
Catalogs may not be the Springboard’s newest feature, but for nonprofits, they’re one of the most powerful and underused tools available. Whether you’re coordinating print materials across multiple programs, hosting a seasonal fundraiser, or just trying to make it easier for your team to access the right files, catalogs can quietly become one of the hardest working tools on your site.
Let’s take a look at how you can use catalogs in new ways without needing to build a full storefront or overhaul your workflow.
Raise Funds While Raising Awareness
Think beyond printed materials, catalogs can double down on your fundraising efforts. Whether you’re offering branded merchandise or running a seasonal campaign, a catalog gives you a polished, centralized space to:
- Launch online pop up shops for events or awareness campaigns
- Sell branded gear with proceeds supporting your mission
- Empower supporters to share and spread the word
- Understand what drives engagement through ordering data
Simplify Internal Ordering
Whether it’s donation envelopes, business cards, or event materials, chances are you have materials your staff or volunteers order again and again. With a catalog, they don’t have to track down old email threads or wonder if they’re using the right version. Everything is in one place, updated and ready to go. This results in fewer mistakes, faster communication and less admin time.
Support Your Chapters, Programs, or Partners
If your organization works across multiple locations, chapters, or programs, a catalog can help you:
- Offer consistent, on brand materials
- Gives teams access to what they need without custom requests
- Keep editable templates in one place (think flyers or forms with space for local information)
- Quickly update what’s being used and retire what isn’t
You’ll gain clarity and consistency, while empowering your partners to move faster and more confidently.
Start Small and Make a Big Impact
You don’t need dozens of items or a complicated setup. Even a basic catalog with 2-5 items can make a huge difference when it’s built intentionally. Here’s a step by step guide to help you get started. Want to think bigger or explore creative use cases like fundraising shops or tool kits? Give support a call (877.447.8936). We’d love to help you think outside the box.