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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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Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of using Salesforce for nonprofits and discover Zeffy, the best free alternative for managing donors.

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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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Find a reliable payment gateway for your nonprofit in 2025 with this list of the top 8 options, including free and paid solutions for easy online donations.

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Explore 37 best free software and tools for your nonprofit. From fundraising campaign management to productivity, explore our top free picks.

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Here are the best online fundraising platforms (with a 100% free option) that will help you raise money for your nonprofit organization or charity.

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Discover our list of innovative fundraising ideas to raise more money. Explore unique and easy ideas for every organization.

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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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Discover the true costs of starting a nonprofit in 2025. From legal fees to fundraising expenses, learn what to expect and grab a free budgeting template.

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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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Discover customizable free raffle ticket templates designed for your fundraising success. Easy steps to create and print your tickets.

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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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Reviews of Zeffy: compare the pros and cons of Zeffy with real user opinions. Learn what nonprofits think and make an informed decision.

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Learn how to write the best thank you letters for donations to your supporters with these 16 free templates and top tips.

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Learn what Form 990 is and how to file it with this step-by-step guide for tax-exempt organizations to meet federal requirements.

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Learn how to choose a corporation structure, apply for an EIN, and register for charitable fundraising — and how you can do it all for free with Zeffy.

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Wondering how much it costs to start a nonprofit? Learn how to get up and running for free with our top tips, tools, and resources.

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Want to bring more funds to your cause for free? Discover how to accept online donations in 7 steps, plus learn from our top tips and best tools.

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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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Learn how to set up donations on Twitch in 2025. Follow this simple guide to start fundraising and receiving support from your viewers during live streams.

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