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Discover how to run a successful calendar raffle fundraiser with creative ideas, detailed templates, and best practices to engage your supporters.

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Explore the best budgeting software for nonprofits in 2024. Simplify financial planning, monitoring, and reporting with our curated list of solutions.

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Need a nonprofit website but short on time or budget? Explore top website builders and discover how Zeffy helps grassroots nonprofits start fundraising — no website needed.

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Looking for a low-fee (or zero-fee) fundraising platform? Compare 9 top-rated sites for fast, simple campaign setup — including the only one that’s 100% free.

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Discover the top 14 email marketing solutions for nonprofits. Learn how these tools can help you enhance reach, improve donor relations, & maximize your impact.

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Discover the best banks for nonprofits in 2024. Learn which banks offer low fees, great services, and tailored solutions for nonprofit financial needs.

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Discover 18 engaging animal shelter fundraiser ideas to raise funds and support animal welfare causes effectively in 2024.

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Looking for smart ways to raise money at school? Discover 95 ideas that students love. Keep 100% of what you raise with Zeffy's zero-fee fundraising tools.

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Learn how to plan a fundraising gala in 8 simple steps! Get budget tips, theme ideas, planning checklists & more—powered by Zeffy’s free event fundraising tools.

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From bake sales to bonfires, explore 24 fall fundraising ideas perfect for nonprofits. Learn how to attract donors and maximize your fundraising efforts.

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From Halloween candy grams to zombie fun runs, these 7 Halloween fundraising ideas will boost donations for your nonprofit.

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The holidays are the busiest fundraising season of the year. Help your nonprofit with these 6 holiday fundraising tips for nonprofits.

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501(c)(8) status applies to organizations that are fraternal beneficiary societies. Learn about 501(c)(8) organizations and how to apply for a tax-exempt status.

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Learn what a 501(c)(7) organization is, how they’re different from 501(c)(3) organizations, and how to start your own in just 9 steps.

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501(c)(5) tax status is for labor, horticultural or agricultural organizations. Explore the different types and steps to registering as a 501(c)(5) organization.

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501(c)(4) organizations promote social welfare and can engage in political activities. Learn about 501(c)(4) qualifications, characteristics, and the application process.

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Organizations with both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) are both exempted from federal taxes. Learn about the differences, purpose, eligibility and more for your nonprofit!

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Learn about the all the different types of charities and how to apply for 501(c)(3) status so you can start collecting donations right away.

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Does your nonprofit work to improve the lives of veterans and current armed forces members? Learn how to apply for a 5019(c)(19) status to maximize your impact.

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As per the IRS, 501(c) is a designation for tax-exempt nonprofits. Explore different types of 501(c) organizations and check the steps for starting one.

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Learn effective 2025 strategies for hosting and selling 50/50 raffle tickets and boost your fundraising efforts.

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