Winter is a beautiful season that should bring joy and festivities. As the temperature drops, the need for warm clothing becomes increasingly crucial for many of those experiencing struggles and hardship. Winter clothing drives provide a lifeline to those who are less fortunate, ensuring they have the necessary protection against the cold. With 37 million, … Continue reading Bringing Hope and Warmth: Winter Clothing Drive Essentials
National days hold a special place in our hearts. They give us a reason to come together as a community and celebrate what makes our country unique. But beyond the festivities and parades, these national days present a golden opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives. Consider the immense importance of using a … Continue reading Maximizing Impact: How National Days Can Fuel Social Good (Oct-Dec)
*** This guest post was written by Bryce Mikolajczak, a 14-year old teen who will be attending Lynbrook High School in San Jose, CA, this fall. As nonprofit organizations begin their holiday planning, we hope this post provides useful suggestions for addressing the notoriously challenging group of teens. Whether you are making a bulk purchase … Continue reading From One Teen to Another: Holiday Gift Ideas
The holiday season is often filled with memories of our childhood, or memories as parents as we fondly remember the smiles on the faces of our little ones. But the holiday season is also filled with anxiety and disappointment for many. The family economy has suffered greatly over the past few years with the impacts … Continue reading Streamlining Holiday Donation Programs: Toy Drives, Bulk Purchases, and Adopt-a-Family Programs
One of the most iconic programs during the holidays is the toy drive. Whether donors are picking up an extra toy at the store, or purchasing a gift from a nonprofit’s online wishlist, donors love to buy toys for kids during the holidays! In this post, we are highlighting two successful toy drives on Roonga … Continue reading Spotlight on Successful Holiday Toy Drives
Are you in the middle of planning your adopt-a-family holiday program? Or perhaps considering starting one? In this month’s Inside In-Kind, we highlight two nonprofits’ holiday Adopt-a-Family programs. We will explore who they are, what they do, and how they run their programs. Read on to learn some tips and tricks they are using to … Continue reading Tips and Tricks: Maximizing Your Holiday Adopt-a-Family Programs
It’s beginning to look a lot like…the holidays? Although the summer is just kicking off, it’s not too early to start thinking about your holiday programs. This year, it is more important than ever to start early. Read on for some tips and trends to help you maximize your program this holiday season. Toy Trends … Continue reading 2022 Holiday Outlook
We have been seeing it everywhere: prices are increasing, and sections of store shelves are bare or thin. For nonprofits, the price increases and product shortages have hampered the ability of many organizations to meet clients’ needs. In a time of greater need, where more people are struggling with the rising gas prices and rent, … Continue reading Inflation and Shortages: The Impact on Nonprofit Goods
Has it gotten cold where you are? Here in Northern California, the heaters are on at night, and children are bundling up for school in the mornings. It’s no surprise that one of the biggest needs right now is winter wear. Heating can get quite expensive and the costs of jackets, boots and other accessories … Continue reading Get Winter Ready With In-Kind Giving
With the holiday season fast approaching, families in need are starting to think about their wishlists, and donors are planning their budgets and gift giving strategies. When it comes to holiday gift giving, many organizations debate whether to provide gift cards or actual gifts. Many believe that gift cards are the way to go. After … Continue reading Gifts vs. Gift Cards: The Great Holiday Dilemma
