfill their missions effectively. So, why not...

It’s time to transform philanthropy: An interview with Andrew Chunilall from Community Foundations of Canada

In our May 2023 CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, we took a hard look at the world of philanthropy, especially how foundations, both public and private, operate in Canada.  For this episode, we interviewed Andrew Chunilall, CEO of Community Foundations Canada....

Optimize your website to improve donor conversions this holiday season

47% of Canadians prefer to receive a charitable gift that makes an impact. Is your organization’s website ready to optimize on potential donors this holiday season? Getting your donors to your website is half the battle; getting them to donate...

Digital fundraising 101: Exploring the new frontier of digital giving

This article was previously published by TechSoup and is reprinted with permission. After introducing the concept of digital fundraising, providing a round-up of traditional fundraising tools that support the integration of digital technology, and exploring strategies for enhancing generational giving with PayPal Giving Fund Canada, our...
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