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Faced With Challenge, ENA Delivers Value

.orgSource

To say that emergency nurses must be ready for anything is an understatement. This is a profession that routinely prepares for the unexpected. As CEO of the Emergency Nurses Association, Nancy MacRae knows how to be sure-footed in a volatile environment. She and her team keep their balance by adapting to change and delivering value. […]. The post Faced With Challenge, ENA Delivers Value appeared first on.orgSource.

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Do You Know Your Donor?

NonProfit PRO

You and I have a desire to be connected to others and when that other person shows you that they know you, that connection strengthens. Even when you may not know the other person that well, a personal touch will immediately strengthen that relationship.

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Before Publishing Your Annual Appeal, Ask Yourself These 5 Questions

Bloomerang

I’ve offered you checklists , FAQs and e-guides with templates for writing donor-centric annual appeals. I stick by them as a place to begin. They offer an outline of all the elements an effective appeal should include. In this blog post, I’m going to talk about how to evaluate those annual appeals before you publish them so you know you’re sending out the best possible ask. .

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3 Ways To Resolve Board Participation Challenges

NonProfit PRO

The board is the nonprofit’s caretaker and does its work on behalf of the public. Nonprofit execs have the task of understanding and executing how best to achieve the mission as defined by the board. Let's explore the factors that can affect and strategies that can address challenges to fully engaging board members.

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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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Creative Ways to Drive Event Sponsorship: 4 Protips For Revenue Growth

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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Don’t Ever Give Up on Monthly Giving Programs!

NonProfit PRO

The theme of the exhibits at the Wright Brothers National Memorial visitor center focused on several wonderful motivational messages, which helped to motivate the Wright brothers. But those are also oh so true when it comes to monthly giving.

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6 Core Nonprofit KPIs to Monitor the Health of Your Fundraising Program

Bonterra

With the end-of-year period quickly approaching, it’s a good time to audit your metrics to make sure your overall fundraising strategies are working as planned. In this article, you’ll find a list of 6 core nonprofit KPIs to help you monitor the health of your fundraising program and to compare your results to others across the nonprofit industry.

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DonorPerfect CommUNITY Conference SESSION SPOTLIGHT: Strategies for Engaging Racially + Culturally Diverse Donors

DonorPerfect

COMMUNITY CONFERENCE | OCTOBER 5-6, 2021 REGISTER FREE NOW Is your fundraising strategy inclusive? DonorPerfect is proud to partner with the Association of Fundraising Professionals to emphasize the urgent need for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access in the nonprofit sector. The DonorPerfect team is committed to facilitating and encouraging critical conversations that pave the way Read More ».

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4 Reasons Diversity and Inclusion are Important for Volunteer Programs

Volunteer Hub

According to research, only 27% of nonprofits have a diversity and inclusion plan for volunteers. Here are 4 reasons diversity and inclusion (D&I) are important for any volunteer program. Now more than at any other point in history, volunteer programs are becoming increasingly diverse. The current volunteer workforce is the most diverse in history, and the inclusion of minorities is growing.

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A Discussion of The Four Principles of Purpose-Driven Board Leadership– Live Q&A

Blue Avocado

Thursday, November 4, 2021, 11 a.m PT, 2 p.m. ET (60 minutes) In response to our society’s deep and systemic inequities, BoardSource has evaluated the current state of nonprofit boards. What needs to change to equip boards to govern social sector organizations? At this session, Jim Taylor of BoardSource will share an overview and description […].

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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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Matching Gift Upsells | A Guide for Boosting Donations

Double the Donation

If you’re looking to drive additional fundraising revenue through corporate gift-matching programs , making the most of matching gift upsells is the way to go. Picture this: A donor is in the process of making a gift to your organization. As they fill out your online donation form, they select the second suggested gift size at $20. Upon submitting their donation, however, they realize that the gift would have been eligible for a corporate match from their employer should it have been just $5 mor

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Everything You Must Know About Church Security – A Comprehensive Guide

Donorbox

Most churches will not face a shooter or terrorist attack, but other emergencies are more common, and church leaders must have a security plan and team to keep their congregation secure. Video surveillance, alarm systems, and security staff are only part of the solution. This article discusses how to create a detailed plan and protocols […]. The post Everything You Must Know About Church Security – A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Important Changes to the Microsoft Donation Program

Tech Soup

We're sharing important news regarding planned changes to the Microsoft program on TechSoup that may influence your organization's IT budgeting and planning.

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To increase the hiring of diverse asset managers, foundations must lead by example

Candid

“When you know better, do better.”. These wise words from the late Maya Angelou reflect the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation ’s progress and commitment to identify diverse-owned asset managers when investing our endowment. In 2010, our CEO, Alberto Ibargüen, was asked how much of Knight’s $2.1 billion endowment was managed by firms owned by women or minorities.

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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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How to Get the Most Out of Your Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Software

Donor Search

Peer-to-peer fundraising is a great way to bring a community of supporters together to raise funds on your behalf.

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How to?Run Your Charity Raffle with?Qgiv

Qgiv

Disclaimer: This checklist is by no means a complete list of protocols your nonprofit should consider putting in place when hosting a charity raffle. Consider it a starting point that you can build upon based on your organization’s unique needs. You should always consult your experts, such as legal counsel or event planners, to ensure you are following best practice for your organization and your event.

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How to?Run Your Charity Raffle with?Qgiv

Qgiv

Disclaimer: This checklist is by no means a complete list of protocols your nonprofit should consider putting in place when hosting a charity raffle. Consider it a starting point that you can build upon based on your organization’s unique needs. You should always consult your experts, such as legal counsel or event planners, to ensure you are following best practice for your organization and your event.

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