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How National Geographic Society Increased Major Gifts Despite Sector-Wide Struggles

NonProfit PRO

From 2020 to 2022, National Geographic Society nearly doubled its average gift amount to $324 and made significant strides in the number of major gifts received — at a time when major gifts are declining sector-wide. Here’s a look at the organization’s path to success.

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Want To Be a Leader? Get to Know Yourself

.orgSource

What’s the first lesson of Leadership 101? Begin with yourself. Be the change. Walk the talk—right? It sounds simple. But it’s the assignment that’s easiest to fail. Because you might not know yourself as well as you think. And, without self-awareness, it’s impossible to be a role model for others. Does self-awareness mean you realize you’re a number cruncher first and a communicator second?

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Invest in People, Not Programs

NonProfit PRO

Research shows “trusting and investing” in people works. If this model works, why isn’t philanthropy and government moving from investing in programs to investing in people to address systemic inequalities in the U.S.?

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21 “nonprofit math” problems that expose the absurdity of doing good

Nonprofit AF

[Image description: Top view of a person sitting at a desk in front of an open laptop, their hands clasping the top of their head, seemingly in frustration.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Five Companies Offer Free Virtual Conference Focused on Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

On Nov. 2, five companies that serve nonprofits are offering a free virtual conference for the sector that focuses on peer-to-peer fundraising. This is the eighth edition of the event, "It’s a Peer-to-Peer World: Virtual Conference.

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25 Solid Membership Website Examples & How to Create Your Own

Wild Apricot

Here are 25 great membership website examples from all sorts of different organizations. See how they've set up membership benefits, events, and more. Plus, learn how to easily create your own membership website in 3 easy steps!

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Employee Giving Strategies to Boost Year-End Impact

sgEngage

The end-of-year giving season is fast approaching, and for nonprofits and educational institutions, this marks a crucial time for fundraising. To maximize the full potential of this period, organizations must explore innovative strategies to drive engagement, increase conversions, and amplify their overall impact. This guide will delve into actionable strategies to help organizations like yours elevate their fundraising with employee giving.

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Why is it so hard to tell a good fundraising story?

DonorPerfect

Get the dos and don’ts from Joan Garry Who do you think is the perfect person to tell the story of your mission and organization? While it makes intuitive sense to immediately rally your most passionate staff member or supporter, take a moment to pause. Is your passion for your mission bringing your story to Read More » The post Why is it so hard to tell a good fundraising story?

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Antivirus and VPNs for Domestic Violence Survivors

Tech Soup

In today's interconnected world where technology permeates our daily lives, digital security has become an essential aspect of our personal safety. For survivors of domestic violence, the significance of this security has an even deeper meaning because of the various ways abusers misuse technology. Abusers frequently misuse technology to stalk, monitor, and harass survivors and to gain access to survivors' information to further the harm they have already inflicted.

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Tests: Even MOAR donation form tests!

M+R

Read time: 2 minutes Welcome back! This is the final post of our 60 Tests in 60 Minutes series! Thanks for joining us for this inspiring and fascinating ride. Be sure to check out Parts One , Two , and Three so you don’t miss any of the fun! And if you want to take them all in at once (plus more!) check out this recording of our webinar. Today we’re chatting more about the all important donation form!

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.

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Stepping Up Nonprofit Productivity: The Power of Support Services

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Every nonprofit leader can relate to the challenges of operating with limited resources, a small staff, and even less time. In this fast-paced sector where every minute and dollar counts, organizations must be resourceful to survive and thrive, especially during peak fundraising activities such as Giving Tuesday. That’s why it’s vital to consider leveraging support services to augment your organization’s efficiency and resourcefulness.

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Build excitement before you ask: Rethink your year-end giving social media plan

Candid

We all know how important year-end giving is for nonprofits. Many organizations raise anywhere from 25-46% of their revenue in the last couple months of the year. Social media is an important part of this plan and can help drive donations. But beyond that, there’s another way to use social media that your nonprofit should consider for making the most out of the giving season.

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The History and Evolution of Learning Management Systems

Gyrus

Explore the fascinating journey of Learning Management Systems (LMS) from their origins to the future. Learn how LMS has transformed education and training. Stay updated with LMS trends.

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How to Craft a Complete Corporate Charitable Giving Policy

Double the Donation

As a corporate leader, you know that achieving your company’s goals depends on the collective efforts of your executive team, employees, and other stakeholders. The same goes for your corporate giving initiatives.

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.

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Find the Top 10 Best eLearning Authoring Tools

Gyrus

Learn everything you need to know about eLearning authoring tools and the features they offer. Find out which tool is right for you and your needs.

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Simplify Your Event Management with Neon CRM

Neon CRM

Organizing events—whether they’re small weekly classes, theater performances, huge golf tournaments, or any number of other charity fundraisers—is a complex and demanding task. It doesn’t have to be! With Neon CRM’s powerful event management functionality, you can streamline every aspect of your event planning process from start to finish.

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Workplace Giving Campaign: Sample Communication Schedule | FrontStream

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This is the final blog post in our series on increasing employee participation in workplace giving programs. We recommend checking out the first post about creative ways to overcome participation challenges and the second post filled with tips and templates for better engagement.

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The ABCs of Online Fundraising: Preparing for GivingTuesday

Greater Giving

As the year unfolds, so does the season of giving. Among the notable dates on the philanthropic calendar, GivingTuesday stands out as a global movement that harnesses the power of community and generosity. This year, GivingTuesday 2023 falls on November 28, 2023, and there’s no better time to gear up for a successful online fundraising campaign.

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Nonprofit Technology Kick Start: Free World Class Board Meeting Software

Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.

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Discover what’s new in Salesforce: Winter ‘24 release highlights

Nimble AMS

As a trailblazing association, it’s crucial to know the latest technological advances to understand how they impact your organization. All Nimble AMS customers receive three annual software upgrades as well as three yearly Salesforce updates. But between Nimble AMS and Salesforce’s many software enhancements, understanding how your association can leverage these updates might feel a little overwhelming.

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