Susan Kahan

Susan Kahan is the founder and principal of Sapphire Fundraising Specialists. She helps nonprofit leaders and board members navigate change, strengthen donor relationships, and focus on what actually matters next.

Planned Giving for Nonprofits: Ultimate Guide for 2026

Many nonprofits have added planned giving to their fundraising strategy. You may ask why and find it difficult to understand...

12 Actionable Tips to Boost Online Donations

Your website is perfect, but your online donation form does not bring in the amount your budget requires. This is...

Church Capital Campaigns | The All-Inclusive Guide for Churches

Tithes and offerings can support your daily church activities, but general fundraising will not be enough when more significant needs...

The Magical World of Major Gifts – A Compact Guide for Nonprofits

Major gifts are the power players in the fundraising world, the backbone that keeps many nonprofits running, and oftentimes, the...

11 Powerful Fundraising Ideas for Veterans’ Organizations

Veterans’ organizations focus on providing vets with basics like housing, medical care, counseling, and loans. In this article, we'll walk...

Nonprofit Marketing Plan and Content Plan – A Comprehensive Guide

Marketing and Content plans are vital for nonprofits hoping to increase their revenue. Nonprofits cannot rely solely on events anymore,...

How to Plan a Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser [7 Simple Steps & Ideas]

Bowling events are a great way to have some family fun while raising money for your organization. With the creation...

What is Happening with GoFundMe Charity?

GoFundMe has become a popular tool to raise funds for medical, education, and emergency costs. Since its start, over 50,000...

How to File For an Extension Using Form 8868

Everyone dreads tax season. Whether your organization follows a fiscal or calendar year, the timing may not always be convenient....

A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your Nonprofit’s GuideStar Profile

GuideStar by Candid is one of the most used ranking websites for donors, nonprofits, foundations, and corporations. As a nonprofit,...