CharityVillage Connects: Reconciliation and the Nonprofit Sector: Where Are We Now?

To mark Canada’s 4th annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, in this episode, we’re checking in with Indigenous nonprofit leaders from across the country to hear what they have to say about whether any progress has been made in...

What happened to the joy of giving?

This article was previously published by Plan International Canada and is reprinted with permission. As Canadians pull back from making donations, and needs increase, social impact organizations need to double down on meaningful engagement. I’ve been in the sector for...

5 opportunities for charities and nonprofits to prepare for an election year

The next federal election in Canada will take place in October 2025. While the CRA’s Income Tax Act prohibits charities from supporting or opposing any political candidate or party, an election year still presents opportunities for organizations to get involved...

7 strategies for small nonprofits to boost their fundraising efforts

Small organizations often turn to various methods for fundraising including social media, silent auctions, and even the classic walkathon. However, it's crucial to remember that to successfully raise funds, it is not just about individual fundraising events or initiatives. For...

How declining social connection is impacting Canadian charities: An interview with Julie Fiorini from CanadaHelps

Is declining social connection amongst Canadians causing fewer people to make financial donations to charities? In the June 2024 CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, we did a deep dive into the 2024 Giving Report from CanadaHelps to explore this topic and...

Grant writing in a digital age: Leveraging technology for better proposals

Grant writing has always been challenging, but has become easier over the years thanks to modern technology. With tools at our disposal to improve our time and task management, research capabilities, and access to information at the click of a...

Maximize support with embeddable donation forms available on the CharityVillage Crowdfunding Platform

Crowdfunding can help your organization raise donations online and even achieve revenue sustainability. Reimagine your fundraising with CharityVillage's Crowdfunding Platform - 0% platform fees, and no subscriptions or contracts.  Embeddable and mobile-friendly donation forms are designed to make gathering one-time...

Optimizing your Digital Fundraising for the Future

Original Broadcast Date: May 23, 2024 Summary: Are you wondering how your charity can adapt to the changing landscape of digital fundraising? Join Ved Khan of GoFundMe and Wen-Chih O’Connell of PayPal Giving Fund Canada to learn data-driven insights on how...

Grant writing dos and don’ts

Writing grants is a highly sought-after skill in many nonprofits, and can be overwhelming for those just getting started. Grant writing requires a strategic approach to knowledge and demands more than just a compelling idea. In this article, I’ll delve...

Understanding the generosity of Gen Z and Millennials: An Interview with Wen-Chih O’Connell from PayPal Giving Fund Canada

Interested in learning more about this topic? We partnered with PayPal Giving Fund Canada and GoFundMe to host a free webinar, Optimizing your Digital Fundraising for the Future. Watch the webinar recording. How are young people in Canada giving back...
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