Candid

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

At Candid, our mission is to get you the information you need to do good. This also means clearing up mis information when we come across it. In service of this, in this blog, we’re highlighting five things we’ve heard about our grants data that aren’t quite accurate. These forms are a primary source of data about U.S.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The road to implementing new technology can be a long one, but your organization can smoo th the way with business process mapping. Read our blog to learn everything you need to know about b usiness process mapping and prepare your association for implementation success. What is business process mapping?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 4, 2022

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on best practices around sharing tax information with donors. First, I’m not really comfortable with the way we inform donors of the tax-deductibility of their gifts. I hear a lot about IRA rollovers and stock gifts, but we don’t really receive those.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 27, 2021

Amazon never asks me to enter payment information at checkout. Instead, payment information is stored under the Manage Payment Options under My Account. Once your stored payment information is established, every time you checkout it is a snap! What’s not to love about that? Think about the old saying, Time is Money.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Towards this end, why not be prepared to inform donors of giving opportunities of which they may not be aware? For example, last year I was delighted to receive an email from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco including information informing supporters about new tax deduction benefits made possible through the CARES Act.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Ross Dawson ’s new book, Thriving On Overload , provides you practical insights and strategies to build a positive relationship with information and excel at work and all your ventures. Dawson draws on his work as a leading futurist and 25 years of research into the practices that transform a surplus of information into compelling value.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 19, 2021

Who can you trust for information these days? Research sources (if you trust them) show that the American public distrusts common information sources: According to Pew Research Center, Americans’ trust in the federal government is at near historic lows. Three effective ways to become the trusted source of information in your industry.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Ross Dawson ’s book, Thriving On Overload , provides you practical insights and strategies to build a positive relationship with information and excel at work and all your ventures. Dawson draws on his work as a leading futurist and 25 years of research into the practices that transform a surplus of information into compelling value.

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sgEngage

JULY 13, 2021

While I applaud the designers of these templates for the beauty and even the adaptability of the templates to fit a variety of website types, I want to make a case for the value of a good Information Architecture. Information Architecture (IA) is the structural design of a website. The post What is Information Architecture?

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2024

I’ll share what I’ve learned from the big-picture analytics, insights from my deep dive into content, and how they inform my approach to our social media plan (which you’re welcome to borrow for your nonprofit). If you want to learn more about building out a social media strategy, check out my 2023 article on the topic.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 1, 2021

It’s worth noting that in the survey the questions about email marketing and fundraising are only presented to those that have working knowledge in nonprofit email marketing and fundraising. To receive future updates about the Global NGO Technology Survey data, please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

It’s all about finding the right partner for the goal you’ve set. We recommend soft-launching your Giving Tuesday campaign about two weeks before November 30. Implement initial feedback from previous donors, recurring donors, or board members, then polish your campaign for its official hard launch about a week out from Giving Tuesday.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

How much you can find out about individual donors depends on how much information a nonprofit or donor is willing to make public. While there is no comprehensive list or source of information that reveals individual donors who support a specific charity, you do have some options. 990s can be searched on 990 Finder.

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Bloomerang

MAY 4, 2023

Consider the American real-estate agent who recently tried to change my mind about the neighborhood I preferred just because he had an active listing somewhere else! Donors frequently need guidance about where and how their gifts will have the biggest impact. But that’s ill-informed thinking. They’re loving themselves.”

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Greater Giving

APRIL 18, 2023

This usually happens because Form 990 requires a lot of information, meaning some nonprofits run out of time to file. But, by educating yourself about Form 990, you’ll be more prepared to tackle it in a timely manner and meet the deadline every year. What information do I need to file Form 990?

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VisionLink

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

241 declaring November 16 as "National Information and Referral Services Day" at the request of the Alliance of Information and Referral Services (AIRS). One such services is 2-1-1 , a phone number used to access information about community services. In 2011 the Senate passed S.RES.241

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The Fundraising Authority

MAY 8, 2021

In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about the Google Ad Grant Program, including eligibility requirements, the application process, and benefits. Don’t worry about competing to win the grant. Is your site easy to use and up to date with navigation, mission statement, some pages, or posts about your work?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Sometimes, though, not everyone understands the important difference between informal mentoring and formal mentoring. Formal mentoring is structured, intentional, and short-termed (typically about three to six months). It also requires the support of top management.

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Candid

JUNE 8, 2023

Over the past five years of researching and writing about AI adoption for the nonprofit sector, we have argued for nonprofits to use AI ethically and responsibly—which means taking a human-centered, strategic, and reflective approach. A simple query to ChatGPT about its potential dangers generated a half-dozen examples.

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Forum One

JULY 11, 2023

The app’s current features include a home feed with algorithm-recommended content, a search functionality that allows users to find other accounts, an activity feed for users to see information on engagements with their posts and followers, and a profile for each user. Much like other Meta platforms, Threads also collects a lot of user data.

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Candid

APRIL 28, 2022

As Candid’s online librarian, I often receive questions about starting a nonprofit, what it entails, and whether it’s the best way to pursue a person’s particular passions. Here we share some of the most commonly asked questions about starting a nonprofit. . However, it is important to understand this process before moving forward.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 30, 2014

of Martus —our free, open source, secure information collection and management software—which includes major updates and usability improvements. Our goal is to make it far easier for groups that work with vulnerable populations keep the sensitive information they collect confidential. We’re very excited about Martus 4.5.

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Candid

JULY 12, 2022

We’re sharing all you need to know about fiscal sponsorship to help you decide if this is the right fit. . Our free on-demand training, What You Need to Know About Fiscal Sponsorships . The information provided in this article is intended to offer general guidance on fiscal sponsorships. What is fiscal sponsorship? .

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sgEngage

AUGUST 2, 2023

Even though your nonprofit organization may not need to pay federal income tax, it still needs to report its financial details, activities, contributions received, and certain other information every year in order to stay compliant with the IRS. Which 990 Form(s) Should I File? It’s faster. No more waiting for daily system processing cycles.

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The MatrixFiles

JUNE 15, 2021

Guidance from speakers at the start and close of sessions about what’s next. Conferences are all about connecting with our friends, colleagues and peers. One client is now known for a great Jeopardy game where the questions are all about their accreditation program! Intentional Connections and Networking.

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VolunteerMark

MAY 5, 2021

In the era of “hacking” and information being easily accessible on the internet, it’s no surprise that people are ever more concerned about privacy and information security, especially at nonprofits. The post Keeping Volunteer Information Secure from Cyber Theft & Data Leaks appeared first on VolunteerMark Blog.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

80% do not want organizations to share their contact information with other organizations and 92% want organizations to make a concerted effort to protect their contact and financial information from data breaches. 13) Privacy rights are a growing concern for donors. View: Giving Trends in South America Data Sheet.

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sgEngage

JUNE 13, 2022

Candid’s mission is to get grantmakers and nonprofits the information you need to do good. Along the way, we’ve learned important lessons about balancing data protection and transparency. And, as another funder noted, the grantee’s decision on information being public or confidential may not be static.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Candid responded by publishing a website that provided information on funding for coronavirus relief, resources for nonprofits and individuals, news on the pandemic, and more. Creating the site was a cross-departmental effort in the spirit of Candid’s mission to “get [people] the information they need to do good.”

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 28, 2021

This is where you can communicate your core values and how they inform how you do the work that you do. That’s why you should provide them with up-to-date branding information and fundraising materials from the start of their tenure. . With that in mind, give your board members information on how the nonprofit was formed and why.

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sgEngage

MAY 27, 2022

How this applies to nonprofits: Integrating your bank and credit card feeds directly into your fund accounting platform securely passes that information through and auto-matches to what is already in the ledger. Instead, they can manage their expenses as soon as they happen and get the business office the information they need.

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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

Cloud service associate, Gabriel Csanalosi of Tech Impact frequently receives questions about cloud security when nonprofits adopt Office 365. The ability to grant access to certain apps, software, and files in the cloud keeps confidential and highly sensitive information on a “need to know basis.” Encrypted information.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 6, 2011

The findings suggest that if nonprofits are more transparent in sharing information about their results online that they could attract more donors. The study also states that donors want to be able to obtain this information from third-party portals and 53 percent of donors survyed want to use such sites.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Indirect costs can be confusing because there is conflicting information about indirect cost rates for nonprofits, what is considered an indirect cost, and how to calculate the costs. What about costs that are not salaries or other clearly allocated expenses? When it comes to other expenses, they are not always evenly split.

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VQ Strategies

JUNE 22, 2021

As I prepare to deliver a training today on navigating sticky situations with volunteers for a statewide network of food banks, I am reminded once again of my favorite statement about conflict: Conflict occurs when we demand and expect others to behave in a way that is not natural or known. Monica Wofford, Make Difficult People Disappear ).

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

When setting up an online event, you must first establish deliverables and key information. It should include your event schedule, detailed information about each session, participating vendors, and event sponsors. The post All You Need To Know About Virtual Conferences appeared first on Accelevents. panel discussions.

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Candid

JANUARY 3, 2024

The calendar year is the one you’re used to thinking about, the one your Outlook and Google calendars use. Fiscal year When we talk about nonprofit data, though, perhaps the most important “year” to understand is the fiscal year. Financial information taken from most recently available tax form. February 1,592 0.31 billion 0.90

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