Soapbox Engage Blog

Issue 297

Happy Tuesday, fundraisers!

We’re thrilled to share that at the start of this month, we officially launched the Soapbox Engage Auctions app. If auctions are part of your fundraising strategy (or you’ve been thinking about adding them), this new tool is built to streamline every step of the auction experience and help you drive stronger results. We’ll be officially unveiling the app during a live webinar on April 15, and you can register here to join us!

Beyond that, this week’s roundup leans into practical ways to strengthen your fundraising foundation, from building a monthly giving program and optimizing for DAF donations to refreshing your strategy with a bit of spring cleaning. You’ll also find insights on leadership, donor behavior, and the small but meaningful ways we show appreciation to the people who support our work.

Enjoy!

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Great Fundraising Posts

Announcing the Soapbox Engage Auctions app

Soapbox Engage (Soapbox Engage)

We’re excited to share that the Soapbox Engage Auctions app is officially available. This is a modern auction platform designed specifically for nonprofit fundraising, with a clean bidding experience for your supporters and real-time integration with your Salesforce CRM. Check out this blog post to learn more about how this app can help your organization.

Why You Should Have a Monthly Giving Program

Jeff Brooks (Moceanic)

Does your organization have a monthly giving program? If not, you should make starting one a high priority. In this blog post, Jeff explains how a monthly giving program can lead to more funds for your organization with less effort.

Don’t Wait Too Long – Spring Cleaning Projects for Your Nonprofit

Ann Green (Ann Green’s Nonprofit Blog)

Spring has sprung! Do you often use this time of year to tackle some cleaning around your home? Well it’s a great time to do that at your nonprofit organization as well! In this blog post, Ann shares some spring cleaning projects to do at your nonprofit that will help you run things more smoothly.

Optimizing Your Website for DAF Donations

Melanie Green (True Sense)

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are reshaping how donors support their favorite causes. For nonprofits, adapting to the rise of DAF donations is a real opportunity to grow revenue across all segments. Your website is where most DAF donors will begin their journey, so the process you lay out there must be welcoming, clear, and easy to use. In this blog post, Melanie offers advice on how to optimize your website accordingly.

Marketing a Pledge Fundraiser: 4 Essential Steps to Follow

Julia Claire Campbell (Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit)

Launching a pledge fundraiser is a great way to increase supporter engagement and raise funds for your cause. To make the most of this format, you’ll need a strong marketing strategy that entices current supporters to share your campaign and resonates with new audiences. In this blog post, Julia walks through four steps to ensure you’re prepared to capitalize on the benefits of a pledge fundraiser.

18 Leadership Traits for Nonprofit Leaders

Richard Perry (NonProfitPRO)

Leadership is often reduced to skills or outcomes. But over time, what defines a leader isn’t just what they achieve — it’s how they show up, make decisions, and influence others. In this blog post, Richard shares a list that offers a way to reflect on the values and behaviors that shape effective leadership. Check it out as a chance to assess your own leadership.

New Research: What Drives Big (Estate) Gifts? It’s Not What Drives Smaller Ones

Dr. Russell James (Market Smart)

Are you treating all legacy donors as though they are the same? If so, that’s a mistake. Small estate gifts and big estate gifts do not come from the same kinds of donors, are not driven by the same motive, and they should not lead to the same fundraising strategy. In this blog post, Dr. Russell identifies the differences between the two and how to incorporate that into your strategy.

Why Use Email and Snail Mail?

Steven Screen (The Better Fundraising Co.)

Are there people at your organization who think that email and snail mail are “outdated” methods for trying to raise money? Maybe it’s you who feels that way! If so, check out this blog post where Steven explains why these two methods of communication are still very useful for nonprofits.

Just Say It: Simple Ways to Thank Your Board of Directors

Liz Sobansky (The ENGAGE Blog)

Your nonprofit board members do a lot to help your organization be successful. Have you thanked them for doing so? If you’re wondering how to properly express your gratitude for their efforts, check out this blog post that has 10 simple ideas to thank them.