The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact Ever been to a nonprofit event that left you in awe and inspired to make a difference? We all know those magical events that not only raise funds but also leave a lasting impression on everyone present. Well, guess what?

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sgEngage

APRIL 15, 2024

Here are five things you can do right now to stay focused and positively impact your Fall 2024 enrollment pipeline: 1. Despite the turbulence experienced with the (not really better) Better FAFSA, the goal should be to avoid deterring college access. Stay in contact with your prospects. Simplify the experience.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 9, 2022

Chris Johnson , a Real Estate Broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, serves as the President of the chapter’s Associate Board, whose charge is to raise funds for the organization’s work. Funds raised by the Associate Board help underwrite the costs of this program, which is a key part of fulfilling the local chapter’s mission.

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Candid

JULY 14, 2022

To address these inequities, our goal at Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA) is to boost reservation-based programs and projects that address immediate needs and long-term solutions. So, for over 30 years, we’ve raised our voice for Native communities, building trust through shared goals and finding resources to support them. .

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Celebrating National Immigrant Heritage Month: How Nonprofits Can raise funds and Show Support National Immigrant Heritage Month is all about celebrating the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of immigrants in our communities. Proceeds can go towards supporting immigrant communities.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Does negativity and alarm really raise funds?” —John, CEO of a civic education nonprofit Dear John, This is a top-of-mind question for many fundraising professionals. But the data doesn’t always support that view. Negative events impact our brains more than positive events. What’s your timeframe and goal?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 17, 2022

Pride Month is a great time to celebrate and reflect on the work activists and nonprofit organizations are doing to support the LGBTQ+ community. With that in mind, I wanted to share a list of funding and grant resources available for nonprofits serving that community. Funding Priority: LGBTQ+. Urgent Action Fund.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 24, 2023

To maximize the full potential of this period, organizations must explore innovative strategies to drive engagement, increase conversions, and amplify their overall impact. A successful year-end fundraising campaign can prepare your team for a well-funded new year. And that’s in addition to their regular matching gift program!

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Donor acquisition is the process of attracting new supporters and convincing them to donate to your cause through marketing efforts. Supporters should clearly understand what you do to aid beneficiaries and further your mission. Donor retention is how many donors continue to support your organization year over year. Learn More!

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

Today we will talk about how to help your audience visualize the impact their donation can have within your organization and then how to communicate the results when a campaign has ended. Studies show the more you can break down your goals and results for your donors, the more success you will have in raising money. . For example: .

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Candid

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

This shift was marked by commitments of increased funding, greater flexibility in grantmaking practices, and a focus on social and economic systems transformation. My many years of experience collecting and analyzing data as an evaluator naturally lead me to ask: What has been the measurable impact of this important shift?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. The first grants are to be awarded later this year.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different? It’s a common misconception that nonprofits don’t focus on financial goals since they’re not generating a profit. In fact, most nonprofits require a minimum level of fundraising each year to reach their mission goals. Many receive a combination of both.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 19, 2023

It’s confusing when you hear or see a word you don’t understand, and the same is true for your nonprofit supporters. To get you started, here are seven terms that your supporters may not immediately know. 1) Donation page Your donation page is a specific area on your website where a supporter can make a donation.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Delve into the features and benefits of the Giving Board Display and explore how it can help your organization raise more funds during fundraising events. Giving Board Customization for Every Occasion Whether you’re running an appeal, a fund-a-need , or any fundraising activity, the Giving Board Display is highly customizable.

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Kindful

AUGUST 9, 2021

Foundations in the United States focus their funding priorities on many different issues. If your nonprofit is seeking funding, it’s critical to identify the foundations whose interests and funding priorities align with your own. Funding Priority: Education. Global Fund For Children. Daniels Fund.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Our funder list below focuses on funding for those prioritizing senior care, opportunities and resources for elderly individuals, and for researchers focused on concerns that affect the elderly. See if any of these funders serve your community and if you can qualify for funding. (If Funding Priority: Elder/Senior Care.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 31, 2022

When measuring your impact, you probably do so in relation to the specific needs of the community you serve, but you are also just one in a broader network of organizations working collectively to create a sustainable future for all. Each step you take to maximize your impact creates a ripple that carries through to create global change.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. These organizations are currently offering grant and funding opportunities and/or accepting letters of inquiry or project ideas. . Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation. The Andrew W.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why and how Candid updated our racial equity funding site . The nationwide racial reckoning triggered by the 2020 murder of George Floyd has resulted in a dramatic increase in funding for racial equity. The result is a refreshed site that gives a more complete picture of past funding and allows for stronger comparisons over time.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

In this post, I’ll share funding and grant resources for nonprofits involved in the education sector. Their priorities range from facilitating book donation drives to supporting arts education to funding playground construction and family literacy programs. . Funding Priority: Education. The Awesome Foundation.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

To make it easier, we’ve organized the components of a nonprofit business plan into three categories based on your responsibilities: Board Support and Guidance Vision and Values Alignment Financial and Resource Planning Executive Summary: A brief overview of the nonprofit’s mission, goals, and strategies.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 29, 2022

Implementing a robust and modern fund accounting system can save your team time, make reporting faster, and give you more opportunity to focus on impactful work. But introducing a new fund accounting system can be a sizable undertaking—even when you know it will be worth it. Significant change requires significant planning.

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Let’s say you’ve been tasked with researching potential nonprofits to partner with on an upcoming funding initiative by doing some online research, using Google, Candid’s nonprofit profiles , or the like. What are your audience’s key motivations for supporting your nonprofit, or nonprofits, like yours? Explain your process.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Individual giving has seen a steep decline, with donors becoming more selective about the causes they support. This combination puts immense pressure on nonprofits to find creative ways to engage supporters and bring in donations. Ready to meet (and exceed) your 2024 fundraising goals? Don’t fake it. Authenticity builds trust.

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EveryAction

JULY 31, 2023

Needless to say, if you’re a fundraiser, meeting your organization’s fundraising goal is top of mind in the fall and winter. This empowers qualifying individuals to double the impact of each dollar they give, ultimately enabling nonprofits to do more with the funds they raise. Maximize corporate philanthropy funding.

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 14, 2022

Throughout this article, we’re going to cover the ins and outs of using an innovative new strategy, Facebook Challenges, to engage supporters through the following points: Introduction to Facebook Challenges. They offer a low barrier to entry for your supporters, many of whom have existing Facebook accounts and are familiar with the platform.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In our story, the resolution would be raising enough funds to provide every school child with a nutritional breakfast and lunch. And while there are times and places for these reports, storytelling for nonprofits to raise funds is not the time or the place. For those in our care, they’re getting the support they need.

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Candid

MAY 4, 2022

As a result, some foundations have started thinking about giving in a crisis before it even begins and developing a strategy to make sure that their funds have the most impact. The goal is not only to alleviate immediate needs but also to be a catalyst for a more equitable and just future.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

For nonprofits whose target audience is primarily underserved youth, the task of finding funding shouldn’t be difficult. See if any of the funders serve your community and if you qualify for funding. Funding Priority: Youth Programs. Funding Priority: Youth Programs. Global Fund for Children. Daniels Fund.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2023

Limited resources are a common challenge, and getting the support you need might seem out of reach. Your nonprofit can thrive and make an even greater impact by taking advantage of valuable resources like coaching services. A coach can help you make a bigger impact with the tools you already have. So, take heart!

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

They’re a powerful tool for communicating your impact, but what makes an annual report effective? You don’t have to jam all of these components into your annual report if they don’t reflect your goals. One of our favorite parts is their “Pushing Impact” section. Annual reports are a staple of nonprofit life. The Humane Society.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 29, 2023

In your fundraising constituent relationship management (CRM) platform, the donations received and the goals you set for your campaign can seem abstract, but your fundraising successes and setbacks will have a major impact on the communities, causes, and people you serve. Plenty of people with children donate money, too.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 15, 2022

Mobilizing Your Base and Engaging Supporters For the Moment—and the Long Haul. I’ve sat at a lot of tables where the question at hand is, how can we involve our supporters? We have the vision, the mission, the team, the expertise, and the programmatic goal right here, but how should we involve our supporters?

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2022

It’s an ambitious goal. He then uses that announcement to call others to action : I have an obligation to return my resources to society in ways that have the greatest impact for reducing suffering and improving lives. How can your nonprofit access those funds? But what is he going to do? That’s not all.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Traditionally, we think of impact as, “For X cost, the organization will serve Y number of people in Z amount of time to create A, B, C outcomes using D, E, F strategies.” All of which combine to make impact difficult to measure and explain. Our expectations around results are powerful. Redefine Success by Solution Testing.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Fund-a-need appeals are a great way to get potential donors excited about your organization. You can use this type of appeal to raise money for anything: from equipment that’s needed in your office to funds for a new program or initiative. Is your organization looking for funding to support one of its programs?

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