sgEngage

APRIL 18, 2023

Sometimes trends are purely of the moment—a fun way to mark the past, like shag carpet and 8-track tapes. But sometimes trends are the beginning of an idea, just starting to take shape, that will become the norm in a few years or a few decades.

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sgEngage

MARCH 31, 2023

But above that, the evidence is irrefutable: a more diverse and inclusive organization is a better-performing organization. Organizations working toward social impact know this better than most industries. But for grantmaking organizations, the DEI effort is two-fold. How are you recruiting staff and volunteers?

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2023

Not all nonprofit trends need to be big and industry-changing. Mini trends are perfect for sprucing up your fundraising without making monumental changes to how you do things. Read on to learn all about these great nonprofit trends you should implement at your organization. Qgiv accepts donations via Apple Pay and Venmo.

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sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2023

And that work can come in a variety of forms: work by your grantee to fill out long applications with questions about programs, finances, staff, sustainability, and internal controls that get read and then filed. As a grantmaking organization, you feel strongly about your impact area. Trust must be earned. Earning” denotes work.

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is radically changing the way organizations work. From programs that make complex data-based decisions to applications that transcribe spoken words into text, AI offers new opportunities to do things more creatively and efficiently. But as with any tool, we need to agree as an organization on how we use it.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 1, 2023

With each new advancement, trends in healthcare technology promise to improve standard care coordination and data management for increased patient satisfaction. However, the technological landscape rapidly changes, and some trends will be worth greater vigilance than others.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 15, 2024

According to Community Brands Association Trends research, 84% of association professionals see building trust as a top priority. But how can your association boost member trust and solidify your industry reputation? Read our blog to discover three ways ASSH increased trust in their organization.

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sgEngage

MARCH 10, 2023

If a grantmaking organization creates a funding opportunity, but there is no way for anyone to hear about it, does it make an impact? This will help you respond quickly to any changes in security best practices or if your organization is the victim of a data breach. Above all, make sure your form 990-PF is complete.

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TechImpact

APRIL 24, 2014

Because of this, anticipating tech trends is the only way to ensure your nonprofit is staying ahead of the latest technology. Here are 9 buzz words and tech trends that your nonprofit needs to be on the look out for in the coming months and years. It is essentially abstracting hardware from the delivery of business applications.

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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

Even with the threat of recession on the horizon, these statistics indicate that the Great Resignation does not appear to be a passing trend. Applicants are seeking work/life balance, personal fulfillment, and career development. Consider whether there is someone in your organization who could advance to fill that position.

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.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

Board members are personally responsible for the organization’s compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Organize panel discussions featuring the Finance Committee. Circulate articles and information on best practices and trends in finance. Offering online dashboards that make financial trends easy to spot.

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sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2023

Add in the fact that employees of nonprofits and grantmaking organizations feel a true sense of purpose that often pushes them to work longer hours with fewer resources than most for-profit companies, and that burnout can be deeper and more pervasive. Clarify what work hours look like and what is expected.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

General guidance for fundraisers Here is general guidance on actions fundraisers can take based on fundraising trends and best practices drawn from the report. Collaborate with peers : Engage with other fundraisers and organizations to share insights and best practices. Your own careful review of the report is encouraged.

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Candid

MAY 15, 2024

At the Honnold Foundation, we had been working in partnership with grassroots organizations for some time before we learned that there was a term for the kind of grantmaking we do: trust-based philanthropy (TBP). We realize that some of the most impactful work is being done by organizations HF might not know about.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Customized for small nonprofits on a limited budget, the Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits webinar highlights current trends in using social media for fundraising, advocacy, and storytelling. 7%: Our organization does not need to fundraise. 35%: Our organization does not believe we could raise much money on Facebook.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 11, 2016

What Business Application Training Accomplishes. This blog will now focus on the list of generic business application training that will not only expand the learning and development program of your organization but will also enhance the competencies of your workforce. Well, I am here to tell you that there indeed is.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 2, 2021

As open data, it can be used and republished by any person or organization worldwide. Service providers to the nonprofit sector can analyze the data for emerging trends and use the data in their content marketing strategy (blog posts, reports, webinars, etc.). Media organizations can use the data in articles and research projects.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 29, 2024

A majority of nonprofit leaders are seeing new or continued efforts from their funders to change their grantmaking practices, including reduced restrictions and streamlined application and reporting processes. nonprofits that is representative of the national landscape of organizations that receive at least some foundation funding.

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sgEngage

MAY 16, 2024

Applications, proposals, progress reports, impact metrics – the data collected throughout the grantmaking lifecycle is vast and ever-growing. It empowers organizations to allocate resources based on evidence and measurable impact, not just intuition. Grantmakers are swimming in a sea of information.

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sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2023

Maybe your organization even uses some early AI for administrative tasks, like a chatbot for questions. AI in Grant Applications Perhaps the most obvious place to start would be the application process. A chatbot could help your applicants overcome issues with access or help troubleshoot questions during the application process.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

By Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE , Founder and CEO at The International Social Impact Institute and Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, adapting to the digital realm has become a pivotal challenge. Among the innovative tools that have garnered attention is ChatGPT.

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OneCause

MARCH 27, 2023

Join cutting-edge nonprofits for two full days (September 11 – 12, 2023) of trends, best practices, and sessions to unlock the innovator in all of us. These session tracks expose you to current industry trends straight from industry thought leaders. You will hear the newest ideas to level up your organization’s fundraising initiatives.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Well, for the majority of organizations, the transformation is over. Organizations are becoming cyborgs or integrated with and inextricable from, the technology that keeps them operating. Understanding trends before they become essentials is key to staying on track. Is digital transformation dead? First, pay attention.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

Changing a core piece of software at your grantmaking organization is no picnic. If it’s time for you to start looking for a new grant management system, use this opportunity to evaluate your processes, figure out what needs to change, and find a solution that can growth with your organization.

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Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

Generative AI products, such as ChatGPT, are examples of a branch of AI called machine learning, which is concerned with learning from data to surface trends and predictions. As these technologies mature, so do their applications. Can this tool help people arrive at a deeper understanding of how Candid’s data can support their success?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 1, 2021

By not using an email marketing service, your organization can not track open and engagement rates, segment your subscribers, or ensure that the opt-in is consensual. According to the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report , 26% of online donors say that email is the communication tool that most inspires them to give.

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VQ Strategies

JANUARY 24, 2022

Barbara’s insightful post , in which she distinguishes between being nice and being kind, spoke directly to conversations I was having individually with three new volunteer engagement professionals about volunteer applications and screening. If anyone and everyone is accepted, is it clear that the volunteers are even part of a community?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

By Bryna Dilman , Director of Marketing at FrontStream , who offers expert tips to nonprofit organizations planning to move their in-person auctions online. . To maximize efforts and drive greater donations, below are some critical steps to keep in mind before jumping on this emerging trend in online fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Also, data from the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report reveals that 45% of online donors worldwide are enrolled in a monthly giving program. Also, with organic reach at an all-time low, your nonprofit should invest in social media advertising. 2020 Social Media Size Guide ). Double the Donation is only open to U.S.

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Forum One

JULY 13, 2021

Apple’s latest privacy updates will affect data sources commonly used by mission-driven organizations. Let’s explore how your organization can adapt to the changes. Google Analytics utilizes first-party cookies, so it won’t be impacted by the wider trend of blocking third-party cookies.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 9, 2023

In healthcare organizations, it is vital to be able to show quantitative measurement of your impact, whether you are showing the community benefit impact, tracking dollars spent delivering direct services or reporting back to donors. Do you know how long it takes your grantees to complete your application process?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

At a recent webinar hosted by Grantmakers for Effective Organizations, Jennifer Chheang of The California Endowment (TCE) and Allie VanHeast of the Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KCF) shared how they are using Demographics via Candid in practice to better understand alignment with institutional goals and measure their progress.

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Media Cause

JUNE 27, 2023

Similar to your organic social efforts, you want to make sure you’re promoting paid social ads across channels where you can meet your audience as they go through their daily, digital routines. Leverage Trends When Applicable (Or Create Your Own!) This ensures you’re not wasting spend on areas that won’t drive results.

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Candid

JULY 5, 2022

private and community foundations to understand recent giving trends and forecast where giving is headed. [ 1 ] This year, we asked funders about their giving in FYE (fiscal year end) 2020 and 2021, including funding designated for COVID-19 [ 2 ] and what trends they are paying attention to this year. Looking ahead: 2022 trends ? .

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

How important is it for them to understand and keep up with the new trends in technology? To answer these questions and more, we at Smart Online™ used this last quarter of 2010 to try and unravel the ‘Technology Trends for Nonprofits’ in 2011. But you can also develop innovative applications that specifically target mobile users.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 2, 2022

Leveraging grant writing is a fantastic way to bring in non-dues revenue to your organization, however, getting started can be a daunting task. Networking within your community can also shed light on new grant application opportunities. There are over three million philanthropic funds currently available. Don’t get creative.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 22, 2014

Are the same trends applicable? As a result, I put together my perspective on this game changing technology for arts and cultural organizations. Mobile is no longer something that makes you different or cool as an organization, it’s an expectation of your visitors and patrons. There is now a better way.

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