NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Backed by cutting-edge technologies, nonprofits have the chance to rewrite the rulebook on engagement, cultivate communities driven by empathy and create transparent ecosystems that demonstrate the true impact of their work. Here are some ways to catapult toward your goals with some contemporary technologies.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
By Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE , Founder and CEO at The International Social Impact Institute and Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, adapting to the digital realm has become a pivotal challenge. To fortify fundraising and impact strategies, embracing emerging technologies is paramount.
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.orgSource
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Is digital transformation dead? Well, for the majority of organizations, the transformation is over. They may not all have become butterflies, but most have acquired wings of some kind. Today, we are looking at evolution. At this point, any group missing the digital gene is probably extinct. The focus has gone beyond whether or not you will have digital platforms.
VisionLink
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Visionlink is pleased to announce that we have begun supporting the United Way of Greater Chattanooga and their community services 211 call centers. For Chattanooga and surrounding areas, they provide support for approximately 90,000 calls a year and expect to eclipse the 100K mark. They see this as an integrated part of their United Ways support to the community.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
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.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Nonprofit executives occasionally grapple with a dreaded dilemma: the need to send back grant funds because the organization didn't spend it within the designated budget cycle. Here, I will delve into the intricacies of this budgetary faux pas and offer insights on how nonprofit executives can navigate it effectively.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023
Giving Tuesday has the potential of being an effective peer-to-peer fundraising campaign. However, many organizations struggle to get Board members meaningfully involved, if at all. Board members, by and large, report that they want to meaningfully help the organization they service. This free webinar will explore strategies to engage Board members based on their unique skill sets, personalities, and networks.
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M+R
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
In a time of uncertainty and shifting societal dynamics, nonprofits find themselves navigating treacherous waters. A recent article by the Associated Press sheds light on a troubling trend: nonprofit organizations, particularly 501(c)(3)s, are becoming increasingly wary of lobbying and advocacy efforts. This hesitance stems from a fear of jeopardizing their IRS compliance status and the growing apprehension of being perceived as overly politicized in the current polarized climate.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Chances are that you’ve tried crowdfunding for your nonprofit, and unfortunately, there’s also a chance that it failed. Crowdfunding is an opportunity to create another revenue stream, so let’s explore how to make it a success.
Candid
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Today, we are celebrating our first anniversary of short-form video on TikTok , Instagram Reels , and YouTube Shorts. What began as a three-month experiment has now blossomed into a consistent social media video production program. While we are definitely not experts (every day we discover something new), we wanted to share what we have learned over the past year doing social media video.
Nonprofits Source
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Your nonprofit website houses plenty of important information and resources, from the story of your organization’s founding to your donation page. However, when site visitors navigate to your website, is it easy for them to find exactly what they’re looking for? If the answer is “no,” then it’s time for you to update your website’s functionality. After all, your website’s success as a digital marketing tool depends on how user-friendly it is to your visitors, whether they’re exploring your websi
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.
Neon CRM
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
“Nonprofit data management” is not a phrase that typically thrills anyone tasked with learning about it. But managing your organization’s data—particularly your donor data—will make the rest of your job so much easier. If the thought of managing your nonprofit’s data fills you with dread, you’re in the right place. In this article, you’ll find a simplified breakdown of nonprofit data management, including why it’s so important, what it helps you do, and how you can start managing your organizati
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Events can serve a valuable role in your organization for marketing and PR purposes. They can also be a great donor-acquisition tool and a powerful cultivation touch point for a major donor. But the role of events is significantly out of alignment in many organizations.
Double the Donation
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
One of the largest global giving pushes in the world, Giving Tuesday, will be here this year before we know it. So now is the time to prepare for Giving Tuesday matching gifts success.
Bloomerang
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Donor plants jump up at your gala’s auction , raise their hand high, and start, or advance, the bidding. A seasoned fundraiser in Jewish philanthropy taught me about donor plants years ago and, celebrating the best of fundraising’s oral tradition, a hallmark of our field, I am passing it on to you. A “donor plant” refers to a person who attends your gala / special event with the intention of making a significant donation.
Advertiser: Syncrony
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.
Neon CRM
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
For many organizations, year-end fundraising campaigns represent a significant portion of their annual revenue. Nearly one-third (31%, to be exact) of annual giving occurs in December: It’s one of the most important months for fundraising! Spending some time planning your year-end fundraising activities will help you connect with donors, inspire them to support your work, and start building donor relationships that will carry over into the next year and beyond.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
In the past 18 months, I’ve heard more than 2,500 challenges, issues, and headaches from top nonprofit leaders at “peer experience sharing” retreats and workshops. Here are five things that leaders across the industry are worried about.
Charity Village
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Interested in learning more about strategic planning? Register for our free webinar on September 21! For many people and organizations, September feels like an unofficial “new year”. The summer is coming to an end, pumpkin-spice-everything is everywhere and Mariah Carey is waiting in the wings! This is a great time for your organization to do some […] The post How to set your team up for success when building a strategic plan appeared first on CharityVillage.
sgEngage
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
When you are working on a tough issue or an innovative solution, sometimes it helps to learn from others who have tackled that problem or are working on a similar idea. From gathering demographic data to understanding your grantees’ experiences, grantmaking organizations have been working through many multifaceted conundrums this year. That’s why we’re excited for bbcon 2023 to be back in person, where we can learn from our amazing grantmaking community face to face!
Advertiser: DonorDock
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!
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Tools like ChatGPT can give you a list of ideas to start with and modify as you see fit. Like we said, just make sure organizations with those names don’t already exist! The post All About Association Names: 8 Tips + 35 Examples of Cool Association Names appeared first on WildApricot.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
ShoppingGives released data from its 2023 State of Social Impact Report. The report features analysis of 500 eCommerce and direct-to-consumer brands on the state of impact in 2023 in addition to outside research.
The Modern Nonprofit
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Adapting to Changes in Facebook Fundraising Tools: A Guide for Nonprofits When you run a nonprofit, you’ve likely leaned on social media platforms for fundraising. It’s easy, widely accessible, and taps into an immense audience. With its billions of users, Facebook has been a beacon for nonprofits—especially small ones—looking to spread the word about their cause and raise funds.
sgEngage
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
In fundraising, digital acquisition is the process of acquiring email addresses and converting them into donors. To grow your donor file, add three easy upgrades to your current acquisition plan and watch how kickstarting a better content, promotion, and conversion strategy can work wonders for your donor pipeline. Step 1: Improve Your Content Strategy Acquiring new donors online requires you to build a better content plan.
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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.
Hands on Fundraising
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Call it commitment. Or maybe, determination. Possibly, just sheer cussed stubbornness. Whatever you call it, it’s the key to a successful annual giving program. Here’s the thing: I could write a really good appeal. The data could be in great shape. The stars might all align and the message, audience, and timing could be perfect. […] The post Stubborn as #$%* appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
PHLYTRAC gives dynamic insights into driver behavior, vehicle stats, and more to help organizations lower the risk of driver-related accidents. Using GPS technology, organizations are in the driver's seat with access to live maps, driver scorecards, a fleet management dashboard with vehicle health, and much more! The devices install in minutes, protecting vehicles and drivers, empowering them with valuable driver behavior and vehicle statistics.
Charity Village
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
The Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec announced the launch of an aid program for people with disabilities to produce a grant application. The grant can cover, in whole or in part, expenses incurred to obtain services to facilitate the presentation of a grant application or candidacy for a person with a disability. […] The post Aid for people with disabilities for presenting a candidacy or a grant application appeared first on CharityVillage.
sgEngage
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
It’s year-end wrap-up time. You’ve closed the books, successfully completed another audit season, and submitted all necessary filings. You are ready to put last fiscal year behind you. Except for one last thing. The annual report has an empty page with the heading “Full-Year Financials.” And you’re in charge of getting that information where it needs to go.
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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.
Tech Soup Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
This blog post is the second in a two-part series about how to enhance your grant writing skills. In part one of this series , we covered reading successful grant proposals.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The Women’s Philanthropy Institute, part of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, announced the honorees of the Black Women Give Back List. The campaign spotlights 10 outstanding philanthropists who are making an impact for Black women and girls by leading through generosity.
Candid
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Over the last year, there’s been an explosion of multi-million-dollar gifts from donors to their alma maters. This suggests 2023 is likely to join 2022 as another blockbuster year for giving in higher education. In fact, last year, alumni giving to U.S. colleges and universities jumped by 10.2% , amounting to $13.5 billion in funding. These high-profile, high-dollar donations are changing the face of philanthropy in higher education—creating big winners today and setting the stage for a transfor
sgEngage
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
As Winston Churchill said, with great power comes great responsibility, and nowhere is that felt more acutely than those who are successful enough to receive federal grants. In these days of increased cost-effectiveness and budget cuts and redirects, being awarded a grant is an important accomplishment, but it is also a responsibility. Applicants are primarily responsible to demonstrate proper financial stewardship while simultaneously showcasing how grant funds are used to support their benefic
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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