While fundraising is not the core work of nonprofits and charities, it is vital when it comes to securing long-term funds to support your mission. Many organizations have access to staff and volunteers with deep expertise in their field, whether that be...
Interested in learning more? We have partnered with Keela and Raisely to host a free webinar. Register now! Most nonprofits treat their donation form as a final step in the donor journey. The data suggests it's become a bottleneck. After...
In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we take an in-depth look at donor-advised funds (DAFs), a method for Canadians to give to charity that is increasing rapidly in popularity. With more than $20 billion sitting in DAF accounts across the...
Image: Faculty of Science at the University of Windsor Ottenbrite Lecture Series (L-R: Dean of Science, Proffesor Claudio Verani; Gemma Grey-Hall, CFRE; Shelley Ottenbrite; Dave Ottenbrite; Ruth Ottenbrite; Mark Ottenbrite; and guest Lecturer Proffesor Christa Brousseau). With nearly 15 years of experience in...
Original Broadcast Date: February 12, 2026 Summary: Establishing a new organization, whether it’s a charity or a nonprofit, can be incredibly exciting. Your team is likely full of passion, and eager to make a real difference in the community. But...
On November 4th, the federal government released its latest budget. In this episode of CharityVillage Connects, we explore what the new fiscal plan means for nonprofits and charities across Canada. Our guests break down the key measures affecting funding, employment,...
Interested in learning more? We have partnered with Story Point Consulting to host a free webinar. Register now! Imagine this: You have just stepped into a new role, maybe you are new to the organization, or new to fundraising altogether. You are preparing...
I recently had a consultation call with a nonprofit that had been tirelessly applying for grants, only to face rejection. They were frustrated, having invested so much time and energy with little to show for it. As we dug into...
In a rapidly shifting landscape of philanthropy, Canadian charities recognize one clear truth: the ways people give, and the contexts in which they give, are evolving. At a time when chance encounters, mobile devices and peer-influence matter more than ever,...
Many small teams asked really great questions during our donor data webinar for small nonprofits. These questions reflect real challenges that many organizations face when trying to make sense of their data, connect with supporters, or simply figure out where...
