Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

In their research project “Exploring the Love Language of Fundraising,” Jen and Adrian are uncovering how often the nonprofit sector focuses on money within their messaging – “Your gift can” or “Thank you for your donation” – which establishes a transactional relationship with them. They also uncovered how “It’s not about how we talk to them.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 28, 2014

Of course, we’d have to focus on local language content. While English might be very useful in Nairobi, Swahili would be the language needed in rural Kenya. If Andrew and his peers can’t cure their blindness, could we help them with access to information? Well worth a try!

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Networking is more common the higher up the social stratification you go (with clubs and industry breakfasts and lunches being commonplace) where like-minded individuals become used to making important connections. Networking can be second nature to those raised in that environment, but completely alien to others.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 9, 2022

In engaging in interviews with nonprofit agencies, there is a common trend among practitioners who have clients, volunteers, and staff who are of a primarily homogenous make-up. Leaders and managers need to keep this in mind. Implications for the nonprofit sector. Associated costs need to be accounted for in planning.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

Gather new data directly from your target audience This can be collected through methods such as surveys, interviews, and focus groups. Use language and tone that reflect their preferences and communication style. These methods can help you gain insights into potential supporters’ preferences, motivations, and concerns.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Videos, interviews, client stories, audio, emails, podcasts, social media posts—there are so many types of storytelling opportunities available to nonprofits of all missions and sizes. Avoid Complex Language and Narratives While all the nitty-gritty details behind a story might be interesting, too much jargon can be distracting.

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OneCause

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Through donating to a nonprofit, your supporters get to connect with other like-minded people all striving towards a shared cause. When crafting your communications, especially ones that include direct asks, use language that gives your donors a job that only they can do. Let donors know exactly how they can help.

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Have Fun - Do Good

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

Each card is a piece of art in my mind. I feel that art is able to translate beyond language, and communicate a much larger vision of personal connection. We know that creativity and freedom of expression go a long way in educating children to be tolerant and open minded.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 24, 2022

Research Your Donors to Read Their Minds. The words you want them to say: “ Wow, it’s like he read my mind! ”. And then, connect their existing passions and desires to our nonprofit’s cause, using the same language they use. In other words, understand your donor base so well it’s like you’ve read their minds.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 15, 2020

We’re having to work harder to communicate because it’s harder to process non-verbal cues like subtle facial expressions, tone of voice, or body language. Our minds are together when our bodies feel we’re not. That dissonance, which causes people to have conflicting feelings, is exhausting.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

How does your nonprofit stack up against competitors or like-minded organizations? Common methods that generate qualitative data include focus groups, interviews, and participant observation. When executing your research, there are a few key tips to keep in mind: Incentivize supporters to participate.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 22, 2022

Globally-minded giving – it’s a small world after all . Keep in mind that there are many motivators and that it shouldn’t be assumed that all holders subscribe to these generalized beliefs. In a Whole Whale podcast interview, the Giving Block co-founder Pat Duffy , he explained that “There’s too much money out there.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 30, 2017

In America, there is mistrust between some ethnic groups, language barriers, and general fear of outsiders among certain communities due to safety issues such as deportation. Being able to communicate with the target community is key and the language barrier is the main reason that individuals hesitate to seek assistance. Ostrower, F.

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CauseVox

JULY 14, 2022

With all that in mind, what’s the benefit of a capital campaign? You’ll want to put together a list of questions to help you determine if your community is on board, and then interview all the stakeholders. We have six major things to keep in mind when you’re running your capital campaign. You may also hire a consultant.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 29, 2011

My colleagues at SMEX Beirut had in mind when they posted this request, “ Free World: Speak Up For A Free Egypt ,&# a call to action to the world from Egyptian activists – originally posted here from @manal and @alaa. What is needed, perhaps, is a Twitter Annotation project to facilitate translation of languages.

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 8, 2011

The staff member I worked with had in mind a particular feeling she wanted people to go away having--that kind of sense of community that comes when you've worked together to achieve something. What were the City Gallery goals for the project? Only then, as an official Inspector for the Ministry, could you could enter the space.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 24, 2016

Optimizing entails determining the best location for your email signup widget and the most effective language to drive the strongest signup activity. It's also essential to determine the best language to encourage email signups. Focusing on an issue or program area or simply using mission-based language may make a bigger impact.

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 12, 2014

If someone asked you whether museums should or need to have text in more than one language, what would you say? Maybe you are in a country that mandates multiple languages, or at an institution already committed to bi- or multi-lingual interpretation.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

I started yoga about, you know, from a really early age, my family introduced me to mindfulness and meditation, even though you would never guess it because they don’t look like typical hippies. . Weave in stories that are connected to the podcast and I’m going to share some model language for you. .

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

For Fiver, this means pulling client testimonials from thank you letters written by program participants or through phone interviews with families. Keep in mind that some activities and events can require a lot more time, budget, and staff, so be very thoughtful about what you plan on top of all of your other year-end campaign activities.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

Having 5-10 good questions in mind can help you make sure you get the answers you’re looking for from the meeting. Try to make the conversation a conversation, not an interview. Not only can you ask questions, but you can read body language which is very hard on the phone. Phone or In Person?

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NTEN

AUGUST 8, 2011

We'll be posting highlights from this meeting of the minds on the NTEN blog. It's more important that they can do the tasks asked of them, and can translate the technical information into non-technical language, than that they personally identify with your organizations mission.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 15, 2012

From a business perspective, the best marketing professionals are innovative, open-minded, adaptable, and enjoy working with all types of people. Eric: What should be discussed during the interview process when searching for a marketing leader ? Ask the candidate to explain why and watch body language.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

This week, Brian Spicker of Valley of the Sun United Way sat down the with Center's Stephanie La Loggia for a short interview about the meaning of "collective impact." Below is part of the interview. Want to see an extended version of this interview? Can you talk a little about those key elements? So, that’s the second element.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 1, 2007

This summer I've been interviewing the innovators behind the 21 Projects that went to the NetSquared Conference (N2Y2) this year (I'm the Community Builder for NetSquared). I was particularly touched by my interview with Deron Beal, the Executive Director and founder of the Freecycle Network , so I thought I'd share it here.

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NTEN

MAY 1, 2013

Mindful Engagement at Work and in Life , Adam Pava. Breaking Through Language Barriers with Technology , Sara Peralta. NTEN Interviews, Give MN : Katya Andreson , Beth Kanter , Lesley Mansford , Farra Trompeter. Puppies that made it there despite the weather: 1 (and a cute one as you can see). Session Notes. Blog posts.

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Classy

APRIL 27, 2021

Read the full interview with our experts to get answers to questions nonprofit leaders may ask about employee burnout, such as: How has COVID-19 impacted employee burnout and individual stress management? Ask for help when it’s appropriate with clear language. Be mindful not to put the concept of overworking on a pedestal.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Most people don’t write grants with this in mind. In the needs section of a grant, you need to do three things to score high on a grant proposal: Eliminate flowery language, Include sources and citations, and Include a clear Problem Statement. A grant proposal utilizes research to demonstrate emotion and not poetic language.

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NTEN

MAY 7, 2013

Mindful Engagement at Work and in Life , Adam Pava. Breaking Through Language Barriers with Technology , Sara Peralta. NTEN Interviews, Give MN : Katya Andreson , Beth Kanter , Lesley Mansford , Farra Trompeter. Puppies that made it there despite the weather: 1 (and a cute one as you can see). Session Notes. Blog posts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

By Sean Kosofsky , is the Nonprofit Fixer and founder of Mind the Gap Consulting. But if you are using their language or really innovative elements, you should credit them. They can be a video interview with the donor about the mission. Use warm values-based language and feelings into your messaging. Get creative.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 23, 2015

I went through a staff interview before I was hired as an Executive Director. had in mind (which had never been communicated.) In this language, I know who is deciding and what you are looking for from me. Leaders have an obligation, but more importantly, they see real value in ensuring that staff and stakeholders have a voice.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 16, 2015

Your positioning in the customer's mind and heart is perhaps the most powerful factor in determining how much you sell and how quickly. Thousands of customers have been interviewed over the years and asked specifically what they thought about the best salespeople who called on them. He lives in Solana Beach, California.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Your positioning in the customer''s mind and heart is perhaps the most powerful factor in determining how much you sell and how quickly. Thousands of customers have been interviewed over the years and asked specifically what they thought about the best salespeople who called on them. He lives in Solana Beach, California.

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 27, 2008

In a recent interview for a magazine I was asked, "What tips do you have for the unemployed who are seeking full time employment?" Add new experience to my resume (don’t worry about the format or language yet). Spend 30-60 minutes on the format and language. I thought I'd share my answer with you: 1. Give it a final edit.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

Heck, our language is littered with support for this view. The feature wrinkles that distinguish different platforms, never mind those customizations that somtimes become "mandatory," will matter little to the initial success of the online collaboration initiative. "Look before you leap" is a cherished nugget.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 2, 2006

This week's Solutionary woman is Viet-Ly Nguyen, a former co-worker from Streetside Stories , who I interviewed for my Big Vision Podcast last winter. I work with a co-facilitator and we visit sixth grade language arts and social studies classes for two-week writing workshops. They're like, "Why can't I speak my home language?"

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2021

As you develop your presentation, notice whether your mind wanders at moments where information isn’t easily digestible or understandable — either in your slides or in what you are saying. In your mind, establish how you want your audience to feel during your presentation: Enthusiastic? Go deeper — use empathy. Well, that depends.

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