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The Unsung Hero in Fundraising Campaigns Isn’t Raffles—It’s Sweepstakes!

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Controversial opinion: In many ways, sweepstakes are easier than raffles. . Sweepstakes aren’t just the domain of big, nationwide brands that can conduct far-reaching promotional giveaways. They can also be used by nonprofits large, small, and in between. Especially those who are unable to host raffles due to legalities. Why Sweepstakes Are a Great Option over Raffles.

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5 Ways You Can Become a Better Frontline Fundraiser

NonProfit PRO

If you’re a good frontline fundraiser, you’re always seeking to learn how to do your craft better. Every excellent fundraiser I’ve known is constantly learning, always curious and eager to improve their skills.

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The Why and the How of Updating Your Nonprofit Bylaws

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When you started your organization, you drafted a set of nonprofit bylaws which are the rules spelling out how your new venture would operate and how your Board would govern it. Now, you are not so new anymore. Maybe you just celebrated your nonprofit’s second or third birthday. Or maybe your nonprofit has been around for years. Either way, you may find that the bylaws you created before you started raising money and running programs are probably outdated.

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How to Choose an AI Solution for Nonprofit Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

One key technology that nonprofits must assess is artificial intelligence (AI). Forbes reported last year that “89% of nonprofit professionals believe that AI can make their organization more efficient.” .

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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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Setting Organizational Goals: Does your team know what to do?

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Do your employees know when they are doing a good job? If you were to ask your team what the most important thing the organization needs to accomplish this year, would you get consistent answers? When your organization’s managers write performance reviews, do they evaluate specific, mutually agreed-upon goals or do they write in generalities […].

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Survey: The Pandemic and Racial Equity Are Changing the Nonprofit Sector

NonProfit PRO

Community leaders detail increased demand, how they're adapting, and what they need now in the Nonprofit Finance Fund's "2022 State of the Nonprofit Sector Survey.".

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3 In 10 Canadian workers considering job change in second half of 2022

Charity Village

According to a recent study conducted by Robert Half, staff turnover will continue to trouble employers. This data was collected by the organization’s biannual Job Optimism Survey of more than 500 workers in Canada. The key findings from the survey include: 31 percent of respondents said they are currently looking or plan to look for a […].

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8 Creative and Fun Dance Fundraiser Ideas for your Nonprofit

Donorbox

Dance was one of the world’s first art forms. You can find examples of dance in cave paintings and pottery in every culture. Even people who don’t love to dance enjoy watching others dance or dancing in private. Fundraisers that include dance offer a chance for supporters to donate to their favorite cause and have […]. The post 8 Creative and Fun Dance Fundraiser Ideas for your Nonprofit appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Canadian workers report highest engagement levels and best job climate in the world, despite higher stress levels for women

Charity Village

According to Gallup‘s latest study, the State of the Global Workplace Report finds that, despite more than two years of the pandemic, Canadian workers seemed to rebound in 2021. Employees reported higher life evaluations than the previous year and declines across several negative emotions. In 2021, 33% of Canadian employees were engaged at work and 60% […].

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Gyrus and Warp VR Announce Global Partnership

Gyrus

VR learning will effectively increase the retention rate and the learner’s engagement with its highly immersive learning experience. VR introduction is a step forward by both Gyrus and Warp VR to help organizations of different industries worldwide to create a culture that is committed to learning and talent development.

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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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Survey of US nonprofits: The pandemic and an increased focus on racial equity are changing the sector

Charity Village

A survey of nearly 2000 nonprofits in the United States offers new insights into the well-being of the sector. The 2022 State of the Nonprofit Sector Survey, conducted by the Nonprofit Finance Fund (NFF) in partnership with Ambit 360 Consulting and EVITARUS highlights how the sector has been detrimentally impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and racial injustice.

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Six Ways to Support Refugees on World Refugee Day

Saleforce Nonprofit

This blog was updated on June 20th, 2022. In 2001, the United Nations designated June 20th as World Refugee Day in an effort to align global efforts that would mitigate the refugee crisis. This marks the 50th anniversary of the 1951 Convention related to the Status of Refugees. To better understand how we can honor this day, let’s outline how we define refugee status and how many refugees are currently displaced around the world.

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Make a submission to the Federal Housing Advocate

Charity Village

Access to adequate housing is a human right in Canada. However, many people in Canada live in housing that does not meet basic standards, and many do not have a place to live at all. The Federal Housing Advocate receives submissions from the public on systemic housing issues and unmet housing needs across Canada. If […]. The post Make a submission to the Federal Housing Advocate appeared first on CharityVillage.

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CharityVillage’s 2022 Canadian Nonprofit Salary Survey

Charity Village

We are excited to announce our 2022 Canadian Nonprofit Sector Salary & Benefits Survey. The purpose of the study is to gather accurate compensation information specific to the nonprofit sector. Your participation is vital to creating a robust report that will give us a better understanding of how the pandemic has impacted salaries and benefit […].

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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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London area employers in the care economy facing significant labour challenges

Charity Village

The Care Economy is a sub-sector of the Canadian nonprofit sector, that is facing an especially challenging road to recovery with human resources challenges pre-dating and amplified by the pandemic. Now we have additional proof that these challenges are being felt urgently and locally. Pillar Nonprofit Network and the Elgin Middlesex Oxford Workforce Planning and […].