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Guide to Donor History: Track Who Gave What and When

Struggling to keep track of your donors and donation records? I recently saw a query from a non-profit asking about tracking donors in Google Sheets and how to do it. I’ve done this and I’ll never do it again. It was time-consuming and so difficult to find the data you need. I would often scramble…
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Let Donors Manage Their Giving: How to Set Up a Donor Portal

One of the most overlooked parts of online fundraising is the donor experience after they give. Sure, the donation form matters — but what happens after someone supports your cause? Today’s donors expect more than a thank-you email. They want transparency, control, and the ability to manage their giving — especially when it comes to…
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The New Charitable Pro (1.8.6): Updated PDF Receipts, Elementor Widgets, Reply To, and more!

We’re excited to introduce game-changing updates that will make your fundraising smoother and more personal than ever. Our newly updated customizable PDF receipts, drag-and-drop Elementor widgets, and “Reply To” feature streamline fundraising and help you connect with donors instantly. 🚀 Updated PDF Receipts Template w/ QR Code We have updated the look of the template…
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Best Donor Management Software (2025 Free & Paid Options)

Among all the things involved in running a non-profit, there’s one thing I really don’t like doing and that’s managing all the donations that come in and the donors that are added to an ever-growing list. Ten years ago, my organization was only getting a handful of donations and it was easy to run everything…
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Introducing Charitable (1.8.6): Elementor Widgets, Reply To, and New Splash Screen.

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes, and we’re excited to share what we’ve been cooking up. If you’ve ever wished creating donation pages could be easier, or wanted to connect more personally with your donors – this update is going to make your day! We are proud to announce version 1.8.6 of our Charitable…
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7 Psychological Triggers That Make Donation Forms Convert Better

Ever wonder why some donation forms consistently outperform others? The answer lies not in fancy designs or complex features, but in fundamental human psychology. I’ve learnt that understanding the psychological triggers that drive giving can transform an average donation form into a powerful fundraising tool. Over the years, I’ve discovered that small, psychology-based changes can…
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Introducing the New Charitable Donor Management System!

We’re excited to introduce a brand new Donor Management System designed to revolutionize your fundraising experience and help you efficiently manage and track your donor relationships. We’ve integrated this into your WordPress platform, acting as a centralized hub for all donor-related activities. We’ve brought together everything you need to nurture donor relationships, track contributions, and…
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Best Donor Database Software for Non-Profits

Running a non-profit is hard enough without having to juggle spreadsheets and sticky notes to keep track of your donors. If you’ve ever lost donor information or struggled to find important details during a crucial moment, you know exactly what I’m talking about. That’s where a good donor database comes in. It serves as your…
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Charitable Lite vs Pro: Which is Right for Your Nonprofit?

Charitable Lite is the free version that gives you the essential tools you need to raise funds effectively on your WordPress site. This includes donation forms, Stripe and PayPal processing, and donation management tools. For many nonprofits just getting started with online donations, it offers a solid foundation. Being a free plugin, it caters to…
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Introducing Charitable Pro – A New And Powerful Way To Run Donation & Fundraising Websites

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to bring you a new and more powerful plugin to help you streamline your fundraising, get more donations, and manage it all with ease. We’re so excited to introduce this brand-new plugin that’s designed to revolutionize your fundraising experience. We’ve integrated our most popular add-ons into the plugin…
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