Fri.Jul 02, 2021

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It Is All About a Donor Saying ‘Yes!’

NonProfit PRO

After all these years, I know I need to continue to improve my performance when in a face-to-face solicitation situation. I always want a prospect to say "yes." For all of us — including me — what can we do to enhance the probability that the answer we want will come out of a prospect's mouth?

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Practical Guide to How Nonprofits Can Create Equity in Organizations and Community

Blue Avocado

In May 2020, when Black Lives Matter protests ignited by the murder of George Floyd erupted across the country, many organizations started becoming more aware of the need to challenge racism and to encourage racial equity in their own spaces. At Race Forward, this increased awareness became evident when inquiries about our racial equity training […].

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How The Nature Conservancy’s Work in the Cumberland Forest Supports Jobs & Climate Mitigation

Saleforce Nonprofit

By: Andrew Tingley, Director of Communications at The Nature Conservancy. When you think about nature, what comes to mind? For many of us it’s the simple escape of getting outside for fresh air, hearing a breeze in the leaves, or the surprise of spotting a new bird. Or maybe it’s watching the waves break, or following a trail through the woods to a hidden overlook with a spectacular view.

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9 Potent and Creative PTA (Parent Teacher Association) Fundraising Ideas

Donorbox

PTAs, or Parent Teacher Associations, are school-based organizations dedicated to making schools a better place for children to learn and spend time in. School PTAs are usually associated with the national PTA, whilst PTOs (Parent Teacher Organizations) generally serve the same purpose but are independent. PTAs are essential for an engaged school environment and a […].

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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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Gates, Ford, Open Society announce commitments for gender equality

Candid

The Bill & Melinda Gates , Ford , and Open Society foundations have announced commitments of $2.1 billion, $420 million, and $100 million, respectively, over five years in support of efforts to advance gender equality globally. Announced at the Generation Equality Forum convened by UN Women and co-hosted by the governments of Mexico and France, the Gates Foundation's commitment will focus on three areas: women's economic empowerment, health and family planning, and leadership.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Google Ad Grants | 2021 Updated

Donorbox

Long gone are the days when direct mail and door-to-door were sufficient to get the word out about an organization. The reality of nonprofit advertising today is far more complex. And while advertising might sound like a ‘dirty word’, nonprofits can’t bring in the funds needed to fuel their important work without it. However, money […].

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How to Start a Nonprofit in Alabama | 15-Step Guide

Donorbox

If you’re reading this, it probably means you’re ready to take the first steps towards creating a nonprofit that will benefit your community, fulfill your service dreams, and contribute to your field! Congratulations! Naming, certifying, registering, and renewing a nonprofit in Alabama is a wonderful experience, but teasing through legal requirements can be tedious, confusing, […].

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[VIDEO] The 3 V’s of Virtual Communication

Bloomerang

Kristal Frazier will provide strategies that will empower you to become confident in your next virtual ask. Full Transcript: Kristal: Okay. Steven: All right, Kristal, I got noon, Eastern. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started? Kristal: Let’s do it. Steven: All right, awesome. Well, good afternoon, everybody. Just barely afternoon if you’re on the East Coast, and good morning if you are out West of the East Coast, I should say.

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Exploring the Future of Hospital Foundation Technology with Salesforce

Cloud 4 Good

Cloud for Good recently hosted and moderated an in-depth webinar exploring the future of hospital foundation technology. Industry experts from Cloud for Good, Vidant Health Foundation, WealthEngine, and Salesforce explored the current state of hospital foundation development, overarching security concerns, and the quickening modernization of technology needs in the space.