The MatrixFiles

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Here are a few statistics that we shared: 27% of Americans say they have not too much or no confidence in scientists to act in the public’s best interest ( Pew Research ) 39% of Americans, a record-high, say they don’t trust the media at all. This translates into the negative national narrative that college isn’t worth it.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

If you want to contribute to relief efforts in Maui, there are plenty of ways you can help. Here are some options for you: Support the First Responders The American Red Cross and the American Red Cross of Hawaii have mobilized to open shelters, distribute emergency supplies, help with damage assessment, and locate missing loved ones.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Some individual board members may want to start with “easier” tasks like thanking donors, but eventually, they should be directly helping raise thousands of dollars annually. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps. Be Informed. Then help implement these tools. Is the donor renewal rate low?

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

The matrix is a diagram that helps the board outline its current characteristics, pinpoints gaps in demographics or talent, and identifies what skills are needed in the future. Help future leaders understand what is truly important for your association from day one by emphasizing organizational priorities. Cultivate Diversity.

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Mentoring Director Associations Professional 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2020

In a few different instances, you can even point donors toward helping the cause that your nonprofit champions. Your supporters can benefit from this information, too. Below are a few simple ideas you can pass on to your nonprofit’s supporters to help them create positive change with their mobile devices. Ready to get started?

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore a few key types of advocacy that help organizations drive positive change; tactics that unite and activate supporters; and technology to make this important work more effective and efficient. Later, that information can be used to target the most active and educated supporters and get them involved.

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VisionLink

JANUARY 18, 2023

Starting on page 6, with the fact that weather-related disasters are clearly on the rise, it is now increasingly important that our government agencies continue to help fund and guide mitigation and resilience-building efforts.

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Tech Soup

JULY 26, 2017

The IMLS recently awarded the Internet Archive's Archive-It service a Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian grant from its Continuing Education in Curating Collections program for the project Community Webs: Empowering Public Librarians to Create Community History Web Archives. Register for webinar. About the Author. spanhidden.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 6, 2021

You find a local nonprofit in your community that you think might be able to help you find and utilize resources relating to rental assistance. The employee is unaware of the issues you face, and is unsure on how to help. Why does DEI matter? Rosario is a mother of two who loves to powerlift.

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TechImpact

JANUARY 2, 2014

Here is a list of security issues your nonprofit, and a nonprofit just like yours, are likely facing, and ways a cloud can help to alleviate those very problems according to John Simcock of eduserv. Data stored on the cloud will have added security hurdles that must be cleared before your information is compromised. High turnover.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 6, 2021

Public policy and the nonprofit sector. Public policy at all levels of government has the ability to threaten the work of all nonprofits (National Council of Nonprofits, 2019). The effects of federal policy often trickle down to the state and local levels. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. A missed opportunity. Establish support.

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

A strong and effective board can help provide strategic direction, keep your finances in check, and uphold a high standard of governance. Board match programs in your community that your local community foundation or United Way may offer. Few things are more critical to your nonprofit’s success than your board of directors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

Every board member should have easy access to committee reports, strategic plans, fundraising goals, and any other document that will help them make the best possible decisions about the nonprofit. Setting up Google Drive is a simple way to share all this information. 2) Strengthen Institutional Memory. FULL BIO ].

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

However, you also know these cycles of boom and bust aren’t always efficient or effective at building a truly successful program—instead, retaining advocates year-round and between campaigns is what will help you build more power and make a deeper impact in alignment with your long-term vision and goals. Learn more at MESG.marketing !

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Advocacy Local Audience Poll 143

Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

Along with many funders incorporating trust-based philanthropy practices and principles, this growing trend may affect giving to nonprofits and impact the way nonprofits are asked to share organizational information with funders. After all, local public librarians know where to find the most useful information and are happy to help!

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) has been part of Candid’s Funding Information Network since 1980, providing local nonprofits and the public with access to Candid’s resources, including Foundation Directory, for free. Q&A with a Toledo-based library on building community capacity.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

The average Facebook user has 338 friends, so if just one of your supporters shares information about your event you can increase awareness of your event significantly. Keep text brief but informative. Make it easy to make an informed and convincing ask. Want to go the extra mile?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The public library plays a central role in serving the dynamic needs of communities across the country, and is often the first place a person turns to for help. The Free Library offers appointments to help people develop a donor research strategy and get the most out of using Foundation Directory. From there, they are hooked!

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Corporate partners are often happy to help out because of the benefits they receive from charitable involvement. Emphasize the positive publicity that corporate sponsors and individual donors can receive from donating raffle prizes to your event. Local goods basket. How can you simplify the raffle planning process?

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Grassroots organizations provide vital services to local communities, yet they struggle to compete for grants against large national nonprofits that can leverage robust development teams, considerable fundraising experience, and established relationships with grantmakers.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Libraries have helped fill the void by providing hot spot access and in some cases laptops computers to students. According to the Public Library Association, 93 percent of public libraries report leaving Wi-Fi on when buildings were closed to the public. Libraries have adapted to COVID-19 challenges in unique ways.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

The public counts on nonprofit organizations to champion important issues and bring about positive change. Crowdfunding helps you raise money for issues that are central to your organization and offset any costs not covered by your budget or other fundraising efforts. Help Me Feed Hungry Kids!

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

In the race for funding, your nonprofit may face a number of factors, including public perception, the economic climate, and varying government funding. Clear communication to ensure everyone is on the same page, as well as active listening to understand donor goals, help tailor fundraising strategies and approaches quickly.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 16, 2014

posted by Chrisal Valencia Member Events & Volunteer Coordinator Local First Arizona Public Allies has played a very definitive role in my life. As I prepped for what I wanted to say to the next graduating class of Public Allies Arizona, I took a queue from my own days as an ally and reflected. Ouch, burn.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 27, 2023

This transparency helps build trust. The fact that some crowdfunding platforms obscure the location of the function that enables the user to change the tip amount doesn’t help (see Transparency and trust , above). Crowdfunding platforms collect data and feedback from users to refine their models and policies.

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Tips Donor Attitude Platform 98

NTEN

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Giving back to the local community that physically hosts the NTEN Community through NTC Days of Service expresses a guiding value of the annual event. Are you an Austin-based organization that could use some help either in person between March 3-6, 2015 or virtually in advance of the conference? We would love to hear from you!

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 9, 2023

Smaller gifts from individuals, events, and items like engraved bricks help support the campaign toward the end, when a small amount is left to reach the goal. Capital campaigns are the perfect platform to snag well-known community leaders to help with raising money, raising awareness, and making connections. Volunteer involvement.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 18, 2018

posted by Emma Mones Class 12 Public Ally. Therefore, I took a leap of faith, took “the road less traveled,” and applied for Public Allies Arizona. Through hosting informational booths at community events and presenting to local businesses and community groups, I have shared the mission of my agency with hundreds of people.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Candid (formerly Foundation Center and GuideStar) has been helping nonprofit newcomers for 40+ years. So much so, that we created a program and began partnering with hundreds of organizations across the United States (and a few points abroad) to help them become go-to hubs for their local nonprofit communities.

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Achieve

JUNE 7, 2024

This research method has the innate ability to uncover valuable information about prospective major donors, helping your organization better understand and cultivate relationships with prospects. When you reach the solicitation stage, you can pull insights from this data that help you personalize your fundraising ask.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

By following these suggestions during your planning process, you’ll be better prepared to drive awareness and make meaningful change at a local, national, or global level: Set clear campaign goals and identify a timeline. This is important both for making a clear plan and for engaging the public. Rely on established relationships.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

This helps you get specific about the skills and traits you are looking for in volunteers. Plus, it can help you keep track of all your volunteer applications in one place. To get started, create a simple website or landing page where you can list available volunteer positions and provide information about how to apply.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 11, 2023

Conducting a power analysis will highlight these gaps in your volunteer program; information that should be part of your campaign and resource planning. These volunteers are mostly your lowest level advocates who might help you fill up a lawmaker’s inbox or gain some attention on social media during critical parts of your campaign.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 1, 2020

For more information and ideas, check out How to Create a Welcome Series for New Donors. 2) Have Current Donor Information Sent to Your Inbox. Use scheduled reports to make sure you have the most relevant and up to date information sent to your inbox: monthly, weekly, daily, etc. List of major gifts given today.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 29, 2021

That blog grew into Outdoor Afro , a nationwide leadership network helping Black people engage with the outdoors, learn about the Black history of public spaces, and support conservation efforts. We educate participants on the historical significance of public lands, unearthing long-omitted perspectives.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. You can start by sharing information and agreeing to work on something for a few short weeks or months. Funder collaboration need not be burdensome, nor does it require perfect alignment.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

To help start your year off strong, consider prioritizing these five fundraising ideas today. Consider showing your donors some love by: Calling new or recurring donors (or asking your board for help) to express your gratitude for their support. This multi-channel approach not only helps diversify your funding streams.

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