Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Professional associations have a lot on their plate. We’ve assembled a list of some of the best tools you can implement in your professional association to help you meet different goals. Robust association management is a central component of running a successful professional association.

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Associations Professional Software Tools 140

sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Higher education professionals from around the world are attending bbcon—Blackbaud’s Tech Conference for Good —October 17–18 to learn from thought leaders in education, fundraising, technology, and more. The post A Guide to bbcon 2022 Virtual for Higher Education Professionals first appeared on npENGAGE.

Education 90

Education Professional Virtual Guide 90

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

It’s no longer possible to depend on professional allegiance as a buffer for less-than-stellar service. Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership.

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Collaboration Marketing Integration Trend 221

sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

While there are dozens of sessions designed to pique anyone’s interest, we wanted to feature those that are purpose-built for K–12 school professionals. In addition to our highly anticipated super session, bbcon includes breakout sessions for professionals in every K–12 school department. K–12 Breakout Sessions at bbcon 2022.

Professional 77

Professional Guide Blackbaud Children 77

Neon CRM

AUGUST 23, 2023

In this article, we’ll cover the ins and outs of credit card processing for nonprofits, what you should look for in a payment solution, and how to set one up. Second, your nonprofit should have processes around handling cash donations to ensure that those gifts remain secure. What Payment Types Require a Processor?

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Process Guide Paypal Method 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 2, 2023

Rituals can also be used by professionals to boost personal productivity because rituals capitalize on our brains’ ability to direct our behavior on autopilot, allowing us to reach our goals even when we are distracted or preoccupied with other things. (In I use it for annual planning and goal setting.I Year in Review.

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Professional San Jose Journal Facilitation 89

Qgiv

APRIL 15, 2024

This committee can set goals, decide the types of gifts to accept, and develop a strategy for approaching potential legacy donors. Draft a plan that articulates your mission and vision for your legacy giving program and set attainable goals for the program. To learn more about donor-advised funds, check out this guide!

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Guide Giving Gift Donor 52

.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

It’s no longer possible to depend on professional allegiance as a buffer for less-than-stellar service. Sharon Rice ,orgSource Managing Director of Business Strategy, explains the new roles like this, “An integrated strategic plan gives everyone in the organization a voice, especially the professionals from marketing and membership.

Collaboration 221

Collaboration Marketing Team Integration 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2021

To find it, keep your unique goals in mind as you explore this guide to determine what’s possible. To begin, ask yourself how can fundraising software help you achieve your organization’s goals? Goals can include: Gain insight into donor data through reporting and data analytics. How long is the onboarding process?

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Software Fundraising Training Train 303

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

By Kyle Behrend — a seasoned not-for-profit professional dedicated to educating and empowering nonprofits with AI through NFPs.AI. This article aims to demystify the process of adopting AI for nonprofits and show some of the advantages this technology can bring.

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Policy Analysis Language Nonprofit 334

AccelEvents

JULY 23, 2021

If you have no prior experience holding events, it can be useful to consult a professional marketer or an event marketer for guidance. . Map Out Event Marketing Goals and Event Plan. You should have a primary event goal (or two) for every event your brand hosts. This way, your marketing plan is directed at that goal.

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Marketing Strategy Guide Sponsor 119

.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2024

Our own platform,orgWorx connects you to seasoned association professionals. Instructions, such as a style guide and taxonomies, are part of this process. Everyone on your team should have a deep understanding of the strategic goals and how they relate to departmental operations.

Trend 221

Trend Influence Taxonomy Associations 221

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In this guide, we’ll cover the need-to-know information and steps of creating a major gift fundraising strategy, including: What is a major gift? A gift range chart helps determine how many gifts you’ll need to acquire at each giving level to meet your campaign or annual giving goals. Set ambitious but achievable goals.

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Gift Raise Guide Relationship 101

Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Learn how your organization can take full advantage of social media in this guide! Your organization’s social media strategy should be a carefully structured plan with SMART goals, posting frequency, key dates (like an awareness month tied to your mission), and content guidelines for posts. Why should nonprofits use social media?

Social Media 52

Social Media Media Guide Social 52

sgEngage

MAY 6, 2024

But when you have all the pieces—accurate data, a clear process, and a finance team to put it together—you can make a three-course meal look easy. Here are a few simple steps to help you create a solid budget that helps your organization allocate resources effectively and makes your budgeting process easier.

Build 97

Build Time Review Fund 97

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Sig VanDamme, the Founder of NimbleUser, GoJectory, and VA2A, offered this advice to bring the board along on those speculative ventures: Preparing a board to manage risk is a sales process. Preparing a board to tolerate risk, is a sales process. Joanna Pineda, founder, CEO, and Chief Troublemaker at Matrix Group International, Inc.

Associations 221

Associations Jordan Environment Model 221

Bloomerang

JUNE 1, 2022

In this guide, we’ll review the importance of year-end giving and the best strategies to use to plan a successful campaign. Wherever you’re coming from, here are 10 steps to help you make the most of the year-end giving season and reach your goals. Determine this year’s goals based on past efforts. Start planning early.

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Guide Giving Nonprofit Mail 112

Qgiv

MARCH 5, 2024

A nonprofit organization, or charitable organization, is an established group that operates without making a profit with the goal of furthering a particular social cause or advocating for a specific point of view, rather than creating income for its executives or shareholders. These organizations are generally unable to accept contributions.

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Guide Nonprofit Associations Files 52

sgEngage

JUNE 14, 2022

Blackbaud’s virtual K-12 Conference , July 19–20, 2022, will bring together thousands of K-12 professionals and industry-leading experts for two days of thought leadership, shop talk, and shared learning experiences. Improve the Process. Blackbaud’s education management portfolio provided the tools required to achieve those goals.

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Conference Guide Blackbaud Student 86

Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

These services help lower the cost of events and projects, which means your nonprofit doesn’t have to rely on fundraising to hit your goals. For you, in-kind gifts can be used immediately rather than waiting for financial contributions to process. In-kind donations are also incredibly convenient for both you and your donors.

Donation 93

Donation Guide Policy Nonprofit 93

DNL OmniMedia

OCTOBER 13, 2020

In the nonprofit world, this tracking process is referred to as moves management. Having a solid strategic infrastructure for moves management can streamline your prospecting and cultivation process over time. You can raise more funding and avoid rebuilding processes from scratch each time you want to secure a major gift.

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Effective Management Guide Fundraising 98

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

bbcon 2021 Virtual , happening October 13–15, will bring together tens of thousands of social good professionals for three days of cutting-edge thought leadership, virtual peer networking and unforgettable experiences. Using data as a guide, Ashley will uncover clues to illuminate the contemporary nonprofit’s journey.

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Virtual Guide Houston Philanthropy 106

CauseVox

APRIL 29, 2021

Now, as we get started fundraising in 2021, it’s never been more important to have a fundraising plan that designed to help you make up for lost funds and meet your goals in today’s context. They’re organized, actionable and tell a complete story of how you’re going to achieve your goals. Creating a Fundraising Plan.

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Calendar Template Guide Fundraising 98

.orgSource

AUGUST 28, 2023

“Born from necessity, the pandemic catalyzed the shift to a more digitally-driven selling process, and consequently thought leadership has become an increasingly important top of the funnel marketing tool.” After all, we are the home of professional experts. Thought leadership is a strategy that seems tailor-made for associations.

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YouTube Industry Leadership Podcast 221

Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

In this guide, we’ll take a broad look at volunteerism to explore its history and benefits. Plus, nonprofit organizations can utilize these groups of passionate volunteers to help achieve goals in making the world a better and safer place. Use your volunteer management system to offer a streamlined sign-up process for new volunteers.

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History Benefit Guide United States 92

sgEngage

OCTOBER 7, 2022

But how can you take practical steps to develop DEAI goals at your organization and ensure that equity, accessibility, and inclusion become a core part of your culture and decision-making? In addition to our highly anticipated super session, bbcon includes breakout sessions for organizational and professional development.

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Culture Arts Virtual Guide 85

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2024

Nonprofits are no longer limited by manual processes. Download free resources including Cheat Sheet: ChatGPT Prompts for Fundraisers, Guide to AI, AI for Nonprofits: 15 Ways to Raise More, and webinars on AI’s impact on giving trends and Keela’s AI Fundraising Tools. They let organizations use data to improve their fundraising.

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Donation Data Fundraising Analytics 244

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 5, 2024

Although the book is authored by an award-winning financial advisor and primarily written for professionals in the financial services industry, this book is a must read for any leader who wants to create a nurturing heart culture that hinges on the human-centric values the next generation of employees hold in high regard. Compassion.

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Culture Companies People Create 72

The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 5, 2021

In today’s article I wanted to share a bit about my writing process when I work on fundraising emails for clients in the hopes that it helps you master your process and write great copy. Writing for Fundraising is a Process. One of my professional mantras is that everything is a process ( including storytelling ).

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Professional Profit Fundraising Tips 67

Nonprofits Source

JANUARY 23, 2023

Best of all, there are professional Google Grants managers out there to help you navigate the program and make the most compelling ads possible. Although, most nonprofits don’t have enough free time to allocate to the program, which is why they outsource the work to professional Google Grants agencies.

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Grant Google Management Guide 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

ChatGPT is a powerful online tool that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to process and respond to user queries. 1) Creating Custom Donation Appeals in Minutes Use ChatGPT to craft a sequence of donation appeals with the goal of encouraging your stakeholders to make a donation.

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Tools Fundraising Analytics Analysis 360

Media Cause

JUNE 3, 2024

Managing projects and teams can be tricky, even in an office, but careful communication must happen in all work formats to ensure smooth processes and high-quality work. Communicating routine updates across teams can save time by turning unclear timelines into tangible milestones, providing a shared understanding of goals and time usage.

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Project Communication Effective Management 59

.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Set Goals Determining what you want to accomplish is the first step. Your audit might explore any, or all of, these seven areas: Technology systems Policies and procedures Security Productivity Communication Culture Professional development How you present this initiative to your employees is critical.

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Team Evaluation Attitude Interview 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 3, 2024

However, managing grants efficiently and effectively can often be a daunting task, requiring meticulous attention to detail, rigorous compliance measures, and streamlined processes. Looking Back: Traditional Grant Management Processes In the past, managing grants for nonprofits involved lots of paperwork and manual tasks.

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Grant Software Trend Fund 211

The Storytelling Non-profit

AUGUST 2, 2022

In case it’s any consolation, I’ve been professionally copywriting for over a decade at this point in my career and I still have a relationship to writing that I wouldn’t always describe as smooth. But this far into my career, I understand my process enough that I accept it and don’t fight it (as much).

Guide 89

Guide Fundraising Storytelling Process 89

Bloomerang

APRIL 12, 2022

When my sister first started working with a nonprofit museum, she had a lot to learn about the fundraising process for the organization. In this guide, we’ll cover how nonprofits can leverage their donor management software as well as how your organization can find the best solution to solve your most pressing needs.

Software 103

Software Management Donor Guide 103

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Events Start building member engagement by empowering your volunteers to promote your next association event to their personal and professional connections. Consider involving volunteers as you plan your events by tasking them to guide the creation of a conference session or by asking them to lead an event session itsel f.

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Associations Volunteer Mentoring Industry 134