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Unlocking Corporate Matching Gift Programs for Professional Services

Unlocking Corporate Matching Gift Programs for Professional Services

Between $4 billion and $7 billion in corporate matching gifts goes unclaimed every year—not because the money isn’t available, but because nonprofits aren’t systematically capturing it. With 65% of Fortune 500 companies offering matching programs and over 26 million Americans working for employers who will match donations, this represents one of the largest untapped opportunities in fundraising today. This comprehensive guide explores proven strategies for capturing matching gifts, from building corporate databases and implementing automated solutions to creating alternative matching pools that can double your fundraising revenue without expanding your donor base.

Building Your Volunteer Base: Why Your Local Community Is Your Greatest Resource

Building Your Volunteer Base: Why Your Local Community Is Your Greatest Resource

Your nonprofit’s most valuable volunteer recruitment resource isn’t found through expensive campaigns or broad outreach—it’s right in your own neighborhood. This comprehensive guide reveals how to strategically identify, engage, and activate the hidden pool of skilled, passionate volunteers living and working within walking distance of your organization. From mapping your local community to leveraging stakeholder networks, discover practical strategies for building a sustainable volunteer workforce through targeted local engagement, especially as fall presents the perfect timing for new commitments.

How to Properly Value Non-Cash Donations: A Guide for Nonprofit Organizations

How to Properly Value Non-Cash Donations: A Guide for Nonprofit Organizations

When a donor offers your nonprofit a house, artwork, or business inventory, determining its true value involves much more than picking a number. This comprehensive guide walks nonprofit leaders through the complex but essential process of valuing tangible property donations—from understanding fair market value principles to knowing when professional appraisals are required—ensuring your organization can confidently accept non-cash gifts while maintaining financial integrity and regulatory compliance.

Start Preparing to Participate in Giving Tuesday

Start Preparing to Participate in Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday has evolved from a modest 2012 initiative into one of the year’s most significant fundraising events, with 36.1 million participants contributing $3.6 billion in 2024 alone. Whether your nonprofit is a first-time participant or a seasoned veteran, December 2, 2025 represents an extraordinary opportunity to engage supporters, advance your mission, and close out the year strong. The good news? It’s not too late to prepare a meaningful campaign that can make a real difference for your organization.