.orgSource
JUNE 9, 2021
What should we call it—the New Normal, the Next Normal, Another Normal? Please let go of normal. When the DJ stopped playing oldies, Normal left the party. Since well before the pandemic, I’ve been urging my colleagues and clients to consider that stability in the digital marketplace is a dangerous illusion. Guiding our association clients […].
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 10, 2021
Social giving experiences were some of the most drastically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. As we emerge from an extended period of social distancing, it’s important to reexamine how giving experiences and expectations have changed and what lessons we can learn from virtual fundraising.
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Wild Apricot
JUNE 11, 2021
So you want to start a membership site. Maybe you’re interested in developing a new source of recurring revenue. Maybe you have a lot of knowledge on a specific topic that you’re dying to share with the world. Or maybe you’re already.
Bloomerang
JUNE 7, 2021
For many of you, this is your fiscal year-end. That means you need to make sure you don’t lose any of those donors you took such pains to acquire last year. It also means tying up loose ends to assure you don’t leave money on the table. For those of you on a different fiscal year, skip down to “Cleaning up your Prospect Database” and save this checklist for whenever the time is right for you. 8 Fiscal Year-End Donor Retention Action Strategies + Practical Tips.
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.
Candid
JUNE 11, 2021
Many nonprofit leaders say that increased financial support from funders and the government helped their organizations fare better through 2020 than originally anticipated, a report from the Center for Effective Philanthropy finds. Based on a survey conducted in February of CEP's Grantee Voice panel, the report, Persevering Through Crisis: The State of Nonprofits , found that 66 percent of respondents said the COVID-19 pandemic has had a "moderate" (38 percent) or "significant" (28 percent) n
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 7, 2021
As I’m sure you can imagine, I receive questions about how best to grow monthly donor programs all the time. One of the first things I do is look at the organization’s website. How easy is it to find the monthly giving option? How easy is it to find the donation page to begin with?
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Bloomerang
JUNE 10, 2021
Would working out of the office vs. working help nonprofit organizations in the long term? The pandemic jet-fueled significant shifts in the world’s work-life pattern. Yet had COVID-19 hit twenty years earlier, the effect would have been far more devastating. . It just so happened that relatively new technologies were in place and waiting, prepared to cushion the blow.
Classy
JUNE 8, 2021
Given its member base of 756 million global professionals in over 200 countries, LinkedIn can be a powerful social media platform to help achieve your organization’s goals. Not only are LinkedIn members highly engaged and often interested in philanthropy, with 53% already donating to nonprofits and 60% saying they’re interested in volunteering, but they can also hold the keys to corporate partnerships , grants, and more.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 8, 2021
When assembling an internal team to direct meaningful efforts around social issues, organizations must include members of those populations most impacted. Bringing a set of diverse, representative voices to the table enables productive dialogue and opens the door to nonprofit organizations from multiple.
Candid
JUNE 9, 2021
Participatory grantmaking [i] is no longer new. And it’s here to stay. . To be clear, participatory grantmaking has never been new. This more just and equitable approach to philanthropy has been practiced for decades and the ethos it is based in—that those closest to the problem are the closest to the solutions—has deep roots in community organizing, deliberative democracy, and even in philanthropy itself. .
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.
Kindful
JUNE 10, 2021
Writing a thank you letter is a professional courtesy that goes a long way in letting donors know you appreciate their generous contribution to your nonprofit. No matter how big or small the gift, a heartfelt thank you is always in order. Below, we’ll run through how to write the perfect thank you letter and describe how your nonprofit’s CRM software can help streamline the process when you have multiple letters to send.
Bloomerang
JUNE 8, 2021
This is part 4 in a 4-part series. Read part 1 and part 2 and part 3. . By now we know that your communication efforts will be much more effective when there is a clear plan in place. It’s important to determine goals and objectives , understand your audience , and develop a coherent message as first steps because having these pieces in place will help you identify the best medium or communication channel for each nonprofit message. .
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 8, 2021
Once you’ve identified that it is time for new peer-to-peer fundraising software, then it’s time to find the right software for your nonprofit. One of the best ways to do this is to issue a request for proposals, or RFP. A well-developed RFP can go a long way toward the success of your P2P fundraising software selection.
Candid
JUNE 8, 2021
If you are a nonprofit organization, IT support is more than just a luxury. It's mission-critical. As the world becomes increasingly technologically advanced, it is not enough to have an up-to-date website and social media presence. Nonprofits need 24/7 IT support to stay on top of their game in this ever-changing environment while maintaining an active donor base and engaging volunteers.
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.
Kindful
JUNE 8, 2021
Not every nonprofit board member needs to be a financial whiz to effectively serve on a board. But some general knowledge about financial literacy will bode well. Why? Because no one wants board members approving budgets that they don’t fully understand or making decisions to expand staff when they aren’t clear if the budget can withstand additional salaries and benefits or voting on fundraising approaches when they don’t understand cost/benefit analysis.
Bloomerang
JUNE 9, 2021
Has anyone ever asked you, “I just don’t get it. What’s the formula for effective fundraising?” . Well, here it is: 12141. Say this out loud: One Two One, Four One. Or another way: One to One, for One. Sounds good, but what does it mean? This is the “formula” for just about all effective fundraising strategies. Sure, it’s a bit gimmicky, but it works.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 9, 2021
One of the things our marketing team is always looking to understand is what nonprofits need. In our requests for what people want to learn, one of the topics that rose to the top was Google Ads. This article will lay out some of the fundamentals discussed in a recent webinar on the topic.
Bonterra
JUNE 9, 2021
Peer-to-Peer fundraising campaigns (P2P) are incredibly effective and especially well-adapted for the virtual-based world we currently find ourselves in. But they do have a lot of moving parts and are only as effective as the content you create.
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.
Classy
JUNE 7, 2021
Boosting your nonprofit’s recurring donor acquisition can help establish a consistent stream of revenue, improve cash flow, and provide much needed support during fallow periods. Even though monthly donors generally give smaller amounts on a per gift basis, they are over five times more valuable to your nonprofit than one-time donors and are more likely to take additional actions for your nonprofit on top of their monthly gift.
Bloomerang
JUNE 5, 2021
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who wants advice on the effectiveness of major donor thank you parties. Dear Charity Clairity, . I’d love your feedback on the effectiveness of major donor thank you parties.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 7, 2021
Oftentimes, artificial intelligence does not work for nonprofits. Not because of the people involved, but because of the challenges inherent in adopting new technologies. Below are the most common obstacles to AI in nonprofits and our recommendations on how to fix these problems.
Nonprofit AF
JUNE 7, 2021
Quick note before we start: Several groups across the country are putting on a PEEP (Party to Enhance Equity in.
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
JUNE 11, 2021
The acronym DEI, which stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, is circulating rapidly across workplaces around the globe. We know DEI is something to strive toward, but do we really understand what it means, or more importantly, how to implement a DEI plan effectively? Diversity in the workplace implies an organization is made up of […]. The post 7 key steps to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace appeared first on CharityVillage.
The Sponsorship Collective
JUNE 9, 2021
In all my guidance on this blog, I always talk up the importance of high-quality assets and activation ideas. I do this for a reason. After all, your assets and activation are what you sell to the sponsor. You want to earn a premium, so they have to be worth buying. I’ve had a lot […]. The post Finding High-Value Sponsorship Opportunities appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 9, 2021
30% of adult donors in the U.S. identify as Social Donors. Are you tapping into them? We conducted an online survey of 1,000+ Social Donors to examine how giving experiences evolved over the past year. The study offers findings on Social Donor motivators, engagement, retention, as well as insights on when donors will be ready to return to in-person events.
Achieve
JUNE 11, 2021
Virtual events have become a key promotional tool for nonprofits to attract new supporters. However, with all the effort that goes into planning a successful event, it can be easy to forget to continue. cultivating relationships. after your event wraps up. While one-time attendees are appreciated, it is much more cost effective to turn these guests into repeat attendees.
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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.
Donorbox
JUNE 10, 2021
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. As a result, PayPal might not be the best option for your […]. The post 6 Best PayPal Alternatives for Nonprofits in 2021 (By Category) appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
CauseVox
JUNE 9, 2021
Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. With the majority of daily activities taking place over the web, it’s no surprise that we’ve also observed a rise in virtual fundraising. According to the latest M+R Benchmarks study , online giving increased 10% in 2019 and has been steadily on the rise, while monthly online giving has increased by 22%.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 11, 2021
Bad data is bad business, and there’s a cost to it: Inaccurate reporting, inefficient business process, and wasted time can equal a loss in donations. Read our best practices guide on tips for data cleansing,so you can make the most of your data and deliver an amazing supporter experience!
Double the Donation
JUNE 10, 2021
by Mark Becker, Founding Partner, Cathexis Partners. Peer-to-peer campaigns are a key part of many nonprofits’ fundraising strategies. If you’re running peer-to-peer campaigns, it’s important to strike a balance between growing your peer-to-peer fundraising programs and working with limited resources. . With this in mind, here are eight simple yet impactful ways to improve your peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and events: .
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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.
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