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Where the Money Is? — and Why That Matters for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Back in the 1950s, when a reporter asked the notorious Willie Sutton why he robbed banks, he supposedly responded, “That’s where the money is.” Proponents of the business of philanthropy should heed this simple wisdom and cultivate relationships with the wealthiest prospects — those with the most capacity to give.

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Giving in America: A look at philanthropy’s history and a unique Candid connection

Candid

About a month ago, Candid was tagged in a social media post from someone who had visited the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Specifically, they saw the exhibition Giving in America , which includes one of the first copies of Foundation Directory. We loved seeing this unique piece of our past and wanted to learn more about the object and exhibition. .

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7 Tips for Building a Strong Board of Governance

NonProfit PRO

Spring is here, and with it comes spring cleaning. Now could mark the perfect time for a little spring cleaning for nonprofit organizations — specifically sprucing up an organization’s board of governance. To evaluate whether adjustments need to be made, nonprofits should first consider these seven best practices and tips for building a strong board of governance.

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Sponsors Are Customers

The Sponsorship Collective

When you think of your sponsors, what do you call them? If the answer is, “well, Chris, I call my sponsors…sponsors, duh,” then this article is for you. I know what you think I’m going to say. You should refer to your sponsors as partners instead, right? You can, but today I want to showcase […]. The post Sponsors Are Customers appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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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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Break Free From Unsustainable Fundraising Tactics

NonProfit PRO

Personalization is the key to moving your donors into a deeper (and more valued) relationship with your organization. But siloed, outdated, inaccurate, and incomplete donor data can be a roadblock. The good news? Advances in fundraising technology make it possible for organizations like yours to embrace the latest data-driven best practices and avoid these pitfalls entirely.

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In-Person Fundraising Events Are Back in Full Swing — How to Make the Most of It

sgEngage

With the weather warming up, fundraising events season is getting into full swing. And this year, at long last, our events are back to in person — mostly. Although many events will continue to have a hybrid component for some time to come, there’s no better opportunity to engage with your constituents than when you can provide them that hands-on experience with your mission. .

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One Minute Mentoring

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. And, I've have the honor and good fortune to be a mentor, both formally and informally, for various individuals the past few decades. Mentoring is powerful. Both being a mentor. And, being mentored. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One.

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Finding & Living in Your Zone of Genius

Bloomerang

The post Finding & Living in Your Zone of Genius appeared first on Bloomerang.

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The power of small

Big Duck

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Why your nonprofit must invest in outcome measurement and a culture of innovation

ASU Lodestar Center

Illustration by Yuxin Qin. posted by Kurtis Espino Spring 2021 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Nonprofit human service organizations consist of a wide range of organizations focusing on delivering solutions to communities through health care, housing assistance, family-oriented services, youth development, and more. Services that were once provided primarily by the government have slowly shifted to the nonprofit sector to reduce government spending.

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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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How Does LMS Perfectly Match The Upskilling Demand Of Busy Professionals?

Gyrus

The ever-competitive and busy professionals want to ensure the learning goals that help them grow further in the industry. An LMS helps them fulfill their upskilling demands with ease. Know more.

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Mental Health and How Nonprofits Can Fight the Stigma

Greater Giving

May is Mental Health Month—and as social and economic pressures worsen, it’s critical for nonprofits to support their staff and volunteers. Mental health is a rapidly-growing concern as two years of a pandemic, a rising cost of living, and political and social unrest worsen the risk of burnout and illness. Wellness is both a personal matter and an industry-wide one, as employees struggle with understaffed offices and even greater workloads.

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How to Engage the Next Generation of Donors

NonProfit PRO

In this edition, we talk about Millennials and Gen Z's, and how critical they are to the future of EVERY single nonprofit. While each group comes with its own nuances and preferences, what they have in common is very clear. This combined demographic is highly philanthropic and very relational, and they live and breathe inside the digital world. Want to learn how to connect?