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Question: We are a small non-profit looking for new fundraising/donor database software. Any suggestions?

We are currently managing about 9000 records and will probably add about 1000 or a little more per year. We need software that will not be too expensive and will have low or no monthly fees.

Answer: Hi – there is a great organization called Tech Soup – they offer nonprofits software at deeply discounted prices, like 90% off retail. For example, I got a copy of MicroSoft FrontPage for something like $15 there.

Here is their website:

http://www.techsoup.org

Do you need a relational database or a flat database? If you use MicroSoft products, Access might work for you (which is a relational database).

I have heard great things about both iMUS and Raiser’s Edge. I think Tech Soup sells Raiser’s Edge. Or you could even call Tech Soup and ask them for recommendations.

Hope this helps! Julie

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