.orgSource

MAY 23, 2023

Don’t Forget Policies and Procedures There’s more to oversight than reading the financial statements. Be sure to review important policies and procedures. To highlight the significant metrics, describe the relationship between the budget, the plan, and initiatives that are important to members. Lastly, reputation is everything.

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Raise Law Associations Director 419

M+R

JANUARY 8, 2024

We’re fueled by hope rather than despair because we’re in the business of building movements, building long-term power, and working with world changing clients to pass policies that make people’s lives better. The obstacle that must be overcome is not one of policy but of politics.

Campaign 80

Campaign Advocacy Policy Demonstration 80

Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

When you turn to another person for relationship advice, whether that’s a trusted friend or therapist, you often start by discussing what’s bothering you. But when it comes to a troubling relationship with your data, can you turn to those same people? Solution : Solve this challenge by creating a data capture policy.

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Associations Challenge Data Taxonomy 319

EveryAction

MARCH 8, 2023

Implementing more modern tools—especially major software, such as customer relationship management (CRM) or fundraising software—can provide your organization with new efficiencies and new capabilities to improve fundraising , marketing, volunteer management, and ultimately do even more to power your purpose. Update your database policies.

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Software Tips Phase Policy 226

EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

Often, the central issue is a specific policy or a cultural phenomenon that the organization seeks to promote or eliminate. For example, a local nonprofit working on educational issues may raise awareness about specific school board policies with the aim of making them more inclusive.

Advocacy 199

Advocacy Generation Strategy Awareness 199

.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Early in our relationship, my executive coach reminded me that every CEO gets the organization they deserve. Your audit might explore any, or all of, these seven areas: Technology systems Policies and procedures Security Productivity Communication Culture Professional development How you present this initiative to your employees is critical.

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Team Evaluation Attitude Interview 221

Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. Volunteer policies and procedures: It is critical that you have policies and procedures in place that minimize potential problems that could arise.

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Volunteer Create Policy Roles 119

.orgSource

AUGUST 28, 2023

Treat this relationship like a formal engagement. Review expense policies, conflict of interest, or any other relevant policies or ethical issues. The more clarity you can bring to their responsibilities, the better. Have a point person on staff ready to help with logistics. This is critical.

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YouTube Industry Leadership Podcast 221

Greater Giving

MARCH 5, 2024

As stewards of this trust, understanding and upholding data privacy is crucial for maintaining positive relationships and ensuring long-term sustainability. Ethical Responsibility : Protecting donor information is an ethical obligation, demonstrating respect for their privacy and building stronger relationships.

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Data Fundraising Policy Nonprofit 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2023

According to Creator Feed Podcast , we will likely see many more creator apps and more and more creators adopt these tools.They also predict an increase in regulations and policies aimed at addressing ethical concerns – specifically around copyright and commercial use. We call this the dividend of time in our book.

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Tools Nonprofit Adopt Philanthropy 162

sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

This may involve conducting equity audits , adopting anti-racist policies and practices, and actively working to dismantle barriers to access and opportunity. Be Proactive in Legal Advocacy: Engage in legal advocacy efforts to challenge discriminatory laws and policies that hinder progress toward equity.

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Philanthropy Action Structure Law 83

sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

Datamaking can ground processes of joint learning that energize grantee relationships. These visual analysis tools illuminate potential connections and spaces where relationships exist or are possible. However, datamaking has added power because it can beused to deepen strategic social processes of foundation-funded change.

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Data Knowledge Philanthropy Policy 96

EveryAction

AUGUST 3, 2023

Effective major gift fundraising focuses on cultivating relationships with that 20% of donors, and we’re here to help guide your efforts to maximal success. This kind of corporate relationship, when managed well, can produce significant financial support, increased visibility, and mutually beneficial outcomes.

Strategy 177

Strategy Giving Fundraising Gift 177

Forum One

JANUARY 17, 2024

While experimentation is still a good way to learn, the potential and pitfalls of AI demand that every organization get serious about strategies, policies, and approaches that can steer them through decisions on AI. The term encompasses a wide range of tools and practices that can support an equally wide range of work and strategies.

Digital 92

Digital Attitude Government Model 92

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Regardless of the tool we’re using, the team at MomsRising is committed to deepening and broadening the conversation around public policy issues that impact families in our country. With our blog firmly established as a valuable source of content, we are now developing strategies to further leverage our blog to support our policy goals.

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Policy Goal Lesson Share 98

sgEngage

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Nonprofit organizations should be fostering relationships with their planned donors to not only remain in their estate plans but also to identify future fundraising projections. Building relationships with potential planned donors is an important preliminary step to generate interest.

Giving 52

Giving Blackbaud Gift Policy 52

Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

While there are risks of accepting in-kind donations, those risks can be offset by creating firm policies and guidelines surrounding the in-kind donations your nonprofit will accept. Not all gifts are made equally, and you won’t be able to accept them all if you don’t create an in-kind donation policy. What are in-kind donations?

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Donation Guide Policy Nonprofit 93

Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Policy and marketing team members within your nonprofit can make a great team to plan accordingly. For people who are new to your organization, invite them to start by contacting their members of Congress and/or voicing their support for a bill or policy position. Be careful to comment on policy, not politics.

Communication 59

Communication Support Calendar Advocacy 59

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

We are hosting a guided exploration of what trust means for our future relationships with staff, boards, constituents, and the association industry. The objective is to arrive at actionable strategies for strengthening those relationships. Values can, and should, change with shifts in scale, process, policies, or priorities.

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Voice Associations Culture Environment 221

Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

After October 31, PPGF will receive and grant donated funds to nonprofits according to their policies and timelines. The loss of recurring donations and tax documentation from Meta could impact donor relationships and retention. Meta will no longer cover donation processing fees after October 31. Nonprofits rely on this funding.

Process 52

Process Facebook Paypal Free 52

Candid

JANUARY 2, 2024

foundation funding to HBCUs and exploring these schools’ relationship with institutional philanthropy. We invite you to explore our collection policy and sign up for a free account to contribute to the collection—as we all work together to strengthen our sector’s collective knowledge and impact. 

Resource 119

Resource Mississippi Participatory New York 119

Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2012

Jan Masaoka's California Nonprofit Policy Convention is far from conventional. Rather than cover the tired topics of typical nonprofit conferences like reaching donors or polishing mission statements, Masaoka's convention will challenge mainstream policies and look at policy decisions yet to come.

California 52

California Policy Los Angeles Issue 52

sgEngage

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The first iteration tracks disclosure of 22 data points across six specific dimensions of racial equity: (1) Pay Equity, (2) Racial/Ethnic Diversity Data, (3) Education and Training Programs, (4) Response to Mass Incarceration, (5) Community Investments, and (6) Anti-Discrimination Policies.

Data 88

Data America Policy Companies 88

Candid

APRIL 11, 2024

Ultimately, it was Candid’s responsiveness and emphasis on relationship building that shifted my perspective from uncertainty to confidence. Intersectional demographic data, vital to feminist philanthropy WFN is a deeply intersectional movement of funders fighting for policies and standards across lines of race, class, and gender.

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Data Demographics Aggregator Participatory 98

Greater Giving

JANUARY 19, 2024

Negotiate Beyond Price While cost is essential, negotiate other aspects of the agreement, such as payment terms, cancellation policies, and any potential add-ons. Build Long-Term Relationships with Your Event Vendors Express a genuine interest in a long-term partnership.

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Proposal Comparison Phase Relationship 52

Qgiv

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Nonprofit endowments 101 How endowments work Nonprofit endowment fund rules and policies Benefits of nonprofit endowments How to start an endowment fund Nonprofit endowments 101 Exactly what is an endowment fund? Investment policy For your investment policy, you need to decide what your organization can invest the endowment into.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Policy Fund Gift 52

Qgiv

APRIL 15, 2024

A gift of life insurance is when a donor names an organization as the beneficiary of an insurance policy or transfers ownership of the policy to the charity. Follow up with legacy donors and their families Maintain a relationship with your legacy donors and their families, and express gratitude for their commitment to your cause.

Guide 52

Guide Giving Gift Donor 52

Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2023

It’s well worth developing a relationship with an expert you can call on, especially for complex gifts that require some finesse. Develop a gift acceptance policy. Such a policy is a godsend for staff because you can now say “I’m sorry, our policy prohibits us from accepting gifts of property sitting on toxic waste sites.”

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Gift Law Charity Guidelines 79

EveryAction

MAY 30, 2023

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. Here’s how to strategically use your organization’s channels before, during, and after the event to market and maximize your virtual lobby day to move your mission forward.

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Virtual Advocacy Channel Mobile 163

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 30, 2024

Author Amy Edmondson ’s book and revolutionary guide will undoubtedly transform your relationship with failure. Errors (synonymous with mistakes) are unintended deviations from prespecified standards, such as procedures, rules, or policies. She defines failure as an outcome that deviates from desired results.

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Learning Environment History Award 58

sgEngage

JUNE 12, 2023

Organizations that use a Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) system will typically rely on it everyday. Critical information gets added here such as a new gift, a breakthrough conversation with a potential donor, or the assignment of a fundraiser to manage the relationship with a major donor. What is your CRM System’s purpose?

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System Search Evaluation Policy 85

EveryAction

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether your organization advocates for policy change on the national, state, or local level, mobilizing your supporters to place advocacy calls to their legislators is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal—and with support from the right technology, it can also be one of the most convenient. Building an advocacy campaign?

Advocacy 158

Advocacy Generation Support Script 158

Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

Rely on established relationships. As a best practice, use a constituent relationship manager (CRM) such as those included in EveryAction’s guide to picking a nonprofit CRM to help organize and monitor your campaign’s success. As you develop community relationships, you can leverage your network to run a larger campaign down the line.

Advocacy 130

Advocacy Campaign Tips Storytelling 130

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Choose a board of directors A nonprofit’s board of directors is a governing body typically made up of unpaid volunteers who set policies, determine strategic priorities, and provide oversight. Describe how your nonprofit will handle a breach of the policy, such as disciplinary actions or removal of the individual from their position.

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Nonprofit Files Policy Software 80

Candid

MARCH 26, 2024

Forward-looking nonprofit organizations know that leveraging data is key to determining where a community’s unmet needs are, securing resources to address those needs, and advocating for more effective policies. Rather than competing for limited resources, we are collaborating to secure funding and bring about policy change.

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Resource Data Community Aggregator 59

Candid

MAY 13, 2021

Make it hard to enforce expense policies You need to ensure expenses are appropriate, documented correctly, approved by the correct people, and charged to the right accounts. Such inefficiency can affect relationships with donors and potentially put your organization at risk. Enable project-based allocation and policy compliance.

Software 111

Software Management Policy Track 111

sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2023

At its core, TBP is rooted in a set of values and practices that help advance equity, shift dynamics, and build mutually accountable relationships across funders and practitioners. Streamlined approaches focused on dialogue and learning can pave the way for deeper relationships and mutual accountability.

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Philanthropy Literacy Gift Grant 71