Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

You meet with the donor, explain that your organization is exploring new types of giving programs, and ask if they’d be open to creating a bequest gift in their will. You can’t build trust in a new program if you can’t speak to it effectively. Instead, keep the focus on legacy-building. What happened? Emphasize the benefits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

You’ve been put in charge of leading the revamp of your organization’s website. A website build or redesign has technical but also design and execution aspects. Below is a list of processes and procedures you can take to prepare yourself and your organization to start your website build or redesign on a solid footing.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Whether you’re running a marathon to raise money for mental health or you are a nonprofit considering hosting a peer-to-peer birthday fundraiser , building an effective personal fundraising page is the first step towards creating positive change in the world. Start your appeal by explaining what the organization does.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

It was true even before the pandemic, but now—with nearly every aspect of our lives moved online in some way—the expectations of what a mission-driven organization can and must do to connect and engage with its community have changed. Organizations can no longer use their digital platforms to simply explain their mission or successes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Written by Findjoo , this is the third post in a series of three about best practices in digital marketing and fundraising for membership organizations and associations. Post 1: 12 Features Membership Organizations & Associations Should Look for in a CRM. Many organizations have a set date when members need to have renewed by.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Here’s an example from my experience. We leveraged our connections during COVID by organizing a weekly call to convene the key players. “On That hammered home the connection between relationship building and trust. Nancy and Kristine’s partner organizations certainly derived benefits from their collaboration.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

For example, Gen Z and Millennial audiences are active Instagram users, while older generations tend to be more active on Facebook. For example, recent studies have found that an effective time to post on Instagram is Mondays from 10 a.m. What should you post? Compare this research to engagement data from your previous posts.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 23, 2024

1 While all of these are useful tools for program development and planning, there is another strategy that provides consistent access to community input while also routinely building a supportive foundation from diverse, innovative ideas: the creation of strong advisory committees. What are advisory committees?

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Qgiv

AUGUST 2, 2022

They help your organization hit various event goals and lay the groundwork for successful future events. To maximize the potential of your key volunteers, it helps to organize them into a fundraising event committee with specific roles and expectations. How to build your fundraising event committee. The sooner the better!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

Over the past decade, organizations like Sierra Club , Greenpeace , and 350.org By deepening their commitments to sustainability, organizations across sectors have the opportunity to enact more sustainable business practices and set an example for peer organizations. From nonprofits like 350.org

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CauseVox

MARCH 4, 2021

If you’re part of a sorority or fraternity or an alum of a fraternal organization, you know that an important element of your Greek life is fundraising for your organization. Plus, having the built-in structure of your sisters and brothers makes this a great place to start in your fundraising journey. Be Specific. Be Visible.

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.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

Organizations of all stripes were quick to issue statements confirming their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. On the other hand, these barriers may be preventing some organizations from moving their ideals to action. But endorsement from their peers goes a long way toward building buy-in. Lack of resources.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

Giving to religion-based organizations often tops lists of philanthropic statistics. In fact, in the recent Giving USA 2020 report , donors gave more than $131 billion to religion-based organizations in the United States in 2020. . Unique Opportunities for Those Working for Religion-Based Organizations.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MARCH 7, 2022

Some organizations go further to work in 90-day increments. Building audience engagement over time as you reach the climax of the story arc or campaign. Next, let’s talk about the steps you can take to build a story arc for your next fundraising campaign. . 3 Steps to Build a Story Arc for Your Next Fundraising Campaign.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 22, 2022

I enjoy learning how organizations and teams get their work done, and we then kick around some ideas that can make things better. For example, recently I spoke with Barbara. She’s the CFO for a mid-sized cause-and-cure nonprofit organization and it sounded like she runs a tight ship. Three Ways to Start Bridge-Building.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. What do successful organizations all have in common? Technology powers successful organizations. It’s called Associations Thrive

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

Written by Findjoo , this is the second post in a series of three about best practices in digital marketing and fundraising for membership organizations and associations. Post #1: 12 Features Membership Organizations & Associations Should Look for in a CRM. To do this, there are a few simple tricks that you’ll need to use.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership. They are charged with posing and answering significant questions like these: Why was our organization founded?

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 23, 2020

Association CIOs: Ask yourself these six important questions before building your own AMS. With an in-house developer, your association might be tempted to build a custom Association Management System (AMS). But when it’s time for a new AMS system , experience shows it’s usually better, cheaper, and faster to buy than to build.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

It was true even before the pandemic, but now—with nearly every aspect of our lives moved online in some way—the expectations of what a mission-driven organization can and must do to connect and engage with its community have changed. Organizations can no longer use their digital platforms to simply explain their mission or successes.

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2023

Movements take collective effort and transcend the organization that inspired them. Recent years have seen several examples of moments that captured public attention—typically after years-long efforts and organizing before they burst into wider awareness. Examples include #BlackLivesMatter, #MADD, and #FlintWaterCrisis.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Build a mentorship program with ChatGPT as a matching assistant. They are good for handling straightforward and structured interactions and are easy to build and maintain, making them an appropriate choice for beginners or initiatives with well-defined processes. The decision to outsource or build your bot narrows the options.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

In June 2007, Apple launched the iPhone, and in subsequent years we saw the rise of apps as a competing method to websites for how people interact with organizations. For organizations using both apps and websites, there were challenges in seeing how the data interacts—are web visitors the same people using the app?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2022

Let me give you an example. Knowing where your donors come from is the first piece to building an excellent donor experience, and growing your charity. You can use the data to identify the channel donors came through, for example, or get a sense of which campaigns and messages are performing best. Example: utm_source=facebook.

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EveryAction

JULY 3, 2023

That means now is the perfect time to take stock of where your organization stands, especially as we head into the always-busy year-end giving season. What will be the most important strategic asset for your organization at end-of-year and for years to come? Which strategies have worked well to keep donors engaged with your mission?

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Our members were privileged to hear their reflections on a unique time in their organizations’ history and how the pandemic’s impact reshaped their future. Publishing that information helped to build confidence in the industry. “We That trust building between our members and government officials continues today.”

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Media Cause

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Coming from a background in community organizing and public policy — specifically in the anti-rape movement — I understand the importance of effective messaging in advocacy campaigns. Organizations can tap into the power of personal story by uplifting the voices in their network. Identify Your Own Story . Understand Your Audience.

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fusionSpan

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Without a complete understanding of the business processes, a Salesforce admin is more likely to build an overly complicated process. This can allow for better data and the correct setup of object structures. In most organizations, only a few staff members are tasked with creating reports for everyone else to use.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 9, 2020

Does your organization? Your old technology might have worked in the past, but it just isn’t keeping up with your organization’s evolving processes and needs. But here’s the catch: Not everyone at your organization understands the challenges with your existing association management software (AMS). Get personal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

For now, LinkedIn Pages outperform Facebook and Twitter in organic reach and engagement. To begin, and this is important, your nonprofit should conduct a search on LinkedIn to see if a page already exists for your organization. Otherwise, focus on building a following for your primary LinkedIn Page and do not create Showcase Pages.

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DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 24, 2021

When you started researching to build your nonprofit’s first website, what did you encounter? Your nonprofit’s website serves as your organization’s home on the internet, so it’s understandable that you want to get your site up and running as quickly as possible. How to Build a Website: 5 Steps Your Team Can Take.

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Twenty Hats

MARCH 9, 2021

I came up with a process for matching volunteers with capacity-building roles that was very successful. My efforts were simple, but impactful for various members of my organization. I worked closely with those teams to help build committee role descriptions for the various events. Step 2: Survey Your Volunteers.

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Media Cause

JUNE 30, 2022

I find it easiest to build chunks of ad names based on target audience groupings. For example, I highlight a row and write a description in bold, such as “Facebook Back To School Campaign—September 2022.”. See video example below. This will help you keep your document organized and easy to view. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

By Annisa Wanat , an independent consultant who works to strengthen the capacity of mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals more strategically by providing customized solutions in leadership, management, and communications. Sample Google Drive Structure Available for Download. 2) Strengthen Institutional Memory.

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Achieve

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

But as technology advances, you can’t help but think about the ways that your organization might not be keeping up with the times. However, it’s easier than you think to build a prospering online community of your own, and doing so will help you engage members , retain them in the long term, and attract new ones.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 17, 2023

They directly contribute to the organization’s programmatic mission, making a significant difference in the lives of those they serve. Mission-Driven Product Examples Products can be websites, but not all websites are products. For nonprofits and government agencies, products serve the same purpose but with a different focus.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

It identifies the building blocks of a strategic leader and pinpoints areas for improvement to help individuals reach their full potential. Organization Fitness : Ability to create the appropriate business structure, evolve the business model, develop talent while planning for succession, and innovate.

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