Candid

MARCH 12, 2024

And for those foundations who pronounce the goal to ease the burden for nonprofits and advance more equitable grantmaking practices, a scarcity framing emphasizes what you can’t do and stymies your efforts at the outset. A mindset of abundance creates abundance.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 20, 2021

posted by Karyn Cooks Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Nonprofit interest in cross-sector collaboration is ramping up due to evaporating resources and increased demand for services. So where should nonprofit leaders begin? Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Build a trusted network. Conclusion.

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Bloomerang

MAY 4, 2023

But the fact is we also have a self-serving agenda: to secure revenue for our worthy nonprofit. Innovative fundraising researcher Adrian Sargeant, co-director of the Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy, says, “Nonprofits are a means to an end for the donor. And maybe that’s not so bad. But that’s ill-informed thinking.

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Donor Attitude Journal Studies 90

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This lab will bring together leaders from across the nonprofit, government, and for-profit sectors to lend their expertise to ideate and co-design technology solutions to advance progress on this issue. Clayton Aldern leads data journalism at Grist. Executive Director, Trellis for Tomorrow. Clayton Aldern. Jennifer Anderson.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Equal Pay Day for women nonprofit leaders. In recognition of Equal Pay Day this year, we decided to analyze Candid’s Nonprofit Compensation Report data to estimate Equal Pay Day for leaders of nonprofits. Candid found that Equal Pay Day for women leading nonprofits is June 8, 2021. Total number of nonprofit CEOs/EDs.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 15, 2011

Recently, I've been thinking about the launch of NTEN's newest resource: NTEN:Change, A Quarterly Journal for Nonprofit Leaders. We understand that executive directors may not have the time to attend webinars or conferences about technology. One of the key challenges those members tell us about is lack of “buy in” from the top.

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NTEN

JUNE 4, 2013

What does this mean for nonprofit advocacy, communications, engagement, donations, program delivery, site design and system infrastructure? NTEN''s publication, designed especially for busy nonprofit executive directors, departmental directors, boards, and other leadership staff, is free and hot off the press.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Head on over there to see what other resources we have for nonprofit communications and marketing professionals! One of the most common questions we see on nonprofit listservs is: “Who’s the current op-ed editor at such-and-such-outlet?” Stephen Heuser (Agenda Editor + Editorial Director), sheuser@politico.com.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Head on over there to see what other resources we have for nonprofit communications and marketing professionals! One of the most common questions we see on nonprofit listservs is: “Who’s the current op-ed editor at such-and-such-outlet?” Stephen Heuser (Agenda Editor + Editorial Director), sheuser@politico.com.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 14, 2021

posted by Jennifer Kirksey Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. In a survey of the charitable community through the Independent Sector (PDF), nonprofit professionals admitted that they need more engagement with their stakeholders. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

I was asked to facilitate a session on the question, "Should CEOs and Executive Directors Use Social Media?". You may be wondering if that means that your executive director and CEO needs to write a blog or have their own Twitter account to share their wisdom. He also writes a column for the Wall Street Journal.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

We told attendees they could have 5 minutes and 20 slides in front of the captive nonprofit technology audience. NTEN's newest publication, NTEN:Change , is designed for non-technical leaders of small to mid-sized nonprofits, features a regular section called "DIY Nonprofit Technology".

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 8, 2023

A nonprofit CEO, Dorethea, asks, “ Should I send holidays gifts to donors ?” Not all holiday gifts to donors raise more A Yale study in The Journal of Economic Psychology explains the counterintuitive effects of thank-you gifts on charitable giving. All of these examples convey the values of the nonprofit, and all were winners.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Although the challenges we’re facing as a global community continue to compound, our global community of changemakers in the nonprofit and education sectors continues to address these challenges head-on to drive tangible and inspiring social impact. Director of Measurement and Evaluation. Director, Impact Management and Strategy.

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NTEN

MARCH 26, 2014

The articles in the March issue of the NTEN: Change journal capture stories of nonprofits in transition; they’re transforming from one stage to another, using technology to fuel their campaigns, initiatives, and to optimize their day-to-day work. >>Read True to its name, the Change journal is changing.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 14, 2013

Joleen Ong joins us as the Marketing and Publications Director (or, rather, "joined" two weeks ago already!). I know that she will do great things with NTEN''s research, marketing, and publications like the NTEN: Change journal as she brings her passion for technology and communication to our work.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

In 2009, Clay Shirkey predicted , “For the next few decades, journalism will be made up of overlapping special cases.” There are ample opportunities for nonprofits to help inform, shape, and create stories for the media. New venture journalism has been incubated thanks to nonprofit and foundation support.” and James L.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

This post is about the way people write the word nonprofit. Okay, so how you write the word nonprofit probably isn’t going to get you killed, but it can be a signal to people about whether you’re in on the culture or not. I’m editor of an academic journal, so I see people writing about the nonprofit sector all the time.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 27, 2021

posted by Sara Ebert Spring 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. For decades, the perception of executive pay at nonprofit organizations has been the image of a grossly underpaid executive director OR a scandalously overpaid CEO. But is virtue truly its own reward? But is virtue truly its own reward?

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 29, 2021

posted by Mitch Menchaca Fall 2020 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Statements of unity, anti-racism, and DEI commitments have been established by nonprofits of all subsectors and have been posted on websites, social media, and through the mainstream press. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Where to start?

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Whether you call it "data-driven", "data-informed", "evidence-based", or something else, making smarter decisions and strategies for your organization is something every nonprofit leader strives for—and what the latest issue of NTEN:Change is all about.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 13, 2023

I received a full academic scholarship to Jackson State in Mississippi, a historically black university with an accredited journalism department. But now, as the Director of Marketing for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, I have the privilege of telling stories of empowerment and resilience. Sharmel made such an impact on my life.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 24, 2018

Here is a recent roundup of articles, blog posts, and research on the “Age of Automation” and what it means for nonprofits. Other recent articles include: Leveraging the Power of Bots for Civil Society on SSIR Blog and The Robots Have Arrived: How Nonprofits Can Put Them To Work on Guidestar Blog. ”

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2011

As part of that effort, we’re excited to introduce NTEN:Change , a quarterly journal for nonprofit leaders. Today at the 11NTC , NTEN's Executive Director, Holly Ross, announced the launch of the journal during the morning plenary. Million Donors Tell Us About Online Fundraising,” and much more.

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Kindful

JUNE 3, 2021

A lot of nonprofit professionals think businesses have deep pockets. But many are struggling with the same set of problems that nonprofits have. Many nonprofits also believe corporations should support them to be good corporate citizens and give back to their community. What other types of nonprofits do they sponsor?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 28, 2017

Working as a nonprofit consultant can sometimes feel isolating. This past week, I met up with nonprofit consultant Carrie Rice. That’s why it important to have networking opportunities to connect with professional colleagues face-to-face beyond online groups. I try to make an effort to do this regularly.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2017

Why Self-Interested Volunteers are the Best for Nonprofits – Guest Post. Six key lessons surfaced from our interviews with more than 35 global nonprofits. Dr. Dietmar Kress puts his PhD in Sociology to work as Director of Actions and Volunteering at Greenpeace Germany. You can download the complete report here.

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Candid

OCTOBER 13, 2022

And, select Transparency Talk articles that share individual funder learning journeys remain available on the Candid Learning for Funders Learning Journal. Hole in the Road to Transparency: People with Disabilities Often Excluded by Foundations & Nonprofits.

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NTEN

MARCH 1, 2012

Has it been a year already since we launched NTEN's quarterly digital journal for nonprofit leaders? I'm pleased to announce Issue Five of NTEN:Change, A Quarterly Journal for Nonprofit Leaders ! Three Case-Studies that document how three different nonprofits developed their social media policies.

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BoardAssist

JUNE 29, 2016

We hope you find our Top Ten Tips for Finding a Perfect Nonprofit Board useful. Top Ten Tips for Finding a Perfect Nonprofit Board. Find a nonprofit whose mission truly resonates with you. Find a nonprofit whose mission truly resonates with you. Choose a nonprofit that’s the right age and budget for you.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Director of Measurement and Evaluation at Salesforce.org. Eric is the director of measurement & evaluation at Salesforce.org, where he leads efforts to evaluate the social impact of Salesforce.org’s global initiatives. Eric Barela. Morgan Buras-Finlay. Senior Manager of Measurement and Evaluation at Salesforce.org.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Hiba Qasas, Head of Secretariat of the Principles for Peace Initiative at Interpeace and Yves Daccord, former Director of the International Committee of the Red Cross talked about the need to reshape and rethink peace processes. “We Despite this, she continues to fight for the important role of Afghan women in the future of the country.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 2, 2023

Michael Clinton is the former President and Publishing Director of Hearst Magazines and is currently the special media advisor to the CEO of the Hearst Corporation. He has appeared in the New York Times , The Wall Street Journal , Town and Country , O, the Oprah Magazine and other national media.

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Life Reflection New York Delicious 52

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 8, 2017

posted by Alexa Vale Graduate Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Governing boards are the backbone of many nonprofit organizations. Despite the importance of governing boards in the success of an organization, nonprofits consistently struggle to create an effective and engaged board. Sources: Brown, W.

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NTEN

JULY 24, 2012

Read the rest of the issue when you subscribe to the journal for free! ] By Paula Jones, Director of Technology, The N. Center for Nonprofits In my role at the N.C. Center for Nonprofits, I have the opportunity to talk with many nonprofit board members and staff across North Carolina about their use of technology.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 14, 2012

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit scholar or practitioner to highlight current nonprofit research reports or studies and discuss how they can inform and improve day-to-day practice. In April of 2011, a story broke regarding The Central Asia Institute, a nonprofit organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Colleague Miriam Brousseau tagged me and several other “close professional ties” asking us for resources on nonprofits and content strategy. I asked Miriam if she would summarize what she learned about nonprofits and content strategy in a guest post and here it is. Nonprofit tech and communications specialist Ash Shepard.

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