Happy Monday, Trailblazers! We’re closing out June with a mix of community insights, security guidance, and a couple thoughtful pieces on how nonprofits are navigating both technical and organizational change across the Salesforce ecosystem. Here's to a strong end to Q2 and fresh start for Q3! Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today! 
Issue 308 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! This week’s roundup zooms in on a theme that shows up again and again in strong fundraising: clarity and connection. Whether it’s the difference between a good and a great charity auction, or the small choices that help donors truly understand your message, these pieces are all about making your fundraising easier to engage with and harder to ignore. Have a wonderful week! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Happy Monday, Trailblazers! We’re kicking off this week with a mix of community conversations, security updates, and some really thoughtful design and architecture discussions across Nonprofit Cloud and NPSP. First, a huge thank you to Anne Crawford for following up on last week’s newsletter and sharing two short videos on MFA security updates. These are especially timely given the ongoing rollout of Salesforce’s security changes: We really appreciate Anne taking the time to share these resources with the community, and as always, if you come across something helpful (or something you think others should be aware of), you can always send it through to be included in future editions! Now, onto this week’s roundup! Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today! 
We're back with a recap of NPSP Day Chicago! On June 4, the Salesforce nonprofit community gathered at the Bernard Horwich JCC for a full day of learning, collaboration, and community building. The energy in the room was everything NPSP Day is known for. Attendees arrived ready to share, ready to listen, and ready to dig into the real challenges of nonprofit Salesforce administration. From morning introductions through the final session, conversations were honest, practical, and grounded in the day-to-day realities of the work. As one attendee put it: "Of all Salesforce related convenings and conferences, NPSP Day is consistently the most valuable to me. By letting participants set the agenda, we get to talk through the real-life problems that matter most to us." A huge thank you to our sponsors, Idlewild Partners and Data Geeks Lab, whose support helped make the day possible!
Issue 307 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! As we head deeper into June, this week’s roundup circles around a simple idea: fundraising works best when attention, timing, and storytelling all line up. Whether it’s rethinking how you use your annual report as an engagement tool, refining the moment you make an ask, or sharpening your approach to major donor conversations, these pieces focus on making every interaction count a little more. And yes, avocados are involved! Have a great week! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today! 
Most nonprofit galas include an auction. Most of those auctions raise money. A smaller number raise significantly more than expected, leave guests energized instead of exhausted, and generate the kind of momentum that carries into the following year's event. The difference is rarely the items. It's the thinking behind them: how the catalog was built, how the event was paced, how bidders were engaged, and how the team analyzed results afterward. Those decisions compound. And they're learnable.
Happy Monday, Trailblazers! This week we're looking at a mix of professional development, product updates, and community learning opportunities. From Salesforce's upcoming certification changes and Summer ’26 Release Readiness content to discussions on Nonprofit Cloud program management and Education Cloud training, there's plenty to explore. Have a great week! Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!
Issue 306 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! Sometimes the biggest fundraising breakthroughs don't come from a new campaign or shiny new tool. They come from getting the fundamentals right. This week's roundup is full of reminders that the details matter: the words you choose when making an ask, the systems you build behind the scenes, and the relationships that keep your organization moving forward. Hope you enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today! 
We're back with a recap of NPSP Day Los Angeles! On May 28, the Salesforce nonprofit community gathered at the Braille Institute for a day of learning, collaboration, and community building. From the moment attendees arrived, there was an unmistakable sense of excitement in the room. Whether reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting new members of the community for the first time, people were eager to share ideas, compare notes, and learn from one another. The conversations started early and never really stopped, carrying from breakout sessions into lunch discussions in the Braille Institute's beautiful outdoor courtyard. A huge thank you to our sponsors, Idlewild Partners, Data Geeks Lab, and Idealist Consulting, whose support helped make the day possible!
Happy Monday, Trailblazers! This week’s roundup includes several resources focused on one of the biggest topics in the Salesforce ecosystem right now: upcoming security changes and what they could mean for day-to-day users. We’re also sharing some fresh content from Salesforce Break and a recap of NPSP Day Los Angeles. Looking ahead, June is packed with opportunities to connect, including the first of this month’s Nonprofit AMA sessions tomorrow, plus the London Community Sprint, World Tour London, and a True to the Core Deep Dive on DevOps Center later this month! Have a great week! Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!
Issue 305 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! As we move into June, this week’s roundup is a reminder that some of the biggest fundraising opportunities come from looking at familiar challenges in a new way. Whether it’s tapping into volunteers as donor prospecting partners, creating more meaningful donor engagement opportunities, or reaching the supporters who haven’t yet raised their hands, these pieces encourage us to think beyond the usual playbook. Have a wonderful week! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Happy Monday, Trailblazers! June is here, and this week’s newsletter features a mix of community conversations, release resources, and upcoming opportunities to connect with fellow nonprofit Salesforce users. We’re sharing the NPSP Day Seattle recap, a few fresh resources from around the ecosystem, and an interesting discussion on volunteer self-service in Nonprofit Cloud. We’re also looking forward to NPSP Day Chicago this Thursday. Hope to see some of you there! Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today! 
Your nonprofit carefully plans its finances, considering every variable. You account for seasonal fundraising dips, operational costs, and program expenses months in advance. But even the most meticulously planned financial strategies can be derailed by sudden economic shifts, unforeseen internal challenges, a major donor pulling out, or a community crisis. When disaster strikes, revising your budget is necessary to protect your long-term sustainability and ensure your community impact never skips a beat. In this article, we'll provide a clear framework for identifying when a financial pivot is necessary and outline actionable steps to adapt your existing financial plan effectively. 
We're back with a recap of NPSP Day Seattle! On May 14, the Pacific Northwest nonprofit Salesforce community gathered at the Panoramic Center for a full day of collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and hands-on problem solving. Around 40 folks joined us for the day, and the energy in the room was everything we love about NPSP Days: a genuine willingness to share what's working, be honest about what isn't, and help each other build better systems. A huge thank you to Greg Scully and the team at 501 Commons for welcoming us into such a wonderful space. Enormous thanks as well to our sponsors for helping make the day possible: Presenting Sponsor Idlewild Partners and Community Sponsor Data Geeks Lab.
Issue 304 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! This week’s roundup is all about the behind-the-scenes work that quietly drives fundraising success. From data hygiene and gift processing to improving email deliverability and donation page performance, these pieces focus on strengthening the systems that help every campaign run more smoothly. You’ll also find ideas for raising more at events with live giving displays, along with practical guidance on engaging supporters during an election year. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today! 
The annual gala is one of the most important nights of the year for a YMCA, JCC, or community center. You've spent months on venue, catering, program, and the ask. Your board has filled tables. The room is ready. What happens in the thirty minutes after the speaker sits down will determine whether you hit your goal. That window, between the emotional close of the program and the moment the room begins to thin, is where community centers either build momentum or lose it. A live fundraising display turns that window into something the room can respond to together.
Issue 303 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! This week’s roundup is a bit of a reset. In a world where everything can feel urgent, these pieces gently push back with a simple reminder: motion is not the same as progress. From asking less but better to communicating with more honesty and clarity, it’s all about focusing your energy where it actually counts. You’ll also find practical ideas for day-of-event confidence, insights into the future of peer-to-peer fundraising, and ways to strengthen your online fundraising and donor engagement. And if you’re experimenting with real-time tools, we’re highlighting Live Displays again as a way to bring more visibility and momentum to your events. Have a great week! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today! 
Every four years, something shifts. Supporters who respond to donation appeals with mild interest suddenly have opinions, energy, and a heightened sense that what they do right now matters. Election years are unusual in this way: the ambient pressure to act creates an opening that doesn't exist in quieter political moments. Most nonprofits don't take advantage of it. Either they assume engagement means advocacy, and advocacy means political risk, or they don't have the tools to do anything quickly enough to matter. Both problems are solvable. This post covers what's actually available to nonprofits that want to mobilize their supporters right now, without building a full advocacy program, and without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status.
Issue 302 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! This week’s roundup is grounded in what’s becoming increasingly clear across the sector: data, timing, and storytelling matter more than ever. From building an AI-ready data foundation to making smarter investment decisions that support fundraising growth, these pieces focus on strengthening the systems behind your success. You’ll also find takeaways from NPSP Day Oakland and the NAYDO conference, plus practical guidance on writing stronger donor thank-yous, preparing for prime fundraising season, and connecting today’s giving to tomorrow’s impact through blended giving. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today! 
We're back with another NPSP Day recap, this time from sunny Oakland! On April 30, the Salesforce nonprofit community gathered at Preservation Park for a full day of collaboration, learning, and community connection. This was our first time bringing NPSP Day to Oakland, and it could not have gone better! We had a fantastic turnout of 35 attendees with 100% attendance, an enthusiastic and welcoming room, and absolutely gorgeous weather all day long. The beautiful courtyard at Preservation Park made for the perfect lunch spot, with attendees gathering outside to continue conversations, swap ideas, and connect with peers between sessions. |
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