Bloomerang

JANUARY 21, 2022

In today’s media environment where and how you communicate to your audiences is always changing. Find businesses that are a good match for your mission, and propose a mutually beneficial collaboration. Even videos shot on a smartphone can movingly capture how your nonprofit impacts your community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Instead of generating a profit that can be disbursed to shareholders or reinvested in the business, nonprofits funnel their revenue into things like research funding, program expenses, outreach, and work that directly impacts their mission. Furthermore, nonprofits receive different types of revenue than most for-profit businesses.

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Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

This skill can be actively honed and developed in three parts: A model to give feedback on how they are impacted by behaviors, the clarity to ask for the change in behavior they need to see, and the capacity to hear and receive feedback as a gift and not an indictment. Conflict management is also a must-have skill.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

Grant writing tip: While the task of writing a proposal often falls on the shoulders of a project manager or grant writer, anyone—even an outside consultant—with the proper skills could write the proposal. Areas served: Worldwide (communities where IGT operates). Costco Wholesale. Areas served: US. Change Happens Foundation.

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AccelEvents

APRIL 21, 2021

Creating a sustainable conference takes a lot of time and organization, but it is well worth the effort to reduce the impact that the events industry has on climate change. Sustainability isn’t always about environmental impact and can also mean that your event can sustain economic, social, and political changes.

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AccelEvents

APRIL 21, 2021

Creating a sustainable conference takes a lot of time and organization, but it is well worth the effort to reduce the impact that the events industry has on climate change. Sustainability isn’t always about environmental impact and can also mean that your event can sustain economic, social, and political changes.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Because participatory grantmaking means involving people from communities impacted by the funding, outline who those people or the communities are. Whose lives are being impacted by your funding? They might, for example, review synopses of eligible proposals and rank them, or vote to prioritize strategic issues or geographies.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2023

A holistic consultant can provide a deep dive into an organization’s culture and operations to find the root cause: Low staff morale may be the result of a poor work environment. Staff may not feel like their thoughts and opinions are valued, creating an environment of brewing resentment.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

The Ford Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals or inquiries; however, they do have a year-round open funding opportunity in the arts, specifically for documentary filmmakers. They provide access and opportunities in education, housing, mentorship, health care, environment, and the arts. Daniel & Pamella DeVos Foundation.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Your nonprofit mission statement is how you communicate your organization’s impact to supporters, clients, and the community at large. Mission statements are typically short and to the point, briefly communicating the nature of the organization’s work, impact , goals, and values. Why does your nonprofit exist?

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Evaluation and Impact Measurement: Methods for assessing the effectiveness and impact of nonprofit programs. Now, let’s say that, during a proposed budget review, you notice that the board has cut funding for a top-rated yearly educational program with your constituents. Surveys can be a great tool for this.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

This keeps us focused on projects that offer the greatest social impact for the resources invested. Benetech Labs is where the Benetech team and our social impact partners incubate new software-for-good applications. Benetech regularly (as in, more often than weekly) gets asked to build new products that make social impact.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 9, 2023

Providing board members with talking points and training on how to effectively share your nonprofit’s mission and impact during the event. Develop tailored proposals for each potential corporate partner, highlighting the benefits and opportunities of the partnership.

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Everyaction

MAY 2, 2018

Your board’s job is to look after the financial wellbeing of the organization and they will evaluate your proposals through this lens, so make sure to present your plans in a frame that will interest them. Your focus should be on showing them why the change that you are proposing is well worth the cost. Ditch the tech lingo.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 28, 2023

grant proposals, solicitation letters, etc.)? It allows us to expand our impact, reach more people in need, and bring our mission to life in new and exciting ways. I know that together, we have the power to achieve incredible things and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

The Ford Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals or inquiries; however, they do have a year-round open funding opportunity in the arts, specifically for documentary filmmakers. They provide access and opportunities in education, housing, mentorship, health care, environment, and the arts. Daniel & Pamella DeVos Foundation.

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Classy

APRIL 22, 2021

This is a guest post by Tori Callahan, Chief of Staff and Head of Sustainability and Stakeholder Impact. Just as we mobilize and empower our nonprofit communities to realize their missions, we must also turn inward and learn how our activities impact the planet that we and all of our stakeholders call home.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

Technology has never been such a large part of how nonprofits accomplish their goals and make an impact with their programs as it is now. If your charity is struggling to maintain its IT needs —unable to even imagine innovating its tech — consider managed IT services from our partner Tech Impact. Take the burden off.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Demonstrating impact, an essential part of any impact management strategy for nonprofit, and making change for good is the raison d’etre of every organization. With an increasing level of pressure to report on impact, taking a single step to meet this requirement is a great start. How does impact relate to both of these trends?

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Enhanced community impact. When team members have challenges in their personal and professional lives, it can impact how committed they are to their work. Then, open the floor for your creative workers to submit proposals for a great prize, such as extra paid time off or a gift card. Impact storytelling.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn is a major gift fundraiser and nonprofit communications expert who uses technology to amplify her impact and do more with less. A clear presentation of the facts and the argument in favor of support–and a well-targeted grant proposal that fits with the funder’s area(s) of interest–is often best. Meet Carolyn Appleton!

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 23, 2021

Lean is the means to highlight any current wasteful actions, streamline the expertise, and create an environment where nonprofits are thriving, not simply surviving. With a Lean approach to problem-solving, the services will improve, greatly impacting the staff member, client served, and the donor base. The many hats of nonprofits.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2021

8 Ways College Students Can Save the Environment Every Day. Fundraisers must understand they no longer just write hard copy fundraising letters and grant proposals. Arts and culture. Music Lessons and Activities for Your Digital Classroom. 5 Ways Theater Can Create Empathy and Fuel Democracy. Environmental. Health services.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

We are here to talk about reporting impact, specifically creating tools and some good processes to do that for your donors. You know, impact is always good for year end. well, five areas of conversation revolve around, “What is impact reporting? What is impact? So we have several different topics today and the four.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 21, 2022

Gamification (the process of adding game elements to non-gaming environments) can bring out friendly competition in your member base. When promoting your fundraising campaign, be specific about the impact that donations can have. Matching gift programs allow members to maximize the impact of their contributions. Host an event.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

For nonprofits interested in workplace giving, this guide will dive into how modern workplace giving software impacts these corporate philanthropy initiatives by answering these questions : What is workplace giving software? With any proposal, you need to explain why implementing your suggestion benefits whomever you’re persuading.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 9, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes Maximizing Nonprofit Impact: A Roadmap to Sustainable Fundraising In an era where resources are stretched thin and the need for positive change is greater than ever, nonprofits face the critical challenge of not just making an impact, but ensuring their efforts are sustainable in the long run.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 30, 2017

Given the harsh working environment for nonprofits , it is a perfect recipe for a whole bunch of burnt out nonprofit fundraising professionals and others. What we eat and drink can impact how our bodies and brains work. The good news is that once you know the signs of burnout, you can take steps to stop it.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Donors want you to spend their money on programs: helping people, rescuing animals, cleaning up the environment, or whatever your nonprofit does. An impact report costs money to print and mail, but it tells your top donors exactly how you spent their money. Many donors will perceive this as wasteful and harmful to the environment.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 20, 2019

Leveraging a volunteer’s talents and skills set, in addition to their time, can exponentially increase positive impact for your organization. More than 75% of companies now engage in social impact initiatives, and pro bono represents a significant and growing share of these programs – more than 50% at last count by CECP.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Among the proposed new gTLDs is.NGO.NGO will be the exclusive domain for local and global non-governmental organizations looking to advance their missions or to inspire their communities. Your online cause marketing efforts and overall impact will be strengthened. What does that mean exactly?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 14, 2012

The meeting wasn’t only about technical improvements, though attendees were incredibly enthusiastic and detailed in discussing changes that would have greatest impact in their day-to-day and long-term project goals. So if you are reading this and have feedback on how Martus can serve you better, please let us know at info@martus.org.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

You have to measure accurately, as well as create an environment where problems can be discussed openly so you can effectively evaluate what’s working and what’s not.” The blog goes on to make a proposal to Gates about how to change the culture: Please round up a bunch of venture capitalists. Use Measurement To Improve Results.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2010

Illustration by Jonny Goldstein of my SXSW panel proposal. I hope you’ll also vote for my panel proposal, Nonprofits and Free Agents in A Networked World and while you’re there vote for the other awesome nonprofit panel proposals (I’ve shared a list below). They want to connect. What are they good for?

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Let’s face it: consistent funding is the lifeblood of nonprofit work – without it, we cannot create the impact we want in our communities; and from individual giving to foundation grants and everything in between, there are so many different ways to go about fundraising.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

The software’s diagram component, results chains, conceptual models and threat ratings allowed her to carefully analyze the impact of wildfires on sedimentation and water quality in these areas. Elaina also proposed the introduction of a hotline for community members to report fire violations and a fire violation citations program.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Note from Beth: I’ve wrote about the importance of building resilience in networks given the complex and connected environment we live in today. Architect Stephen Cassell, for example, proposed protecting New York’s financial district with a ring of tidal salt marshes and wetlands around lower Manhattan.

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