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What’s Keeping Nonprofit Leaders Up at Night in 2025 — and How to Lead Through It

NonProfit PRO

The past several months have been challenging for nonprofits, so NonProfit PRO spoke with experts on what nonprofits can do to set themselves up for success.

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The Role of Leadership in Championing Technology Adoption 

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When a new piece of technology enters the association ecosystem—whether it’s a CRM, AMS, AI tool, or collaboration platform—the organization’s success doesn’t rest solely on features, functionality, or even budget. The true determinant of adoption? Leadership. In any digital initiative, it’s the behaviors, mindset, and presence of leaders that set the tone for how the organization will respond.

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Starts July 9! Earn 2025 Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Marketing & Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The 2025 Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Marketing & Fundraising program provides an honest, practical approach to using AI for nonprofit marketing and fundraising—and illuminates why AI literacy is a must-have skill for 2025 and onward.

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Robotaxis are quietly recording everything, and police are using the footage

TechSpot

In April, the Los Angeles Police Department released video footage captured by a Waymo robotaxi as part of a hit-and-run investigation (below). The brief and grainy clip shows the moments before a speeding, human-operated vehicle struck a pedestrian. Notably, the LAPD later released the footage – labeled "Waymo Confidential Commercial.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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How understanding how your brain works can make you a better leader

Fast Company Tech

What if the key to being a better manager isn’t found in a new productivity hack, a different feedback framework, or a time management app—but in understanding the three-pound organ inside your head that runs the show: your brain? Most leadership advice focuses on what you should do. Neuroscience helps explain why some things work—and why others fail, despite your best intentions.

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Embrace Agility in Nonprofit Strategic Planning for 2025

NonProfit PRO

The best thing nonprofits can do in uncertain times is to be as strategic and nimble as possible. Yes, it is possible to be both strategic and nimble.

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It’s Time For Nonprofits To Collaborate, Communicate, Coordinate Like Never Before

Bloomerang

It has long made compelling sense that nonprofits find both formal and informal ways to work together for mutual benefit. With 1.5 million nonprofits there is too much shared if not duplicate mission space. We cringe when we hear well-intended men and women talk about establishing new nonprofits. The overarching goal is to provide the most effective and cost-efficient solutions to the myriad challenges facing the world.

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Like humans, AI is forcing institutions to rethink their purpose

VentureBeat

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21 Donor Recognition Examples: How to Thank Donors Well

CauseVox

When’s the last time you received a great thank you? I once volunteered to help raise some extra funds for our nonprofit. The event lasted an entire Saturday after an already busy week. On Monday, I walked into my office to see a handwritten thank you note from our CEO on my desk. This experience demonstrated just one of many donor recognition examples.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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Godfather of AI Alarmed as Advanced Systems Quickly Learning to Lie, Deceive, Blackmail and Hack

Futurism

A key artificial intelligence pioneer is concerned by the technology's growing propensity to lie and deceive — and he's founding his own nonprofit to curb such behavior. In a blog post announcing LawZero, the new nonprofit venture, " AI godfather " Yoshua Bengio said that he has grown "deeply concerned" as AI models become ever more powerful and deceptive.

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Sprouts Foundation to Award $3M in Grants to Nonprofits Focused on Health and Wellness

NonProfit PRO

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US air traffic control still runs on Windows 95 and floppy disks

Ars Technica

On Wednesday, acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau told the House Appropriations Committee that the Federal Aviation Administration plans to replace its aging air traffic control systems, which still rely on floppy disks and Windows 95 computers, Tom's Hardware reports. The agency has issued a Request For Information to gather proposals from companies willing to tackle the massive infrastructure overhaul.

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The five security principles driving open source security apps at scale

VentureBeat

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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What Tear Gas and Rubber Bullets Do to the Human Body

Wired

So-called “less-lethal” weapons like those that have been used against demonstrators in Los Angeles can cause severe, lasting harm like nerve or brain damage or blindness. They can also kill.

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What business leaders should think about now 

Fast Company Tech

What does the future hold for business leaders and entrepreneurs? With a rapidly changing world, how does one navigate a path to success? To get a better sense of where we are heading, I caught up with Futurist Joana Lenkova of Futures Forward, who shares insight on how leaders should be thinking about the future of their business. Q: Tell me a little bit about yourself and what a futurist does?

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‘2025 State of Nonprofit Asset Gifts Report’ Released

NonProfit PRO

The "2025 State of Nonprofit Asset Gifts Report" reveals a critical need for nonprofits to embrace non-cash giving amid financial uncertainty.

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Vu’s new book comes out on October 14th. Pre-order your copy today!

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search expand Skip to content Nonprofit AF Exploring the fun and frustrations of nonprofit work Menu Home About BOOK!! Contact/FAQ Shop Speaking Support NAF! Advertise Report Crappy Funders Vu’s new book comes out on October 14th. Pre-order your copy today! Posted on June 9, 2025 June 9, 2025 by Vu [Image description: Cover of Vu’s book. It says “Reimagining Nonprofits and Philanthropy: Unlocking the Full Potential of a Vital and Complex Sector” in plain text, with a stroke of paint at the

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Apple details the end of Intel Mac support and a phaseout for Rosetta 2

Ars Technica

The support list for macOS Tahoe still includes Intel Macs, but it's been whittled down to just four models, all released in 2019 or 2020. We speculated that this meant that the end was near for Intel Macs, and now we can confirm just how near it is: macOS Tahoe will be the last new macOS release to support any Intel Macs. All new releases starting with macOS 27 will require an Apple Silicon Mac.

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The EPA Wants to Roll Back Emissions Controls on Power Plants

Wired

Days after NOAA released figures showing the highest seasonal concentration of CO2 in recorded history, the EPA moved to roll back emission standards for power plants. "The EPA is trying to get out of the climate change business,” says one expert.

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Toyota has built a fully functioning Japanese city to use as a laboratory

Fast Company Tech

Just south of Mount Fuji, on a modest 176-acre site once occupied by Toyota’s Higashi-Fuji automotive factory, a groundbreaking urban experiment is underway. Launched in 2024, Phase 1 was completed last year and houses 360 residents, most of them Toyota employees and their families, as well as some researchers and retirees. It will ultimately be home to some 2,000 residents.

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Your Step-by-Step Guide for Planning a Successful Charity Event Auction

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Free eBook to Your Step-by-Step Guide for Planning a Successful Charity Event Auction Create an impactful charity event auction in 8 steps.

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How to Scale Recurring Giving for Sustainable Growth

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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Dropbox CEO slams return-to-office mandates, compares them to outdated malls and theaters

TechSpot

Speaking on an episode of Fortune's "Leadership Next" podcast, Houston said what most people have long thought: that returning to the office is a waste of time and money when employees can do exactly the same tasks at home.

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Scientists Figured Out the Personality Traits of Influencers, and It Could Explain a Lot

Futurism

More and more young people are gunning to become influencers — but certain personality types appear more likely to pursue it as a career than others, which could explain a lot about the chaotic and outrageous industry. It's a worthwhile line of inquiry. Back in 2019, a Lego-sponsored survey found that among 3,000 kids in the US, UK, and China, a full third said they wanted to be influencers, while only 11 percent indicated an interest in becoming an astronaut.

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Uber Just Reinvented the Bus … Again

Wired

Beyond the jokes about its new shuttle service are serious questions about what it will mean for struggling transit systems, air quality, and congestion.

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Starling’s AI banking tool shows you how much you’re wasting on McDonald’s

The Verge

Starling Bank, one of the UK’s digital challenger banks, has launched a new AI-powered tool that will answer questions about your spending habits. You can now easily find out how much you’ve spent at Amazon in a particular month, how much money you’ve wasted on fast food outlets over the past year, or how much cash you’ve received over a particular period.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.