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5 Common Questions About Calculating Your Nonprofit’s Indirect Cost Rates

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Indirect costs can be confusing because there is conflicting information about indirect cost rates for nonprofits, what is considered an indirect cost, and how to calculate the costs. Organizations can conduct a time study to determine the amount of time folks spend on specific tasks and projects.

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COVID-19 case study: Changing funding practices in Europe

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After a steady decline in extreme poverty rates over the past two decades, inequalities between countries have been on the rise again as a result of COVID 19. Two years after the start of the pandemic, vaccination rates still vary from 0.6% in the DRC and 1.4% in Yemen, to around 80% in most European countries.

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3 Key Findings from the 2021 Giving Experience Study

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In this article, we’ll explore three key findings from the Giving Experience Study and explain what they mean for your nonprofit, including: . Convenience — in your donation process, event registration, and activity participation — is one of your supporters’ most important values. Convenience is crucial. .

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[STUDY] The 2023 Fundraisers Outlook: 6 Strategic Themes to Drive Fundraising Success

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Board Support and Engagement It’s a necessity for the long-term success of a nonprofit that its Board is engaged and committed to supporting its needs. of Board members did not support any form of fundraising activity, and 20.8% of Board members did not support any form of fundraising activity, and 20.8% Take a Tour 5.

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Solving the Donor Retention Rate Issue: The Case for Creating a Board-level Donor Thank You Committee

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Do you know your organization’s donor retention rate? In 2019, Dr. Adrian Sargent bemoaned the fact that first-time donor retention rates were below thirty percent: “The USA still holds the record for the most shockingly poor pattern of results. Because according to the FEP, the 2020 repeat donor retention rate was 59.6%—whereas

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How to gather high-quality nonprofit client feedback

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One way to serve your clients more effectively is to gather feedback from participants, then use what you learn to improve services and support organizational change initiatives. At L4G, response rates vary by collection method, from a median of 64% for in-person surveys to 32% for emailed surveys.

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Weaving Empathy into Action: The Crucial Role of Storytelling for Nonprofits

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In the digital age, where information travels rapidly and online interactions shape public perception, nonprofits that prioritize their online presence build trust, attract support, and foster long-term engagement. 6) Improved Email Response Rates: Nonprofits using storytelling in their email campaigns experience better response rates.