Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Keep the conversation going: Develop relationships with potential members through regular updates and check-ins. Make sure they’re memorable and informative by using these events as opportunities to build relationships, answer questions, and showcase the impact of board service on organizational outcomes. Communicate the expectations.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2020

1) Review the Year: I use tool called the “ Year Compass, a free downloadable booklet that provides a set of structured reflection questions that help you look back and ahead. I call it my “ To Do, To Done, Don’t Do, Reflection List.” I also use it as a reflection as the year progresses.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 21, 2023

To effectively advance your cause and push your fundraising goals forward, your nonprofit needs a strong internal infrastructure and team. This initial reflection will help your nonprofit identify your strengths and weaknesses and determine how you can grow. Support your donor stewardship strategy.

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

As your nonprofit organization continues to grow, it’s time to consider investing in an effective fundraising platform that truly accommodates your nonprofit’s size, financial needs, and developing fundraising strategies. Why is fundraising important for nonprofits? Leverage Nonprofit Fundraising Best Practices.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 20, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question come from a fundraiser and donor who wants advice on how to handle poor donor engagement: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m a fundraiser, but also a donor. And for many donors, giving is a reflection of who they want to be.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 14, 2024

Nonprofits can benefit from using various software tools, such as constituent relationship management solutions (CRMs), marketing software, and more. Your nonprofit staff may already have experience running a storefront or selling items through product fundraisers , which include bake sales, cookie dough sales, candy grams, and more.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

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. GivingTuesday and the nonprofit end-of-year fundraising cycle are quickly approaching!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 3, 2019

I call it my “ To Do, To Done, Don’t Do, Reflection List.” ” I use it for planning and goal setting as well as to reflect along the way. for my journal or my “ To Do, To Done, Don’t Do, Reflection List.” As the part of my monthly review, I reflect on my themes and habits to improve.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 29, 2023

Online fundraising is increasingly essential for nonprofits, but these types of initiatives come with unique challenges. Average online fundraising revenue declined by 4% in 2022 after two years of monumental growth inspired by the global pandemic. What are online fundraising platforms? Report on fundraising data.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 19, 2019

I presented and facilitated a small group activity on rituals. Workplaces are tapping into the power of ritual to create a sense of community, build relationships in the workplace and reduce stress. Another way to practice reflection is to incorporate a five minute reflection at the end of every meeting to reflect on meeting norms.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2020

Since those days, I have continued to hone my virtual facilitation skills to design and deliver effective virtual meetings and trainings. This post is #2 in a series I’ll be publishing on virtual meeting facilitation. The first post was an overview of 9 virtual facilitation tips.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2023

It is essential to adapt your fundraising strategies to engage and involve those age 50 and above effectively. Additionally, they may have reached a point in their lives where they are reflecting on their legacy and the impact they want to leave behind. These tips include how to make a planned gift request without making it awkward.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Turning Crisis into Community: How to Make Emergency Donors Lifelong Supporters As nonprofit professionals, we are all too familiar with the cycle of emergency fundraising. This emergency response communication sets the foundation for building lasting relationships.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising is a powerful online fundraising strategy that empowers individuals to fundraise on behalf of your cause. But without an effective volunteer recruitment strategy, finding participants for peer-to-peer fundraisers can be challenging. Prepare participants with a peer-to-peer fundraising guide.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . You are the philanthropy facilitator. . You can be a grant writer or direct mail specialist or fundraising events specialist. Often fundraisers are looked at disdainfully as money-grubbers.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 1, 2022

50% of nonprofits receive the majority of donations from October through December, so it’s critical that you have a plan in place to maximize your fundraising efforts during this time. It’s crucial to understand just how important year-end fundraising is for your organization. to submit tax-deductible gifts.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 23, 2024

Due to their size, major gifts can be game-changers for fundraising teams. One major gift-size donation can be the difference between meeting your fundraising goal and not. of all donated income comes from major gifts fundraising—that’s a substantial chunk of revenue! They’re substantial funding for a nonprofit.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event—and for good reason. And, this type of fundraiser can be applied to all types of organizations and their audiences! You’ve come to the right place to learn more about how to plan a silent auction for fundraising. How Nonprofits Use Silent Auction Fundraising.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Events are a staple in the nonprofit sector, helping to meet various purposes like fundraising, donor acquisition, and supporter engagement. Common ideas for in-person nonprofit events include fundraising galas, donor acquisition lunches, and community engagement events. Personal interactions. Community building.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Elizabeth Abel will explore the role of the board in elevating fundraising activity and discuss effective strategies to recruit, engage, and deploy diverse board members as fundraising ambassadors. Yeah, engaging those board members to be fundraising ambassadors. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started?

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

From running your programs on the ground to soliciting gifts for your online fundraising campaigns , your volunteers work around the clock to support your cause. Therefore, it’s essential to have the right technology in place to easily manage your volunteers and facilitate their transition into their new roles.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2023

Consider your own user pathways and design your site to facilitate a faster transfer of information. Your organization may accept donations online to support your annual giving campaign , a capital campaign, or other fundraising initiatives. Tell your organization’s story. This can help create a memorable connection with your audience.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 27, 2010

Some Reflections. On this two minute video, Dan Hanley, Director of Development, Boulder County Aids Project, talks about how Twitter is a useful tool in his fundraising work primarily for Twitter’s ability to connect and develop relationships with new donors. The Colorado Trust blog has notes here.).

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 5, 2020

As a nonprofit professional, you know that the fundraising landscape changes each year. However, no one could have predicted the effects that COVID-19 would have , with many nonprofit organizations now solely relying on virtual fundraising efforts to continue operations. Catering to the needs of your various audiences. Ready to begin?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2023

Essential nonprofit CRM features 9 of the best nonprofit CRM solutions available Steps to find and implement the right nonprofit CRM for your needs Your nonprofit’s CRM is an essential tool for scaling up your fundraising and donor engagement efforts, so your team should be experts in knowing what type of platform to look for.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Note from Beth: I’m facilitating a peer exchange for the Knight Foundation for a group of grantees that are hosting a Giving Days over the next year using its recently published Giving Day Playbook. Fundraising' The team at GiveMN had a powerful learning experience that are showing below.

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DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 13, 2023

Your database can also help you record key details about donors such as their communication preferences, helping to strengthen donor relationships, increase retention, and attract new donors. Data analytics allow your organization to track and quantify the impact it has on clients or the progress you’ve made toward your goals.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 29, 2014

Along with overcoming their fear of asking for money, students learned valuable lessons in fundraising, speaking about their career goals and networking. She is a trained facilitator, court mediator and certified to provide “Framework for Understanding Poverty” through AHA Process.

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Nonprofits Source

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Strengthen relationships with supporters. This will facilitate users’ reading experience and create a feeling of continuity so all of your web pages feel like they belong to your nonprofit. . Maintain a colour contrast ratio of at least 4:5:1 to facilitate a positive reading experience. Increase your nonprofit’s credibility.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 5, 2009

While initially driven by "free agent" fundraisers (those not on the organization's board or staff, but who are fans and social media users), we'll begin to see more and more as nonprofits adopt social media as part of their fundraising tool box. SM4SC's goal was to raise a $20,000 donation with $13,214 contributed as of today.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 4, 2016

I had a wonderful break – filled with fun, family, walking, hiking, reading, quiet, and reflection. One annual ritual is to create “To Do/Not To Do/Reflection” notebook where I use modified bullet journaling to track my progress. I also designed and facilitated a six month peer learning cohort with colleague Stephanie Rudat.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 28, 2013

Note From Beth: A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to participate in a meeting with other capacity builders who work with networks. I wrote a quick reflection on some of the techniques used to facilitate the meeting. just strategy, or just process facilitation, or just fundraising).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 2, 2015

Facilitator for Learning Network: Most of my work is designing and delivering capacity building projects for nonprofits literally all over the world and here in the US. It is about making it possible for participants to capture, share, and reflect on what they have learned. Year in Review.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

They take care of your facility, give tours of your museum, welcome attendees to your annual gala, and pass out medals at fundraising races. Learn how Qgiv can help you and your volunteers make the most of your fundraising efforts! Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. Request a Demo.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 12, 2010

But there was something else at play for me this year, my fourth, celebrating my birthday with social media and a networked fundraising campaign for the Sharing Foundation. One of things I've learned about social media and doing fundraising for causes is that you will be surprised! And connected with Mark Horvath.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

If you’re not using social media to meet supporters where they are, then you’re missing out on an opportunity to build meaningful relationships and drive support for your mission. . Facebook: With live streaming and story capabilities, Facebook is ideal for spreading the word about your upcoming fundraisers and events. Donation tools.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 30, 2015

” I facilitated an interactive featured session on why and how leaders should be engaged on social as well as other insiders (employees, board, and volunteers). Social Fundraising Basics. Today I presented on a “featured session” at the United Way Community Leaders Conference in Grapevine, Texas.

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