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15 Best Fundraising Software Tools for Nonprofits: Latest Comparison (2026)

A side-by-side look at what each platform is built to run, what it actually costs once fees are counted, and which nonprofits it fits.

September 2, 2026

25 Unique Fall Fundraising Ideas To Bring More Donations (2026)

25 fall fundraisers, grouped by the way each one brings in funds - so you can pick the one that fits your team, your community, and your goal.

August 31, 2026

Beyond the Anchor Event: How Nonprofits Are Diversifying Their Fundraising

How three Down syndrome organizations built fundraising calendars that don't depend on a single event, and what you can take from their experience.

August 27, 2026

The Platform Switch That Helped Fleece & Thank You Grow the Kids They Serve by Nearly 60%

August 12, 2026

How to Organize a Fundraiser Event:

How To Organize a Fundraising Event: Complete 10 Steps + Checklist

August 11, 2026

The Second Gift Is Everything: How to Turn First-Time Event Donors Into Repeat Givers

First Tee Contra Costa Left the Paper System Behind and Multiplied Fundraising By 5x

Sponsors for Events: The Package Mistakes That Could Cost You Commitments

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Best Practices: A Nonprofit Operator’s Playbook to Charity Bib Programs

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Ideas That Keep Fundraisers Motivated from Day One

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

What the Last 3 Months Before Your Spring Event Should Actually Look Like

Kramerica Gives Hits $3K Goal in First Campaign After Switching to Pledge It

February 3, 2026

How to Recruit Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers in Time for Spring Events

December 23, 2025

How to Run a Silent Auction vs. Online Raffle: Which Fundraiser Is Right For You?

November 25, 2025

Jordan Thomas Foundation Raises Record Revenue at First-Ever Gala With Pledge It

November 7, 2025

What Is a Gala Event? Your Complete Guide to Planning an Unforgettable Fundraising Gala

September 19, 2025

AVOL Kentucky More Than Doubles Fundraising Revenue With Intuitive Platform and Strong Peer-to-Peer Tools

September 15, 2025

From Tee-Off to Thank-Yous: How to Organize a Golf Tournament Fundraiser That Delivers

August 29, 2025

Avoid These Mistakes: Smart Strategies for P2P Fundraising

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

August 21, 2025

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Rethinking Donor Stewardship: Why Events Deserve Bigger Consideration in Your Planning

RMHC of Oregon & SW Washington Exceeds 2025 Goals With Pledge It’s Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Tools

20 Event Fundraiser Ideas for Nonprofits That Will Keep Supporters Engaged Year-Round

7 Fundraising Ideas for LGBTQ+ Nonprofits to Celebrate Pride Month and Beyond

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Why Your Nonprofit Should Establish a Recurring Giving Program

February 19, 2025

Interview with a Pledge It Buddy Walk Customer

January 31, 2025

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Why Usability and User-Friendliness Improve Results in Fundraising Software

January 27, 2025

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5 Tips for Optimizing Your Donation Form

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

September 23, 2024

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3 Fundraising Solutions for a Successful Giving Tuesday

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

September 13, 2024

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6 Tips for a Successful Silent Auction

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

Inside Pledge It

A diverse group of Pledge It team members posing together for a picture at the forum.

Insights from the 2024 Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

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How to Recruit (and Retain) Team Captains

Caitlyn Schuchhardt

First Tee Idaho signage overlooking a beautiful golf course at sunset.

First Tee Idaho’s 100 Hole Hike Triples Their Fundraising Goal

October 11, 2022

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How to Run a Successful Golf Marathon Fundraiser

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Golf-A-Thon Raises Over $165,000 for Regional Nonprofit

January 19, 2021

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Virtual Fitness Challenge Saves Uplifting Athletes

December 7, 2020