Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 6, 2013

I’m teaching a master class today in San Francisco for arts organizations for Theatre Bay Area. The third year now expands the program into a “train the trainer” model. The master class is part of a, NEA-funded experiment being conducted by arts service organizations like Theatre Bay Area all across the country.

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

He sought out support from the Bunbury Fund at the Princeton Area Community Foundation knowing that capacity-building was their jam. He asked for and received professional development funds for an executive coach. This was evidence of his vision for a world-class hybrid senior center in a best-in-class space.

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

He sought out support from the Bunbury Fund at the Princeton Area Community Foundation knowing that capacity-building was their jam. He asked for and received funds for an executive coach. This was evidence of his vision for a world-class hybrid senior center in a best-in-class space. He did what donors love.

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Candid

MAY 2, 2023

This is why, today, in partnership with Candid, we are pleased to announce the launch of the most comprehensive report of its kind, Philanthropy and HBCUs: Foundation funding to historically Black colleges and universities. It was the perfect combination to help this “average” high school student excel and graduate at the top of her class.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

And every philanthropist or foundation chooses how to frame that impact, directing funds to one cause over another. Program-related investments (PRIs) are a class of investment that allows foundations to direct their assets—typically as low- or no-interest loans—to organizations whose work aligns with the foundation’s mission.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

For instance, I wrote a paper for my Ethics in Nonprofits class that explored whether nonprofit theatres should pay actors more or use their resources to prioritize their communities. The site offers training for nonprofit staff that goes into more detail than we do in class. Meanwhile, Candid had one for free. .

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Candid

APRIL 11, 2024

When the Supreme Court gutted race-conscious admissions last summer and the American Alliance for Equal Rights followed with a lawsuit against the Fearless Fund, some in the philanthropic sector feared that demographic data had become a potential liability. That’s why Candid’s invitation to share data in one place is compelling.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It’s a win-win situation that enables you to raise more funds while providing incredible value to your supporters. World-Class Accommodations Inspirato for Good stands out from online villa rental companies by directly managing our Inspirato homes.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 6, 2022

Sponsor a class. In addition to direct funding, they can often offer your nonprofit numerous types of fundraising support. When the items you sell are aesthetically pleasing and useful to buyers, they’ll do more than raise immediate funds. Sponsor a class. How much will you charge for each class? Water bottles.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

Please mention that the funds raised are going to help local recipients with covering missed wages while in treatment. The opening should read ‘Dear X’ Prizes that might just top last year’s hot-air balloon ride in wine country and the extremely popular paint-your-pet portrait class! The fundraiser is a raffle.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 10, 2021

In this two-part course, you’ll learn how to: Create your first strategic plan; Build an initial budget; Recruit an engaged board to support your activities; Begin to identify funding opportunities; Carry out a seed-funding campaign; And identify other essential needs to see your organization through its first three years.

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CauseVox

JUNE 16, 2023

Planning fraternity or sorority fundraisers can feel like a major undertaking, especially when you throw classes, work, and busy schedules into the mix. It takes careful planning, determination, and, of course, the funds to make it happen. But let’s face it, turning that dream into reality takes more than just wishful thinking.

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sgEngage

APRIL 15, 2024

Wherever possible, offer flexibility to your incoming classes, particularly as it pertains to obtaining FAFSA-related data. Can you identify at-risk students who may not be able to enroll without financial support that would come from federal funding? Provide flexibility.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Educational Workshops Offer low-cost workshops or classes on topics relevant to your cause, with the funds coming from class fees. If you’re not sure how to sign up class attendees, you should check out the class attendance features in Neon CRM. All they want are straight lines and tight corners.

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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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Bonterra

APRIL 11, 2024

Request a demo Explore pricing cameron.patter… Thu, 04/11/2024 - 10:11 Impact-driven solutions informed by industry-leading best practices Bonterra’s purpose-built solution was developed with years of nonprofit and public sector expertise to help you improve programming, secure more funding, and boost community impact.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 3, 2023

When the context is nonprofit fundraising, the “cause” is the donor, and the “effect” is the funds they provide. The way this idea plays out is that a significant portion of funds (typically upwards of 80%) raised by an organization often comes from a small percentage of the supporter base (less than 20%).

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 7, 2022

“Nonprofits use a variety of best-in-class tools to support their fundraising and financial operations, and when they don’t work well together, it creates an experience that’s clunky and time-consuming,” says Ross Hendrickson, Bloomerang’s Chief Executive Officer. Additional Resources: Learn more about Bloomerang’s QuickBooks Integration.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

or raffle off a knitting-themed basket that includes a knitting class and supplies. Participants can raise funds by the number of hours (or minutes) they create. and are well on their way to meeting the funds raised by their golf event. 3) Narrow down your fundraising ideas. 3) A book club Subscription giving is growing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 4, 2019

By Scot Chisholm , CEO and Co-founder of Classy ––a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. Donor-Advised Funds. If it seems like we’ve been talking about 2020 for decades, it’s because we have been.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

100% of profits help fund Surfrider’s mission to protect the world’s ocean, waves and beaches. 28) Sweet Relief Musicans Fund :: sweet-relief-musicians-fund.myshopify.com. 32) World Wildlife Fund Gifts :: gifts.worldwildlife.org. 26) Surfrider Foundation Store :: shop.surfrider.org. 2) Fair Indigo :: fairindigo.com.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 2, 2021

. “We have always encouraged and equipped our customers to participate in Giving Tuesday, and it’s so rewarding to think about the impact that the nonprofits in our community will be able to make using these funds.”

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CauseVox

MAY 27, 2021

In this one-hour class, you’ll learn: How to build a major donor funnel for your non-profit The best ways to tell the story of your organization so it appeals to major givers The step-by-step system for finding a steady stream of new major donors How to cultivate new major donors and build stronger relationships with them.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Take free or paid classes, courses, or webinars to learn how to fundraise. Community foundations sponsor many donor-advised funds (DAFs) which are like mini-foundations but they are not public. Engage really well-funded organizations you have a relationship with and ask for suggestions about how to find funding.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

This blog will cover steps 3 (using the "Customer/Jobs" utility) and 4 (using the "Classes" utility). The "Customer/Jobs" utility should be used to keep track of your nonprofit's funding sources. Evaluate your current funding sources and put them in this hierarchical order. 2010 NEH Grant.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

You may want to add an auction, a fund-the-need, or entertainment. Virtual Class: Look around and see who has a skill they could offer as a class. Or recruit a professional to host a virtual class. Cooking classes can be very successful and engaging. A virtual gala involves significant planning. Bullet journaling.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Dear Charity Clairity, We just launched the very beginning phase of a capital campaign to create ADA handicap access in our Studio Annex where art classes are held. Your finance office has been charged with controlling the inflow and outflow of funds. We hired a Campaign Consultant. — Between a Rock and a Hard Place.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Assemble a class of fundraising ambassadors. This class does not have to be large. Let your class of fundraising ambassadors know exactly what you need them to do. If you have five ambassadors in your class, that’s $5,000! Gather your class of fundraising ambassadors to practice making Asks.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Malala Fund’s research estimates 20 million more girls could be out of school after the pandemic ends. Our aim at Malala Fund is to create a world where every girl can access 12 years of free, safe, quality education. Malala Fund is partnering with ACE Charity in Nigeria to provide children. This is especially true for girls.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

Grant funds from foundations, government entities, and corporations help nonprofits diversify their income streams. Many grant applications will ask similar questions, such as what programs or materials you need funding for and why, how your nonprofit makes an impact in the community, and how you’ll measure success if selected for the award.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

“How do we ask for specific things while transparently keeping the money in an undesignated fund (rather than making the gift specifically for specific line item/fund)?” a surgery) you need to raise unrestricted funds to support all of your work. Let’s dive into the questions. ” You can say this once or twice.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2019

We all know the typical explanations – funders don’t allocate enough dollars to professional development, learners can’t give up the time for in-person training, and relevant classes aren’t offered in every area. 4) Executive Director’s Guide to Fund Development. Many of these resources are 100% free.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

With the right church giving software, your church can employ new ways to raise funds to support your mission. Watch as the shoes pile up and your church’s funds skyrocket. Instead of spending more money to acquire new supporters to help raise funds, it is more cost-effective to retain your donors. Fundraising events.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 20, 2010

This blog will cover step 3 (using the "Customer/Jobs" utility) and step 4 (using the "Classes" utility). By flagging a transaction (i.e., relating the transaction to a particular grant or program), QuickBooks can then quickly pull the related data into relevant reports by a particular grant or program.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 20, 2019

100% of profits help fund Surfrider’s mission to protect the world’s ocean, waves and beaches. 25) World Wildlife Fund Gifts :: gifts.worldwildlife.org. Jude Children’s Research Hospital continue to treat and defeat childhood cancer and other deadly diseases. 21) Surfrider Foundation Store :: shop.surfrider.org.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 24, 2023

Peer-to-peer activity-tracking events have emerged as a game-changer for nonprofit organizations seeking to raise funds and promote a healthy lifestyle. This challenge can focus on breathing exercises, yoga classes, or other self-care activities meant to create a positive cycle of well-being while fundraising for an important cause. 

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Bake sale Bake sales are always a delightful way to raise funds for your organization. You can also bid off the best looks to boost your funds from the event. You can also raise funds simultaneously by offering tickets to different activities and concessions.

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