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Too many nonprofits treat “founder syndrome” like a character flaw, then act shocked when the mission stalls. Brittan S. of Donorbox made the uncomfortable point to Julia C. Patrick & Wendy F. Adams, CFRE today. . . it’s often a governance and systems issue—control, unclear lanes, and silence—until staff disengage and donors start pulling back. Take a peek at Brittan's wise words: https://lnkd.in/gimP4uv5 If your #board structure concentrates power, year-end stress will expose it. Want stability in revenue and talent? Build guardrails: succession planning, executive coaching, and consistent board-staff communication!!

Your supporters already trust PayPal. Now, they can use it to give to your cause quickly, securely, and conveniently. 💛 92% of donors surveyed say PayPal is one of the fastest ways to give.* Paired with Donorbox OmniGive – our most donor-friendly donation form yet – it’s the ultimate way to supercharge your online fundraising and turn more website visitors into supporters. Make generosity feel effortless. Upgrade your donation checkout experience with PayPal + Donorbox today: https://lnkd.in/gih6wRtU * Logica Research, commissioned by PayPal, January 2024. Logica Research online study among a sample of nonprofit donors from US, UK, CA, and AU who made a monetary donation in the last 3 months to qualify. 3,872 completes total, around 1,000 in each market (but 817 in CA). Study was fielded April 29, 2024–May 14, 2024.

Starting to think about your fundraising strategies for 2026? Brittan S., our Fundraising & Growth Coach, has 7 predictions for which trends will take center stage next year. 🔮 Her new blog post covers questions like: • Why are smaller, community-rooted events connecting better with supporters today? • Which type of donor touchpoint can triple donation amounts? • How can communities help shape programs, not just support them? • What practical ways can AI help nonprofits work smarter in 2026? If you’re curious about what’s ahead so you can plan accordingly, this is a great place to start. 👉 See the trends: https://ow.ly/kjuz50XJPfT

If Giving Tuesday felt quiet, don’t worry, December still holds so much potential. This week, Jena Lynch and Brittan S. are sharing simple ways to reconnect with donors, how to read the signals behind your results, and small changes to make that can spark stronger giving this month. This episode is a grounded, data-driven conversation for fundraisers looking for clarity as they close out the year. Listen now and get your December back on track ➡️ https://ow.ly/rWxp50XItkE

Over 50,000 people visit St. Frances Cabrini Shrine in New York City each year to pray, reflect, and honor Mother Cabrini. Individual donations are a vital source of support, but with fewer visitors carrying cash, sustaining those gifts had become a challenge. At the beginning of the year, the Shrine introduced Donorbox Live™ Kiosk, a low-maintenance solution that has been providing a steady source of cashless donations ever since. See how St. Frances Cabrini Shrine is inspiring more generosity with modern, tap-to-pay giving. ⛪

Our #WishListWipeout continues this week as we help local organizations fulfill the items they need most this winter. ❄️ 📍 Our latest stop: Animal Friends Friends in Pittsburgh. Animal Friends has been protecting animals and giving them a second chance since 1943. Last year alone, they welcomed over 1,400 cats, dogs, rabbits, and other animals who had nowhere else to turn. This December, they’re hosting themed Giving Weeks to rally support for different species and departments, making sure every animal gets the comfort, enrichment, and care they deserve. Sara Guappone loaded up a donation cart with pet supplies from their wish list, bringing a little extra joy to the animals with plenty of food, treats, and toys. 🐱 We’re just getting started! Stay tuned for more surprises this holiday season.

Every December and January, I feel like we all hit that same moment of, “Okay… what’s actually changing in fundraising, and what’s just fluff?” Lindsey Bower and I put together a 2026 trends roundup for exactly that reason. It’s pulled from actual data and what we’re hearing every day from the nonprofits we work with. Sharing it here in case it gives your team a bit more clarity (and a bit less stress) heading into the new year. ✨ Here’s the full 2026 Fundraising Trends Guide ✨ ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gHjC6bRc

We’re excited to welcome Dan Godfrey as Donorbox’s new Director of Product Engineering! 👋 Dan has previously led engineering teams through hyper-growth phases at B2B2C platforms like Shopify, GlossGenius, and Owner, empowering a wide variety of businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations. At Donorbox, he’ll work with our Product Engineering Teams to enable customers to accelerate their impact through thoughtful, scalable products. What excites him most about joining the team? “Empowering orgs to succeed in their mission! Their success is our success.” Based in Canada, Dan has lived in three different countries, shares his home with two pups 🐶, and is even a professional axe thrower. Please join us in giving Dan a warm welcome! 🎉

The shift toward cashless giving isn’t slowing down—and churches that embrace it are seeing real results, especially during Advent season. Our recent report unpacks the practical steps your ministry can take to inspire more generosity, no matter how people choose to give. Inside, you’ll learn: ✨ What today’s congregants expect when giving to their church ✨ How to make donating accessible for every generation ✨ Why flexible giving options lead to deeper engagement There’s still time to get your church ready with tap-to-donate tools before Christmas. Download the report to explore more: https://ow.ly/Y9tC50XFSZl