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Planning a Fall Fundraiser? 5 Things You Should Do Right Now

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Pumpkins. Turkeys. Leaves changing color. Giving Tuesday. That all seems pretty far away right now, doesn’t it?

Fundraising

Planned Giving: 5 Tips to Get Started (Updated)

By Dave Martin

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Similar to major gifts, planned giving is the accumulation of long, engaging relationships between donors and nonprofits. A thoughtful and considerate planned giving program opens your nonprofit up to a significant source of funding and provides...

Sustainer Management

Personalization Goes a Long Way in Donor Relationships

By Dave Martin

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Nonprofits are constantly being told to personalize communication with donors to increase loyalty and financial giving. And it makes sense, right? If someone says, “Hello, Amanda,” instead of “Hello, Valued Donor,” Amanda feels seen. This positive...

PCI 4.0: What Do Nonprofits Need to Know?

By Tom Wilkey, CISSP

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Have you been hearing some buzz about changes coming for nonprofits processing credit card donations? As the industry moves to PCI DSS Version 4.0.1 on March 31, 2025, nonprofits must adhere to new requirements designed to prevent sophisticated...

Nonprofits, Start Your Engines…It’s GivingTuesday!

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

It’s here! The official kickoff to the most amazing, stressful, successful fundraising season ever. Whether you’re staring down a huge annual fundraising goal or just hoping to capitalize on a traditionally generous time of year, it’s go-time for...

Nonprofits, It’s Time for a Checkup!

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Would you believe there’s something you can do right now to increase the chances of more successful year-end campaigns? Reviewing data measuring the health of your nonprofit can illuminate areas of strength and those that might need a little...

Nonprofit Trends Expected in 2024

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

The past few years can undoubtedly prove that no one has a crystal ball, and no one is able to mitigate threats and capitalize on sure things with ease. CharityEngine, sadly, can’t predict the future either. What we can do is listen to some industry...

Nonprofit CRMs: To Build or to Buy?

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

When you’re a nonprofit ready to make the leap from spreadsheets to a CRM, you’re at a crossroads. You know you need technology, but how sophisticated must it be? How can you get the most bang for your buck and save money, while automating some...

Nonprofit CRM Pricing: It’s Complicated!

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

We get it. You’re busy, you have a budget, and you need a ballpark price before you commit to a phone call with sales. All you want is a number (or a range of numbers) to see if we should talk.

Nonprofit CRM Features: Spotlight on Automation

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: July 29, 2025

Many nonprofits face the challenges of managing many donors and volunteers, running multiple campaigns, and harnessing near-constant outreach to raise money for their mission. It’s sometimes hard to keep your head above water.

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