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Creating a Space for Nonprofits to Connect & Share Insights

Saleforce Nonprofit

Is there expertise we can share? In May 2021, we created the CDO Council, a regular gathering of Chief Development Officers drawn from a diverse cross-section of nonprofits in North America. And things are still changing, day by day and moment by moment. I watched it happen and I wondered: How can we at Salesforce help?

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5 Strategies To Nurture Active Board Engagement

Bloomerang

By recognizing and addressing their unique requirements, you create an environment in which they feel valued and invested in your organization’s mission. Action step: “Board Buzz” for more active participation To put this idea into action, think about using the “Board Buzz” email plan.

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Statement of Activities: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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The Statement of Activities—commonly referred to as an SOA—is one of four essential financial statements for nonprofit organizations. As a CPA working with nonprofits of all sizes, I’ve encountered numerous errors in Board of Directors’ financial reports and Statements of Activities documents.

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Pickleball and Paddleboards: Get Creative with Activity-Tracking Events

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Activity trackers, such as the Apple Watch and Fitbit, have revolutionized the way we approach physical fitness and they’re also dramatically changing the way we approach fundraising events. Peer-to-peer activity-tracking events have emerged as a game-changer for nonprofit organizations seeking to raise funds and promote a healthy lifestyle.

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8 Steps for Creating a Nonprofit Innovation Culture

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Our recent eBook, Nonprofit Expert Insights: Culture of Innovation, shared tips, tricks, and experiences from 11 industry experts across the global nonprofit space. Trust: A trusting environment ensures your team feels comfortable sharing their ideas and asking questions. You can do so with open and transparent communication.

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3 Ways to Activate DEI in Your Nonprofit Organization

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Although I don’t have all the answers, I can share what has worked in my experience. With that, here are three starting points for activating DEI in your organization: Provide the tools Normalize feedback Evaluate and Reevaluate 1. You need to create gracious space where it is safe to learn in public.

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Step-by-Step Plan for Activating Fundraising Ambassadors

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Invite everyone to share how they got involved with the organization, what their role is, and why it means so much to them. Instead share a message about an upcoming campaign and encourage them to personalize the message. Share with them your organization’s brand strategy and messaging goals. They are already doing that.