Better Giving Manifesto: Equipping Nonprofits for Financial Independence and Autonomy

Nonprofits are the champions of societal change, addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Yet, they often face barriers in the form of outdated systems, restrictive funding, and limited access to essential tools. At Better Giving, we’re committed to breaking down these barriers.

Our mission is to financially empower fellow nonprofits by providing a free, one-stop solution to fundraise, save, and invest. We believe that making financial sustainability easy and accessible creates lasting change for nonprofits. We stand with nonprofits, advocating for their rights and providing the resources they need to thrive.

We believe in these fundamental rights for all nonprofits.

1) The Right to Financial Self-Sufficiency

Every nonprofit deserves the opportunity to achieve financial self-sufficiency and resilience. 

This includes; 

• The freedom to grow and manage sustainable financial reserves
• Access to tools that foster long-term financial stability
• The ability to diversify funding sources

How we support this right:

• We offer a secure, high-yield savings account, enabling nonprofits to grow their funds steadily
• Our Sustainability Fund, with its 24% average annual return, provides a path to long-term financial growth
• We provide free donation processing, allowing nonprofits to maximize every contribution

2) The Right to Equal Opportunity

All nonprofits, regardless of size, location, or cause, should have equal access to fundraising technology, financial services, and education.

This encompasses:

• Fair access to tools and resources that simplify fundraising
• Equal opportunity to reach diverse donor bases
• Access to educational resources for financial empowerment

How we support this right:

• We offer unrestricted access to our platform for nonprofits of any size or location
• Our cost-leading fiscal sponsorship program helps international nonprofits access U.S. funding
• We provide free educational resources and webinars on digital fundraising and financial management

3) The Right to Organizational Autonomy

Nonprofits should have the independence to make decisions based on their mission and expertise. 

This right includes:

• The freedom to allocate funds according to organizational priorities
• Protection from excessive administrative burden
• The ability to innovate and adapt strategies

How we support this right:

• We advocate for trust-based philanthropy, encouraging unrestricted funding practices
• As a nonprofit ourselves, we streamline away reporting and administration work by handling donation processing and fund management
• We provide flexible tools that adapt to each nonprofit’s unique needs and strategies

At Better Giving, we envision a future where every nonprofit can fully exercise these rights—free from outdated systems and restrictive practices. We provide the tools and support you need to strengthen your financial future and achieve lasting impact.

Join Better Giving today and unlock the resources, support, and financial opportunities that will help your nonprofit thrive – on your own terms. 

Together, we can build a new era of philanthropy – one where nonprofits have the power, tools, and autonomy to lead their missions forward.