
Nonprofit Conferences 2026: Best 17 Events for Fundraisers This Year
TL;DR You’ve probably been there. Your team comes back from a conference energized. Three notebooks. A dozen business cards. A tote bag full of vendor swag. And within two weeks,

TL;DR You’ve probably been there. Your team comes back from a conference energized. Three notebooks. A dozen business cards. A tote bag full of vendor swag. And within two weeks,

TL;DR Nonprofit AI adoption is everywhere. But is it actually working? If you’re a fundraising leader wondering whether your organization is keeping pace with AI, you’re not alone. There’s a

TL;DR: Most nonprofit fundraising teams know what it feels like to launch a campaign that should have worked. The vision was compelling. The board was aligned. The goal felt within

Your nonprofit is most likely using AI, but do you ever find yourself wondering if you and your team use it well? Or how your use of AI compares to

Your volunteers show up. They serve meals, mentor students, organize events, and give their time because they believe in your mission. But here’s something most nonprofit teams don’t realize: volunteer
A Benchmark Study of 346 Organizations. Published February 2026 1. Executive Summary Fundraising has never been more complex. Donor expectations are higher. Data is overwhelming in volume and scattered in

TL;DR – Donors expect personal, relevant experiences, but fundraisers are stretched thin. – New Virtuous product updates and capabilities focus on helping teams connect personally with more donors. – Automation
TL;DR: AI can’t fix bad data. Garbage in, garbage out still applies. Your donor data is a story your supporters are telling you. Listen to it. Data security and governance

How do you inspire generosity, demonstrate the difference your donors make, and showcase your nonprofit’s work? Tell a story. Storytelling engages the mind and the heart. Research shows that storytelling

It’s always interesting to ask a development manager or executive director, “How’s your board at fundraising?” Because they almost all make the same sound: “MEH.” What’s the deal? Board members

The fundraising landscape has changed significantly in the past ten years, and nonprofits have to adapt to succeed. Trying new fundraising techniques can help your organization grow and meet donors’

When a new person joins your nonprofit’s email list, it’s a cause for celebration. Your marketing efforts are working! People are interested in your organization! But before you put on your

“Stay in touch.” “Center the donor in your storytelling.” “Show impact.” Do you use any of these as your nonprofit development strategy? Of course, you do. And so does everyone
Discover key strategies for enhancing nonprofit websites with effective CTAs. Boost engagement and impact with our expert tips.

Discover strategies to tackle compassion fatigue, ensuring the well-being of those dedicated to helping others.

Confession: I love calling donors on the phone. Let’s be clear: I’m not signing up to work in telefundraising. What I like are the calls that are about building donor

Maximize generosity and engagement using donor data. Uncover strategies for leveraging insights to enhance your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts.

Unlock donor potential and increase giving with key insights on leveraging donor data effectively in your strategies.
Virtuous gives you the nonprofit CRM, fundraising, volunteer, and marketing tools you need to create responsive experiences that build trust and grow impact.
Everything you need to build better relationships and increase impact with confidence.
Send comprehensive, omni-channel campaigns to activate donors and increase engagement.
Produce virtual, hybrid, or in-person events that are personalized and raise more.
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Virtuous’ AI-powered Responsive Fundraising Platform is easy to use, automates key tasks, and allows your entire team to leverage the right data and channels to create stronger donor relationships that result in more growth and retention.