With Giving Tuesday just around the corner, nonprofits across the country are gearing up for one of the most critical fundraising days of the year. With up to 4% of annual fundraising happening in just one day, it’s essential to have the right tools in place. Are you ready to make the most of it? Julep is here to help you succeed!

As the year draws to a close, nonprofits everywhere prepare for what is arguably the most critical time for fundraising—year-end giving season. The holiday spirit, combined with the urgency of tax deadlines, means that donors are often more inclined to give during this period. In fact, up to one-third of annual donations are made in December, with a significant portion coming in the final days of the year. If your nonprofit isn’t fully maximizing this opportunity, you could be leaving essential revenue on the table, limiting your organization's impact and mission advancement.

While spreadsheets may feel familiar and cost-effective, they can quickly become inefficient, prone to errors, challenging to scale as your organization grows, and high-risk if a staff member leaves or hard drive dies. Transitioning from spreadsheets to a CRM, like Julep, can transform your nonprofit’s operations, improving donor relationships, data management, and decision-making.

In the bustling world of nonprofit fundraising, where the race to attract new donors is often highlighted by dazzling social media campaigns and large-scale events, the significance of retaining existing donors can sometimes be overshadowed. The journey doesn't end with a donation. In fact, that's where it truly begins. At its heart, donor retention is about recognizing that donors are not mere transactional figures but individuals craving genuine interaction.

In today’s world, corporate philanthropy has become a cornerstone of responsible business practices, offering a powerful avenue for companies to positively impact society while enhancing their brand and workplace culture. It’s an integral part of modern business strategies, blending corporate goals with social responsibility.

Joining a nonprofit board isn't just about filling a seat—it's about driving the organization toward its mission and making a tangible impact in the community. While passion for the cause often brings individuals to the boardroom, effective board membership requires a commitment to learning, oversight, and strategic decision-making.

Recurring donations are essential to successful fundraising plans. Whether monthly, weekly, or every other week, these contributions offer flexible options for donors to consistently contribute to your organization. But the benefits extend beyond donor convenience.

According to a recent study, 80% of nonprofits use some type of AI tools to automate online fundraising, and 15% use AI for donor prospecting. However, where do you start? The number of tools available is overwhelming, especially since many are free or low-cost.

Welcome back. Yesterday, we looked at finding hidden donors in your first-time donors, multi-engagement, monthly, and women donors. Today, we’ll delve into mid-level donors, planned giving and lapsed donors.

In the dynamic world of nonprofit fundraising, tapping into hidden donor potential can be a game-changer. Among these hidden gems are women first-time, monthly donors, multi-channel supporters, mid-level donors, and female philanthropists. These groups, when properly engaged, can significantly boost your organization's philanthropic efforts. Let's explore strategies to identify and upgrade these often-overlooked donor segments. In part one of this two-part post, we’ll look at what is a hidden donor, first-time donors, monthly donors, multi-engagement donors, proactive donors, and women. The second part of this series will discuss mid-level and lapsed donors.

As nonprofits look to tighten budgets and maximize fundraising, they are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) tools to streamline operations and enhance fundraising efforts. One study found, “nonprofits that are considered “digitally mature” are four times more likely to meet mission goals. Another study from Nonprofit Tech for Good found that 80% of nonprofits use AI for automating online fundraising and 15% use it for donor prospecting.

For nonprofit fundraisers, the journey to success is paved with strong donor relationships. As your donor database grows, it's vital to ensure that you're not missing out on hidden donor prospects.