Nonprofit Tech for Good
APRIL 17, 2021
Sponsored Post by: Accelerist , a leader in social impact partnership technology, supporting hundreds of brands and charitable organizations in finding and growing their partnerships with each other. May 18 Webinar: Steward Corporate Partners Like a Boss. With a heightened focus on building new partnerships, the importance of stewardship is often overlooked in corporate fundraising.
.orgSource
APRIL 21, 2021
Siloed organizations used to be hard to manage; today, they are a real business liability. Success in the digital marketplace depends on a holistic approach—this is a mantra that I can’t repeat frequently enough. Systems, teams, and departments must all be directed toward common goals. If imposing this level of discipline seems daunting, a content […].
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NonProfit PRO
APRIL 21, 2021
When we decide to give someone a gift, we usually try really hard to get a gift that is meaningful to the person we’re giving it to. When we seek to succeed with our philanthropic investors, unfortunately, a sort of organizational narcissism often kicks in.
Wild Apricot
APRIL 22, 2021
I was talking to an administrative coordinator recently who had just started at a small nonprofit in Toronto. Although she loved her new role, she was having some trouble figuring out who to reach out to about some industry questions she had. Since.
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.
Association TV
APRIL 20, 2021
Let’s start this off with an analogy (we know you love those). A customer orders a pepperoni pizza. Instead of pepperoni, a Hawaiian pizza shows up at the door. The customer didn’t get what they wanted and now they’re disappointed. They might try the same place again and hope the mistake gets fixed, but if it doesn’t that restaurant will likely lose a customer.
Hands on Fundraising
APRIL 20, 2021
Fundraising builds communities. Those communities might be based in a particular geographic area. Or they might encompass the world, but a specific interest. But the goal is the same: find the people who care a lot about the mission. Fundraising is an important way to build community. Because for many people, giving money is how […]. The post What community-centered fundraising means to me appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
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Wild Apricot
APRIL 20, 2021
First launched in 2017 as a short-form video sharing app used mostly by teens, TikTok has exploded in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. As people look for entertainment and connection during long periods of lockdown, the hilarity, quirkiness.
Bloomerang
APRIL 20, 2021
If you are working to master the messaging of your mission to share with the public, start by looking within. Sounds very spiritual doesn’t it? But really, good nonprofit strategic communication begins within an organization before ever setting out to share with everyone else. . Before you communicate with an audience, get together with your board and staff and get your stuff straight.
Nimble AMS
APRIL 20, 2021
“I don’t need to increase retention rates or recruit new members.” – said no association professional ever. Most association are focused on improving member retention and increasing membership , even when membership times are good. Over the last year, associations have reinvented themselves and created amazing member value. And, members agree. According to Community Brands research , half of Members believe their organization is more important since the pandemic.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 22, 2021
As we enter a new, more hopeful era, there’s one question that we’ve begun to hear from clients and organizations in the nonprofit space: What now?
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.
Wild Apricot
APRIL 22, 2021
Does your organization have a member directory? It may seem like a simple list of members, but the benefits of having a member directory make it one of the most important sections you can add to your website. A member directory helps create a more.
Candid
APRIL 20, 2021
On March 16, 2021, eight people were murdered in Atlanta. Six were Asian women: Soon Chung Park, Hyun Jung Grant, Suncha Kim, Yong Ae Yue, Xiaojie Tan, and Daoyou Feng. In the wake of their deaths, individuals, communities, and organizations have shown solidarity with words, actions, and millions of dollars pledged to end anti-Asian discrimination, violence, and hate.
sgEngage
APRIL 20, 2021
The average recurring donor gives an astounding 42% more per year than one-time donors. In other words, if your organization isn’t actively offering and promoting recurring donations, you’re likely missing out on a decent portion of potential revenue. These programs are widely adopted across the nonprofit sector as part of organizations’ regular fundraising efforts, because they provide a consistent, predictable source of income while also helping donors feel like they’re making a positive impac
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 21, 2021
Recently, we wrote a blog, “‘I’m Speaking,’ Explained,” that described an experience I had that changed the way I thought about how I interacted with others.
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.
Saleforce Nonprofit
APRIL 19, 2021
When I talk with nonprofit leaders about digital transformation , I get responses that range from excitement and optimism to skepticism and overwhelm. Even the leaders who are eager to reimagine the way their organizations work aren’t sure how to determine how far they’ve progressed on their path to transformation — and how much more lies ahead. It can sound big and murky, but digital transformation simply means integrating technology into your organization in a way that enhances your ability to
Qgiv
APRIL 23, 2021
At some point in your professional fundraising career, you’ve probably heard the importance of storytelling when crafting your nonprofit’s donor experience. In fact, you’ve most likely heard every industry leader teach this until they’re blue in the face! No matter your experience, a crucial aspect of storytelling is helping donors understand what your organization does and showing how, or who, you’re helping.
Get Fully Funded
APRIL 20, 2021
Sometimes the only thing standing between you and launching a successful fundraising campaign to fund a new, needed program is an extra set of hands. It may make sense to hire someone to give you that help, especially if that person has the skills you need and can work remotely. What you need is a nonprofit virtual assistant or VA. A virtual assistant is an independent contractor who provides services for clients while working from their home office.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 22, 2021
NonProfit PRO is looking for insights from our community of experts on the condition of the nonprofit landscape. Contribute to this research study by providing details on charitable giving, how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted your organization, technology investments that would benefit your team most, and more.
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.
sgEngage
APRIL 23, 2021
Dear Maureen, My organization’s fundraising database is a hot mess! We’ve had some turnover on our development team, and it seems like every person has used the system differently. There are no rules, and that means our database is almost useless. I’m trying to figure out how to share the extent of the problem with my boss, but I have no idea what will help us solve this nightmare.
Blue Avocado
APRIL 20, 2021
Originally enacted as part of the CARES Act in March 2020, and subsequently voted into law last December, the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) may now be claimed by eligible employers—and that includes tax-exempt nonprofit organizations—that previously received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan. Since most eligible employers opted for a PPP loan instead of claiming […].
Bloomerang
APRIL 17, 2021
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 comes from a nonprofit leader who needs advice on who the best prospects are to ask for legacy gifts. Dear Charity Clairity, My board wants us to develop a legacy giving program.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 21, 2021
In this episode of The NonProfit Voice, Nhu Te, editor-in-chief of NonProfit PRO, is joined by JoAnn Dodd, marketing and database director at Open Door Mission, and Gabe Cooper, founder and CEO of Virtuous.
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
APRIL 23, 2021
Are you looking to recruit volunteers for an event or to take on a few regular tasks to help your organization? Whether you need in-person or remote volunteers, a great place to start is by sending an email to your existing contacts. You never know.
Saleforce Nonprofit
APRIL 21, 2021
By: Devi Thomas, VP of Marketing Communications at Salesforce.org and Amy Goddard, Manager of Marketing Communications at Salesforce.org. Prior to the pandemic, podcasts kept many of us sane during our daily commutes. As social distancing left those of us non-banana bread bakers searching for entertainment, podcasts came to the rescue even more — with a 42% increase in listens globally. .
Charity Village
APRIL 23, 2021
This article is an excerpt from Human Resources Impact of COVID-19 on Canadian Charities and Nonprofits, a report published by CharityVillage and The Portage Group. The full report covers staffing, volunteering, and the use of government subsidies and relief programs and is based on a survey completed by 1,361 Canadian charities and nonprofits in February 2021. […].
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 22, 2021
“The Surprising Gift of Doubt,” written by Marc Pitman of Concord Leadership Group, is a book that’s not just about nonprofit leadership. It can be applied to leaders in any situation, especially if you, as a leader, needs some re-grounding or refocus.
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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.
CauseVox
APRIL 20, 2021
We’re now a few months into 2021 and a full year into the COVID-19 pandemic. With vaccine rollouts underway, nonprofits are still wondering: how do I fundraise during COVID? Will there be a return to in-person events and normal fundraising for 2021? No one can predict exactly how vaccination rollout and the pandemic will play out this year. But we can plan carefully to ensure that fundraising is successful regardless using the latest insights and strategies. .
Candid
APRIL 23, 2021
Reprinted from PND. Independent Sector has announced that the estimated value of a volunteer hour in the United States reached $28.54 in 2020, up from $27.20, or 4.9 percent, in 2019. Calculated by the University of Maryland's Do Good Institute , the estimate is based on hourly earnings released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and uses data from AmeriCorps on volunteer hours.
AccelEvents
APRIL 23, 2021
Event marketing strategies to leverage Hybrid events are the need of the modern marketer of today. With the rise in virtual events due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more businesses are seeing that virtual platforms can produce high-quality events. And now that things are starting to open back up, expect more hybrid events, or p artially in-person events.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 20, 2021
As we continue to recover from the COVID-19 crisis, so many aspects of our lives have gone virtual. We’re working on virtual teams, getting together with friends and family in virtual meeting rooms and, for those of us who work in nonprofit development, fundraising virtually, too.
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