Blog Posts
The Ultimate Guide to Converting Event Donors to Reliable Monthly Givers
Posted on May 26, 2023
Event fundraising is crucial to nonprofits. And converting event donors into reliable monthly donors is an important goal for any nonprofit, as it helps sustain operations and provides a more predictable revenue stream.
Understanding Donor Segmentation to Maximize Fundraising Efforts
Posted on May 25, 2023
When it comes to communicating with donors for nonprofit fundraising, it is not enough to just send the same messages and fundraising approaches to everyone in your database. You must create categories and groups among your total universe of donors to maximize fundraising efforts.
Five Tips for a More successful Charity/Non-profit Auction
Posted on Apr 12, 2023
Auctions are fun and can often bring not only new money into your organization, but also new donors and supporters. Auctions are a proven method for nonprofit fundraising.
Improving Donor Retention in 2023 is Job One for Nonprofits
Posted on Apr 10, 2023
Nonprofits with a high donor retention rate have long-term supporters who return year after year. Nonprofits with low donor retention rates must continually acquire new donors or more significant gifts to keep up.
Top 5 Ways to Diversify Your Nonprofit’s Fundraising Strategy
Posted on Feb 07, 2023
If the last few years has taught us anything, it is to be resilient in the face of unexpected changes to the economy and society. It is never truer than for non-profits. Not only did many NPOs suffer funding shortfalls during the pandemic as many fundraising ideas and events got put on hold, but the pandemic followed a change in the tax laws that has crimped charitable giving for many people.
Father's Day Fundraising Ideas: Doing Good for Dad
Posted on Jun 15, 2022
Can you imagine if some of Father's Day's spending was directed toward nonprofits? There are many options for your nonprofit to expand its coffers this year. We have engaging ideas to get started on your Father's Day fundraising
Ten Summertime Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits
Posted on May 24, 2022
Everyone here at iConnectX is excited for summer, with outdoor activities, parties, and grilling. Why not leverage the joys of summer for fundraising? So, grab hold of summer anticipation and start planning those fundraisers.
How to Organize a Successful Golf Outing Fundraiser: An Eight-Step Guide
Posted on May 06, 2022
Golf tournament fundraisers are an excellent way for nonprofits to raise money. According to Phil Immordino of Tee Times Magazine, over 1 million golf outings occur in the US each year, with the average event raising $5,000 net.
Top Digital Fundraising Strategies
Posted on Apr 22, 2022
Nonprofit fundraising often involves many events and campaigns that have no connection. However, digital fundraising has become a lifeline in the last two years.
Mother's Day Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits
Posted on Apr 22, 2022
Mother's Day is less than a month away. The holiday offers opportunities for nonprofits to raise money and celebrate the mothers in their lives. Read on to learn about five engaging fundraising ideas for Mother’s Day.
Understanding Donor Segmentation to Maximize Fundraising Efforts
Posted on May 25, 2023
When it comes to communicating with donors for nonprofit fundraising, it is not enough to just send the same messages and fundraising approaches to everyone in your database. You must create categories and groups among your total universe of donors to maximize fundraising efforts.
Ten Tips: How to Engage Donors After the Giving Season
Posted on Mar 02, 2022
Year-end, or what's known as the giving season, is the time when a nonprofit attracts maximum donors. From Giving Tuesday to the end of the year, people are generous with charitable donations. However, you miss an opportunity if you do not have a strategy to convert these donors to long-term donors.
10 Simple Steps to Take Your Auction Online
Posted on Feb 14, 2022
The fundraising sphere is changing -- auctions, the traditional cornerstone for fundraising, are now often held online. If your organization is looking for a new fundraising approach or transitioning to online events, virtual auctions and fundraisers are a simple alternative to conventional in-person events.
Creating Mutually Beneficial Relationships: Ten Tips for Nonprofits
Posted on Jan 19, 2022
When businesses and nonprofits partner together for a cause, effective change happens. Sometimes nonprofit managers overlook connecting with companies, yet it is probably the most vital connection to make.
How to Succeed in Business When No One Can Pronounce Your Name
Posted on Nov 08, 2019
Varchasvi Shankar is President and CEO of iConnectX, as well as an IT entrepreneur who has built V2Soft into a multi-million-dollar, global operation serving Fortune 500 companies. He grew up in Mysore in the state of Karnataka, India.
Coaching vs Mentoring - What is the Difference
Posted on Sep 09, 2019
Coaching and mentoring are often used and interpreted interchangeably, especially in business contexts. However, there exists a difference between the two. It is important to note and be aware of this difference in order to enable organizations and individuals to rightly choose between the two. Depending on a case to case basis, effective decision making can be highly beneficial in employing a more effective strategy for personal or professional development.
Giving Back Has Never Been Easier!
Posted on Sep 09, 2019
Randy Lewis, the author of ‘No Greatness Without Goodness,’ states that all people, including companies, have the duty to make the world a better place. He began a movement that pushed Walgreens to hire differently abled people.
The Importance of Mentor
Posted on Sep 09, 2019
""A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you.""-Bob Proctor Mentoring is when an individual shares his experience, skills, and knowledge to guide another to shape his future.
How to Become an Effective Philanthropist and Do Your Part for a Better World
Posted on Jun 19, 2019
Philanthropy is any act that is performed for the betterment of humanity. Philanthropy is derived from “Philos” which means loving and “Anthropos” meaning humankind. Acts of philanthropy are not done with the motive of generating a profit. Philanthropic giving is on a steady rise as donors across various demographics show an increased interest in various issues such as environmental, medical research, etc.
3 Ways Executives Efficiently Use Their Time for Mentoring
Posted on Sep 10, 2018
Most executives have a desire to mentor. It helps encourage growth within their own organizations, and it gives them a sense of fulfillment – putting their hard-won skills and talents to good use. But mentoring is also time-consuming, and often, if the mentee isn’t fully engaged – or just the right fit for the mentor in the first place – it can mean even more lost time. And that’s just not something most executives are willing to risk.
Creating Mutually Beneficial Relationships: Ten Tips for Nonprofits
Posted on Jan 19, 2022
When businesses and nonprofits partner together for a cause, effective change happens. Sometimes nonprofit managers overlook connecting with companies, yet it is probably the most vital connection to make.
Ideas for Empowering Your Volunteers to Make the Most of Holiday Fundraising
Posted on Dec 11, 2019
As a nonprofit fundraiser, you know that the period between Thanksgiving and New Year is one of the most important times to fundraise. After all, 30 percent of all donations are made in the month of December. And you’re likely feeling the pressure to meet your yearly fundraising goal… or raise a good chunk of your operating budget for the coming year.
How to be a Subject Matter Expert in your Favorite Cause
Posted on Dec 11, 2019
It’s wonderful to be passionate about a cause. It’s good for you and for the world. Since you are giving-minded, we at iConnectX want to plant a seed. There’s another level of commitment and awareness that’s good for you, for the world, and your career. It’s a commitment to immerse yourself in understanding your cause—the root challenges, overarching trends, and variety of approaches charities take to create social change.
How do you Ask Someone to be Your Mentor?
Posted on Jul 02, 2019
“A lot of people put pressure on themselves and think it will be way too hard for them to live out their dreams. Mentors are there to say, “Look it’s not that tough. It’s not as hard as you think. Here are some guidelines and things I have gone through to get to where I am in my career.”- Joe Jonas
The Value of Mentors: Learn From Mistakes, Without Making Them Yourself
Posted on Jul 19, 2018
We all make mistakes – that’s undeniable. It’s hard sometimes, but it’s also what allows us to learn, grow and improve ourselves – both personally and professionally. But what if you could get those same benefits, without suffering the consequences and frustrations those mistakes come with? What if you could learn from your mistakes…without actually making them in the first place?
Why Corporate Mentoring Programs are Not Enough
Posted on Jun 21, 2018
Why Corporate Mentoring Programs are Not Enough Lots of corporations have in-house mentoring programs, and while the idea behind them is honorable, in the long run, they’re more beneficial for the organization than the actual individuals being mentored.
Got Goals? 4 Ways A Mentor Can Help You Reach Them
Posted on Jun 15, 2018
Don’t have a mentor? You need one. And fast. Mentors are invaluable. No matter your position, industry or career trajectory, they’re often the missing link between you and your goals. The last rung on the ladder to penultimate success.
Networking Challenges All Professionals Face
Posted on May 18, 2018
Networking is vital to long-term career success. After all, how can you find bigger, better jobs, learn new skills or gain unique perspectives if you never venture outside that same, familiar bubble of colleagues and coworkers you’ve always had?