ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 19, 2021

Grantmaking foundations have the financial resources that nonprofit organizations need to accomplish their work. Nonprofit organizations are doing the work essential to further the grantmaking foundation’s mission. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. posted by Jessica Tudyk Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management.

Adopt 52

Adopt Foundation Practice Support 52

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In today’s episode, you’ll hear some ideas from Mary Aquino of Blackbaud University about how finance and development can build connections and better work together to support the mission. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Why collaboration between finance and development is important.

Podcast 76

Podcast Develop Build Blackbaud 76

NTEN

JUNE 6, 2023

A tech-savvy team is essential for nonprofit organizations that want to thrive in the digital age. How do you go about developing the technology skills of your staff? Determining what technology skills your organization needs Skill requirements are not one-size-fits-all. Or take advantage of free tools.

Skills 88

Skills Technology Develop Training 88

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Fundraising is and will always be a necessity for nonprofit organizations, but times have changed — and so has the technology. What are AR and VR, and how can you use these advances to help support your own organization? Next, figure out what platform will support your campaign the best. Augmented and Virtual Reality.

Organization 280

Organization Fundraising Tech Photography 280

Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

But if you want to diversify your development office, or even just start the conversation, here are a few relatively simple suggestions to consider. Just while writing this piece, I’ve received email newsletters from the African American Development Officers Network (AADO) and Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC).

Develop 122

Develop Pennsylvania Mentoring Newsletter 122

Candid

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Demographics via Candid standardizes demographic data collection, provides the most up-to-date information available, and allows funders to easily view the demographics of any organization that has shared this data. of philanthropic funding going to support AAPI communities. Where do we find more mission-aligned organizations?

Data 59

Data Support Demographics Evaluation 59

Volunteer Hub

APRIL 30, 2021

The Students Association of MacEwan University (SAMU) switched from another volunteer management solution to VolunteerHub in order to leverage VolunteerHub’s reward and recognition, user groups, and kiosk features. The organization’s volunteer program utilizes 300 active volunteers, on average, per year.

Student 54

Student University Associations Volunteer 54

Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 14, 2022

Throughout this article, we’re going to cover the ins and outs of using an innovative new strategy, Facebook Challenges, to engage supporters through the following points: Introduction to Facebook Challenges. They offer a low barrier to entry for your supporters, many of whom have existing Facebook accounts and are familiar with the platform.

Challenge 98

Challenge Facebook Support Hosting 98

DipJar

MARCH 17, 2022

It is a great example of a storied institution finding new ways to support the community it serves and provide new ways – including DipJar – for the community to support its good work. To learn about this, we spoke with Robert Meyer, the executive director of development for the Cathedral. And that’s because St.

Story 105

Story Support Community New York City 105

Cloud 4 Good

MAY 17, 2022

Louisiana State University Online and Continuing Education (LSU Online) is a part of the LSU family of institutions, a group of accredited, top-tier universities leading the charge toward innovations in distance learning. Success Story: Leveraging Salesforce CRM for the University of Vermont Office of Research.

Louisiana 59

Louisiana University Education Student 59

Cloud 4 Good

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Following the considerable success the University of Vermont (UVM) found using Salesforce Marketing and Service Cloud to safely and efficiently reopen their campus in the wake of COVID-19’s emergence, UVM once again engaged Cloud for Good to take their Salesforce technology to the next level by expanding their Salesforce usage.

Vermont 59

Vermont University Research Alabama 59

.orgSource

MARCH 4, 2024

All that’s needed is a 360-degree shift in how you view your business universe. Jennifer Michael, Chief Operating Officer, was on hand to provide an overview of CertLink and describe its development. The organization wanted to create a user-friendly certification process. Product development and improvement continue.

Strategy 221

Strategy Marketing Detroit Associations 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

By Jen Frazier , President at Firefly Partners – a women-owned, LGBTQ+ certified, and minority-owned digital marketing agency that develops accessible online experiences that empower progressive organizations to thrive. Traditional methods, like direct mail, are still important for reaching older or less tech-oriented supporters.

Practice 239

Practice Fundraising Guide Channel 239

Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The leader as coach -- You provide support and guidance and you serve as a sounding board. The leader as manager/administrator -- You serve in a traditional role of tackling the daily administrative responsibilities, processes, and systems essential to managing the boundaries within the larger organization or key stakeholders.

Collaboration 92

Collaboration North Carolina Roles University 92

Bloomerang

APRIL 1, 2021

As a professional in the nonprofit sector, you can absolutely still work to be the best you can be, developing your personal and professional skills and advancing your career along the way. Here at the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance, we’ve dedicated ourselves to professional development in the nonprofit sector. Better fundraising ROI.

Develop 93

Develop Tips Skills Nonprofit 93

.orgSource

JANUARY 8, 2024

If there were holdouts on giving IT a pivotal place in the organization, the pandemic shifted that perspective. Strengthening your EI muscle helps to support others through change and to better understand their reactions to new ways of doing business. Motivation— supports developing strategy, setting goals, and staying focused.

Technology 221

Technology Skills Awareness Leadership 221

ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 28, 2021

These stressful experiences create a burden that nonprofit workers are bearing, but it is the responsibility of leaders to find feasible ways to support their well-being as much as possible. Supporting worker well-being is intended to nurture the multi-dimensional components of wellness that can improve the overall health and quality of life.

Support 98

Support Time Arizona Conversation 98

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

From ensuring equal access to education to advocating for mental health awareness to creating black history for future generations, all of these organizations inspire us, and we hope they inspire you too. Check out the campaign here and learn more about this incredible organization. Black Teacher Project. The Urban League of Portland.

History 51

History Support Organization Portland 51

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 7, 2024

The leader as coach -- You provide support and guidance and you serve as a sounding board. The leader as manager/administrator -- You serve in a traditional role of tackling the daily administrative responsibilities, processes, and systems essential to managing the boundaries within the larger organization or key stakeholders.

Collaboration 82

Collaboration North Carolina Roles University 82

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

Over the past decade, organizations like Sierra Club , Greenpeace , and 350.org By deepening their commitments to sustainability, organizations across sectors have the opportunity to enact more sustainable business practices and set an example for peer organizations. University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Organization 98

Organization Massachusetts Org Africa 98

Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

That’s why we’re excited to share more on our second cohort, which is focused on supporting the livelihoods of Small Scale Farmers in low and middle-income countries. Each of these groups provided insights into the challenge, determined a focus area where technology can help, and developed a solution. Thankfully, this is changing.

Hunger 52

Hunger Global Impact Rwanda 52

The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

.” – Carol Dweck It is a truth universally acknowledged that employees who are motivated to continuously learn and grow will be the ones to take on new challenges, innovate, and problem-solve. Regularly update your skills through professional development opportunities, staying proactive in your learning journey.

Structure 105

Structure Exercise Challenge Skills 105

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 4, 2023

In the short-term, older donors are going to give the most money, but younger generations are more likely to give their time, in volunteer hours, serve on an organization’s board of directors, and have connections to corporate giving opportunities. organizations** 11.8% They are known for their loyalty to the causes they support.

Generation 243

Generation Giving North America Method 243

Candid

JANUARY 2, 2024

This vast library contains more than 34,000 freely available philanthropic resources authored by organizations in our sector—including reports, case studies, surveys, toolkits, and more. It outlines 10 core principles for philanthropy serving organizations (PSOs) to enhance their impact and contribute to broader systems change.

Resource 108

Resource Mississippi Participatory New York 108

Candid

MAY 9, 2023

For every $100 foundations give to an Ivy League school, how many dollars do you think foundations give to a historically Black college and university (HBCU)? Despite being historically underfunded, these institutions have been essential in educating Black people, developing leaders, and addressing inequality. In fact, large U.S.

Philanthropy 130

Philanthropy Comparison Student Grant 130

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

Professional development (PD) is the "process of improving and increasing capabilities of staff through access to education and training." PD is crucial to keeping the right people working for your organization. Second, better results for the organization as whole. Professional development can be costly at times.

Professional 52

Professional Develop California Skills 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 13, 2023

The leader as coach -- You provide support and guidance and you serve as a sounding board. The leader as manager/administrator -- You serve in a traditional role of tackling the daily administrative responsibilities, processes, and systems essential to managing the boundaries within the larger organization or key stakeholders.

Collaboration 61

Collaboration North Carolina Roles University 61

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. Our panel of experts will discuss considerations to prepare for economic headwinds and offer strategies to strengthen fundraising, manage talent, and improve supporter engagement.

Education 90

Education Professional Virtual Guide 90

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. Make a one-time or monthly financial contribution to the organization. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps. Be Informed.

Fundraising 343

Fundraising Mail Law Donation 343

Connection Cafe

MAY 29, 2020

Changing Higher Ed Episode 43: Raising Money for Universities during COVID with Scott Roberts and Tim Hill . Higher education fundraising is even more critical as colleges and universities navigate the unexpected and unpredictable financial situation caused by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Staying on Message.

University 27

University Raise Money Student 27

ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 12, 2022

Employees are frontline; their talents and efforts determine success within any organization. Employees choose specific nonprofit organizations because they have a personal connection or emotional attachment to the nonprofits mission. Three key tools are discussed below that can help organizations boost their employee engagement.

Strategy 98

Strategy Arizona Phoenix Structure 98

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 3, 2022

This is a common theme that lurks in the veins of many of our organizations. In order to prevent this from occurring, organizations must create a roadmap for their organizational future, and in doing so, they may identify areas of improvement and innovation that may not have been looked at until there were gaps in leadership.

Leadership 96

Leadership San Diego Results Effective 96

sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2023

To take advantage of these powerful giving trends, preparation is key to ensure your organization secures meaningful results when competing with organizations across cause areas that are making a similar appeal. Accuracy should be a starting point to ensure your request for support punches through the noise. Is there drop off?

Fundraising 107

Fundraising Donor Celebrate Chicago 107

Cloud 4 Good

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

November 19, 2021 [Asheville, NC] – Cloud for Good, alongside the University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) and Dallas College, today announced a partnership to provide an apprenticeship pathway to jobs in the Salesforce ecosystem for new and recent graduates. About University of North Texas at Dallas. in just the next 3 years.

Dallas 81

Dallas Fort Worth Texas University 81

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This is the story of how George Washington University Hospital , a hub of compassionate healthcare and advanced technology, bridged this gap, and the inspiring journey of Emily, a volunteer turned major donor. Emily’s weekends were dedicated to assisting patients and supporting staff, establishing a strong connection with both.

Story 83

Story Volunteer Build Donor 83

ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 16, 2018

If your nonprofit is serious about long-term sustainability, succession planning needs to be part of the overall plan for the organization. Disruption happens and the more prepared the organization is for change, the better for long-term success. What leadership style does the organization need for long-term sustainability?

Organization 60

Organization Phoenix Hints Arizona 60

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 17, 2023

The leader as coach -- You provide support and guidance and you serve as a sounding board. The leader as manager/administrator -- You serve in a traditional role of tackling the daily administrative responsibilities, processes, and systems essential to managing the boundaries within the larger organization or key stakeholders.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Roles North Carolina University 52