Whole Whale

JANUARY 26, 2022

AmeriCorps offer amazing training for new members before they embark on their service journeys, their online course catalog covers an amazing breadth of content. However, over the past two years of the pandemic, there has been a massive shift to digital outreach that nonprofits now rely on to increase impact. What’s in it for you?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

By Kyle Behrend — a seasoned not-for-profit professional dedicated to educating and empowering nonprofits with AI through NFPs.AI. The nonprofit sector, often stretched for resources and expertise, is uniquely positioned to benefit from the efficiencies and opportunities offered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Candid

JUNE 5, 2024

For nonprofit organizations, which often have to meet urgent needs with limited resources, the importance of well-designed learning materials cannot be overstated. You can also conduct a training inventory to identify existing resources that can be repurposed. What is Instructional Design?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Volunteers are a lifeline for many nonprofits. million volunteers are currently needed to support nonprofits (VolunteerMatch). The challenge that many nonprofits experience is that volunteers start out excited, but the excitement soon fades, and so does their participation. Onboard and Train Volunteers. More than 10.4

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 5, 2014

At this year’s Nonprofit Technology Conference, I’m thrilled to be doing a panel on nonprofit technology training and it has a bit of a star wars theme, “ Learn You Will.” When I’m training other trainers, I often get asked “What books should I read?” By Dave Meier.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Many board members step into their roles with the best intentions, but let’s face it: they’re often woefully inexperienced. They might be new to nonprofit boards. Recruiting, training, and managing a board of directors may be some of the most challenging parts of an Executive Director’s job. It’s a lot. Can’t find a group?

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 3, 2023

The Volunteer Coordinator of the Event Committee A Vital and Often Overlooked Role Behind every successful nonprofit event, there is a dedicated team of volunteers working tirelessly to make it happen. The Volunteer Coordinator takes charge of the volunteer team, ensuring everyone knows their roles and responsibilities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

Note From Beth: Having good openers (and closers) are essential to the success of your training workshop. Share your role at your organization. Training Design' I always incorporate an icebreaker, a short exercise that lets people introduce themselves and tap into existing knowledge. Standard intros: Say your name.

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NTEN

JUNE 6, 2023

A tech-savvy team is essential for nonprofit organizations that want to thrive in the digital age. In this post, I will briefly explain how to pinpoint which technology skills folks need, assess current skill levels, provide training that doesn’t stink, and nurture a technology-positive culture where tech skills are a priority.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 15, 2021

As a leader in the nonprofit sector, you’re not only concerned with your own learning journey, but the professional development of your employees as well. You may be thinking that it’s not the right time to consider additional employee training at your organization because everyone is stressed about the pandemic.

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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 based on your new software platform (your new vendor or implementation partner should be able to provide some guidance here,) and set aside time for initial and ongoing training.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2023

Foundations play a crucial role in supporting nonprofit organizations and driving positive change within communities. By embracing a community leadership role, foundations can amplify their impact and empower grantees to achieve long-term, sustainable success.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Once you know what you need, craft clear board role descriptions that resonate and attract. Describe not just the roles but the impact these roles have. Offer continuous learning opportunities to deepen your board members’ understanding of nonprofit governance best practices and emerging trends. But don’t stop at day one.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2019

Too often, nonprofit professionals don’t receive the training they need. We all know the typical explanations – funders don’t allocate enough dollars to professional development, learners can’t give up the time for in-person training, and relevant classes aren’t offered in every area. The most popular resource of 2019!

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions.

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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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Candid

MARCH 11, 2024

In late January, the Building Movement Project (BMP) published our newest Race to Lead report on leadership aspirations among those working at nonprofit organizations. In other words, they should be pulled toward leadership roles by positive, affirming experiences.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 25, 2023

The board of directors plays a critical role in fundraising to support a nonprofit’s mission and operations Many board members may feel uncertain about how they can effectively contribute to fundraising efforts. They also play a key role in ensuring that donors feel valued and appreciated for their support.

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Bloomerang

MAY 16, 2023

Nonprofit organizations rely heavily on the support of their board members to achieve their missions. The four keys to build a fully invested board are: educate them about the organization’s needs, shift their mindset, engage them in meaningful ways, and recognize their role in fueling the mission. Get Started Today 1.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In my four decades as a senior fundraising executive, part-time consultant, and nonprofit CEO, I have worked with (or served on) 20 nonprofit boards. Having been the only one in my business school class who chose a career in the nonprofit sector, I was able to use my MBA training to lead change and turnarounds.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

While some might not think of labor unions as part of the social sector, they are in fact 501(c)(5) nonprofits and have been included in Candid’s data tools for years. Unions offer their members professional development and training opportunities. Unions create processes of accountability around workplace concerns.

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fusionSpan

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

As a nonprofit, keeping track of your supporters and donors and managing member relationships is an essential part of how you fulfill your mission. In a nutshell, nonprofits should have a database because it is the central hub for recording and keeping information about their members, donors and supporters.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 15, 2021

What is it about the fundraising profession that makes people with no training in fundraising or fundraising copywriting think *they* know best? I doubt these same nonprofit CEOs and/or board members would brazenly walk into an operating room and try their hands at surgery. . 2: Educate nonprofit management and board members. .

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NTEN

JUNE 9, 2023

Keeping a nonprofit organization’s website secure is critical. Despite these, organizations in the nonprofit sector tend not to be at the forefront of devoting significant effort or resources to cybersecurity. Train employees on cybersecurity. Cyber-attacks can cause significant damage to an organization.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

Nonprofits of all sizes have one need in common: funding. Without it, your nonprofit can’t operate and do the important work that fuels your cause. As donor behavior continues to change, nonprofits of all sizes must increasingly rely on the generosity of many instead of the consistent support from a few.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2014

I love teaching (and learning) and it was a pleasure to work with students, nonprofits, and faculty. One thing I realized is that training social workers receive as part of their education is also very relevant for change makers inside of nonprofits, consultants, and trainers. I introduced a framework from Dr.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 2, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Beyond the Basics: Elevating Volunteer Engagement for Nonprofit Success Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to design a volunteer engagement program that fosters a positive experience for both your nonprofit and your volunteers.

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Achieve

MAY 11, 2022

You wouldn’t apply for a job without knowing everything about the role, right? That’s where your role descriptions come into play. Your volunteer role descriptions let potential volunteers know about the skills required for the role, the tasks they’ll be completing, and other important logistical details. The role title.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Nonprofit leaders need to commit to a mindset of continuous learning and professional development to remain relevant and effective in their current roles. Invest In Training and Workshops Some of the best resources available in any industry are training programs, webinars, and workshops.

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Kindful

JUNE 8, 2021

Not every nonprofit board member needs to be a financial whiz to effectively serve on a board. You want board members who are able to successfully function in the role of financial stewardship of your nonprofit. Their roles and responsibilities have greater weight. Here’s how you can build that board. It’s not sexy.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 7, 2024

But the good news is that nonprofits benefit from higher open rates compared to regular marketing emails. To improve your nonprofit email marketing, focus on sending relevant messages to your donors at the appropriate times. Check out nine nonprofit email marketing examples every nonprofit should have.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. We’ve had our own share of nonprofit compliance undertakings over the years. Compliance takes collaboration One key takeaway from our SOC 2 audit is that effective nonprofit compliance requires collaboration.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 4, 2023

Volunteers are the backbone of every nonprofit’s workforce, and having a good volunteer staff helps your organization accomplish more for your cause. To keep your volunteers as effective as possible, develop a volunteer management process that helps you recruit, train, and steward volunteers for your organization.

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Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

Fall is in the air, and for many of our clients, it's time to plan events, focus on growth, and either attend or plan training for new members in new roles. read more ).

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises. Ask behavioral and situational questions to get a better understanding of the candidate’s role compatibility.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Define roles and responsibilities clearly Defining roles and responsibilities ensures that potential candidates have a precise understanding of your organization’s expectations and protects against any surprises. Ask behavioral and situational questions to get a better understanding of the candidate’s role compatibility.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 3, 2022

posted by Syvan Diamond Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Leadership succession planning, similar to donor succession planning, is often addressed when the concern arises rather than preemptively within a nonprofit organization’s fiscal year. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Validate your work.

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