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Guide to Planning a Memorable High School Reunion

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Zo

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March 18, 2025

Learn how to plan a high school reunion with this step-by-step guide on budgeting, venue selection, promotion, RSVPs, and post-event engagement.

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2X fundraising impact with auto-updating matching challenges

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Aparna

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March 17, 2025

Drive better fundraising outcomes with new auto-matching gifts and challenges! Automatically update matching gift thermometers, create dynamic fundraising challenges, and streamline your campaign management—no manual tracking needed.

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How to Turn Dormant Alumni into Career Mentors and Network Catalysts

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Manasa

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March 13, 2025

Take a moment to consider what untapped potential lies in your dormant alumni list and what a balanced approach of technology and human interaction can unlock

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Understanding the Role of Branding in Nonprofit Fundraising

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Joshua

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March 13, 2025

Your nonprofit’s brand is a key tool for building donor trust and engaging your community in your fundraising efforts. Learn more in this quick guide.

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Almabase vs GiveCampus: What is the right tool for you?

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Zo

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February 28, 2025

We're comparing Almabase vs GiveCampus to provide you with all the angles you need to figure out which solution fits your team the best.

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10 great peer-to-peer fundraising platforms for 2025

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Zo

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February 21, 2025

Discover 10 of the best peer-to-peer fundraising platforms for schools & higher ed, plus tips to choose the best one for your institution's needs.

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Key focus areas for fundraising in 2025

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Zo

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January 29, 2025

2024 was an interesting year for fundraising professionals. We go over some of the key learnings from last year to figure out key focus areas for 2025.

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Maximize your fundraising impact with Blackbaud’s Complete Cover ✨

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Sushmitha

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January 28, 2025

Maximize your fundraising impact by keeping 100% of donations with Blackbaud Complete Cover. Learn how Almabase helps institutions save on transaction fees and reinvest in their mission.

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Simplifying On-Site Registrations and Payments with POS Machines

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Sushmitha

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December 4, 2024

Point of Sale (POS) devices are now supported in Almabase to streamline on-site payment collection for event registrations. This feature enhances efficiency by enabling secure and fast payments directly through card readers, reducing manual input and improving the experience for both admins and attendees.

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Breaking silos and boosting impact: Almabase announces native integration with Blackbaud CRM

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Sushmitha

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December 3, 2024

Almabase offers the industry's best native integration with Blackbaud CRM, ensuring seamless event and gift data sync with flexible rules, real-time updates, and automated data mapping—saving you countless hours.

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Key Alumni Giving Trends for 2024 Year-End Giving Season

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Zo

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November 26, 2024

As we approach the tail-end of 2024, we'd like to take you through some of these key trends for your year-end giving season plans and long-term plans in 2025.

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Building a Community Around Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Efforts

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Ann

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November 19, 2024

Building a community around your peer-to-peer fundraising efforts supports engagement and retention. Use these tips to engage participants on a deeper level.