Javan Van Gronigen

Javan Van Gronigen, a prominent leader in digital innovation and brand advancement, serves as the Founder and Creative Director of Fifty & Fifty and Donately. With a background as the former Art Director for respected firms like Digitaria/Mirum and Invisible Children, Javan launched Fifty & Fifty in 2009 to elevate nonprofits with top-tier web design and branding. His strategic vision extends to Donately, where he drives initiatives to revolutionize fundraising through innovative digital solutions. Javan's unwavering commitment to positive change resonates in every project, leaving a lasting impact on the nonprofit sector.

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The Rise of Cause Marketing: Connecting Purpose with Business Success

Explore how cause marketing connects nonprofits and businesses for mutual success. Learn key strategies, benefits, and real-world examples to grow your reach and impact.

HubSpot for Nonprofits: How It Works, Key Benefits, and Best Practices

Discover how HubSpot helps nonprofits streamline donor management, automate outreach, and grow smarter. Learn top features, benefits, and best practices for using HubSpot with Donately. Plus, there’s a free CRM to get started.

Top Companies That Donate to Nonprofits: Leading the Way in Corporate Philanthropy

Explore top corporate donors and learn how your nonprofit can partner with mission-aligned companies to boost funding, visibility, and long-term impact.

A schools within 40 minutes of every child in Armenia

See how TUMO uses Donately to raise over $24M for rural education in Armenia—funding 30+ locations with a campaign built on personalized donor journeys.

Navigating the Key Fundraising Trends for Nonprofits in 2025

Explore 7 nonprofit fundraising trends for 2025—from AI tools to personalized donor journeys—and learn how to adapt for better results this year.

How Crowdfunding Sites Can Multiply Nonprofit Revenue

Crowdfunding sites help nonprofits raise more, faster. Learn how to choose the right platform to boost donations, cut costs, and grow your reach.

Impactful Visuals: Enhancing Campaigns with Donately's Multimedia Tools

Bring your campaigns to life with Donately’s multimedia tools. Learn how visuals—images, video, GIFs, and infographics—can boost donor engagement, improve accessibility, and strengthen your storytelling across all platforms.

Future-Proof Your Fundraising: The Significance of Customizable Donation Forms for Nonprofits

Custom donation forms are the future of nonprofit fundraising. Learn how personalization, CRM integration, mobile optimization, and tailored giving options boost donor engagement and drive sustainable support—powered by Donately.

Cultivating a Culture of Philanthropy: How to Engage Your Entire Team in Fundraising

Build a culture of philanthropy by engaging your entire team in fundraising. Learn how to lead by example, communicate impact, offer training, and celebrate contributions to drive greater support for your mission.

Be Best-in-Breed with Best-in-Breed Tools

Choosing best-in-breed tools over all-in-one solutions gives your organization more flexibility, performance, and scalability. Learn the pros, cons, and integration tips—plus see Donately’s top picks across CRM, automation, email, and CMS.

Uplifting Small Businesses with the Barstool Fund

Learn how the Barstool Fund used Donately to raise $20M+ online, support 600+ small businesses, and process a donation every 3 seconds during peak hours—all with a seamless, scalable platform.

4 Tips for Giving Presentations at Fundraising Events

Make your next fundraising event presentation count with these four practical tips: speak directly to your audience, keep it concise, encourage interaction, and highlight multiple ways to give.

Top 5 Benefits of Corporate Social Responsibility

Learn the top 5 benefits of corporate social responsibility (CSR), including stronger brand loyalty, employee engagement, and business growth—plus real-world CSR examples.

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: The Ultimate Guide

Learn how to run a successful peer-to-peer fundraising campaign—from strategy and software to creative event ideas and best practices that grow support and maximize donations.

What is Nonprofit Crowdfunding?

Nonprofit crowdfunding lets you raise money online through small donations from many supporters. Learn how it works, top strategies, and tips to launch a winning campaign.

20+ Donation Form Best Practices for Nonprofits (& Examples)

Discover 20+ proven best practices to optimize your nonprofit’s online donation form and increase conversions. From simplifying form fields and using mobile-friendly design to embedding matching gift tools and offering recurring giving options, this guide walks through everything you need to boost donations. Includes top donation form examples from leading nonprofits.

4 Effective Web Design Strategies That Can Boost Donations

Boost online donations with smart web design. Follow these four strategies—accessibility, mobile optimization, intuitive forms, and flexible giving options—to turn more visitors into donors.

Diversifying Your Fundraising Strategy With Google Ad Grants

Discover how Google Ad Grants can expand your nonprofit’s reach and boost fundraising. Learn five smart ways to use your $10,000/month ad credit—from driving traffic and promoting events to attracting donors and volunteers—for sustainable growth and greater impact.

The 25 Best Classy (GoFundMe Pro) Alternatives & Competitors

Looking for a more affordable or flexible alternative to Classy? This guide breaks down 25 top Classy competitors for nonprofit fundraising and donor management—grouped by all-in-one tools, CRM platforms, and fundraising-specific solutions. Whether you need better donor relationships, peer-to-peer tools, or customizable donation forms, you’ll find powerful options like Donately, Bloomerang, NeonCRM, and more—many with lower costs and simpler interfaces.

Fundraising Inspiration: How to Design Emails for Donations

Email drives up to a third of online nonprofit donations. Learn how smart design—from bold CTAs to emotional imagery—can turn your emails into powerful fundraising tools.

How to Add T-Shirts to Your Next Nonprofit Campaign

Boost fundraising and visibility with custom nonprofit t-shirts. Learn how to design, promote, and sell shirts that raise money and turn supporters into ambassadors.

Tips for Each Social Media Network

Nonprofits can grow their reach by using social media strategically. Learn platform-specific tips to boost engagement and drive traffic to your website.