NCE Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

I was fortunate enough to serve on a committee of AFP International that brought together some social media gurus to hash out guidelines that nonprofit organizations can use to craft their own social media policies. With the release of these guidelines I wanted to share 7 reasons why you should have a social media policy.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

Across the fundraising landscape, there is broad interest in reaching prospects and donors with more inclusive, equitable, and responsible messages. Strength-Based Messaging: A Powerful Tool Thankfully, in recent years, new and long overdue attention has been focused on changing the way we build our donor relationships.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Year-end tax statements provide donors with a convenient summary of their charitable contributions. We know how busy fundraisers are at the end of the year, so we've put together these simple guidelines for you. They also offer your organization an additional opportunity to express its appreciation.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

For instance, it’s reported that 78 percent of eligible nonprofit donors have no idea that their employer offers a corporate gift-matching program. Lack of access to corporate philanthropy program guidelines. should provide its employees with a set of guidelines regarding participation eligibility criteria. The Roadblock.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 25, 2023

For years we’ve talked about donors from the perspective of moving them up a “pyramid” or “ladder.” Which is why I advocate retiring the old donor pyramid in favor of a dynamic energy vortex. And I also prefer a new donor paradigm that doesn’t look at donors from top to bottom based simply on the size of their gift.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

A common misconception among newer nonprofit professionals is that every campaign or event is meant to attract new donors and donations. The longer a donor gives to your organization, the more time you have to build meaningful relationships that will reinforce their long-lasting support. . Ensure communication is a two-way street

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Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2024

We simply aren’t going to be successful if donors don’t have faith in us. I think the best way to illuminate the day-to-day application of ethics in fundraising is to examine actual examples that arise among fundraisers, management, and donors. Personal gifts : We often work with donors of substantial wealth. “De

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CauseVox

AUGUST 11, 2022

If you’ve been in the fundraising game for a while, you’re aware of the important role major donors play. On average, gifts from major donors make up the bulk of a nonprofit’s fundraising revenue each year. Put simply, major donors are individuals who make the biggest donations to your org. Who Is A Major Donor?

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Corporate giving opportunities like matching gift programs, volunteer grants, and fundraising event matches allow nonprofits, donors, and corporations to build and grow mutually beneficial partnerships. But what exactly does the donor get out of the arrangement? as well as to the nonprofits receiving the funds?—additional

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

These innovative tools are revolutionising tasks by saving hundreds of hours of manual work through aiding in campaign creation, categorising and drafting email responses, assisting with content creation, and even automating donation processes to personalise and enhance the donor experience.

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Achieve

JUNE 1, 2023

Your nonprofit likely has plenty of strategies for gathering direct donor feedback. But donors can reveal just as much information about their motivations and interests through their unspoken actions. Review your donor demographics. Certain times of the year put donors in a charitable mood, leading them to give more.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve. Preparing a budget isn’t an exact science, but some guidelines are better than none when it comes to your nonprofit’s operations and finances.

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Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2022

As a nonprofit fundraising professional, you’re always thinking of ways to encourage your donors to increase their donation amounts. Some donors upgrade their giving without being asked, but most donors need some prompting. This makes it easier for your donors to choose how much to give to your nonprofit.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 6, 2021

And forming those relationships requires thought-out strategies and a will to succeed with engaging your donors, especially when you can’t interact face-to-face. No matter who your nonprofit serves, there are plenty of ways to connect with remote donors and help them see the value of investing in your mission. Ramp up communications.

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Achieve

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Due to COVID-19, your nonprofit staff members are probably now working from home, you’ve had to pivot fundraising strategies, and your organization’s programming has likely had to adapt to social distancing guidelines. . Creating a first-time donor communication plan. . Create a first-time donor communication plan.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Physical distancing guidelines will keep many nonprofits decentralized well into 2021. In the meantime, nonprofits need to connect with donors, constituents, board members, and, most prominently, each other. For many donors, it’s a prerequisite to contributing. 1) Video Conferencing. 4) Internal Communications Tools.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

By accepting in-kind donations, you can ask your donors to provide resources for your mission in ways that may be more accessible for some of your supporters. Despite not donating financially, in-kind donations can still qualify as a tax dedication, further benefiting your donors. Not all donations need to be monetary!

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

As you incorporate these tips, work at fostering genuine supporter relationships, and strategize ways to improve the donor experience, you can generate more reliable revenue streams over time. Boosting revenue starts with forming stronger ties with the people who support your mission: your donors. Personalize donor outreach.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 25, 2024

By creating an endowment or accepting endowment gifts from high-capacity donors, you can set your nonprofit up for growth and greater financial sustainability—all without extensive effort. Donors may place restrictions on their endowment gifts, limiting how you can spend the earnings. That’s where endowments come in.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2023

— Want to Say No Dear Want to Say No, There are two principles at play here, and you’re wise to recognize them: The value of being donor-centric, and The value of conducting due diligence to protect your charity and the donor. Once approved, the guidelines should be forwarded to the full board to vote on their acceptance.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. To begin, provide your staff, board members, and volunteers guidelines for maximizing their LinkedIn Profiles , such as: Complete their profile and upload a professional photo. LinkedIn Profiles.

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sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2024

It’s your opportunity to demonstrate financial sustainability and transparency to donors and stakeholders. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) introduces guidelines on how nonprofits should handle grants and contracts, and these updates help nonprofits report their finances accurately and in a standard manner.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

If your organization does not fall within their guidelines, you can find a plan that works for you. Donor Drive: github.com/DonorDrive. Finally, it’s worth noting that GitHub is also compatible with many different project management systems, such as Basecamp , Zapier , Slack , and Trello. Blackbaud/Convio: github.com/convio.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 25, 2023

After all, your valuable donors can’t register for your event or participate in your upcoming campaign if they don’t know it’s happening! But, what if the key to success was already in your donor base? You need a strong marketing strategy to make your next fundraiser a success. Let’s begin. This doesn’t have to be a daunting task.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

Most charities had used the same tried-and-tested methods for decades (namely, galas and sponsored endeavors), but with new health and safety guidelines to contend with, this was no longer possible. Imagine if you could tap into the networks of all of your donors. When the pandemic hit, that event finally came.

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Achieve

MARCH 6, 2023

Setting rules or guidelines for your silent auction can save you a lot of trouble. The best place to start when developing effective guidelines for your auction is your organization’s past events. One of the most basic yet essential guidelines you need to set for your silent auction is a clear opening and closing time.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 20, 2021

You and your staff have worked tirelessly to keep your organization afloat through 2020 and 2021, fundraising for your cause and maintaining good relationships with donors. . Second, pay attention to specific state and local COVID-19 guidelines. Once you know what’s required of you in the area in which you’re working, plan to: .

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DipJar

AUGUST 12, 2021

A strong design with a user-friendly interface can lead not only to more donors, but larger donations and recurring gifts. . Follow accessibility guidelines. . Most donors will likely want to browse your website before making a donation. Use engaging images. . Invest in plugins. . Make your website shareable. .

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

The most important thing you must do when you receive a donation of any size is immediately thank your donor warmly and provide a donation receipt. Most nonprofits completely miss this opportunity to wow their donor, so it’s not that hard to stand out. We call it the Cycle of Giving and here’s how it works: The donor gives a gift.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 25, 2021

A brand guide is a document with branding guidelines that act to maintain a company’s identity. These language guidelines can be a great addition to your brand guide. If it’s done well, your brand guide will have a lifespan of many years and will provide the necessary framework for your marketing and fundraising strategies.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 22, 2021

However, building relationships while following social distancing guidelines in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenge for many of us. . We can do the same thing with our donors. And we don’t need walkie-talkies to do so—we can use tools like Zoom to meet with donors virtually. . They’ve forged a bond.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Most generations of donors are now comfortable making donations on a nonprofit’s website. Losing donor trust by abruptly sending people away from your nonprofit’s website to make their donation somewhere else. Recording donations in a donor management system. Load your most popular pages and click on links. What’s not ideal?

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DipJar

JANUARY 23, 2023

These programs make the original donation go twice as far, so you should encourage your donors to look into their companies’ guidelines. Locating match-eligible donors is a fantastic way to diversify your revenue streams and maximize the donations you’re already receiving. Let’s dive in! What Is Donation Matching?

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Candid

APRIL 26, 2021

For instance, if your website focuses heavily on images or graphics, simply not including captions or alternative text can drive away supporters or donors with a visual impairment or slow internet speed. If your organization fits these guidelines, remaining ADA compliant is necessary. What are the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

The Fundraising Planning and Climate Report ’s findings show the following: Adjust fundraising strategies : Based on the report’s predictions, consider adjusting your fundraising strategies to align with the current socioeconomic and cultural climate, and donor preferences. Determine the capacity to give of your donors and funders.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Unlike a business’s revenue, these assets either have donor restrictions or are considered unrestricted funds. Donors and grantors both expect detailed reporting and deep financial transparency from nonprofit organizations. by donors, grantors, governing boards, or by law.???. What is Fund Accounting?

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 10, 2017

Being transparent with your donors may sound like a no-brainer, but all too often it goes by the wayside. What do your donors really know about your nonprofit? It helps personalize your organization by positioning it in an open and honest way, and allows donors to increasingly relate to your cause and champion for your nonprofit.

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