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AmeriCorps Launches 9/11 Day Search Tool for Nonprofit Service Opportunities

NonProfit PRO

A new search tool makes it easier for volunteers to find local causes participating in the annual Sept. 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.

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5 Steps to Build a Membership Site (No Tech Experience Required)

Wild Apricot

“I want to create a membership site where people can fill out a form and pay online to get access to my community and resources.” This is what Lily, the membership manager of a small Library Association wanted to accomplish. After doing.

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Is it Better to Be a Generalist or a Specialist?

NonProfit PRO

If you learn the differences between a generalist and specialist, you are better able to make the ultimate decision of what direction you want to take in your career.

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How To Do A Donor Cultivation Event

Bloomerang

Considering doing a donor cultivation event ? Smart decision! According to fundraising expert and author Penelope Burk, 67% of respondents attending a donor cultivation event credited it as the reason why they made their gift. . The number one thing donors want is to know they make a difference. Donor cultivation events allow you donors to experience firsthand how they can make a difference.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Nonprofits Are Facing New Challenges. Can Insurance Help?

NonProfit PRO

Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) is proud to partner with NonProfit Pro to provide the 2021 Research report: “Challenges, Opportunities, and Insurance Buying Trends in the Nonprofit Industry 2021.” Download your FREE report to learn about the current challenges and impact of COVID-19 on this sector.

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13 Steps to the Perfect Year-End Giving Campaign in 2021

Donorbox

Year-end giving is a great opportunity for nonprofits to meet their fundraising goals. Approximately 31% of all annual giving occurs in December and approximately 12% of all annual giving occurs in the last three days of December. 28% of nonprofits raise between 26 – 50% of their annual funds for their year-end ask. This is […]. The post 13 Steps to the Perfect Year-End Giving Campaign in 2021 appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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A Guide to bbcon 2021 Virtual for Nonprofits

sgEngage

bbcon 2021 Virtual , happening October 13–15, will bring together tens of thousands of social good professionals for three days of cutting-edge thought leadership, virtual peer networking and unforgettable experiences. There will be opportunities to collaborate with your nonprofit peers from across the U.S. and globally, including those who work in development, membership, finance, marketing, executive leadership and more.

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14 Easy Thanksgiving Fundraising Ideas (Updated 2021)| Donorbox

Donorbox

It’s important to give thanks. It’s equally as important to ensure your organization stays afloat. Around 25% or more of all annual giving in the U.S. occurs during the last three months of the year. An estimated 43% of higher-income donors (from households earning greater than $200,000) donate more during the holidays. However, running the […].

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The Storytelling Framework That Will Inspire Your Nonprofit Supporters To Take Action

Kindful

For organizations that are trying to connect with their supporters, telling a compelling story is essential. Whether you’re planning an advocacy or fundraising campaign, using a storytelling framework to create your calls to action can help you make emotional connections with your audience and ultimately move them to act. The Story of Self, Story of Us, and Story of Now Framework.

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5 Helpful Tips for Getting the Most Out of Nonprofit Fundraising Season

Donorbox

The last quarter of the year is a great time for fundraising. December is often the busiest time of year for donations — particularly as the year comes to a close. Around 31% of donations are made in December alone and 12% come in the final three days of the year. Your donors often feel generous […]. The post 5 Helpful Tips for Getting the Most Out of Nonprofit Fundraising Season appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.

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Luck Is Not a Strategy: The Process of Effectively Securing Grants

Tech Soup

I started writing grant proposals when I was in my 20s, working as a fundraiser for a small but dynamic grassroots environmental organization in Alaska. It took me another 20 years before I realized the importance of actually establishing a fully realized grantseeking program built on clearly articulated goals and objectives, as well as the importance of creating a specific strategy around each and every project that required funding.

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T-shirts Are Never Out Of Style: 6 Reasons Why Every Nonprofit Should Be Using Peer-to-Peer T-Shirt Fundraising

OneCause

As we move into the era of mass vaccination and the economy is opening up more and more, it’s time to reflect on the old adage: “Every cloud has a silver lining.”. What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities?

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Why Commodifying Creativity Hurts Us All

Media Cause

Regardless of whether or not we have “creative” in our official job description or title, I’d bet that most of us like to think of ourselves as creative humans. We daydream, we question, we problem solve, and we find joy in those “aha!” moments when something just clicks and we’re able to see a question or challenge in an entirely different light. .

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8 Decision-Making Tactics

Eric Jacobsen Blog

These eight decision-making tactics from David Lahey ’s book, Predicting Success , are helpful to me and hopefully useful to you as well: Deep breathing , to clear your mind. Researching , to feel confident that you have all the information in front of you. Listing your options , in either verbal or written form, to keep the whole picture front of mind.

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.

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Weekly update from PND

Candid

A weekly update with the latest news from PND. Sanford Health receives $350 million gift for virtual care center. September 9, 2021 Sanford Health has announced a gift of $350 million from philanthropist T. Denny Sanford in support of a clinical initiative to create a virtual care center that will provide accessible care in rural and underserved areas of the Midwest.