NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Human-focused fundraising requires inclusivity and equity among everyone involved in the process. We must acknowledge that any way people like to engage with philanthropy is the right way. Here is how you can improve your organization's fundraising equity.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 9, 2022
Diversifying your funding is critical to your nonprofit’s stability and ability to achieve your mission. With the ups and downs of the past few years, many nonprofit organizations that were heavily dependent on just one or two funding sources found themselves in a tight spot. The lesson here is age-old: Don’t put all of your funding eggs in one basket.
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The Fundraising Authority
DECEMBER 10, 2022
Storytelling has become a hot topic in non-profit fundraising. It went from something that you almost never heard about just a few years ago, to the topic of numerous books , websites and conferences today. There’s a reason for this change: storytelling is extremely important to good fundraising. As fundraisers, we need to be carrying on a constant conversation with our donors.
.orgSource
DECEMBER 19, 2022
“True happiness comes from the joy of deeds well done, the zest of creating new things.” Antione de Saint Exupery. If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift for a colleague, consider joy. Most of us don’t begin the workday expecting anything joyful. In fact, according to Gallup about 85 percent of people in the global workplace are either not engaged or disengaged.
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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.
Association Analytics
DECEMBER 1, 2022
While change in your association is inevitable, it’s important not to change for change’s sake. To make a real impact, harnessing your association data as a guide to meaningful change will benefit your members — and your organization. In this blog, we’ll examine how successful associations manage change and transformation of technology, with wisdom from Reggie Henry, Chief Information & Performance Excellence Officer for ASAE.
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NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 13, 2022
During this time of economic uncertainty, many organizations are renewing their focus on higher-value donors to generate revenue and build relationships that will keep them engaged with their mission. Here are seven strategies to elevate your current mid-level donor experience.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 27, 2022
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Time: 1 pm ET / 10 am PT (1 hour). Cost: Free. Presented by: Tim Sarrantonio , Director of Corporate Brand at Neon One. Have you ever sat down with someone in the middle of a movie? You don’t know who the characters are or what’s happening, but your friend gets annoyed when you ask questions. It’s a frustrating experience!
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 27, 2022
Not every organization that uses business analytics must be a for-profit company. Professional societies, trade associations, and nonprofit groups can all use analytics tools to improve their staff operations, reach more members and non-members, and make meaningful progress toward their mission and goals. . Business analytics is essential for any modern organization.
.orgSource
DECEMBER 6, 2022
When you are the leader, you drive the team dynamics. Others take their cues from your behavior. This is an unavoidable consequence of being the boss. We feel at ease with people who are like us. So, it’s easy to promote this self-centered perspective without realizing it. But CEOs who head exceptional teams reject an […]. The post Commit to Your Team’s Success—They’ll Return the Favor appeared first on.orgSource.
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Association executives—and hopefully their boards—know that they are facing perilous times. Driven by the pace of cultural and technological change, they are experiencing major disruptions in the traditional business models that used to guide organizational growth strategies.orgSource offers a straightforward approach to navigating these changes and readying your organization for growth.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Growing your membership organization is all about one thing: fostering strong connections with your membership base. Believe it or not, this all starts with member data management! Collecting accurate member data helps you to grow, engage and retain.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 5, 2022
We’re excited to share that Bloomerang and Kindful nonprofit customers raised more than $42.4 million on Giving Tuesday 2022. This kicks off another record Giving Tuesday as nonprofits move full swing into the end-of-year giving season. On Giving Tuesday 2022, donors were even more generous than they were in previous years. Better yet, the number of donors increased too.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Vicky Kelberer, research and strategy group manager at Vanguard Charitable, kicked off NonProfit PRO's NonProfit POWER event yesterday with a keynote address. Here are the six key steps she suggested nonprofits should take to create a donor-advised fund (DAF) strategy.
Candid
DECEMBER 8, 2022
As the senior director of Insights at Candid, I often joke that half of my job is asking people to define their terms. The social sector is full of jargon, buzzwords, and abbreviations. It’s equally full of seemingly straightforward words that can mean many different things; for example, the term “year” can mean five different things when talking about nonprofit data i Defining “BIPOC-led” is a perfect example of these issues (BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color ii ).
As part of building a new supporter journey (from making a one-time donation to becoming a sustaining supporter), The Denan Project set out to shorten the time between the first donation and the recurring donations.
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 11, 2022
Is your association looking to crack the Gen Z code? While we can ’t promise we have all the answer s, this blog offers vital facts about the important young professionals that your organization is so eager to recruit. If Gen Z isn’t yet on your radar, it really should be. Statista estimates there are 68.6 million Generation Z Americans. While not quite as large a demographic as Millennials , Gen Z is historically the most racially and ethnically diverse generation to date.
.orgSource
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Even small associations tend to stack layers of management like the cake at a royal wedding. As many as five tiers of responsibility (junior positions, middle managers, executive staff, committees, and the board of directors) are not unusual. Depending on the circumstances, these levels either promote efficiency with short, clearly defined reporting lines or create a long, perilous climb before ideas reach decision-makers.
M+R
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Read time: 5 minutes. Developments out of Twitter have been coming in fast and furious since our last blog post providing initial guidance on Musk-era Twitter. The platform is hanging on for the time being — but of course, we can’t tell yet how things will ultimately pan out. Here are some top recommendations for organizations wondering what to do right now , and considerations for how to think long-term.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Did you know as many as 81% percent of new donors don’t return to give again? And only 43% of all donors remain loyal? . Donor attrition has gotten worse over time. It’s also the number one reason you’re raising less money than you could. You’re Leaving Money on the Table. I don’t mean to be harsh, but this is the truth. . Donors tell us this all the time, both with words and actions.
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As the pandemic advanced, we were keenly aware of the apprehension and pain throughout our community. Clients and colleagues contacted us with questions about managing revenue shortfall, introducing new technology, and preparing for changing membership patterns. When we seek input on critical issues, members of.orgCommunity, our networking and education organization, are an invaluable resource.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 7, 2022
While there are always risks involved in new fundraising innovations, many times these risks are well worth taking — and, in some cases, you can’t afford not to take them. As 2023 beckons, it’s time to explore the major innovations I expect to see in digital fundraising in the year ahead.
Tech Soup Blog
DECEMBER 22, 2022
Donations from individual supporters are an extremely important part of a diversified fundraising strategy for many nonprofit organizations. Increasing donations is an important goal for most organizations. However, maintaining the right cadence of communication can be difficult. Drip campaigns are an effective tool to ensure that your organization stays top-of-mind for potential donors and past donors throughout the year.
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Are you trying to address the elevated volum e of work at your association? You’re not alone! Community Brands research found that 1 in 4 association professionals plan to solicit more volunteer participation from members to address increased workload at their organizations. Your association can mobilize your volunteer group in to a high-energy team, helping your o rganization accomplish various tasks and freeing up staff to attend to more specialized roles.
.orgSource
DECEMBER 26, 2022
Our Year in Review. The.orgSource and.orgCommunity teams send our best wishes to our clients and friends for a happy and productive 2023. But, before we welcome a new year, let’s toast 2022! We got our tribe back from the flatland and into three dimensions. Visiting with clients and colleagues in person was a highlight of the year. The motivation to build stronger relationships, both remote and in-person, resonated across the association community.
Charity Village
DECEMBER 5, 2022
On January 12, join us for a free webinar to learn how your organization can prepare for the recession. Serving your mission during a recession can be tricky without proper preparation. Looking back helps us all plan ahead. Let’s turn back time and gain learnings from the Great Recession of 2007 as a reference for […]. The post Recession-Proofing Your Nonprofit: How to Continue Serving Your Mission During Challenging Times appeared first on CharityVillage.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 12, 2022
If you’re ready to buy donor management software, fill out this form and a member of our team will reach out to show you how you can use Bloomerang to raise more funds and make a bigger impact. It’s a busy time of year, which means your time and resources are likely stretched thin. You’re probably looking at your to-do list and wondering what you can put off until next week, next month, or even next year. .
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 14, 2022
I know it feels hard at the moment, but if I could go back and do one thing differently during this time of year, it would be to spend more time planning what I needed to do in the first two weeks of January.
Tech Soup Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2022
In our increasingly interconnected world, about 82 percent Americans use some form of social network. Social media has become an important channel nonprofits can use to boost their outreach and fundraising capabilities.
Nimble AMS
DECEMBER 14, 2022
‘ Tis the season of holiday parties , bak ing delicious treats, and preparing to i mplement association management software (AMS) in the new year! Is your association updating its software budget and attempting to get staff buy-in for your innovative AMS? We’re here to guide you through your AMS implementation with three key ingredients to ensure y our association has a recipe for software success.
Wild Apricot
DECEMBER 2, 2022
Every membership organization can benefit from having a member directory —but it sure comes with a lot of information to juggle! That’s why online directory software is just what you need to keep up with member data without sending your.
Charity Village
DECEMBER 1, 2022
This article was originally published on the Pinpoint Governance Group’s blog, and is reprinted with permission. I have been extra busy this year helping nonprofit boards and organizations across the country! The common concern I hear more and more from Executive Directors, CEOs and Board chairs is that board engagement has been very challenging. Perhaps it […].
DonorPerfect
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Donor lapse is something that all fundraisers want to avoid. This is where LYBUNT and SYBUNT reports come in handy. These reports will give you the information you need to analyze your donors, find out who hasn’t given this year, and use that information to re-engage these important contributors. What are LYBUNTs and SYBUNTs? LYBUNT Read More ». The post How to Use LYBUNT and SYBUNT Reports to Raise Donor Retention appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 1, 2022
If you are looking to increase your direct mail response rates in time for your year-end appeal, time is running out. Here are some tips based on behavioral science to help you right now.
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