Sat.Sep 04, 2021 - Fri.Sep 10, 2021

article thumbnail

One Foot in Two Worlds—Expert Advice on Hybrid Events, Podcasts, and AV Tech

.orgSource

Laird Crawford has straddled the virtual and in-person worlds for some time now. He edits the mumbles out of podcasts and makes people look better on video than they do in person. Over the last 25 years, Laird’s company, Ian Ryan Interactive, has been my go-to for audio-visual success. You can probably guess that in […]. The post One Foot in Two Worlds—Expert Advice on Hybrid Events, Podcasts, and AV Tech appeared first on.orgSource.

Podcast 362
article thumbnail

Donor Fatigue Is a Myth

NonProfit PRO

It’s amazing to me the wild stories nonprofit leaders and fundraisers make up in their heads about why donors are not giving. It’s like you’re trying to develop excuses not to go out and fundraise — and you’re a fundraiser!

Donor 328
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How to Boost Your Association's Member Engagement

Association TV

How to boost your association’s member engagement. Congratulations! You’ve successfully built your association’s member base.

article thumbnail

The Complete Guide to Diversifying Your Nonprofit Revenue Streams

Wild Apricot

Whether you work for a large nonprofit or run a small two-person shop, the question “How do we bring in more revenue?” is probably constantly running through your mind. After all, nonprofits are driven by the need to raise funds to support.

Stream 126
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Why You Should Do A Cost-Benefit Analysis Before Throwing Your Next Nonprofit Fundraising Event

Bloomerang

I confess to having a love/hate relationship with fundraising events. I love them as a major donor cultivation tool, but I hate them for everything else! At its best, a nonprofit fundraising event is fun. These events divert attention from one-to-one fundraising efforts, which can be intimidating. After all, it’s easier to sell tickets than ask for a gift. .

Analysis 136
article thumbnail

Volunteer Fundraisers Could Be Twice as Persuasive as They Think

NonProfit PRO

One of the hurdles that organizations that depend on volunteer fundraisers must overcome is people’s aversion to asking others for money on the organization’s behalf. It isn’t just money by the way.

Volunteer 270

More Trending

article thumbnail

5 Steps to Build a Membership Site (No Tech Experience Required)

Wild Apricot

“I want to create a membership site where people can fill out a form and pay online to get access to my community and resources.” This is what Lily, the membership manager of a small Library Association wanted to accomplish. After doing.

Site 94
article thumbnail

8 Ways to Keep Former Nonprofit Board Members Engaged

Bloomerang

Your former board members are an untapped treasure trove. Just think of all they’ve done for your nonprofit over the years! . They likely completed at least one or more board terms. That’s as many as six years—or perhaps even more depending on the by-laws. At the very least, they’ve invested hours in meetings. If they served as an Officer or on a Strategic Planning or Campaign Committee, their time commitment escalated accordingly. .

Music 127
article thumbnail

Avoid Bias and a Cookie-Cutter Approach With Research

NonProfit PRO

Expert research is essential for a nonprofit to achieve its potential for both a major fundraising campaigns and strategic planning.

Research 309
article thumbnail

13 Steps to the Perfect Year-End Giving Campaign in 2021

Donorbox

Year-end giving is a great opportunity for nonprofits to meet their fundraising goals. Approximately 31% of all annual giving occurs in December and approximately 12% of all annual giving occurs in the last three days of December. 28% of nonprofits raise between 26 – 50% of their annual funds for their year-end ask. This is […]. The post 13 Steps to the Perfect Year-End Giving Campaign in 2021 appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

Campaign 105
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

A Guide to bbcon 2021 Virtual for Nonprofits

sgEngage

bbcon 2021 Virtual , happening October 13–15, will bring together tens of thousands of social good professionals for three days of cutting-edge thought leadership, virtual peer networking and unforgettable experiences. There will be opportunities to collaborate with your nonprofit peers from across the U.S. and globally, including those who work in development, membership, finance, marketing, executive leadership and more.

Virtual 105
article thumbnail

How To Do A Donor Cultivation Event

Bloomerang

Considering doing a donor cultivation event ? Smart decision! According to fundraising expert and author Penelope Burk, 67% of respondents attending a donor cultivation event credited it as the reason why they made their gift. . The number one thing donors want is to know they make a difference. Donor cultivation events allow you donors to experience firsthand how they can make a difference.

Donor 110
article thumbnail

Teacher Crowdfunder Receives iHeartMedia Support and Corporate Match for Back-to-School Fundraisers

NonProfit PRO

Public school teachers spend nearly $500 of their own money on school supplies every year, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. This year, DonorsChoose, a crowdfunding platform for teachers, donors and school districts that helps to bridge that gap, has teamed up with iHeartMedia to support public school classrooms.

Classroom 245
article thumbnail

Zen and the Art of the Nonprofit Donation Receipt

Qgiv

Writing an effective nonprofit donation receipt is important, but it doesn’t have to be stressful! Your receipts should be practical, including all necessary information about your organization and the donor’s contribution. But a well-crafted donation receipt has lots of other benefits. It’s an opportunity to thank donors for their contributions immediately, while reminding them about your mission and why their help is so valuable. .

Arts 105
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Unions and their role in the social sector

Candid

Today is Labor Day, a U.S. federal holiday born out of the efforts of 19th century labor unions to celebrate the contributions and achievements of American workers. While some might not think of labor unions as part of the social sector, they are in fact 501(c)(5) nonprofits and have been included in Candid’s data tools for years. In honor of Labor Day, this blog—the first in a two-part series—offers insights into the various roles that unions play within the social sector, based on data from av

Roles 105
article thumbnail

Vaccine Mandates are Legal and Effective. It’s Time for Nonprofits and Foundations to Implement Them.

Nonprofit AF

Back in June, as COVID numbers decreased, like many of you I was excited about the prospect of getting back.

article thumbnail

AmeriCorps Launches 9/11 Day Search Tool for Nonprofit Service Opportunities

NonProfit PRO

A new search tool makes it easier for volunteers to find local causes participating in the annual Sept. 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.

Search 243
article thumbnail

Fundraising isn’t easy

Hands on Fundraising

Fundraising isn’t easy. And there are no magic shortcuts. My friend Ephraim reminded me of this recently. Nonprofit board members or even staff leaders suggesting fundraisers just… call Oprah. Or Bill. Or whats-his-name with the spaceship… That’s not how it works. Really. I’ve witnessed this firsthand, too. An arts organization, talking about the budget.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Key takeaways from Candid’s 2021 Nonprofit Compensation Report

Candid

This week, Candid released the 21 st edition of our annual Nonprofit Compensation Report. The report reviews key employee compensation based on 160,726 observations from 101,489 Forms 990 and 990-EZ filed by 501(c) organizations with the IRS for fiscal year 2019. It is the only large-scale analysis of its kind based entirely on data reported to the IRS and continues to be the most comprehensive nonprofit compensation study available. .

Report 102
article thumbnail

14 Easy Thanksgiving Fundraising Ideas (Updated 2021)| Donorbox

Donorbox

It’s important to give thanks. It’s equally as important to ensure your organization stays afloat. Around 25% or more of all annual giving in the U.S. occurs during the last three months of the year. An estimated 43% of higher-income donors (from households earning greater than $200,000) donate more during the holidays. However, running the […].

Ideas 98
article thumbnail

Addressing the Elephant in the Boardroom

NonProfit PRO

There is an elephant in boardrooms across national and international lines that can no longer be ignored. That elephant is named discrimination and most frequently it takes the form of racial discrimination. Too many boards lack diversity.

National 191
article thumbnail

The Storytelling Framework That Will Inspire Your Nonprofit Supporters To Take Action

Kindful

For organizations that are trying to connect with their supporters, telling a compelling story is essential. Whether you’re planning an advocacy or fundraising campaign, using a storytelling framework to create your calls to action can help you make emotional connections with your audience and ultimately move them to act. The Story of Self, Story of Us, and Story of Now Framework.

article thumbnail

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!

article thumbnail

How to become a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)

Charity Village

Original Broadcast Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021 Summary: Currently, over 1,100 fundraising professionals in Canada are Certified Fund Raising Executives (CFRE). This webinar will show you how to get started with becoming a CFRE so you can begin enjoying the trove of benefits that come with certification, including higher salaries and greater job opportunities.

Raise 98
article thumbnail

5 Helpful Tips for Getting the Most Out of Nonprofit Fundraising Season

Donorbox

The last quarter of the year is a great time for fundraising. December is often the busiest time of year for donations — particularly as the year comes to a close. Around 31% of donations are made in December alone and 12% come in the final three days of the year. Your donors often feel generous […]. The post 5 Helpful Tips for Getting the Most Out of Nonprofit Fundraising Season appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

Tips 98
article thumbnail

‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Concept Now Available for Nonprofit Donations

NonProfit PRO

The number of people using buy now, pay later purchasing services has grown 48% in the last year, according to a recent study. With the technology entering the nonprofit space, nonprofits can make giving more affordable for the donor and potentially turn millennials and Gen Zers into major donors.

Donation 173
article thumbnail

How to Start a Monthly Giving Program in 5 Simple Steps

DonorPerfect

Six out of every ten donors will stop giving to your organization next year – but you can reverse that trend with the right fundraising strategy. Your existing donors actually have the most potential. They know you, they gave to you, and they most likely want to give more. It’s just a matter of retaining Read More ». The post How to Start a Monthly Giving Program in 5 Simple Steps appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

Program 98
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Leadership, love, and acts of service: How to encourage your team

Charity Village

Leaders support the work of their organizations when they are in service to their teams. Demonstrating appreciation of and for the human resources, the people, who create the foundation of your organization is a loving act and an essential layer of the service delivery model. When people feel loved and appreciated, they grow in their […]. The post Leadership, love, and acts of service: How to encourage your team appeared first on CharityVillage.

article thumbnail

Hold a BLOCKBUSTER Virtual Event Like The Dougy Center

Greater Giving

At the very start of the pandemic, The Dougy Center seized virtual fundraising by the horns and held their very first online-only event. The development team learned and grew a lot over the last year, and now they’ve done it again: their second virtual event, the 2021 Reflection Benefit, was a week-long festival of activities that inspired incredible generosity and reached new audiences everywhere.

Virtual 98
article thumbnail

Is it Better to Be a Generalist or a Specialist?

NonProfit PRO

If you learn the differences between a generalist and specialist, you are better able to make the ultimate decision of what direction you want to take in your career.

article thumbnail

Tips for Hosting a Virtual Peer-to-Peer Event

Qgiv

Peer-to-peer events have been successfully reimagined in the wake of event cancellations caused by the coronavirus pandemic. How successfully reimagined, you ask? Well, here at Qgiv, we found that our nonprofit clients managed to raise the mean donation amount from $127.86 to $133.31 in the midst of a global pandemic, so I’d call that pretty successful!

Virtual 98
article thumbnail

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.