Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 7, 2017

Is culture of philanthropy embedded in the way that everyone does their work? What is a culture of philanthropy? In the nonprofit sector, there is growing understanding about the importance of creating a culture of philanthropy to power effective fundraising. But, does your entire organization treat it this way?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

Stepping into 2023, organizations and their donors are likely going to navigate a recession together­–impacting giving and the philanthropic landscape. Understanding the role of major donors, in tandem with an informed development plan, are the foundations of a securing a major gift in 2023. The good news?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

” You’ll also hear exciting updates from Blackbaud executives and discover how we’re building software solutions to help your organizations maximize impact. Chris Krackeler—President and GM of Blackbaud Higher Education. The Virtuous Circle: Donor Stewardship that Creates Long-term Impact. Becky Kimball—Blackbaud.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 29, 2021

A History of How Modern ESG Came to Be by Kayla Barnes, Blackbaud. American Rescue Plan Act: Impact on Nonprofits and Other Social Good Organizations by Sally Ehrenfried, Blackbaud. 6 Creative Data-Driven Ways to Fundraise During Nurses Week 2021 by Tanya Cole, Blackbaud. Interested in contributing to sgENGAGE in 2022?

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

By taking a long-view at how philanthropy has remained stable through a number of major recessions over the last several decades, we can map a pathway to stability. A diversified revenue stream relies on retaining your existing donors while looking for opportunities to expand. Your communications shouldn’t be “one-size-fits-all.”

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

Along with many funders incorporating trust-based philanthropy practices and principles, this growing trend may affect giving to nonprofits and impact the way nonprofits are asked to share organizational information with funders. Since the height of the pandemic in 2021, gifts from individual donors declined by 6.4%

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2024

This evolution has been driven by several factors: The need for increased engagement A more personalized approach to connecting with donors The popularity of activity trackers, such as Fitbit and Apple Watch And you cannot underestimate the importance of mobile fundraising. What Activity Will Appeal to Your Donors?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 20, 2016

2016 Donor Engagement Study :: Download. Published by Blackbaud. Published by Blackbaud. Identifying the Crowdfunding Donor: 2014 Donor Demographics :: Download. Published by Blackbaud. Published by Blackbaud. Published by Blackbaud. Published by Blackbaud. Published by M+R and NTEN.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

We’ve got a mix of sessions for grantmaking, fund accounting, marketing & CRM professionals at community, independent, and family foundations of all types and sizes, and many of them will address the thought leadership and Blackbaud solution-specific topics you would expect to see and hear at this annual event.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

Stepping into 2023, organizations and their donors are likely going to navigate a recession together­–impacting giving and the philanthropic landscape. Understanding the role of major donors, in tandem with an informed development plan, are the foundations of a securing a major gift in 2023. The good news?

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Gift Develop Measure Reflection 52

sgEngage

OCTOBER 7, 2022

” You’ll also hear exciting updates from Blackbaud executives and discover how we’re building software solutions to help you maximize your organization’s impact. You could have future members, donors, sustainers, board members, and volunteers visiting without realizing it. Blackbaud Product Update Briefings.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Last month, I had the pleasure of attending the Social Innovation Summit , a twice annual event that represents a global convening of thought leaders in technology, investment, philanthropy, international development, and business. Says Newhouse, these donors are younger and want to engage with us differently.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Raiser's Edge NXT is the new online fundraising and relationship management software for nonprofits by TechSoup donor partner Blackbaud. Different views of donor data for different audiences. Blackbaud plans to release software upgrades every one to two months, and all RE NXT subscribers are automatically updated.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Further, with 64% of total giving coming from individual donors in 2022, ensuring you have a well thought out strategy to attract these dollars is critical. Lauren Henderson, IT database administrator, Dexter Southfield This clean-up process is a great opportunity to take stock of who is in your donor base. Is there drop off?

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

It may also not align with the latest trends and best practices in philanthropy. 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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NonProfit Hub

JULY 18, 2017

Sponsored by Blackbaud Institute. The word philanthropy is derived from the Greek meaning “love of humanity”. Enter: A Culture of Philanthropy. Underdeveloped defines a culture of philanthropy as a set of organizational values and practices that support and nurture development within a nonprofit organization.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Cryptocurrency (crypto) has become the fastest-growing donation method in the US, and crypto investors are one of the most desirable donor communities in history. Why is Crypto Philanthropy important to nonprofits? How do crypto donors differ from traditional donors? The crypto market today is over $1 trillion.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

While nonprofits may aim to achieve an equitable mission for the community, nonprofits also draw in donors, board members, and employees. Capitulation to this style of philanthropy further neglects millennials donors, who lag behind the financial impact of previous generations.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 4, 2023

Employee giving programs, often called corporate philanthropy programs, encourage engagement and connection through targeted fundraising that has a lasting positive impact. How Blackbaud’s Software Can Help Employee Giving Programs Blackbaud is a leader in nonprofit software tools that make employee giving programs a breeze.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 5, 2017

Published by Blackbaud. Published by the Lily Family School of Philanthropy. 2016 Donor Engagement Study :: Download. Published by Blackbaud. Published by Blackbaud. Published by Philanthropy Age. Published by Nonprofit Marketing Guide. 2016 Charitable Giving Report :: Download. 2016 Women Give :: Download.

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Socialbrite

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Donors are still eager to support the organizations and causes they care about, yet they expect to be engaged differently — often through digital channels. According to The Blackbaud Institute , 28% of all nonprofit donations in 2021 came from a mobile device. Nurture donor relationships through digital channels.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 21, 2021

It is true, the way individuals gave last year was a different, with online giving growing by 21% year over year ( 2020 Charitable Giving Report, Blackbaud ). When you hear of a donor supporting an individual – celebrate their generosity. When a donor gives to your campaign – celebrate their generosity.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Kelley Jarrett – Blackbaud. Bo Crader – Blackbaud. Robyn Mendez – Blackbaud. Shana Masterson – Blackbaud. Shana Masterson – Blackbaud. Join members of the Blackbaud Target Analytics Consulting Team for a discussion on the role of data during times of crisis and economic stagnation.

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TechImpact

JULY 1, 2013

Last week we talked about two studies from the Chronicle of Philanthropy examining the continuing growth of online giving. Blog Fundraising Leadership Mobile Tech donations donors online giving' While overall giving grew only 1.5 percent last year, online donations rose over 15 percent.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 10, 2023

The Nonprofit Ready Podcast The Nonprofit Ready Podcast by The Nonprofit Ready Podcast by Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation on iTunes Through the Noise Through the Noise by TTN on iTunes Tiny Spark We investigate philanthropy, nonprofits and international aid.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

A Shared and Flexible Understanding of Impact As practitioners of and advocates for participatory philanthropy, we believe there’s a better way. A way that can be more fair, improve the institution of philanthropy, and deliver a shared and flexible understanding of impact. All we know is what they tell the donors they’re doing.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 9, 2012

It’s a no- to low-cost database that is a rich source of information about potential major donors, board members, employees, and strategic allies." Blackbaud and Convio Now One Company – "Blackbaud, Inc. Blackbaud financed the deal through a combination of cash and borrowings from its credit facility.

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sgEngage

JUNE 4, 2023

A recent study by the Chronicle of Philanthropy found that long hours and limited staff support has almost half of fundraisers eyeing the door, with 28% planning to leave the profession altogether. They work with marketing, executive leadership, volunteers, accounting, donors, prospects, community leaders, and the board.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

There are seven free online courses available starting in mid-September by people like Paul Brest, former head of the Hewlett Foundation and a faculty co-director of the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society. All of the Philanthropy University courses are free and available anywhere in the world.

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sgEngage

JUNE 25, 2021

Because “necessity is the mother of invention,” we all found new ways to engage- grandparents facetimed for bedtime stories, neighbors had afternoon drinks in the cul-de-sac, and organizations found digital ways to engage with their donors and volunteers. How can you steward fundraisers just as efficiently as you steward donors? .

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 3, 2020

When you see increasing donor attrition rates or decreasing event participants, try walking in their shoes. Peace Arch Hospital Foundation was losing more donors than it was gaining. If you had a choice, would you walk a mile uphill in snow in uncomfortable shoes? Of course not. Then why are you asking that of your supporters?

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

According to Blackbaud data , the perfect fundraising portfolio is 120 prospects or less. What are your organization’s long-term strategic goals and how does philanthropy support those? . There may also be donors who still belong in a portfolio, but maybe not yours. With this limited number, each one needs to count. .

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 11, 2018

The donor marketplace is changing in dramatic ways. Part one of the Blackbaud Institute’s Vital Signs report showed a sector that has both rebounded from and struggled with the immense technological, economic, and demographic disruption that has shaped the world since the Great Recession.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 19, 2019

Donor acquisition is all the rage, but did you know nearly 3 out of 4 new donors leave and never come back. Blackbaud’s latest Charitable Giving Report sheds light on the importance of donor retention in the nonprofit industry. The average donor retention rates for first-year online-only donors is 22%.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 23, 2012

She has worked in healthcare, politics and government, and technology for more than 20 years and appreciates working with nonprofit fundraisers and philanthropy consultants who use NOZA philanthropy data every day. NOZAsearch is available through the Blackbaud donation program at TechSoup. Read more success stories here.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 16, 2021

In the Blackbaud Institute’s incredible npExpert free e-book, The Great Reset: Moving Into the New Normal with Intention , Dr. Una Osili opens with some key findings from the last year of fundraising data compiled by the Lilly School of Philanthropy. It’s timely, it speaks to every kind of donor, and it’s easy to manage.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Today’s episode features an excerpt of a panel session at bbcon 2019 with John Cashman, Senior Principal Account Executive and Tony Boor, Chief Financial Officer at Blackbaud, Paul Preziotti, Principal at Johnson Lambert LLP and Traci Drake, Chief Philanthropy Executive at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

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