Neon CRM

JUNE 20, 2023

While financial contributions are crucial for the success of any nonprofit organization, it’s important not to overlook the value of in-kind donations. However, with the right tools and strategies for tracking in-kind donations for nonprofits, your organization can benefit from them while avoiding potential pitfalls.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Is your organization considering new association management software? Follow the strategies outlined in our blog to empower your organization for a successful AMS implementation. Share your existing process documents Before you begin your AMS search , start by document ing all your vital organizational processes.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2020

By Alan Tyson , CEO of DATABASICS – a software product that enables nonprofits to report, approve, and track employee hours, activities, and spending from anywhere, something that is especially important in an increasingly decentralized environment. Zoom allows organizers to schedule calls, invite guests, and moderate meetings.

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Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Grants can be a wonderful vehicle to fund a new program or expand an existing one; however, if your organization is new to the “grant world,” you may be unfamiliar with the work involved with both applying and managing grants. Is that the case with your organization? Do you have a strong track record?

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Media Cause

MAY 8, 2023

Advertising can be an effective way to help grow your nonprofit’ s digital footprint, complement your current organic marketing efforts, and be an essential, part of your integrated marketing strategy. Strong conversion and data tracking also gives you a better view under the hood.

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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. Each of these roles has one thing in common – documents. 2) Strengthen Institutional Memory.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

We all have our own way of doing things, but sometimes our work outgrows our organization methods. Today, work expectations are higher, there’s more to manage, and you simply must be more organized to grow a small nonprofit. Organize your projects based on stages: Tasks to do, tasks in progress, and tasks completed.

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EveryAction

JUNE 19, 2017

Organizations need a structured and effective way of following their grants throughout the grant's lifecycle so they can easily manage this very important revenue stream and track these funds in the same place as major gifts and other sources of revenue. The Grant Proposal section allows users to specify the Grant Type (i.e.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

You need data collection and data structure skills, not just a data entry person—someone who knows how your organization operates and the best ways for information to be delivered. In a small, grant-funded organization, you might not have these skills and that’s ok! Determine the non-financial metrics you want to track.

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.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

When directors understand their role in stewarding and growing resources, keeping track of that progress becomes a lot more interesting. Board members are personally responsible for the organization’s compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Organize panel discussions featuring the Finance Committee.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Keep reading this Ultimate Guide to Accounting Software for Nonprofits to learn what makes accounting for nonprofits unique and get tips on choosing the best accounting software for your organization. Churches and faith-based organizations also fall under the category of nonprofits. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 24, 2021

In this blog post, I’m giving you practical tips and tools for staying organized as you store the items and prepare for your event. Tip #1: Track your progress. . During the procurement period, organization is key. If an item has been promised to your organization, be sure to document that as well so you can follow up if needed.

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sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2024

A project charter is a brief, formal document that concisely articulates the essential details of the project, such as its purpose, scope, goals, and contributors. However, a clearly defined scope is critical to keeping a project on track throughout its life cycle. Leave space in your list to track when each deliverable was completed.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

To meet those requirements, you’ll need to be able to successfully track and manage your grants and effectively report on how you allocated these funds. If you are a grant-funded organization, it will be important to manage spending restrictions and meet reporting requirements. Tracking: Cut Out the Spreadsheets!

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AccelEvents

JULY 16, 2021

In the first quarter of 2021, Accelevents became certified to be a SOC 2 Type 1 compliant organization. It is important for any organization to have solidified, iterable processes they can use to best serve their customers.”. Particularly of note in this effort is documenting employee onboarding and offboarding procedures.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

If your organization receives at least some of its funding from grants, you need a fund accounting system with subfund accounting capabilities built to handle nonprofit accounting standards. The Importance of Compliance for Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofits show integrity through transparency.

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Tech Soup

MAY 25, 2021

As many organizations pivoted entirely online in the last year, they were forced to reevaluate their daily operations and how they work as a team. How can your organization continue producing visual content? How can you manage documents and keep track of your workflow?

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EveryAction

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

from our friend Maureen Wallbeoff Lisa pinged me the other day—she’s the development director for a social justice organization. It’s a great opportunity to get everyone inside your organization on the same page about your requirements , goals, and timeline. I recommend organizations include these four key pieces of information.

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fusionSpan

OCTOBER 25, 2013

However these annoyances pale in comparison, to process documentation, a task the mention of which we all cringe. Now we have to document it as well?”. You do not understand the value of documentation. The most important reason for process documentation is to eliminate confusion and ambiguity. So why is it important?

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

And salaries in many nonprofit organizations can’t compete with the for-profit sector. According to The Council of Nonprofits 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey , almost three quarters of nonprofits that completed the survey have current openings at their organization.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 15, 2022

It might be time to revisit this crucial organizational document. According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, 49% of individuals reported their top member benefit was their organization’s Code of Ethics. . How to leverage your organization’s code of ethics as a member benefit.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 20, 2023

These documents not only fulfill legal obligations but also serve as a tangible reflection of donors’ impact on your organization’s mission. Here’s why tax summaries are essential in the nonprofit world and how they reinforce the bond between your organization and your supporters. But the engagement doesn’t stop there.

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.orgSource

MARCH 11, 2024

One person can poison an entire organization. Similarly, when you are building a project-related team, document goals, and objectives and ensure that all participants understand what success looks like. But they can fast-track communication and contribute to a better understanding of what motivates others. I’ve seen it happen.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2022

UTM s stands for Urchin Tracking Module (nothing to do with sea creatures ). UTM s are an extremely effective way to both track fundraising campaigns and measure their success. They are universal, so many tools track them or support adding them automatically. How can we track marketing initiatives using UTMs?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 31, 2024

They form a powerful document informing donors about their total annual giving—a rare moment in the fundraising process. Cumulative giving statements Donors rarely know or keep track of their cumulative giving, so when you point out the total, they’re usually quite pleasantly surprised. Allow me to explain. What are tax summaries?

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Care2

JULY 6, 2023

Many charitable organizations experienced a worrying trend in 2022: A 10% dip in individual donations and a declining donor retention rate. The Fundraising Effectiveness Project documented just how many donors in 2021 didn’t return to give again in 2022! What can fundraising professionals do to put 2023 back on track?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 30, 2019

It is the virtual equivalent of moving cash or a document directly from one safe to another, with each of the safe holders possessing the only key or combination to their individual safes. Much more interesting than blockchain technology itself are the ways in which nonprofits and other social sector organizations can benefit from it.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 19, 2022

But as your organization grows and changes, you also need to update your financial direction. In addition to reviewing and updating your nonprofit operating budget each year, your financial team should also regularly evaluate your process for creating that document. Update your documentation each time you review your budgeting process.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

In recent years, relationships between nonprofit organizations and their auditors have seen positive change. Here are six best practices your nonprofit organization should adopt to increase collaboration and enhance its relationship with your audit firm.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Volunteer management software is a tool that nonprofits can use to better organize their volunteers by handling everything from scheduling to ongoing communication. Run volunteer hours reports for easy tracking and exports.

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Candid

MAY 13, 2021

Most nonprofit leaders and staff tend to focus on the mission solely, but they also have to accomplish basic business tasks to keep the organization going. You may need to designate certain expenses to a specific account, such as one related to a grant your organization has received. Centralize your organization's spending data.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If your organization is still claiming tax-exempt status, you need to file your 990. 990-EZ: The short-form version is for organizations whose gross receipts were less than $200,000 and the total assets at the end of the year were less than $500,000. For example, a small organization that qualifies for a 990-N can file a 990-EZ.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 5, 2023

The sole purpose of a Donor Management system is to track donors, track your communication with donors, and track donation information. Accounting on the other hand, tracks how those donation dollars are allocated and spent. How in the world are you ever going to keep track of all this? Here in the U.S.,

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Like an emergency fund for your organization, an operating reserve allows you time to make data-driven decisions instead of having to react immediately.

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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. Users have the ability to add profiles for newborns and keep track of key actions and data in relation to their newborn, such as weight, feeding, and skin-to-skin contact.

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2023

There are a variety of online tools to help you manage your time, organize responsibilities, and prioritize your work. For example, you can use a shared online notebook, spreadsheet, or a tool like Notion (one of my fellow remote intern’s favorite task management tools) to organize assignments and track your progress.

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sgEngage

MAY 6, 2021

There’s always something that can throw your organization’s budget off track. Topics Discussed in This Episode: How COVID-19 impacted budgets and how organizations responded. The legal obligations that organizations have for using donations. Documenting the budget process. Causes of budget variance.

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