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9 Best Nonprofit Fundraising Ideas to Boost Donations

Fundraising has been a part of the charity industry for a long time and is still key to NPOs achieving their mission. Through donors, fundraising events, and diverse campaigns, nonprofits raise money to drive projects, programs, and their day-to-day operations. But, how can your NPO get creative about how you raise money and engage your community?

How to Set Up a Successful Silent Auction

What goes into hosting a successful silent auction fundraiser? A whole lot! From starting strong with clear goals and a...

Choosing the Best Auction Management Software for Fundraisers

There are so many things you need to juggle to make an auction fundraiser a success – and something that can be a big...

The hidden cost of Zeffy

Nonprofits need reliable, transparent, and cost-effective fundraising solutions—especially when running online...

Choosing the Best Donor Management Software for Nonprofits

Donor management software can transform your nonprofit’s administration by helping you coordinate all aspects of your...

Create the Perfect Silent Auction Item Descriptions (Template)

Bid sheets are essential to the successful running of silent auctions. They provide bidders with important item...

Top 10 Live Auction Ideas to Boost Nonprofit Fundraising

Live auctions are key to many nonprofits’ fundraising efforts. They provide an opportunity to engage donors, attract...

Your Guide to Canva for Nonprofits

Canva helps nonprofit organizations create professional-quality graphic designs with their user-friendly graphic design...

Maximize Awareness and Funds with Fundraiser Bracelets

Fundraiser bracelets are a simple, powerful, and popular method for raising awareness about a cause. 

Understanding Online Auctions: A Guide for Nonprofits

Online auctions have completely changed the auctioneering and fundraising landscape. Today, individuals and...

Silent Auction Basket Ideas to Boost Your Fundraising Event

Silent auction baskets are a staple at fundraising events, offering a creative way to generate excitement and bids. To...

Choose Stripe, Avoid PayPal - Our Honest Take

One of the most common questions we get is: How do we collect payments from our bidders, and should we choose Stripe or...

Maximize Nonprofit Fundraising: Guide to Online Donations

Online donations have become a game changer for nonprofits. Not only do they provide a crucial source of funding, but...

Top 11 Christmas Fundraisers to Boost Holiday Spirit and Donations

With Christmas around the corner and the festive mood in the air, people—especially young adults—are more likely to...

15 Creative Ideas to Display Silent Auction Items Effectively

How you showcase your silent auction items plays an essential role in grabbing bidders’ attention and making your...

Understanding Autobid: How Proxy Bidding Simplifies Online Auctions

In auctions, proxy bidding—also known as autobid—allows you to set the maximum amount you're willing to pay for an...

Celebrating 10 Years of Success: HALO Havanese Rescue and BiddingOwl

Words from the HALO Havanese Rescue:

HALO Havanese Rescue has been working to save and rehome Havanese dogs in need,...

T-shirt Fundraisers: Everything You Need to Know

Everybody loves a cool t-shirt, and people especially enjoy statement tees that showcase their values. This makes...

BiddingOwl.com Earns Top Honors from Gartner Digital Markets in 2024

As we wrap up another year, we are excited to share that BiddingOwl.com has been recognized with multiple accolades...

How to Host a Successful Virtual Silent Auction

Virtual fundraising events have become a popular way for nonprofits to raise money and garner attention. They have many...

Ultimate Guide to Securing Grants for Nonprofit Organizations

Nonprofit grants are a vital part of the charity funding landscape. Through grants, nonprofits access free resources...

Complete Guide To Running a Flower Fundraiser

Are you looking for a fresh fundraising idea to help you raise money? Consider a plant or flower fundraiser. When...

Digital Fundraising: 6 Best Strategies for Success

Fundraising today is entirely different from what it was in the past. Previously, fundraisers were primarily manual,...

Google for Nonprofits: A Breakdown of Google's Free Program

Establishing a tech suite is one of the core actions that can allow modern nonprofit organizations to operate...