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Web innovations for non-profit organizations. Online engagement tools that help you raise more money to fuel your mission.

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Most nonprofits only use prospect research for major gift campaigns. But it's just as valuable for deepening relationships with existing donors, identifying planned giving prospects, and finding matching gift opportunities. 3 practical applications here:

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Unexpected crises don't wait for your next fiscal year. Here's a clear framework for revising your nonprofit budget mid-year without losing momentum or stakeholder trust. #Nonprofit #FinancialPlanning

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Most nonprofits treat petition signatures as the outcome.

They're not. They're the beginning.

Every signer opted in around a specific issue — a list you can cultivate for years, if it ends up in your CRM: https://t.co/tgHefN7Y7L

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Election years shift something. Supporters have energy and a sense that right now matters.

Most nonprofits don't capture it— assuming engagement means advocacy, or lacking the tools to move fast.

Both are solvable: https://t.co/rIy0rlCfsC

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Your YMCA or JCC gala room is full of members who already care about the mission. The challenge isn't inspiring them to give. It's giving them something to respond to.

A live fundraising display turns the ask into something the whole room can see: https://t.co/mu7ib7R7Ct

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The fund-a-need is typically the highest-revenue moment of a nonprofit gala. In 10-15 minutes, a well-run appeal can raise more than the entire silent auction.

Learn more: https://t.co/X3RL81PE7o

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Most charity auctions leave money on the table — not because the items weren't good, but because the bidding experience got in the way.

10 tactics to increase bidding at your next nonprofit auction: https://t.co/47CCNXwdkW

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Your gala raises more money when your team has a clear plan before event night. 😊

Here's a complete gala planning checklist for 2026: six planning phases, 60+ checklist items, and specific guidance on auction setup, fund-a-need execution, and more: https://t.co/JthaLr2Y19

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"We know only too well that what we are doing is nothing more than a drop in the ocean. But if the drop were not there, the ocean would be missing something." - Mother Teresa

30+ quotes on giving, generosity, and service for nonprofit professionals: https://t.co/NeiWXbA7DR

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Nonprofit event season is coming. Is your software ready? We put together a full breakdown of the top event management platforms in 2026— with a feature comparison table, a "how to choose" guide, and honest takes on which tools belong on your shortlist:

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In-kind #donations can offer your #nonprofit immense value, but they can also be difficult to manage. Explore how to avoid common pitfalls in this process in our latest blog!

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If your #nonprofit relies on Salesforce, picking #auction software isn’t just a fundraising choice—it’s a data decision 💡

CSV export vs real-time Salesforce integration = very different results ⚡

Don’t guess. Read our practical buyer’s guide: https://t.co/TeztG0aCiU

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60+ silent auction item ideas, organized by category, with notes on what actually sells.

Spoiler: experiences beat things every time.

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There's a big difference between "mobile-friendly" and "mobile-first" in auction software — and your bidders can feel it.

Here are the 10 features your silent auction platform should have: https://t.co/efENyR0J4M

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Nobody wants to discover they picked the wrong auction software at the event.

We reviewed 10 nonprofit auction platforms for 2026 — pros, cons, best fits, and a comparison table to help you shortlist.

Full breakdown: https://t.co/yhiIseyR4U

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Ready to maximize your revenue in 2026? Discover how to launch a data-driven workplace giving program that engages donors and simplifies the process with these helpful insights from our friends at @2xDonations.

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Virtual, in-person, or hybrid?

There's no universal right answer for #nonprofit #auction formats. But there are key questions that point you to the right one.

We compared all three: https://t.co/dR6Gpxvrvo

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Paper bid sheets. Chained pens. Post-event data entry marathons.

Mobile bidding eliminates all of it, and raises more money in the process.

Our complete guide to #MobileBidding for nonprofits is live: https://t.co/Le2ZDlj9p9

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A nonprofit #budget isn't set-it-and-forget-it. It's a living document that connects your mission to your #fundraising goals, expense categories, and revenue strategy. Here's how to build one that actually works:

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Nonprofits can build stronger corporate partnerships by focusing on shared community impact. Explore five strategies that deepen collaboration, expand reach, and create meaningful long-term value with these tips from our friends at @2xDonations.

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