Update: Bill S-216 has now been passed “in essence” via Bill C-19, the Budget Implementation Act. Bill C-19 included measures that changed the “direction and control” requirements that regulate charities who work with non-charities. According to Senator Ratna Omidvar, sponsor...
You have likely heard the rumblings of what is set to be the largest wealth transfer in history. A 2014 study by a group of Boston College researchers predicted that, by 2061, $58 trillion would transfer from one generation to...
What exactly are younger donors looking for in a nonprofit or charity? When it comes to understanding what younger donors desire, transparency of impact is the very first layer to consider. Millennials play a strong role in shaping how giving...
Online raffles and 50/50s are a fun and exciting way to raise more funds for your organization. Thought that was it? Guess again… Online raffles can also help you expand your donor base and build new long-lasting relationships. Through unique...
As many charities know all too well, summer months often mean a rise in temperature and a dip in donations. It was eight years ago that CandaHelps launched the Great Canadian Giving Challenge, a month-long event in June, aimed to...
Original Broadcast Date: April 28, 2022 Summary: Cash use is decreasing and this shift in consumer preference towards contactless ways of giving and paying has only accelerated over the last 2 years. This shift is dramatically impacting charities relying on cash donations and in-person...
In our first CharityVillage Connects episode we explored how COVID-19 forced organizations to quickly rethink their traditional fundraising initiatives, such as in-person events and galas. In this episode, we carry the conversation further by considering the dramatic shifts currently taking place in...
Giving to those in need should never be complicated, but with cash disappearing rapidly from our society, this is too often the case. Increasingly, Canadians are passing donation stands, unable to donate due to a lack of cash in their...
Grants are an essential funding stream for charities and nonprofit organizations, with an estimated $50 billion awarded across North America each year. While funding from grants may be a lifeline, the process of grant writing may sometimes feel like you...
A successful fundraising event that brings in funds for your cause - the ultimate goal. But how do you measure whether your event is a success? How do you tell which channels are working so you can double down and...
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