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Nonprofit Giving Trends and Future Fundraising Strategy

Bloomerang

You may be wondering where to focus your fundraising as we emerge from the fog of 2020 and into, perhaps, a less cloudy future when it comes to nonprofit giving trends. People continued to give more generously than before – often referred to as a “ bump ” – and the predicted “slump” never really arrived. . Giving in the U.S.

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Top benefits for association leaders to connect with their volunteer members

Nimble AMS

One of the simplest ways to boost volunteer engagement and retention at your association is to have leadership create meaningful connections with volunteers. According to the Michigan 4-H Recognition Handbook , when volunteers are acknowledged, it gives them a chance for reflection, self-assessment, and a boost in self-esteem and motivation.

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Beyond efficiency: A human-first AI adoption strategy

Candid

If staff interact more with AI tools than with one another to complete tasks, it reduces the well-documented benefits of informal conversations of building an effective workplace culture, onboarding new staff, and improving staff retention. Putting humans first There is an alternative approach: a human-first AI adoption strategy.

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How can professional development advance nonprofit performance and ensure sustainability?

ASU Lodestar Center

First, it helps with staff retention rates. While conferences were once the only idea in gaining professional development skills, peer-to-peer mentoring is shown to give the highest output of learned skills. PD is crucial to keeping the right people working for your organization.

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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

History of volunteerism Today, volunteering is recognized as a highly effective form of giving, but how did it all begin? are fundraising or selling items to raise money (36%), preparing or distributing food (34%), collecting and distributing goods or clothing (26.5%), and mentoring youths (26%).

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11 Nonprofit Thought Leaders You Should Be Following

NonProfit Hub

Shanon has a unique focus: along with usual fundraising efforts, she places an especially high importance on donor appreciation after they decide to give. “ Her blog teaches fundraising strategy, donor retention practices, motivational stories and so much more. . Shanon Doolittle ( @sldoolittle ). John Haydon ( @johnhaydon ).

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Top Tips for Volunteer Recruitment During COVID-19

Connection Cafe

For example, instead of having someone teach volunteers how to handle a task in person and then testing them afterward, you might instead incorporate online quizzes to pivot this process to a virtual format. Prioritize volunteer retention. Tutoring or mentoring. Graphic design. Managing social media accounts. Editing or writing.