ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 12, 2022

Nonprofits can lower the risk of burnout and turnover by strengthening their employee engagement strategies. There should be a shared passion between the organization and the potential employee, as well as a clear understanding of expectations on both ends. Development. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Onboarding process.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Here at Bloomerang , we specialize in volunteer management tools that help organizations develop impactful volunteer programs. We understand what it takes to empower teams of supporters, and using our firsthand knowledge, we’ve pulled together several volunteer engagement ideas and strategies for maximizing your team’s impact.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2023

During 2023, I’ve written extensively about all things tech, from digital transformation to MarCom strategies, and more recently AI. podcast Sharon Rice,org Source Director of Business Strategy , and I talked about these shifting dynamics. No matter what topic I choose, one idea persists. In a recent Association 4.0

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.orgSource

APRIL 25, 2023

You don’t have to spend much time on the site to understand the difference between outstanding and dismal. Applicants are seeking work/life balance, personal fulfillment, and career development. Applicants are seeking work/life balance, personal fulfillment, and career development. On a recent Association 4.0

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 9, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes Leveraging Your Board for Nonprofit Fundraising: 10 Strategies and Tips for Success What if we told you that your nonprofit’s board members hold the keys to a fundraising revolution? Provide board members with resources and training on making effective asks for donations and support.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

The book, Power To The Middle , shows how managers are the crucial link between a company’s ground floor and top brass. However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

Relationship building is the cornerstone of any good development plan, and it can take a while for a potential donor to be ready to give that first gift, or for a current donor to decide to “level up” their giving. Acknowledgement is important, but gratitude can make the difference between keeping or losing a donor relationship.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Sharon Rice ,orgSource, Managing Director of Business Strategy, moderated this insightful conversation. While some businesses are writing their final pandemic chapter, the healthcare and restaurant industries continue to feel the aftershocks of seismic disruption. Eroding Trust Trust was the theme for the ColLAB. Patrick’s Day weekend crowds.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

To help your nonprofit organize future advocacy campaigns, this article will explore four strategies advocacy leaders should consider: Market your advocacy campaign on multiple platforms. This means your nonprofit should consider short-term, day-to-day strategies, as well as long-term strategies that can span multiple years.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2023

Today’s question come from a nonprofit leader who wants advice on how to frame monthly gift asks to minimize accounting complications between restricted and unrestricted gifts: . I know the IRS’s distinction between unrestricted and restricted donations, technically, but I am unsure how this plays out in the framing of monthly giving asks.

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sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2024

Invest in professional development for yourself and your accounting team. The Statement of Activities—commonly referred to as an SOA—is one of four essential financial statements for nonprofit organizations. It offers a comprehensive overview of revenue and expenses over a specific timeframe. Let’s dive in! 5 Mistakes to Avoid 1.

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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. Here’s what they said.

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2023

I’m referring to ChatGPT , a revolutionary language model developed by OpenAI that’s changing the game in every industry. The Differences Between ChatGPT and A Standard Chatbot At its core, ChatGPT and standard chatbots are both computer programs that simulate conversations with users and provide automated responses.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 21, 2023

Blackbaud partners familiar with Raiser’s Edge NXT can help nonprofits configure their platform, receive comprehensive training , and develop custom software and integrations. Develop your RFP. Data cleanup and migration strategy. Your answers might also depend on whether your team requires additional training.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2023

Foster more genuine donor stewardship: Your CRM software can level up your donor appreciation strategy, helping you track donors’ preferred communication platforms and ways they like to be recognized for their support. Giving histories, gift amounts, and frequencies can reveal a lot about future willingness to give.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 17, 2023

The new book, Power To The Middle , shows how managers are the crucial link between a company’s ground floor and top brass. However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 2, 2023

Include information about the time commitment, necessary skills, and any specific training required. Develop a recruitment strategy that targets the ideal volunteer demographics. They contribute their time, skills, and passion to support the cause, all without expecting anything in return.

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Cloud 4 Good

JULY 6, 2021

In part one of our new blog series, Support and Maintenance of Your University’s Salesforce Org , we will explore long-term maintenance and success strategies, starting with best practices for staffing your Salesforce instance. What Kind of Support Staff Do You Need? Tier 1 Support may include Business Analysts (BA) and Super Users (SU).

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

The new book, Thrive With A Hybrid Workplace , provides a way forward to understand the changing world of work, to dispense of old biases, and to establish trust between the enterprise, its leaders, and its employees. Develop a thoughtful approach to hybrid work that is consistent with your organization’s core values. Kantor, PhD.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Have you developed nonprofit donor personas? Are you basing your strategy decisions off of them? That’s why effective fundraisers understand the difference between demographics and psychographics. That’s where your nonprofit can make a positive difference in your donor’s life. . Psychographics inform identities.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2023

An all-in-one fundraising solution, like Bloomerang , will give your nonprofit the flexibility and scalability it needs to manage fundraising campaigns without having to invest in a ton of different solutions. Online giving platforms Online giving or donation platforms bring your nonprofit’s online fundraising strategies to life.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

However, grantees sometimes run into difficulty deciphering the terminology between different funding sources. Develop top-notch policies and procedures. Develop a set of best practice policies and procedures to meet the needs of even the most challenging funders—like federal agencies. Focus on the why. Seek clarity.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Develop your volunteer schedule. Train volunteers. You might determine that you can better fulfill your mission by developing a volunteer program that supports your staff’s efforts by helping raise funds. Determine what makes your volunteer program’s approach different and why your services are necessary for the community.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

Fund development is, first, organizational development…. It’s a big job, serving as a development officer. It’s a big job, serving as a development officer. Bigger than far too many development officers (or their bosses and boards) think. You’re part of the problem. In fact, you may BE the problem. Why is that?

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Volunteer Hub

JUNE 28, 2022

Creating a strategy and setting goals is one of the best ways that your organization can future-proof your volunteer program. Your volunteer onboarding process should include standardized training, help cultivate meaningful connections, and reinforce why your organization does what it does through its mission.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Our panel of experts will discuss considerations to prepare for economic headwinds and offer strategies to strengthen fundraising, manage talent, and improve supporter engagement. Carrie White—Vice President of Technology, Information, and Philanthropic Strategy at the University of Cincinnati Foundation. Register now for bbcon 2022.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

What would you do differently? Future events, for example, may include in-person opportunities, like a 5K run, but also provide avenues for anyone who wants to participate by offering a virtual component, such as a virtual 5K where participants run on their own between specific dates. Here’s what they told us: 1.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

That said, employee engagement can look different for different organizations based on factors such as: Emphasis on teamwork. Businesses and nonprofits that invest in their employees’ professional development tend to increase their effectiveness and loyalty. Employee Engagement FAQs What is employee engagement?

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Achieve

DECEMBER 8, 2023

A solid fundraising strategy is essential for every area of higher education institutions to thrive, and performing arts programs are no exception. Effective fundraising can help your program put on better shows, train students more effectively, and ultimately boost its reputation for high-quality instruction in the arts.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

Ideally, your fundraising plan should include your overall fundraising goal and the strategies you plan to use to reach that goal. The good thing is, you can take the time now to develop the voice of your organization and define your brand. In the beginning you may self-fund your fledgling organization. Many founders do.)

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

Let’s explore how these two factors impact higher education and the potential strategies institutions can adopt. The phenomenon of our shrinking school-aged population is well documented. People have been choosing to have fewer children, and that decline has significant implications for educational institutions worldwide.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

Nonprofits collect and generate vast amounts of data, ranging from individual donors’ contact information to program outcomes, but they often struggle with organizing and utilizing the information effectively. This is why data warehouses can have such a significant impact on nonprofits. We’ll cover: What is a Nonprofit Data Warehouse?

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Whether you’re crafting an emergency plan to react to unexpected external circumstances or creating your strategy for the next two to five years, this guide will help your nonprofit get the most out of its strategic plan. How often should you develop a standard nonprofit strategic plan? Let’s get started.

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Cloud 4 Good

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Over 3K teachers have been trained through the organization’s Teacher Support initiative. Several other holistic programs have been created to distribute learning materials and provide clean water and sanitation to developing communities. Understanding and catering to these needs are paramount. cryptocurrency) solutions.

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

While configurable solutions and customized solutions are often used interchangeably, there are significant differences that you should understand before you make a new software investment. What is the Difference Between Customized and Configured Software? What is the Difference Between Customized and Configured Software?

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DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, nonprofits are increasingly turning to technology to streamline operations, engage with donors and volunteers, and improve their ability to further their missions. What is the Salesforce for Nonprofits? These core features are just the beginning of what is possible with Salesforce for Nonprofits.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 25, 2022

Whether your nonprofit has a two-person team or a staff of 200 employees, every opportunity you take to improve your daily operations can make a difference in reaching your fundraising goals. Automatically Transfer Data Between Platforms. The first step toward efficiency is consolidating your fundraising technology.

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