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Join Charitable’s Giving Tuesday Showcase: Amplify Your Mission and Reach New Supporters

Giving Tuesday is around the corner – and we at Charitable want to help you make a bigger impact than ever before! We’re hosting a special event designed to amplify the voices of impactful non-profits like yours. As the team behind one of WordPress’s most trusted donation plugins, we’ve had the privilege of working with incredible organizations…
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Why Data-Driven Fundraising Beats Gut Instinct Every Time (+ How to Track Data)

Fundraising isn’t easy. I’ve seen how unpredictable it can get—some months you’re hitting your goals, and others, it feels like you’re just guessing what will work. A lot of fundraisers trust their gut, hoping their experience will guide them. But the truth? Relying only on gut instinct can be risky. Why? Because feelings and assumptions…
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Charitable Pro 1.8.8.6: New Donor Settings, Sequential Ordering & Stripe Receipt Controls

We’re excited to announce that Charitable Pro 1.8.8.6 is here with three powerful new features to give you more control and flexibility in managing your fundraising. This release introduces Misc Donor Settings for customizing and syncing donor information, Sequential Ordering to keep donation IDs consistent and compliant with financial reporting rules, and a new option to Disable Stripe Receipts, letting you choose…
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The Ultimate Nonprofit Playbook to Maximize Year-End Fundraising

The year-end giving season is one of the most exciting—and important—times for any nonprofit. It’s when supporters are in a generous mood, the holiday spirit is alive, and your fundraising efforts can truly shine. But let’s be honest: it can also feel overwhelming. There’s so much to plan, from crafting the perfect message to choosing…
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Charitable Lite Update: New Dashboard, Test Mode Alerts & Easy Access Features

We’re excited to introduce a fresh new look and helpful features exclusively for Charitable Lite users! This update focuses on making your day-to-day fundraising management smoother, more informative, and easier to navigate — all without leaving your WordPress admin. Fresh New Dashboard Design — All Your Key Data at a Glance When you log in…
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Giving Tuesday vs. Black Friday: Which Matters More for Nonprofits?

Confused about whether to focus on Black Friday or Giving Tuesday? Most nonprofits feel torn between jumping into the Black Friday chaos or waiting for the “official” day of giving. Meanwhile, you’re watching other organizations raise serious money on Black Friday while wondering if you should stick to the traditional Giving Tuesday approach. Here’s what…
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New Charitable Update: Test Mode Alerts, Elementor Styling Upgrades & Feedback Form

We’ve been listening closely to your feedback, and this maintenance release is all about making your day-to-day experience smoother and more flexible. We’ve improved your experience with building donation pages with Elementor, testing your payment gateways, and sharing ideas for the future. With the latest Charitable Pro plugin (1.8.8.4), we aim to bring thoughtful improvements…
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The Best Way For Non-Profits to Accept Donations Online

Feeling overwhelmed every time you research “online donation platforms”? You start looking at options, get buried in technical features you don’t understand, and close the browser tab. Meanwhile, supporters keep asking how they can donate online, and you keep having to tell them you’re “working on it.” The truth is, you don’t need to understand…
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Introducing Charitable 1.8.8: Enable ACH & Cash App, Style Your Payment Fields, and More!

We’ve been hard at work making Charitable Pro even more powerful and user-friendly for you and your donors. This latest release is all about streamlined experiences and making fundraising simpler, more efficient, and more effective. Here’s a look at the improvements we’ve made. New Donation UI with A Modern Look We’re excited to introduce a…
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Best WordPress Plugins for Better Donor Communications

Ever sent a donation receipt three weeks late because you got buried in other tasks? Or struggled to find a donor’s information when they called asking about their contribution? Poor donor communication kills fundraising momentum. When supporters don’t hear back from you promptly – or worse, don’t hear from you at all – they start…
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