The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Top Nonprofit Blogs to Bookmark Today. It’s no surprise: thought leaders in the nonprofit sector, many with decades of experience, still take the time to give back to others. Claire Axelrad ( @charityclairity on Twitter) has been called a Fundraising Ninja, and we have to agree.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Sponsored by C ollidescope – an online platform that connects influencers, nonprofits, and socially responsible companies to create positive change and amplify impact. In our current digital landscape, having a strong social media presence is essential for nonprofit organizations.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 29, 2023

Let’s imagine a familiar scenario: the end of your nonprofit organization’s current fundraising campaign is approaching. Around the office or in your virtual workspace, fundraisers bustle, scheduling presentations, making calls, and otherwise wrapping up on a high note.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

By Jessica Fox , writer at Eventgroove – a one-stop, integrated platform for events, fundraisers, and e-commerce driven to help its customers amplify their brand and reach their goals. AI as a writing tool can make you even more efficient and give you time to do other things like plan great fundraising campaigns. At the dog park.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Below are the notes from the “10 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Trends to Watch in 2022” webinar presented by Heather Mansfield on December 1. The webinar was designed as a supplemental course to the webinar series required to earn a Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising. Thank you and Happy New Year!

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Donorbox

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The art of soliciting donations is essential for the long-term success of a nonprofit. While many people are uncomfortable asking for donations, it remains a necessary part of fundraising. Donors expect appeals from nonprofits and look forward to the opportunity to support causes they hold dear.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Not sure what to write for your nonprofit blog? Continue reading to learn how to determine what type of posts you should write, how long your post should be, how to edit your own work, strategies for getting past the dreaded writer’s block when writing your blog, and more. Find topics for your blog Make your blog work for you.

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EveryAction

JULY 3, 2023

This week, our friends at Cornershop Creative are dropping in to talk about the best ways for nonprofits of all sizes to improve their website performance, increase user engagement, and ultimately boost digital fundraising. Are there any gaps in your current digital fundraising and engagement strategy?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 17, 2022

This is the second webinar in a series of four that are part of a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits. Those who register for all four webinars will earn a Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good. There are no refunds.

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2023

By Meredith Gray , Head of Marketing at Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. As the world becomes increasingly more digital, nonprofits around the globe are recognizing the importance of accepting online donations as a form of giving.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 29, 2020

The research reports listed below are a small sampling of the research available to nonprofits, NGOs, and charities worldwide. The data can be used to help your organization craft your next online fundraising and digital marketing strategy. For Nonprofits Worldwide: 1. For Nonprofits Worldwide: 1. Published by Classy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Initially a reluctant blogger, I launched Nonprofit Tech 2.0 in August 2009 and within a few months came to the conclusion that blogging had been the missing piece in my social media campaigns. That first month Nonprofit Tech 2.0 As of last month, Nonprofit Tech 2.0 Nonprofit Tech 2.0 received 13,000 visitors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 15, 2020

1) Should your nonprofit fundraise cryptocurrency? Hundreds of nonprofits now accept cryptocurrency donations. Bitcoin is perhaps the fastest and most tax-efficient way for donors to support nonprofits, but not all nonprofits should accept cryptocurrency. 2) How can our nonprofit accept cryptocurrency donations?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

By Kayla Matthews , writer at ProductivityTheory.com – a blog dedicated to helping others better their productivity. Instagram can be a powerful tool for nonprofits wanting to connect to a broader audience. Instagram is all about visual content, meaning you’ll need a new approach to use the site effectively.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

This is the ninth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

As fundraisers, we strive to create meaningful impact and cultivate lasting relationships with supporters, donors, and the communities we serve. In this blog, we’ll cover donor segmentation basics and why it’s an essential strategy to help deepen donor relationships, boost engagement, and execute successful nonprofit email campaigns.

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Candid

MAY 1, 2024

As you may have heard, we’re building new Candid tools to help those working in the social sector to do good even more efficiently and effectively in a fast-changing world. As Candid product managers imagine possible solutions, they meet one-on-one with nonprofit professionals. What problems are we trying to solve?

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Greater Giving

MARCH 19, 2024

Leading with Purpose: Essential Traits of Effective Nonprofit Leaders The nonprofit sector thrives on passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference. Leading a nonprofit requires a unique set of skills that go beyond traditional management styles. But passion alone doesn’t guarantee success.

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

Unless you measure your nonprofit’s performance, it’s impossible to know where you are succeeding and where you need to focus future efforts. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to measuring performance, but every successful fundraising team should have the ability to assess and refine its data.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We’ve curated a nonprofit reading list to help your organization make the most out of this charitable time of year. Level up your annual fund appeals Are you sending an annual fundraising appeal at the end of the year? Level up your annual fund appeals Are you sending an annual fundraising appeal at the end of the year?

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Donorbox

MAY 4, 2023

Donor-centric fundraising has dominated the fundraising field for a while, but many organizations have started to debate the usefulness of this way of doing things. Community-centered fundraising is the new kid on the block, focusing on beneficiaries’ needs over donors’ interests.

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DonorPerfect

JANUARY 31, 2024

Balancing workforce dynamics in today’s job market is a shared challenge for nonprofits and for-profits alike, where competitive salaries, benefits, and flexibility are non-negotiables. Limited resources can present even more obstacles for nonprofits.

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sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

If your nonprofit organization is eager to harness the full potential of your digital fundraising efforts and give your donors what they expect, it’s good to have a guide. The Dawn of Digital Philanthropy Online donations emerged as a fundraising force in the mid-1990s, marking a pivotal shift in how nonprofits engage with donors.

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Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Once you’ve established a new nonprofit , one of your first considerations will likely be fundraising. You should also have a plan for how to effectively manage your funding, which is where your financial strategy comes into play. Fundraising costs. Administrative costs.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In today’s competitive marketplace, it’s more important than ever for nonprofits to have a strong brand. But what exactly is a nonprofit branding strategy? What is a nonprofit branding strategy? A nonprofit branding strategy is a plan for how you want your organization to be perceived by the public.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As technology evolves, there are new ways nonprofits like yours can take advantage of advancements to save time and raise more money. AI for nonprofits can be a real game changer in the fundraising landscape. How do you use AI for fundraising? It also has paid versions that can offer more tools for your nonprofit to use.

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Candid

JANUARY 17, 2024

Candid’s ongoing commitment is to ensure all nonprofits and their communities have equitable access to Candid’s resources. Our mission is to get you what you need to do good—and that includes free access to the nonprofit resources, insights, and tools listed below. foundations have websites.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Wouldn’t life be easier if people opened and read your fundraising emails? So, what can you do to get more people to open and respond to your fundraising emails? If you’re using email as a fundraising and donor communications tool, you can’t afford to send anything dull. That’s average. ). Still, we all want better open rates.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Does a nonprofit’s mission statement influence its fundraising efforts? New research conducted using data from Candid suggests that understanding this relationship can boost your nonprofit’s fundraising success. An effective nonprofit mission statement draws supporters and donors to an organization.

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Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

Foundation grants can be one of several revenue streams in a nonprofit organization’s sustainable fundraising plan. Naturally, most nonprofits will try to secure a grant at some point. Foundations want to see that you’ve been operating for a while and have an established track record of effective programs.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

As technology continues to advance, nonprofits are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline and optimize their fundraising efforts, and for good reason. Predictive analysis, chatbots , and automation have the power to increase fundraising capacity. Clearly explain the purpose and benefits of AI tools.

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Donorbox

APRIL 10, 2022

But for fundraisers… it’s also about thinking of and executing creative and effective Christmas fundraising ideas. In our Thanksgiving Fundraising Ideas blog post, we talked about the importance of fundraising during November […].

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Candid

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

If you are a California-based nonprofit or solicit any donations in California, it’s critical to understand California AB 488 (AB 488). A new law that went into effect in California on January 1, 2023, AB 488 is aimed at improving transparency and accountability in online charitable fundraising. What is California AB 488?

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sgEngage

MARCH 13, 2024

This report compares peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising data from 2020, 2021, and 2022. As peer-to-peer fundraisers are all too aware, those were particularly disruptive years for the industry given the impact of COVID-19 on in-person events. What does the future of peer-to-peer fundraising look like? in 2021 and by 15.4%

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Elevation

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In today's digital age, online marketing has become an indispensable tool for nonprofits to achieve their goals. When it comes to nonprofit organizations, one of the most crucial aspects is attracting donations. Thankfully, there are specific strategies and platforms that can help nonprofits effectively boost their fundraising efforts.

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Donorbox

APRIL 25, 2022

Crowdfunding has become increasingly popular way to fundraise among nonprofits – it’s an effective way to reach a wide audience, raising both awareness and critical funds. These types of campaigns focus on meeting a fundraising goal for a specific cause or need within a set timeframe.

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