NTEN

DECEMBER 4, 2012

This issue of NTEN:Change takes a look at the various aspects of collaboration that nonprofit leaders should consider: benefits, tools, examples, pitfalls, and organizational "readiness.". Leadership Cheat Sheet: Is Your Organization Ready to Collaborate?

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

No matter how your nonprofit organization is making change in the world, it’s impacted by others’ decisions, whether those decisions come from local and national legislators, corporations, institutions, or others who hold power and shape the way we live our lives. Some have even described it as a grassroots rally on paper.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

Less than stellar board performance might not have been an issue. Is it even possible in organizations where the staff has little control over who fills those seats? Once you know who is needed, you must explain exactly what the organization expects from their service both in terms of activities and culture. This seems obvious.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. Press Forward seeks to stop and reverse that trend. What’s the problem?

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

These conversations are limited to bottom-line issues. We can’t predict what will happen, but we can gain an understanding of our organization’s ability to navigate the unknown and develop strategies to manage uncertainty. Frame the Issues Risk isn’t on most directors’ list of favorite topics for discussion.

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Conversation Challenge Evaluation Associations 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

By Annisa Wanat , an independent consultant who works to strengthen the capacity of mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals more strategically by providing customized solutions in leadership, management, and communications. Other stakeholders also want to know what an organization is doing to “go green.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

News articles on your website can serve the same function as blog posts on your website provided they are dated and written like a blog post, not a press release. 6) Share commentary and CTAs about current issues in the news. Supporters and donors want to hear positive stories about how your organization is making an impact.

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M+R

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

A recent article by the Associated Press sheds light on a troubling trend: nonprofit organizations, particularly 501(c)(3)s, are becoming increasingly wary of lobbying and advocacy efforts. Creating and disseminating these guides can provide voters with unbiased information about candidates’ stances on critical issues.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Whether you call it "data-driven", "data-informed", "evidence-based", or something else, making smarter decisions and strategies for your organization is something every nonprofit leader strives for—and what the latest issue of NTEN:Change is all about.

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

When you have a goal to meet—like asking a governing body to sign a bill into law, telling a CEO or other stakeholder to change a behavior or policy, or meeting goals around educating decision-makers on your issue area—you know you can’t do it alone. You need to activate your base and to move the needle on your issue.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 25, 2024

With more than 12 million installs and over 7000 apps, organizations choose the Salesforce AppExchange to meet their technological needs. Since its creation in the early 2000s, the Salesforce AppExchange has become a go-to resource for countless organizations. Completely configurable and scalable to your organization’s need.

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Associations Software Management System 119

sgEngage

APRIL 12, 2024

This approach, which champions the spirit of entrepreneurship within existing organizations, is not just beneficial; it is vital for recruiting and retaining the talent that will drive our missions forward. I first learned of this concept from Professor Arthur C. Brooks’ nonprofit management course at the Harvard Kennedy School.

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Media Cause

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Amidst the constant stream of news updates, social media advocacy campaigns offer people a relevant way to make a difference on the issues they care about. The best time to drive action is when an issue is in the news or trending on Twitter. Break down larger issues into smaller pieces of content.

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NTEN

MARCH 12, 2013

What kind of risks would your organization be taking if you adopt that new social network into your communications? This issue of NTEN:Change presents variations on that theme: tips and quizzes, inspiration and cautionary tales, examples and humor, all from peers and experts in the nonprofit and technology communities.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

We asked our partners, what are some ways organizations doing advocacy can consistently engage supporters and keep them ready to take action with you, even outside of crisis moments? MESG Marketing Mary Getz, principal and founder Yes, it’s true—when an issue is breaking there is a flurry of activity. Here’s what they said.

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Advocacy Local Audience Poll 143

Qgiv

MAY 14, 2021

Should our nonprofit address these issues? Do our supporters want to hear from us about these issues? Your crisis communication plan’s purpose is to guide your organization’s public communication in response to an event that could negatively impact your organization. This process can vary for different organizations.

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Qgiv

JUNE 30, 2021

Human resources (HR) is an essential aspect of any organization, as they are instrumental in recruiting, screening, hiring, training, and paying employees. In this post, we’ll provide 8 reasons why your nonprofit needs some form of HR functionality and how a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) can benefit you from beginning to end.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The nonprofit sector tackles an exponential amount of serious issues facing our world and society, all for the greater good. Nonprofit jokes: Corporate donors Why did Coca Cola’s recycling plant stop its giving program? >> It was soda-pressing. Why don’t donors trust ladder-up donation messages? >>

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Working with trusted community partners with deep history and expertise on grantmaking for racial equity, we responded this month by updating our special issue site on funding for racial equity. We began tracking grants and pledges based on press releases and public announcements to tell a real-time story. .

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Candid

JULY 2, 2021

The Ford Foundation's commitment will focus on addressing the growing epidemic of gender-based violence, reinforcing the need for a care-based economy, increasing workplace equality, and supplying critical resources to feminist movements and women's rights organizations addressing these global challenges.

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M+R

MARCH 1, 2024

powell and M+R Win’s Christian LoBue as they explore how political strategists, communication leaders, and organizers can tackle this election year head-on, guided by both our short-term goals for the cycle and the long-term health of our democracy. Please join a conversation between The Othering and Belonging Institute’s john a.

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NTEN

DECEMBER 1, 2011

The December issue of NTEN's quarlerly journal for nonprofit leaders is free and hot off the press. Featured in this issue: " From Outcomes to Impact ," by Julie Macalik with Greenlights for Nonprofit Success, which provides guidance for measuring the real impact of your nonprofit. "

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Media Cause

JANUARY 8, 2024

Nonprofits play a crucial role in addressing various societal issues—hunger, poverty, environmental conservation, and healthcare, just to name a few. This means that over time, your organization’s website can rank higher for multiple related keywords, attracting a broader audience and increasing your reach.

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NTEN

MARCH 1, 2012

Indeed it has, and the latest issue could be our best ever. I'm pleased to announce Issue Five of NTEN:Change, A Quarterly Journal for Nonprofit Leaders ! NTEN's publication (which was recently honored with a Publishing Trendsetter Award ) is free and hot off the press.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 10, 2021

Press Release. Dublin, Ohio] (March 10, 2021) — VolunteerHub was founded to provide nonprofits and other organizations with solutions that save time and streamline operations. “As Did you know that small organizations spend, on average, $18,800 per year to have untrained staff manage HR tasks? Media Contact.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 10, 2023

The Art of Event Promotion Through Media Relations As an event organizer, one of your primary goals is to ensure that your event reaches its maximum potential in terms of attendance and impact. Press Release Creation : Crafting well-written and attention-grabbing press releases is a fundamental task for the Media Relations team.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 4, 2022

That’s why hunger is such a complex and urgent issue. While many organizations are working on the problem, no one individual, government agency, nonprofit, or school can solve it on their own. Please submit your ideas on what issue you think is worth addressing to end hunger. Submit an Idea. Opens new window. About the Author.

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Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

Candid uses machine learning to automatically tag new grants, request for proposals (RFPs), and mission statements to our Philanthropy Classification System (PCS) taxonomy—or our way of organizing and enriching data to make it usable. Making it easier to attract donors online.

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Candid

JUNE 16, 2022

The experience has also shown us that, when pressed, philanthropy can flex its guidelines and meet the moment to address urgent need. . organizations outside Europe and the United States) and to frontline organizations in the Global North. . Supporting peer organizing and collective funder action. .

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Candid

JUNE 17, 2021

In terms of issue area, giving to public-society benefit organizations saw the largest increase, growing 15.7 billion; human services organizations, up 9.7 In terms of issue area, giving to public-society benefit organizations saw the largest increase, growing 15.7 billion; human services organizations, up 9.7

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Candid

MAY 26, 2022

It is important to note that we do not see COVID-19-related giving as moving money away from other pressing issues. Localization —the centering of power in the hands of those people who are most affected by the issue and focusing on local decision making—is often seen as an international issue. Flex your funding.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 10, 2022

Our nonprofit Trailblazers know better than anyone how to rise to the occasion of the world’s most pressing issues and how important relationships and reliance on community can be. This year, we’re back with two incredible community stories featuring Boys & Girls Club of America and European-based organization, Mary’s Meals.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

tax exempt nonprofit organizations must file various Forms 990 with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) each year. Candid staff also scan websites, press releases, social media, and news sources for grantmaking information. These searches tend to focus on narrow, high-profile issues, such as Covid-19 or racial equity.

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Kindful

APRIL 8, 2021

While it seems that some nonprofits have the luxury of being a household name or are always in the press, this just isn’t the case for the majority of us. Huge organizations have huge teams and designated employees just for nonprofit public relations and outreach, media connections, and communications. Reaching out to press.

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Candid

APRIL 25, 2024

news organizations, specifically local news outlets, have been rapidly dwindling. Among the funders for its first local chapter, Press Forward Chicago , were the Democracy Fund and the Chicago Community Trust, demonstrating the intersectional nature of local news funding. million to 44 POC-led and -serving organizations.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 17, 2022

As leaders of nonprofits, we have the power to create the perfect formula for innovation within our organizations. It all starts with your organization’s mission statement. Every new hire is an opportunity to build the organization of your dreams. So where are all the good ideas? This data is how we measure our impact.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 5, 2021

Now more than ever, your organization needs a digital transformation strategy to engage the next generation of members and deliver value. The online session will start with a presentation of insights around issues that are impacting today’s associations. The session will end with panelists answering your most pressing questions.

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