Fri.May 14, 2021

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What’s New in WordPress: Top Plug-ins for 2021

Byte Technology

The latest version of WordPress is out and like previous WordPress releases, the newest version includes a variety of Block Editors. These new options improve the editing experience for you. Ideally, you will have already updated your website and have the Gutenberg plugin installed. The Block Editor is essential; however, not all of its elements are.

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The 2021 Golf 4 Kids Experience

NonProfit PRO

The Salvation Army Indiana Division had to make several decisions, especially those affecting special events for much-needed revenue. In 2019, we made the decision to move our long-standing golf event to the Brickyard Crossing Golf Course. .

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Five fundraising activities that board members love to lead

Charity Village

Every board of directors is made up of different members with varying skills and levels of experience in fundraising. More often than not, we hear from clients that their board members are rather hands off with their organization’s fundraising activities. So how do we get board members excited and involved in fundraising? In today’s climate, […].

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#NPPTrendingNow Ep 181: The Cost of a Sustainer

NonProfit PRO

Welcome back to #NPPTrendingNow, where NonProfit PRO Editor-in-Chief Nhu Te breaks down the top three coveted stories of the week.

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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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5 Takeaways from Our Webinar on Subscription Giving

Network for Good

Did you miss yesterday’s webinar on the Subscription Giving method of fundraising? Do you want a refresher to share with the rest of your team? Here are the Top 5 Takeaways from our conversation with Network for Good Product Manager, Peter Hart, and VP of Fundraising, Kimberly O’Donnell! 1. Let’s address the elephant in the room… donor retention.

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Are Sponsorships Tax Deductible?

The Sponsorship Collective

Most people hate it, but some look forward to that sweet, sweet refund. I’m talking, of course, about tax time. As your business grows, you may strive to add more deductibles to offset your tax payments. You had a few sponsors this past year, and you wonder if their inclusion in your business makes sponsorship […]. The post Are Sponsorships Tax Deductible?

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Study finds 5.2 percent fundraising growth but low retention in 2020

Candid

Reprinted from PND. Total charitable giving increased 5.2 percent on a year-over-year basis in 2020, even as the typical nonprofit saw a drop in fundraising revenue, a report from the GivingTuesday Data Commons finds. Based on aggregated data from seventy-four giving platforms and issue- and action-specific apps and tools, the report, Giving in Unprecedented Times: A Lookback at 2020 U.S.

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Send Targeted Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Emails for Better Results

Qgiv

Mark Becker founded Cathexis Partners in 2008 to help nonprofit organizations get the most from their existing technology tools, implement new technology to address gaps, and find the best overall approach to using technology to support their missions. He previously served as director of IT consulting at a fundraising event production company focused on nonprofits.

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5 Takeaways from Our Webinar on Subscription Giving

Network for Good

Did you miss yesterday’s webinar on the Subscription Giving method of fundraising? Do you want a refresher to share with the rest of your team? Here are the Top 5 Takeaways from our conversation with Network for Good Product Manager, Peter Hart, and VP of Fundraising, Kimberly O’Donnell! 1. Let’s address the elephant in the room… donor retention.

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Design for active learning: Tips for nonprofit facilitators

Charity Village

To start designing for active learning, consider your session as an opportunity for you to share what you know with participants but also a chance for them to share what they know with each other. In active learning environments we aim to bring everyone’s experience and knowledge into the room, not just the facilitator’s. Even […]. The post Design for active learning: Tips for nonprofit facilitators appeared first on CharityVillage.

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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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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Media Cause

AAPI Month is Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month. The first AAPI month was celebrated in May of 1990 when George H.W. Bush designated the month a national heritage month. This month is an opportunity to remember and honor the history of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities and celebrate their cultures and heritages. . However, with every holiday month, a month isn’t enough.

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How Storytelling Increases Trust in Your Nonprofit

Donorbox

One of the biggest issues for charities in 2021 is increasing visibility online. While street donations remain the most popular way of contributing, online donations are slowly gaining ground as the dominant channel. As many charities struggle to adjust to changing realities, visibility on the web remains a challenge. However, there’s an even bigger challenge […].

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Top TechSoup Hardware Offers for 2021

Tech Soup

You may well have heard and even experienced how hard it's been to get the IT equipment you need over the past several months. The shortages of computers, phones, printers, monitors, and nearly all IT equipment have been due to shortages of microprocessors starting in mid-2020. The good news is that things have eased up now and TechSoup has plenty of discounted new and also low-cost factory-refurbished equipment for you.

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Lessons For Leaders From TouchPoints

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Some of my favorite parts of Douglas Conant 's and Mette Norgaard 's book, TouchPoints , are these lessons for leaders: You need to have dual vision. You need to be able to address the most pressing need and do it in a way that makes your employees more capable and ready to take on the next issue. No leader can succeed by being only tough-minded or only tender-hearted.

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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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[VIDEO] You’ve Been Let Go From Your Nonprofit Job – Now What?

Bloomerang

Ephraim Gopin moderates a panel of nonprofit pros – Mimosa Kabir, Sarah Willey, and Lisa Chmiola – to look at the issue of being laid off and ask: what next? What should I be doing to find the next big thing for me? How do I deal with going through the interview process all over again? How can I make sure I find the right fit for me, with a salary that meets my needs?

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Ask Maureen: Collecting Information from Nonprofit Supporters

sgEngage

Nonprofit digital strategist and technology coach Maureen Wallbeoff gives advice to social good professionals in this new sgENGAGE series. Have a question you’d like Maureen’s help with? Leave a comment and you could be featured in an upcoming post! Dear Maureen, What information should we collect from our nonprofit’s supporters? We don’t want to ask for too much, but right now we’re gathering just first name, last name, and email address.

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