From the HYS blog
Insights on sponsorship management, nonprofit technology, and building stronger donor relationships.
18 min read · March 30, 2026
10 Standards for Child Sponsorship Programs
Ten ethical standards for child sponsorship programs covering protection, transparency, monitoring, legal compliance, and measurable impact.
15 min read · March 28, 2026
How to Identify Customization Needs for Donor Platforms
Identify workflow gaps, gather donor and staff feedback, and prioritize six targeted customizations to streamline sponsorship management.
9 min read · March 27, 2026
Best Practices for Donor Workflow Personalization
Scale personalized donor engagement with centralized data, automation, and AI-driven workflows for accurate, timely communication.
11 min read · March 25, 2026
How Audit Reporting Builds Donor Trust
How transparent audits and clear financial reporting increase donor confidence and sustain long-term support.
11 min read · March 24, 2026
Why Data Ethics Matter in Sponsorship Programs
Ethical data use—privacy, informed consent, transparency and bias reduction—is essential in sponsorship programs to protect donors and sustain trust.
13 min read · March 23, 2026
Best Practices for CRM and Payment Processor Integration
Sync donor payments with your CRM to reduce errors, automate reconciliation, boost retention, and maintain PCI-compliant security.
12 min read · March 21, 2026
How to Train Staff for Child Sponsorship Programs
Step-by-step guidance to assess needs, build role-specific training, use HelpYouSponsor, and measure outcomes for effective child sponsorship programs.
10 min read · March 21, 2026
5 Data Security Tips for Nonprofit Sponsorship Programs
Practical security steps for nonprofit sponsorship programs: RBAC, encryption and backups, data minimization, staff training, and incident response.
10 min read · March 20, 2026
Checklist for Effective Performance Audits in Nonprofits
Step-by-step checklist for nonprofit performance audits: set goals, gather records, test controls, analyze program results, report findings, and act.