Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JANUARY 30, 2024

We’ve just published the 2024 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report ! Thousands download this report every year (it’s our 14th edition) as it’s the “go-to” source for what’s REALLY happening in the world of nonprofit communications. Editing tools in word processing software, your browser, CMS, etc.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The best nonprofits are the ones that know the value of an employer brand communications plan. They understand a strategic plan can help attract and retain the top talent and avoid facing the current struggles of today’s competitive job market.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

This week, Kristina and I revealed our tentative nonprofit communications training schedule for 2024. Instead, we’ll share them in our community and on social media. The post Reveal Video: Our 2024 Nonprofit Communications Training Schedule appeared first on Nonprofit Marketing Guide.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

For example, AI-generated content has included Misinformation or inaccuracies Harmful bias Unvetted or unclear sources Illegal use of proprietary, copyrighted, and private information In our 2024 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report , despite these problems, we found that most nonprofits use AI.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 26, 2021

Let's review some of the best social media tools you should consider for your nonprofit to help you focus on your donors and prospects, and alleviate much of the stress in making sure you're doing well on social media.

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Clairification

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Did you ever wonder if there is a foolproof way to communicate with donors? It relates to the secret business your nonprofit is in. Something that emanated from whoever founded your nonprofit. Without this special something, your nonprofit wouldn’t exist. Actually, there is! And it’s not about process. Can you guess?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JANUARY 20, 2022

If you’re curious about how often other nonprofits communicate on Facebook, Instagram, email, or any other communications channels, we have answers from the 2022 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. . Communications frequency is one strong indicator of effectiveness.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 10, 2024

Like Herding Cats I can recall a few times in my nonprofit journey when coordinating a new marketing campaign across departments felt more like herding cats than orchestrating a symphony. It made it clear how vital a focus on collaboration is, especially when we’re all trying to do a lot with a little in the nonprofit world.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

As a nonprofit professional, you understand that investing in your staff is the best way to develop your organization. While some skills are innate, many nonprofit management skills can be taught. Getting certified in the nonprofit sector makes nonprofit professionals seven times more likely to reach the director level or higher.

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Candid

MAY 10, 2023

To spread the word about a new initiative or build awareness around your mission-driven work, effective communication with your audiences is key. This is where a communications campaign can come in handy. Step 2: Define your audience Understanding your audience can make or break your communications campaign’s success.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

As the communications roles and responsibilities grow in nonprofits, both staff and managers will question the function of the communications team within the organization. We began researching nonprofit communications team models in 2017 and have continued investigating how they work and what is most effective since then.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JULY 25, 2023

Hundreds, if not thousands, of people working in nonprofit comms are struggling with the same issues. I talk to them daily, and it’s one of the reasons we decided to create a private community (it’s free; folks with the All-Access Pass get more). A lot of you work for nonprofits doing complicated, hard things.

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Communication Nonprofits Leadership Education 79

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JULY 12, 2021

We’ve been able to re-start our Day in the Life of a Nonprofit Communicator blog series with three new submissions from readers like you! What goes on in a typical day in your life as a nonprofit communicator? The post Nonprofit Communicators, Share Your Day appeared first on Nonprofit Marketing Guide.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JULY 20, 2021

What are all of the things that nonprofit communications teams need to think about and potentially act on to be successful? To put some structure around it, so that you can start to understand your choices and then make them, we’ve identified ten keys to nonprofit communications success. Here are the 10 Keys.

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Ann Green

MARCH 21, 2024

Many nonprofits send all their donors the same appeal and thank you letters. If it’s not, it’s time to move away from generic and impersonal communication. Here are a few suggestions to help you improve your donor communication. Situations throughout the world keep changing and your communication needs to be relevant.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

In our 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report , we asked if you would be looking for a job with a different organization in 2023. More than a third (34%) of nonprofit communications staff plan to look for new jobs in 2023. Source: The 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report Is the Great Resignation Still Going?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MAY 6, 2021

Every now and then, a fundraising consultant will write a post essentially saying that all nonprofit communications and marketing should be driven by fundraising goals and staff, with a few limited exceptions, like media relations and general branding. And those programs and services all need communications and marketing support.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 15, 2021

.” Here are some of the ideas and issues you should be naming and owning in your nonprofit as a communications director. The Marketing and Communications Planning Documents. What should your marketing and/or communications plans look like? The Seven Styles of Nonprofit Writing. Name it and own it.

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Mission Minded

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The post 7 Best Writing Practices for Nonprofit Communications appeared first on Mission Minded. Here are seven writing practices that can help you stay on-brand and create an instant connection with your readers.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JULY 23, 2021

Welcome to the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. Nonprofit Pro says Every Nonprofit Needs Internal and External Ambassadors. Nick Wood tells you How To Overcome Nonprofit Imposter Syndrome. The 10 Keys to Nonprofit Communications Success.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 20, 2021

But really, good nonprofit strategic communication begins within an organization before ever setting out to share with everyone else. . Before you communicate with an audience, get together with your board and staff and get your stuff straight. Before mass nonprofit strategic communication communication, get….

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 14, 2023

The generosity of donors is crucial to your nonprofit organization’s success, which means that you should strategically plan your communications with them. Part of creating great donor communications is personalizing each message to its recipient, making them more engaging. Consider your communication channels.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 8, 2023

If you have difficulty saying No to your supervisor or colleagues as a nonprofit communicator, you are not alone. Three-quarters (74% of survey participants for the 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report ) said it was difficult or very difficult to say No to their supervisors when they make a work request.

Communication 101

Communication Culture Ethics Nonprofits 101

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

It’s here – our most popular download of the year highlighting the year’s nonprofit communications trends! The 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report marks our 13th edition and this might be my favorite. Changes in Knowledge or Understanding followed with 52% of nonprofits choosing this objective.

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Tony Martignetti

JANUARY 15, 2023

Erica Mills Barnhart: Overcome Common Communications Conundrums It’s time to change the way you think about marketing, says Erica Mills Barnhart. Listen to the podcast Get Nonprofit Radio insider alerts! Turn … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for January 16, 2023: Overcome Common Communications Conundrums →

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Big Duck

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Explore various tips, trends, and models to strengthen your nonprofit's communication strategies.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Stephanie Krieg It’s been a minute, but I am so excited to bring you a brand new submission for our Day in the Life of a Nonprofit Communicator series! Stephanie’s Bio Stephanie Krieg, MSHC, CHES, is an advocate for health promotion and communication. This series lets you describe your workday in your own words.

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Ann Green

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The good news is that better donor communication (thank yous and updates) can help you raise more money. Ideally, you should communicate with your donors at least once or twice a month throughout the year. Some of you may already have a communications calendar, which is great. Remember the ask thank report formula.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JANUARY 17, 2023

Kivi and I are knee-deep in data getting ready to publish the 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. With as much grief as we give Facebook, it appears that over half of nonprofit communicators think it is the best network to help you achieve your objectives. appeared first on Nonprofit Marketing Guide.

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The Charity CFO

AUGUST 21, 2023

Nonprofit communications can be complicated, and sometimes awkward. The secret comes down to how well nonprofit leaders understand what donors are thinking and feeling and how charities communicate with them. Think about an operating reserve as a sort of savings account and safety net for the nonprofit.

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Communication Finance Nonprofits Education 52

Top Nonprofits

MAY 20, 2024

In this guide, we’ll lay out our top tips for connecting deeply with students’ families and other community members to get the funding your school needs to thrive. Use a variety of communication platforms. Think about all the communication platforms you use throughout the day. Connect communication channels.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 1, 2021

I am back with another peek into the new activities nonprofit communicators have picked up during the pandemic. The post Hobbies of Nonprofit Communicators: Music appeared first on Nonprofit Marketing Guide. From Sally Hartman: My new pandemic hobby is playing the piano. Katie Godfrey Demmer.

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Communication Nonprofits Activism Marketing 108

Ann Green

JULY 26, 2023

Unfortunately, a lot of nonprofit communication is not that great. Keep these in mind when you’re writing a fundraising appeal, thank you letter, update, or any type of donor communication. Concise writing doesn’t mean you need to be terse or all your print communication has to be one page. Is it Clear?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 2, 2021

Communications plans help offer structure and strategy that can save you time and energy in the long run, while getting your desired objectives accomplished. Having a coherent communications plan where you package your message will help ensure each piece of content you share is part of a greater story you are telling.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

If you have an employee who is one of the 34% of communications staff looking for a new job , we have some ideas on how to keep them around. According to our 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report , two factors seem to help nonprofits retain employees. This is another huge number.

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Communication Retention Nonprofits Marketing 84

Ann Green

JUNE 23, 2021

I want to revisit a topic I’ve written about in the past and that’s the 5 C’s of good nonprofit communication. It’s important to keep these 5 C’s in mind when you’re writing a fundraising appeal, thank you letter, update, or any type of donor communication. Shorter, more frequent communication is better. Is it Clear?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MAY 11, 2021

In the second edition of The Nonprofit Marketing Guide , I wrote. Those with corporate experience sometimes narrowly define nonprofit marketing as brand management, public relations, and advertising. Those with corporate experience sometimes narrowly define nonprofit marketing as brand management, public relations, and advertising.

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