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JULY 22, 2024

Part Two When the generative AI bots made their debut in early 2024, they signaled a definitive end to the idea that yesterday’s technology is good enough for today’s members. Expectations for high-touch service and personal attention are rising steadily. Sliding by on “same old, same old” is not an option in a newly competitive environment. The.orgSource paper, Pathways to Organizational Excellence , presents a blueprint for meeting the challenges of digital markets.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 9, 2024

Videos are one of the best ways to share your story with potential and current donors. Here's how to use them to support your mission.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 18, 2024

By Heather Mansfield , founder and editor-in-chief of Nonprofit Tech for Good The average growth rate for social media ranges from 0.64% to 3% per month , depending upon the platform. In other words, the era of organic growth on social media is over. To grow your following on social media, you need to make a concerted effort to let your supporters and donors know how to find your nonprofit on social media. 1) Feature social media icons on every page of your website.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 5, 2024

New member orientation doesn’t have to be boring. With these orientation tips and activities, your organization can welcome new members smoothly and easily, inspiring member engagement and retaining them longer.

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JULY 17, 2024

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JULY 8, 2024

Maps can be a great visualization tool and an engaging way for supporters to connect with the causes they care about. Here are five ways nonprofits use maps to support their missions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 22, 2024

Paybee’s Annual Bid Masters competition reveals the 54 best benefit auctioneers of 2024, these trailblazers are leading the way in the world of benefit auctioneering and transforming the fundraising landscape. This year’s top auctioneers are driving impactful change, raising crucial funds and leveraging their expertise to make a difference for great causes worldwide.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 15, 2024

Explore the top companies that generously donate to nonprofits. You'll also learn the different types of donations and tips for requesting donations.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 10, 2024

When you decide to go on a major road trip, you often begin planning months in advance. The same can be said for your organization, as it is making plans for its next association management software (AMS). You can lead your association to new a new AMS platform! Read our blog to begin preparing your organization for new technology today. How to build an expert internal AMS selection team “Every selection team for new technology needs representatives across the board,” said Collier Faubion, Nimbl

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DonorPerfect

JULY 16, 2024

4 Donor Engagement Solutions to Convert New Supporters The traditional donor funnel has been around for years, but as many nonprofit professionals have pointed out, it’s flawed. The old model has failed fundraisers because it’s organized by monetary involvement, with a goal of converting prospects to major givers – essentially treating fundraising like sales.

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Bloomerang

JULY 22, 2024

On July 16, we announced the arrival of the industry-first Bloomerang AI Content Assistant ! This innovative feature is designed to overcome writer’s block and save you hours of writing time and effort while helping you craft even better messages. No more staring at a blank page! The AI Content Assistant is like having a helpful writing companion by your side.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 24, 2024

The GivingTuesday Data Commons released its Lookback Report, which highlights giving trends related to diversity, donor behaviors and more.

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Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 7, 2024

Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Time: 1 pm ET / 10 am PT (1 hour) Cost: Free Presented by: Tim Sarrantonio , Director of Corporate Brand at Neon One This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters—emphasizing trust, engagement, and community over transactional giving models.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 18, 2024

Want more event attendees? Who doesn't? Here are common reasons for low attendance and tactics you can use to boost it starting today.

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Charity Village

JULY 2, 2024

Blumbergs Professional Corporation has released their 2024 Blumbergs ONCA Suitcase. The new Ontario Not-for-profit Corporations Act, 2010 (ONCA) came into force on October 19, 2021. In 2013, they launched our first ONCA Suitcase, in which we consolidated available ONCA-related information in one PDF document, which was updated in November 2021. They have further updated the ONCA Suitcase to […] The post Blumbergs publishes 2024 Ontario not-for-profit Corporations Act resources appeared fir

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Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

The latest GivingUSA report on charitable giving in the United States is out. What do smart fundraisers, particularly those heading up “one-person” development shops, need to know? Charitable giving in the U.S. declined by 2.1% in 2023 after adjusting for inflation. Nonprofits have been concerned about the decreasing number of American donors for years, and the 2023 report reinforces these worries.

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The Sponsorship Collective

JULY 24, 2024

I call this post “The Definitive Guide to the Sponsorship Proposal” for a reason! I am going to tell you everything you need to know about creating a winning sponsorship proposal and how to write a sponsorship proposal that actually works.

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JULY 22, 2024

New nonprofits need effective donor acquisition strategies to maximize their reach and impact. Explore the best strategies in this guide.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2024

Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 Time: 1 pm ET / 10 am PT (20 Minutes) Cost: Free Presented by: Lyn Chamberlin Are you a nonprofit struggling to make your mark in a crowded space? It’s time to rethink your approach to branding. Join us for a free 20-minute webinar to explore the critical distinction between logos and brands and why focusing solely on logo design can lead to a disconnect between visual representation and brand essence.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 22, 2024

Discover essential fundraising metrics your nonprofit must monitor for success. Explore key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive donor engagement, revenue growth and organizational impact in our comprehensive guide.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 8, 2024

Albert Einstein once said: “If you cannot explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” As grant directors, managers, and writers you need to understand what you are writing about in your proposals, especially if you aren’t involved directly in the project or program development. If you don’t understand it in writing, potential funders won’t understand it in review either.

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The Sponsorship Collective

JULY 24, 2024

Before you dive in, if you want to know how to calculate sponsorship value, check out these titles in our “sponsorship valuation” series: Sponsorship ROI Metrics: Approaches to Measurement and Evaluation Tangible vs.

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JULY 11, 2024

Find new donors now! Your Guided Growth Plan provides beginner, intermediate, and advanced steps to connect with people who are passionate about your mission, ASAP. Experts from DonorPerfect and Positive Equation are here to make growing easy, no matter where you are on your fundraising journey.

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