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3 Common Problems in Nonprofit Event Planning

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With in-person events forced to move to virtual, the nonprofit industry has seen a complete change in operations over the last two years. During this transition, nonprofits are turning to new event software and tools to create the best experience for their audiences.

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How the Supply Chain Problem Affects Your Nonprofit

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However, it has ramifications for your nonprofit beyond what you may think. The supply chain issue in the U.S. and abroad is something that affects all of us. Sure, if you’re an organization reliant on providing things to people you serve, it could be an incredible challenge.

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The Individual Donor Problem — Are You Addressing It?

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However, despite growing giving dollar totals, there is a individual donor problem. Americans gave more in 2020 than in 2019. In fact, of the record $471 billion contributed in total, about 80% were from individuals.

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Gratitude Matters: Overcoming Nonprofit Thank-You Problems

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However, when it comes to thanking donors, nonprofits often encounter numerous challenges. Let’s take a look at some of these problems and ways you can address Read More » The post Gratitude Matters: Overcoming Nonprofit Thank-You Problems appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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Start Your Ask with the Problem!

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Donors want to solve problems. “Last year more than one million quarter-inch drills were sold – not because people wanted quarter-inch drills, but because they wanted quarter-inch holes.” This often-quoted concept by Theodore Levitt sums up exactly what your focus should be as a major gift officer (MGO).

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The Nonprofit World’s Robot Problem: AI Does Not Replace Donor Engagement

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In November, a new online artificial intelligence (AI) program called ChatGPT was released in a free test mode. It can hold a conversation, answer questions and create eerily accurate written statements. It reminded me of an old saying, “If you don’t want to be replaced by a robot, stop behaving like one.”

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It’s Time to Rethink Nonprofits

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Some major donors are shifting away from donating to nonprofits because, in their minds, nonprofits always ask for money, and the problems are never solved. Although the U.S. is a generous nation, Americans are skeptical about charities. Here are two critical ways that the sector can pivot to address this.

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