5 Fundraising Measurement Mistakes to Avoid in 2024
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 12, 2024
Here are five things not to do when measuring the performance of your online fundraising and marketing programs.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 12, 2024
Here are five things not to do when measuring the performance of your online fundraising and marketing programs.
.orgSource
MARCH 11, 2024
When the first crew of astronauts departs for Mars, Suzanne T. Bell’s work will play a large role in their success. Bell is an associate professor of industrial and organizational psychology at DePaul University. She studies team composition. During the Mars mission, the astronauts will be confined in a space the size of a studio apartment for more than two-and-a-half years.
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Blue Avocado
MARCH 12, 2024
Tips for reviewing your nonprofit’s grant prospects. One of the questions I’m often asked is: “How do I find grants?” But I don’t hear the more important question: “How do I know the grant is right for me?” Grant funding is great, but often comes with requirements such as financial tracking of the award, measuring the program, reporting to the funder, and more — so look before you leap !
Association Analytics
MARCH 13, 2024
Your members can provide you with a lot of data about what they are interested in and how well your association is meeting their needs. Are you taking advantage of this important information, or are you still creating events, products, and activities based on what’s always been done? You can glean a lot of insights about your members once you get your association on board with engagement analytics.
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Charity Village
MARCH 14, 2024
Original Broadcast Date: March 14, 2024 Summary: The first two things you need to know about burnout are: The number of people reporting burnout is on the rise, and burnout is preventable. In 2019, the World Health Organization added burnout to the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11) as an occupational phenomenon. This leads us to […] The post Burnout in the nonprofit sector: What you need to know appeared first on CharityVillage.
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Nimble AMS
MARCH 10, 2024
According to the latest Community Brands research, 52% of association professionals use an online member community but only 14% rate their use of the platform as excellent. Why should your member-based organization leverage an online community to engage your members? An online community improves member loyalty and drives engagement. Read our blog to learn more about online communities and discover how your association can use one to boost member connections and loyalty.
Big Duck
MARCH 13, 2024
Get tips on how to identify if the media is an audience for your nonprofit, engage journalists, and achieve your communications goals for your brand.
Charity Village
MARCH 15, 2024
Women and Gender Equality Canada announced a Call for Proposals to support projects for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities as part of the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan. Up to $25 million is available in funding to support 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across Canada. With this funding, 2SLGBTQI+ organizations will be able to support community-informed initiatives that address barriers to equality, which […] The post Call for Proposals to support projects for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities appeared first on CharityVil
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 13, 2024
Each member of your organization must be connected to the strategic plan in a way that affects their work everyday. Here's how to do this.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters—emphasizing trust, engagement, and community over transactional giving models. 🤝 Industry expert Tim Sarrantonio will explore data-backed strategies to engage supporters as active participants in a community that values their contributions and shared ideals.
M+R
MARCH 14, 2024
Read time: 7 minutes If you’re a professional fundraiser, every day is giving day. Unfortunately, not all of our donors are themselves professional fundraisers — so creating a special, attention-grabbing Giving Day that gets your audiences excited and engaged can be a big boost during an otherwise quiet time of year. Think of it like your organization’s own Giving Tuesday — on your schedule, and on your terms!
Candid
MARCH 14, 2024
Creating a consistent supply of social media content for a nonprofit is hard. Unless you work for an animal shelter with cute puppies or a museum with extensive collections you can photograph as needed, it can be a challenge. At Candid, we don’t have cute animals, we don’t have historical collections, and we can’t even capture the work that we do because it’s primarily digital.
Charity Village
MARCH 14, 2024
Hydro One Inc. and the Coaches Association of Ontario announced that applications are now open for the 2024 Indigenous Hockey Coaching Grant. The grant program provides 35 outstanding Little NHL coaches up to $1,500 to cover eligible expenses for their teams. Eligible Expenses: Equipment Travel costs Training Practice time Registration fees Eligibility for the grant: Coaches […] The post Apply for the Indigenous Hockey Coaching Grant appeared first on CharityVillage.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 14, 2024
Hiring a new member of your development team is exciting. Here's how to recruit and retain fundraisers — the smart way.
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.
Wild Apricot
MARCH 15, 2024
Running a volunteer survey gives you key data about your volunteers' wants and experiences. Read our volunteer questionnaire examples plus 9 top tips!
Bloomerang
MARCH 13, 2024
Typically, when you make a solicitation, you hear one of three responses: “ Yes ,” “ No ,” or “We need more time.” There are generally accepted strategies to deal with each of them. But a genuine quagmire can be when you don’t hear back from the donor prospect at all. This is like a fundraiser’s Bermuda Triangle. No doubt, you’ve encountered this dilemma on numerous occasions.
Charity Village
MARCH 14, 2024
The Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada (VMPC) Annual Conference is back, ready to gather leaders across the nation to help shape the future of the industry. This year’s conference examines different facets of volunteer engagement and features thought-provoking keynotes and advanced workshops. Lisa Mort-Putland, Chair of Volunteer Canada, will kick off the conference with a […] The post VMPC Conference 2024 Examines Engagement appeared first on CharityVillage.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 12, 2024
Successful fundraising starts with clean data. Melissa’s new solutions catalog is packed with essential tips, tools and free trials to help you address donor engagement, improve outreach, and ensure accuracy for meaningful impact and a sustainable future. From address, email and phone verification to data enrichment and donor profiling, this valuable resource has everything you need to elevate your fundraising game!
Advertiser: Digital Ocean
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.
sgEngage
MARCH 15, 2024
Unless you measure your nonprofit’s performance, it’s impossible to know where you are succeeding and where you need to focus future efforts. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to measuring performance, but every successful fundraising team should have the ability to assess and refine its data. The goal is then to turn those data insights into actionable tasks.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MARCH 12, 2024
“Uncertainty is here to stay. Rather than seeing it as an obstacle to overcome, integrate it into your strategic approach to invigorate your high-growth potential and outperform competition under any market condition,” explains Rebecca Homkes , author of the new book, Survive, Reset, Thrive. “Most books aren’t honest enough about how hard it is to reset ,” adds Homkes.
Charity Village
MARCH 15, 2024
TD announced the ten recipients of the 2023 TD Ready Challenge grants. The recipients receiving the $1 million grants demonstrated how their organization developed innovative, impactful and measurable solutions for a changing world. 2023 TD Ready Challenge Grant Recipients: Clarifi (Pennsylvania, U.S.) The Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal (Quebec, Canada) Neighborhood Housing Services of South Florida […] The post 2023 TD Ready Challenge grant recipients announced appeared first on
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 15, 2024
Generative AI is transforming nonprofit fundraising by helping professionals work smarter and faster, while producing even better results. In this webinar, we will have an in-depth discussion on how your team can collaborate with Generative AI and apply it effectively within your nonprofit programs.
Advertiser: Syncrony
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Donorbox
MARCH 15, 2024
Charity challenges are a powerful conduit for collective action and community impact. They’re also a creative and simple way for nonprofit organizations to raise funds. Whether physical, mental, or artistic, charity challenges can unite and inspire individuals to push their limits while supporting a noble cause. In this article, we’ll explore the significance and potential […] The post Charity Challenges Explained [+ 10 Fresh Fundraising Challenge Ideas] appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
Hands on Fundraising
MARCH 12, 2024
Do your donor communications need a few quick tips? Improve your donor communications… I know. I just wrote about this. But there’s a bit more… and if you’re like me, more ideas are hard to resist. You’ve probably heard you should write fast and edit slowly. And so you should. But how do you turn […] The post 7 more quick tips to improve your donor communications appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
Charity Village
MARCH 12, 2024
On May 9, join us for a free webinar to learn strategies for leveraging AI for career advancement in nonprofits. Join us to explore innovative ways to unlock the potential of AI in propelling your career within the nonprofit sector. Learn how to utilize AI to enhance your soft skills, demonstrate a passion for organizational causes, position […] The post Leveraging AI for Career Advancement in Nonprofits appeared first on CharityVillage.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 15, 2024
Great entertainment can help make a difference for staff and the communities nonprofits serve. We’ve tailored an exclusive TV offer, ensuring you get the best value in news, sports and entertainment. As you navigate your mission, let us elevate your experience. With DIRECTV, it’s more than entertainment—it’s about making a difference.
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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