NonProfit PRO
MAY 18, 2022
Back in the 1950s, when a reporter asked the notorious Willie Sutton why he robbed banks, he supposedly responded, “That’s where the money is.” Proponents of the business of philanthropy should heed this simple wisdom and cultivate relationships with the wealthiest prospects — those with the most capacity to give.
.orgSource
MAY 16, 2022
I once overheard a volunteer at a nonprofit organization say that replacing a key staffer would be easy. Not only did this employee have impressive credentials, she also was making significant contributions to the group. However, in this board member’s view, there were plenty of eager young professionals who could step into that important spot. […].
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
MAY 19, 2022
The effective accounting, donor management, and data analysis of donor activity has become essential as nonprofits have embraced online fundraising, virtual events, and fundraising on social media in recent years. As a result, more and more nonprofits are adopting CRM systems to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and help your nonprofit raise more for your mission.
VisionLink
MAY 20, 2022
We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the Great Rivers conference, May 23-26, in Madison Wisconsin! Come by and visit us in the exhibitor's area, and learn about some of the new features and modules recently added to CommunityOS® the most advanced platform available for community service, disaster relief, and coordinated care management. Dr. W.
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.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 18, 2022
Spring is here, and with it comes spring cleaning. Now could mark the perfect time for a little spring cleaning for nonprofit organizations — specifically sprucing up an organization’s board of governance. To evaluate whether adjustments need to be made, nonprofits should first consider these seven best practices and tips for building a strong board of governance.
Nimble AMS
MAY 17, 2022
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics latest Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary, employment openings increased to record levels in March, reaching 11.549 million vacancies. The number of job openings has been on the rise since the pandemic and continues to outpace the rate of new hires. Job quit numbers also rose in March to 4.5 million, increasing in business and professional settings. .
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Charity Village
MAY 17, 2022
We’ve tucked away a bonus policy inside the blog. Can you find it? Are you tempted to put off the task of reviewing and preparing your HR documents? Maybe it’s time to rethink that approach. You’ll likely have had more pressing things to take care of when you started running your nonprofit, and you might […]. The post 7 significant HR documents most nonprofits are missing appeared first on CharityVillage.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 16, 2022
Why is it we keep looking for some new way to do something when we know the exact steps it takes to get it done? Because the new thing feels so much better. And it looks so good and is easier. You just have to listen to it all, feel good and apply what you can. And, certainly, since it feels so good, it must work.
VisionLink
MAY 19, 2022
Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) , and to do our small part, Visionlink is pleased to announce our next Breakthrough Workshops series, focused on equity, accessibility, and inclusion. To learn more about GAAD, please click here. Please consider joining us for one or more of this Breakthrough Workshop series: 1) Passionate Pursuits of Social Good, Post Pandemic Resiliency Presenter: Dr.
Candid
MAY 19, 2022
If you work at a nonprofit or have thought about starting one, chances are you’re already familiar with the Form 990. All tax-exempt organizations, including foundations, must file some version of Form 990 with the IRS each year to comply with federal regulations. Because of that, they’re chock full of vital information about a nonprofits’ and foundations’ finances and operations. .
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.
Charity Village
MAY 19, 2022
Original Broadcast Date: May 19, 2022 Summary: With today’s world in constant flux, it is vital that leaders of nonprofit organizations understand the risks to their business and are adequately prepared and covered to protect against events that could threaten the viability of their organization. Hub International’s nonprofit experts explain the most common risk exposures […].
NonProfit PRO
MAY 16, 2022
A nonprofit organization is created with the best of intentions. It is a way to address the service gaps in the marketplace and to uplift the planet. When we forget the key element, that this is a business, we can do more harm than good for those we can be helping.
Hands on Fundraising
MAY 17, 2022
“Creative Deviations”… you know you’re going to find this one interesting right from the title. John Lepp and Jen Love are partners in an agency you’ve probably heard of. Agents of Good are known for their creativity and utter dedication to the humanity of fundraising. They’re also people I’m honored to call friends. So when […].
Blue Avocado
MAY 15, 2022
Imagine executives from the six largest school meal programs in the country, sitting around a table discussing how, together, they could make a difference in school food. By leveraging their buying power, they can change the industry. They decide to be the founding members of a 501(c)(3) and set off to put their passion into […]. The post Passion Meets Professionalism: Transitioning from Volunteer Leaders to Paid Staff appeared first on Blue Avocado.
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.
Charity Village
MAY 20, 2022
Nonprofit leaders are often so focused on building and supporting communities that they forget to protect themselves and their organizations too. If you have an office full of employees and volunteers, not to mention a board of directors, you need insurance. Nonprofits are susceptible to some of the same risks as the private sector, but […]. The post Demystifying insurance: What nonprofits need to know to protect their operations appeared first on CharityVillage.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 19, 2022
A colleague of mine recently asked me, “Can you have multiple monthly donor programs?” She and I both work with an organization that has multiple monthly donor programs, with the total revenue making up about 60% of all giving.
Donorbox
MAY 20, 2022
The nonprofit sector is said to be the third-largest employer in the United States. Many people may be surprised that an industry of charities could make enough to employ that many people. However, with over 1.7 million active nonprofits, the number of employees shouldn’t be a surprise. The nonprofit industry has many surprising statistics that […].
Candid
MAY 18, 2022
About a month ago, Candid was tagged in a social media post from someone who had visited the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Specifically, they saw the exhibition Giving in America , which includes one of the first copies of Foundation Directory. We loved seeing this unique piece of our past and wanted to learn more about the object and exhibition. .
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.
Charity Village
MAY 17, 2022
Deeply Rooted in Ethical Learning: Integrity to Do the Right Thing – this is the theme of the 2022 Provincial Conference for Volunteer Engagement Professionals-Ontario (PAVRO), the premier forum for sharing the latest ideas, trends, and strategies for volunteer engagement professionals in Ontario. Join us on Tuesday, May 17 and Thursday, May 19 from 11:00 […].
NonProfit PRO
MAY 20, 2022
Join CharityEngine on June 1st for an insightful webinar detailing what a peer-to-peer (P2P) campaign is and how it fits into any overall fundraising strategy. Using real-world examples from Wounded Warrior Project and other clients, we'll show you how a nonprofit of any size can amp fundraising by using this often-overlooked tool with actionable next steps.
M+R
MAY 17, 2022
Read time: 3 min. Donald Ross, the “R” in M+R, passed away a few days ago. . Donald was a deeply committed colleague, a lifelong and tireless advocate, the brains behind many movements that exist today, and an inspiration and friend to many of us in the social change universe. And, yes, also the reason M+R exists. . But here’s the thing: founding and running M+R is just one of his many accomplishments.
The Sponsorship Collective
MAY 18, 2022
When you think of your sponsors, what do you call them? If the answer is, “well, Chris, I call my sponsors…sponsors, duh,” then this article is for you. I know what you think I’m going to say. You should refer to your sponsors as partners instead, right? You can, but today I want to showcase […]. The post Sponsors Are Customers appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.
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!
Charity Village
MAY 16, 2022
Becoming a manager is a natural progression in a career journey. The role of a manager is appealing as it may lead to more influence, increased pay, and the opportunity to have more control over the direction of your career. However, the role may come with increased ambiguity, unclear expectations, and the need to manage […]. The post Are you thinking of becoming a manager?
NonProfit PRO
MAY 17, 2022
I have used the phrase, “We’re building the plane while we fly it,” as part of my mantra. Initially, I thought it was a professionally acceptable way to say, “We have no idea. We’re making it up as we go and we will get there with a solid outcome,” but most recently I realized what it means, and I discovered why it is a good line of thinking in the current landscape for nonprofit leaders.
sgEngage
MAY 18, 2022
With the weather warming up, fundraising events season is getting into full swing. And this year, at long last, our events are back to in person — mostly. Although many events will continue to have a hybrid component for some time to come, there’s no better opportunity to engage with your constituents than when you can provide them that hands-on experience with your mission. .
Wild Apricot
MAY 20, 2022
Thinking of starting an association ? Save yourself the headache and outsource your association management to a company or a software tool. In this post, we’ll take a look at both options, talk about why investing in association management software.
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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.
Charity Village
MAY 19, 2022
Cisco Canada released a new survey, conducted by Angus Reid, that highlights why organizations will need to put employees at the centre of hybrid work to create equitable employee experiences. At the same time, the survey also uncovered some of the challenges and concerns felt by employees when it comes to career growth in the […]. The post Hybrid work survey shows tensions between employee desire for flexibility and fear of career limitations appeared first on CharityVillage.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 17, 2022
As nonprofits emerge from pandemic-related challenges, data has become critical in preparing for what's next. Data Lake for Nonprofit Cloud, Powered by AWS, is a new open-source solution designed to make it even easier for organizations to leverage their Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud data.
The Sponsorship Collective
MAY 19, 2022
The time will come in your sponsorship program where you have to pick up the phone or shoot an email to a representative at the company you’d like to sponsor you. So many times, sponsorship seekers tell me about getting held up at this critical point in the sponsorship process because their progress is blockaded […]. The post Getting Around the Gatekeeper appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.
Whole Whale
MAY 16, 2022
Prediction: in 5 years using an AI writing tool that will be trained on your style and tone will become the standard. In the same way that 5 years ago it was hard to imagine that you’d be using tools like Slack and ZOOM daily, we see this shift as inevitable. Please humor the following thought experiment: if you wanted to beat Micheal Phelps in a race across a lake, what would you do?
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