NonProfit Hub

JUNE 19, 2017

This may sound silly or obvious, but all too often strong company culture is used interchangeably with homogeneity. Sounds easy enough, right? There’s nothing wrong with having a like-minded staff; keeping your staff on the same page with values and goals is incredibly important. Not so much.

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 14, 2023

Keep in mind that the more specific the model gets and the more specific the training dataset, the better outcomes you’ll find. San Diego, California Orlando, Florida Seattle, Washington Let’s say these all sound appealing, but you want to get a bit more granular. The key to determining which tools to work with depends on your goals.

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Blue Fox

JUNE 18, 2023

There is a direct correlation between sound financial management and the ability of a nonprofit to provide broader and more in-depth services. Helping CREW protect Florida’s natural resources makes us all feel like our work makes a difference to people and the planet.” This client case study proves it!

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Donorbox

JULY 1, 2021

Or maybe it’s full of personality and charm, but it’s utterly mind-boggling to navigate. Sounds familiar? Many nonprofit websites have tons of words on the page and yet fail to express themselves in a clear, engaging, user-friendly way. Maybe the site is easy to understand but feels flat and robotic.

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.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

Although the firm that I worked for was one of the leading providers of association software, when the company saw the investment in resources and time that was needed to switch to the new technology, they decided to stop production. “On “Microsoft revolutionized the software industry, and I was laid off.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2021

And it’s good to know so you don’t waste limited resources banging your head against a wall. Make sure the event sounds enticing however. You might even ask participants in advance to share one word that comes to mind when they think of your organization. That’s okay. Send out an invitation and warmly welcome those who accept!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 25, 2022

Source: Campaign Monitor Tip #3 Find your non-profit’s unique voice When you read your organization’s thank you letter, does it sound like something you would actually say to someone? If not, chances are your letter sounds too formal or not human enough. But I do think there is a point at which it can start to sound a bit insincere.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

As a yoga and mindfulness practitioner who is deeply invested in concepts of reparative justice, I also know my instinct is wrong from an empathetic standpoint. The people deeply invested in achieving social justice often lack the financial resources to fund their mission because of the systemic barriers they face.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Understanding your nonprofit audiences—their hearts and minds, wallets and worlds—is critical to successfully communicating in an election year. Three —Mind the Calendar + Communicate Precisely The months nearest to the election, October especially, are going to be some of the toughest times to reach your audiences.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 2, 2014

And Shattuck says that hanging onto those donors that haven’t given is costing you money in terms of direct mail and other marketing resources. Plus, remember that you’re not just marketing to get more donors—volunteers need to also be top of mind. Make sure they’re really feeling the love from you. The lesson here?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

The list created by Sean Kosofsky of Mind the Gap Consulting can be used by an executive director, board chair, or any individual board member to consider their contribution to your organization’s financial health. Donate your skills (graphic design, strategic planning, human resources). It’s easier than it sounds. Prospecting.

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

The question on many people’s minds is: which one is the best choice for my organization? Whereas a customized solution requires you to hire a software developer to make any changes or updates, providers of configurable systems constantly install updates to your system for you, without the need for any work or resources spent on your end.

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Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2023

Make a brutally honest assessment of where every part of the resource development program stands. If the mindset is that resource development is solely the responsibility of the development staff, the nonprofit is handcuffing itself and compromising its potential. What were the goals and objectives set at the beginning of the year?

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sgEngage

MARCH 30, 2022

As you read through these strategies, keep your supporters in mind. Ask yourself, “What resources do I need to provide to help my supporters engage with my cause?” Keeping your supporters top of mind will help you create a website that gets real results. . Serious and professional? Focus on your donation page. .

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Nonprofits needed more streamlined applications and processes to get resources out the door and trust from grantmakers that they could do more and better work with fewer limitations. There are three core elements that immediately come to mind when I think of trust: empathy, power, and vulnerability. Who will find them at fault?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 1, 2020

While a good deal of time and resources will be dedicated to this effort, certain aspects of donor retention can be made easy. Whatever you want your donors to do, make sure you have this goal in mind when crafting your email series. Donor retention is a crucial aspect of a productive fundraising strategy. Examples: Make a second gift.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2023

Does any of this sound familiar? Provided you’re offering up content that’s relevant, useful, hopeful, and inspiring , mail as often as you can afford to do so (taking into account both human and financial resources). But we have a tendency to leave our common sense at the door when we cross the thresholds of our nonprofit offices.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

These tasks may take time, energy, and resources away from day-to-day operations. After all, a memorable, one-of-a-kind experience stays with people, leaving a lasting impression while keeping your organization top-of-mind as they wait to see what you’ll do next. Gain access to your partner’s network and resources.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

If this sounds like your organization, you’re likely struggling with employee engagement. Without an objective in mind or ways to measure progress, employees can feel less driven. Lack of resources. Not having enough resources to go around makes it more difficult for employees to complete work, leading to burnout.

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3rd Sector Labs

MAY 14, 2014

Admittedly, for many of us in the sector, the very mention of ‘data analytics’ sounds intimidating. Sounds worthwhile, right? This is starting to sound complicated and laborious, I know. Start with just a few segments in mind. It’s a show-stopper. ” What is fundraising data analytics?

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fusionSpan

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Invest in the right resources It might sound obvious, but one of the best practices for database management is making sure you invest in having the right people and skills on the job. And if that person leaves, it’s east for a partner to move around resources and step in so that you don’t miss a beat.

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Global Giving

APRIL 25, 2020

The chatter is everywhere, and it can be challenging for organizations, especially those that tend to have fewer technical resources on staff, to know how these new tools might help (or hinder) their work. Stories like these sound almost like magic, but they represent a lot of hard work! Do you have an appropriate question in mind?

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Like-minded people need to know about your organization, and the right marketing concept will help you achieve this. Although marketing plans do not require extensive resources, this does not mean that this plan can be ignored. Most likely, you have an understanding of which social media are suitable for finding like-minded people.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 26, 2021

They have to figure out how to engage with donors with limited time and few resources. If that sounds like you, a coach can help save you time and make the most of your resources—as well as help you raise more funds. . The “practice what you preach” adage comes to mind here. Work with someone you want to work with. .

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 12, 2021

It’s good to start with a specific goal in mind. Many nonprofits think Giving Tuesday might be out of scope in terms of resources, but if you incorporate it as part of your end-of-year campaign journey, you can repurpose content instead of creating completely new content. Set Achievable Goals.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 5, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes How to Mobilize a Movement: 6 Tech Strategies for Supporter Advocacy We know your journey is sprinkled with dreams of making a huge difference, as well as the occasional sleepless night, wondering how you can mobilize a movement with the resources you have. Sounds like a dream?

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Kindful

JULY 22, 2021

In order to create the best possible fundraising appeals, you’re going to need to provide certain resources to your fundraising writer. Resources your fundraising writer needs to produce fundraising appeals. The reality is, they can’t read your mind. What content do you need? Is it a series of fundraising emails?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 14, 2021

That might be the need to provide housing to unhoused individuals, give under-resourced communities access to educational opportunities, etc. . By opening up the audience to a new idea or way of thinking, you can open their hearts and minds to the work you’re doing and get them further invested in your cause. .

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2022

It’s important to have a script that sounds like what you would say in a normal conversation. Let’s face it: Listening to “exciting updates” sounds about as enticing as watching paint dry. You can also check out these other free resources from Bloomerang for guidance: Major Gifts: The Ultimate Guide to Kickstart Your Program.

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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. Three tips for improving software training for your staff Making technology training a higher priority at your nonprofit might sound challenging. Here are three simple tips: 1.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Can you find and invest in other resources to save them time and keep them from burning out? . That doesn’t sound very authentic, does it? . When you keep this in mind, you’ll come across as more humble and authentic, which will win hearts and ultimately help you do more good. . And remember: None of us is in this alone.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

Pet Resource Center of Kansas City. Pet Resource Center of Kansas City added a banner with an image and text to highlight how each donation amount makes an impact. Let’s look at some examples: Minds Matter of Los Angeles. Minds Matter of Los Angeles added a background image of the students that benefit from their programs.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 19, 2020

That being said, making a video isn’t as simple as it sounds (and it doesn’t even sound that simple to most). So, here are a few tips to bear in mind when putting together a marketing video for your nonprofit. A great, free resource for background music is the YouTube Audio Library. Be Genuine.

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2022

With that in mind, we’d like to kick off 2022 by actively questioning the use of certain words—and what is meant—so that we can continue to improve by phasing out terms that might be overused, harmful, or inaccurate. As they may sound, possessive determiners are words that serve to express a relationship of possession. BIPOC (and POC).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

Meet my colleague, Meico Marquette Whitlock, who is the Founder and CEO of Mindful Techie. I had an opportunity to interview Meico about being a Mindful Techie. You have now moved into the area of “Mindfulness and Technology,” what inspired the move from nonprofit techie into mindfulness?

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Media Cause

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

5 Key Tips to Keep In Mind for Google’s Helpful Content Update. While it’s crucial to optimize content for SEO purposes, you want it to sound as though a human wrote it and ensure that it targets your audience specifically. Ensure Your Content is People-First. Don’t Combine Unrelated Topics Into One Post. Are You Answering a Query?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Finally, schedule a time (while you’re still in the values frame of mind) to conduct a similar group exercise (write on a whiteboard or easel). It sounds scary, but not if you approach it with the playfulness and lightheartedness of a child. Take the time, first, to clarify your own values. Then ask others on your team to do the same.

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