Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 9, 2022

There are lots of details to think through and lots of questions to answer. To get started, answer these six questions. That will have an impact on your goal. How much will it cost for you to accomplish what you have in mind? So, let’s get you working on a plan because that’s how you change things. And that takes time.

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Qgiv

MARCH 11, 2022

These activities are about staying top of mind and establishing trust. Bottom-of-funnel activities – For increasing impact. And for human service organizations, keep in mind that the funnel for your supporters may differ from that for the people you serve, but there will be overlap. Donor community?

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.orgSource

APRIL 8, 2024

I hope you enjoy this snapshot of a conversation that left me with more questions than answers, a place where I always love to be. We’re a bastion for the square pegs in round holes, people who are more motivated by making an impact than by trying to climb the ladder. Ask yourself these tough questions,” Greg replied.

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sgEngage

JULY 20, 2023

Impact numbers are a great way to demonstrate the positive changes your organization has provided. But, to the outside world, impact numbers can be challenging to conceptualize. That’s why we recommend contextualizing your impact numbers with a powerful story.

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 14, 2023

With no real sign of AI slowing down or fading away, it’s worth taking the time now to prepare your association for the impact and influence AI will have on your members and employees. Keep in mind that the more specific the model gets and the more specific the training dataset, the better outcomes you’ll find.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Other studies, articles, and informal conversations show that the issue of staff turnover in the sector is clearly on the minds of nonprofit professionals. Providing the right amount of technology training can have a huge (and positive) impact on employee productivity and satisfaction, which can, in turn, improve staff turnover.

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.orgSource

MARCH 18, 2024

There are endless unanswered questions about where technology, and particularly AI, will take us, our lifestyles, and our careers. Back on earth, our discussion centered on this question: How is the role of associations in society changing and is it expanding, contracting, or being completely reshaped? Yes, he worked on space lasers!

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DipJar

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Whether your nonprofit is working to improve volunteer management or the success of your community outreach programs, you’re likely considering the impact of your planned or existing actions. . In this guide, we’ll answer the most frequently asked questions about nonprofit impact metrics, including: . Is it useful? Is it timely?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Today, we’re introducing our first Salesforce.org Impact Labs cohort on zero hunger and their work on U.S Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas. How might we inspire funders to work toward long-range impact? Food Insecurity.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 11, 2023

Since staff turnover, leadership changes, shifting business priorities, and/or platform updates can happen at any time, it’s important to keep in mind that user adoption does not necessarily have a start or end date. For example, you might include a few questions based on the previous week’s training.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

In order to win back trust and stay top-of-mind, nonprofits must focus on establishing emotional connections with their audience through consistent, high-quality content. Share the real stories behind your organization’s work, the impact you’ve made, and the challenges you face. Don’t fake it. Authenticity builds trust.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

They are charged with posing and answering significant questions like these: Why was our organization founded? They will reward you by crafting messages that move the hearts and minds of your most important audiences and reinforce brand identity. When strategy doesn’t filter through departments, communications lose that impact.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

In my mind, there are four different categories of stories you can and should be collecting to use in your donor communications: Client Stories – The first type of stories you should be collecting are client stories – stories told by those who your non-profit has helped. Rule #4: Ask Open Ended Questions.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Whenever I’m asked to choose an icebreaker question at a networking event, I fall back on an old favorite: If you could have any superpower, what would it be? The ability to read minds. What if I told you that you can enter the minds of your donors without even meeting them? Thank them right away, then ask questions.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

i nternal self-awareness , represents how clearly we see our own values, passions, aspirations, fit with our environment, reactions (including thoughts, feelings, behaviors, strengths, and weaknesses), and impact on others. Clear thoughts about tonight’s dinner or the report that’s due next week from your mind and live in the moment.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 20, 2021

As a two-time HubSpot Agency Partner of the Year, IMPACT knows a little something about bringing people together around a common goal. Prior to the pandemic, IMPACT hosted in-person events that created buzz and provided education to the marketing and sales community. 1:1 attendee communication and networking within smaller groups.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

From inflation to the increasing expectations of consumers and employees, to the continuously changing digital space, there are a lot of factors that might be currently impacting your association. What is the business impact of losing a handful of Product A purchases this year vs. losing a handful of Product B purchases?

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.orgSource

JANUARY 2, 2024

Each quality impacts your organization’s interpersonal dynamics. Investigate training options and keep the various learning styles of your team in mind. This personality inventory helps people understand psychological preferences and how they impact behavior. Ask questions that invite self-evaluation.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

Explain the impact of donations. Show donors you’re invested in getting to know them personally by asking questions about their hobbies, families, professions, and connections to your nonprofit’s mission. Explain the impact of donations. 75% of donors who give regularly seek information about the nonprofit’s impact.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Make time to audit the impact working from home is having on your organization. Don’t let “out of sight” become “out of mind.” If performance issues have been a problem, keep an open mind. They are impacted by your staff’s proficiency as well. Questions can cover the seven areas listed in the goals section above.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 5, 2024

Build trust It will be easier for your employees to embrace change and adopt new software if they believe you have their best interests in mind. By working with a key group of stakeholders, you can better understand how your new AMS will impact all staff.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2021

By Audrey Phillips , a customer success manager at Classy – a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. You could also try posing a question, like “True or false: $50 can save a life.”. Make it personal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2024

But when you’re lean on resources and human power, just producing blog posts and updating your website feels like a miracle, never mind SEO or a content strategy. So, if your nonprofit works in environmental conservation, use a keyword research tool to identify common questions like “how to support local environmental initiatives.”

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 25, 2024

And that making 10 percent more love-based decisions will have a huge impact. Below are the 10 Disciplines for maximizing your impact and inner peace presented at a glance, along with the main point of each. 10-Year Thinking – Shift your mind from short-term thinking to thinking in ten-year time frames. It is in your DNA.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Your nonprofit mission statement is how you communicate your organization’s impact to supporters, clients, and the community at large. Mission statements are typically short and to the point, briefly communicating the nature of the organization’s work, impact , goals, and values. Why does your nonprofit exist? Here’s an example.

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sgEngage

APRIL 25, 2024

To kickstart the process, you should make sure to answer the following questions: Nonprofit-Specific Questions #1 What is your nonprofit’s mission? By focusing on the processes or workflows you are currently missing and need to add, you can identify which features could help you to enhance your impact. #4

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sgEngage

MARCH 19, 2024

As a grantmaker, questions are your tools. But are you asking the right questions? We will also give you seven questions to ask yourself about your questions, to make sure they are relevant, clear, respectful, and useful. Why Change Up Your Questions? Does this question reflect the mission of my organization?

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Achieve

MAY 3, 2024

Let's explore how data analytics can be strategically applied to crucial components of your fundraising event, helping guide you towards making more informed decisions and impactful outcomes. Unbiased questions and open-ended prompts can offer valuable insights into event success and areas for improvement.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 20, 2021

As a two-time HubSpot Agency Partner of the Year, IMPACT knows a little something about bringing people together around a common goal. Prior to the pandemic, IMPACT hosted in-person events that created buzz and provided education to the marketing and sales community. 1:1 attendee communication and networking within smaller groups.

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Candid

MARCH 2, 2022

Communicating impact is the nonprofit’s responsibility, and it’s especially critical for capital campaigns anchored by high-value lead gifts. After all, philanthropic investments are measured in impact rather than dollars alone. They may not give to every appeal, but they won’t mind your asking. How do they prefer to be asked ?

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 6, 2021

In reality, however, it presents a significant opportunity to increase their impact. The National Council of Nonprofits as of 2019 has found that “nonprofits with the most extraordinary levels of impact do not focus exclusively on either policy advocacy or direct service – the highest performing nonprofits do both.”

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

and around the world, this coming November’s presidential election will be a stage on which events that impact society, economy, business, and philanthropy will play out. Understanding your nonprofit audiences—their hearts and minds, wallets and worlds—is critical to successfully communicating in an election year.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

A connected throughline of our shared humanity With that in mind, as I reflect on the influences, changes, and overall trends we have seen in employee engagement, philanthropy, and CSR in 2023, and those that are to come in 2024, I cannot help but be struck by the notion that it is not about specific trends or actions.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 13, 2022

Members also care about the state of your technology, and if it negatively impacts their member experience they might lapse. No question with the younger generation, if you don’t have good tech, they’ll leave. Go to your board with a realistic technology budget in mind and explain why it’s necessary. Learn more.

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NTEN

JUNE 13, 2014

In addition to the conversations with participants in three separate tracks, #14LCS includes a stellar lineup of keynote speakers who will spark new conversations and nudge existing conversations to introduce new questions. To get a jump-start on conversations for LCS, we asked Matt a few questions, shared below.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

But if not, a voicemail saying “thank you” is just as impactful. Calling up a donor to thank them for their gift will keep your nonprofit top-of-mind when the next appeal comes around. With these factors in mind, the number of callers you can recruit will inform how long your list of donors to call can be.

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Achieve

JULY 27, 2017

When it comes to developing messaging for a fundraising appeal, I’m asked one question more than any other: How do I get started? Though it can be a challenge to get past writer’s block and craft effective messages for a year-end campaign, I always suggest that you first ask yourself these four simple questions: 1. And that’s okay!

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