NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Of course, every nonprofit wants to be able to answer the call to fulfill its mission no matter the circumstances. This is especially true in dire situations. Here are three tips to make sure your nonprofit's technology is up for the task.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 2, 2023
By Wendy Mercurio , Content & Education Specialist at Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. December is an important month for nonprofit fundraisers. A lot of time, effort, and preparation goes into ensuring end-of-year campaigns produce all the funds needed for organizations to sustain their important missions.
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Neon CRM
DECEMBER 6, 2023
For most nonprofits, December is the busiest time of year. You may be balancing your final push to reach your fundraising goal with event planning, donor meetings, board meetings, and planning for the new year—and that list doesn’t include all the things you do outside of work, either. You work hard, and it’s important that you get the most out of your efforts.
M+R
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Read time: 5 minutes In a time when certain tech CEOs are sharing white supremacist memes and telling advertisers to go ^&#$ themselves, and OpenAI is busy firing and rehiring its CEO, and a crypto billionaire is going to prison for doing crypto… it’s a little bit of a relief when the big news being made by Apple is “We are changing how link tracking works in our new software update.” It’s a normal, manageable change—but still one we need to be ready for.
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.
Hands on Fundraising
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Art – in all its forms – is meant to move us. And it’s meant to be experienced – to create a reaction that is body and soul deep. Donor experience matters – a lot – to every nonprofit that needs donors. But arts fundraisers have an advantage. Their mission is an experience. If yours […] The post Arts fundraising – why donor experiences are your superpower appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 7, 2023
On the final day of Nonprofit POWER in Baltimore, Maryland, Bill Stanczykiewicz, senior assistant dean for external relations at Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, led the keynote session, “Fundraising in Turbulent Times” to help the nonprofit professionals in the room make sense of data and the wealth effects of charitable giving as they prepare for multiple scenarios in 2024.
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Time: 1 pm ET / 10 am PT (2 hours) Cost: $30 (USD) Presented by: Heather Mansfield , Founder of Nonprofit Tech for Good Customized for small nonprofits with limited time and financial resources, this two-hour webinar demonstrates how to create and maintain a successful social media strategy. With an honest examination of the benefits and drawbacks of using LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads for your nonprofit, attendees will learn current best practices
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 3, 2023
Out with the old, and in with the new! It’s time for your association to make New Years resolutions for 2024. Set your organization up for success in 2024 by considering what ineffective p ractices you need to leave in the past. And check out our top list of practices your association should avoid. Avoid these 6 negative organizational p r actices in 2024 Is your association currently experiencing any inefficiencies ?
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Community is “actionable,” Katrina VanHuss, chair and founder of Turnkey, said. It gets people to do crazy things like VanHuss signing up for Jujitsu and Courtney Bugler, president and CEO of Zero Prostate Cancer, joining the ballroom dance community, the pair shared in the NonProfit POWER session, “Why the CEO Is the Only One Who Can Build Your Nonprofit Community.
Charity Village
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Original Broadcast Date: December 7, 2023. Summary: Managing workplace compliance requirements can be a daunting challenge for nonprofit employers, especially when you add the complexities of a remote or hybrid workforce, sometimes spread across multiple locations. Add to that the tight budget and time limitations experienced by nonprofits, and these responsibilities can feel overwhelming.
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.
The Sponsorship Collective
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Most sponsorship seekers’ eyes light up when I discuss sponsorship shortcuts. They’re overeager for a path that skips large parts of the process or validates their incorrect procedures. For example, if you’ve sent 100 people a gold, silver, and bronze package, sending it to 300 more isn’t going to yield the results you seek.
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 7, 2023
2024 is right around the corner! Are you ready to hit your goals in the New Year? We’re here to help! Prepare your association for success in 2024 by reading our blog. You’ll discover the top membership trends of 2024. 5 membership trends to prepare your association for success in 2024 Get ready to hit your membership goals and exceed expectations.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Fundraisers are worried because the number of Americans giving to nonprofit causes has declined. Unfortunately, at the same time, the need in our communities continues to increase.
Charity Village
DECEMBER 8, 2023
This article is an excerpt from our free Essential Leadership Skills Guide: An Introduction to People Management. Sometimes the difference between being a good leader and a micromanager is a fine line. Micromanaging is when a person excessively controls every aspect and detail of a project. This includes providing frequent feedback, critiques, and reminders.
Advertiser: Digital Ocean
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.
Candid
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Today, Candid released our latest research manual, Analyzing Candid’s demographic data. Over 62,000 U.S. nonprofits currently share some demographic data about their staff and board with Candid. As a result of our Demographics via Candid efforts, this number has increased significantly over the past two years. In fact, about 1,000 nonprofits are now adding demographic data to their Candid profiles every month.
Donorbox
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Every year during the month of Ramadan, 1.8 billion Muslims globally celebrate with fasting, reflection, and acts of charity. This exciting season is often prime fundraising time for masjids and Islamic charities looking to raise more money for their important causes. In this article, we’ll look at the Ramadan donation types and best practices that […] The post Ramadan Donations: 12 Best Practices to Encourage More Giving appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Arizona State University (ASU) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced the next phase of the ASU Cloud Innovation Center, powered by AWS: together, they will advance the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the public sector.
Charity Village
DECEMBER 7, 2023
This article is an excerpt from a CharityVillage webinar, The Fundraising Drivers That Raise You More: The Donation Augmented Approach to Tickets, Auctions, and Raffles. View the full video recording here, or scroll to the end of the article to watch the video. So, next up is auctions. In our study, we found that 40% of […] The post Using auctions to raise more money at your next fundraising event appeared first on CharityVillage.
Advertiser: Syncrony
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.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 8, 2023
A nonprofit CEO, Dorethea, asks, “ Should I send holidays gifts to donors ?” Well, Dorethea, it depends on what type of gift and which donor segment (small, mid-size, or major givers) you have in mind. It also depends on your previous conversations or donor surveys. A gift can work to your advantage, but it can also work against you. Dorethea was asking about sending gifts to her major donors.
Donorbox
DECEMBER 6, 2023
According to studies, challenge gifts attracted 23% more donors and 18% more dollars than identical fundraising campaigns without the matching gift challenge. In this article, we’ll delve into different types of matching gifts, how to secure them, and ways you can ensure your campaign’s success. What is a Challenge Gift? A challenge gift uses nonprofits’ […] The post How to Use Challenge Gifts to Bring in More Funds appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Need to strengthen you public sector organization's cloud security? Our CIS Hardened Images® come pre-hardened to the security recommendations of the CIS Benchmarks™. They help you defend against cloud-based threats for just $0.02 per compute hour.
Charity Village
DECEMBER 8, 2023
CivicAction and the Diversity Institute, with funding support from the Government of Ontario, released the report: Diversity and inclusion in non-profit leadership in Ontario: Are we there yet? The report sheds light on the representation and experiences of diverse leaders from across Ontario. The Diversity Institute team developed an online data collection method to capture […] The post Diversity and inclusion in nonprofit leadership in Ontario: Are we there yet?
Advertiser: DonorDock
Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Do you have a nonprofit privacy policy? If not, here's why you need to set one up today.
Donorbox
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Wondering if your nonprofit should harness the power of artificial intelligence? The short answer is yes. AI for nonprofits has been a game-changer for fundraising organizations, providing fresh ways to put donor data to work, streamline tasks, and, ultimately, raise more money. It hasn’t been long since ChatGPT first exploded onto the scene and ushered […] The post AI for Nonprofits: How to Use Artificial Intelligence for Good appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Each year, we ask you to nominate your top picks for our NonProfit Professionals of the Year Awards — and you never disappoint. This year’s winners have addressed food insecurity, pushed for better healthcare for children, expanded civic participation and so much more. Here are the winners.
The Modern Nonprofit
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Secure Your Supporters’ Trust: Mastering Privacy-Compliant Fundraising In an age where every click, like, and share is meticulously tracked, the landscape of digital fundraising is evolving rapidly. As we step into the new era of data consciousness, organizations face a pivotal challenge: balancing effective fundraising strategies with the stringent demands of privacy compliance.
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Organizations like yours are increasingly realizing that technology adoption is only as good as the technology you choose. Statistics from a 2014 NTEN study show that seriously investing resources in training for your staff corresponds to higher adoption and ultimately technology effectiveness. In this report, we’ll give you a high-level overview of how to get your organization in shape for technology adoption and best practices for facilitating this critical process.
Blue Avocado
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Measuring the dual bottom lines of sustainability and impact can help you determine if the time has come for your nonprofit to conclude your mission — or pivot to a new one. The post Is Your Nonprofit’s Mission Obsolete — Or Just Ready for a New Direction? appeared first on Blue Avocado.
Donorbox
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Is your nonprofit in need of some good advice? Maybe you’re a young organization with little experience. Perhaps you’ve hit a fundraising slump, or you need help navigating tricky compliance issues. Whatever the reason, nonprofit advisory boards might be just what your organization needs to bring in fresh ideas, develop creative solutions, and raise funds. […] The post Nonprofit Advisory Boards: Their Roles & Responsibilities appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 4, 2023
There are so many people who contribute to a nonprofit’s success, but some of the biggest pieces of that puzzle may go unrecognized for their work. This year, NonProfit PRO is highlighting the efforts of Hillary Alford with the Unsung Hero Award.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 7, 2023
In the spirit of last-minute year-end fundraising actions , feel free to cut and paste this letter into your email, make any edits you think necessary, and get it out. We’ve done the work for you. I suggest you have this letter come from your CEO and the Chief Development Officer. At the end of the post, I also suggest two ways to pilot the draft before sending it out.
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