Bloomerang

MAY 4, 2021

When it comes to a good nonprofit story, struggle and overcoming are at the center. This is especially effective when trying to convince an audience why the mission of your organization is an important one. Knowing what struggle your nonprofit helps solve will help you get good at identifying which stories you should be sharing.

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Bloomerang

JULY 27, 2021

Once you’ve cracked the code to the pattern, you’ll find that telling compelling nonprofit stories becomes less overwhelming and more manageable. If you feel like you struggle to know where to start when sharing compelling nonprofit stories , keep reading! Below I’ll break a good story down into four key ingredients.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

As a nonprofit management student, preparing to enter this field can be challenging because it’s still developing. The University of San Francisco was the first school to offer a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration less than 40 years ago, and the first School of Philanthropy was created just nine years ago at Indiana University.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

posted by Shelbee Axsom-Anderson Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. Most in the nonprofit sector have heard the question, “How much of my donation will go toward programs?” Nonprofits depend on sustainable revenue sources to ensure their mission is fulfilled. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

For nonprofits whose target audience is primarily underserved youth, the task of finding funding shouldn’t be difficult. If your nonprofit serves other areas, check out the other funder lists I recently wrote, including ones on Education , Arts & Culture , and Environment & Conservation. Funding Priority: Youth Programs.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 3, 2009

Many of us have a love and hate relationship with nonprofit dashboards. But, for the most part, nonprofit dashboard reports, if they are measuring the right metrics, are useful tools. That's the cultural norm in the nonprofit sector, with a couple of exceptions. Two years later, we might have some answers.

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Bloomerang

MAY 25, 2021

and an external audience (public at large, new donors, lapsed donors , politicians, etc.) Again, these groups could be recurring donors, potential donors, the general public, event attendees, etc. Many nonprofit donor management systems can be extremely beneficial in helping you track and segment your donor base. Do not pass go.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 24, 2014

Does your organization offer classes in how to protect your privacy online? This session, Public Tech Instruction: Internet Safety , this Wednesday, March 26 at 11 a.m. individual settings to patrons in public libraries and nonprofit. organizations. We will hear from the Monroe County Public Library.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 3, 2021

A donor’s first experience with your organization should be a good one as it can be the difference between turning them into a repeat supporter or someone who gives once and never again. . A welcome email series can help with that, taking a new supporter to a strong “friend” of the organization with very little effort on your part. .

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Qgiv

JULY 8, 2022

Karen brings over 30 years of experience in the nonprofit community and has provided counsel to more than 70 organizations, offering her expertise in major gifts fundraising, feasibility studies, and capital campaigns. First, organizations must continue to be flexible and innovative. 1 – Giving reached a record $484.85

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Nonprofits Source

AUGUST 18, 2023

NP Source is devoted to providing nonprofits with the knowledge and resources they need to grow their digital marketing and fundraising efforts to new heights. A big part of that involves exploring the software systems available to such organizations. And increase their matching gift revenue by over 61%!

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Qgiv

JUNE 16, 2021

For over 60 years, Giving USA : The Annual Report on Philanthropy in America, has provided comprehensive charitable giving data that are relied on by donors, fundraisers, and nonprofit leaders. The research in the annual report estimates all giving to charitable organizations across the United States. Breakdown of $471.44

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Morgan McLenan works on the Project Team at Donorly, where she is able to strengthen development initiatives for critical nonprofits. The challenge can be in knowing which nonprofit data to prioritize, along with how to evaluate it and use it to make improvements. What can data help your nonprofit achieve?

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CauseVox

AUGUST 18, 2022

Among the thousands of nonprofits that use CauseVox, we’re always amazed at the impact each organization makes everyday. As a graduate of Indiana Bible College, she spent two decades working at a ministry and mentoring missionary kids before transitioning to her current role. Grow Your Email List. Message Your Followers.

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2021

As the world starts to open back up after the COVID-19 pandemic, now is an excellent time to re-imagine the various components of your organization and whether or not an in-person fundraising event makes sense. One area a lot of nonprofits are starting to dissect even more is the world of fundraising events.

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Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2021

Many organizations are re-inventing themselves and their events after the COVID-19 pandemic. Madison Gonzalez is a National Public Speaker, Storyteller of the Year Award-Winner, Best-Selling Author of Dear Mirror, Events Manager, and Published Poet. Author information Madison Gonzalez Advancement Director at Morning Light, Inc.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2021

Giving USA 2021 , produced by Giving USA Foundation and Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy , reports total giving grew 5.1% Here are a few 2021 key findings from the report to help us retain and upgrade nonprofit donors: . In terms of issue area, giving to: Public-society benefit organizations grew 15.7% (14.3%

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Note from Beth: I was thrilled to be interviewed by Steve along with many other nonprofit data nerds, for his new book, Data Driven Nonprofits. He was kind enough to send me an advanced copy and it is definitely a must read. Why do some organizations struggle to manage their data? SECRETS TO SUCCESS.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2014

While some may think corporate philanthropy means writing a check and calling it a day, many corporations seek multilayered, strategic partnerships with nonprofits that fall in line with their core business objectives. By doing so, nonprofits can build robust, mutually beneficial relationships with companies. How can you get started?

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2022

By broadening your definition of the Season of Giving, your nonprofit creates an opportunity for more meaningful connections with all your constituents, showcasing your support of ethnic traditions while asking for support of your cause. No matter the audience or the appeal, publicity is vital to your Season of Giving outreach.

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Bloomerang

JULY 13, 2021

Will parking be covered by each guest or will your organization “foot” the bill? . Madison Gonzalez is a National Public Speaker, Storyteller of the Year Award-Winner, Best-Selling Author of Dear Mirror, Events Manager, and Published Poet. Is the venue easily accessible or is it a long walk from the car?

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Tech Soup

JUNE 27, 2017

From time to time, we love to feature the great work of people and organizations that we admire. Kerry Thomson at Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County, Indiana. Kerry Thomson is retiring this month as president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County in central Indiana. One in five people there live in poverty.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Does the thought of creating a tech plan for your organization seem overwhelming? Julie Elmore, library director, Oakland City-Columbia Township Public Library (Indiana). If you've never even considered creating a tech plan for your organization, or it's been a while, you're not alone. A mysterious process?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Last week, I facilitated a mini-innovation lab on measuring impact for grantees of the Google Nonprofit program at the Impact Hub. My Nonprofit Needs A Data Nerd! The concept included enlisting a telco partner who would provide the phones and data cards. The hot button issue was capacity, skills, and lack of resources.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Here’s how you can acknowledge the month and what nonprofits you can support in their fight against breast cancer and their quest to find a cure. One of the most popular ways that organizations fundraise for breast cancer awareness is with peer-to-peer campaigns like 5Ks, fun runs, and walks. Nonprofits to support. The Susan G.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 24, 2012

" 2011 NTEN Champions Fundraising Campaign by the Numbers | NTEN – "The funny thing about being the Nonprofit Technology Network is that it can be really hard to practice what we preach. I need to stop calling what my association does strategic planning." Besides average gift amount, what might we expect?"

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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. Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2017

Effective storytelling means nonprofits can reach more people, touch more hearts, and create bigger impact. TechSoup's NetSquared meetups will bring local nonprofits free digital storytelling workshops in more than 40 cities between August and October. The world is better when nonprofits can better tell their story.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn is a major gift fundraiser and nonprofit communications expert who uses technology to amplify her impact and do more with less. Carolyn has many years of hands-on experience working in the trenches of nonprofit fundraising across Texas and beyond. News & World Report’s Best Nonprofit Management Programs blog.

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sgEngage

JUNE 19, 2012

The Giving USA Foundation and its research partner, the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University , has released Giving USA 2012: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the year 2011. Adjusted for inflation, giving to educational organizations was flat at a 0.9% Giving to health organizations is estimated to have increased 2.7%

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 13, 2009

This conversation came about after Seth's provoking post " The Problem with Non " took a swing at nonprofits for lack of adoption of social media, saying it was all due to fear. This caused an angry uproar on nonprofit blogs and Twitter from nonprofits saying there were plenty examples of nonprofits using social media effectively!

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Tech Soup

MAY 1, 2017

Our mighty army of volunteers hosted over 500 free nonprofit technology trainings last year, and we're on track to reach even more organizers this year. Well, the average NetSquared organizer spends 8.2 And while you're there, be sure to give your event organizer a hug for me! Columbus, Ohio: Nonprofit IT Forum.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Through raw data collected from more than 2,700 nonprofit and development professionals from across the country and representing a cross-section of organizational structures, Underdeveloped illustrates the oftentimes challenging career tract of fundraising, particularly within smaller nonprofits. relationships and promote giving.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 11, 2013

continuing series, we invite a nonprofit scholar, student, or professional to. inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. David loves to offer his skills and interests as well as writing a check, becoming deeply engaged in one nonprofit at a time. When I want to get involved in an organization, it’s all in.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 1, 2011

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit expert from our academic faculty to highlight a research report or study and discuss how it can inform and improve day-to-day nonprofit practice. Thanks to the 100 people who took our nonprofit sector quiz ! Among local nonprofits, St.

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sgEngage

JUNE 20, 2011

The Giving USA Foundation and its research partner, the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University , has released Giving USA 2011: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the year 2010. billion in grants and gifts made by corporate foundations to recipient organizations and individuals. This subsector has been the largest for 56 years.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 23, 2014

Each June, nonprofit and philanthropy leaders gather for the unveiling of what’s become an annual report card for charitable giving in America and, by extension, for fundraisers. And it is this report that nonprofit CEOs present to their boards throughout the country, giving them a sense of the overall giving picture in America.

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