From the Gratona blog
Insights on sponsorship management, nonprofit technology, and building stronger donor relationships.
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.
10 min read · April 11, 2026
How Cross-Border Fees Impact Sponsorship Donations
Currency conversion, wire and processing fees can cut 5–15% from international sponsorship donations — and nonprofits can limit losses.
11 min read · April 10, 2026
Top 5 Mobile Apps for Sponsor-Child Engagement
Compare five mobile apps that streamline sponsor-child communication, donations, progress tracking, and photo/video updates.
14 min read · April 8, 2026
Donor-Centered Stories vs. Child-Centric Narratives
Compare donor-centered and child-centric fundraising stories, their strengths and ethical risks, and how to blend them for respectful donor engagement.
15 min read · April 7, 2026
Top Payment Gateways with Built-In Currency Conversion
Compare six payment gateways that handle multi-currency donations, fees, and integrations to help nonprofits choose the best fit.
2 min read · April 6, 2026
Child Sponsorship Letter Generator
Create touching, personalized letters for child sponsorship programs with our easy tool. Connect with sponsors through meaningful updates!
12 min read · April 4, 2026
How Planned Giving Boosts Child Sponsorship Fundraising
Planned giving's role in child sponsorship: long-term funding, higher ROI, donor retention, and practical setup steps.