Communal Blog

Our learnings and knowledge about how you can leverage software and technology to improve your member-based organization.

A Year in Review: 2025 Client AchievementsProduct Updates

A Year in Review: 2025 Client Achievements

Celebrating our clients incredible 2025 achievements: $4.5M+ in transactions, 62K+ new users, 186K+ volunteer hours, 33K+ registrations, and 77K+ bookings.

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MacKenna Posey
Jan 5, 2026 · 2 min read
December 2025 Product UpdatesProduct Updates

December 2025 Product Updates

December product updates including Priority Waitlist, enhanced transaction visibility, improved waiver flow, Membership Directory, and new sorting options across the platform.

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MacKenna Posey
Dec 29, 2025 · 3 min read
November 2025: Customization & Control UpdatesProduct Updates

November 2025: Customization & Control Updates

Explore the latest platform enhancements including customizable membership card delivery emails, voided invoice visibility, Stripe payment retry visuals, overdue invoice notifications, program filtering, and consolidated user profile views.

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MacKenna Posey
Dec 9, 2025 · 4 min read
October 2025: Exports & Registration UpdatesProduct Updates

October 2025: Exports & Registration Updates

Explore the latest platform enhancements including bulk clone registration opportunities, organization exports, file uploads during registration, user restoration, program ordering, and downloadable invoices and receipts.

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MacKenna Posey
Nov 4, 2025 · 3 min read
August Platform Updates: A Year in the MakingProduct Updates

August Platform Updates: A Year in the Making

Explore why and how we rebuilt the foundations of Communal, what’s changed behind the scenes, and how these upgrades set the stage for a faster, more secure, and more reliable platform experience going forward.

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Matt Elliott
Oct 16, 2025 · 2 min read
Manage Long-Term Renters with Rental Form LinksProduct UpdatesFacility Management

Manage Long-Term Renters with Rental Form Links

Discover how organizations are simplifying their rental workflow by combining admin-booked rentals with shareable form links to better serve long-term renters like yoga instructors, music teachers, and community groups.

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MacKenna Posey
Aug 6, 2025 · 5 min read
Dev Dungeon: Four New Features - August 2025Product UpdatesFeatures

Dev Dungeon: Four New Features - August 2025

Discover four exciting new features in Communal designed to streamline your day-to-day operations: shareable private program links, rental form improvements, admin conflict checking, and flexible facility entry instructions.

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MacKenna Posey
Aug 5, 2025 · 5 min read
5 Non-Profit Event Software Tools for 2025Event Management

5 Non-Profit Event Software Tools for 2025

Discover 5 event management software for nonprofits that can transform your event planning and fundraising efforts. Streamline event registration, enhance donor management, and boost engagement with these lesser-known yet powerful event management tools tailored for nonprofits.

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Wade Jacques
Jan 17, 2025 · 5 min read
Communal 2024 Year in ReviewYear in Review

Communal 2024 Year in Review

Reflecting on an incredible year of growth and impact at Communal. From processing over $3M in transactions to tracking 70,000+ volunteer hours, see how our platform helped empower community organizations in 2024.

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Wade Jacques
Jan 2, 2025 · 5 min read
How Can Nonprofits Choose the Right CRM System?Non-Profit ManagementSoftware

How Can Nonprofits Choose the Right CRM System?

Discover how nonprofits can select the ideal CRM system to streamline operations, enhance donor relationships, and boost fundraising efforts. Learn key features, evaluation strategies, and implementation tips for choosing the right nonprofit CRM.

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Wade Jacques
Aug 19, 2024 · 5 min read
5 Features Your Community Association NeedsMembership ManagementNon-Profit ManagementSoftware

5 Features Your Community Association Needs

Discover the essential features community association management software needs in 2025: member databases, online payments, communication tools, event management, and financial reporting.

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Wade Jacques
Aug 16, 2024 · 5 min read
Crowdfunding in Canada for NonprofitsDonor ManagementNon-Profit ManagementFundraising

Crowdfunding in Canada for Nonprofits

Learn how to start a crowdfunding campaign in Canada and how to manage your funds effectively.

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Wade Jacques
Aug 12, 2024 · 5 min read
Membership Management Software for NonprofitsMembership ManagementNon-Profit ManagementSoftware

Membership Management Software for Nonprofits

Discover how membership database software can streamline operations, enhance member engagement, and drive your nonprofit's mission forward.

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Wade Jacques
Mar 20, 2024 · 5 min read
Camp Registration SoftwareSoftwareCamp Management

Camp Registration Software

Summer camp registration software is a must-have for any camp. It can help you manage your campers, staff, and volunteers, as well as keep track of payments and other important information. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the best summer camp registration software options available today.

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Wade Jacques
Mar 20, 2024 · 5 min read
Top 6 Low-Cost Membership & Event SoftwareCommunity ManagementNon-Profit ManagementSoftware

Top 6 Low-Cost Membership & Event Software

Looking for a low-cost community membership and event management software? Here are the top 6 options to consider.

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Wade Jacques
Jan 11, 2024 · 5 min read
Digital Membership Cards for Non-ProfitsMembership ManagementNon-Profit ManagementDigital Membership Cards

Digital Membership Cards for Non-Profits

Unlock the full potential of digital membership cards at your non-profit organization. Learn how to choose, implement, and optimize for maximum member engagement and operational efficiency.

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Wade Jacques
Oct 3, 2023 · 5 min read
8 Donor and Volunteer Management Software ToolsDonor ManagementVolunteer Management

8 Donor and Volunteer Management Software Tools

Investigate the top 8 donor and volunteer management software solutions that are transforming non-profit operations today.

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Wade Jacques
Sep 15, 2023 · 5 min read
Best Membership Database Software for NonprofitsSoftwareNon-Profit Management

Best Membership Database Software for Nonprofits

Picking a software solution for your non-profit can be a daunting task. Learn how to pick the best membership database software for your non-profit.

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Wade Jacques
Sep 13, 2023 · 5 min read