LENDonate Insights
Funding for Nonprofits in a Pandemic
In the last year, the world has seen a seismic shift in nearly every aspect of life, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. For those involved in the operation of nonprofit organizations carrying out important social and environmental work, sourcing much needed funding is a growing concern. As troubling as these times may seem, there […]
Read full article...3 Assessments When Considering Providing Collateral for a Nonprofit Loan
“No! Don’t do it!” is the most common response to the question “should I guarantee someone else’s loan?” The nonprofit that you support needs a loan to support their activities, whether it is to grow, bridge to an asset purchase, or invest in a program that will benefit the work that they do. Unfortunately, they […]
Read full article...Accredited Investors Can Make Impactful Choices
By virtue of their net worth and financial sophistication, investors accredited by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have access to an entire class of investment opportunities that the average investor does not. These investment opportunities range from hedge funds to venture capital and private equity. However, investing in too many of these may overexpose […]
Read full article...What You Need to Know About Nonprofit Business Loan Rates in 2021
A constantly shifting landscape has created uncertainty for many nonprofit organizations seeking to secure loans in the new year. At LENDonate, we’ve put together a look at what you need to know about nonprofit business loan rates as we head into 2021. Expect a Slight Rise in Nonprofit Business Loan Interest Rates As the economy […]
Read full article...How to Secure a Commercial Real Estate Loan for Nonprofits
So you’ve finally found it, the perfect working space for your nonprofit organization – but how do you obtain the funds to make the purchase? Capital campaigns are often necessary though time-consuming, and you need funds now. A commercial real estate (CRE) loan may be the perfect solution, but you need to be prepared. Our […]
Read full article...3 Ways Social Investment Is Becoming a Leading Financial Opportunity
What if it were possible to invest your money in a way that not only brings you profit but helps make the world a better place at the same time? Social investment does exactly that, by creating investments in organizations with social missions that are making a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Today […]
Read full article...3 Tips for Securing Working Capital with a Strategic Nonprofit Loan
Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in addressing society’s toughest challenges, but they are not immune to the financial realities of doing business. Just like a for-profit company, nonprofits need to pay expenses and strive to do better than just breakeven. The good news – according to the most recent Nonprofit Finance Fund survey, 76% […]
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