2024

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Donor-Advised Funds Soar in Popularity as Nonprofits Successfully Engage New Donors

NonProfit PRO

Our DAF roundup includes the four biggest reporting DAF charities sharing year-over-year grant totals, as well as a look at how this revenue stream is impacting nonprofits.

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The Biggest Branding Mistakes Nonprofits Make: 3 Essential Fixes

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Lyn Chamberlin , founder of LC Leadership – a strategic brand development consultancy. Branding can make or break a nonprofit, yet many organizations struggle to communicate their value effectively. Despite meaningful and transformative missions, nonprofits often fall into common branding traps. Small and medium-sized nonprofits, in particular, often lack the resources and expertise to craft compelling narratives, engage supporters, and clearly define the problems they address.

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The Ultimate Nonprofit Guide to Digital Marketing

Wild Apricot

Digital marketing if key for your nonprofit to get others to hear about your mission and goals. In this guide you'll learn everything A-Z about nonprofit digital marketing strategies and how to build your own.

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Optimizing your Digital Fundraising for the Future

Charity Village

Original Broadcast Date: May 23, 2024 Summary: Are you wondering how your charity can adapt to the changing landscape of digital fundraising? Join Ved Khan of GoFundMe and Wen-Chih O’Connell of PayPal Giving Fund Canada to learn data-driven insights on how you can optimize your digital fundraising strategies for the future of giving, to better engage […] The post Optimizing your Digital Fundraising for the Future appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.

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2024 Cause Calendar: Events & Campaigns to Watch For | FrontStream

frontstream

As we enter the second half of 2024, there are many important events and campaigns to keep an eye on. If you’re a nonprofit planning a fundraising event , you're surely scouring your calendar for the perfect dates that align with the message of your cause and, in turn, ensure higher supporter turnout. Our cause calendar list is designed to help; it provides a series of days dedicated to different causes and is broken down by months and cause categories.

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How to gather high-quality nonprofit client feedback

Candid

Nonprofit organizations are always looking for ways to increase the impact of their work. 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 Listen4Good (L4G), we call this process a “client feedback loop.” This includes asking questions such as: “To what extent have we met your needs?

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Grants: The Fine Art Of Arm Twisting

The NonProfit Times

The grant deadline is barreling toward you like a freight train. You asked program staff for critical information weeks ago, but still have not received it. They’re ignoring your texts, emails, and phone calls, and you’ve just learned an essential player has gone on vacation. “Unfortunately, this doomsday scenario is not unusual. Grant professionals consistently lament the lackadaisical response of staff members when asked for data, program details, budget figures, and other essential informati

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The Digital Donor Engagement Funnel

DonorPerfect

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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New Bloomerang AI Content Assistant

Bloomerang

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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How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

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. 🤝 Industry expert Tim Sarrantonio will explore data-backed strategies to engage supporters as active participants in a community that values their contributions and shared ideals.

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GivingUSA 2024 | What Small Nonprofits Need to Know

Pamela Grow

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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A Guide to Nonprofit Video Storytelling

NonProfit PRO

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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New! 2024 Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising Program Now On-Demand

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The next series of webinars required to earn a Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good starts October 23, 2024, but if you would like to earn the certificate now, you can purchase the notes and recordings from the last series presented in March and April 2024. Customized for nonprofits with limited time and financial resources, the certificate program covers the fundamentals of website and email marketing, online fundraising, and social media for nonprofi

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Human Resources for Nonprofits 

Wild Apricot

Learn the key responsibilities of HR in nonprofits including staffing, compensation, benefits, training, culture, and employee relations. Discover best practices for nonprofit human resource management.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

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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Board Revolution: Rethinking Nonprofit Governance for Organizational Impact

Charity Village

Original Broadcast Date: June 13, 2024 Summary: When it comes to nonprofit governance, the status quo isn’t working. Board members feel undervalued and disengaged, EDs are overwhelmed, and organizations don’t have the strategic leadership they need. In this session, we look at nonprofit governance from a fresh perspective that puts your organization’s purpose front and […] The post Board Revolution: Rethinking Nonprofit Governance for Organizational Impact appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Funders, do you have Main Character Syndrome and are engaging in crappy funding practices? We’re coming for you!

Nonprofit AF

[Image description: A duck, photoshopped onto a background that looks like they’re stepping out from behind a sheet of wrinkled purple paper, kind of like how someone would step onto the stag…

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Ethical Nonprofit Storytelling: How to Interview Your Beneficiaries for Stories & Appeals

Donorbox

Chances are, your nonprofit was started because of storytelling – a story about a person, an animal, or a place in a dire state of need moved your founders to act immediately. That is the power of storytelling. An authentically, compassionately, and respectfully told story has the ability to mobilize action like no statistic or […] The post Ethical Nonprofit Storytelling: How to Interview Your Beneficiaries for Stories & Appeals appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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What to know about U.S. nonprofit sector demographics 

Candid

What’s the demographic composition of the U.S. nonprofit sector—in terms of race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and disability status? Are staff, leaders, and board members equally diverse? How does leadership diversity vary by organization size, revenue, subsector, and state? How do majority BIPOC-led (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) nonprofits fare compared with majority white-led ones?

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.

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Creating clarity about vital community services

Big Duck

Related Content CampaignsParent Project Muscular DystrophyEngaging the community to raise funds BrandsNew York City Campaign Finance BoardUsing research to bring out more voters BrandsBlue EngineBuilding a brand for change BrandsKeshetBuilding a brand for a thriving organization BrandsShriver Center on Poverty Law Shaping a unified voice for a national audience

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Grant Budgeting: Tips for Maximizing Funding Opportunities

The NonProfit Times

By Jackie Sue Griffin Securing grant funding is crucial to a nonprofit’s growth, and it starts with crafting a well-planned and realistic budget. In this article, we’ll explore effective grant budgeting strategies that nonprofits can implement to strengthen their grant applications, increase their chances of success, and ultimately, make a greater impact in their communities.

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Elevate Your Membership Management

Bloomerang

In the dynamic world of nonprofits, managing supporters effectively often feels like juggling too many tasks at once. But what if you could simplify this? Imagine harnessing the power of unified data to streamline operations, boost engagement, and drive retention. Enter Bloomerang Membership Management , a feature-rich add-on that merges donor and membership data seamlessly, helping you create a holistic engagement strategy.

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11 Free resources to elevate your nonprofit in 2024

DonorDock

Explore this insightful blog packed with 11 free nonprofit resources, curated especially to help nonprofits streamline operations, better engage donors, raise funds effectively, and amplify their impact. Start leveraging these resources today!

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Nonprofit Technology Kick Start: Free World Class Board Meeting Software

Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.

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5 Ways Maps Can Help People Find Your Mission

NonProfit PRO

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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6 Reasons Why Nonprofits & Golf Tournament Sponsors Love Digital Exposure

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Jennifer Wemhoff , Communications Manager at GolfStatus – the leading event management platform for golf fundraisers. Now more than ever before, our world is online. When it comes to your nonprofit’s annual golf tournament fundraiser, leveraging digital channels throughout planning and execution is crucial to success. From promotion to registration to golfer engagement, digital tools improve fundraising outcomes and make life easier for nonprofit tournament organizers.

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How to Get Funding for a Nonprofit: Tips on Tapping into 12 Top Funding Sources

Wild Apricot

Knowing how to get funding for a nonprofit is the first step towards success! Discover the pros & cons of the most common nonprofit funding sources.

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Accounting Governance: Unlocking the Power of the Nonprofit Treasurer and Finance Committee

Charity Village

Original Broadcast Date: June 6, 2024 Summary: Tune in for an insightful webinar as we dive into the important roles of the nonprofit treasurer and finance committee. Learn how they serve as the backbone of financial stewardship for your organization. This session offers practical guidance and expert advice on the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices […] The post Accounting Governance: Unlocking the Power of the Nonprofit Treasurer and Finance Committee appeared first on Charit

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Donor Engagement Guide: 8 Key Steps to Better Retain and Engage Donors

Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!