What is Data Appending? Basics, Benefits, and Best Practices

Every day, your nonprofit has a lot of decisions to make. Should your next fundraising event be in person or virtual? How can you convince more donors to increase their giving? Who should you approach for corporate sponsorships? Your donor database should contain the answers to all of these questions (and more), but sometimes, it’s […]

CSR: What to Know About Corporate Social Responsibility

If you’re a nonprofit professional trying to determine how corporate social responsibility applies to your organization, you’re in the right place! Corporate social responsibility (also known as CSR) can have a huge impact on not only your organization’s revenue but also your relationships with individuals and companies alike. In this guide, we’ll outline what corporate […]

What is a CSR Company? What to Know + Key Examples

Corporate Social Responsibility has become a vital aspect of how modern companies operate. In fact, participation in CSR demonstrates a commitment to making a positive impact on society beyond profit generation. As a result, a CSR company integrates responsible business practices into its core operations, focusing on ethical decision-making, environmental sustainability, social welfare, and more. […]

Address Appends: What Are They and How Can You Benefit?

Nonprofits collect a variety of data about their donors, from their preferred communication channels to their average gift amount to their demographic information. At a minimum, almost all nonprofits gather supporters’ contact information, such as their email addresses and phone numbers. But are you collecting supporters’ mailing addresses? Even if your nonprofit doesn’t have a […]

10 Volunteer Time Off Companies That Set an Example

Volunteer time off (VTO) programs are on the rise, and many companies are now offering VTO as part of their benefits packages. The average VTO policy provides employees with 20 hours to devote to charitable causes, giving employees two or three extra days off. However, some generous companies go above and beyond the 20-hour mark. […]

Nonprofit Marketing 101: How to Develop an Outreach Strategy

The importance of spreading awareness cannot be understated for nonprofits. After all, the more people know about your cause, the more likely you are to receive funding that keeps your programs running. As such, almost all nonprofits conduct some level of marketing. To grow your organization, secure reliable revenue, and generate widespread support for your […]

Corporate Insights: The Ultimate Guide to Workplace Giving

Workplace giving is a popular⁠—and continuously growing⁠—initiative where corporations equip their employees to support a wide range of nonprofit causes. And in most cases, the businesses give right alongside their team members. If you’re looking to incorporate this type of philanthropy into your own business practices, you’ve come to the right place. This comprehensive workplace […]

How to Start an Employee Recognition Program in 7 Steps

Engaged employees produce high-quality work, are eager to share creative ideas, and stick around longer than their unengaged peers. However, only about 23% of employees report feeling engaged at work. Despite so few employees being engaged, there are a few easy ways to raise these numbers. For instance, you can improve or implement an employee […]

How and Why Your Nonprofit Should Pursue Matching Grants

From monetary donations to volunteer support, corporate social responsibility (CSR) comes in many forms. But no matter the exact kind of support, all CSR programs share the same objective: help your nonprofit achieve its mission. Rather than just handing out support, one type of CSR program promises to help nonprofits by supplementing their fundraising efforts. […]

Why Companies Should Implement Payroll Giving Programs

Many people want to donate but simply forget to do so. This is especially true for people with busy work schedules. Fortunately, you can make it easy for your employees to give back by implementing a payroll giving program. Payroll giving is a type of corporate social responsibility (CSR) program that benefits businesses, nonprofits, and […]