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Published: December 2, 2025 · By Stephanie Weisinger 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 fo

Published: December 1, 2025 · By Stephanie Weisinger Nonprofits often ask whether they need to invest in both grant support and social media. Based on current research, sector reports, and philanthropic trends, the answer is clear: yes. Both pillars reinforce one another, amplify organizational visibility, and significantly improve fundraising outcomes. This article synthesizes findings from academic studies, industry surveys, and fundraising data to demonstrate why grants an

Published: November 24, 2025 · By Stephanie Weisinger About BRCAStrong BRCA Strong is a Miami-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting women before and after mastectomy surgery as they navigate breast cancer treatment, recovery, and survivorship. Their mission is to provide community, confidence, and care through resources, support programs, and empowerment initiatives. With a small, committed team and a growing community of women turning to them for guidance. The Challenge BR

Published: November 20, 2025 · By Stephanie Weisinger You could have the most incredible impact story in the world. But if you’re not sharing it regularly, it’s as good as hidden. Nonprofits thrive on relationships. Whether it’s with donors, volunteers, or community partners, those relationships are built over time. And right now, most of that time is spent online. If you only show up on social media when you’re in fundraising mode, you’re not building a relationship. You’re

Published: November 20, 2025 · By Maggie Social media can feel overwhelming for nonprofit leaders, especially when every platform seems to have its own rules, formats, and features. But understanding the different types of posts available on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn can help you use them strategically to build awareness, engage your community, and even catch the attention of potential funders. Each type of post plays a unique role, and learning how to mix them togeth

Published: November 20, 2025 · By Stephanie Weisinger 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-d

Published: November 20, 2025 · By Maggie 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

Published: November 20, 2025 · By Stephanie Weisinger 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

When Jon Reider was just three years old, his mother passed away. Her name was never spoken, and memories of her were kept hidden. As Jon grew up, he was left to make sense of his grief on his own — a silence that shaped his life. Years later, he turned that pain into purpose. He founded Myra’s Kids Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that no child has to grieve alone. What started as a personal promise became a life-changing mission — one that gives children and fa

Published: November 20, 2025 · By May Piamenta Make this your easiest and most impactful Giving Tuesday yet. Giving Tuesday is one of the biggest days of the year for nonprofits. It’s exciting, inspiring… and let’s be honest, a little overwhelming. You’re juggling fundraising, social media, donor outreach, year-end reporting, prohttps://www.vee.com/post/the-golden-window-how-nonprofits-can-increase-social-media-engagement-and-reachgramming, and everything else that keeps your