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Webinars
Webinars
Webinar - How to leverage ChatGPT for your nonprofit

If you're interested in learning how to leverage the power of AI–aka ChatGPT–to boost your nonprofit's impact, then you won't want to miss our webinar!

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Webinars
Webinars
Webinar - Hosting a peer-to-peer fundraising campaign on Zeffy.

From peer to peer fundraising tips to how to host a peer-to-peer fundraising campaign on Zeffy, this webinar is your guide to peer to peer fundraising.

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Nonprofit life
Nonprofit life
Beasts Unite: The Story of a Dinosaur and a Goldfish Who Fought for Animal Rights

ChatGPT can help nonprofits engage with donors and even write content—such as a short story about a dinosaur and a goldfish who create a new nonprofit.

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Nonprofit life
Nonprofit life
Everyone’s talking about ChatGPT—nonprofits included.

What is ChatGPT and should nonprofits care? ChatGPT can help nonprofits brainstorm, write emails, plan fundraising events and more. Just check its work.

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Nonprofit life
Nonprofit life
Movies that are all about the nonprofit life.

#nonprofitlife movies are hard to find. Animal rights. Environment. Zeffy—there are 0 about our 100% free fundraising platform. Instead: 8 nonprofit films-ish.

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How to start a nonprofit
How to start a nonprofit
How to build a nonprofit organization from the ground up.

How #YesSheCanCampaign Founder Zaniya Lewis built a nonprofit organization from the ground up.

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Company news
Company news
Zeffy Joins Global Movement of Over 5,000 Certified B Corporations™

B Lab™ certifies Zeffy as a business with positive social, and environmental impact.

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Company news
Company news
Simplyk rebrands to Zeffy and expands to the United States

Simplyk, North America’s first 100% free fundraising platform, today announced a rebrand to Zeffy as the company expands to the United States.

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Company news
Company news
FAQ - Simplyk changes name to Zeffy 

Simplyk reveals its new identity: Zeffy. Here’s why we decided to change the name of the company.

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Webinars
Webinars
Webinar - Animal Charities Share Best Practices for Online Fundraising

Watch our latest on-demand webinar to learn about online fundraising best practices for animal charities.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
A Guide to Recruiting Volunteers for your Nonprofit

Whether your nonprofit organization is looking to streamline its volunteer network, bring on new volunteers, or is simply weighing the pros and cons of volunteer versus paid staff, this guide will help you discover the best practices to follow when implementing a volunteer strategy.

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Tips & best practices
Tips & best practices
10 New Tips for your Next Fundraising Campaign

We’ve compiled 10 tips for fundraising campaigns that you may not of heard before, and we’ll dive deeper than what you find in your usual internet search.

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Raffle laws
Raffle laws
A Nonprofit's Guide to Canada Raffle Laws (2026)

Discover everything you need to know about Canadian raffle laws, including licensing requirements and how to organize a successful raffle across all provinces.

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Raffle laws
Raffle laws
Arizona Raffle Laws: Rules, Penalties & Compliance Guide [2026]

Learn about Arizona raffle laws and rules for nonprofits. Get to know which raffles are legal in Arizona, which organizations are eligible, and how to avoid fines.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
Major Donor Fundraising: Why Involving Donors Beats the VIP Treatment

Cultivate donors who can make substantial gifts to fuel your nonprofit's growth. Learn 9 major donor strategies to identify, engage, and secure contributions.

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Raffle laws
Raffle laws
Delaware Raffle Laws for Nonprofits (2026)

Learn about raffle laws in Delaware and tips to run a legal raffle for nonprofits. Explore who is eligible to run a raffle in Delaware and how to stay compliant.

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Templates
Templates
Free Silent Auction Bid Sheet Template (Printable)

Host a successful nonprofit silent auction with our free printable bid sheet template. Learn tips, best practices, and get started with a free download.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit Succession Planning for Small Orgs: Build a Continuity Binder Before You Burn Out

If your small NPO depends on you, what happens if you burn out or get sick? This no-fluff nonprofit succession planning guide shows how to protect your mission.

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Nonprofit life
Nonprofit life
Why Do People Donate to Charity? 7 Real Motivations (2026)

Learn why people donate to charity and how nonprofits can cultivate meaningful relationships with donors through shared values, motivations, and beliefs in 2025.

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Nonprofit guides
Nonprofit guides
What Is Donor-Centric Fundraising? Definition, Research, and How a Small Team Actually Runs It

Turn one-time donors into longtime supporters with proven donor-centric strategies. Get practical tips and examples that work for small to mid-sized nonprofits.

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Nonprofit software
Nonprofit software
Flipcause Reviews 2026: Bankruptcy & What to Do Now

Learn about Flipcause with honest feedback from real users. Explore pros, cons, pricing, and Flipcause reviews to help you make a strategic decision for your nonprofit.

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Nonprofit life
Nonprofit life
20 Best Nonprofit Podcasts in 2026

Check out these 20 podcast channels packed with actionable tips on fundraising, leadership, and growth to achieve your nonprofit’s mission in 2025.

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