Stories from nonprofits, tips for successful online fundraising, and inspiration from the team at Donately!

Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity and a powerful opportunity for nonprofits to raise awareness, boost donations, and engage supporters. This guide breaks down the history of Giving Tuesday, why it matters, and how your nonprofit can plan and launch a successful Giving Tuesday campaign. From setting clear goals to running multichannel campaigns and keeping momentum going after the big day, this is your step-by-step playbook for turning generosity into long-term impact.

At Donately, we understand that finding the right software is challenging. After working with thousands of organizations and causes, we have a strong sense of which tools nonprofits find the most success in. Using this firsthand experience, we’ve pulled together 15 of the top Blackbaud competitors within the nonprofit space.

Looking for a Blackbaud alternative? Explore 15 top competitors for nonprofits of all sizes—covering affordable, secure CRM and fundraising tools to fit every budget and mission.

Bring your campaigns to life with Donately’s multimedia tools. Learn how visuals—images, video, GIFs, and infographics—can boost donor engagement, improve accessibility, and strengthen your storytelling across all platforms.

Explore 20 creative school fundraising ideas for every age, season, and budget—from bake sales to virtual challenges. Perfect for schools ready to raise more in fun, engaging ways.

See how impact mapping helps nonprofits visually showcase achievements, inspire supporters, and drive donations. Learn strategies and tools to bring your impact to life.

Discover how donor stories drive deeper emotional connections and fuel fundraising success. Learn how to craft authentic narratives that inspire, build trust, and keep donors engaged—powered by Donately.

Learn how to strengthen donor relationships online with smart strategies for email, social media, virtual events, and storytelling. Build lasting connections and boost engagement in today’s digital world.

Discover the power of peer-to-peer giving with Teams fundraising. Learn how to launch fun, competitive, and community-driven campaigns that mobilize supporters, engage corporate partners, and maximize your impact—powered by Donately.

Custom donation forms are the future of nonprofit fundraising. Learn how personalization, CRM integration, mobile optimization, and tailored giving options boost donor engagement and drive sustainable support—powered by Donately.

Build a culture of philanthropy by engaging your entire team in fundraising. Learn how to lead by example, communicate impact, offer training, and celebrate contributions to drive greater support for your mission.

Storytelling is a powerful tool in fundraising—connecting emotionally, building trust, and inspiring action. Learn how to craft compelling narratives, engage donors across platforms, and turn supporters into heroes of your mission.

Choosing best-in-breed tools over all-in-one solutions gives your organization more flexibility, performance, and scalability. Learn the pros, cons, and integration tips—plus see Donately’s top picks across CRM, automation, email, and CMS.

Turn small gifts into big impact with daily giving challenges. Learn how recurring daily donations can boost engagement, build sustainable revenue, and grow your donor base—plus why Donately makes it easy to launch and manage your campaign.

Learn how to successfully integrate Salesforce NPSP with your nonprofit’s tech stack. From choosing a consultant to migrating data and training your team, this guide covers every step to ensure a smooth CRM implementation.

Curious about capital campaign feasibility studies? Learn what they are, why they matter, and how to use them to assess readiness, rally support, and launch a successful campaign.

Learn how the Barstool Fund used Donately to raise $20M+ online, support 600+ small businesses, and process a donation every 3 seconds during peak hours—all with a seamless, scalable platform.

Learn how to apply for and use Google Ad Grants to receive up to $10,000/month in free advertising for your nonprofit. Reach new donors, promote your cause, and boost online engagement.

Make your next fundraising event presentation count with these four practical tips: speak directly to your audience, keep it concise, encourage interaction, and highlight multiple ways to give.

Learn how to use nonprofit SEO strategies—like keyword research, content optimization, and mobile design—to attract more donors and boost acquisition rates.