Thu.Feb 03, 2022

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10 Steps to Consider Before Changing Your Fundraising Strategy

NonProfit PRO

We know how it feels to be caught by the desire to be safe by relying on past success versus attempting new strategies. We know that certain stumbling blocks can arise as you debate future directions for the staff and office. These 10 steps can help to keep a staff from missing a vital part of successful fundraising.

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Tools and Software Every Professional Association Needs

Nimble AMS

Professional associations have a lot on their plate. From managing members to organizing events, there’s no shortage of work to do. The right software and tools can help you clear that plate and find a wide range of benefits for your association. These tools can help you minimize busywork, grow your membership with intelligent tech, straighten up your finances and much more.

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Watch Data Axle and Habitat for Humanity at ANA

NonProfit PRO

At ANA this week, Niely Shams, President of Data Axle Nonprofit Solutions, will chat with Jonathan Reckford, the CEO of Habitat for Humanity International, about the upheaval of the past two years. Together, they will discuss how their marketing pivoted since the start of the pandemic; if COVID-19 donors differ from previous donors, diversity, equity, and inclusion; and the ‘lessons learned.

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Opinion Page Yellow Pages

M+R

This is one of the many tools you can find in the M+R Toolshed. Head on over there to see what other resources we have for nonprofit communications and marketing professionals! One of the most common questions we see on nonprofit listservs is: “Who’s the current op-ed editor at such-and-such-outlet?” Hopefully you’ll find your answer in our hot-off-the-press Opinion Page Yellow Pages.

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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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Monthly Gifts: It All Starts With One Tiny Snowflake

NonProfit PRO

Here’s the thing: One snowflake on its own is tiny. It takes more of these tiny flakes to make a major storm. That’s similar to what happens with monthly gifts.

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Updated: Opinion Page Yellow Pages

M+R

This is one of the many tools you can find in the M+R Toolshed. Head on over there to see what other resources we have for nonprofit communications and marketing professionals! One of the most common questions we see on nonprofit listservs is: “Who’s the current op-ed editor at such-and-such-outlet?” Hopefully you’ll find your answer in our freshly updated , hot-off-the-press Opinion Page Yellow Pages.

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[Webinar] How to Drive Donor Engagement with Social Media

CauseVox

Donor engagement is often a stressful activity for many nonprofits, small or large. Social media can help bridge the gap with focused strategies and clear intentions. Do you struggle to get heard in a noisy, cluttered online world? Do you want to create deeper connections with community members? Leveraging the power and potential of social media is crucial to get attention for your organization and to advocate for your mission.

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5 proven ways to increase membership engagement

Charity Village

This blog comes with a helpful tool to help you get started: Member-Centric Checklist and Worksheet. Why Engage Members? At the top of every earnest association’s mind is trying to increase member engagement. But why? Why should member engagement be a goal? Member engagement is not a vanity metric. Member engagement is key to the […]. The post 5 proven ways to increase membership engagement appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Forum One Nominated for PRWeek “Outstanding Non-PR Agency”

Forum One

We are thrilled to share the news that Forum One has been nominated for the award of Outstanding Non-PR Agency of the year in this year’s prestigious PRWeek Awards. Now in its 23rd year, the PRWeek Awa rds is regarded as the communications industry’s highest accolade. Winning campaigns not only bring praise to the companies they serve but also sheds light on the issues that matter.

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Empowering Innovation and Creative Thinking in Remote and Hybrid Teams Through Bite-Sized Professional Development

Bloomerang

The post Empowering Innovation and Creative Thinking in Remote and Hybrid Teams Through Bite-Sized Professional Development appeared first on Bloomerang.

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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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Fundraising Software: 17 Top Providers for Nonprofits

OneCause

The post Fundraising Software: 17 Top Providers for Nonprofits appeared first on OneCause.

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Only 31% of employees experience inclusive team norms at work: Survey

Charity Village

As the workplace continues to change during the pandemic, data show it’s crucial for team leaders and members to act inclusively to advance gender equity and increase employee engagement and innovation, according to a new global study from Catalyst. The study, Three Inclusive Team Norms That Drive Success, surveyed 4,300 employees in countries around the globe and […].

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Qgiv Partner Showcase: The Alford Group

Qgiv

Meet one of Qgiv’s newest partners, The Alford Group. Their mission is to strengthen the philanthropic community by helping nonprofit organizations thrive in today’s dynamic, competitive environment. Like Qgiv, they strive to empower nonprofit organizations to change the world. Since their founding in 1979, The Alford Group has focused on serving more than 3,0000 mission-based organizations.

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The Government of Canada announces call for concepts for the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund

Charity Village

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, announced a Call for Concepts for the $200-million Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund. Building from the May 2021 consultations, this call seeks innovate ideas from Black communities to ensure the Fund meets their expectations and addresses the unique challenges they face.

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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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Your Philanthropy Success Depends on Finding a Partner, Not a Product

Donor Search

The non-profit economy is used to the “do more with less” approach. Fundraising and development departments are no exception. The need to keep costs low and stretch resources so monies can be spent furthering the organization’s mission requires strong data resources to be successful. But what happens when the data required to net more donations… The post Your Philanthropy Success Depends on Finding a Partner, Not a Product appeared first on DonorSearch.

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Applications open for Rotary Peace Fellowship program

Charity Village

Each year, Rotary awards up to 130 fully funded fellowships for dedicated leaders from around the world to study at one of our peace centers. Through academic training, practice, and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace Centers program develops the capacity of peace and development professionals to become effective catalysts for peace. The fellowships cover tuition […].

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A Complete Guide to Learning Management System (LMS) - Overview (2022) - Gyrus

Gyrus

In current times, where the business environment is experiencing disruptions at a pace never seen before, companies are facing an urgent need to ensure that their employees can upgrade their skill-levels in time to be able to retain their market competitiveness. With the growing size of organizations, and with their branching-out into different locations, there is an urgent need being felt for a virtual platform over which training of employees could be conducted in a centralized manner.

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Forum One Nominated for PRWeek “Outstanding Non-PR Agency”

Forum One

We are thrilled to share the news that Forum One has been nominated for the award of Outstanding Non-PR Agency of the year in this year’s prestigious PRWeek Awards. Now in its 23rd year, the PRWeek Awards is regarded as the communications industry’s highest accolade. Winning campaigns not only bring praise to the companies they serve but also sheds light on the issues that matter.

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Nonprofit Technology Kick Start: Free World Class Board Meeting Software

Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.

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Why Do You Need To Hire Compliance Training Software For Your Company’s Success?

Gyrus

Compliance training software is a must for every company that desires success in the long run. This learning management system can transform the way training is delivered. Get the latest insights!

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Call for proposals launched to help Canadians enter the labour market, make a career change or learn new skills

Charity Village

The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, launched a call for proposals to provide funding to organizations to develop projects that will increase training opportunities for Canadians now and in the future. The projects funded through Skills for Success will also build the capacity of organizations and employers, and support the […].

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Building Donor Rapport

Bloomerang

The post Building Donor Rapport appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Applications open for Feldman Daxon Partner’s donation of a 6-month executive coaching program

Charity Village

As Canada’s longest standing national provider of executive search, talent management and career transition services, Feldman Daxon Partners is proud to announce a complimentary executive coaching offering to the charitable sector for 2022. As trusted advisor and a source of reputable talent management services to many of Canada’s leading corporations, they believe the true value […].

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Donor Engagement Guide: 8 Key Steps to Better Retain and Engage Donors

Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!

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From Year-End Fundraising to Year-Round Engagement

Big Duck

The post From Year-End Fundraising to Year-Round Engagement appeared first on Big Duck.

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Call for proposals: Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ organizations to further address gender-based violence

Charity Village

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, is launching a call for proposals to increase the capacity of Indigenous and 2SLGBTQQIA+ organizations in Canada to provide gender-based violence (GBV) prevention services and supports to address the disproportionate rates of GBV in these communities. The funding stems from the Budget 2021 […].

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Blackbaud’s Social Good Startup Program: Accepted!

DipJar

A Note from the CEO. I’m very excited that DipJar has been selected to participate in Blackbaud’s Social Good Startup program. Our team will be working closely with Blackbaud to drive integration between our platforms to help our respective customers gain more insight into their donor data. Practically every customer I’ve spoken with during the 3+ years I’ve been at DipJar has told me that their biggest challenge – and opportunity – is gaining a better understanding of their donors.

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New report examines success stories from nonprofit boards on a journey of diversity and inclusion

Charity Village

Early in 2021, the David and Sharon Johnston Centre for Corporate Governance Innovation published a paper called, “Not-for-Profit Board Diversity & Inclusion: Is it essentially window-dressing?” For that study, they interviewed 26 experienced thought-leaders in not-for-profit board governance, asking about their experience with building diverse boards in the sector.

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Nonprofit Technology Adoption: Why It Matters and How to Be Successful

Organizations like yours are increasingly realizing that technology adoption is only as good as the technology you choose. Statistics from a 2014 NTEN study show that seriously investing resources in training for your staff corresponds to higher adoption and ultimately technology effectiveness. In this report, we’ll give you a high-level overview of how to get your organization in shape for technology adoption and best practices for facilitating this critical process.

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Salesforce Spring ’22 Release – what’s new

fusionSpan

Salesforce is constantly releasing new features and updates to their platform. The Spring ’22 Release is no different, with a ton of new features to help users be more productive and effective. In this blog post, we’ll highlight some of the most important changes and how they can benefit you. So whether you’re already using Salesforce or are just starting out, make sure to check out what’s new in the Spring ’22 Release!

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Law Foundation of Ontario launches call for applications for responsive grants

Charity Village

The Law Foundation of Ontario‘s responsive grants are one-time, project grants up to $100K that support innovative, community-based ideas to improve access to justice. Responsive grants fund initiatives generated by nonprofit community groups to improve access to justice and aim to encourage new ideas, approaches, and relationships that can help address emerging needs and connect more people […].

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Submit your ideas to end homelessness in York Region to the Blue Print Competition

Charity Village

Blue Door is excited to announce the return of the Blue Print Competition! This competition was a great success in 2019, and they wanted to bring it back to help mark our 40th anniversary in 2022! The Blue Print competition will offer Blue Door staff who have firsthand experience supporting people facing homelessness as well […]. The post Submit your ideas to end homelessness in York Region to the Blue Print Competition appeared first on CharityVillage.