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Why Your Nonprofit Needs to Build a Community: 3 Ways to Do It Right

NonProfit PRO

So, you've been paying attention to the buzz about building a community, but you're not sure what that means for your nonprofit. Building a community is now essential to engage with your supporters, prospects, donors and more. Moreover, it’s what your nonprofit donors want to see.

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[Free Webinar] Understanding the Donor Journey: Insights and Best Practices for Fundraising Growth

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022. Time: 1pm EDT / 10am PDT. Cost: Free. Presented by: Robert Friend , Nonprofit Solutions Specialist at Eventgroove. How deeply connected are you with your donors’ experience? Are you aware of how often they engage with your organization – not just your most supportive donors, but the myriad who only connect and give to you once or twice annually?

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7 essentials for your association’s online community strategy

Nimble AMS

Building a successful online community starts with a solid plan. . Read on for what to include in your association’s online community strategy. Offering an online community to your members is a powerful way to provide member value. Research from Community Brands consistently shows that members place high value on networking and staying up to date on industry news, trends, and regulations.

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10 Questions You Can Ask Major Donors to Build the Relationship

Get Fully Funded

Major donors make a major impact on your nonprofit, but it can be a bit scary to ask major donors for a donation. If you’re new to major donor work, you know what I mean. You’re probably asking for an amount that’s a stretch for you and it’s going to bring up all kinds of personal issues for you, especially if you have a negative mindset around money or wealthy people.

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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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10 Ways to Tell Donors They Made a Difference

NonProfit PRO

There is not a limit to how many times you should tell a donor they are making a difference. You could do it every week. But then the question is how do you make the story different and unique?

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How I learned to stop yawning and love the Zoom Room

Candid

I read somewhere once that the worst mistake you can make while presenting is to yawn. Yawns are contagious, and nothing makes an audience sleepier than to see that you are fighting not to slip into unconsciousness. . So, how does that translate to the Zoom Room? I can hide a yawn by turning off my camera, but that is the very thing I want to avoid.

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Designing Your Nonprofit Website To Look the Part: 5 Tips 

Hands on Fundraising

Your website matters As a nonprofit professional, you know that one of the best parts of your job is connecting with people who care about your mission. Whether you’re dedicated to providing mental health care to teens in marginalized communities or working to raise awareness about environmental issues, it’s people who care that help you […].

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4 Text Messaging Strategies that Boost Donor Stewardship

NonProfit PRO

Text messaging is an important — and largely underused — donor stewardship tool. As texting has become the primary form of communication for many of us, it’s time to embrace texting as a central piece of your larger donor communications strategy.

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Highlighting nonprofits that put equity into practice

Candid

Nonprofits that put equity into practice and donors that value the work of organizations that demonstrate their commitment to equity have a new opportunity to connect. How? Through Charity Navigator’s newly-released Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) ratings. These ratings, powered by nonprofit profile data provided voluntarily to Candid, assess where organizations are in their journey to prioritizing equity in their operations and pursuit of their missions. .

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4 Communications Strategy Tips for Donor Retention

sgEngage

A common misconception among newer nonprofit professionals is that every campaign or event is meant to attract new donors and donations. While acquisition is definitely a worthwhile goal, a sensible fundraising specialist will tell you that another top priority of any given fundraising project should be retaining the dedicated supporters that you already have. .

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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 future of in-person fundraising in a cashless society

Charity Village

On April 28, join us for a free webinar to learn what nonprofit professionals need to know about the future of in-person fundraising. Cash use is decreasing and this shift in consumer preference towards contactless ways of giving and paying has only accelerated over the last 2 years. This shift is dramatically impacting charities relying on […].

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Amazon Web Services Launches Annual Grant Program for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com company, announced the launch of the 2022 IMAGINE Grant Program, a public grant opportunity open to registered 501(c) nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that are using technology to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. Application instructions are available to download today and submissions are due by June 1, 2022. .

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How nonprofits can successfully develop a diverse workforce

ASU Lodestar Center

Illustration by Yuxin Qin. posted by Cecilia Gutierrez Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Workforce diversity is a significant concern for nonprofits with the recent growth of diverse populations in the U.S. In 2017, 87% of the U.S. nonprofit workforce and executive leadership identified as white. Nonprofit board members in the U.S. also lack demographic, racial and ethnic diversity with less than 20% identifying as people of color.

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How to host Inclusive Fundraising Events for people with disabilities

DonorPerfect

Despite a steady incline in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion work in the nonprofit sector, experts say most still aren’t doing enough to ensure events are inclusive and accessible to everyone. To be inclusive of all your donors, your event goals should directly align with your goals as an organization, including DEI. The post How to host Inclusive Fundraising Events for people with disabilities appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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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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Silent Auction Rules for Greater Fundraising Success

Qgiv

Silent auctions are a great way for nonprofits to raise funds for their missions. However, it’s easy to leave money on the table if you don’t know how to make the most of your silent auction fundraiser. We put together these silent auction rules to help you bid farewell to disappointing auction experiences and welcome success! 1. Secure Auction Items Early.

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Securing the Face-to-Face Visit With a Donor

NonProfit PRO

I am convinced that attempting to secure a face-to-face meeting is one of the hardest things a development professional can do. People have told me seeking a first meeting with a prospect is harder than speaking in public.

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Here’s How to Boost Your Summer Fundraising Revenue Stream

Greater Giving

How high-tech tools and some creative thinking can turn a slow fundraising season into a regular revenue stream. The nonprofit industry has typically relied on Fall and Spring fundraising galas for event revenue, but the last two years have left some gaps. Nonprofits are returning to big, in-person galas this spring. However, many are still searching for new revenue streams to make up lost ground and better prepare for an uncertain future.

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Sponsorship Valuation Template 

The Sponsorship Collective

Today, I want to talk about one of my favorite sponsorship topics that’s definitely everyone else’s least favorite. You saw it in the title. It’s sponsorship valuation. Don’t get me wrong, I completely understand why so many sponsorship seekers hate the valuation process. If you set down the wrong path when valuing your assets, you […]. The post Sponsorship Valuation Template appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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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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The impact of a positive onboarding experience

Charity Village

How often have you gone through an onboarding experience in your career? Likely, all of us have been through it at least once, but maybe even several times. Take a moment to imagine yourself in that very first time that you were onboarded, maybe even between the age of 16 and 18 at your very […]. The post The impact of a positive onboarding experience appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Leading from Experience: Why Diversity Is Critical for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

When I stepped into the leadership role at Chicago Scholars more than a year ago, I began searching for other nonprofit leaders of color so we could share and learn from our common experiences in navigating the nonprofit landscape. I knew I’d have to look far and wide for these peers, as it’s common knowledge in our world that diversity is lagging at the highest levels.

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7 Best PayPal Alternatives for Nonprofits (By Category) [Updated 2022]

Donorbox

There’s no doubt that PayPal is a popular option for processing all kinds of payments. Many nonprofits rely on PayPal to collect donations. However, while it might seem like a convenient option, PayPal comes with some limitations that can hamper your fundraising efforts. To start with, it lacks fundraising features and branding opportunities. While you […].

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Role of the Nonprofit CFO in Executive Management: The CFO-ED Relationship

Blue Avocado

In the capacity of CFO for the past 25 years, I have partnered with seven executive directors in four different nonprofits. I have worked with an athletic director, an artist, and a number of social workers, and I have found nothing more satisfying than the give and take of a mutually respectful relationship with my […]. The post Role of the Nonprofit CFO in Executive Management: The CFO-ED Relationship appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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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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How This Nonprofit Increased Donations After Switching to Salesforce

Saleforce Nonprofit

PFLAG is the first and largest national chapter-based organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies. PFLAG works to empower individuals to be proud of their identity. We uphold our vision by providing peer-to-peer support, educating people on the issues that are important to the community, and advocating for inclusive policies and laws.

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3 Reasons Why Nonprofits Are Overlooking Planned Giving Opportunities

NonProfit PRO

Planned giving is traditionally based on two data points: the donor’s age (55 and older) and capacity (more than $1 million). However, Giving DNA’s Dawn Galasso cited those as the “most terrible predictors of planned giving” from a data perspective.

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Donorbox UltraSwift Pay | Make Giving a Breeze with Fast Payments

Donorbox

Presenting Donorbox with UltraSwift Pay — a simple-to-use, low-fee donation platform with super-fast payment processing. UltraSwift Pay brings the speed of action for an enhanced donor payment experience. It does this by allowing your supporters to use fast digital wallet payment methods such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal Checkout, Venmo, and Mercado Pago – […].

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Enhancing Your Prospect Research Efforts: 3 Things to Try

DipJar

Picture this: You’re taking a shot in the dark with a potential donor. You think they might be willing to contribute to your large-scale project, and they’ve agreed to meet with you at their office to chat. You arrive at the meeting prepared to talk about your mission and its importance. After you finish your presentation, the potential donor thanks you for your time and effort, but admits that they don’t feel a strong connection to your work and aren’t interested in contributing to your organiz

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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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Conference Planning 101 (Plus a Check List!)

Wild Apricot

If you’re considering hosting a conference, we say go for it — it’s an amazing way to offer professional development to your community, provide them with networking opportunities, and grow your own presence in your industry. Every.

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How Do You Get Your Board on Board With Monthly Giving? 

NonProfit PRO

I’m baffled that board members still need to be convinced that monthly giving is a thing, and that monthly giving is a great way to provide ongoing sustainable revenue for the organization.

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Boost Donations with Data-Driven Fundraising in 2022

Donorbox

Fundraising can feel like you’re throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks. Or you may be caught in the thought process of we’ve always done it this way. There is a better way. With data-driven fundraising, nonprofits can look at past fundraising successes and failures and better understand what may work with their […]. The post Boost Donations with Data-Driven Fundraising in 2022 appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Blue Fox Founder & CEO, Chantal Sheehan Shares Her Personal Story to Raise Awareness for Endometriosis Month and Women's History Month

Blue Fox

I'm risking here. I want to share a story with you, and I hope it will help you or someone you love one day. Almost a year ago, I was diagnosed with an incurable, chronic inflammatory condition called endometriosis. If you've never heard of endometriosis (or endo for short), I'm not surprised. Most people haven't. I really didn't understand what it was until I was diagnosed with it and forced to consult the interwebs.

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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.