I've really been struggling with what to say in response to the unrest gripping our nation and the world. I haven't personally experienced the injustice that is being protested, and I recognize that's because I come from a place of privilege. I didn't want to fumble this issue and come [...]
Nonprofit organizations require a number of software solutions to raise funds, host events (both in-person and virtual), and keep operations running smoothly. Each software solution you invest in has a slightly different purpose at your organization and accomplish a different aspect of your nonprofit strategic plan. Identifying the primary software [...]
Fundraising is the backbone of nonprofit operations. It’s how you generate the revenue you need to keep the doors open and to fund your programming. Fundraising software is designed to help your organization stay organized and make raising money easier. Choosing a provider can be challenging though—especially when you’re [...]
Microsoft Office doesn’t need to represent the beginning and end of your nonprofit’s tech stack. With so many software options out there, your opportunities for customizing your organization’s toolbox are virtually endless. No matter the needs your nonprofit develops, whether it has to do with checking your fundraising progress, marketing [...]
We're proud to announce that Bloomerang will soon double the size of its current headquarters through the purchase of an adjacent 13,299 square-foot building on historic Fort Benjamin Harrison. Our expanded headquarters will anchor the surrounding Fort Ben Tech Campus, now home to more than 27 technology firms within a [...]
There’s been some excellent talk recently in the nonprofit community about how difficult it can be for some nonprofits to gain access to credit card information. Many companies use the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI-DSS) as a barrier to allowing organizations to make changes to how collected credit [...]
We are pleased to announce the addition of a leading nonprofit consultant to the Bloomerang team! Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE has joined Bloomerang as Fundraising Coach, bringing over 30 years of development expertise to the Bloomerang community. As our official Fundraising Coach, Claire will be providing regular advice and guidance exclusively to [...]
How should we be thanking supporters? Should we thank donors for their gift, for the difference they have made or for being the kind of person they are or would like to be? And should a thank-you be designed differently for donors at different stages in their relationship? Do certain [...]
When done correctly, a SWOT Analysis can be a powerful tool in your nonprofit’s strategic toolbox, but what exactly is it? A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool that dives into your organization’s internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats. The elements of your SWOT (if done [...]
Looking to up your fundraising game in 2018? Early-bird registration is now open for BloomCon, a unique conference for nonprofit fundraisers, consultants and Bloomerang users. This year, Adrian Sargeant, Claire Axelrad, Kivi Leroux Miller and Kent Stroman will share the latest research and best practices that will help you unlock [...]
Bloomerang has been named to the Best Value Shortlist section of the 2017 Consumers Guide to Donor Management Systems from NTEN and Idealware. […]
We are delighted to announce that Bloomerang has become SOFII’s newest business partner! […]