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The Use of AI in Fundraising: Maximizing Donations with Data-Driven Asks

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Stasia Hural , Digital Marketing Lead at Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. In today’s fundraising sector, technology is vital. AI is becoming increasingly important in fundraising. Using AI isn’t just a passing trend; it’s essential for nonprofits looking to make a bigger impact.

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How to Teach Your Major Gifts Officers to Close

NonProfit PRO

Here are some of my top tips for ensuring your major gift officers are prepared to ask for and close on a donation.

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What to know about U.S. nonprofit sector demographics 

Candid

What’s the demographic composition of the U.S. nonprofit sector—in terms of race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and disability status? Are staff, leaders, and board members equally diverse? How does leadership diversity vary by organization size, revenue, subsector, and state? How do majority BIPOC-led (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) nonprofits fare compared with majority white-led ones?

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Free Download: 2024 Nonprofit Tech Trends Report

NonProfit PRO

Prepare for where nonprofit technology is headed with Sage’s 2024 Nonprofit Tech Trends report. While the industry’s landscape is evolving at a rapid pace and every nonprofit is distinct, there are shared challenges and aspirations among you and your peers. Stay ahead of the curve by leveraging the experiences and perspectives of hundreds of nonprofit industry leaders.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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12 Free Resources for Scrappy Fundraisers

DonorPerfect

I have five hours a week and no budget. Here’s how I fundraise. If you’re the type of person who hates when recipes include the author’s entire life story and 20,000 words about how much they love an expensive brand of butter, then this blog is for you. As a volunteer fundraiser for a community Read More » The post 12 Free Resources for Scrappy Fundraisers appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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HR compliance 2024: Download all essential HR policies for your nonprofit

Charity Village

Feeling overwhelmed by labour law compliance? You’re not alone. Many nonprofits dedicate themselves to making a difference, but keeping up with regulations can fall by the wayside. Forget the lectures on why compliance is important–you’ve likely heard it enough. This article cuts to the chase, provides essential policies, and a simplified breakdown of key compliance […] The post HR compliance 2024: Download all essential HR policies for your nonprofit appeared first on CharityV

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Make A Difference with Great Entertainment

NonProfit PRO

DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS understands the drive of nonprofits. We’ve tailored an exclusive TV offer for you, ensuring you have access to the best in news, sports and entertainment. As you navigate your mission, let us elevate your experience. With DIRECTV, it’s more than entertainment—it’s about making a difference.

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Ontario Nonprofit Housing Association announces STEP Grant for community housing providers

Charity Village

The Ontario Nonprofit Housing Association announced that applications are now open for the STEP Grant for community housing providers. The grant program offers professional services to help all housing providers in Ontario prepare for End of Mortgage and/or Operating Agreement (EOM/EOA) negotiations with their service manager. The grant is designed to assist in using pre-qualified […] The post Ontario Nonprofit Housing Association announces STEP Grant for community housing providers appear

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Classy Unveils New Product Offerings for Nonprofit Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

Classy announced four new offerings for its fundraising platform to help nonprofits make smarter, more personalized asks.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Strategic decision-making: Using opportunity & risk analysis for better outcomes

Charity Village

This blog series aims to equip charities with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate uncertainty effectively, leveraging opportunity and risk analysis for decision-making, and creating adaptive structures for sustained success. Check out Part 1 of the article series. In the realm of charity work, every choice carries weight, potentially shaping countless lives.

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Protection for Non-profit Educational Institutions

NonProfit PRO

Philadelphia Insurance Companies provides specialized, innovative protection to educational institutions in the non-profit and human services space. Coverages include private, academic, religious, vocational and charter schools. PHLY offers separate limits for General Liability, Educators Professional and Cyber Liability, Abuse & Molestation. Learn more.

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3 Key Elements of a Lapsed Donor Letter

Neon CRM

When was the last time you wrote a lapsed donor letter? Lapsed donors are a valuable group of supporters. Their past donations prove they’re committed to your cause, and their familiarity with your organization means they’re often easier to engage than brand-new supporters. Data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project reveals that reactivating lapsed donors is a struggle for many nonprofits.

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Maintaining Your Site’s Accessibility Well After Launch

Forum One

This post is adapted from a presentation at Drupal GovCon in November 2023. As Forum One’s Accessibility Lead, Jeanette ensures that our public sector and nonprofit clients receive unwavering support in prioritizing accessibility for all users. After all the work to ensure your new website is accessible and in compliance with Section 508 and WCAG standards, you shift into day-to-day operations, and… things change.

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How to Scale Recurring Giving for Sustainable Growth

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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Funding for Alberta-based organizations to support projects in art production, training, career development, marketing and research

Charity Village

The Government of Alberta announced that applications are now open for the Organization Project Grant program, which assists Alberta-based organizations engaged in the production of books, magazines or sound recordings, as well as some screen-based projects. Grants may be used to support projects in art production, training, career development, marketing and research.

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How to optimize member marketing with AI

Nimble AMS

Has your organization used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to do basic marketing tasks? If not, it might be time to consider leveraging AI to improve your member marketing strategy. Read our blog to learn helpful tips to get started using AI in your association’s member marketing. What is member marketing? Membership marketing is a strategy used to acquire new members, increase member engagement, renew current members, or bring back members from the past.

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Besides program delivery, how are LMSs being used by forward-thinking nonprofits? (Part 2)

Charity Village

This article was previously published by Pure & Applied and is reprinted with permission. Welcome back to Part 2 of our blog series on how LMSs are being used by modern nonprofits. In Part 1, we discussed how LMSs can support and scale knowledge mobilization efforts, increase service efficiencies, and re-engage community across the customer journey.

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From Data Deluge to Impactful Decisions: Mastering Data in Grantmaking

sgEngage

Grantmakers are swimming in a sea of information. Applications, proposals, progress reports, impact metrics – the data collected throughout the grantmaking lifecycle is vast and ever-growing. While this data holds immense potential to improve decision-making and maximize impact, harnessing its power can be a challenge. Strong data governance and data management can help grantmakers navigate the overwhelming amount of information available.

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.

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10 volunteer recruitment ideas to take your nonprofit to the next level!

DonorDock

Need ideas to help you recruit volunteers? Check out these 10 creative volunteer recruitment ideas and take your nonprofit to the next level!

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How Much Can Nonprofits Spend on Political Advertising? Here’s What Experts Say

Whole Whale

As the 2024 elections approach, many nonprofits are wondering how much they can spend on political advertising without jeopardizing their nonprofit status. The simple answer is that nonprofits can spend an unlimited amount on political advertising, as long as the ads don’t explicitly tell people to vote for or against a candidate. Also, 501(c)(3) nonprofits can spend “ insubstantial ” amounts on lobbying – more on that later.

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Team Member Spotlight – Adam Hinkel

fusionSpan

Adam Hinkel Senior Project Manager Adam is a Project Manager on the Managed Services team at fusionSpan. Prior to joining the fusionSpan team, Adam worked for The World Bank Group as a Web and Mobile Application Developer. In his spare time, he enjoys reading Sci-Fi & Fantasy books, hosting game nights with friends & family, and spending quality time with his wife Madeleine, and their pup, Boba.

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Why 2024 May Be a “Make or Break” Year for Nonprofits

Allegiance Group

Nearly all new reports and benchmarks show a decline in both donors and dollars, and the Fundraising Effectiveness Project’s (FEP) latest Quarterly Fundraising Report is no exception. These decreases continue the post-COVID trends, leaving many fundraisers to wonder when they’ll bottom out. The new FEP report compares overall philanthropic giving trends in 2022 and 2023.

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How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters—emphasizing trust, engagement, and community over transactional giving models. 🤝 Industry expert Tim Sarrantonio will explore data-backed strategies to engage supporters as active participants in a community that values their contributions and shared ideals.

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New Stuff: Updates From Data Axle, Moore and Classy

The NonProfit Times

Data Axle Nonprofit added audience indicators within its Apogee and DonorBase omnichannel cooperatives that identify donors poised to give following an emergency event. It builds on the firm’s suite of audience indicators that show donor behaviors, affinities, and gifting potential without time-intensive custom modeling. With the newest emergency and episodic giving indicators, users can quickly identify who is most likely to give after an emergency, according to an announcement from the firm.

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Employee Spotlight – Adam Hinkel

fusionSpan

Adam Hinkel Senior Project Manager Adam is a Project Manager on the Managed Services team at fusionSpan. Prior to joining the fusionSpan team, Adam worked for The World Bank Group as a Web and Mobile Application Developer. In his spare time, he enjoys reading Sci-Fi & Fantasy books, hosting game nights with friends & family, and spending quality time with his wife Madeleine, and their pup, Boba.

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Socialbrite is shutting down

Socialbrite

We launched Socialbrite in July 2008, back in the heyday of social media, as an educational resource, guide and consultancy to help nonprofit and social good organizations learn how to use the power of the crowd to advance their goals. It’s hard to believe now, but in 2007-2008, most people had never heard of the term social media. Well, that changed fast.

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Nonprofit Event Ticketing for Gala Season | FrontStream

frontstream

A successful gala fundraiser involves meticulous planning and coordination, from choosing the right venue to arranging entertainment and finalizing your guest list. But there’s a critical element that’s easy to overlook: your event ticketing infrastructure.

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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.