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Nonprofit guides
The Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Donation Receipts

Discover the essential guide to nonprofit donation receipts. Learn IRS requirements, formats, and how to create free, compliant receipts with Zeffy.

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Nonprofit guides
Donation Pages: Ultimate Guide + 14 Best Practices

Want to bring in more donations to your cause? Learn from our 14 best practices, examples, and templates so you can build your own.

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Nonprofit guides
Your Guide to Corporate Donation Matching for Nonprofits in 2024

Learn how donation match works, best practices, and top matching companies in our guide. Multiply donations with corporate gift matching.

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Nonprofit software
6 Best Donation Management Software for Nonprofits in 2025

Compare 6 Donor Management Software for your nonprofit (with free options). Choose the best one among Zeffy, Givebutter and more.

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Templates
11 Best Donation Websites (free & paid) for Fundraising [2025]

Explore the best donation websites for your charity or individuals. Find the perfect site to support your cause, maximize donations, and avoid expensive fees.

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Tips & best practices
Online Donation Form Best Practices for 2025

Simple, flexible, and recognizable online donation forms will help your nonprofit collect more donations. These online donation form best practices can help.

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Fundraising ideas
19 Ideas for Hosting a Successful Donation Drive in 2024

Seeking donation drive ideas to create an impact with your nonprofit initiatives? Here’s a curated list of the 19 best ideas.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit Guide to 1099 Forms [2024]

Nonprofits must issue a 1099 form when engaging with independent contractors. Learn why nonprofits get a 1099 form with precise guidelines to issue one.

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Nonprofit guides
Digital Marketing for Nonprofits: 8 Actionable Strategies [2024 Guide]

Learn proven digital marketing tactics to amplify your nonprofit's message, inspire action, and increase donations in 2024.

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Nonprofit guides
Crowdfunding for Nonprofits: The Definitive Guide (2025)

Crowdfunding is one of the best ways to raise money for your nonprofit. Discover top tips and the best platforms for successful crowdfunding.

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Nonprofit guides
How to Get Corporate Sponsors for Your Nonprofit Organization?

Learn everything you need to know about corporate sponsorships for your nonprofit including how to create a proposal, and secure them.

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Nonprofit life
15 Top Philanthropic Companies That Donate to Nonprofits [2025]

Discover the best companies to approach for grants and sponsorships. Explore the types of nonprofits they typically donate to and the giving programs they conduct.

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Fundraising ideas
40 Unique Community Service Ideas for Nonprofits (2025)

Discover unique community service ideas to meaningfully serve your neighborhood. Engage in activities like collecting resources, teaching skills, or exploring new volunteer opportunities to benefit your community.

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Fundraising ideas
25 Effective Fundraiser Ideas for College Clubs and Sports Teams

Explore our 25 best college fundraising ideas. From classic car washes to trendy viral challenges, find the perfect fit for your college fundraiser.

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Fundraising ideas
45 Best Church Fundraising Ideas To Raise Money in 2024

Looking for ideas for church fundraisers? We've come up with 29 great ways to raise funds & bring your community together. Read more here!

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Raffle laws
Charitable Lottery Regulations in Saskatchewan.

Do you need a lottery licence for 50/50 Saskatchewan? Help with event ticketing? Zeffy can help make sense of lottery licences for fundraising in Saskatchewan.

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Raffle laws
Charitable Lottery Regulations in Quebec.

Online charitable lotteries. 50/50 draws in Quebec. Eligibility for a nonprofit or charity lottery licence. Zeffy can help make sense of lotteries in Quebec.

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Raffle laws
Charitable Lottery Regulations in Ontario (Complete Breakdown 2025)

Online charitable lotteries. 50/50 draws in Ontario. Eligibility for a nonprofit or charity lottery licence. Zeffy can help make sense of lotteries in Ontario.

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Raffle laws
Charitable Lottery Regulations in Prince Edward Island

We’ve broken down some of Prince Edward Island's regulations for charitable lotteries.

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Raffle laws
Charitable lottery regulations in Nova Scotia.

Do you need a lottery licence for 50/50 Nova Scotia? Help with event ticketing? Zeffy can help make sense of lottery licences for fundraising in Nova Scotia.

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Raffle laws
Charitable lottery regulations in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Online charitable lotteries. Lottery regulations. Ticket lottery licence application NL. Zeffy can help make sense of lotteries in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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