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Is There a Bonfire at Bonterra?

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Okay, maybe that was clickbait. But there’s a trend in the nonprofit CRM industry, and Bonterra is the latest poster child. What’s the trend? Private equity taking over good companies with a focus on making a profit. And Bonterra has seen it all,...

How to Weather Any Storm: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Crisis Communications

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Budget cuts. Spending freezes. Tornados, floods, and wildfires. Leadership scandals.

How to Use Tech to Find Nonprofit Donors

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Even when you’re an established nonprofit with an impressive mission and loyal cadre of supporters, the time comes for you to find new donors. And you’re not alone. With about 2 million nonprofits in the U.S., there are a lot of sophisticated...

How to Avoid the Hidden Fees Costing Your Nonprofit

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

You know the story. You care deeply about a mission, and you find others who share your passion. Together, you raise money, advocate, and make an impact. But as you grow, something unexpected happens—fees and technology costs start eating away at...

How Text-to-Give Can Supercharge Nonprofit Campaigns

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

While the constant presence of mobile and smartphones has been known to annoy some people (looking at you, parents of teenagers), there is a world of good that comes from instant communications and the ability to reach a large audience quickly.

How CharityEngine Helps Major Gift Officers

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Major Gift Officers play a critical role in a nonprofit: identifying and cultivating relationships with potential major gift donors can tremendously impact an organization’s ability to meet fundraising goals and effect change. It’s not an easy job!

Hold the Salsa and Bring on the Guac! (Brand New Update!)

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Another totally new update! It's been a wild ride, and it's not over yet. But we're getting there.

Got Chapters? You Need CharityEngine!

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

While it’s hard to pinpoint the exact number of nonprofits with chapters, there are a lot! Many national nonprofits, such as the Association of Junior Leagues International or Girl Scouts of the USA, rely on chapters to grow their mission and extend...

GivingTuesday is Coming…Is Your Nonprofit Ready?

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Yes, it’s true. In a few short weeks, we’ll all still be dreaming about that delicious Thanksgiving pie…and we’ll be smack in the middle of GivingTuesday. Whether that sentence gives you butterflies of excitement or heartburn from despair, we’ve got...

Donor Pipelines: What's Behind This New Trend?

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Nonprofits looking for a fundraising edge might not have to look further than their nonprofit CRM. Donor pipelines are a powerful tool that can significantly enhance your fundraising efforts.

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