sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Operating reserve funds used to be a tricky concept for many nonprofit organizations. But many nonprofits are becoming more comfortable about asking for support while also being financially secure enough to have an operating reserve. 7 Steps for Developing a Policy to Manage Operating Reserves.

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EveryAction

MARCH 8, 2023

from our friend Mark Becker, Founding Partner, Cathexis Partners Moving to new software can be exciting for nonprofits. Update your database policies. Schedule a training session with them to go over policies and procedures. Revisit your staff onboarding checklist.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 6, 2023

Nonprofit Tech for Good launched in 2005 as a Myspace page and in the 18 years since we’ve been through multiple early adoption phases of new social media — first Facebook and Twitter and then on to LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, and Tumblr. In response, many of your Instagram followers will then also follow you on Threads.

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Phase Adopt Tips Social Media 278

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

By learning about and prioritizing nonprofit financial management. The importance of financial management for nonprofits Unlike many for-profit businesses, nonprofits don’t answer to shareholders who are focused solely on increasing revenue. That doesn’t mean having stable financials isn’t crucial for nonprofits too, though.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Whether you’re starting a nonprofit or looking to grow the support or capacity of an existing organization, you’re in the right place. The nonprofit sector has no shortage of great resources and Nonprofit Hub specializes in providing those that are free, engaging and easily implemented. Why Nonprofits Need Them [BLOG].

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Tools Nonprofit Podcast Course 81

Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

This is a time of accessible AI—anyone with an internet connection can use state-of-the-art tools to help with tasks like brainstorming ideas, generating art, and drafting documents. Understanding bias and harm Modern AI tools are trained on vast amounts of mostly human-generated data.

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Forum One

JANUARY 31, 2023

Not that long ago, powerful data management and analysis tools were often only accessible to the commercial sector. Today, there is a wealth of modern tools that make deep and meaningful data analysis more accessible to the nonprofit and social good sector. Thankfully, that has changed.

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John Kenyon

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In my work helping philanthropic and nonprofit organizations consider how to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into their work, a pathway for good outcomes is emerging. Use Cases: Learning about how nonprofit folks are using the tools, as well as how they’re integrated into the tools you already use.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 10, 2023

This renaissance of the medium presents a fantastic opportunity for deeper content to be created and consumed by people interested in the nonprofit world. We hope that you enjoy this summary of great nonprofit podcasts and please let us know if we left some off !

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

She shared a few highlights from Microsoft’s recent nonprofit sector research. If you want to continue learning about AI for nonprofits, register for the Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit , using the code VIRTUAL. We also discussed use cases, benefits, limitations, adoptions, and lots of practical tips.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

This is the eighth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits.

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John Kenyon

MARCH 4, 2024

Is your nonprofit harnessing the power of AI like ChatGPT in your daily operations? The key lies in having clear organizational procedures and policies. Remind your team that AI is a tool, not a crystal ball. Embracing AI like ChatGPT can be a game-changer for nonprofit organizations.

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Candid

JUNE 1, 2022

Whether you’re a nonprofit professional with decades of experience or thinking about starting your own organization , you know how crucial donations are for fueling a nonprofit’s ability to deliver on its mission. Nonprofit payment processing: A quick overview . This is why they’re the preferred choice for many nonprofits. .

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Aggregator Policy Nonprofit Integration 105

NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Whether you’re starting a nonprofit or looking to grow the support or capacity of an existing organization, you’re in the right place. The nonprofit sector has no shortage of great resources and Nonprofit Hub specializes in providing those that are free, engaging and easily implemented. Why Nonprofits Need Them [BLOG].

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Tools Nonprofit Podcast Course 45

Non Profit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Meta—the parent company of Facebook and Instagram—has been under fire in the past few years over its lax policies on news content, data privacy, and misinformation. For nonprofits, this moment presents an opportunity for a social media strategy “do-over.” Marginalized users and organizations have been impacted in multiple ways.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

You might be inspired to bring your idea to life by starting a nonprofit. million registered nonprofits in the United States, making these charitable organizations a staple of modern society. However, any new nonprofit needs a strong foundation to thrive. Around 30% of nonprofits cease to exist within 10 years of their founding.

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  A full-service marketing and creative agency, Media Cause helps nonprofits accelerate their impact.

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

The good news is that nonprofit organizations, advocacy organizations, businesses, individuals, and other changemakers can successfully advocate for a better future for LGBTQ+ people with support from the right strategies and tools. Fortunately, technology like digital advocacy tools make this easy to do for staff and supporters alike.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

However, these convenient fundraising options come with a risk many in the nonprofit world aren’t very familiar with—cybersecurity. The importance of cybersecurity for nonprofits can’t be overstated, and your organization is not immune to the constantly evolving cyber threats that come with sharing information through the internet.

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sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

Working in the nonprofit sector is hard. And salaries in many nonprofit organizations can’t compete with the for-profit sector. According to The Council of Nonprofits 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey , almost three quarters of nonprofits that completed the survey have current openings at their organization.

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Forum One

APRIL 8, 2021

Not that long ago, powerful data management and analysis tools were often only accessible to the commercial sector. Today, there is a wealth of modern tools that make deep and meaningful data analysis more accessible to the nonprofit and social good sector. Tools to Help You ‘Get the Data’. Thankfully, that’s changing.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 23, 2024

Advisory committees let your nonprofit work with others who want to see you succeed. As a nonprofit leader, you likely want to do your best to ensure that the voices and experiences of the communities you serve are represented in your work. At every stage, an advisory committee should be actively influencing your programs and policies.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 8, 2010

The other day, Matt Sharp shared this link to a social media policy generator called the Social Media Policy Tool. It asks you 12 questions mostly having to do with control and then spits out the biolerplate for your policy. Here's the social media policy I created for Beth's Blog. Social Media Policies.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

So many nonprofits found 2023 to be particularly stressful. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year. Tip 1: If you have an operating reserve, review your policy.

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sgEngage

JULY 26, 2023

The Requirements Provide Access to Privacy Policies and Other Privacy Resources Do any of your online resources need to include a link to your privacy policy, notice at collection, or forms to change privacy preferences, etc.? The GPC is a tool that can be used to send a signal when visiting web pages.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2019

By Maria De La Guardia , design director and brand strategist at Bureau for Good , a design agency that helps nonprofits explain why they matter across digital and print media. How often do you revisit your nonprofit website with an eye to better engagement? Speaking of metrics, how do you measure your nonprofit site’s performance?

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The Modern Nonprofit

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In this thought-provoking exploration, we delve into the complexities of privacy-compliant digital fundraising, unpacking the tools and tactics necessary to thrive without compromising the sacred trust of your donors. Nonprofits, heavily reliant on digital channels for fundraising, face new challenges in adapting to these legislations.

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EveryAction

MAY 30, 2023

Email Email is a versatile tool when it comes to virtual lobby days. Before your event, use an email series to give supporters a refresher on the policy issues you’re working on and how they’re impacting the community. Mobile messaging While email is a powerful tool, it also has its limitations.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 21, 2022

posted by Kelsey Duman Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. The nonprofit sector is built on human resources (HR): the energy, efficiency and passion of its employees. However, small nonprofits face complex challenges in accessing and implementing SHRM. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Solutions.

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Media Cause

MAY 31, 2023

When is the last time you read through your organization’s privacy policy? Here, we outline the latest trends your nonprofit needs to know in the ever-evolving world of data privacy. Ensure your actions match your policies When you say you aren’t tracking website visitors, are you sure that’s the case?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

While you may never find yourself in a crisis of this magnitude at your nonprofit, you can learn from Southwest’s mistakes and use those lessons to prepare for a potential disaster. Infrastructure includes more than just the tools you use. Now think about your nonprofit and what you could face in the future. What happened?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 4, 2024

The Salesforce nonprofit grantmaking solution, foundationConnect, was created over 15 years ago on the belief that we could support better collaboration among stakeholders in the grants management process. The good news is your organization has options to consider for replacing foundationConnect with another grantmaking solution.

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Qgiv

MARCH 29, 2023

Google Ad Grants for nonprofits can be a powerful FREE solution for any eligible charitable organization, but proper management is key to maximizing the opportunity. Since 2011, Give Back Nation’s Google Certified Ad Grant Manager team has helped over 5,400 nonprofits manage their Ad Grants. How do nonprofits get started?

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 5, 2022

The nonprofit sector is ever-changing, and in this digital age it is now opening its arms to a new way to accept donations : through the blockchain and cryptocurrency. New apps and online services have made working with cryptocurrency easier than ever, allowing nonprofits to avoid turning away donors who wish to donate digital currency.

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Candid

MAY 13, 2021

Running a nonprofit is often a balancing act. . Most nonprofit leaders and staff tend to focus on the mission solely, but they also have to accomplish basic business tasks to keep the organization going. Many nonprofit leaders hesitate to spend money on administrative expenses. Project-based allocation and policy .

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Candid

APRIL 11, 2024

So when I learned about Candid’s Demographics via Candid —an initiative that allows nonprofit organizations to share demographic information on their Candid nonprofit profile , where funders, donors, and researchers could easily access it—I was both intrigued and skeptical. They built a public API and released a public data set.

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John Kenyon

APRIL 11, 2024

For nonprofits and grantmaking organizations committed to racial equity, using artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) raises important concerns. Examples in Practice Let’s say your nonprofit wants to use an LLM to help field questions on your website’s chatbot. Complement with human judgment.

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