With individual gifts adding up to 66% of all giving in the U.S., we get a lot of questions about how to reach them. Here are our answers!

Candid is now on Claude! We’ve partnered with Anthropic on Claude for Nonprofits to help nonprofits work more efficiently through AI. Learn more: lnkd.in/e-hbM99M

What month do you raise the most money for your nonprofit? According to M+R Benchmarks, the average nonprofit raises 40% of their online revenue in December.

We all know how important year-end giving is for nonprofits. These five tips can help your nonprofit build excitement on social media before you make your ask.

How much do you think nonprofits will receive this GivingTuesday? Last year, nonprofits received over $3.6 billion in donations on GivingTuesday. That's a 16% increase from 2023! Data from @givingtuesday.bsky.social.

Join our team! Open positions: -Senior Product Designer -Senior Product Manager -Data Services Analyst Most positions are flexible, with options for remote or hybrid work. Compensation and benefits information are found within each job description. Learn more: candid.org/careers

With the right shifts in fundraising practices, nonprofits could unlock an estimated $52 billion more in charitable giving each year! Woodrow Rosenbaum, CDO of @givingtuesday.bsky.social, shares data and insights that help help you tap into new funding this GivingTuesday.

What do government grant-funded nonprofits do? Spoiler alert: they provide essential services to communities, just like yours. Learn more about what kinds of nonprofits rely on government grants and are most affected by federal funding decisions.

Donors are looking through Candid profiles to find nonprofits they can trust for GivingTuesday. Make sure your nonprofit is ready! Claim your profile today: https://candid.org/claim-nonprofit-profile/

It’s easier to work together when our data is organized the same way. That’s why we’ve made our classification system (how we describe who is served and what’s funded) open to everyone. Shane Ward, VP of Data at Candid, shares why this matters and what we're doing to make it better.

According to GivingPulse, 47% of donors say they don’t remember being asked to give from October to December, and 9% said they definitely would have donated if they’d been asked. That’s wild given that 31% of all giving comes in the last three months of the year.

Does your nonprofit actively encourage DAF donations on GivingTuesday? Get expert tips for how you can tap into more DAF giving on this day of giving to support your fundraising 👇

What if nonprofit mergers weren’t a last resort, but a strategic first choice for organizations? Leaders of Girl Rising and She's the First share why nonprofit mergers can unlock a lot of benefits.

42 million people in the U.S. are facing a loss or delay in access to food assistance, leaving food aid nonprofits to fill the gap. Can they make up for the loss of SNAP benefits? Let's look at the data.

GivingTuesday isn’t just about donating money. Donors love to express their generosity in multiple ways. Explore other myths about this giving day from the team at @givingtuesday.bsky.social: candid.org/blogs/3-givi...

What advice would you give to a nonprofit who is struggling to retain funders? Here are our favorite tips for building long-term relationships with foundations.

Working on the front lines of a nonprofit is tough, especially right now. And it can lead to higher burnout and low staff retention. Here is what we know frontline nonprofit workers are facing (and why it matters).

How did you end up in the nonprofit sector? We asked our audience on social media, and this is what they shared! Add your story to the comments.

Donors are harder to find and keep. But these collaborative groups are helping nonprofits thrive. Here's what you need to know about giving circles. Explore the data behind why now is the moment to find or start your own giving circle.

We all know that authentic stories show impact and build trust. But we need to acknowledge the invisible costs behind those stories. Learn how nonprofits can create a process that compensates and acknowledges the people who are sharing their stories: candid.org/blogs/hidden...

Do you trust AI? While nearly all Americans have seen or heard information about artificial intelligence (AI), trust in AI remains low Here are five data points you need to know and what that means for your nonprofit.

Before you watch, share your guess in the comments! In October, do Americans spend more on Halloween or on donations to nonprofits?

Most people don’t realize they benefit from nonprofits every day. So, what kinds of stories do you think nonprofits should tell to strengthen trust and understanding? Here are 5 tips to make your storytelling more compelling.

Hands up if your nonprofit has a Candid Seal of Transparency! There are almost 115,000 of you who are making your nonprofit work more visible. Learn more about earning a Seal of Transparency: https://candid.org/blogs/study-confirms-nonprofit-transparency-candid-seals-boost-donor-contributions/

Instead of worrying whether AI will replace humans, we should think about how AI and humans work together to benefit nonprofits. Learn how the human element determines whether AI helps us achieve our missions: https://candid.org/blogs/navigating-nonprofit-ai-adoption-at-human-operating-system-pace/

It's the perfect funder: missions align, you fit the criteria, but they don't accept unsolicited requests for funds. Is that the end? Nope! Grace Sato, director of research at Candid, shares what we learned about unsolicited requests when we surveyed foundations.

What advice would you give to a nonprofit that needs to recruit and retain more volunteers? Many nonprofits couldn't continue the impactful work they do without volunteers. These tips can help: https://candid.org/blogs/proven-strategies-engaging-retaining-volunteers/

Remember when we were all told to drop everything and learn about blockchains? Or the metaverse? Generative AI is having that moment, so here is what you need to know right now. Here is what your nonprofit needs to know about adopting AI today.

If you want to make an impact on your community, you need to trust the people who are closest to the problem. Idana Goldberg of the Russell Berrie Foundation shares how they identify and support community changemakers: candid.org/blogs/what-s...

Did grantmakers change their giving strategies following the election? Here is what funders have told us regarding the election.

Nonprofits have to write dozens of reports for funders to show the effectiveness of their work. Should foundations do the same for their own work? Learn how the Bush Foundation is doing this: https://candid.org/blogs/why-bush-foundation-publicly-shares-its-grantmaking-performance-scorecard/

Project? Check. Budget? Check. Now you just need a funder. But how much money you should ask for depends on a few factors. Learn how mission alignment, your relationship with the funder, and their grantmaking history can determine how much to request in your next proposal.

Before you apply for that grant, make sure it fits your needs. Get even more advice on whether you're grant ready: https://candid.org/blogs/foundation-grant-funding-is-your-nonprofit-ready/

Across the U.S., nonprofits fill gaps in government services, generate economic activity, and meet community needs. But these contributions often go unrecognized. This data can help.

What sizes of nonprofits have you worked for? 70% of nonprofits have less than 10 staff members, and the majority of those are volunteer-run. Learn more about these very small nonprofits: candid.org/blogs/data-i...

Is your nonprofit working onsite, remotely, or hybrid? Candid's team works remote and hybrid, but we love getting together in-person at our annual all-staff gathering.

Before you use that free AI tool for grantwriting, read this.

The federal government’s rapid adoption of AI is already impacting nonprofits and the people they serve. It's time to prepare your nonprofit. Learn how AI is being used and what impact it might have on your nonprofit: candid.org/blogs/implic...

Do you prefer to give on a monthly or occasional basis? Learn more about the differences in giving by generation: https://candid.org/blogs/what-motivates-donors-charitable-giving-across-generations-trends/

There is a lot of competition for funding, so you need to grab the funder’s attention. Use these tips to show your impact and stand out.

Candid just got supercharged! Learn more about the new Candid search and how it can help your nonprofit reach even more supporters.

What strategies does your nonprofit use to retain donors? Getting and keeping donors can be tough. Get tips on how to keep your supporters engaged for the long-term: blog.candid.org/post/engage-...

People often misunderstand the work that nonprofits do, from how much it costs to run their programs to the real impact it has on your community. What misunderstandings do you notice?

Candid's new free tool helps you explore nonprofits by congressional district. You can see just how many nonprofits there are in your area, what they do, and how much money they run on. Learn more about the data and how you can use it to advocate for nonprofits.

Only 5.4% of Americans think they or their family got help from a nonprofit in the last year. But most folks don’t realize how many different kinds of nonprofits are out there. Learn why its key for folks to understand how nonprofits touch the lives of everyone: blog.candid.org/post/how-we-...

Being transparent pays off! Publicly sharing your nonprofit’s work, impact, and financials can help raise an average 62% more in contributions. Learn how we calculated this and what you can do to benefit from our findings.

Do you think your funders are truly listening to what your community needs? 71% of funders say yes, but only 24% of nonprofit leaders agree. Learn more: blog.candid.org/post/priorit...

Over the last six months, we've caught ourselves using the same phrases over and over to describe the situation that nonprofits are facing. So, we asked you what phrase you've been saying too much. What else should we add to the list?

Are you feeling overwhelmed? We polled our audience on social media, and 61% of you said you were feeling burned out or stressed right now. It's tough to beat burnout on your own, but there are steps you can take. Learn how here: blog.candid.org/post/why-non...

Most nonprofits are heavily dependent on unreliable, short-term, and project-based funding. And this limits the impact they can achieve. Cecilia Conrad, CEO of Lever for Change, shares why it's time to explore 'big bets' in philanthropy: blog.candid.org/post/why-dur...