Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 20, 2024

A supplemental post to 101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits , the statistics listed below can guide your nonprofit in creating and maintaining a successful online fundraising strategy. Great Nonprofits ] 84% of online donors are more likely to give if their donations are matched by their employer.

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Candid

JUNE 10, 2024

Grantseekers look to grantmaking organizations to demonstrate their commitment to fairness before applying for funding. Donors, funders, and nonprofit organizations all have a real stake in best practices in these processes, because they can impact the availability of resources and the caliber of the applicant pool.

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VQ Strategies

MAY 17, 2023

What is strategic volunteer engagement – and why does it matter? Driven by the power of volunteer energy and grounded in comprehensive research, the Initiative for Strategic Volunteer Engagement launched to answer this exact question. The post What is Strategic Volunteer Engagement?

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Charity Village

JUNE 23, 2023

Volunteer Alberta invites nonprofits and charities to access the Volunteer Screening Program (NOTE: You do not need to be a member of Volunteer Alberta to use the resources and funding available through the Volunteer Screening Program).

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VQ Strategies

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

After years of meetings, dialogue, presentations, advocacy, (and yes, maybe even some proverbial hair-pulling in frustration), today was the launch of the Initiative for Strategic Volunteer Engagement and the release of landmark research about how organizational leaders and funders view and prioritize volunteer engagement.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 14, 2021

Most nonprofits and membership organizations depend on volunteers to help run projects, raise funds, organize events, and even manage day-to-day administration. These individuals are also likely members, supporters or donors – the very folks.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 21, 2023

Technology is Changing the Way We Give Back Nonprofit volunteering has long been a way for individuals to give back to their communities and make a difference in the world. However, the rise of technology has brought about significant changes in the way we approach nonprofit volunteering.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 20, 2022

Why Should Nonprofits Care About Web3? Web3 is already changing the way people think about giving out personal identifiable information (PII) online, how they invest and store their money, and what kinds of transparency they expect from companies and brands they interact with online, including nonprofits. Nonprofits and the Metaverse.

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Bloomerang

MAY 27, 2021

But as the Coronavirus appears on the backfoot, it’s a good moment to take stock of the damage it’s done and consider the financial opportunities of volunteer re-engagement and new funding currently available. The challenge of human resources: volunteer re-engagement.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 19, 2023

By Jeni Putalavage-Ross , SVP of Operations at Ribbon – a platform helps nonprofits and charitable individuals start nonprofits quicker while saving time, money, and effort. Lean startup”, “bootstrapped startup”, “pre-seed startup”… Silicon Valley uses these terms all the time, but what is the nonprofit equivalent?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

*This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs. Fundraising events are a lifeblood for so many nonprofits. They can also be a major undertaking where the need for volunteers to support the event is high. Click here to read Part I. There are also several states in the U.S.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Without these dedicated supporters, many nonprofits would struggle to reach their annual goals. However, successful volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention are no easy feat. That’s where volunteer management software comes in.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 26, 2023

Funds are an essential part of gift management. Funds are used to track gifts and pledges for financial purposes. No matter what kind of nonprofit you run, the annual fund is always important. An annual fund helps to support a variety of programs and services that benefit your community in some way.

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Donorbox

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Many nonprofits are volunteer-led, and even more, they require volunteers to complete their work. Hence, volunteers are necessary, but managing volunteers can be difficult if you’re unprepared. Volunteer management software is an efficient tool that nonprofits should consider.

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sgEngage

MAY 14, 2024

So, you apply for and land a role leading the finance team at a nonprofit. From the goal of your organization to how finances are managed, it’s important to understand how for-profit accounting and nonprofit accounting differ so you can help drive success for your new organization. This isn’t the case with nonprofit organizations.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Although the most popular accounting software products- like QuickBooks and SAP- handle the needs of businesses in many industries, nonprofits have a unique business model and accounting standards and require different features and functionality from accounting software. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. A volunteer handbook gives volunteers the information they need about the organization and its mission, and answers any common questions they may have.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 31, 2023

Three years after the COVID-19 pandemic, many charities and nonprofits have moved from surviving to thriving. The Government of Canada has rallied behind nonprofits with its historic Community Services Recovery Fund. Eligible organizations across all Canadian provinces and territories can benefit from CSRF funding.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

Nonprofits of all sizes have one need in common: funding. Without it, your nonprofit can’t operate and do the important work that fuels your cause. As donor behavior continues to change, nonprofits of all sizes must increasingly rely on the generosity of many instead of the consistent support from a few.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

There are a lot of myths when it comes to fundraising with volunteers: Myth #1 : “Volunteers are already giving us their time so we shouldn’t also ask them for money.” 85% of volunteers donate to the nonprofits they volunteer for. Clearly they prefer to just volunteer.” So, what’s the key lesson here?

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Thanking volunteers for all they do is crucial to keeping your volunteers coming back again and again. Volunteers pour their heart into your nonprofit’s work. They’re there to help with the heavy lifting of running a nonprofit and delivering programs. which makes volunteer hours add up fast!

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Nonprofits have more stories at their fingertips than any other organization. Nonprofits that create an internal storytelling culture can excite staff and volunteers, entice new supporters, strengthen relationships with donors, and raise more funds. Storytelling can entertain, educate and entice people to act.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Just about every nonprofit made major changes in 2020. Like a balloon that you inflate and let the air escape from, your nonprofit isn’t going to look the same after. Then there’s your workforce—both paid and volunteer.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Matt Hugg, President and Founder, Nonprofit.Courses – He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia and Europe. That makes volunteers more valuable than ever before. They’re just too valuable.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 14, 2023

Becoming savvier about donor advised funds is a current trend in nonprofit fundraising. As a nonprofit, finding out which donors have a donor-advised fund (DAF) can be challenging since DAF accounts are privately held and not public entities, and because they are managed by sponsoring organizations or financial institutions.

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The Nerdy NonProfit

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

The nature of nonprofit work makes it especially important to stay on top of a budget. It can look for things that might be causing your nonprofit to spend more than it should, such as subscriptions for services you no longer use. Eventbrite is a popular e-ticketing solution that caters to nonprofits as well as everyday consumers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Brynne Krispin is a social media strategist for nonprofits and small businesses. The landscape of nonprofit fundraising has changed dramatically in 2024. At the same time, nonprofits saw the largest trust decline of any American institution in 2023. Educate and inform your audience.

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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. Ready to make a difference?

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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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TechImpact

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Whatever you want to call them , there’s no doubting their importance in funding the nonprofit sector in future decades. What nonprofits can not lose sight of is the ever increasingly important role they’ll have to play in the volunteerism world, too. Sign-Up for Nonprofit Insights for Targeting Volunteers in 2015.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

.” – Margaret Mead Working with volunteers and including them in your nonprofit’s strategy can be meaningful, challenging, and rewarding, all at the same time. These platforms allow volunteers to filter by cause, in-person or remote opportunities, whether a job is better suited for kids, young adults, or seniors, and more.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

Nonprofit professionals working in this sector of philanthropy cite a strong belief in their organization’s mission and daily activities as critical to continuing to make an impact, even in challenging times. “We However, raising funds for these organizations can present unique challenges. Pandemic Impact.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

By Stephanie Kanak , Content Strategist at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. We surveyed over 700 nonprofits to find out what advice they’d give themselves and others about fundraising in the new normal. Many nonprofits rely heavily on in-person fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

This is the eighth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits. LinkedIn Pages.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

As any volunteer manager knows, volunteer scheduling is a fundamental part of the day-to-day operations of all nonprofit volunteer programs. Knowing how, when, and where to break down the system of responsibilities for your volunteers will determine the quality of their experience as well as the success of your events.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Has your nonprofit identified an unaddressed need within your community? If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. To help you build a sustainable volunteer program, in this guide, we’ll cover the essential steps for starting a volunteer program: Conduct a community needs assessment. Train volunteers.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 30, 2021

The key to a successful volunteer program is follow through. Maybe you’ve been there: Someone contacts your organization eager to volunteer. You can’t believe this amazing volunteer just dropped out of the sky… …Until you never hear from that volunteer again. You’re thrilled! So, how do you create that?

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