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4 Steps to Build a Planned Giving Legacy Society

NonProfit PRO

For some nonprofits, starting to ask for planned gifts may seem like a big leap. After all, many fundraisers are afraid to ask for a gift in general. So, how are they going to ask a donor to give to a cause after their death?

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Budget for Communications and Marketing When Proposing New Initiatives

The MatrixFiles

Last week, I attended and spoke at the International Foundation’s Technology and Benefit Communications Conference, held in Boston, MA. I spoke on the topic of “Next-Generation Tools to Enhance Your Communications,” or next-gen tools to communicate benefits to employees. At the end of the conference, there was an Open Forum, during which select speakers took questions from the in person and virtual attendees.

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11 Stats on the Nonprofit Sector

NonProfit PRO

Because of the importance of the nonprofit sector in this changing society, updated nonprofit facts and statistics are important to know and understand. Here are 11 nonprofit sector stats.

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What does a Purpose-Driven Company Look Like?

Saleforce Nonprofit

This post was originally published on 7/28/2019 and updated on 8/5/2022. 5 Ways Brands with a Purpose Make Positive Impact. These days, purpose is becoming increasingly mainstream. You’ll find it sprinkled throughout your social media feed and making headlines at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Leaders at companies, global brands, nonprofits, and everyone in between are asking that important question: what is a purpose-driven company?

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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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Stimulated-Inc. to Launch CauseXT at 2022 ANA Nonprofit Federation Summer Conference

NonProfit PRO

Stimulated-Inc. is bringing its experiential magic to cause marketers with the launch of CauseXT at the 2022 ANA Nonprofit Federation Summer Conference (August 8-10).

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Funding for digital literacy skills training to help more Canadians get online

Charity Village

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Government of Canada, launched the second phase of the Digital Literacy Exchange Program and announced a $17.6 million federal investment to help ensure that everyone has the knowledge to fully participate in the digital economy. This significant investment will support not-for-profit organizations that teach digital literacy skills […].

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Using cryptocurrency donations to gain traction with younger donors

Charity Village

For several years, charities have been struggling to find ways to capture the attention of younger generations. The need is more pressing as the “giving gap” – aging donors continuing to give at a much higher rate than younger generations – widens. If not addressed, charities will face a funding shortfall when older donors can no […]. The post Using cryptocurrency donations to gain traction with younger donors appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Creative Ways Your Business Can Give Back to the Community

Givinga

Is your business looking to become more mission-driven and focus more on charitable giving? You’re in good company, as corporate giving totaled $21.08 billion in 2021, a 23.8% increase from 2020. The first step to corporate philanthropy is developing a charitable giving strategy that resonates with your employees, community, and customers. Your business will then […].

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Call for proposals under the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy Ecosystem Fund

Charity Village

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced a new call for proposals for projects under the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy Ecosystem Fund, a key initiative of the $6 billion Women Entrepreneurship Strategy. Under this call for proposals, $40 million is available for projects that deliver business supports for women entrepreneurs and […].

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Donation Pledges: All You Should Know (+ Free Pledge Form Template)

Donorbox

Donation pledges can be an excellent way to encourage larger gifts and develop relationships with new donors. They can help nonprofits build on earlier gift amounts and entice donors to give again in the case of disaster relief or an organization’s urgent needs. This article will explain the following in terms of donation pledges […]. The post Donation Pledges: All You Should Know (+ Free Pledge Form Template) 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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Early Bird tickets are on sale now for the 2nd annual CharityVillage Conference & Awards

Charity Village

Over the past year, organizations and individuals have shown their resilience and creativity by innovating, finding success, and changing our sector for the better. We want to celebrate your hard work and dedication at our upcoming virtual Conference & Awards on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Buy your tickets today at a discounted price. Don’t miss out […].

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How to Create and Sell Branded Nonprofit Merchandise

Achieve

One of the most valuable industries is merchandising. In fact, the retail industry accounted for. almost 19% of America’s GDP. in 2018. While your nonprofit is, by definition, not a profit-driven organization, you can still leverage this massive market to achieve your fundraising goals and grow your support base. Custom merchandise sales are a popular and. accessible fundraising idea. that works for nonprofits of all sizes.

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Call for abstracts for the 2023 Humane Canada Summit for Animals

Charity Village

The Humane Canada Summit is an annual event that brings together animal welfare professionals, advocates and volunteers to learn cutting-edge information from thought leaders in the sector, while building long-lasting professional connections that will help advance attendees’ advocacy efforts to benefit animals and their welfare. Join Humane Canada in Victoria, British Columbia, on May 2–4, […].

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Organizations receiving funds to deliver the Investment Readiness Program

Charity Village

The Investment Readiness Program is a $50 million initiative that seeks to help advance social innovation and social finance in Canada. The program supports social purpose organizations to build capacity and to get ready to access social finance opportunities. The organizations include charities, nonprofits, social enterprises, co-operatives and businesses with a social mission.

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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.