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Rule Your Market—Blue Ocean Strategy Sidesteps the Sharks

.orgSource

Are sharks circling your member base, eyeing bites for their next meal? Even if your association is trapped in a sea of competition, you can change course and sail toward possibility. Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, is our expert for guiding associations through tough markets. At.orgCommunity’s recent Innovation Summit, Sharon explored how Blue Ocean Strategy can help you bypass the sharks and find your way to offering unique and powerful member value.

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Report: Crypto Donations are a Multi-Billion-Dollar Revenue Stream for Charities

NonProfit PRO

The Giving Block's "2024 Annual Report on Crypto Philanthropy" revealed key insights into the fast-growing crypto donation movement.

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Nonprofits Navigating ChatGPT Quirks: Understanding the Mistakes it Can Make

John Kenyon

Is your nonprofit harnessing the power of AI like ChatGPT in your daily operations? Well, buckle up, because today we’re diving into a topic that’s as quirky as it is important: the mistakes ChatGPT can make. Did you know that if properly prompted, ChatGPT will claim that the word “mayonnaise” contains more than two letter “n”s?

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How to Present a Major Gift Offer That Can’t Be Refused

NonProfit PRO

As "The Godfather" showed, you're most persuasive when you give people what they want most. Here's how this can help with major gift offers.

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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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Love At First Sight: Getting To The Heart Of Fundraising With Effective Reporting

Bloomerang

Fundraisers often have a love/hate relationship with fundraising CRM reports. Picture this: your donor data and fundraising trends reports are due, but instead of the usual stress, you’re calm, prepared, and even proud of what you’re about to submit. Sounds ideal, right? Let’s find out how to achieve that level of reporting Zen consistently. Why report love matters Choosing a donor database is a pivotal decision for nonprofit fundraisers, influenced mainly by reporting capabilities.

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How Market Research Can Keep Your Nonprofit Competitive Amid Declining Donor, Volunteer Support

NonProfit PRO

Here are three best practices for conducting market research effectively to help drive impact and take meaningful actions this year.

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The door is opening on Conference Season!

M+R

Read time: 3 minutes Here’s what’s on our calendars for the next couple of months. How about you? Let us know here if you’re planning on attending any of these conferences — we’d love to say hi, buy you a drink, ply you with delicious conference session knowledge, and other fun stuff. Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) March 13 to 15, Portland, OR We’re sending a van-load of M+R folks to Portland, including Partner Madeline Stanionis ; Senior VPs Dustin Kight , Cameron Lefevre , and Nzinga Ko

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Digital Fundraising Guide: Ideas & Steps to Reach Your Goals

Qgiv

Finding the right online solution for your fundraising challenges can feel a little daunting. How do you pick the right one? Where do you even start the journey? It’s enough to make even the most seasoned fundraiser a little nervous. If you’ve asked yourself any of these questions, we’ve got some good news for you! Our latest eBook, the Digital Fundraising Guide: Ideas & Steps to Reach Your Goals , is a complete guide to help you choose the right digital fundraising solution that works for y

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Pursuing Accountability: CSR Reporting Strategies & Examples

Double the Donation

CSR reporting is an increasingly popular way for businesses to display their sustainability performance and build credibility. A compelling CSR report can strengthen corporate relationships between employees, stakeholders, and consumers. In this guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of CSR reporting by covering the following topics: What is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

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How To Pick the Best Grantmaking Solution for Your Nonprofit

Saleforce Nonprofit

The Salesforce nonprofit grantmaking solution, foundationConnect, was created over 15 years ago on the belief that we could support better collaboration among stakeholders in the grants management process. foundationConnect enabled us to work better together — from funders and applicants to program staff and grantees, stronger connections were built within our organization.

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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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Best Practices for LMS User Training and Orientation

Gyrus

Learn all about LMS user training and orientation with best practices that promote learning and effective implementation in your organization.

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Planning an inclusive and welcoming project

Big Duck

Register and learn about tactics, questions to consider, and tips to build a stronger, more inclusive, and welcoming project from the start.

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Case Study: TCEA's Community-Led Growth Journey

Forj

Introduction The Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) isa member-based organization dedicated to advancing teaching and learning through the use of technology. Their mission is to advance teaching and learning through the use of technology. With more than 80,000 members around the world, community-led growth has become central to TCEA's strategy.

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Harnessing Higher Education Advancement Technology to the Fullest

sgEngage

Universities across the globe face challenges with successful digital transformation and what it means for their fundraising and alumni data, legacy systems, data literacy, and access to skills. This highlights the importance of making the most of higher education advancement technology with effective collaboration across advancement leaders, CIOs, CTOs and CITOs.

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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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The Best Listserv Alternatives for Associations and Professional Networks

Forj

Listservs can be a good tool for starting a community, but many organizations outgrow the limited tech capabilities. Your members are used to using SMS, apps, social media, and many other forms of communication. Relying on a listserv can limit your effectiveness and reach as you grow, so it is worth it to look at alternatives that can help you better serve your community members.

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Transform Your Nonprofit Annual Report Into A Powerful Fundraising Tool

Bloomerang

In the nonprofit sector, the annual report is often viewed as a necessary document to fulfill financial reporting obligations. However, when approached with creativity and strategic thinking, it can serve as a powerful instrument for storytelling, showcasing impact, and inspiring donors and supporters to take action. This blog post delves into practical strategies for transforming your nonprofit’s annual report into a compelling narrative that highlights your achievements, tells stories of

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Adopting an Experience-Driven Approach to Membership Growth

Forj

Members expectations of their associations and professional communities are increasing based on their experiences with other brands. Technology is advancing all around us. As the bar rises, so do member expectations for a personalized and modern experience.