Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Growing a nonprofit takes more than just passion: you also need creativity, persistence, and a handful of nonprofit leadership skills to guide your organization through the growth years and fulfill your mission. It can attract a lot of support, with donors and volunteers lining up to help. How strong is each skill for you?

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

Support Adaptation Emotional intelligence offers a path to support teams and helps them acquire the skills to become digitally proficient. Building these skills helps teams to be comfortable in environments that are characterized by change. Motivation— supports developing strategy, setting goals, and staying focused.

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Volunteer Hub

APRIL 12, 2022

If you want volunteers to keep volunteering, your organization must support them. Here are 5 ways to better support your volunteers and drive the most value from them in 2022. One of the best ways to get the most value from your existing volunteers is by making sure that they are engaged, empowered, and supported.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Having been the only one in my business school class who chose a career in the nonprofit sector, I was able to use my MBA training to lead change and turnarounds. But the reality is that these people won’t necessarily be effective in a governance role. Reality 3: The board is not a reward.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 21, 2024

By Patrick Ciccarelli , Founder & CEO of Varsity Technologies – a Certified B-Corp and Managed IT Services Provider (MSP) providing first-class IT solutions tailored to the nonprofit sector to help mitigate risk and support their mission. Data Bias: Prejudice or skewed results in AI systems due to biased training data.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Learning about the platform on which your association management software (AMS) is built helps you level up your skills and make the most of your technology investment. . Up-levelling and rebuilding staff skills is critically important when it comes to keeping an organization going strong. At Nimble AMS, we think so. Learn more.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

For very small nonprofits, this may not be true, but for medium and large nonprofits—or small nonprofits with a desire to grow their brand recognition and donors base—it’s becoming widely understood that new media managers have a unique and valuable skill set. Good Writing Skills. First and foremost, it’s a writing position.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A CRM is the backbone of effective communication, engagement , and fundraising strategies. In order to unlock its full potential, your team needs to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills. In this guide, we’ll provide four CRM training best practices.

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2024

There is plenty of advice out there, and most leaders have the management skills to retool organizational structures for better communication and greater agility. And staff training will ensure that everyone has insight into their numbers. Consider Temporary Support Another option is to contract temporary support.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The effects of employee turnover at nonprofits can be big. One effective approach is to emphasize software training. One effective approach is to emphasize software training. But making software training a central part of how your organization operates is easier than you might think.

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Here are a few actionable strategies to help you create an effective retention plan. Have you ever considered allowing that volunteer to train others on how to efficiently complete that specific task? Be flexible and considerate of your supporter’s schedule. Communicate effectively.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Nonprofit leaders need to commit to a mindset of continuous learning and professional development to remain relevant and effective in their current roles. Here are five reasons for investing in personalized professional development for leaders and strategies to support your professional journey.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Online silent auctions help non-profits raise funds effectively without having to organize a full-scale in-person event. Supporters simply need a mobile or desktop device to participate. 2) Appeal to a Range of Budgets Your donors and supporters will have different financial capacities. Want to see for yourself?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

million volunteers are currently needed to support nonprofits (VolunteerMatch). Onboard and Train Volunteers. They appeal to those who may be interested in volunteering because they enjoy helping others or have a personal connection to the cause that the organization supports. Volunteers are a lifeline for many nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 17, 2021

In today’s world where the success or failure of your mission will hinge on your team’s ability to leverage technology effectively, having a mission-focused, technology-agnostic partner who fills the gaps, get things done, and looks out for your best interests is an essential strategy for every nonprofit – no matter the size.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 3, 2022

Training, development and resource support are often scarce within the sector, leading to increased workload and decreased training for necessary roles, which adds to the “struggle to hire and train employees,” as Paul Light asserts. They take humility, hard work and support. One team = one dream!

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. This cultivates a community of dedicated supporters. Effective communication improves experience. Responsiveness.

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.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

The deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Trye Nichols prompted vocal support for social justice throughout the business community. Based on my anecdotal experience, most associations support the idea that a diverse leadership and workforce contributes to their success. Five percent of association CEOs are women.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

One bit of wisdom is that like most skills, managing a remote team is both easier and more complicated than we could have imagined. These skills can now be put to use under less urgent circumstances. With limited access to body language, tone, and context, precise communication becomes an essential skill. How are you doing?

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The MatrixFiles

MAY 1, 2024

All of this new work is prompting new offerings by Matrix Group, necessitating new training for my staff, and creating a need for new skills sets and new positions at the company. When I sent everyone home in March 2020, we already had a well-defined and well supported remote work policy.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 27, 2022

An essential part of creating an effective and sustainable nonprofit is recruiting the right people. If donors only wish to support program spending, a nonprofit cannot survive. She is the co-founder and president of the Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona, where she trains speakers and creates educational interfaith events.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

When you work at a nonprofit or public library, it might feel like you constantly need to learn new skills to stay on top of emerging technology and adoption. Thankfully, there are many free or inexpensive training programs that can help you polish your technology skills. Register now for online training.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 17, 2022

Modern technology streamlines work processes, allowing employees to take on new projects and grow their skill sets. . Technology investment is a requirement now,” says Wes Trochlil, President of Effective Database Management. . Offer technology training for all employees. Welcome technological feedback from members.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2023

The reason storytelling is so effective at capturing people’s attention is simple. Moreover, an online search may take your prospective supporter to other platforms like YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and, of course, Candid. Tell stories to meaningfully engage and form genuine connections with your supporters. It’s human.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Conduct staff training. Online support: Add AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants to your website to answer frequently asked questions, process donations, and provide donors with round-the-clock support. Conduct staff training. This includes providing them with educational resources and hands-on training.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

Are you reaching these donors effectively, or are you frustrated because you’re unable to contact a percentage of your donor base? Your supporters often engage with your organization using more than one channel. Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Good Technical Support Team. DonorPerfect has the best support in the industry.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 6, 2018

Designing the meeting so it is effective and encourages team-building can be tricky. How to Design an Effective Staff Retreat: A Lesson from Life – Guest Post by Karen Axelson from ETR. The planners of this event offered some valuable lessons for any organization on how to design effective and engaging retreats.

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Candid

JANUARY 17, 2024

Free nonprofit educational resources Most nonprofit leaders hold deep expertise in their organization’s focus area, but not everyone working in the social sector arrives equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to fundraise effectively. It’s free for nonprofits to update their profile and earn a Seal of Transparency.

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Bloomerang

MAY 16, 2023

Nonprofit organizations rely heavily on the support of their board members to achieve their missions. Many board members may not understand the complexities of fundraising or how to effectively communicate the organization’s message to potential donors. One way to do this is to incorporate training into board meetings.

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Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Recognizing volunteers effectively can positively impact your retention rates. Adding recognition to your nonprofits volunteer program is just one more way of enticing supporters to continue to donate their time regularly. Sometimes it is easy to forget that the little things go a long way in effectively recognizing volunteers.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 23, 2014

Join me for a FREE Webinar: Training Tips that Work for Nonprofits on Jan.29th I’ll be sharing my best tips and secrets for designing and delivering training for nonprofit professionals that get results. The physical space where you deliver your training is just one piece of the instructional design puzzle.

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Interning at Candid for nearly a year provided valuable professional experience that will no doubt be of interest to future employers, including how to work effectively in a remote environment. You can practice skills, such as presenting in an online setting, writing professional communications, and asking for feedback.

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Classy

JUNE 15, 2021

We hope to provide innovative and effective solutions to the problems your organization is facing, and help connect you with other changemakers who can offer support. . Supporter Management. Take and share our courses, and then apply the skills you’ve learned. Q: What makes Classy Academy different? Build a Campaign.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

By Beth Kanter & Joan Garry Leading with empathy is one of the most effective ways to avoid burnout at your nonprofit. From our previous conversations, we’ve realized that empathy is not just a warm and fuzzy “soft skill,” but an essential leadership skill to ensure that your nonprofit’s work survives and thrives in the future.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Volunteers provide nonprofits with the on-the-ground support they need to further their missions, whether that means helping to build homes, providing meals for food-insecure families, mentoring local youths, or cleaning up trash at local parks. Train volunteers. This can help you promote your program more effectively down the line.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 23, 2024

Equipping them with volunteer orientation knowledge ensures they understand the value proposition of volunteers and can champion: Effective Volunteer Recruitment: Board members and committee members can leverage their networks to attract skilled volunteers.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 15, 2021

You may be thinking that it’s not the right time to consider additional employee training at your organization because everyone is stressed about the pandemic. However, that’s actually what makes it a perfect time to invest in new training programs! So how can you, in the words of Peter Drucker, “teach people how to learn?”

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