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Planned Giving: 5 Tips to Get Started (Updated)

By Dave Martin

Last Updated: February 23, 2026

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...

How Fundraising Automations Help Nonprofits Raise More with Less Work

By Neha Sandesh

Last Updated: February 20, 2026

Fundraising teams are under constant pressure to raise more money and hit goals with limited resources. From managing gifts, pledges, and donor follow-up, time is of the essence for these teams, and that time is often spent taking care of...

Our 15 Favorite Membership Management Software for Nonprofits in 2026

By Philip Schmitz

Last Updated: February 20, 2026

Membership management software helps nonprofits track members, manage renewals, collect payments, and communicate more effectively. Different platforms approach this in different ways. Some focus on simplicity and quick setup. Others offer deeper...

Donor Segmentation for Nonprofits: Increase Retention and Revenue

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: February 19, 2026

Donor segmentation for nonprofits is simply the practice of grouping supporters based on how they give, engage, and interact, so your messages actually resonate. Without effective donor segmentation for nonprofits, fundraising becomes guesswork...

16 Top Case Management Software Solutions for Nonprofits

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: February 19, 2026

As your nonprofit grows, everything gets just a little more complicated. Fortunately, there’s often a software solution to help you increase efficiency and reduce the risk of human error.

New for 2026: 16 Best Alternatives for Bloomerang

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: February 19, 2026

With countless nonprofit CRM options on the market, it’s nearly impossible to narrow down your choices. After a first pass through a list of excellent choices, you might have landed on a popular option: Bloomerang.

Donor Analytics: How To Use Your Nonprofit’s Secret Weapon

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: February 17, 2026

Research shows 53% of nonprofits collect donor data, and if you're one of them, you may be wondering whether you're tracking the right metrics. After all, donor analytics can inform your donor engagement tactics, fundraising efforts, and campaign...

Smart Strategies for Effective Volunteer Management

By McKenzie Glaze

Last Updated: February 17, 2026

It won’t surprise you that fully one-third of the nonprofit workforce is volunteers. Successful nonprofits know that they need an army of supporters to keep the lights on and the mission humming.

Nonprofit Email Marketing in 2026: The 15 Best Mailchimp Alternatives

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Mailchimp is one of the most recognizable names in email marketing. It works well for simple newsletters, small lists, and basic automation. But as nonprofits grow, your needs grow with you. You start to rely more on segmentation, donor journey...

Top 10 Best Nonprofit Email Marketing Platforms, Reviewed

By Julie Kennon

Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Ah, email. It remains a favorite fundraising tool. After all, it’s cost-effective, convenient, and flexible. Whether you are nurturing your donors, prospecting for new ones, promoting events, or sending out year-end appeals, the right nonprofit...

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