April, 2020

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10 Donation Page Best Practices for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

This is the third post in a year-long blog and webinar series called 101 Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Thank you! According to the 2019 Blackbaud Charitable Giving Report , online giving grew 6.8% in 2019 and accounts for 8.7% of a nonprofit’s total revenue – and those numbers will continue to grow.

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15 Ways to Volunteer from Home and Give Back During Coronavirus

Wild Apricot

Even when we're all staying inside to help slow the spread of COVID-19, there are still ways to volunteer from home, and our communities need it more than ever. Here are some ways to help.

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Five Tips for Nonprofits to Avoid Virtual Fatigue

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Dance Off Energizer on Zoom. It is uncertain exactly when we will be able to work together in our offices, although it is clear that our work will involve primarily digital connections with others for a while longer While the cloud of the global health and financial crisis are weighing on us, the technology we are using as our life line is prompting a new ailment – exhaustion.

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Oregon Office of Emergency Management: Volunteer & Goods and Services Donations

VisionLink

We are pleased to support the good work of the Oregon Office of Emergency Management. The agency has deployed Visionlink’s volunteer management and Goods and Services Donation solution to help coordinate response among volunteers for COVID-19 in Oregon. You can visit their site here [[link] and you can learn more about the state governme nt ’ s leading efforts here.

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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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The voice and vision of the volunteer

ASU Lodestar Center

Illustration by Jocelyn Ruiz. posted by Trehon A. Cockrell-Coleman, Fall 2019 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. The lifeline of all mission-driven organizations is the volunteer. According to the Independent Sector, a national advocate for the nonprofit sector, “A volunteer can impact the quality of services in charities and congregations while reducing costs.

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7 Video Conferencing Tips To Get You Through Social Distancing—And Beyond

Global Giving

I have a confession: I have a crush on Zoom, the video conferencing platform. As a program officer at GlobalGiving, I use it for our one-on-one catch ups, our staff meetings, crowdfunding training, and our worldwide Peer Learning Networks. As entire countries move “in person” conferences and events to virtual ones in the time of COVID-19, I want to help out.

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How to Host a Successful Virtual Fundraiser for Your Nonprofit

Wild Apricot

Hosting a virtual fundraiser is a great option when in-person events aren't feasible. Here's everything you need know about organizing a successful event online.

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Ways To Use Zoom Breakout Rooms To Increase Meeting Engagement

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

We are only about one month into the world’s largest work from home experiment. This means spending a big part of our day sitting in front of a screen that looks like the Brady Brunch. It has surfaced a new technology affliction: Zoom Overload. . There are number of reasons we feel exhausted from zoom meetings as Jeremy Bailenson, Virtual Human Interaction Lab points out.

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Americans' Urge to Help Overcomes Lock Down Limitations

VisionLink

Thousands of COVID-19 volunteers and donated essential supplies are matched with states’ needs through an innovative pro bono tech and volunteer partnership BOULDER, CO, April 9, 2020 – Americans are no strangers to disasters. A hallmark of U.S. culture is the immediate outpouring of offers from volunteers and companies urgently wanting to help those stricken by misfortune.

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12 Organizations Leading Nonprofit Marketing Strategy

Elevation

Who is at the forefront of digital marketing for nonprofits? Our list of some of today's leading organizations explores what makes their nonprofit marketing plans so effective. Whether you need to increase your organization’s visibility online, seek inspiration for your nonprofit advertising, or are looking for fresh marketing ideas for nonprofits, check out the work of these NGOs.

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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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4 Ways to Use Trello to Manage Your Non-Profit Communications Program

The Storytelling Non-profit

Most of us are working from home and sheltering in place through the COVID-19 pandemic. For some of you, that might mean that you're working remotely for the first time ever. I remember that being a challenging transition for me when I started working from home in 2013. Aside from figuring out how to manage myself and my time, having the right digital tools in place to work with a remote team made a world of difference.

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8 Must-Have Integrations for Your Nonprofit CRM

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Erin Booker , Head of Content at Funraise , a fundraising platform built for fundraisers by fundraisers with 20+ third-party integrations. We’ve talked a lot recently about taking your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy digital. How to make the transition to virtual events, social fundraising, and livestream everything. But what if you’ve already been dipping your toes in that sparkling water?

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20 Online Fundraising Ideas Perfect for Any Cause (Social Distancing Approved!)

Wild Apricot

Looking for ways to fundraise while adhering to social distancing regulations? Here are 20 online fundraising ideas and great examples to learn from.

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9 Tips for Nonprofits To Boost Resilience During A Pandemic

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Our family with adopted senior rescue dog, “Tigger.” Greetings from shelter in place California! I have not left my house much in the last few weeks due to being in a higher risk category for COVID-19. If that wasn’t enough stress, I’m either living at work or working from home, along with my entire family. I realized after the first week, that I needed to gather every tool from my Happy Healthy Nonprofit toolkit to try to keep calm, focused, and positive.

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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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Customer Success: Life After Launch and Continuous Innovation

Nimble AMS

To meet your goals, look for an association management software tech partner focused on your long-term success. The Nimble AMS team goes beyond simply implementing your solution. Here’s how we help you produce the results you expect – now and as your organization grows and evolves. “Customer success” is a popular phrase these days. But, why is it important?

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4 Steps to Manage the Covid-19 Crisis at Your Nonprofit Organization

Blue Fox

Here we are. April 2020 and working our way through a global pandemic. March seemed like the longest month in history. April probably will, too. So while you're staying home and working out what's next for you and your nonprofit, here are some thoughts on how to manage the next several weeks thoughtfully, fairly, and with a mindset of stewardship and sensitivity to all involved.

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4 Tips to Get Your Nonprofit Ready For Tax Season

Achieve

With the end of the calendar year comes a new tax season. As a nonprofit, the last year has consisted of great fundraising campaigns, new projects, and new growth. Throughout it all, you probably weren’t thinking about where to categorize data and how new fundraising will impact your tax forms. . You’re not alone! Many nonprofits are so focused on the acquisition of funds during their fundraising campaigns that they forget there’s a step afterward – filing your 990 with the IRS. .

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26 Fundraising & Digital Marketing Research Reports for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The research reports listed below are a small sampling of the research available to nonprofits, NGOs, and charities worldwide. The data can be used to help your organization craft your next online fundraising and digital marketing strategy. If you would like to suggest a specific report be added to the list, please contact Heather Mansfield or post a link in the comment section below.

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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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The Ultimate Guide to Live Video Streaming on Social Media for Nonprofits

Wild Apricot

In-person events have been suspended indefinitely and it’s never been a better time to reach your followers through livestreaming on social media. Here's how to do it on all the platforms that offer it.

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The Secret To Successful Work/Life Balance When You Work From Home

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

?. This morning I facilitated a virtual mini-workshop for the Resource Alliance as part of its Plan C Online Discussions. The workshop, Work/Life Balance: Tips Fundraisers During A Pandemic included fundraisers from many different countries. The interactive workshop focused on personal resilience tips based on my book, The Happy Healthy Nonprofit. (The recording and resources can be found here ).

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The numbers prove it: Nimble AMS is focused on customer success

Nimble AMS

The way a tech vendor allocates resources within their company says a lot about their commitment to customers. Nimble AMS backs a strong ongoing commitment to your association’s success with the people behind both product and services. Here’s how the numbers break down. When it’s time for a new association management software (AMS) system, you likely think about the features and functionality your organization needs.

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What Your Nonprofit Needs To Know About Machine Learning

Global Giving

You’ve seen it in your newsfeeds, in your inbox, and in action movies — artificial intelligence, or AI, is having a moment. The chatter is everywhere, and it can be challenging for organizations, especially those that tend to have fewer technical resources on staff, to know how these new tools might help (or hinder) their work. While machine learning is increasingly used by companies across the private sector, few nonprofits have integrated this kind of technology into their operations to date.

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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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Adjusting Online for Nonprofits: Keeping Faith Alive

NonProfit Hub

The fight against coronavirus is all of ours together. Our assurance solely lies in the fact that we won’t be giving up any time soon. COVID-19 has affected every industry in some way or the other ? lockdowns all over the world have resulted in either holidays or work from our respective homes. This doesn’t mean that it’ll affect productivity as humans have been known to adapt and survive.

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How Nonprofits Can Use Livestreaming to Raise Funds Through Sponsorship

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Dana Bakich , founder and CEO of Positive Equation – a digital consultancy focused on equipping nonprofits with the tools and resources to build impactful digital strategies. She’s worked with Movember, Dress for Success, USTA, American Idol, The Gary Sinise Foundation, Hashtag Lunchbag, and many more. . With in-person events postponed for the foreseeable future, digital opportunities own the stage. .

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Resources to Help Your Organization Adapt During COVID-19

Wild Apricot

If you're facing unexpected challenges at the moment, here are some resources to support you and your organization as you adapt. You'll find information on running online events, working remotely, online fundraising, and more.

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#GivingTuesdayNow: Join me for Q/A Hosted by SalesForce.Org

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

GivingTuesdayNow is taking place on May 5th. You probably have a lot of questions. That’s why I’m delighted to be participating in a Q/A along with Caryn Stein, GivingTuesdayNow to answer your questions on LinkedIn. The best thing about this Q/A is that you don’t have to take an hour out of your day to attend a webinar at a particular time or listen to a recording.

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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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Artificial intelligence 101 for associations

Nimble AMS

Get ready to understand AI, explore its applications, and start using it. Artificial intelligence can help associations operate more efficiently, make more informed decisions, deliver a better member experience, and more. And it’s all within reach. You’ve likely heard about artificial intelligence (AI). We’ve all experienced AI in some capacity. For example: When you order something on Amazon, and it recommends another item you might be interested in purchasing.

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How Do You Select a Learning Management System for Your Training Needs?

Gyrus

Training and Development professionals must know the right way to select a Learning Management System (LMS) for training employees, customers or partners and achieving quality results. In this article, we explore how to select a Learning Management System (LMS) for your training needs.

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How to Create the Perfect Email List

NonProfit Hub

Working in a nonprofit can be hard, and marketing yourself requires a bright eye. You’ll need to attract donors, show board members the numbers, get productive work done, and more. To market yourself in today’s world, you need to go digital and reach out to a broader audience. One of the best ways to do that is email marketing. . They’re easy to set up, easy to build, and your bank account will like them too.

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3 Emerging Fundraising Trends for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Kayla Matthews , writer at ProductivityTheory.com and journalist dedicated to helping others better their productivity. For nonprofits, fundraising can be a challenging proposition. There are strict rules regarding what you can do to collect funds, and what you’re allowed to do with that money once you have it to retain your nonprofit status.

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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.