Melvin Wong

Why a Donor-Advised Fund Scholarship Might Be Right for You

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Scholarships are often created with good intentions and limited structure. Funds are raised, criteria are discussed, and awards are made, sometimes without a repeatable process behind them. Over time, this creates administrative strain. Records become fragmented. Review decisions vary. Compliance obligations are handled inconsistently. A donor-advised fund scholarship addresses these issues by placing scholarships inside … Read more

What’s the Difference Between Fundraising Campaigns and Fundraising Programs?

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Organizations raise money in different ways because their operational needs differ. Some build efforts around a specific objective to complete. Others exist to support ongoing work that does not end after a single activity. In practice, these two approaches show up as fundraising campaigns and fundraising programs. BrightLeaf Giving implements these models as Social Impact … Read more

Why 2026 Is the Right Year to Start an Education Opportunity Fund

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Starting an Education Opportunity Fund in 2026 is a practical step for anyone planning to run a scholarship program with defined criteria and controlled administration. Education costs remain high. Students continue to rely on scholarships to access and complete programs. Many scholarship initiatives are now designed with clearer objectives and longer operating horizons. An Education … Read more

How To Set Up A Successful Community Support Fund For 2026

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You’re starting a Community Support Fund in 2026. Before you apply, lock in the CSF-specific choices that determine whether the fund stays simple to use: donation methods, fee expectations, and disbursal method. A Community Support Fund (CSF) is managed by BrightLeaf Giving and hosted by Rekonect. It’s built for ongoing fundraising for social causes, emergencies, … Read more

Thinking of Starting an Education Opportunity Fund in 2026? Here’s How Best to Do That

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If you’re planning to start an Education Opportunity Fund (EOF) in 2026, you’re not looking for motivation. You want a scholarship fund that stays simple to use, keeps giving tax-deductible, and reliably directs support to the kind of student you intend to help. The only thing that tends to go wrong is avoidable friction: unclear … Read more

Using BrightLeaf Giving Social Impact Campaigns to Fund Hurricane Relief That Gets to Work

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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

Maximizing Impact: Positioning Your Social Impact Campaign for Holiday Success

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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

Holiday Social Impact Campaign Ideas: Turning Seasonal Generosity Into Real Impact

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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

Expressing Gratitude: Strengthening Relationships with Your Social Impact Campaign Donors

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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