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Investigating and Improving the Questions You Ask Grantees

sgEngage

Over the years, we noticed that excellence in the sector was evolving, but our questions felt like they were behind the curve. The winning organizations were consistently exhibiting interesting characteristics, but we weren’t asking questions targeted at those characteristics. We needed to change up our questions. Take it out.

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The Complete Guide to Diversifying Your Nonprofit Revenue Streams

Wild Apricot

Whether you work for a large nonprofit or run a small two-person shop, the question “How do we bring in more revenue?” ” is probably constantly running through your mind. After all, nonprofits are driven by the need to raise funds to support.

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Before Publishing Your Annual Appeal, Ask Yourself These 5 Questions

Bloomerang

I’ve offered you checklists , FAQs and e-guides with templates for writing donor-centric annual appeals. Once you’re ready to look at your appeal again, you should evaluate it by asking the five questions below. With that in mind, the focus should be on them, not on you or your organization. . You’re writing to one donor.

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Your Guide to Social Media Advertising for Nonprofits

Media Cause

Here, we’ll break down social media advertising for nonprofits, and guide you along with the best practices to bring your plans to life—and bring in new supporters. This can help improve your clickthrough and engagement rates and better solidify your organization in the minds of your audience.

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Key Takeaways from AFP ICON 2022: The Ultimate Guide

Bloomerang

Highlights include the RSPCA: Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ free giveaway of a printed pocket guide to giving your pet first aid which landed them initially 600 new monthly donors which grew to over 22,000. . Bernard Ross, MA is one of the greatest minds in nonprofit fundraising. Why Should I Give to You?

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Ask Yourself These Questions Before Hiring a Fundraising Coach

Bloomerang

Here are some great questions to ask yourself before hiring a fundraising coach. Do you struggle with imposter syndrome and question whether you have what it takes? Here are some questions to ask yourself when evaluating your options: Do I aspire to be more like them? The “practice what you preach” adage comes to mind here.

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How to Create a DEI Style Guide for your Nonprofit

Whole Whale

It is essential for companies to have a clear and concise diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) style guide. What is a style guide? A style guide is a document that provides standards for writing and speaking. Many people will be involved in creating content and it is important to have a guide to ensure consistency.

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