January, 2023

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How Donate Now, Pay Later is Transforming Millennial & Gen Z Giving for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Neil St. Clair , Co-Founder & COO at B Generous – the first-ever platform allowing nonprofit donors to “Donate Now, Pay Later”. Millennials are coming into their own income-wise. They have a charitable and philanthropic mindset, and yet, many nonprofits say millennials aren’t showing up treasure-wise in the same way as previous generations. According to Nonprofit Pro , “Millennials represent 33 million annual donors, have a $481 annual gift, and contribute to three charities annually.

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The 3 Keys to Future-Proofing Your Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

The future’s looking bright for fundraising, but the rapidly upcoming generational shift has a lot of nonprofits looking to the future. Focusing on the traditional donor profile isn’t going to work going forward — which is why future-proofing your fundraising should be No. 1 on your priority list.

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Attract donors and recruit volunteers: free advertising for nonprofits

EveryAction

from our friends at Community Boost Consulting The work you do is important and it’s imperative that people know about it. Whether you’re a large nonprofit looking for different ways to amplify your mission or a small team trying to stretch your marketing dollars, it makes sense to first seek out free advertising for nonprofit organizations. In this article, we’ve rounded up some ways to make the most out of your organization’s resources with these no-cost opportunities.

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What Do Successful Associations Have in Common? What We’re Learning from the Associations Thrive Podcast

The MatrixFiles

In case you missed it, Matrix Group now has a podcast. It’s called Associations Thrive ! Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. Associations Thrive came out of a marketing planning meeting I held with my team at the beginning of Summer 2022.

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Become the Association Your Members Want

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.

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Creating a Better Member Experience

Association Analytics

When’s the last time you heard a board member say, “Members want…” followed by an aggregate of the last five conversations they’ve had. While anecdotal observations can be helpful, there’s often an unseen gap between what members say and their actual behavior (like when you tell your friends you mostly watch documentaries on Netflix but you’re actually watching reality TV).

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How to Use Trial & Error to Find the Right Fundraisers for Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Jessica Fox , Content Manager at Eventgroove – a one-stop platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events that offers event management, online fundraising, ticketing, and online storefronts for print and digital merchandise. As a fundraiser, you’re up against some tough odds. There’s a lot going on in the world (we’re looking at you, recession worries and existential dread), and fundraising efforts that have worked in the past may not be delivering the same results.

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Fidelity Charitable Study: 86% of Employees Want Employer’s Values to Align with Their Own

NonProfit PRO

In an ongoing tight labor market, 86% of employees say it’s important to work for a company whose values align with their own. And 81% want to work for a company that has socially responsible business practices.

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Thursday Thoughts | Supporter habits to build this year

EveryAction

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Check out our last installment here ! When we flip the calendar to a new year, many of us become gripped by the desire to build some new habits.

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The Promise & Peril of Creator Tools Like ChatGPT for Nonprofits

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently published an opinion piece, “ AI Can Help Nonprofits Reach More Donors But Fundraisers Can’t Ignore Potential Pitfalls ,” a topic that Allison Fine and I have been researching and writing about since 2017. In 2019, we did a deep dive on AI & Giving to look at the landscape of fundraising tools & platforms using AI and the implications.

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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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Demystifying Data Across Your Association

Association Analytics

The post Demystifying Data Across Your Association appeared first on Association Analytics.

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20 Club Event Ideas To DELIGHT Your Members! (+ Planning in 8 Steps)

Wild Apricot

The post 20 Club Event Ideas To DELIGHT Your Members! (+ Planning in 8 Steps) appeared first on WildApricot.

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[Free Webinar] How to Accept Donate Now, Pay Later™ Donations to Grow Giving in 2023

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Time: 1 pm ET / 10 am PT (1 hour). Cost: Free. Presented by: Dominic Kalms , CEO & Founder at B Generous. Donate Now, Pay Later was inspired by the widespread acceptance of Buy Now, Pay Later in the consumer retail space. Across generations, nearly 60% of consumers say they prefer Buy Now, Pay Later over credit cards due to the ease of set payments and the lack of interest charges.

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The Case for Ending Giving Tuesday

NonProfit PRO

As the demographics shift, younger generations require more personal and causal connections for their philanthropy. For this reason, Giving Tuesday has become ineffective. Here is how organizations can position themselves to encourage donors to give year-round.

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Achieving Organizational Transformation: Pathways to Success

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.

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3 Grassroots advocacy milestones to meet this month

EveryAction

“To stand still is to fall behind,” said Mark Twain. He likely didn’t have grassroots campaigns in mind when he uttered those words, but Twain’s advice is spot-on for grassroots advocacy practitioners as they make a plan to engage the new Congress. The 118th Congress has new leadership and plenty of new lawmakers. Even the incumbents are in new districts.

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How does Nimble AMS empower legacy AMS users?

Nimble AMS

Is your l egacy association management software ( AMS ) caus ing your organization to feel stuck? If so, you’re not alone! Many associations that have leveraged the same technology for years may believe it’s their only option because it’s the software solution they’ve always known. This s ituation can leave many users feeling trapped. Learn how Nimble AMS empowers legacy AMS users to decrease low – value staff processes and elevate the member experience.

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A Lightweight Framework for Building Your Association’s Data Strategy – 2/15/23

Association Analytics

The post A Lightweight Framework for Building Your Association’s Data Strategy – 2/15/23 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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30 Free Nonprofit Webinars for January 2023

Wild Apricot

The post 30 Free Nonprofit Webinars for January 2023 appeared first on WildApricot.

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The Denan Project - Leveraging WhatsApp for Good

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.

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2023 Cause Awareness & Giving Day Calendar for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Cause awareness and giving days are powerful themes upon which to launch digital marketing and fundraising campaigns. In addition to the international days listed below, see also public holidays by country , Days of the Year , and Wikipedia’s List of Commemorative Months. January. 16: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service — #MLKDay. 28: Data Privacy Day — #DataPrivacyDay.

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10 Ways to Raise More Money in 2023

NonProfit PRO

As we move forward in a new year, nonprofits that work hard and work smart can boost gift income to enjoy record resource development years. I want to highlight 10 pragmatic ways that nonprofit leaders can more effectively ask for and secure gifts that will fuel their missions.

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11 Nonprofit Podcasts You Need to Listen To [Updated 2023]

Donorbox

Podcasts are one of the fastest-growing cultural phenomena in the United States and beyond. As per a recent study on podcast statistics, 144 million Americans have listened to podcasts at least once and 74% of such users have done so to learn something new. Moreover, listeners spend an average of 6 hours and 37 minutes […] The post 11 Nonprofit Podcasts You Need to Listen To [Updated 2023] appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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How to promote your new AMS purchase

Nimble AMS

Congrat ulations— you r organiz ation just purchased new association management software ( AMS ) ! What an exciting time for your staff , members , and key stakeholders. But how do you tell everyone about your major AMS investment? We’re here to guide you through the process! Three strategies to promote your new AMS purchase Are you ready to get staff, members, and key association stakeholders e xcited about your new AMS?

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How Smart Associations are Maintaining Relevance & Revenue in Today’s Economy – 1/18/23

Association Analytics

The post How Smart Associations are Maintaining Relevance & Revenue in Today’s Economy – 1/18/23 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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How To Create an Effective Donor Stewardship Program in 8 Simple Steps

Wild Apricot

The post How To Create an Effective Donor Stewardship Program in 8 Simple Steps appeared first on WildApricot.

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Ultimate Guide to the Community Services Recovery Fund

CauseVox

Three years after the COVID-19 pandemic, many charities and nonprofits have moved from surviving to thriving. They are securing more donors and creating new methods for obtaining grants, individual and corporate contributions. The Government of Canada has rallied behind nonprofits with its historic Community Services Recovery Fund. This $400 million investment through the National Funders (The Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, and United Way Centraide Canada) will be used to s

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Supercharge Your Capital Campaign With Challenge Gifts

NonProfit PRO

If you’re planning a capital campaign, or perhaps in the midst of the long quiet phase slog, challenge gifts are the perfect way to reenergize your community of stakeholders and donors.

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Top 6 Fundraising Trends for More Donations in 2023

Donorbox

When the pandemic hit, we saw nonprofits pivot in extraordinary ways. Offering more online giving, online connection with donors, and compelling asks to support difficult work were all essential. Those trends have largely continued for the last two years, and will likely continue even with our different circumstances – but there are a few specific […] The post Top 6 Fundraising Trends for More Donations in 2023 appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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2022 Wrapped: Year-End Fundraising Edition

M+R

Read time: 8 minutes In December, Spotify’s 2022 Wrapped revealed that I listened to Taylor Swift’s Bejeweled 42 times in one day (I regret nothing!). In that spirit, we’re taking a look back at December fundraising — our Nonprofit Year-End 2022 Wrapped. We surveyed our nonprofit clients to dig into the trending hits and surprise breakout stars when it came to 2022’s year-end fundraising playlist, with detailed results from 21 organizations.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What Should A Donor Do When They Don’t Feel Adequately Engaged?

Bloomerang

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question come from a fundraiser and donor who wants advice on how to handle poor donor engagement: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m a fundraiser, but also a donor. Sometimes wearing both hats is challenging.

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How to Start a Fundraiser in 11 Simple Steps

Wild Apricot

The post How to Start a Fundraiser in 11 Simple Steps appeared first on WildApricot.

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What to expect when you’re expecting to rebrand your nonprofit

Candid

Your nonprofit’s brand is an important tool for communicating your mission to supporters and earning their trust. Effective branding also gives potential donors an accurate and compelling picture of your organization that encourages their vital support. But what if you decide to rebrand your nonprofit? Rebranding can be used to improve public perception of a nonprofit’s organization, but it’s a major decision and significant project to undertake.