Crowdfunding can be an overwhelming process. Picking a platform, learning how it works and even amplifying reach all seem like pretty daunting tasks, but they don’t have to be. At Make Giving Happen, digital giving is our specialty. We work … Read More
Crowdfunding
Are you prepared for #GivingTuesday 2019?
December 3rd is approaching fast. If you’re reading this blog, you’re probably pretty familiar with #GivingTuesday: a global day of giving, which follows Black Friday and Cyber Monday – and might be looking for some tips that will help you made the most … Read More
5 Reasons to Have Make Giving Happen in Your Fundraising Toolbox
With all the tools, services and solutions available in the giving space, we often get questions from prospective clients about why they need MGH especially when they already have software to manage their fundraising operations. This guide breaks out the 5 most … Read More
How to Market a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign
When it comes to making your first venture into crowdfunding, it’s common to feel overwhelmed. Deciding which platform to use and which of your campaigns you would like to feature are difficult decisions which may involve many stakeholders. Many first-time users may completely overlook … Read More
Combining Crowdfunding and Traditional Fundraising.
There’s been a lot of discussion surrounding crowdfunding vs traditional fundraising: which is best and why you should use one over another. You may be hearing that you should add crowdfunding to your fundraising methods. However, if you are new to crowdfunding you might be unsure of where to begin, or … Read More
Want to take advantage of Giving Tuesday? Here’s How
After consumers shop on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday purpose was to be the “Opening day of the Giving season.” Taking place November 27th but before the holidays! Giving Tuesday gives you the chance to get donors to participate before … Read More
Why Social Media Login is Important
At Make Giving Happen we have a new feature that we are really excited about. We now have a social media login added to our platform! Why is social login important? Have you heard of password fatigue? We’re sure you … Read More
What is crowdfunding? A Beginner’s Guide.
What is crowdfunding, anyway? We’re all familiar with traditional fundraising. It comes in myriad forms: from humble bake sales, to sponsorship programs, to subscription programs, to dinners and giant galas. Throughout the years, traditional fundraising has been a lifeline for … Read More
4 Simple Steps to Launching a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign.
Crowdfunding has exploded in popularity and can be successful regardless of what industry you’re in (including nonprofit). Resourceful entrepreneurs have learned that relying exclusively on traditional fundraising means ignoring a potentially massive income stream. Thanks to the power of social … Read More
Crowdfunding Scams
Crowdfunding is great tactic to generate revenue and awareness. But like much in this world, there are people that want to exploit people’s generosity and interest. Since crowdfunding is built around trust, it gives fraudsters the opportunity to take advantage of … Read More