Wed.Aug 30, 2023

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Donors Remain Loyal to DAFs as Overall Giving Declines

NonProfit PRO

Trends have shown both annual and major donors pulled back their charitable gifts last year due to economic uncertainty. Despite that, giving from donor-advised funds (DAFs) remained strong last year. And so far this year — or fiscal year for some DAF grantors — that remains true.

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Thursday Thoughts: transforming mid-level donors into major donors

EveryAction

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here ! One way to meet new major donors is to steward existing donors into upgrading their gifts to your nonprofit organization.

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The NonProfit Voice Ep 82: Boost Mission Productivity With Volunteer Management Software

NonProfit PRO

Macie Wheeler from Habitat for Humanity and Geng Wang of Civic Champs join The NonProfit Voice to discuss the benefits of using volunteer management software.

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Raising funds for a world free of oppression

Big Duck

Related Content CampaignsParent Project Muscular DystrophyEngaging the community to raise funds CampaignsThe Jewish BoardMotivating young people to engage CampaignsThe Multiple Myeloma Research FoundationTranslating complex science into a clear ask

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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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New Analysis Provides Further Evidence of Shifts in Funder Practices

NonProfit PRO

Nonprofits are experiencing meaningful changes in the practices of funders since 2020, according to a new Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) report.

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How to be efficiently trendy  

Candid

I’m often invited to speak with organizations about the latest fundraising and nonprofit trends. While I am happy to share my perspective, trends are, by nature, always changing and have varying impacts depending on your nonprofit’s function. For example, a growth or decrease in individual giving might be vitally important to your nonprofit but totally irrelevant to others (like those primarily funded by government sources.

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How to Buy Fundraising Software That Lasts: Essential Guide

Bloomerang

Your nonprofit is quickly growing, bringing in more donations than ever before and fostering a strong donor base. These advancements mean you have the budget available to invest in new fundraising software that can streamline your fundraising tasks and empower you to raise even more. Now, you’re probably wondering how to find not just a robust fundraising platform, but buy fundraising software that serves your organization for the long term.

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21 Engaging Fall Festival Ideas for Nonprofits

Donorbox

The air is getting crisp. Leaves are falling. And giving season is nearly upon us! What other way to kick off this important season than to host a fall festival? A fall festival is a great opportunity for nonprofits to connect with their communities and build brand recognition in a fun, seasonal way. Here, we’ll […] The post 21 Engaging Fall Festival Ideas for Nonprofits appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Lessons from MotivateMonday | Answering the Sustainability Question

Pamela Grow

It’s the grant application question you always dread… How will your organization sustain this program when the grant is complete? But the real answers to the sustainability question start long before keying in the first word on a grant application. After all, without grants, you’d be hard-pressed to fund new infrastructure, increase staffing, or expand programs and services.

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21 Engaging Fall Festival Ideas for Nonprofits

Donorbox

The air is getting crisp. Leaves are falling. And giving season is nearly upon us! What other way to kick off this important season than to host a fall festival? A fall festival is a great opportunity for nonprofits to connect with their communities and build brand recognition in a fun, seasonal way. Here, we’ll […] The post 21 Engaging Fall Festival Ideas for Nonprofits appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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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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End-of-Year Event Fundraising

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes END-OF-YEAR EVENT FUNDRAISING The final quarter of the year unfolds with a blend of reflection and anticipation. As the days grow shorter and the year’s narrative approaches its climax, nonprofit leaders are presented with a golden opportunity: to rally their communities for one last, impactful push. Year-end fundraising events are not just about tapping into the season’s spirit of giving; they’re about celebrating the journey, acknowledging th

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The Hat Trick: Aligning Your School’s Three Revenue Teams

sgEngage

In sports, a “hat trick” is when a player scores three goals in a single game. The phrase dates back to a cricket match in 1858 when jubilant fans presented one such player—H.H. Stephenson—with a hat to celebrate his success. Over the years, many other sports adopted the term “hat trick,” and it is now used colloquially for any achievement—athletic or otherwise—accomplished in threes.

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