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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

This is why volunteerism has played such a major role throughout history. In this guide, we’ll take a broad look at volunteerism to explore its history and benefits. We’ll cover: Volunteerism definition History of volunteerism Types of volunteerism Why is volunteerism important? Offer tangible benefits.

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Highlights from Candid’s most popular philanthropic resources in 2023?

Candid

It outlines 10 core principles for philanthropy serving organizations (PSOs) to enhance their impact and contribute to broader systems change. The Philanthropy Transformation Initiative Report , by WINGS  This report reminds us that the original meaning of “philanthropy” is a love of humanity.

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What Are You Doing with Your Donor Data?

Greater Giving

Your donor data may include phone numbers, emails, birthdays, donation history, and even meal preferences. Giving history: Better understand donors’ giving patterns and preferences by tracking donation amounts, frequency, dates, and specific campaigns they’ve supported. Fill In Gaps With Data Appends. The provider enhances your data.

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Why is Person First Language Important and 7 Ways You Can Start Using It Right Now

Whole Whale

On a systemic level, it’s important to use person-first language in the face of a long history of disability abuse. A great alternative to handicap parking is “accessible parking.”. Instead, “boring” and “dull” are great alternatives that will convey the same meaning without continuing a legacy of disability abuse.

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Donor Personas: How to Identify Your Unique Donor Audience

CauseVox

You see, I am a female in my late 20’s-early 30’s, living in an urban area, vegetarian, eco-conscious, middle class, and have been actively seeking plant based alternatives to milk that taste good and are kinder to animals and the planet. And for Oatly, that is on purpose; I am exactly the customer they have in mind.

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How to Buy Fundraising Software That Lasts: Essential Guide

Bloomerang

Your online giving platform should be backed by a reliable, secure payment processing system. The system should have anti-fraud measures in place and be PCI-compliant. Track donors’ engagement histories, such as the date of their first donation, events they’ve attended, and volunteer opportunities they’ve participated in.

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How to Fundraise with AI for Nonprofits

Qgiv

These systems follow predefined instructions without the ability to learn from new data. DonorSearch, a nonprofit software, helps you screen donors to assess wealth indicators, philanthropic history, and affinity towards specific causes to help you identify potential major gifts.