Words are like spells. When we use the right ones, they can create clarity, connection and sometimes even funding magic. But the wrong words? They can leave funders confused, uninspired, or unsure if your project is the right fit. Even...
Presented in partnership with CharityVillage, the presenting sponsor of National Philanthropy Day 2025. The power of philanthropy lies in its ability to connect people, amplify generosity, and spark meaningful change. This November, that power will be centre stage at AFP...
Interested in learning more? We have partnered with Keela and Raisely to host a free webinar. Watch the webinar recording! Keela is a Canadian-built nonprofit CRM helping charities and associations deepen donor relationships with smart automation, segmentation, and reporting. Paired...
Original Broadcast Date: September 18, 2025 Summary: For staff and volunteers who are new to fundraising or just beginning to explore data, using data analysis to drive your fundraising strategy can come with a bit of a learning curve, especially when...
This article is the third in a three-part series – check out the first and second articles. One of the most neglected components of the fundraising process is stewardship. Most nonprofits find themselves sprinting on the hamster wheel of acquisition,...
With Canada Post and CUPW continuing their negotiations, many of us fundraisers are having flashbacks to 2024 year-end, when an unexpected postal strike derailed months of work. What happened next was something of a natural experiment: without mail, would donors...
It’s time to talk about one of the least sexy (but arguably most important) parts of a grant application: your budget. Gasp! Grant budgets are kind of like the broccoli of a grant proposal, definitely not the most exciting part, but...
Original Broadcast Date: August 28, 2025 Summary: As the most competitive giving season of the year approaches, your year-end strategy needs more than good vibes and a hopeful email blast. In this tactical, no-fluff webinar, Keela (donor engagement CRM) and Raisely (fundraising campaign platform)...
This article is the second in a three-part series – check out the first article. Picture this. You spend weeks preparing the best party ever. You got all the right decorations and poured over the menus and playlist. The place...
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...
