Candid

AUGUST 8, 2022

In 2020, the philanthropic sector started conversations about how philanthropy can better support Black-led organizations and the Black community. There is a breadth and depth of the work done by Black-led organizations; however, funders have made decisions about what causes are “important” to fund.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 21, 2021

In the episode, Holly spoke with Blackbaud’s VP of Corporate Citizenship and Philanthropy Rachel Hutchisson about the past year, the growth in need for employee relief funds, and the extensive research E4E Relief has conducted to further the industry. Looking to start your own Employee Relief Fund?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2020

Traffic is the first step in creating awareness , but it is not an indicator of success on it’s own. 2) Conversion Rates. The mention of conversion rates often makes nonprofit pros cringe, because it sounds technical, like some jargon a marketer would use. By increasing your conversion rate to 1.5% 3) Engagement.

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Candid

AUGUST 2, 2023

Today, however, the two challenges are so intertwined that a new approach to disaster philanthropy may signal its convergence with climate change mitigation and a growing awareness that work in one area is inexorably connected to the other. Two decades later, disaster recovery remains an essential part of wildfire funding.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

UK-based breast cancer awareness charities, have consistently used innovative marketing techniques to educate and empower people about the importance of early breast cancer detection. This campaign effectively utilised Asda’s vast customer base to reach a wide audience, raising awareness about the importance of regular breast checks.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Whether it be convincing a board of directors, finding the time and resources, or seeking funds from grantmakers, many foundations face hurdles in creating an advocacy agenda. Advice for nonprofit organizations seeking funding from grantmakers. Advocacy and Awareness: 4 Tips for Virtual Campaigning. Melissa Levesque.

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sgEngage

MAY 13, 2022

Philanthropy has had a history of being notoriously opaque and inaccessible to organizations seeking funding. In my years as a grantseeker and nonprofit consultant, I’ve waded through dozens of ambiguous foundation websites that make it impossible to know how to get even a foot in the door to be considered for funding. Be accessible.

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sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

Challenges and Opportunities Despite growing awareness of the importance of equity, there are still significant challenges facing the philanthropic sector. These include disparities in funding allocation, lack of representation and diversity among leadership, and a tendency to prioritize short-term outcomes over long-term systemic change.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Like an emergency fund for your organization, an operating reserve allows you time to make data-driven decisions instead of having to react immediately.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Round tables make for better conversation flow, but long tables provide a more communal feel. Guests need to be able to see each other and their food, and the music should be low enough that they can enjoy conversation during this time. Give yourself ample time to secure funding, vendors, and volunteers. Set realistic goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

And while charity events can be important for raising funds for your cause, it’s no secret they can also be a lot of work. Maybe you’re hoping to raise awareness or funds, show some supporter appreciation, do some community building, or maybe you just want to have a little fun. 1) Start with a clear goal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2019

When individual supporters set up personal fundraisers and share them with their network of friends and family, this creates more awareness and brings in new funds from groups that your nonprofit wouldn’t be able to reach on your own. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Best Practices. Get fundraisers engaged early. Offer up your support.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Increase awareness of their missions. Whether your organization relies on donations for general support or to fund specific programs, a Google Ad Grant can help you bring in more contributions. In the language of Google Ads, donations are one of the most valuable conversions an organization can measure. Impressions.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Every dollar counts in the fundraising world, so the free marketing that social media provides can be crucial to raising awareness for your cause without breaking your budget. Social media helps you build more connections within your community, allowing you to raise more awareness and money for your cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) shares attention-grabbing staff stories from the front lines, to raise awareness of international crises such as the violent campaign against the Rohingya people in Myanmar: View Story. Look at cause and awareness days that you can leverage to get more exposure and drive more donations. Well, it depends!

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sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

Those questions can be in an application, in conversations with program officers, or during the deliberation meetings with your board. Your application should reflect an awareness of these changes, otherwise you might come across as indifferent to the shifts in society and the sector. Questions are critical tools for good grantmaking.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 8, 2023

It also depends on your previous conversations or donor surveys. For example, instead of saying, “If you donate, you’ll get a free tote bag,” frame the premium as an opportunity for the donor to help spread awareness. In a conversation I’d ask, “At year end, we’d like to send you a token of our appreciation that reflects who we are.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 19, 2022

If you are part of a complex organization with a large budget and multiple revenue streams or restricted funds, the process may be more complicated and require a robust fund accounting system. Also be aware of restricted versus unrestricted funds.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 20, 2015

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). TechSoup is participating by amplifying what other agencies, collaborators, and libraries in our network are doing to raise awareness on this important issue. In October, Mosaic launched 31 Days, 31 Advocates to support Domestic Violence Awareness month. " "STAND!

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

You can ask your grantees for feedback through surveys, interviews, focus groups, or informal conversations. Highlight Trends in Philanthropy Even if your organization isn’t ready to fully embrace trends like trust-based philanthropy , they should be aware of the impact these trends have on your grantees and your sector.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

the agency that provides it with the most funds). When applying for government funding , your organization can include a preliminary indirect cost rate in its budget, and then it must go through the approval process for the indirect cost after it receives the funding.

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

Without a clear understanding and representation of your outcomes, it can be hard to secure funding or make improvements to better serve your community. Outcomes are becoming increasingly important when seeking grant funding, so it pays to fine-tune the details. Outcomes : The effect of an activity on your mission.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 21, 2023

Looking for a sponsorship or new source of funding this year? There were two things I heard most when meeting with nonprofits: “I didn’t know about sponsorships” and “I want to increase my impact, but I do not have the funds to do so.” In this post, we speak with Mariah Monique, a sponsorship strategy coach and educator.

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2023

In September 2022 (and thanks to support from our Innovation Fund, which you can learn more about in Candid CEO Ann Mei Chang’s open grant report to MacKenzie Scott ), we decided to dive into creating short-form videos for social media to evaluate the potential benefits. You don’t have to follow trends to make good videos.

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sgEngage

JUNE 7, 2023

By partnering with Program, they can understand the importance of the audit, help you fill in any gaps, and have a better, more informed conversation with your auditors. Align With Your Program Team on Objectives—Audit and Otherwise Finance is a service department, but you are also the guardian of regulated and limited funds.

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Qgiv

MARCH 29, 2023

The Google Ad Grant is an incredible opportunity for nonprofits to improve awareness of their cause and take their online presence to the next level. For ads to rank high in Google Search, it’s critical that websites are easy to navigate and actionable with call-to-actions for conversion tracking. Any Additional Quick Tips?

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 22, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Diversifying Revenue Streams: Launching an Online Store for Your Nonprofit In the world of nonprofit management, funding often poses one of the biggest challenges. Every purchase becomes an opportunity for your supporters to showcase their affiliation and spread awareness.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

” “The conversation easily gets off-track, and before you know it, 30 minutes have passed and we haven’t even discussed important business because we’ve gotten off on a tangent again.” And if your Board is involved in setting this standard, they’ll be more aware of it and more likely to follow it.

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The Fundraising Authority

MAY 8, 2021

Be aware that when you apply for Google Ads, you choose between two different kinds of accounts. That is, if you are running an awareness campaign, make sure your ad is showing only on Display Network and that all ads have a 'promote awareness' intent. Get the most out of them by setting up some conversion goals.

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Classy

JUNE 21, 2021

Donors are more likely to give when they feel a sense of connection to their impact, so rather than all donations falling into one general pot, people may feel more inclined to donate when they see a particular person’s name, organizational goal, or support fund that jumps out at them. . Host a Contest With Multiple Ways to Participate.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

To drive conversion and boost revenue, fundraising professionals will need to create campaigns that attract new supporters and prioritize donor experience. Once you nail down your campaign narrative, there are a few ways to effectively drive awareness and donations. Nailing down the “why” behind this year’s fundraising goals.

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CauseVox

JUNE 26, 2023

They increase overall giving, raise awareness, and create a supportive community. Raise Awareness Moreover, when donors make a tribute gift in honor of someone, their support goes beyond a simple contribution. It becomes a powerful act of raising awareness about your mission and the meaningful work you do.

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Double the Donation

JUNE 15, 2021

Employer matching gifts can make a real impact on nonprofits, and we wanted to provide our clients with the best possible avenue to capture these funds,” said Rebecca Vanderwerf, President of FlexFormz. About FlexFormz : Easily create innovative contextual and full-page donation forms designed to increase conversion rates.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Studies have shown websites that include a video message are 53 times more likely ( Insivia ) to reach Google’s front page than those who don’t, and video can boost conversion rates by up to 80% ( Unbounce ). The Awareness Video. An awareness video can be a powerful tool for nonprofits for many reasons.

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Achieve

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Social media is an indispensable tool for raising awareness for your nonprofit’s cause, reaching new audiences, and strengthening your relationships with donors. Conversion Rate Once your organization has a bustling community of supporters on social media, how do you channel their enthusiasm into meaningful impact? After all, with 4.9

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Qgiv

MAY 5, 2022

This fundraising idea is a great way to do some good, display some art, and raise crucial funds at your nonprofit. Why not encourage people to take their coffee break with your nonprofit and engage in some conversation? Host a mental health awareness event. Host a yoga or meditation fundraiser. What is an a-thon event?

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2023

But there are typically some pain points in nonprofits: Low staff morale High staff turnover Failed or stagnant initiatives Lack of funding or resources Something else you may be thinking of right now as you’re reading this How those pain points are identified is extremely important. A more meaningful conversation.

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