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Sometimes the Solution Calls for Hot Water

NonProfit PRO

As fundraisers, sometimes what you wanted or even planned for goes astray, and you need to add your own special ingredient to the mix. Keep an open mind and plan ahead to have those special ingredients in your back pocket.

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[Free Webinar] Must-Know Fundraising Data to Build Lasting Donor Connections

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Did you know that nonprofits acquire 10x more donors on Giving Tuesday compared to an average day of the year? And that the average one-time donation is nearly 1.5X more when nonprofits offer ACH, PayPal, and digital wallet payments? Discover more data points like this and how you can incorporate them into your fundraising strategy. In this free webinar , you’ll learn: Data from three key decision-making stages that position your nonprofit for long-term success.

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Giving USA: Charitable Giving in 2021 Outpaced 2020 But Not Inflation

NonProfit PRO

The longest-running and most comprehensive charitable giving report in America, “Giving USA 2022: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2021,” was released this week. Here’s a look at the key findings, including sources of funding and a breakdown of funding among nonprofit subsectors.

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Philanthropy during COVID-19 in Brazil 

Candid

Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) released a new report, Philanthropy and COVID-19: Examining giving in 2021 , in May 2022 that details COVID-19-related philanthropic funding in 2021. To understand how the pandemic impacted the philanthropic sector and civil society organizations around the world, we reached out to local experts who shared their observations and experiences over the past two years.

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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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Salesforce Launches Catalyst Fund to Scale Inclusive Philanthropy

NonProfit PRO

Salesforce announced the launch of its Catalyst Fund, which will provide critical, unrestricted capital to nonprofits led by underrepresented leaders. The first round of grants, totaling $2 million, supports 20 nonprofits that are addressing inequities in education, economic opportunity, and racial justice.

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The sgENGAGE Podcast Episode 233: Leading with Transparency in Grantmaking

sgEngage

Open, honest, and transparent communication with grantee partners can help minimize power imbalances and help foster a sense of mutual transparency and accountability that is critical to our success as grantmakers. Hear from Shaady Salehi, executive director, Trust-Based Philanthropy Project, Lisa Maloney-Vinz, director of global community relations, Ecolab Foundation, Drexel Owusu, chief impact officer, The Dallas Foundation, and Lauren Scott, executive director, Harris and Eliza Kempner Fund a

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Four Nonprofit Web Accessibility Best Practices for 2022

sgEngage

Your nonprofit’s website is your “home” on the internet. It tells your organization’s story, conveys your values, and shares the importance of your mission. You probably carefully crafted it to be informative, inspiring, and useful for supporters of your cause. But, did you truly factor in all supporters— especially regarding the accessibility of your site?

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Beyond the Logo: Building Brand Identity

Bloomerang

The post Beyond the Logo: Building Brand Identity appeared first on Bloomerang.

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COVID-19 Mental Health and Wellbeing Grant Program

Charity Village

The Public Health Agency of Canada, the Canadian Red Cross announced the Strengthening Community Capacity to Support Mental Health and Wellbeing: COVID-19 Mental Health and Wellbeing Grant Program. This new grant program is intended to assist community organizations working on the frontlines supporting those whose mental health and wellbeing have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. […].

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4 Ways Pro Bono Service Impacts Volunteers, Companies, Nonprofits & Schools

Saleforce Nonprofit

Empowerment is the greatest form of impact. Why? Because it’s not something you can give, but rather a way to unlock the potential in others. Effective pro bono volunteer programs — also known as skills-based volunteering — are built upon this idea. While the obvious benefit is that nonprofits and schools are empowered by resources that might otherwise be out of reach, the value extends further.

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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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Poll shows Canadian women concerned that pandemic workplace accommodations won’t last

Charity Village

Fewer Canadian women are working full-time – 62 percent, compared to 70 percent before the COVID-19 pandemic – and nearly half say they are likely to quit their jobs if asked to return to the office full-time. The Prosperity Project’s 5th Canadian Household Perspectives survey found the vast majority of women (91 percent) would prefer […]. The post Poll shows Canadian women concerned that pandemic workplace accommodations won’t last appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Just Say Maybe to Microsites: Why Nonprofits Should Just Say…

Whole Whale

Microsites can seem like a good idea to give nonprofit digital teams a clean slate to create something new. There is something attractive to have a fresh start on a digital campaign project. And, when done correctly, microsites can also be a powerful marketing tool for nonprofits. Microsites are websites that exist separately from a nonprofit’s main website.

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Understanding the Fundraising Cycle

Qgiv

To be the most effective fundraiser that you can, it’s important to know about the fundraising cycle. The fundraising cycle or donor cultivation cycle is the key to gaining, engaging, and retaining donors. It can help you cultivate strong relationships with your donors and increase your donor retention. In other words, it’s how you make and keep your donors happy.

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Twenty percent of Canadians experienced increased workplace conflict or aggression

Charity Village

LifeWorks released its monthly Mental Health Index™ that showed that 20 percent of Canadians that have experienced increased conflict and/or aggression at work have a mental health score more than 10 points below the national average. Additionally, 34 percent of Canadians indicate their organization does not provide training, coaching or support to help deal with […].

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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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11 Creative Montessori Fundraising Ideas That You Must Try Out

Donorbox

Maria Montessori was an Italian doctor and educator. She opened her first school in 1907 in a poor district of Rome. Using her knowledge of children, she designed a classroom and education that allowed children to work at their own pace and teach themselves. Many schools or organizations follow her original principles and work to […]. The post 11 Creative Montessori Fundraising Ideas That You Must Try Out appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Six Mindsets That Distinguish The Best Leaders

Eric Jacobsen Blog

The key takeaway from the book, CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish The Best Leaders From The Rest , is the best CEOs think and act differently than the rest across each of six key CEO responsibilities , including: Setting the direction (vision, strategy, resource allocation) Aligning the organization (culture, organization design, talent) Mobilizing through leaders (composition, teamwork, operating rhythm) Engaging the board (relationships, capabilities, meetings) Connecting with

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DipJar Announces DipJar Online, Extending DipJar’s Leadership in in-person Fundraising to Online and Mobile Channels  

DipJar

DipJar Announces DipJar Online, Extending DipJar’s Leadership in in-person Fundraising to Online and Mobile Channels . New offering will provide nonprofit organizations with a better ability to reach and engage donors online and through mobile channels. . PITTSBURGH, June 23, 2022 – DipJar, a giving technology platform, today announced the Early Access release of DipJar Online, which will enable nonprofit organizations to create goal-driven, campaign-based fundraising initiatives that facilita

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Segmentation, Personalization & Stewardship for Nonprofits

Get Fully Funded

When a supporter gives to your cause for the first time, it’s because something about your mission resonated with them. But what will keep them coming back to continue supporting your organization in the future? . This is where donor relationship building comes into play. When you develop a personal connection with your supporters, they’ll be more likely to return to your organization and continue engaging and contributing, increasing your retention rate. .

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Nonprofit Technology Kick Start: Free World Class Board Meeting Software

Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.

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Relatable organizations hold the key to success in a tight labour market

Charity Village

According to a study conducted by Mercer, 80% of executives believe that organizational agendas are more intertwined with the value systems and personal agendas of their employees. Making it crucial for companies to be more open and easier to relate to. Listening intently to their stakeholders, using data to uncover patterns and guide action, and […].

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How to Structure Your Fundraising Event Committee

Greater Giving

A successful gala require a clear event plan, good people, and an organized event committee strategy. We get lots of questions about the best way to delegate the work leading up to a big fundraising event. Every event director knows you need extra sets of hands—but how do you organize planning committees for the monumental task of holding a charity gala?

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Three quarters of employees say racial equity policies are not genuine

Charity Village

In 2020, as employers were grappling with the pandemic and renewed calls for racial justice, many responded with new policies and pronouncements. But according to a survey of nearly 7,000 employees in 14 countries around the globe conducted by Catalyst, more than two out of three employees (68%) believe their organization’s coronavirus-related policies for the care […].

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Bloomerang Launches New Dashboard and User Interface Updates to Improve Fundraisers’ Productivity

Bloomerang

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – June 23, 2022 – Bloomerang , the complete donor management solution for thousands of small and medium-sized nonprofits, today announced the availability of a new user-centric dashboard to improve fundraisers’ day-to-day productivity and monitor fundraising campaign performance and overall organizational health. In addition to the refreshed dashboard, Bloomerang’s user interface (UI) updates seek to enhance accessibility via improved screen reader support, reduced animated mo

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Donor Engagement Guide: 8 Key Steps to Better Retain and Engage Donors

Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!

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How to Effectively Communicate With Donors When Fundraising Online

CauseVox

Everyone knows that effective communication with donors is essential to successful online fundraising. But you may be left wondering what effective communication on the internet looks like. Between website copy, social media, emails, and more, there are so many avenues for reaching out to donors. How can you make sure that your communication with donors is helping you bring in gifts?

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How to Build Your Nonprofit’s Major Gifts Fundraising Program

sgEngage

If your growing nonprofit has never had an official major gifts program or your existing major giving strategy needs a refresh, now is the perfect time to launch or expand your program. Charitable giving has grown nearly 20% in the last three years, with the average gift amount increasing by 10% in 2021. If you’re ready to ride that momentum to connect with donors who have the means and the motivation to give big to your cause, it’s time to learn how to build your nonprofit’s major gifts fundrai

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Fiscal Year-End Allotment Limits You Should Know About

Tech Soup

Some technology offers in the TechSoup catalog have limits to the number of licenses a nonprofit can acquire in a single fiscal year. Those limits reset on July 1 of each year. A little advance planning means you can work around those limits to your advantage.

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