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The Top 3 Cybersecurity Challenges Nonprofits Face and How to Address Them

Tech Soup

Safeguarding the sensitive data of members, donors, and volunteers is critical for nonprofit organizations. Yet, the rise of digital transformation and remote work has created new cybersecurity challenges — and IT budgets often don't keep pace.

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Commit to Your Team’s Success—They’ll Return the Favor

.orgSource

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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Equity Is the Future of Nonprofit Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

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.

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It's Aging Gracefully Month

VisionLink

It’s all about aging gracefully this month. How do we define “graceful,” you ask? We are so glad you asked. With the nation’s largest generation (~22% of the population), the Baby Boomers are turning 59 to 77 years old in 2023. Over 30 percent of baby boomers chose retirement during the COVID epidemic. There is an expectation that 75% of baby boomers will retire soon.

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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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Empower association volunteers to boost member engagement

Nimble AMS

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.

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Making Member Data Count + 10 Fields to Help Your Organization Grow!

Wild Apricot

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.

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Giving Tuesday 2022: Bloomerang And Kindful Nonprofit Customers Raise $42.4 Million

Bloomerang

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.

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Recession-Proofing Your Nonprofit: How to Continue Serving Your Mission During Challenging Times

Charity Village

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.

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Identifying and Mitigating Nonprofit Risk with a Six-Step Crisis Communication Plan

Blue Avocado

Nonprofit leaders must be proactive in identifying risks, take steps to prevent them, and be prepared with a communications plan in the event of a crisis. The post Identifying and Mitigating Nonprofit Risk with a Six-Step Crisis Communication Plan appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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New Report Reveals Nonprofit Priorities for 2023

NonProfit PRO

OneCause released its new report: The 2023 Fundraising Outlook: Insights for Nonprofit Planning & Prioritization. In this year’s annual survey, findings from 890 fundraising professionals provided insights into where organizations found success in 2022, common challenges, and what they're prioritizing in 2023 as they create their fundraising strategies.

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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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The 2023 Fundraising Outlook Report: Looking Back, Looking Ahead

OneCause

The post The 2023 Fundraising Outlook Report: Looking Back, Looking Ahead appeared first on OneCause.

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Create a Donation Request Form that Works (+ Free Templates)

Donorbox

How do you encourage people to donate money? Nonprofits have many choices when sending donation appeals. Popular fundraising requests can come by mail, email, social media, and in person. Regardless of the type of appeal you send, donors react best when organizations make it easy to give. A donation request form is the best way […]. The post Create a Donation Request Form that Works (+ Free Templates) appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Make It or Break It in This Exciting Auction Game

Greater Giving

Want to bring some pizzazz to your live auction? Look no further than the “Make It or Break It” Auction Game! Looking for more fun auction ideas to boost your revenue? This interactive game is a fantastic way to give your live auction a little energy boost! Drum up even more enthusiasm—and raise more money!—by offering bidders the chance to play the game and possibly upgrade their auction item to something even more exciting and extravagant.

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5 Ways to Get Your Donors Excited Again to Give

NonProfit PRO

Today's giving climate is more competitive than ever. So, it's up to you to give your donors a reason to choose your nonprofit over another one. Here are some great tips on how to get your donors excited about giving again.

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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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Explore funding for U.S. democracy with our free data tool

Candid

As this year’s mid-term elections come to a close, people continue to have questions about the social sector’s efforts to strengthen the U.S. democracy. You may be curious about which nonprofits are working on what initiatives, like voting access or rights, and who the funders are that support this work, along with civic participation, media access, or other democracy-related activities in the U.S.

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The power of connection

Charity Village

What is the first word that comes to mind when you think about your interactions, connections, and relationships with others? Maybe it’s joy or happiness but it might also be conflict or exhaustion.  Our relationships, both at work and in our personal lives, are wonderful and a source of our happiness. They are also draining […]. The post The power of connection appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Market Your Goal-Based Campaign With These Four Details

DonorPerfect

When new and returning donors hear about an upcoming fundraising effort, what are the messages that matter most to them, and how do you reinforce them? While no two campaigns (or even donors) are identical, there are some critical components to your goal-based fundraising that, when messaged to your audience, can make a significant difference. Read More ».

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Digital Fundraising Innovations and Trends to Watch in 2023

NonProfit PRO

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.

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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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Make This a More Inclusive Season of Giving: Tips for Diversity in Your End-of-Year Fundraising Appeal

sgEngage

As you begin planning your final fundraising push for the Season of Giving, make a point of honoring multiple faiths and cultures by creating a more inclusive end-of-year appeal. Spotlighting different traditions into your year-end outreach injects a sense of fun and wonder to a season that often can seem predictable, homogenous, and inclusive only to those who celebrate Christmas.

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals released the 2022 Fundraising is Awesome resource tool

Charity Village

The Association of Fundraising Professionals Canada released the 2022 Fundraising is Awesome resource tool, which is a primer for aspiring fundraisers and experienced fundraising professionals. The tool provides an overview of the impact that fundraisers have on the sector, and offers insights into the growing demand for fundraising professionals. Additionally, the comprehensive document highlights the […].

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Bloomerang Accelerates Nonprofits’ Ability to Keep Fundraising and Financial Operations in Harmony

Bloomerang

Bloomerang , the complete donor relationship management solution for thousands of small and medium-sized nonprofits, today announced that it has signed a QuickBooks Solution Provider Sales and Marketing Agreement with Intuit (Nasdaq: INTU), the global financial technology platform that makes TurboTax , Credit Karma , QuickBooks , and Mailchimp. This relationship brings a new level of visibility and reconciliation between Bloomerang’s donor relationship management software and Intuit QuickBooks t

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Nonprofit Trends for 2023

NonProfit PRO

As we turn to the new year, Funraise proposes its top 2023 nonprofit fundraising trends. These include digital wallets, greater use of cryptocurrency donations, leveraging LinkedIn to a greater degree than ever before, ecommercification of donations, increased focus on hybrid- in-person- and virtual-dedicated events, enhanced giving experiences, and more.

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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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Gift Guide: 12 amazing gift ideas for your nonprofit staff or grantees!

Nonprofit AF

Hi everyone, just a quick reminder that this week on December 7th, the amazing Sandy Ho and I are having.

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Public sector organizations recognized in Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures proceedings

Charity Village

Congratulations to the public sector organizations that were recognized as winners of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures™ and Canada’s Most Admired CEO™ programs. This national program acknowledges Canadian organizations and CEOs that foster high-performing teams that help sustain a competitive advantage. Public sector winners include: Canada’s Most Admired™ CEOs of 2022 Broader Public Sector: Zahid Salman, President and CEO, […].

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5 Ways to Increase Donations With Your Giving Page

Elevation

Your nonprofit likely has an online donation page that acts as your online fundraising hub. But nowadays, it’s not enough to just have an online donation form. To stand out from the crowd and raise more online, your giving page must foster a positive, engaging donation experience for supporters. When you combine a positive user experience with features and page elements that encourage supporters to increase their donation amounts, you can raise more using your online donation form.

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How an Employer Brand Communications Strategy Can Support Recruitment Efforts

NonProfit PRO

The best nonprofits are the ones that know the value of an employer brand communications plan. They understand a strategic plan can help attract and retain the top talent and avoid facing the current struggles of today’s competitive job market.

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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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3 Tips for Preparing Your Website for End-of-Year Giving

Hands on Fundraising

Are you ready for year-end fundraising? To succeed, your nonprofit needs to develop its digital presence. Your nonprofit’s website must build connections with existing supporters, draw in support from new donors, and make the donation process as simple as possible. Make the most of your website If you don’t have web development or coding experience, […].

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Demystifying the CFRE credential

Charity Village

On February 2, join us for a free webinar to learn about the CFRE credential. Have you thought about becoming a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) but aren’t sure where to get started or if it’s right for you? This session will walk you through everything you need to know to about the credential. Whether […]. The post Demystifying the CFRE credential appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Why Nonprofit Blogs Aren’t Pasé, Plus 13 New Ideas for Quality Posts

Elevation

There’s discussion in the nonprofit world of whether blogs are a thing of the past. We like to respond by looking past the word “blog” and focusing instead on the purpose blogging serves and the technical architecture that defines blogs.

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Extend Strategic Planning Beyond Times of Crisis

NonProfit PRO

Fundraisers find themselves emerging from two challenging years and preparing for the possible recession in the year ahead. On the final day of the NonProfit POWER conference, Bill Stanczykiewicz of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy opened the final day of the event with his keynote, “Current Trends in Fundraising.” His takeaways were surprising.

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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.