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Why December Matters: The Year End Giving Surge
As the year comes to a close, nonprofits enter the most crucial fundraising period of the entire calendar. December alone accounts for a significant portion of annual giving across the sector. Nearly one third of all yearly donations typically arrive during this month, and a large percentage of that comes in the final week. Many organizations depend on this window to meet budgets, secure program funding, and set the tone for the year ahead. Donors feel more generous during th
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Feedback That Works: How to Nail Your Nonprofit’s Social Media Style Faster
You’re juggling donors, board reports, program updates, and maybe three different calendars. When it’s finally time to review your next batch of social media content, the last thing you want is a back-and-forth that eats up another afternoon. We get it. You’re not here to play email tag. You’re here to move your mission forward. So let’s make this easy. Giving feedback on social media posts shouldn’t feel like another to-do. But when it’s too vague or too brief, we risk missi
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Putting Survivors First: A Conversation with Disaster Aid USA’s Larry Agee
When disaster strikes, the first thing people need isn’t just supplies—it’s hope. Few people understand that better than Larry Agee, co-founder and Executive Director of Disaster Aid USA (DAUSA) . A veteran with more than 80 disaster missions under his belt, Larry has spent the last 15 years leading relief efforts across the U.S. and abroad. From Service to Survivors Larry’s path to disaster relief began after serving in the U.S. Army. “When Katrina hit, I discovered I had a
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Tapping into Community-Funded Safety Nets After Public Budget Cuts
Public funding has long served as the backbone for essential social services. But as many nonprofits know firsthand, budget cuts at the federal, state, and local levels can leave entire communities without reliable support systems . When those gaps emerge, the responsibility often falls on nonprofits to step in, stretch limited resources, and find innovative ways to keep their missions alive. In recent years, a growing solution has been the rise of community-funded safety net
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Why Verifying Your Information Is the Key to Getting the Most Out of Grant AI
At Vee, we created Grant , your AI-powered teammate, to take the stress out of grant writing. He can find opportunities, draft proposals, and streamline your process—but there’s one crucial step that ensures everything moves forward smoothly: verification. Why Verification Matters Before Grant writes your application, he needs to confirm details like: Your most up-to-date budget Any recent changes in your organization Access credentials or passwords required by the grant port
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Bring Your Own Grant: Turn Every Opportunity Into Funding
Every nonprofit leader knows the feeling. You stumble upon a grant that feels perfect for your mission. The funding aligns, the deadline is close but doable, and for a moment, excitement bubbles up. But then reality hits: no time to write it, no capacity to research it, and no bandwidth to start from scratch. At Vee, we have heard that story countless times. And we built Bring Your Own Grant (BYOG) to change it. BYOG empowers your team to take control of every opportunity, ev
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A Decade of Strength: Honoring BRCA Strong’s Impact and Our Shared Commitment
At Vee.com , we believe some of the most powerful movements are born from lived experience and fueled by compassion. This month, we were deeply honored to serve as a sponsor at BRCAStrong’s “A Decade of Strength Gala”, a milestone event that celebrated ten years of courage, community, and unwavering support for those impacted by breast and gynecologic cancers. A Mission Rooted in Care and Advocacy BRCAStrong was founded with a clear purpose: to ensure that no woman or individ
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What To Do If You See the “Provide Info” Button
When you’ve found the perfect funding opportunity and approved the match in Vee, your grant moves from Matches for Review to the Grants in Progress section, and you’re ready for Grant to start writing your application. But sometimes, there’s a small red flag that pops up: the “Provide Info” button. Don’t worry, not everyone sees this step, and if you do, it’s simple to complete. This blog will walk you through exactly what it means and how to handle it so your application k
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10 Social Media Content Ideas Nonprofits Can Use All Year Long (Without Burning Out)
Social media can feel like a full-time job for nonprofit teams who are already wearing a dozen hats. Between fundraising, programs, reporting, and daily operations, consistently showing up online can feel overwhelming. But here’s the truth: social media doesn’t have to drain your time or creativity. With the right strategy and a few evergreen ideas, your nonprofit can stay active, grow engagement, and strengthen your community presence all year long—without burning out. Here
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Dinah x Vee: Using AI to Uplift Voices and Drive Awareness
October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month — a time to amplify the voices of survivors, advocate for change, and remind our communities that healing begins with safety, compassion, and support. This month, we’re honoured to spotlight one of our inspiring partners, Dinah Philly , a Jewish organization based in Philadelphia that provides confidential, culturally sensitive support to survivors of domestic abuse. We spoke with Rachel Yakobashvili , Director of Programs and
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