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Do I Really Need a Fundraising Coach? (Spoiler: Yes, You Do. And Here’s Why..)

By Spark Point / November 19, 2025

Fundraising isn’t for the faint of heart. You’re balancing donor meetings, grant deadlines, event planning, and everything else that comes with running a nonprofit. Somewhere in the whirlwind, you’ve probably thought: “A fundraising coach sounds nice, but… isn’t this what I’m supposed to already know how to do?” That’s a common (and fair!) thought. But…

Annual Giving in 2025: No More Low-Hanging Fruit. Time to Get Strategic.

By Spark Point / November 18, 2025

The 2025 fundraising landscape is crowded, competitive, and moving fast. Donors are receiving more appeals than ever, and generic messages or last-minute scrambles are not cutting it anymore. If your annual giving plan still looks like “mid-year appeal, Giving Tuesday, December push,” you are already behind. The game has changed, and your strategy needs to…

Turning Passion Into Action: How to Be the Best Board Member on the Team

By Spark Point / September 17, 2025

Joining a nonprofit board is more than attending meetings or lending your name. You are a key part of the organization’s success. Your network, influence, and engagement directly impact its ability to grow and serve its mission. The good news? You don’t need to become a professional fundraiser. But you do need to be an…

Newsletter | June 2025

By Spark Point / June 24, 2025

Discover Your Fundraising Superpower  Smarter strategies. Stronger donors. Less stress. Take the quiz, read the guide, and join our free webinar.  The Smart Stretch: Doing More with Less in Nonprofit Fundraising Summer’s here, and while many inboxes go quiet, savvy fundraisers know: this is the time to gear up. Q3 is around the corner, and…

February 2025 Newsletter

By Spark Point / February 25, 2025

Celebrating Some of Our Favorite Black Creative VoicesOur Team’s Favorite Books, Shows & Movies!  Black History Month is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on brilliant Black creators who inspire, entertain, and move us with their stories. We asked the Spark Point team to share their favorite books, shows, and movies by Black authors,…

January 2025 Newsletter– Start 2025 Strong: Insights, Action, and Fun!

By Spark Point / January 23, 2025

Welcome to 2025! While the phrase “new year, new you” is inspiring, we believe in celebrating the work and growth you’ve already achieved — and reducing the chaos. This year, let’s focus on intention-setting, because let’s be honest, it may be a New Year, but you’re the same fabulous you! We’ve Got You! Resources for…

October & November 2024 Newsletter

By Spark Point / November 20, 2024

Hi friend! As busy grant submission months approach, it’s the perfect time to set yourself up for success.  Researching funders who share your mission, organizing deadlines in a grants calendar, and setting phased goals can make a big difference in streamlining the application process When budgeting, ensure every program expense aligns with grant requirements, including indirect…

Sustainably Secure Grants: A Nonprofit’s Guide for Harnessing Funding Support – eBook

By Spark Point / August 27, 2024

In your pursuit of change, you have a lot of to-dos. Among them may be to apply for a grant (or several). Maybe you’ve never done this before and don’t know where to start. Or you need a refresher and some new ideas to make an impact. No matter where you are in your grant-seeking…

Thrive With Restricted Funding: How to Diversify Your Nonprofit’s Revenue

By Spark Point / August 18, 2023

Securing funding has never been more challenging. In the aftermath of the pandemic, donor funds have dwindled, expenses continue to rise, and demands on your organization are relentless. It’s more important than ever to diversify your funding streams and maximize your potential revenue sources.  The question is how? Rethink your restricted funding strategy. It’s more…

Raise More Money Sustainably: Align Your Fundraising Strategy to Your Nonprofit’s Mission

By Whitney Brimfield / June 14, 2023

For sustainable funding your fundraising strategy has to align with your nonprofit’s mission. Learn the signs of mission creep & how to find the right donors.