Get Fully Funded
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Warming a donor’s heart is the name of the game, when it comes to thanking people for their donations. This means strategies like sending them acknowledgement letters with thoughtful messages and calling them to say thanks must be high on your priority list. These are simple yet effective things to do – and they’re a great first step in showing donors how much you appreciate their support.
VQ Strategies
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
In honor of Veterans Day, we are reposting an e-newsletter we shared in fall 2020 highlighting the flexibility and adaptiveness of our partners at Wounded Warrior Project to sustain support. The lessons from their efforts are relevant still. Adapt and Overcome: How 2020 Brings Innovation and Flexibility for Volunteer-Led Programs For the US Marines, the concept of “Adapt and Overcome” is central to their philosophy of innovation and problem solving to address all challenges, unexpected situation
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Big Duck
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
By Sarah Suarez , Founder and Social Media Strategist for The Social Puzzle – a boutique social media marketing agency which solely focuses on nonprofits so they can concentrate on what really matters, their mission. Every nonprofit strives to make the world a better place, and a strong community is essential to achieving that goal. The larger and more engaged a community, the greater the opportunity is to make a lasting impact.
Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phill Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business
For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks. Join Gareth Webb and Phil Selley in this new session as they walk through the grant lifecycle, highlighting key operational and financial challenges
Candid
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
AI is no longer just a buzzword—it’s become a cornerstone of every modern business process. The 2024 AI Index Report shows rapid advancements in AI technology. Benchmarks created to assess the performance of AI tools compared with humans on tasks such as image classification, visual reasoning, and English understanding show the gaps narrowing. As of May 2024, the MMMU benchmark , which evaluates responses to college-level questions, scored GPT-4o at 60%, compared with an 83% human average.
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Qgiv
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event, and for good reason. Guests bid on items, have an exciting time with friends and neighbors, and go home with a valuable prize. From large in-person events to casual virtual gatherings, fundraising silent auctions can generate much-needed revenue and strengthen donor relationships. To run a silent auction, you’ll need to plan many logistics, such as how guests will bid on items, what items you’re procuring, and how you’ll process donations.
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
By Stephen Jackson From supporting a local museum to responding to climate change to aiding people in the midst of a health crisis, nonprofit staff turn time and attention to a variety of issues, working on them in creative and hyperlocal ways. They also play a critical role in holding open spaces where individuals can gather and respond to issues in their communities, and much of this takes place online.
DonorPerfect
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
The power of personal connection remains undiminished in fundraising. For nonprofits, direct mail campaigns continue to be a cornerstone of donor engagement, ranking second among supporters’ preferred communication methods. When managed effectively, direct mail campaigns can foster donor engagement and drive contributions. Let’s explore how to create impactful direct mail campaigns that amplify your fundraising […] The post Crafting Powerful Direct Mail Campaigns for Fundraising Succ
Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Sponsored by Printful – a print-on-demand company that offers hundreds of customizable products and various services, including Quick Stores , the easiest way to create an online store. As a nonprofit, you’re always looking for creative and effective ways to raise funds and awareness for your cause. In today’s digital world, online fundraising is essential, and merchandise offers a fantastic opportunity to engage your supporters and generate revenue.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
Nimble AMS
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Is your association looking for strategies to improve your decision-making process? Leveraging your data to inform how your organization should approach a situation is a great place to start. Many associations use data-driven decision making to move their missions forward, advance public policy, and enhance advocacy programs. Association management software (AMS) can serve as your organization’s most important tool to help you gather data and inform your decision-making process.
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to energize their legacy giving program: Dear Charity Clairity, We have an on-paper “legacy society” that was started before my time here. Members gave $5000 outright to be a “ member” and the funds are in our restricted fund.
CauseVox
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
In today’s digital world, running a successful fundraiser goes beyond traditional methods; it requires innovative approaches that meet donors where they are—online. Leveraging an online fundraising platform allows your nonprofit to streamline its efforts, connect with supporters more effectively, and make the giving experience easier and more impactful for everyone involved.
Blue Avocado
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What are the key qualities and skills you look for in potential board members?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: A Deep and Sincere Caring About the Nonprofit’s Mission The most important “quality” in a board member would be a real and heartfelt caring about the mission/goal of the nonprofit they will be involved with.
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Charity Village
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
When it comes to creating accessible and inclusive workplaces, Canada still has a long way to go, and that includes the nonprofit sector. Our recent CharityVillage Connects podcast episode, Accessible Workplaces: Is the Canadian Nonprofit Sector Falling Behind? explores this topic in detail. For the podcast, we spoke with a variety of accessibility experts, including […] The post Embracing neurodiversity in nonprofit workplaces: An interview with Wanda Deschamps appeared first on CharityVi
sgEngage
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Across the globe, natural catastrophes strike unpredictably, from flooding and hurricanes to ice storms, earthquakes, and wildfires. In the United States, there were 28 climate disasters in 2023 , which surpassed the record of 22 disasters in 2020 – tallying a price tag of at least $92.9 billion. In Canada, the summer of 2024 now ranks as the most-destructive season in Canadian history due to over $7 billion in damages from flooding, fires and storms.
Forum One
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
When it comes to embracing digital trends and technologies, the nonprofit sector has historically lagged behind other industries. But that all changed in 2020 when the Covid-19 pandemic forced digital onto the front burner. Suddenly, digital transformation wasn’t just an aspirational goal; it was a mission-critical investment. Organizations needed to find new ways to deliver their services and engage their constituencies digitally.
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Donor-advised fund (DAF) disbursements to charitable organizations declined 1.4% during 2023 to $54.77 billion. Likewise, contributions into DAFs by donors decreased 21.7% to $59.43 billion, according to new data from the National Philanthropic Trust in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. DAFs were responsible for roughly 9.8% of all giving in the United States if the statistics for total giving in the Giving USA report released earlier this year at $557 billion and these DAF numbers are accurate.
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Charity Village
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
KPMG released the results from the Generative AI Business Survey of 872 Canadian organizations, which found that 6 in 10 Canadian organizations have adopted generative Artificial Intelligence to improve productivity and gain a competitive advantage. According to the research, 89% of organizations described the technology as extremely or very important to their competitive advantage.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Whether you're a nonprofit that recently started using text messaging or a seasoned organization, year-end giving is an important opportunity.
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
We need to talk Let’s get real—everyone’s been there at least once. Breakups are rough. You thought you found “The One” in your nonprofit CRM, but now it feels like you’re stuck in a bad episode of a dating show. You’re not getting the commitment you deserve, and it’s holding you back from making the kind of impact you need. No one wants to admit they’ve been wasting their time (and precious resources!
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Image from [link] Members of the American Medical Association (AMA) voted to support greater oversight of nonprofit hospitals and standardization of charity care policies so financial assistance reaches patients in need. Hospitals are eligible for nonprofit status, which exempts them from income, property, and sales taxes. This results in billions of dollars of tax savings annually on the condition hospitals provide charity care and other community services.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!
Charity Village
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
As a prospect researcher in Canada, you play a pivotal role in advancing the fundraising efforts of universities, charities, and nonprofit organizations. By identifying, researching, and qualifying potential donors, you help secure the critical resources necessary for these organizations to fulfill their missions. To succeed in this evolving field, it’s essential to master a few […] The post A comprehensive roadmap to donor prospect research in Canada appeared first on CharityVillage
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
As year-end giving heats up, here's a handy list of major giving tips to help make this overwhelming time more manageable and successful.
sgEngage
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
This Q&A series aims to provide readers with valuable insights from changemakers across the social good community. Shemitria Smith, M.Ed. is responsible for the overall advancement services at Clark Atlanta University as the senior director of advancement operations. She has a robust background working with fund development programs and implementing new practices with her team.
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
By Dennis C. Miller We all know about the commitment and passion that nonprofit leaders bring to their organization to make a difference in the lives of others. You truly care about others and work tremendously long hours to generate a positive social impact in their communities, often with little financial reward. The commitment to your respective mission and determination to succeed despite the ever-increasing challenges and obstacles is inspiring.
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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