NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Informed Delivery can increase the effectiveness of your direct mail fundraising campaign while decreasing your postage costs. With only two more months left to take advantage of its dual benefits, here are the answers to the frequently asked questions I get on this strategy.
.orgSource
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
It’s a game! It’s a store! It’s entertainment! Nope, it’s the metaverse—a unique amalgam of online obsessions designed to keep thumbs clicking and Venmo accounts begging for cash. Or that’s what the creators of Forever 21 Shop City seem to be aiming for. Check it out. Technology research and consulting firm, Gartner, and Forbes Magazine […]. The post Forecasting For IT in an Unpredictable Climate appeared first on.orgSource.
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 5, 2022
By Jennifer Wemhoff , Communications Manager at GolfStatus.org – the leading event management platform for golf fundraisers. When it comes to fundraising events, one of the biggest lessons learned from the pandemic years is the unique value of golf fundraisers. While many organizations initially leaned on golf tournaments to help them weather the storm of COVID-related restrictions, they soon discovered that golf events are a strategic, engaging, and lucrative option that belongs in an organiza
EveryAction
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
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 ! As of Thursday, November 10, there are only nineteen days until GivingTuesday 2022!
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.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
As year-end approaches, it's even more important that you’re focusing your energy in the most impactful places. So, here are eight more tips that will help you prioritize, focus, and create space to make sure you’re taken care of and end your year strong.
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Fundraising videos build your case for support, providing viewers with an in-depth look at your organization and inspiring them to take action. It’s no surprise, then, that 57% of people who watch fundraising videos go on to make a donation.
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EveryAction
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
An RFP, or a request for proposals, is a process disguised as a document. While an RFP may look like a regular document with a list of things to do and brainstorm, an effective one breaks down a project (usually a big one) into parts and set out dates and milestones to get that project done. Nonprofits are not alone in using the RFP—here at Prosal , I’ve spent the last two years talking to people in finance, health care, and municipalities about RFPs.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
If you're not concerned about data security as a nonprofit, you should be. Hackers tend not to deliberately target nonprofits the way they do manufacturers and financial institutions, for example. But a lot of hacking is actually automated and based on exploiting targets of opportunity, and a lot of nonprofit IT security is underfunded and unprepared.
VisionLink
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Freedom of expression and assembly Protected rights, and our rights to vote Not perfect but protected Our Democracy Indebted to those who served And to those who do so now Not complete but progressing We the self-governed Thank you on this Veterans Day, this Armistice and Remembrance Day, to service members, veterans, and their families from all of us at Visionlink
Candid
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Does a nonprofit’s mission statement influence its fundraising efforts? New research conducted using data from Candid suggests that understanding this relationship can boost your nonprofit’s fundraising success. An effective nonprofit mission statement draws supporters and donors to an organization. It gets them excited about helping to achieve that mission.
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.
Nimble AMS
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
You already know that Nimble AMS is for innovative associations looking to blaze technological trails and offer the best member benefits. The association management software (AMS) leverages artificial in telligence , predictive analytics, and automation to assist your staff as they increase efficiency, become data-driven, and improve the member experience.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
If you are interested in flying solo in a consulting career path, you need to understand how you can help nonprofit organizations. Consultants’ experience in the nonprofit sector can assist nonprofits in many areas such as managing capital campaigns, doing prospect research, developing donor relationship plans, conducting feasibility studies, and grant writing.
VisionLink
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
We are pleased to share that Washington 211 has helped one million callers since the launch of their Visionlink software in 2019. Arion Bevan, a 211 Information and Referral Specialist from King County 211 Contact Center, helped the one millionth caller. Arion referred the caller to the Attorney General’s Office for a consumer fraud issue. Outstanding!
Candid
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Since Twitter’s new ownership took over in late October, the social media platform has experienced a significant decline in its userbase—a loss of over 1.3 million active users in one week. Candid’s Twitter account alone has lost over 1,000 followers in the same period, and we expect to see this negative trend continue. Additionally, rumors about paywalls , increases in hate speech , and chaos around the new paid verifications , have led to a lot of uncertainty, frustration, and confusion.
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.
Nonprofit AF
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
To my esteemed colleagues, On a webinar about Donor-Advised Funds that took place on October 19th, 2022, with Susannah Morgan,
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
It’s a common tactic for nonprofit organizations to seek out an older donor base in the hopes of soliciting larger gifts. When most people think of millennials and Generation Z, their financial freedom to give doesn’t typically come to mind.
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Every nonprofit needs the keen eye of a board of directors—but what are the nonprofit board positions you should fill? In order to create a board that can uplift your organization’s mission and long term goals, you need all the right players.
Charity Village
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
One of the toughest things to handle in the workplace is interpersonal conflict. It’s no surprise that a recent study showed 70% of respondents were avoiding difficult conversations in their workplace. This is for many and often personal reasons, but one of the commonly reported factors is that it’s the emotional intensity that is difficult […].
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
NOVEMBER 11, 2022
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question come from a nonprofit employee who want advice on how to budget and pay for capital campaign fundraising expenses: . Dear Charity Clairity, We just launched the very beginning phase of a capital campaign to create ADA handicap access in our Studio Annex where art classes are held.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
A nonprofit’s transparency is crucial for building trust with and being accountable to donors. Financial transparency is also, to a varying degree, legally required. Practicing transparency is a must that any nonprofit should follow as a part of its donor stewardship strategy.
DipJar
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Organizations committed to supporting veterans of the U.S. military are some of the most meaningful and impactful. In the past, we’ve shared the stories of four service members rowing across the Atlantic and of Warrior Canine Connection , which makes the training of service dogs just as beneficial as the dogs themselves. The creativity and commitment shown by these groups are an inspiration.
DonorPerfect
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
There are probably very few fundraisers who self-identify as procrastinators. When a Giving Tuesday campaign is set in motion last minute, it’s usually because time and resources have already been spent elsewhere. And there’s nothing shameful or procrastinatory about that. Fundraising is hard work. We’re here to help you make the most of Giving Tuesday Read More ».
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!
VQ Strategies
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
As workplaces struggle to hire and retain employees, nonprofits and other mission-driven organizations have parallel concerns regarding recruiting and retaining volunteers. In fact, the term “concerns” doesn’t really cut it. The cries we hear from the field echo more strongly than mere “concerns;” they are resounding worries and fears. Meanwhile, we also continue to see cross-generational blaming that, frankly, can undermine an effort to understand and respect varied workstyles and priorities.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
You might be seeing effects of the Great Resignation at your organization and tighter budgets due to economic inflation. If so, your approach to technology training can impact employee satisfaction and efficiency as well as staff turnover. Here are two things to consider.
Charity Village
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Are you interested in joining a global network of individuals passionate about making a positive difference in the world? Are you a Canadian citizen or permanent resident? Join WUSC on November 24th from 12pm to 1pm EST for a virtual information and Q&A session to learn more about the importance of international volunteering and how […]. The post You’re Invited!
DipJar
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Arts and cultural organizations are the sources of some of our favorite DipJar stories. They are literally all over the map. Today’s story comes from the small but mighty state of Rhode Island, where The Gamm Theatre has been providing great cultural programming for almost 40 years. We spoke with Amy Gravell, the managing director, and Shannon Carroll, the director of business & operations, about the theater, its mission in the community, the ways the community supports its efforts, and R
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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
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Nonprofits have been leaders in building sustainability for generations. Nonprofits can be the catalysts for the systemic change in consciousness we so desperately need by advocating for a community-benefit approach in our economic system. The post Nonprofits Have Been Right All Along: Community Benefit Models Can Solve Our Toughest Environmental Challenges appeared first on Blue Avocado.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Charity Navigator, the largest independent charity evaluator, is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a hybrid event that will raise money for highly rated charities.
Charity Village
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Cybersecurity is one of the most pressing issues facing both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. According to Check Point Software, the average number of weekly attacks faced by organizations in Q2 of 2022 was up 32 percent compared to the same period last year. Ransomware attacks increased 59 percent compared to the previous year. To put […].
Volunteer Hub
NOVEMBER 7, 2022
Creating, developing, and sustaining corporate partnerships is a win-win scenario for both your nonprofit and the businesses that support it. According to Nonprofit Source, 90% of company executives indicated that partnering with a reputable nonprofit organization enhanced their brand and 89% believe partnering leverages their ability to improve the community.
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