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AFP ICON 2023 Recap

Qgiv

Development officers, executive directors, event planners, consultants, and emerging leaders came together to discuss fundraising trends, donor retention, DEI (diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace) strategies, and so much more. Here are our top takeaways and a glimpse of the inspiration attendees experienced onsite. The outcome?

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How Nonprofit Staff Training Is Evolving Due to COVID-19

Top Nonprofits

You’ve had to adjust to this pandemic-era lifestyle in both your personal and working life— and do so quickly. In a course about soliciting donations over the phone, don’t have the donor say “Hello. They weren’t just reading about sedation— they were experiencing a day in the life of a doctor and receiving feedback on their efforts.

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Video Storytelling Made Easy with Adobe Spark

Tech Soup

But if you're presenting an idea or trying to reach members or potential donors, we recommend using the friendly, singular "you" as if you're addressing just one friend. This San Francisco restaurant showcases its philosophy in under 30 seconds with a clear mission statement and video clips that bring it to life.

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Video Is A Must For Your Organization’s Content Strategy

Connection Cafe

What would you rather do: Watch Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom in a movie theater, or flip through the storyboards? I know the storyboards seem pretty cool, but if you have to choose just one, you’d probably watch the movie. Your videos will bring your brand to life, and your competition won’t stand a chance.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Writing the Perfect Fundraising Letter

Get Fully Funded

Writing and mailing a fundraising letter to your donors is a popular fundraising strategy for nonprofit organizations. Your purpose in raising money through the mail is two-fold: generate dollars for immediate needs and build relationships with individual donors for long-term success. In 2021, over $484.85

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Assembling the Right Team for an E-Learning Project

sgEngage

Improved staff and volunteer retention rates, fundraising and donor stewardship outcomes, and training engagement come to mind. Write and review storyboards. Without this team’s approval, you won’t be able to access the funding necessary to bring your course to life. . Design and develop course prototypes.

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Tips for Taking a Tech-Fueled Approach to Nonprofit Training

DNL OmniMedia

Your organization uses nonprofit technology to track data, research donors, communicate with volunteers, and market upcoming opportunities. For example, you can create a learning game focused on the best ways to respond to “No” answers from prospective donors. These strategies aren’t uncommon. Why not use it to train your team as well?