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How to structure your nonprofit social media plan

Get Fully Funded

If you want people from your social media to support your nonprofit’s activities, you need a nonprofit social media plan. You already know this: In the nonprofit realm, social media is life. It’s the easiest, most effective, and most direct way to talk with your followers, educate those who may not know you yet, and most importantly – gain and ask for support for your mission.

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Who Qualifies as a Major Donor Prospect for Your Organization? (3 Guidelines)

The Fundraising Authority

The following is an excerpt from our class How to Find New Major Donors and Get Them to Give to Your Non-Profit. Who qualifies as a major donor prospect for your organization? As you are looking for donors to make contact with and insert into your fundraising funnel, you don’t want to waste time. Who can you truly call a “major donor prospect?” Far too many organizations reply “everyone is a prospect” or “everyone with enough money is a prospect.

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Direct Mail Personalization Pays Off

NonProfit PRO

As a nonprofit, every penny spent on direct mail needs to be accounted for. It also needs to be justified. However, if you find a simple way to increase your ROI, you should jump all over it. That simple thing is direct mail personalization.

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As Culture Gains Importance—PCI Stays Ahead of the Trend

.orgSource

In a business climate that feels like a hurricane looms perpetually on the horizon, I’ve noticed an optimistic trend. Culture is a rising priority among CEOs. The most enlightened see positive values and a safe, equitable environment as key components of success. It seems contradictory that with the increasing focus on technology, there is also […].

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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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5 Simple Steps to Take Right Now to Plan Your 2023 Golf Fundraiser

Nonprofit Tech for Good

If your nonprofit is thinking about planning a golf fundraiser in 2023—whether it’s a brand new event or an established tournament—there are a few simple steps to take right now to make sure your outing is set up for success. 1. Start With Technology. The right technology tools are key to easy planning and successful execution of a golf fundraiser. Because golf events have unique components—like handicaps, flighting, hole assignments, scoring—having a platform that’s specifically designed for go

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Mastercard Extends Deadline: How to Comply to New Recurring Giving Regulations

NonProfit PRO

Mastercard extended the deadline for its new recurring donor payment regulations that include regular email receipts, online cancellation options and more. Here’s what we know now and what your nonprofit needs to know to be in compliance.

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Thursday Thoughts | Best Practices for Sustainer Program Communications

EveryAction

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Check out our last installment here ! Sustainer programs are growing in popularity—M+R’s Benchmarks for the year 2021 found that recurring giving grew by 24 percent over 2020.

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Giving Tuesday 2022: Everything You Need to Create a SMASH Campaign

Wild Apricot

If you want to crush your nonprofit’s annual fundraising goals, look no further than Giving Tuesday! Aside from December 31st, Giving Tuesday is the most charitable day of the year. With a simple hashtag and some marketing creativity, you can.

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The top five Salesforce Clouds association professionals leverage at their organizations

Nimble AMS

Are you interested in discovering what Salesforce Clouds can do for your association? Because Nimble AMS is built on Salesforce, choosing Salesforce Clouds can take your software investment to the next level. According to Salesforce research, innovation is necessary as member expectations continue to evolve. In the Salesforce State of Marketing report, 84% of marketers surveyed said customer expectations were changing their digital strategies. .

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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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3 Expert Tips on Fundraising in Today’s Economy

NonProfit PRO

One of the most pressing issues for today’s nonprofit professionals is the uncertainty of today’s economy. Inflation is skyrocketing, and consumer prices are through the roof. So, what does this mean for fundraisers? Logic would tell us that with higher expenses, potential donors have less money to give to their favorite causes.

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Can you negotiate your salary in a nonprofit environment?

Charity Village

The nonprofit world is focused on providing community services to the public with no intention of earning a profit. Unfortunately, people often think that this mission statement means that those who work in nonprofit organizations are not able to earn comfortable living wages. This is not true. The recognition of skills and employee experience still […].

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You Got the Grant! Now What?

Blue Avocado

Nonprofits that do not deliver on the terms of a grant contract are at risk of having to return the funding. Make sure you have a plan. The post You Got the Grant! Now What? appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Salesforce Winter ’23 Release: What You Need to Know

Cloud 4 Good

It’s that time of year again! Salesforce has just given us another loaded release with features that are sure to make your user experience easier and enhance your Salesforce instance. We’ve read through all of the release documentation to give you the highlights. Read on to learn more! Multi-Factor Authentication Auto-Enablement. While MFA is not a new feature to Salesforce, it is one that will be required by the end of 2023.

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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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5 Key Performance Metrics for Fundraising With Artificial Intelligence

NonProfit PRO

Artificial Intelligence can now be used to enable behavioral economics modeling (BEM), the well-established field that combines economics and psychology to comprehend how and why people behave the way they do when making financial decisions.

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“Sponsorship” Is a Bad Word

The Sponsorship Collective

If I asked you to come up with a list of bad words, sponsorship would be nowhere on that list, I’m sure. After all, it’s not the B-word or the F-word. It’s just sponsorship. What’s so bad about that? While maybe not as bad as some profanity, sponsorship is still a bad word, and I’ll […]. The post “Sponsorship” Is a Bad Word appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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2022 CharityVillage Award applications: Deadline approaching!

Charity Village

Have you submitted your nomination for the 2022 CharityVillage Awards? Hurry, the nomination deadline is September 15! Nominate a thought leader or transformational changemaker in the nonprofit sector for an award. Share their impact story and details in the application! Awards for Organizations Best Nonprofit Employer – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Best Nonprofit Employer – […].

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Nonprofit Mission Statements vs. Vision Statements

Whole Whale

Mission statements and vision statements are often confused for one another and therefore used interchangeably. Here we dive into what they are, why they are different, why that difference is important, and why you should have both. . What is the difference: Mission vs Vision Statement? The importance of both mission and vision statements starts with the “Why.

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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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4 Best Practices for Developing Engaging Volunteer Orientations

NonProfit PRO

Volunteer orientations present the opportunity to make a good first impression. They also allow your organization to get to know supporters, build relationships between volunteers, communicate your mission and confirm that volunteers understand their commitment to the cause.

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Social Sustainability: Why You Need to Tell Your Story (and how to do it).

Greater Giving

This is a guest article written by Utopia Experience. To learn more about their mission to be the world’s most innovative experience-creators (and find out how they’ve helped 200 nonprofits raise over $30 million in the last 3 years) visit utopiaexperience.com. When people hear the word “social sustainability,” they’re likely to think of coordinated efforts to protect the environment.

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How to prepare a budget for a grant proposal in 3 steps

Charity Village

In Canada, there are many grants and funding opportunities open to nonprofit organizations and growing businesses. Some are specifically designed to support hiring or skills training, while others are geared toward social development programs or innovative research projects. Because grants are non-repayable funds provided by a corporation, trust, foundation or governmental department, grant approval is […].

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An Action Plan For Embracing Change And Adapting Fast

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Today brings the new book, Build For Tomorrow , by Jason Feifer , Editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine and host of the podcasts Build For Tomorrow and Problem Solvers. “My new book is for anyone facing down an uncertain future, as well as a practical guide for every entrepreneur and aspiring entrepreneur,” says Feifer. Organized around the four phases of change, Feifer shares personal insights and learnings from his interviews with success entrepreneurs and changemakers who have experienced

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Authentique Agency Launches ‘Project 1800,’ to Help Local NonProfits with Marketing Services

NonProfit PRO

Authentique Agency announced the launch of its newest initiative, "Project 1800," an inaugural program developed to support the community by offering 1,800 pro bono hours annually to deserving U.S. nonprofits. Qualified organizations will receive free marketing resources and services from Authentique's team of professionals.

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A Better Feasibility Study: How to Prepare for a Successful Campaign

Bloomerang

The post A Better Feasibility Study: How to Prepare for a Successful Campaign appeared first on Bloomerang.

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The evolving nature of care during COVID: How you can benefit from innovations to employee benefit plans.

Charity Village

For most people, employee benefits seem dull and boring. Ask my kids what I do for a living and they will tell you, “I’m not sure, but it has something to do with benefits”. This is after many, many minutes of telling them about several aspects of the work I and our team produces for […]. The post The evolving nature of care during COVID: How you can benefit from innovations to employee benefit plans. appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Compensation in the new age: findings from Candid’s 2022 Nonprofit Compensation Report

Candid

The workplace landscape has fundamentally shifted since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. As more people are working from home and expecting flexibility with their hours, the demand for better benefits and higher compensation is on the rise. The younger generation is leading these efforts by realizing that they will no longer settle for lower paying jobs and that it is the employer’s responsibility to keep workers inspired, supported, and motivated. .

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Be Cautious When You Transition to a Different Sustainer Processor

NonProfit PRO

There is an important new trend where nonprofits have to or want to transition from one recurring donor processor to another. And there's been horror stories about the number of sustainers a nonprofit can lose if the organization doesn’t do it right. .

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Chasing Sasquatch: Assessing Your Organization’s Marketing Maturity

sgEngage

How do you know that your marketing strategy is effective? No matter the size of your organization or the scope of your marketing budget, it can be difficult to know where you sit in the journey towards marketing maturity. And, if you’re like many organizations you are trying to tackle all aspects of marketing with the same level of effort. So, if your approach is too broad, can you best pinpoint the tactics and channels which work best for the resources you have available?

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Year-End Fundraising Basics: From Donor List Vitality To Finding The Best Angle For Your Creative Content

Bloomerang

Across the nation, as summer draws to an end and mother nature prepare for her fall showstopper, so does the nonprofit sector. Listen carefully and you’ll hear the call going up in charity offices everywhere: What’s the plan for our end-of-year fundraising campaign ? There is no one size fits all answer to this question. While one particular organization may get greater traction with their in-person events , another makes better use of their donor relationships.

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How Organizations Use Data to Scale Service Delivery

Saleforce Nonprofit

By: Marjorie Justice, Creative and Technical Writer, Provisio Partners. Many human services agencies struggle to share program outcomes with funders and use data to understand how their programs are performing. Institute for Career Development and Asian Human Services worked with Provisio Partners to reimagine how they delivered human services. They share how they are scaling service delivery using data to gain a holistic view of their clients and programs.

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The Importance of Reunions for Education Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

An institution’s alumni are a reflection of its past, a representation of its present, and a link to its future. An alumni reunion is a memorable event where attendees can reminisce about the good old days with former classmates. It can also provide tremendous increases in alumni giving to their alma mater. .