.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

Revelio Labs’ 2023 report on the state of DEI and the impact of last year’s layoffs, found that DEI-focused roles “experienced a nearly 40% churn rate at companies engaged in layoffs, as compared to about 24% for non-DEI roles.” This is a challenging time for associations. Lack of resources. Initiatives that seem more urgent.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Although 73% of participants agreed that accelerating trends would require fundamental changes in the roles of associations. A post-pandemic business environment, characterized by change and disruption, provides good reasons to open the windows and let fresh air revitalize, even fundamental concepts. The response surprised me.

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Voice Associations Culture Environment 221

The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Nonprofit leaders need to commit to a mindset of continuous learning and professional development to remain relevant and effective in their current roles. Taking On The Role Of Mentor Mentorship and coaching relationships provide guidance to leaders seeking personalized professional development.

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.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

But I am struck by how often our contributors’ insights are the recommendations we needed to survive that challenge. Success belongs to organizations that adapt to a shifting environment. Set clear expectations and roles from the beginning. What challenges to your organization/members are not being addressed?

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sgEngage

APRIL 12, 2024

In the realm of social impact and nonprofit work, the quest for sustainable, innovative solutions to society’s challenges is ceaseless. As someone entrenched in the mission to address food insecurity, I have come to appreciate the indispensable role of intrapreneurship within our sector.

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.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

It also supports members through activities that inspire them to excel in their careers and personal lives.” Talking with leaders who work on a global playing field is a great opportunity to see our own environment from a different perspective. The 98 to 99 percent female demographic makes for a unique environment.

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International Conversation Issue Leadership 221

Candid

APRIL 16, 2024

How do young people today see their role in making the world a better place, and what are the implications for the social sector? It is a reminder that amidst all of the complexities and challenges youth face, being part of something bigger than themselves is essential to them.”

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

Workers with specific EI skills know how to successfully cope with stressful work environments and experiences. They actively seek out stretch opportunities they know will be challenging—or even very difficult They value challenges and find them energizing rather than draining. They know it means: Understanding yourself.

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.orgSource

JULY 25, 2023

Jane and Amy shared insights about the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into marketing programs. Up Your SEO Advantage “Ranking high in the search process can be a significant challenge,” Amy advised. I definitely see AI playing a role in that space. My post last week summarized highlights of an Association 4.0

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Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In a conversation with Candid insights, WAWF president and CEO Dr. Tamara Wilds Lawson highlighted key findings and reflected on the challenges faced by Black women and Black gender-expansive leaders. The absence of trust Black women and gender-expansive leaders report that their decisions are often challenged and undermined by board members.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The unfolding crisis in Afghanistan is a stark reminder that many Salesforce.org nonprofit customers often work in fragile environments. In addition to the challenges inherent to any nonprofit mission, these organizations and their personnel must often work in areas with poor security and limited resources. Learn more. Learn more.

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fusionSpan

DECEMBER 20, 2023

I possess a great sense of humor, and whenever I find myself in challenging or unconventional situations, my instinct is to laugh. Additionally, I like to stay active by engaging in running and playing badminton in my free time. Diverse Culture, Trustworthy, Challenging What do you like most about fusionSpan?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Attitude plays a huge role in determining how successful solicitors will be. Successful fundraisers are extraordinary active listeners. The active listening comes in because the effective solicitor knows how to guide the conversation and make every moment they are speaking count. Actually, the opposite is true.

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Fundraising Attitude Arts Causes 98

The Modern Nonprofit

DECEMBER 4, 2023

As we step into the new era of data consciousness, organizations face a pivotal challenge: balancing effective fundraising strategies with the stringent demands of privacy compliance. Growing User Awareness The digital age has fostered an environment where personal data is often considered a currency.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and fundraising tools play a significant role. Organizations using a nonprofit CRM can gain a broad perspective on their operations, covering donor management, fundraising activities, and stakeholder engagement. They also deliver insights into what donors like and how they behave.

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Community Organization Fundraising Integration 84

sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

However, our recent Status of Fundraising research found an interesting link between income performance and innovating and trying new or different kinds of fundraising activity – it was one of the main drivers of income growth. Trust: A trusting environment ensures your team feels comfortable sharing their ideas and asking questions.

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Culture Create eBook Attitude 81

Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions.

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Volunteer Experiment Tips Training 95

Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2023

The pressures to maintain and increase gift income mount as the need for programs, services, and benefits escalate during times of inflation and challenging economic realities when more people are struggling. Be sure your assessment addresses the external environment. There is little, if any, fat to trim. Celebrate victories.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

On its face, evaluation seems like a neutral activity, designed to help us understand what’s happened, and to change course where needed. Like many other activities in participatory philanthropy, this approach considers the process to be as important as the outcomes. This can range from them being consulted to owning the results.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Recruitment challenges have been listed as one of the upcoming trends to look out for in 2024. Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Recruitment challenges have been listed as one of the upcoming trends to look out for in 2024. Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises.

Strategy 52

Strategy Interview Skills Retention 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 27, 2021

Given the challenges of COVID-19 restrictions, it is even more important for us this year to ensure that we are spreading more awareness, understanding, and acceptance of autism and neurodiversity. Most of the responses centered around concerns that autistic employees have when it comes to their workplace environment.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

But exactly what does it take to retain volunteers and keep them active? Simply put, to reduce turnover and increase retention, volunteers must be pleased with the environment in which they work and motivated by the tasks to which they are assigned. Volunteers enjoy challenging tasks and look for chances to step up to the next level.

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Retention Volunteer Mentoring Skills 92

sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

Our environment is telling us how important our data is by how hard we work to protect it. Data fuels most activities in a nonprofit. Your organization’s aggregated or synthesized data is more like a complex carbohydrate that provides fuel for sustained activity. How do I harness my data?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 6, 2022

Yesterday, June 5, was World Environment Day. Funders are seeing this challenge and answering the call, using their influence to not just support the sector’s own path to net zero, but also increase the capacity of the sector to drive an equitable transition to net zero globally. Want to get involved in World Environment Day?

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Kindful

JUNE 8, 2021

You want board members who are able to successfully function in the role of financial stewardship of your nonprofit. This is time wasted on so many levels and a clear signal that this board lacks a clear understanding of their role in financial stewardship. Their roles and responsibilities have greater weight.

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2023

To overcome these challenges, Candid, in coalition with a growing number of partners , set out to build a demographic data-led movement to meaningfully and measurably advance equity in the social sector.

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Demographics Build Social Green 98

Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Environmental sustainability is an ongoing movement, and Earth Day is an excellent reminder of our role. When our lives shifted around social distancing rules, our appreciation for the environment bloomed. The outdoors became our main source of activity and entertainment, reminding us that we’re surrounded by life even in isolation.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

In recent years, that model is being challenged. For staff, this often involves careful planning and facilitation, and playing a backend organizing role to ensure participants are easily able to engage in the tasks at hand. Clearly defined roles, requirements, and benefits, as well as term expectations for all participants.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

And you’re far from the only one; studies report that 85% of employees are not engaged or actively disengaged at work. Before we go over how to implement new strategies to engage employees, let’s discuss the challenges many businesses and nonprofits face when it comes to employee engagement, such as: Insufficient training.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 28, 2023

This article goes beyond basic strategies and delves into advanced techniques for effectively engaging board members in fundraising activities. Fundraising Experience and Skills Have you participated in fundraising activities before? What types of fundraising activities have you been involved in (e.g.,

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Strategy Fundraising Skills Sample 52

Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

So, if a leadership role interests you, look no further than the approach you bring to the position. Development professionals employ six practices to be successful in their role. While the demands of each activity may vary, the advancement is a step-by-step process.

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Professional Leadership Develop Proposal 72

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In 2009, Rue Mapp started a blog to share her experience participating in outdoor recreation activities as a Black woman in America. What role does unearthing and celebrating Black history play in Outdoor Afro’s mission and work? RM: It’s a huge part of what we do. RM: Technology has been instrumental in our growth.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2021

With new ideas and tweaks to the activities that would typically be included at in-person events, virtual galas can keep fundraising goals on track and even add to more than expected to the annual goal. Start early with a pre event challenge. Let’s face it; getting a virtual audience is challenging.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 17, 2018

Over the years, my experience in a variety of financial leadership roles has led me to the following hypothesis: nonprofit finance is critical to mission success. Given the integral connection between financial and organizational success, I wanted to dig deeper into the nonprofit CFO role. Completing the Circle.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

By celebrating different cultures, your nonprofit can help create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for immigrants. This collaborative approach can lead to more effective and sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by immigrants. Think art exhibitions, music and dance performances, film screenings, and food festivals.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 22, 2022

Respondents of color report greater workplace challenges than white respondents, including: Lack of role models. If these challenges are not addressed, and racial disparities in leadership positions continue to be prevalent, nonprofits are likely to remain homogenous and stagnant. Disparities in access to mentorship programs.

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