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How to Start a Nonprofit Organization: A Step-by-Step Guide

Starting a nonprofit organization is a meaningful way to transform your passion into positive change. Whether you’re advocating for education, the environment, animals, healthcare, or social justice, this guide...

Samantha Ruiz

3 weeks ago

13 min read

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The Clean Data Checklist for Nonprofits

Messy data causes mistakes that your organization can’t afford. Meet the companion that nonprofit CRM users have been waiting for! Download the Clean Data Checklist to create a framework that keeps your team members on...

Samantha Ruiz

January 9, 2023

1 min read

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Design Tips for Nonprofits

Design Tips for Nonprofits is full of free, practical, DIY design tips from the DonorPerfect team and design expert Abby Guido. With this guide, you can reap the benefits of strategic design and consistent branding...

Samantha Ruiz

April 5, 2022

1 min read

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DonorPerfect Insights Beginner’s Guide

Transform donor engagement with our workbook! Get strategies, dos and don’ts, and a worksheet to align your team and boost donor support.

Samantha Ruiz

October 22, 2021

1 min read

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How to Buy Fundraising Software

Evaluating fundraising software can be confusing. Our guide helps you set goals, solve problems, and choose the best fit for your needs.

Samantha Ruiz

January 24, 2018

1 min read

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How To Use Data To Manage Your Nonprofit

Discover how data and reporting can boost your nonprofit’s success. Learn key metrics, essential reports, and tool choices in our e-book.

Samantha Ruiz

June 29, 2017

1 min read

Nonprofit Fundamentals

Applying for Tax-Exemption

So, you have decided that you want to start a nonprofit. What comes next? How do you apply to receive tax-exempt status? Below, those and many other frequently asked questions are answered. What is the difference...

Nonprofit Expert

June 19, 2017

7 min read

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Fiscal Sponsorship – An Alternative To Creating A Nonprofit

Fiscal sponsorship is an agreement between an established 501(c)(3) charity and a relatively new, unincorporated organization that lacks its own tax exempt status but is interested in soliciting donations and grants...

Nonprofit Expert

June 14, 2017

11 min read

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How to Plan a Nonprofit Fundraising Event on a Budget

Discover tips from experts to raise more funds while spending less on events. Learn about auctions, text marketing, and more in our guide.

Samantha Ruiz

February 27, 2017

1 min read

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Better Together: Financial Harmony with Integrated Fundraising & Accounting

Don’t settle for basic accounting. Discover how integrated fundraising and accounting solutions improve data, communication, and decision-making. Get your free guide!

Samantha Ruiz

July 5, 2016

1 min read

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