Forum One

APRIL 6, 2023

Service design focuses on mapping each touchpoint an individual has with a service provider in order to improve their experience and create a positive relationship between the two. There are lots of different pieces that go into the whole process, from engaging with services, digital tools, people, and places.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Every nonprofit has a Board of Directors. Yet most people don’t understand exactly what the Board’s job is. And this is a problem. You see, it means that hundreds of people are sitting on nonprofit Boards and have NO IDEA what they said “yes” to. It’s surprising. And concerning. And you know what? And what should they NOT be doing?

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Forum One

MARCH 20, 2024

Finding cost-effective ways to launch new services, having the ability to iterate quickly, providing non-resource intensive access to remote and underserved communities, and creating the most accessible and secure experiences possible, just to name a few. Let’s take a deeper look. What is Composable Architecture?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

At the same, those with existing charity golf tournaments looked for tools and efficiencies to cope with fewer staff and reduced budgets, and found solutions for long-term success. By Jennifer Wemhoff , Communications Manager at GolfStatus.org – the leading event management platform for golf fundraisers.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Nonprofits are critically different from corporations because they are driven by a mission and aim to provide for society’s needs. This value created could be a product or service for potential customers, as seen in the realm of business. Your employees are the people making the difference – they need to be taken care of.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 29, 2022

There are two different ways of approaching embedded giving: Modal embeds or pop-up donation forms that display when people select your donate button. Delight new donors with embedded giving, and offer a reliable process that long-term supporters are happy to come back to. Every visitor of your nonprofit website is a potential donor.

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Blue Fox

JUNE 18, 2023

There is a direct correlation between sound financial management and the ability of a nonprofit to provide broader and more in-depth services. They provide services and advocacy for underserved and unheard populations. The trip was the perfect opportunity to be reminded how our accounting work makes a difference.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Going beyond terms to actions The early morning sun feels warm against your face as you take a sip of your coffee and plead with your body to continue fully waking up. It is one of those special days where you are breaking the normal work and home routines and spending the day doing something different.

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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

Restating to emphasize fit: “We offer educational development services to youth in need.” 2. For example, “Describe the population you serve” is different from “Describe how you reach underserved populations.” Avoid saying the same thing in different ways. So, writing about what you need (e.g.,

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VQ Strategies

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Making a difference matters to volunteers. Celebrating the difference that residents make through their service is also vital to thanking volunteers for their contributions. Research shows that volunteers today are more motivated by the chance to do meaningful work than any other factor.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The most effective schools make the process easy and convenient for families by accepting payments via checks or money order, secure mobile-friendly online portal, automatic bank withdrawals (ACH), online banking services, cash, debit cards, and credit cards. Private and independent schools rely on tuition to fund operations.

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Qgiv

MARCH 12, 2024

Corporate giving is the term used when a for-profit company in some way donates to charitable causes. While corporate giving is often monetary, it can also include various giving strategies, from resources to volunteer programs organized with different nonprofits. What is corporate giving? Increased brand loyalty.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Donors providing different services or expertise can also qualify as an in-kind donation. The different types of in-kind donations can be useful for all nonprofits, but one type may be more helpful than others depending on your cause and the type of fundraisers you host. What are in-kind donations?

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Forum One

APRIL 11, 2023

Service design principles can be applied to the social sector to craft audience experiences that create positive change in the world. Overall, here are four key reasons why service design is important to nonprofits, foundations, and government agencies. They are using service design to better serve their community’s changing needs.

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sgEngage

MAY 24, 2021

What’s the difference between fundraising and raising money? Long-term impact on donor retention. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes , Stitcher or your preferred streaming service for future episodes! We need to look beyond just that money piece because we want those long-term donors.” Thinking about the “why”.

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

There are several different ways to find grant prospects. Tips for reviewing your nonprofit’s grant prospects. One of the questions I’m often asked is: “How do I find grants?” But I don’t hear the more important question: “How do I know the grant is right for me?” Who has money to give (and what strings are attached)? How do I find them?

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Qgiv

MARCH 11, 2022

Emily Friedrichs is the Communications and Content Marketing Manager at Elevation, a nonprofit digital services agency. Messaging should include general information about your organization and emphasize your service aspect, as 80% of nonprofit audiences connect with a cause rather than having affinity for a particular organization.

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Donorbox

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The term nonprofit encompasses many different types of organizations. Some of these differences have to do with who it serves; other differences have to do with how they qualify with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This article will give you a better idea of a subcategory called the 509a3 organization.

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Types of nonprofit strategic plans Different circumstances and goals will require different types of nonprofit strategic plans. Nonprofit strategic planning can help your organization meet challenges effectively and take advantage of new opportunities. Let’s get started. Volunteer boards should take charge of fundraising.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2023

There are numerous articles on different types of nonprofit consultants and their specific niches of how they serve nonprofits. In essence, these services are typically performed in silos , and sometimes this is all an organization needs. Most of us are familiar with the term “holistic” when it comes to the field of medicine.

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Forum One

JULY 6, 2023

A positive CX with a brand, resource, or service significantly impacts an organization’s success. Unfortunately, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to this process. Every organization has different goals that they will need to track against, and different challenges that make tracking website success difficult.

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NTEN

JULY 21, 2022

In 2020, the Center for Inclusive Innovation , an organization fiscally sponsored by NTEN, began a research project to assess both pandemic crisis-based and longer-term efforts to mitigate digital disparities. There are substantial examples of success with programs having a positive impact.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Fraud management is included in the system, so nonprofits aren’t charged extra for this service. Leveraging a secure payment solution throughout the donation process strengthens donor trust and allows them to use a convenient payment method. Bloomerang Payments is built on top of Stripe, allowing for customization to suit nonprofit needs.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

You can easily track your donor retention rate by using a few different tools. It’s a subtle difference: Here’s what it can look like in real life. For most nonprofits, December is the busiest time of year. You work hard, and it’s important that you get the most out of your efforts. The strategies in this article will help you.

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Forum One

JANUARY 5, 2023

Meet Christine Perlick , Forum One’s Director of Client Services. I wear a couple of different hats. I’m also an Account Manager day-to-day, supporting project teams, ensuring project success, and setting a long-term strategic vision for the clients within my portfolio. So…what do you do? What type of projects do you work on?

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Qgiv

MARCH 11, 2024

Explore the different kinds of tax-exempt organizations in the United States with this comprehensive guide , covering the exact types of nonprofits and their classifications. A nonprofit needs assessment is a way to determine if people will benefit from the services you’re hoping to provide through your nonprofit.

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Cloud 4 Good

OCTOBER 28, 2021

It’s important to note that an apprenticeship differs from an internship in a few key ways. Internships are often short-term (1-3 months) where apprenticeships are longer-term (1-3 years). Additionally, apprenticeships are more structured and skill-specific than internships. What’s not working?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 26, 2023

Generating thank you emails to your donors after every gift is a simple way to let them know that they are seen,appreciated and making a difference in the world. Generating thank you emails to your donors after every gift is a simple way to let them know that they are seen,appreciated and making a difference in the world.

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VQ Strategies

AUGUST 24, 2022

Successful recruitment could include the number or percent of: Positions or “slots” filled New volunteers Returning volunteers Qualified candidates Volunteers who represent or are from the communities being served Current volunteers who step up for “more” or different roles. Recruitment. What else is part of your recruitment success story?

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Forum One

JULY 18, 2023

And many have plans to move more of their operations to cloud services. With smaller budgets, competing demands, and fewer IT specialists in-house, many mission-driven organizations struggle to optimize cloud services. What cloud services are you already using? What reports or analyses are you running on your data?

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Achieve

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Picture this: your nonprofit just hosted an engaging hybrid auction with the help of a corporate partner. You met your fundraising goals, your donors had an amazing time, and your corporate partner got great visibility and a much-needed boost in their philanthropic reputation. However, there are plenty of worthy causes for them to choose from!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Reflect and analyze Review your results from GivingTuesday , including the total amount raised, donor demographics, and the success of your different approaches and social media channels. Update your supporters on how their contributions are making a difference and achieving your organization’s goals.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 21, 2023

Explore the candidate’s services related to Raiser’s Edge NXT. For example, consider working with a consultant who provides long-term training support to help you quickly get new employees up to speed with your software. To determine these specifics, work with team members across different departments at your nonprofit.

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sgEngage

APRIL 23, 2024

Do you have tiered approvals for different amounts? As a grantmaker, be sure to review all your grant terms and conditions to ensure any additional policies that you require are in writing and easily accessible by your grantees. There are millions of wonderful nonprofit organizations working to make this world a better place.

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Media Cause

JULY 11, 2023

Automated email services for nonprofits are unsung heroes in achieving just that. Automated email marketing, a key aspect of email services for nonprofits, frees up time staff can use to focus on other pressing tasks. For instance, you can segment different content to first-time donors, recurring donors, or volunteers.

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Twenty Hats

AUGUST 17, 2021

For that work in volunteer management or development, this opportunity could just be the foot in the door to a promising long-term relationship. Over time you’ll benefit from their brand, skills or pro-bono services and if you play your cards right, financial support. But what if I told you this is often the exception and not the rule?

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VQ Strategies

OCTOBER 7, 2022

They go by many different names – volunteer councils, auxiliaries, “friends” groups, and more – but regardless of their varied titles, such groups share a great deal. Of course, there are auxiliaries that are adaptable, responsive, and truly collaborative. But there are also many that are, well, less so. A Path to Change. Mapping the Change.

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