From the HYS blog
Insights on sponsorship management, nonprofit technology, and building stronger donor relationships.
12 min read · March 6, 2026
The Future of Sponsorship Programs: Smarter, More Connected Giving
AI, blockchain, and mobile apps transform sponsorship programs—boosting transparency, donor engagement, and operational efficiency.
10 min read · March 4, 2026
Why Your Donation Matters: How Small Gifts Create Life-Changing Impact
How small gifts ($5–$39) add up to fund education, healthcare, and community projects, with studies and real stories showing measurable long-term impact.
13 min read · March 3, 2026
The Importance of Real-Time Data in Nonprofit Management
Real-time data lets nonprofits act instantly—optimizing fundraising, donor engagement, and finances with live dashboards and automated workflows.
10 min read · March 2, 2026
Featuring Recipients: A Simple Way to Boost Sponsorships
Share authentic recipient stories with photos and updates to build emotional connections, increase donor trust, and grow sponsorships.
13 min read · February 28, 2026
The Importance of Household Giving Visibility
Centralize household donor data to reduce duplicate appeals, improve retention, uncover high-capacity families, and boost fundraising with automated insights.
4 min read · February 27, 2026
February Feature Highlights
This Month’s Number: 57 Only 57% of online donors believe nonprofits clearly communicate the impact of their gifts. That means nearly half of donors may still be unsure about the difference they’re making. This month’s updates are focused on helping you close that gap with clearer reporting, a smoother donor experience, and tools that make impact more visible at the moment donors are ready to give. Trips Feature in Beta Track mission trip donations. Plan and monitor mission trips like never b
15 min read · February 27, 2026
The Role of Privacy in Modern Sponsorship Programs
Guidance for nonprofits to secure donor and beneficiary data, comply with GDPR/CPRA/PCI, and build trust through transparent sponsorship privacy practices.
13 min read · February 25, 2026
Strengthening Donor Trust Through Better Communication
Boost donor retention with transparent, timely, and personalized communication — fast thank-yous, clear receipts, impact stories, and regular updates.
13 min read · February 24, 2026
How Wealth Insights Can Guide Your Fundraising Strategy
Wealth screening helps nonprofits identify under-engaged, high-capacity donors, set precise asks, and tailor outreach to win major gifts.