.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Most of the answers to today’s business questions involve technology. Garth Jordan, CEO of the American Animal Hospital Association , talked about how that attitude aligns with the Board’s relationship with the executive director and the staff. “We’re They give me and our management team the freedom to do the work.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Once you’re ready to look at your appeal again, you should evaluate it by asking the five questions below. You’re not writing to yourself, your program staff, or your board of directors. If you make them work too hard to grasp your narrative, they’ll simply give up. Have you written to one specific donor? .

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 19, 2021

If you’re curious about where your organization stands in its digital transformation, ask yourself three questions: 1. Data director Eric Dayton says their transformation work set them up to pivot strategically in 2020 when COVID-19 challenged every aspect of their model. Do we make decisions based on data and evidence?

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

When you are able to talk to someone directly about a story, you can ask questions the help you gather key facts, details, and emotions to tell a compelling story. To get information that helps you tell a great non-profit story, you’ll need great storytelling interview questions. I hope that they inspire you! There you have it.

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2024

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a development director who wants advice on how to enact board term limits: Dear Charity Clairity, We don’t have term limits for our board and, as the development director, I think this is becoming a problem.

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2021

Here are three questions whose answers will give you guidance on how to start serving donors. Question 1: What are our donors’ needs? Question 2: What is your core belief and expertise? Question 3: Where does our belief and expertise overlap with our donor’s needs? youngest boys down for nap every day.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 17, 2023

That’s probably why more organizations don’t have a process for evaluating the board of directors, or if they do, that assessment is not continuous. In 2022, 52% of companies in the S&P 500 disclosed that they conducted a combination of full board, committee, and individual director evaluations, up from only 37% in 2018.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

When you are able to talk to someone directly about a story, you can ask questions the help you gather key facts, details, and emotions to tell a compelling story. To get information that helps you tell a great non-profit story, you’ll need great storytelling interview questions. I hope that they inspire you! There you have it.

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Nimble AMS

JUNE 10, 2021

While you’re there, you can see AMS product demos and ask questions directly to the product vendors. Here are three questions to ask vendors at AMS Fest 2021 to help you find the right AMS for your association. Three questions to ask during AMS demos. At first, this might not seem like an important question to ask, but it is.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

The next question, of course, is how? I’m going to assume that the question that started you down this path is, “How do I get current donors to increase their gifts?” Based on your answers to these questions, we can break your list into segments and create donor personas. In other words, you create donor journeys. .

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Imagine this scenario—your nonprofit wants to diversify its fundraising streams , specifically with planned giving. You meet with the donor, explain that your organization is exploring new types of giving programs, and ask if they’d be open to creating a bequest gift in their will. They have a lot of questions—how does it work?

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.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

The categories that are represented should reflect qualities that directors bring to the board as well as characteristics that will enhance the organization’s growth and development. But I’m surprised how many groups give values and anticipated norms for behavior short shrift. Give them a message to share from the beginning.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

He is also President and Managing Director of Digital Strategy for.orgSource , and my co-author of the Association 4.0 We couldn’t have guessed that the pandemic would give our recommendations a test drive so quickly. The use of AI in IP also raises additional questions. Navigate Industry 4.0 or the digital revolution.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership. When you want to give validity and structure to ideas, put them in writing.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question comes from a Director of Development who wants advice on what to do when the board thinks their individual fundraising success will depress grants. Have a question for our Fundraising Coach? Bottom line?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 11, 2023

This gives you a jump on thank yous and sponsor outreach instead of waiting to do it in bulk after the tournament. Whatever the case, strategic hole assignments give your representatives several hours to make a strong connection. 3) Your organization connects with the golfer donor. Be sure to follow up after the event with a thank you!

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. When Boards provide the guidance and oversight, and then let their Executive Directors or CEOs execute on their vision, great things happen.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Just because you, your executive director, or any “insider” feel a certain way about what’s most important about your mission, does not mean your constituents feel the same way. People are not going to give merely because you exist.

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Network for Good

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

When your supporters sign up to make a monthly or another type of recurring donation, they subscribe to make a difference and feel the joy of giving each time and receive special and often exclusive engagement opportunities in return. You could also include questions and links to surveys to allow them the opportunity to communicate as well.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Corporate giving isn’t just about writing checks; it’s a strategic partnership between businesses and nonprofits to transform communities. The world of corporate giving is ripe with opportunities for nonprofits and companies to join forces and address societal challenges with creativity and determination.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, is one of those insightful people who discovers hidden opportunities and helps leaders outline a path and a process to seize the moment. She explained how to use Blue Ocean Strategy to give your organization the edge in crowded digital markets. Creating Community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Presented by: Tim Sarrantonio , Director of Corporate Brand at Neon One. You don’t know who the characters are or what’s happening, but your friend gets annoyed when you ask questions. If you want to give your donors a wonderful experience, making their journey as seamless as possible is important—even on your website.

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BoardAssist

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Having a strong partnership with the Executive Director of the board you are considering joining is one of the most important things that influences whether someone has a rewarding board experience. Most Executive Directors in the nonprofit community are smart, committed and highly professional. Is this the right board for me?

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Global Giving

JULY 25, 2017

Jessamine Chin Director, VMWare Foundation Who She Is: As Director of the VMware Foundation, Jessamine Chin leads engagement for VMware's 20,000+ employees and heads their worldwide, social impact programs. In 2017, Great Places to Work and Fortune magazine recognized VMware as one of the Best Workplaces for Giving Back.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Here are a few last minute tips to maximize your efforts and make the most of this season of giving: 1. This added personalization shows donors that their philanthropic activity (current or past) has not gone unnoticed by your organization, and your reminder may give them the extra push they needed to make an end-of-year gift!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2023

I was mid-sentence when Steve begged my pardon and said, “That’s not my board of directors, Laurence. The most frequent question I’m asked is what to do about stagnant boards. “I’m Many don’t even include your agency in their own giving. A heavy-lifting board grapples with questions like, “How do we define success?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

Although in-person fundraisers are the most traditional fundraising method, the fact they were out of the question during the two years of the pandemic has resulted in a surge in popularity. With a silent auction, bidding takes place before the event happens, giving people more time to get involved. 6) Recurring donation fundraising .

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 18, 2024

Don’t give your recipients a reason to feel you are ‘spamming’ them! Talk to your IT Director or Managed Services Provider about DMARC, DKIM and SPF. As always, we are here for you if you have questions or need help navigation the brave, new world of DMARC! Respond promptly to members who request to be removed from lists.

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The MatrixFiles

MAY 1, 2024

For a change, Leah Monica, Director of Marketing at Matrix Group, interviewed me about my personal journey and the journey of Matrix Group. With our office space lease expiring in March of 2025, we continue to ask ourselves questions like, “How do we make sure Matrix Group values and culture stay consistent and strong? looks like.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

This article offers suggestions to help churches like yours grow giving with church fundraising events. Analysis shows that giving is shifting online. Giving your church members the ability to give tithes online actually grows tithes by 32%. Themed giving days. New to the concept of giving days? The problem?

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Once we hit November and we’ve gotten through Halloween, Daylight Savings Time, and the first frost, it’s officially the holiday season – and for nonprofits, that means it’s also time for year-end giving campaigns. Why is year-end giving such a big deal? Creating A Plan For Year-End Giving 2021. Goals don’t come out of thin air.

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EveryAction

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

from our friend Maureen Wallbeoff Lisa pinged me the other day—she’s the development director for a social justice organization. The CRM providers have questions that I can’t answer. This will help your bidders save time by giving you their best pitches the first time around. Your budget (please share it!)

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

If you’re not sure why you should do this, ask yourself the following questions: How have you fared during the pandemic? Do you have funds to treat your staff fairly, give them raises when deserved, and send them to trainings that will improve staff retention and boost your nonprofit’s morale and bottom line? . Your program director?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

Follow the lead of this executive director who launched her two-person nonprofit team into the limelight simply by joining in on the community conversation. All you need to do is register your nonprofit and get the word out to your donors about this effortless way to give. Uncover data that reveals the latest trends in major giving.

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EveryAction

APRIL 5, 2023

Depending on the size, reach, and impact anticipated from a technology change, engaging the board of directors is often critical to your success. As you use these questions to engage in dialogue with your board, it helps to remember that board members may have opinions and learned experience about what tools and systems are best.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. When Boards provide the guidance and oversight, and then let their Executive Directors or CEOs execute on their vision, great things happen.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 7, 2013

Question: My board of directors is not effective at raising funds to support our organization. Start by setting clear expectations about the board of directors and individual members’ roles and responsibilities for fundraising. Do you have questions about starting, governing, managing or operating a nonprofit organization?

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