Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Fundraising is more tech-powered than ever before. With so many tools out there to choose from, your opportunities for customizing your organization’s tech stack are virtually limitless, especially when it comes to fundraising apps. but now, you can take all that information on the go with Bloomerang’s mobile fundraising app !

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sgEngage

APRIL 4, 2024

Building your organization’s financial capacity involves investing in solid financial systems, but also engaging in more strategic board governance and leadership. But it does need to be part of a larger, intentional conversation about being a revenue-wise organization. Calculating indirect costs can be challenging.

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Classy

APRIL 20, 2021

It’s been 10 years since my co-founders and I launched Classy as an online fundraising platform to mobilize and empower the world for good. What started as a small fundraiser for cancer research has now raised over $3 billion for social and environmental causes—and we feel like we’re just getting started. . Scot Chisholm.

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Classy

JUNE 21, 2021

When it comes to fundraising for your nonprofit, creativity is key. Below, we’ve highlighted five creative angles to consider for your next fundraising campaign, complete with five nonprofit examples to show how these ideas can be brought to life. . Creative Angles to Take on Your Next Campaign. times greater than ticketed events. .

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 30, 2024

The growth at fundraising firm RKD Group in Dallas, Texas continues with the acquisition of Heller Consulting, a strategy, planning and implementation provider of nonprofit technology and leadership training. We have to extend the conversation beyond data. He referred to it as data governance.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 28, 2023

In the world of nonprofit organizations, board involvement in fundraising is crucial for long-term success. Engaging board members in fundraising efforts not only boost the organization’s financial resources but also strengthens the board’s commitment to the organization’s mission. What is your position on the board?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 22, 2023

By dedicating just 120 hours per year, board members can make a substantial difference in the organization’s growth, advocacy, fundraising efforts, and overall success. Additionally, they should dedicate eight hours to special events and fundraisers, showing their support and engaging with donors and stakeholders.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Nonprofit organizations are beginning to use indirect costs more frequently in their budgeting processes, whether or not they are pursuing government grants. Colleen spends about 25% of her time supporting the senior programs, 50% supporting the afterschool programs, and then 25% working on fundraising efforts to support the community center.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 17, 2021

Whether it’s CRM products and websites for fundraising, outreach, advocacy and event management, or back office infrastructure for day-to-day operations and everything in between, the list of functions and choices is seemingly endless and growing by the day. Buying tech is easy, leveraging it is hard. It’s their job to think that way.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

She’s worked in development offices of all sizes and has recently put her years of experience and training down on paper in The Wild Woman’s Guide to Fundraising. And here’s what she shared: Mazarine Treyz, The Wild Woman’s Guide to Fundraising. Why do these fundraising books have to be so BORING?”

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

If a government regulation changed or community preferences shifted, would you have time to react? Tip 1: Categorize your revenue types, such as fundraising, grants, and earned income. To help you work through these decisions, and what to do about the maybes, check out our conversation guide, Aligning on a Revenue-Wise Strategy.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education. Oftentimes, local government agencies and other funding organizations like United Way participate. . Benefits of Funder Collaboration .

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

A strong and effective board can help provide strategic direction, keep your finances in check, and uphold a high standard of governance. Conversely, a toxic, dysfunctional, or low-performing board can destroy your nonprofit. Make time for networking, fun, games, play, and strategic conversations.

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Forum One

JULY 27, 2021

Though it has changed in shape during the pandemic, here are seven tips on how to use your digital ecosystem to enhance your fundraising. As people are spending more and more time online, digital fundraising is vital for mission-driven organizations to achieve and surpass goals. . Plan for governance and maintenance .

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EveryAction

AUGUST 11, 2016

We’re just over halfway through 2016 and, if we’ve learned anything so far, it’s that online fundraising has really found its stride in the nonprofit sector. So all is well and the end-of-year (EOY) fundraising push should be more profitable than ever! EOY Fundraising Implications. Great news, right?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

Have you noticed that when talking about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in fundraising , the conversation frequently mentions the lack of suitable candidates of color? Another aspect of the discussion is the business case for hiring for fundraising success. Is major gift officer the only viable career in fundraising ?

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Media Cause

AUGUST 31, 2022

We’ll also discuss why this time of year is so critical for fundraising efforts. . Instead of the government redistributing wealth, charitable giving provides donors with autonomy to choose where to allocate their otherwise would-be-tax dollars. Matches are a dime a dozen when it comes to year-end fundraising.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes Unlock the fundraising potential of your nonprofit by understanding your target audience. Discover our step-by-step guide to connecting with donors who truly care about your mission, and watch your fundraising efforts thrive. Use language and tone that reflect their preferences and communication style.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Based on conversations among crypto thought leaders , this belief in decentralized power also carries pessimism in fiat currency controlled by governments. What’s more, this type of donation will likely be more inline with their beliefs as the alternative would be to pay more in tax to government policy that the donor may not support.

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 1, 2023

What: Nonprofit fundraising and marketing conference. Who attends : Professional fundraisers, nonprofit communications teams, and tons of vendors. Who attends : Professional fundraisers, nonprofit communications teams, and tons of vendors. SXSW EDU is more focused to educators, government and people working in the ed space. .

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

My hope is that we all—individuals, teachers, students, parents, schools, and government officials—honestly wrestle with this revolutionary change and recognize it as so much more than a “cheat tool.” Generative AIs went from entertaining but ultimately not very useful to possessing, and the change happened overnight. 

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Kindful

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

An organization in London raised five times its original fundraising goal on a particular project. A fundraising professional from Texas crafted a monthly giving program from scratch. A Nepalese fundraiser started the very first conference for fundraisers in his country.

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Neon CRM

JULY 21, 2023

In this article, we will cover the six areas that any nonprofit board should be overseeing and providing some basic tips on proper board governance. But the board is responsible for ensuring that the nonprofit has all the necessary legal, ethical, financial, and overall good governance policies in place to succeed long-term.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 23, 2017

Last week, I was in Sao Paolo for the ABCR Festival, the leading conference in Brasil for fundraising for nonprofit organizations. My last visit to Brasil coincided with the Brasil’s version of GivingTuesday called DiadeDoar and I was lucky enough to attend a fundraiser with Brasil’s Giving Tuesday leader João Paulo Vergueiro.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 3, 2019

With the advent of various communication technologies, nonprofits have broadened the reach of their programs and fundraising efforts greatly, and at a much lower relative cost. When it comes to compliance with state laws, online fundraising initiatives have created a regulatory challenge for nonprofits everywhere.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

With the advent of various communication technologies, nonprofits have broadened the reach of their programs and fundraising efforts greatly, and at a much lower relative cost. When it comes to compliance with state laws, online fundraising initiatives have created a regulatory challenge for nonprofits everywhere.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

By partnering with other nonprofits, government agencies, and community groups, you can pool resources and expertise to better support immigrant communities. We need to maintain these relationships, keep the conversations going, and continually adapt our support. After all, friendships should last longer than just a month, right?

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3rd Sector Labs

JULY 16, 2014

Bloomberg ran an interesting article recently about the negative impact of too much data on business and government. The third sector can learn a lot from the commercial and government sectors. The Chronicle of Philanthropy reports that the use of Facebook as a fundraising medium simply isn’t panning out. Less is more.

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3rd Sector Labs

AUGUST 22, 2014

1 – Is easier or more complicated to plan and execute a fundraising campaign today than it was 5 or 10 years ago? 2 – How many different types of technology systems are you using to execute a fundraising campaign? Marketing / fundraising staff = 61%. The polling results. Easier = 29%. More difficult = 44%.

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Candid

JULY 18, 2023

Whether these megadonors are on your radar, their voices are shaping broader conversations in the philanthropic sector about what and who gets funded, as well as how that funding materializes. However, their philanthropic gestures are executed with millions, if not billions, of dollars that move global markets and spur governments to action.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Board and staff members spoke about how meaningful it was to come together and get to know each other better, how much they had learned through the conversations we had, and how they felt hopeful about the ways in which their visions for the organization were translated into concrete plans. . That means knowing what to focus on. .

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Achieve

AUGUST 20, 2021

The agendas you create for your board meetings will act as the roadmap for your meetings, letting everyone know what will be discussed and how they can best contribute to the conversation. For example, your goal could just be to inform board members about an upcoming fundraiser they’re expected to participate in. Seek input.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

A true fund accounting system simplifies restricted funds, making it easier to track and report on government grants, endowments, and specific donor requests. If fundraising is your major source of revenue, see how your financial system will integrate with fundraising to help you remove manual processes.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 12, 2021

According to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ 2020 Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), only 43.6% It’s time to make keeping your donors a board-level priority, right up there with Finance, Governance, and Development itself. There should be an easy way for members to report back notes from donor conversations.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

What does it have to do with fundraising and nonprofits? For fundraisers, I recommend you keep a donor gratitude journal. I’ve seen folks who keep such journals not only become more effective fundraisers, but also enjoy their work so much more. Identify a key value that governs your behavior or life.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

A few years ago, a nonprofit executive was bragging to me about a fundraising breakthrough he had when he had gotten a new $5,000 donation from a local foundation and how much effort he, his board, his development director, and others spent wooing and making their case for the contribution.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Is there a long-term need for your nonprofit, or could the issue be solved with a smaller-scale fundraising campaign or project? However, if your idea isn’t very large in scope, a one-time crowdfunding campaign or peer-to-peer fundraising event could achieve the results you’re hoping for. The answer could be “both.”

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