Nonprofit Marketing Resources

Running a nonprofit can be challenging. Over time, a number of obstacles can present themselves. Fortunately, there are a number of resources for nonprofit employees, board members, and founders to turn to; one of the most helpful resources for any nonprofit is podcasts. Whether they are posted weekly or monthly, there are multiple, quality podcasts available to guide nonprofits and teach them successful strategies for everything from fundraising to recruiting. Featured below are 10 of the best podcasts for nonprofits.

Soliciting regulations can fall into a gray area for many nonprofits; navigating these rules can be tricky, and they can easily change without prior notice. Despite this, nonprofits must follow these regulations to maintain good standing with the state, avoid legal infractions, and keep the trust of their supporters. Organizations also need a state-registered status to receive various grants.

You’ve probably heard the saying “teamwork makes the dream work” or “the more the merrier.” In the nonprofit world, these cliche sayings actually ring true. Bringing on new collaborations and fresh ideas only positively impacts your nonprofit. Oftentimes, these are with corporations or local businesses, but they can also form between multiple nonprofits. When done right, collaborations allow for increased exposure and an entirely new audience.

As an essential aspect of running a nonprofit, fundraising can make or break an organization. One of the most tried and true methods for raising vital funds are fundraising events. From dinners, auctions, galas, golf tournaments, and more, it would seem that the only limit on a fundraising event is an organization’s imagination. Although these events can take many forms, it is only through proper planning and preparation that a nonprofit funding event can be effective. That being said, there are a number of useful tips on how to plan effective fundraising events.

There are plenty of ways to raise money, but one of the most popular (and let’s face it: fun!) ways to bring in fundraising dollars and engage supporters is the time-tested nonprofit fundraising event. The key to meeting fundraising goals is donor engagement. So, the real question is: “How do nonprofits get and keep donors engaged for an event?”