From the HYS blog
Insights on sponsorship management, nonprofit technology, and building stronger donor relationships.
3 min read · May 13, 2026
6 New HelpYouSponsor Features
This Month’s Number: 52 Did you know 52% of nonprofit website visits now come from mobile devices? Your donors are no longer waiting until they sit at a desk. They are checking updates, giving, reading stories, and staying connected from the phone in their hand. Our biggest announcement this month: donor texting is now enabled in HelpYouSponsor! This update helps you meet donors where they already are, with a cleaner, faster, and more personal way to stay connected. You can now reach donors di
12 min read · April 24, 2026
Using Photos Ethically in Nonprofit Stories
Ethical image use—prioritize informed consent, dignity, and clear rights to protect beneficiaries and sustain donor trust.
11 min read · April 21, 2026
SMART Goals for Nonprofit Events
Use SMART goals to set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound objectives for nonprofit events and track them with KPIs.
14 min read · April 18, 2026
Ultimate Guide to User-Generated Visuals
How nonprofits collect, manage, and use authentic supporter photos and videos to build trust, boost donations, and measure impact.
9 min read · April 17, 2026
Best Practices for Reporting Child Protection Concerns
Swift, factual reporting and clear organizational policies are essential to protect children and enable timely intervention.
12 min read · April 15, 2026
Before-and-After Photos for Nonprofits: 7 Tips
Ethical, consistent before-and-after photos prove nonprofit impact while protecting privacy and boosting donor trust.
3 min read · April 14, 2026
HelpYouSponsor Product Updates | April Edition
This Month's Number: 73 73% of donors say a smooth and simple giving experience influences whether they complete a donation. This month’s updates are focused on removing friction at every step from checkout to file management so donors can give faster, with more confidence, and without unnecessary barriers. Simpler Checkout: Passwordless Login for New and Returning Donors Give without barriers. Donors can now complete donations using just their email address, no password required. This remov
11 min read · April 14, 2026
FATF Compliance: Reducing Harm to Nonprofits
How risk-based assessments, internal controls, and technology can stop banks from de‑risking nonprofits under FATF rules.
10 min read · April 13, 2026
Study: Impact of Cultural Context on Program Success
Sponsorship programs succeed only when designed to fit local culture; ignoring norms can harm community cohesion despite good intentions.