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Nonprofit life
Nonprofit life
Why Charitable Giving Is Down: The Real Causes

Donations are down 37% since early April. Here’s what’s behind the drop, and what your nonprofit can do to stay resilient.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
How to Run a Nonprofit: Honest Playbook for Small Orgs

Amplify your impact with these tested 7 strategies to run a nonprofit. Learn about financial management, creating a funding funnel, and more!

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Toolkit: Everything Your Participants Need to Succeed

Unlock the power of peer-to-peer fundraising with our comprehensive toolkit! From attracting sponsors to crafting compelling proposals, we've got you covered. Elevate your campaign with expert tips, templates, and strategies. Download now!

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Nonprofit life
Nonprofit life
Quebec Law 25 for Nonprofits: A 2026 Compliance Check-Up

What Quebec's Law 25 means for nonprofits. What your nonprofit needs to do to be legal under Quebec's new privacy law: Law 25.

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Grants
Grants
Canadian Grants for Nonprofits 2026: What You Can Win

Where to find grants for nonprofit organizations in Canada. From nonprofit government grants to operating grants for nonprofit organizations—Zeffy can help.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
How to Turn Website Visitors Into Donors: The Donation Page Playbook (2026)

What is the average conversion rate for a nonprofit? How to convert website visitors into donors? How to measure conversion rate?

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Templates
Templates
How to Create a Giving Tuesday Facebook Post That Drives Donations (+ 5 Free Templates)

Elevate your Giving Tuesday campaign with our tips on creating impactful social media posts for nonprofit fundraising success.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit Revenue Recognition: A Treasurer's Guide to ASC 606, ASC 958, and Getting Categorization Right at Intake

Boost your nonprofit's credibility and mission with proper revenue recognition. Learn more here!

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
How to Start a Nonprofit in Louisiana: 14 Steps, Costs, and Timeline [2026]

Learn everything you need to know to start a nonprofit organization in Louisiana, including creating bylaws, recruiting directors, and applying for an EIN.

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
How to Start a Nonprofit in Indiana: 11 Steps to 501(c)(3) Status [2026]

Learn everything you need to know in order to start a nonprofit in Indiana, including creating bylaws, recruiting directors, and applying for an EIN.

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
How to Start a Nonprofit in Georgia: 13-Step 2026 Guide to a Georgia 501(c)(3)

Learn everything you need to know in order to start a nonprofit organization in Georgia, including creating bylaws, recruiting directors, and applying for an EIN.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
Giving Tuesday 2026: The Complete Nonprofit Guide

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspired millions of people to celebrate generosity around the world. Find out what is it and how to make an impact.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
ChatGPT Grant Writing Support Tools: A Small Nonprofit's Practical Guide

ChatGPT can do a lot of things, and helping nonprofit grant-writers with their grant applications is one of them, and knowing the right prompts can help.

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
Start a Nonprofit in NC: Free 10-Step Guide (2026)

Learn how to start a nonprofit in North Carolina with our comprehensive guide. Follow 10 essential steps & best practices for launching your charity in NC.

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
How to Start a Nonprofit in Ohio: Complete 2026 Guide (Forms, Costs & Timeline)

Learn everything you need to know to start a nonprofit organization in Ohio, including creating bylaws, recruiting directors, and applying for an EIN.

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Fundraising ideas
Fundraising ideas
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Ideas That Actually Work (With Real Examples)

Get ahead with your fundraising goals using these 24 effective peer-to-peer fundraising ideas

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
How to Start a Nonprofit in Florida (2026): A Sequencing Guide for First-Time Founders

Learn everything you need to know in order to start a nonprofit organization in Florida, including creating bylaws, recruiting directors, and applying for an EIN.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
How to Re-Engage Lapsed Donors: The Step-Zero Workflow (Segment, Then Send) + Free Templates

Revive your nonprofit's impact with our guide to re-engaging lapsed donors! Learn why donors lapse, how to personalize your outreach, and craft compelling messages. Plus, access sample templates to kickstart your re-engagement efforts.

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Fundraising ideas
Fundraising ideas
17 Holiday Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits (2026)

Discover 17 holiday fundraising ideas for nonprofits, from holiday markets to ugly sweater contests. Run your holiday campaign 100% free with Zeffy.

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Fundraising ideas
Fundraising ideas
20+ Halloween Fundraiser Ideas for Nonprofits (2026)

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

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit Marketing Job Descriptions: 5 Free Templates (2026)

Nonprofits thrive with strong marketing strategies. Learn about the best marketing jobs for nonprofits with our guide - skills, salary, and job description.

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
What Is a 501(c) Organization? Types, Rules, and How to Choose (2026)

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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