Melvin Wong 
2026 is almost here and this presents an opportunity to make your Community Support Fund a true force for change. By planning ahead, you reduce mid-year uncertainty, prevent mixed messaging, and make it easier to act consistently when decisions need to be made. Rather than rushing into fundraising, taking time to prepare gives you a … Read more
When a major hurricane hits, the first problem is speed. Families need safe shelter, clean water, food, medical support, and power restoration while roads are blocked and communications are patchy. The second problem is trust. People want to give to hurricane relief quickly, but they also want to know the money will be handled properly … Read more
The holiday season is a time for giving, reflection, and togetherness. For nonprofit organizations, it’s also an unparalleled opportunity to enhance visibility, foster deeper connections, and inspire generous contributions to social causes. By aligning your Social Impact Campaign (SIC) with the spirit of the holidays, you can maximize the impact of your efforts and ensure … Read more
Every December, people feel more generous. They want to help someone, fund something, and see a real result. However, that energy often scatters across vague “year-end appeals” and random donation links. Goodwill leaks away, and nothing feels finished. Social Impact Campaigns give you a clear container for that holiday spirit. Each campaign focuses on a … Read more
Donors are the lifeblood of Social Impact Campaigns. Without their support, none of the meaningful change you strive for would be possible. A simple “thank you” can go a long way in transforming a one-time supporter into a loyal advocate. Gratitude isn’t just about saying thanks—it’s a strategic tool that can build lasting relationships and … Read more
Year-end campaigns are where many Community Support Funds (CSFs) see their biggest spike in activity. New donors come in, lapsed donors reappear, and urgency is on your side. However, the organizations that actually build durable support are not the ones that only push hard in December. They are the ones that deliberately convert that spike … Read more
The final stretch of the year is when nonprofit leaders feel the pressure most acutely. Budgets need to close. Impact promises need to match reality. Donors, meanwhile, are still making decisions in the last days and even the last hours of December. Many of those gifts are meaningful, but they often arrive through hurried campaigns, … Read more
If you’re planning to open a new Social Impact Campaign (SIC) in 2026, this is your moment to get the story, proof, and audience work done—so launch day feels smooth instead of frantic. An SIC is a short-term, goal-driven fundraiser hosted under Rekonect, a registered 501(c)(3), and managed through BrightLeaf Giving. That means donations are … Read more
Tracking success metrics is how Community Support Funds move from good intentions to durable, compounding outcomes. As the year wraps, you have a narrow window to convert activity into insight, and insight into a 2026 plan you can execute with confidence. This isn’t busywork; it is your operating system. The mandate is straightforward: define what … Read more
Year-end giving is a sprint through crowded email inboxes. Attention is scarce, decisions are fast, and every extra click risks abandonment. A strong appeal still cuts through and moves real revenue—when it’s built for how people actually read, decide, and give in December. This is especially important for anyone invested in a good cause. This … Read more