January 6, 2021 We’ve all gotten tired of hearing statements that begin with “in times like these,” “the new normal of COVID,” and “this unprecedented moment in history.” And maybe that’s because in the months since COVID-19 first stepped onto the global scene, we’ve all but...
When most people think of a nonprofit, they might imagine scanty organizations staffed entirely by passionate volunteers running the whole company out of the goodness of their hearts. And while it’s true that nonprofits thrive with the help of enthusiastic audience members working in unpaid...
Public-facing institutions and nonprofit organizations know all about donor-foundation relationships. The truth is, museums, zoos, and other cultural associations rely on the generosity of their donors to support the work they do. Donors represent one of the foremost ways institutions are able to meet fundraising...
The holiday season is fast approaching. And with all the wild surprises 2020 has given us so far, this winter is promising to be unlike any other. But festive fundraising strategies remain relatively unchanged. Despite the complications COVID, museums, zoos, and other cultural institutions remain...
Auctions, silent auctions, raffles, and other methods of product-based fundraising are a familiar activity to most nonprofits. It’s an easy, entertaining, and engaging way to raise often considerable cash for your organization. Additionally, the auction event is a great way to meet and chat with...
Cultural institutions like museums, zoos, aquariums, and institutes for the arts require software to not only manage members and point-of-sales, but also for donations and fundraising. In this guide, we’ll evaluate the different types of donation software for nonprofits, and provide you with the information you...
Most nonprofit fundraising trends in 2020 come down to innovations in technology, communication platforms, and artificial intelligence. In order for nonprofits to stay up-to-date with current fundraising developments, cultural institution leaders need to change the ways they manage, communicate with, and create strategies around their donors. From...
It’s the end of your fundraising campaign and you’re looking over the list of amazing people and organizations that have donated to your cultural institution. You’ve exceeded expectations, allocated funding to the appropriate departments and event organizers, and are to celebrate a successful fundraising campaign. But...
When tickets, membership subscriptions, gift shop sales, and food and snack sales aren’t enough to meet the growing demands of a nonprofit, most cultural institutions turn to fundraising. But what’s the best way to engage donors and ensure that your fundraising strategy is a success? By...