Nimble AMS

JULY 8, 2023

When you properly prepare for your next board meeting, you’ll keep the conversation focused on setting the right direction for your organization. Begin the conversation early. For example, are your employees currently feeling overworked and burdened by manual processes? Seek feedback. Boost c ollaborat ion.

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M+R

MARCH 26, 2024

The conversation between powell and Christian LoBue, M+R Win’s Executive Vice President, couldn’t have come at a more important moment. This year’s presidential election presents a myriad of challenges, and the path to victory often seems strewn with the wreckage of ethical compromise. Did you miss it? The short answer?

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The MatrixFiles

AUGUST 24, 2023

Or do they begin when the customer starts with a Google search, clicks on a link in an email, or has a conversation with a friend about something that they might need? It started when they had a conversation with their boss, did a Google search, or visited the website.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

The conversational nature of podcasts makes them a digestible way for supporters to learn about your nonprofit. For example, established donors might like to hear about how your fundraising initiatives are going, whereas people who are encountering your nonprofit for the first time might be more interested in your backstory.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 8, 2023

When you properly prepare for your next board meeting, you’ll keep the conversation focused on setting the right direction for your organization. Begin the conversation early. For example, are your employees currently feeling overworked and burdened by manual processes? Seek feedback. Boost c ollaborat ion.

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Candid

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In this blog, we’ll dive into why social media sharing is useful on GivingTuesday and a great way to encourage generosity. For example, on Instagram , around 12% of followers typically see your content, but on Facebook and LinkedIn , it’s 4% or less. Here’s the catch. Provide a social media sharing option as part of the ask.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 2, 2010

blog posts asking for your feedback, each with a specific topic and options. blog posts and conversations. presentations or speaker slides/notes. case studies or examples. Tags: blogging community content design feedback redesign website. Focus: What is the content you come here for most?

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

We suggest that you have a conversation and not send a survey. Some examples include: Data specific – What data empowers you? An example is how many new members did we acquire last month? Analytics is a strategic directive for many associations but there are many short-term returns that present themselves fairly quickly.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

It was a comprehensive process including an open-call part 1, an invitation-only part 2, a site visit for finalists, and a presentation highlighting best practices. Those questions can be in an application, in conversations with program officers, or during the deliberation meetings with your board. Take it out. Streamline your process!

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

An example might be if they bid 76 times in the silent auction but didn’t win anything they have some discretionary funds you may be able to cultivate their support toward a particular program. Listen Actively and Respond Proactively Be present and actively listen to your guests.

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 9, 2010

As I recently announced , I’m collaborating with Matt Chevy on a redesign of this website to freshen up the design, make presentations, resources and case studies all easier to find, and surface the rich conversations taking place in the comments. Here are some of the high-level key points. Look for that!

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In this session, Nicole and Rupinder are joined by Blackbaud’s Nick Mills and Ryan Turner to explore real-world examples of how customers have utilized Blackbaud’s Professional Services teams to build integrations and streamline workflows.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 27, 2011

Last week, I had the opportunity to present at the 2011 Volunteer Management for Nonprofits Conference here in New York. I’ve presented about Twitter before, as well, so in addition to sharing some notes and resources, and my slides, from the presentation on Friday, I want to also round up other Twitter-related posts and links here.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 1, 2020

1) Keep the Conversation with Donors Going. Examples: Make a second gift. For example, create a filter that includes all donors who have made a first-time gift. Forms with the highest conversion rates are the simplest forms with the fewest clicks required for your donors to contribute. First impressions are essential.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 22, 2011

Last week was the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference and not only did I have the pleasure of presenting a couple sessions, it was also my first NTC as a staffer, as I joined NTEN earlier this month. Presentation. I had a really wonderful time, and the Community-Driven Social Impact session was terrific! What’s the foundation of CDSI?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Blog: taprootfoundation.org/blog. Dupe: I love our blog – I has surprisingly become one of the strongest presence on our website. We also have an External Affairs Visita Volunteer who manages our blog space. Dupe: At present, Taproot is unique in that we don’t raise money in this way. Jumo: [link].

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

For example, you can create groups based on supporters’ giving habits, such as donation recency, type, amount, frequency, and reason for donating. Use blog posts or fundraising landing pages to highlight the positive impact that donations have on your ability to achieve your mission. Leverage A/B testing.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2023

But a grant proposal rejection letter presents opportunity, too. In this blog, we explore what to do when you get a rejection to a grant proposal and share questions you should ask the funder if your grant proposal isn’t selected. The post What to do after your grant proposal is rejected appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Candid

JULY 26, 2023

In this blog, we will revisit the basics of in-person meeting prep and provide suggestions for setting up successful hybrid meetings. Get an idea of what’s needed by asking yourself questions like: Will this meeting have one presenter the whole time, or will it be a larger group discussion?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

It’s a terrific book that captured my attention back in January when I wrote this on my blog: “It’s only January and the new book, When Everyone Leads , could likely be my pick for the best new leadership book of 2023. We love that you think it’s engaging in its presentation. It’s that good. Leadership comes in moments.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

It’s important to understand both the tasks that someone needs to do on a site—for example, donate, find resources—and the mindset they are in when visiting your site. In the examples below, some websites chose to ask their visitors what they need. 3) Bushfire Help.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

For example, you might attract 150 new donors and retain 55% of your existing donors within a year. Craft a conversion journey. You’ll want to be present and meet potential donors where they are in their journey. When the entire donor journey is addressed in your plan, conversion rates for donor acquisition are much stronger.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Gather Data on Your Current Application Before you present your suggestions to your leadership, have the data on your current application ready. You can ask your grantees for feedback through surveys, interviews, focus groups, or informal conversations. For example: Does your application represent your mission?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

I was in NYC over the weekend and Monday to attend and speak at the Mashable Social Good Summit , a three-day conference featuring discussions and presentations with global social activists, organizations, and new media experts. Getting from Collective Conversation to Impact. Remember to watch today at 2:45pm!

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The MatrixFiles

DECEMBER 15, 2022

This could be a template for your: newsletter, PowerPoint presentations, meeting pages, PDFs, press releases, or social media posts. For example, a link that says Click here is not useful to screen readers; “Register now” or “Read our annual report” is more helpful. People who use screen readers (e.g.,

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 20, 2011

Presentation. View more presentations from Amy Sample Ward. In my experience, the more diverse group you can get together to have this conversation and work through this planning together, the more complete a picture you can draw of your community. DIY Community Engagement Metrics. Do-It-Yourself. New grants or new programs.

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Candid

AUGUST 2, 2023

For example, Hurricane Katrina, in August of 2005, presented as a once-in-a-generation disaster. These examples not only show how far the philanthropic sector has moved in connecting climate change with natural disasters. appeared first on Candid Blog. That is no longer the case. Patrick’s Cathedral.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 22, 2023

In this blog, we will explore the signs of a successful nonprofit board by examining the specific areas where board members can contribute their time. Engaging in conversations with prospective donors and sharing the impact of the nonprofit’s work is a crucial step in building relationships and attracting vital resources.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

The social impact landscape in Romania is complex and exciting – you can see struggle and hope, fear and enthusiasm mixed in every conversation and every presentation. I had the opportunity to facilitate the IT track and had lots of fun poking, prodding, and supporting some really interesting conversations and sharing sessions.

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Cloud 4 Good

APRIL 14, 2022

Eric’s session allowed participants to sit back and listen to him walk us through the progression of his Salesforce career and share his best tips on thriving within the ecosystem during his “How Your Personal Brand Can Drive Your Career” presentation. For an additional recap of DevOps Dreamin’ 2022, visit Gearset’s post-event wrap-up blog.

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

Some examples: Employee retention rate Absenteeism rate Employee satisfaction, quantified on a questionnaire or survey Free Guide Development Plan Toolkit Download Now Utilizing Effective Data Tools Many nonprofits started out as a grassroots group with a dream and some bootstraps. How do you present nonprofit outcomes?

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3rd Sector Labs

AUGUST 22, 2014

Third Sector Labs recently presented a data migration webinar with host Bloomerang. You may download a copy of the presentation from the Resources section of our website. You may download a copy of the presentation from the Resources section of our website. Gary Carr , co-founder of Third Sector Labs, presented.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 29, 2011

I recently had the opportunity to present a webinar for the National Center for Media Engagement , focused on community-driven engagement, and present a session at the Public Media Development and Marketing Conference , talking about building a social media strategy. Defining Community. The questions he raised include: ??is

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Candid

JANUARY 10, 2023

Kicking off the conversation. Just remember to set a hard time limit on the kickoff portion of the meeting to avoid having it overtake the entire conversation. These can include hard stops, time limits for presentations, or expectations against multitasking. Meeting participation. That way, everyone can follow along.

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VQ Strategies

JULY 13, 2023

Being inspired by Thursday sessions on “Strategies for Creating a More Diverse and Inclusive Volunteer Program” presented by Joshua Rodgers of Habitat for Humanity International and seeing former clients Wsmah Siddiqui, Dima Akach, and Ali Mir of Islamic Relief USA presenting on the value of Volunteer Leaders.

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Amy Sample Ward

JULY 19, 2010

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. You can join the conversations in the comments, or click through to the original posts to find what others are saying. As she notes, her example has luck but it is an example of a growing model of a changing world. Check it out!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 17, 2024

Little trust is present among a team where a leader controls every employee’s action and decision. Establish psychological safety using proportional conversations. Teams where a manager spoke 80% of the time (or more) were less successful than teams who practiced equal turn-taking during discussions, or proportional conversation.

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