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How to Create Nonprofit Video Stories Using Your iPhone

NonProfit PRO

This year, 87% of online traffic is expected to be 100% video, Matt Carpenter, story architect at Beard & Bowler, said. But a video doesn’t need to be extremely polished and professional to get attention and make an impact. Here's how you can do it right from your phone.

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ChatGPT Isn’t Ready for Prime Time, But an Upskilled Team Will Be

.orgSource

The introduction of ChatGPT from Open AI makes for jittery breakroom conversation. An AI whose vocabulary is limited to customer service platitudes doesn’t seem so threatening. But when the chatbot can write an essay, that’s another story. Back in 2017, McKenzie reported that: “By 2030, 75 million to 375 million workers (3 to 14 percent of the global workforce) will need to switch occupational categories.

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How Nonprofits Can Grow Their Following on Social Media

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Heather Mansfield , founder and editor-in-chief of Nonprofit Tech for Good The average growth rate for social media ranges from.64% to 3% per month , depending upon the platform. In other words, the era of organic growth on social media is over. To grow your nonprofit’s following on social media, you need to make a concerted effort to let your supporters and donors know how to find your nonprofit on social media. 1) Feature social media icons on your website.

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How to Maintain Relevance and Revenue in Today’s Economy

Association Analytics

It’s no secret that today’s economy is full of uncertainty. From inflation to the increasing expectations of consumers and employees, to the continuously changing digital space, there are a lot of factors that might be currently impacting your association. For some, it might feel like a continuation of the past three years – learning how to adapt, shift priorities, and engage with members in different ways.

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Become the Association Your Members Want

As the pandemic advanced, we were keenly aware of the apprehension and pain throughout our community. Clients and colleagues contacted us with questions about managing revenue shortfall, introducing new technology, and preparing for changing membership patterns. When we seek input on critical issues, members of.orgCommunity, our networking and education organization, are an invaluable resource.

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2023 Nonprofit Leadership Impact Study

NonProfit PRO

As a nonprofit leader, you know better than anyone the challenges your organization faces when it comes to fulfilling your mission. The fifth edition of NonProfit PRO’s highly anticipated “Nonprofit Leadership Impact Study” highlights the struggles and successes of nonprofit organizations in the past year and what's to come for nonprofit leaders in the year ahead.

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How to Use Donation Tiers or Giving Levels to Boost Online Donations

Donorbox

Imagine Anna. Anna is a thirty-something woman who works in an art gallery. She’s always loved animals and spends a lot of time with her three dogs in the nearby park. During one of their walks, Anna saw an abandoned cat. She immediately acted, rushing the cat to the nearest animal shelter. The shelter had […] The post How to Use Donation Tiers or Giving Levels to Boost Online Donations appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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4 Steps To Create A Giving Guide That Will Increase Your Fundraising Success

Bloomerang

“Fundraising is the gentle art of teaching the joy of giving.” – Hank Rosso Many times, as fundraisers, the role we’re really playing is that of an educator. Don’t worry: You don’t have to explain everything there is to know about how your nonprofit operates. For example, there are internal matters that, if shared, likely won’t do anything to win a donor’s support.

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7 Things Every Nonprofit Should Do Before Implementing New Software

NonProfit PRO

As exciting as new software can be, making the move to new technology can also seem intimidating. It requires change, and change can often bring anxiety. Here are seven things you can do to help ensure your new software implementation goes more smoothly and stays on track.

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13 Silent Auction Strategies: The Ultimate Guide for Nonprofits

One Cause

The post 13 Silent Auction Strategies: The Ultimate Guide for Nonprofits appeared first on OneCause.

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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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Program Management Statistics: 12 Stats and How to Use Them

Get Fully Funded

From smaller, newer nonprofits to larger charitable organizations, measuring performance is a universally shared need, especially in the realm of fundraising. But for organizations that offer direct services to constituents, such as social services nonprofits, there’s another layer of complexity— impact measurement. When you manage constituent relationships, interactions, and outcomes through a case management process, understanding the key data points at play will allow you to analyze the bigge

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10 Creative Church Lobby Ideas to Engage & Inspire Giving

Donorbox

Your church lobby is the first thing people see. But it’s also one of the ignored rooms in your building. You can turn your lobby into a space that makes people stop, engage, and connect with your church better with ideas we share in this blog. Older churches with traditional construction may feel like the […] The post 10 Creative Church Lobby Ideas to Engage & Inspire Giving appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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FORVIS National Nonprofit Study Reveals Widespread Fall in Net Income

NonProfit PRO

FORVIS published its annual, national nonprofit study detailing that nearly one-half of nonprofits saw a decrease in net income in 2022 due to increases in personal compensation and operational costs, decreases in state appropriations and an end to the American Rescue Plan funding.

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4 Steps To Create A Giving Guide That Will Increase Your Fundraising Success

Bloomerang

“Fundraising is the gentle art of teaching the joy of giving.” – Hank Rosso Many times, as fundraisers, the role we’re really playing is that of an educator. Don’t worry: You don’t have to explain everything there is to know about how your nonprofit operates. For example, there are internal matters that, if shared, likely won’t do anything to win a donor’s support.

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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.

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Bright Idea: Unique Nonprofit Sponsorship Tips to Sell Out Your Next Fundraising Event!

Qgiv

Who they are: California School of the Arts – San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV) is a public charter school that provides a creative, challenging, and nurturing environment offering bright and talented students a rigorous college-preparatory education and pre-professional arts conservatory training. CSArts-SGV is a tuition-free, donation-dependent program made possible through a unique public-private partnership with the Duarte Unified School District.

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Dear VQ… How can I inspire our team to plan for volunteers?

VQ Strategies

This morning, an email arrived from a volunteer manager I’ve known for many years, and she shared this request: I’m reaching out to see if you have any simple resources that I can use during a team meeting to do a little training/informational session on working with volunteers and the importance of building relationships/planning for them to be here to work?

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Leverage 100% of Your Wealth Screening Results

NonProfit PRO

It’s a fact: the more information you have about donors and prospects, the more strategic your fundraising campaigns can be. And, the most efficient way to uncover this information is through wealth screening. Get the Wealth Screening Playbook to learn how to leverage all of your wealth screening results.

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Creepy or critical? How to use prospect research for better donor engagement

DonorPerfect

Fundraisers: if you love a book where you’re the hero of the story, Tuesday Mooney Talks to Ghosts is a delightful mystery that stars a prospect researcher for a nonprofit hospital system. She has a knack for discovering personal (and often private) details about people she’s never met and credits her experience researching donors so Read More » The post Creepy or critical?

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The Denan Project - Leveraging WhatsApp for Good

As part of building a new supporter journey (from making a one-time donation to becoming a sustaining supporter), The Denan Project set out to shorten the time between the first donation and the recurring donations.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Nonprofit Auditing (Free Checklist + FAQs)

Donorbox

Auditing your nonprofit may send a wave of terror through your spine, but it doesn’t have to be as fear-inducing. There are a few reasons your nonprofit may need an audit, and if you’re taking the right steps and seeking expert help, your nonprofit auditing can be as easy as pie! Also, regular audits can […] The post The Beginner’s Guide to Nonprofit Auditing (Free Checklist + FAQs) appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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[Webinar] Getting Development Operations to Work FOR You Instead of Against You

CauseVox

Do you find the day-to-day management and operations are getting in the way of raising money? If so, you’re not alone. Data management and other internal components are increasingly becoming critical issues for organizations. Development operations is one of the most overlooked and undervalued areas in our field. However, this infrastructure is critical in allowing organizations to raise money and steward donors more effectively.

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Endaoment and The Giving Block Join Forces to Empower Nonprofits with Crypto Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

Endaoment and The Giving Block announced a partnership to connect thousands of nonprofit organizations across the globe with crypto donors. The partnership will create new fundraising opportunities for nonprofits and simplify the process for crypto holders to support organizations in need.

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Volunteer Orientation and Training Tips

Volunteer Hub

Your volunteer orientation and training program should foster a happy, prepared volunteer base. Here are 4 tips to help volunteers gain the most value from the experience. A good orientation and training program will provide volunteers with a positive experience and first impression of your organization. Is your orientation and training program creating value and engagement?

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ChatGPT for Nonprofits: Maximizing Impact with the Power of AI

Donorbox

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world we live in, and the nonprofit sector is no exception. When applied appropriately, AI tools like ChatGPT can work wonders for nonprofits, helping them overcome several challenges; including limited resources, a need to maximize impact, and the ability to engage with audiences in new and innovative ways.

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Bright Idea: Promoting Your Event on Social Media Will Help You Fill Your Seats Copy

Qgiv

Who they are: Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed. The inspiration piece comes from community volunteers who not only deliver lessons to young students, but also share their professional experience. In the process, these volunteers serve as role models helping positively shape young people’s perceptions about the importance of education, as well as critical life skills.

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The Art & Science of Building Long-Term Donor Relationships through Recurring Gifts

NonProfit PRO

Savvy nonprofits have long known the power of small, recurring donations. People still have a burning desire to support causes they care about. So what's the key to unlocking their generosity? It's simple: encourage your donors to automate their giving.

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ChatGPT for Nonprofits: How to Leverage Artificial Intelligence

CauseVox

Do you wish you had a round-the-clock assistant that could handle repetitive tasks or help draft fundraising appeals, freeing up time to focus on more pressing tasks? Well, there’s a solution. I’m referring to ChatGPT , a revolutionary language model developed by OpenAI that’s changing the game in every industry. Since its launch in November 2022, millions of users have used the platform to do their homework, summarize content, translate text, and even write code.

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Stewardship in the Bible: A Definitive Guide for Churches

Donorbox

The Oxford English Dictionary defines “Stewardship” as “the responsible use of resources, especially money, time, and talents, in the service of God.” But what does that look like in action? What is stewardship in the Bible? And what examples does the Bible provide to guide us? In this article, we’re looking at examples of stewardship […] The post Stewardship in the Bible: A Definitive Guide for Churches appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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March Cause Awareness: Women’s History Month

Qgiv

March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor women’s accomplishments throughout history and recognize history-makers that have contributed to advancing and protecting women’s rights in our society. From scientists to politicians, activists to storytellers, women have always played a major role in shaping society into what it is today. Learn how you can take the time to celebrate Women’s History Month with our list of ideas and nonprofits you can support!

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5 Key Strategies for Sustainable Fundraising Success to Really Smile About!

NonProfit PRO

No need to worry about the shutdown of Amazon Smile? There are actually way better, sustainable fundraising success strategies to really smile about, whether or not your nonprofit organization participated in the program. Join Barbara O’Reilly, CFRE, and guest fundraising expert panelists, including Mackenzie Burckbuchler from Double the Donation, for a highly interactive, panel conversation webinar, on Thursday, March 30th at 2pm ET, to learn how to not only easily replace this revenue stream,

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Demographics via Candid: Building a movement to promote equity in the social sector

Candid

A lack of standardized demographic data not only hinders our collective work to create a more equitable sector; it also requires nonprofits to take time away from their mission-driven work to respond to disparate requests by funders for this information. To overcome these challenges, Candid, in coalition with a growing number of partners , set out to build a demographic data-led movement to meaningfully and measurably advance equity in the social sector.

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Why I Donated: Why I Made A $20 Donation To The Trevor Project

Bloomerang

In this post, we talk to Becky, a n editor in Buffalo, about why she donated $20 to The Trevor Project. The Cause : The Trevor Project offers suicide prevention and mental health support for LGBTQ+ youth. The Donation : $20 What inspired you to make a donation to The Trevor Project? A friend was raising money for The Trevor Project in honor of her upcoming birthday.

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