Nonprofit news from around the web: August 14 – 18, 2023

Donors great and small declined during 2023 first quarter 
A decrease in both the number of donors and dollars given was evident across all donor types during the first quarter of 2023. Paired with a sharp drop in dollars given by new donors, fundraisers need to be prepared for compounded challenges throughout the rest of the year. 

Advancing your mission during the August congressional recess 
Congress is on recess and away from Washington, DC, until after Labor Day, but public policy needs will continue even while lawmakers are taking a break from hands-on legislating. There’s an opportunity waiting to be seized: Meet with your elected officials in the coming weeks – while they are home. 

Why location matters for fundraising and why social donors give 
New research shows how location affects donations and what motivates people who attend giving events to contribute. 

How a nonprofit significantly grew its impact and fundraising results in 3 years 
The team at The Farmlink Project presented its film, Abundance, to Congress two weeks ago, and its co-founders have received numerous awards. Here’s a look at four areas of The Farmlink Project that have resulted in larger impact or fundraising numbers thanks to the assistance of technology.