Candid

APRIL 6, 2022

Meme: A great friend and mentor of mine—who is also a philanthropist—challenged me to hone in on my theory of change and mentioned how GuideStar is a great place to share our work with funders. Our goal is to develop platinum level Black- and Brown-led organizations. How do Candid nonprofit profiles fit into your curriculum?

Measure 86

Measure Meme Education Data 86

The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 16, 2021

As you set out on your path, there are some important things you can do to reach your goals: 1. Find a mentor. You’ll hear this advice over and over again from successful people with diverse backgrounds, from the likes of Oprah Winfrey to Steve Jobs. To find a mentor, look within your organization. And it’s true!

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Mentoring Nonprofit Skills Leadership 98

Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 19, 2021

buildOn mobilizes young people to transform their communities and build schools in developing countries. Bringing data together in one place helps organizations make strategic decisions and empower staff members. Where are you on the spectrum? I’d love to see what you can create.”. Assessing Your Transformation.

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Digital Question Mentoring Michigan 116

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 17, 2022

It must be articulate enough to measure progress against, inspiring enough to move people to action, and still broad enough to withstand the test of time. The goals must be SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and measurable). If it has been a while since you reviewed or revised your mission statement, start here.

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Participatory Culture Leadership Washington 98

Nucleus

AUGUST 17, 2021

The more you survey, the more people will stop paying attention. Plan Ahead As your association collects data over time, it is important to have a plan in place as to when, how, and to what purpose data will be collected. How does this survey support our strategic plan or strategic goals? PUHLEEZE. ” PUHLEEZE. ” Nonmembers?

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Survey Data Analytics Associations 130

Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

When someone shows up to volunteer, often there are many people making bids for his or her time. Everyone’s “to-do” list rolls out, and a volunteer may find himself or herself shuffled to a variety of people doing a range of tasks. Understanding Motivation. Skill Development. Recognition of Service.

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Retention Volunteer Mentoring Skills 92

Association TV

JULY 29, 2022

But today, many people think of a great workplace as not even one specific place at all, with many employers opting for a permanent remote work setup after a trial proved prosperous during the pandemic. How do people interact with each other? After all, if it’s not broke, why fix it? Corporate Culture.

Place 287

Place Associations History Work 287

sgEngage

APRIL 7, 2021

The onset of COVID-19 and its disproportionate impact on black and brown communities pushed the social sector to pivot, stretch and temporarily shutter programs in service to a singular goal: survival. LEE invests in leaders of color with a goal of creating a new type of political leadership. Hold philanthropy accountable.

Change 94

Change Vietnam Nonprofit Leadership 94

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 30, 2016

You may be familiar Goodwill as a place to shop, but the nonprofit does much more including helping people find jobs. In honor of Labor Day, Goodwill launches the #LaborofLove Campaign this week. I interviewed Beth Perell, VP of Communications and Information Management to learn more about the campaign strategy and goals.

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Campaign United States Pledge Mentoring 62

Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2021

True inclusion and equal representation of all people requires overhauling both systems and ways of thinking. An organization, company, or other entity can have all of the diversity numbers in the world, but until everyone feels included and that there is a place and voice for them, it is all for naught. and several countries.

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Strategy Fundraising Philanthropy Nonprofit 82

sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Your leadership may set some parameters or fixed criteria around grantmaking goals, grant use, or eligibility. Because participatory grantmaking means involving people from communities impacted by the funding, outline who those people or the communities are. Always be mindful of the burden you’re placing on applicants.

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Participatory Model Leadership Application 117

ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 27, 2021

Studies show that people are willing to work for less pay if they feel their work makes a difference, if they believe in the organization, or if the job allows them time for non-work pursuits. Focus on people-first. Fostering a culture within the organization of trust and collaboration creates the type of place people want to work.

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Arizona Strategy Mentoring Nonprofit 52

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

Our goal is to provide organizations, leaders, and employees with guidance as to how to sort through what feels like a ping-pong argument about whether to embrace a hybrid workplace, explain the authors Felice B. That is, in five years it is likely that people will still be working some combination of in-office and remote work.

Guide 52

Guide Policy Mentoring Collaboration 52

Qgiv

JULY 5, 2023

Big Brothers Big Sisters As an organization dedicated to mentoring children, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) exemplifies how successful peer-to-peer campaigns can be for fundraising. Big Brothers Big Sisters Mountain Region’s 2022 Bowl For Kids’ Sake raised 106% of their goal.

Ideas 52

Ideas Fundraising Pledge Virtual 52

Association TV

JULY 29, 2022

But today, many people think of a great workplace as not even one specific place at all, with many employers opting for a permanent remote work setup after a trial proved prosperous during the pandemic. How do people interact with each other? After all, if it’s not broke, why fix it? Local businesses became national.

Place 156

Place Associations History Work 156

Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

Many people all over the world face different challenges and problems. How to incentivize volunteerism At its core, volunteerism is the engagement and mobilization of groups of people to support others or fight for a worthwhile cause. Volunteer programs take place worldwide, and volunteer help has improved the lives of many.

History 92

History Benefit Guide United States 92

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 10, 2022

With technology changes especially, people may start to worry that the new technology will threaten their jobs. Create a statement that paints a picture of a future state — the goal or outcome of the project. Can keep people accountable for their roles in the project. Think of it as a mission statement for the project.

Change Management 52

Change Management Change Management Technique 52

CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Even though it was a first time event, they met and exceeded their goal of $25,000. A sense of connection: this event happened in February 2021, a time when many people were feeling particularly isolated. By inviting their fundraisers to host Zoom watch parties, AuSM gave people a chance to feel connected to each other.

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Examples Websites North Carolina Virtual 83

CauseVox

AUGUST 18, 2022

Their goal is to bring hope and help to various nations during times of crisis. As a graduate of Indiana Bible College, she spent two decades working at a ministry and mentoring missionary kids before transitioning to her current role. Cylinda’s story aligns with why Rob Wu and Jeff Chang co-founded CauseVox in the first place.

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Storytelling International email Service 73

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2021

Email is a powerful marketing tool, but to get results you need to learn how to write fundraising emails that connect emotionally and inspire people to give. Not the content (which most people skim in about 13 seconds or less). Start by being very clear what you want people to do after they read your email. What would you say?

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Results email Fundraising Story 122

Qgiv

JULY 12, 2022

A board member orientation is a great way to get new board members working toward the same goal as your other board members. Match new board members up with a more experienced board member so that they can form a mentor/mentee relationship. Your board members are people, not robots! Here are our tips to accomplishing that.

Skills 52

Skills Volunteer Tips Training 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2018

Potential job applicants are beginning to place as much emphasis on positive organizational culture as they do on job tasks and salaries. Leadership skills are only just about our inner-selves, it is also how we relate to other people and manage those relationships, especially in the workplace. Improve internal information systems.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

These are given on a no-strings-attached basis to people and groups working on “awesome projects.” . Our goal is to graduate more students who are ready to enter aerospace and advanced manufacturing careers and STEM-focused post-secondary education.” . Areas served: Worldwide. New Earth Foundation. Areas served: Worldwide.

Education 91

Education Grant Fund Resource 91

Connection Cafe

APRIL 7, 2021

The onset of COVID-19 and its disproportionate impact on black and brown communities pushed the social sector to pivot, stretch and temporarily shutter programs in service to a singular goal: survival. LEE invests in leaders of color with a goal of creating a new type of political leadership. Hold philanthropy accountable.

Change 49

Change Vietnam Nonprofit Leadership 49

NTEN

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

Designed by Emily Lonigro Boylan, Owner and Creative Director, and Demetrio Cardona-Maguigad, Director of Strategic Design, both of LimeRed Studio , the Idea Accelerator offered the chance for partners who might not have met otherwise to connect on common ideas, and work with coaches to refine the project to meet shared goals.

Ideas 99

Ideas Change Technology San Francisco 99

CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Second, year-end giving gives nonprofits an opportunity to use a big chunk of their resources to meet their annual fundraising goals, and it gives donors a last chance to get a tax-deductible gift out the door. At CauseVox, we’re all about helping everyone to meet their goals – donors and the causes they support.

Guide 73

Guide Giving Campaign Social Media 73

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

I get training, my employer pays for me to go to these conferences, webinars, but I prioritize that, but I really could use a mentor. And she really guided me and mentored me. Hopefully, you can connect with other people who are in the chat and get a mentor. Try to build relationships and just connect with people.

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Gift Video Calendar email 115

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 1, 2009

The python community has started a conversation about diversity, with the ultimate goal of creating basically a welcoming statement. Call people on their crap. As a long time open source user and advocate, even though I am someone who rarely finds people like me in open source projects (i.e Are there good mentoring models?

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Open Source Open Guidelines Mentoring 100

Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

AUGUST 1, 2009

The python community has started a conversation about diversity, with the ultimate goal of creating basically a welcoming statement. Call people on their crap. As a long time open source user and advocate, even though I am someone who rarely finds people like me in open source projects (i.e Are there good mentoring models?

Open Source 100

Open Source Open Guidelines Mentoring 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

The people with skills are out there. Or maybe you have a board member who works in the business world and is or has connections to people who work in finance, market research, or analytics. In fact, some participants in the group mentioned using MBA students from local universities to assist with data collection.

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Data Help Measure Analysis 107

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Look Within Your Walls: The first place to look is down the hall or ask at your next board meeting. Or maybe you have a board member who works in the business world and is or has connections to people who work in finance, market research, or analytics.

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Data Help Measure Analysis 109

Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Online forums and communities with members-only access can also provide a platform for people to exchange ideas and collaborate. Becoming a go-to educational resource for members—or even a place where they can obtain needed credentials—is a great way to make your association indispensable. That’s where your nonprofit can step in.

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Benefit Associations Nonprofit Grant 52

Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

Many people use that since it’s already there. In accordance with IRS guidelines, we do not place a value on inkind gifts. The goal of the donation receipt is to make the donor feel happy. These seven children are receiving a quality education, three meals a day, mentoring, and medical care. Big mistake.

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Donation Online Create Gift 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 12, 2015

Last week, I facilitated a peer learning session for Emerging Nonprofit Leaders and their mentors about healthy and productive meetings. We covered the best practices of meetings , both face-to-face and virtual meetings. If that is the case, we could ask ourselves why we spend out time on ineffective meetings in the first place?

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Virtual Ukraine Exercise Poland 50

Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Grassroots advocacy requires getting the word out to many different people across many different platforms. By creating multiple touchpoints, you’ll help solidify your organization’s brand identity while presenting calls to action in multiple places, increasing the chances a potential supporter will respond to your campaign.

Advocacy 59

Advocacy Strategy Nonprofit Volunteer 59

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 18, 2011

The goal is to train over 150-250 NGOs in Jordan, Lebanon, Yemen, Morocco, and other countries and help them put social media skills into practice. Build the capacity of these NGOs and CSOs to use new media effectively through mentoring and coaching. Multi-stakeholder projects with many organizations, people, and roles are complex.

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Network Build Yemen Morocco 95

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

When you have clear goals for your event and a detailed map of action steps to work on, you can have a very successful event. Talk to your Board and your active volunteers to find the right people to help you plan for success. Look for people with event-planning experience and who aren’t shy about asking for what’s needed.

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Guide Sponsor Volunteer Money 59