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Anna Bean

Nonprofit Storytelling Fanatic at Givebutter

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Anna brings over a decade of experience in community engagement, campaign planning, and strategic communications at small, progressive nonprofit organizations in New York City. She has a Master's of Social Work from Hunter College and has written for various feminist media platforms. At Givebutter, she helps nonprofits share their stories and connect with donors online. She lives in Brooklyn with her family (Go Mets!).

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Anna Bean

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The ultimate nonprofit event planning template for nonprofits

Wondering how to plan a fundraising event from start to finish? This nonprofit event planning template will help you get organized, stay on track, and create a game plan for success.

The ultimate nonprofit event planning template for nonprofits
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How to write a donation request letter (5 free templates!)

Grab attention, build excitement, and boost RSVPs with these fundraising event invitation templates, expert tips, and creative design ideas—all crafted to help your next event stand out.

How to write a donation request letter (5 free templates!)
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How to craft a silent auction donation request (free template!)

Learn how to write a winning silent auction donation request, what to include in your email or letter, and which businesses to approach for donations.

How to craft a silent auction donation request (free template!)
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March Matchness 2025: Double the dough-nations, double the impact

Meet the nonprofits that got a slice of $15K from Givebutter and learn how donation matching can be a slam-dunk fundraising strategy for your cause any time of year.

March Matchness 2025: Double the dough-nations, double the impact
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15 best grants for nonprofits to apply for today

Learn how to find grants for nonprofits and explore popular grant opportunities from big businesses—what they fund, who’s eligible, and when to apply.

15 best grants for nonprofits to apply for today
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How to master donor prospecting: 4 proven strategies

Learn how to identify potential donors, craft a compelling pitch, and reach your campaign goals with this guide to successful donor prospecting.

How to master donor prospecting: 4 proven strategies
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5 moves management stages to boost donor retention

Discover the five stages of moves management, and how to leverage moves management tools and strategies to turn potential supporters into passionate ones.

5 moves management stages to boost donor retention
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How to raise more with a matching gift program (free templates!)

Every year, nonprofits miss out on billions in potential matching gift revenue. Discover how to close that gap with donation matching programs and download a whole spread of free templates for promoting them to your supporters.

How to raise more with a matching gift program (free templates!)
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Black Philanthropy Month 2024: Meet the Black-led nonprofits that blew us away

Explore all of the ways that Givebutter participated in this global celebration of Black giving and meet the Black-led nonprofits that each received a slice of $10K.

Black Philanthropy Month 2024: Meet the Black-led nonprofits that blew us away
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The changemaker’s guide to diversity and inclusion for nonprofits

A streamlined guide to DEI for nonprofits seeking to transform “diversity, equity, and inclusion” from buzzwords into a cornerstone of your organizational culture and mission.

The changemaker’s guide to diversity and inclusion for nonprofits
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Exclusive interview with Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland, founder of Black Philanthropy Month

We sat down with the founder of Black Philanthropy Month to hear the history of this inspiring celebration of Black giving and learn how changemakers can support the urgent movement for funding equity. You don’t want to miss it!

Exclusive interview with Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland, founder of Black Philanthropy Month
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March Matchness: Why Givebutter is giving back $20K to nonprofits

Learn all about Givebutter’s matching gift initiative and meet the four most engaging campaigns that got a slice of $20K to double their fundraising impact this spring.

March Matchness: Why Givebutter is giving back $20K to nonprofits
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Nonprofit grant management for beginners

Learn the basics of how to manage grants for nonprofits, including five steps toward successful grant management, finding the right funding opportunities, and crafting effective proposals.

Nonprofit grant management for beginners
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Giving Tuesday 2023 recap—this calls for a toast!

We’ve got the full spread on the most legen-dairy Giving Tuesday yet, including our record-breaking 2023 totals and the breadwinning campaigns that received a slice of $35K from Givebutter Gives Back.

Giving Tuesday 2023 recap—this calls for a toast!
Black Philanthropy Month Recap 2023

Black Philanthropy Month 2023: Building momentum & growing the movement

See how Givebutter more than doubled our impact for Black-led organizations and meet the incredible changemakers who got a slice of $10K for launching the most creative and most active campaigns this Black Philanthropy Month.

Black Philanthropy Month 2023: Building momentum & growing the movement
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AmazonSmile is shutting down: Find next steps for nonprofits

Amazon is ending its AmazonSmile program, but nonprofits have lots of options to consider as they decide how to make up for lost revenue.

AmazonSmile is shutting down: Find next steps for nonprofits
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Giving Tuesday 2022 in review: Another record-breaking year

See how the Givebutter Fam celebrated Giving Tuesday 2022, which campaigns got a slice of $50K, and some of our favorite moments from this epic day of giving.

Giving Tuesday 2022 in review: Another record-breaking year
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Crypto donations: What nonprofits need to know

Before your nonprofit starts accepting crypto donations, it's important to understand the pros, cons, and who crypto donations are best for.

Crypto donations: What nonprofits need to know
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That’s a wrap on Black Philanthropy Month 2022

See how Givebutter celebrated Black Philanthropy Month 2022 and the full list of donation recipients of the $10K Givebutter Gives Back initiative.

That’s a wrap on Black Philanthropy Month 2022
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Inflation is hitting nonprofits hard: Here's what you need to know

Inflation is on the rise, and nonprofits are not exempt from its effects. We’re diving into the harmful impact of inflation and sharing ways your nonprofit can weather the storm.

Inflation is hitting nonprofits hard: Here's what you need to know

How to engage your board in resource development

Got a rockstar board but aren’t sure how to use them? An expert in nonprofit management shares how to involve them in resource development.

How to engage your board in resource development