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How A.I. Could Hurt Your Cause: A Veteran Tech Watchdog Explains

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The Center for Democracy & Technology’s Alexandra Reeve Givens on why tech policy is now social-justice policy. By Lynn Schnaiberg Getty Images The Center for Democracy & Technology’s Alexandra Reeve Givens on artificial intelligence’s proliferating risks, and why tech policy is now social-justice policy.

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Top 3 Tips for Fundraisers Looking to Level Up Their Monthly Giving

NonProfit PRO

I previously shared answers to the top five questions on monthly giving. Now, I’d like to share the top three tips for fundraisers who are looking to start growing their monthly giving program to the next level.

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Does Alternative Meat Need Philanthropy to Take It Beyond?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

With donations from Bezos Earth Fund and Open Philanthropy, the Good Food Institute has helped shaped the market for alternative meat. Yet the industry doesn’t appear to be taking off. By Eden Stiffman SAN FRANCISCO STRF, STAR MAX, IPx, AP Companies like Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat promise new choices for meat-eaters through plant-based foods that mimic the taste and texture of the real thing without the environmental harms.

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Why Disaster Preparedness Is a Critical Imperative for Every Nonprofit — Regardless of Mission

NonProfit PRO

The fact of the matter is that because the unexpected can strike at any moment, the best thing you can do as a nonprofit leader is to be ready for any disaster — regardless of your mission. Here are some tips on starting a disaster fund for your organization.

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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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9 Simple Ways to Raise More Online — and Reach Year-End Goals

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Lisa Schohl Getty Images Find social-media influencers in your nonprofit's network, enlist trustees to help kickstart and promote campaigns, and more tips from experts.

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OneCause and Virtuous Team Up to Enhance the Donor Journey

NonProfit PRO

OneCause announced its new integration with Virtuous CRM. The integration seamlessly exports event, auction, and total giving data from OneCause to Virtuous CRM, centralizing a wealth of data and providing deeper insight into donor preferences and behavior.

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First Woman to Join Washington & Jefferson College’s Board Leaves It $50 Million

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Anica Donnan Rawnsley’s bequest will support financial aid. It’s one of six new big gifts — and one of four to support scholarships. By Maria Di Mento Washington & Jefferson College Anica Donnan Rawnsley left an estimated $50 million to Washington & Jefferson College. Plus, the University of Connecticut’s Nursing School and the University of Buffalo received $40 million each, UCLA landed $15.4 million, and three other universities got seven- and eight-figure gifts.

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Zero-Problem Philanthropy

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Christian Seelos Social problems are like Hydra heads: cut one off, and more appear. This is the frustrating reality that organizations in the philanthropic sector face every day. They try to solve problems to improve people’s lives, but many problems persist despite much effort and expense. Real progress seems elusive. CNN recently reported that “California has spent billions to fight homelessness.

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Community Finance Alliance Launches Racial Equity Scorecard

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: Oladimeji Odunsi on Unsplash Since 2020, over 1,300 corporate firms have pledged to invest over $340 billion in racial justice. But these pledges are self-reported and self-enforcing. Two years ago, the Washington Post analyzed some $49.5 billion in pledges reported by the top 50 firms and found that “more than 90 percent of that amount—$45.2 billion—is allocated as loans or investments they could stand to profit from, more than half in the form of mortgages,” demonstrating, the

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Nonprofit ROI: How “Measuring the Good” Can Help Nonprofits Justify Investments

Blue Avocado

Expanding what “return on investment” means to your nonprofit — beyond just money — can help provide a clearer idea of how you’re helping your community and serving your mission goals. The post Nonprofit ROI: How “Measuring the Good” Can Help Nonprofits Justify Investments appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.

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Top 10 Fundraising Appeal Writing Tips

Clairification

The job of the smart fundraiser is inspiring passionate philanthropy to make people’s lives better. I know you’re smart, because you’re reading this article! But none of us is born with a fundraising gene. And no one ever really teaches us how to write a smart fundraising appeal. We copy from our predecessors. Or maybe read an article or two online or attend a webinar on the subject.

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The Secret Way To Boost Year-End Gifts

Bloomerang

Does thinking about meeting your year-end fundraising goal give you night sweats? Can’t say that I blame you. A lot of organizations raise as much as 50% of their budget in December alone. What if there was one thing you can do right now to ensure your fundraising success and boost year-end gifts? There is! It’s easy but most people will skip it (to their detriment).

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Charity Auction Software: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide [Updated]

The Killoe Group

Dive into these top charity auction software and support tools that will help transform your fundraising and take your next auction to the next level.

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3 Ideas for Connecting and Engaging with Major Donors

Foundation Group

Your major donors give a significant amount to your nonprofit, but are you building strong relationships with them? Explore how to connect with major donors.

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MNA is searching for our next Executive Director

MNA Association

Mission and Values Montana Nonprofit Association provides leadership for Montana’s nonprofit sector and partners with Montana’s charitable nonprofits to promote a sustainable, networked, and influential sector. The organization’s work is grounded in core values of belonging and equity, excellence, accessibility, leadership, and using its influence for the common good.

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How to Make Nonprofit Website Calls to Action Stand Out

Top Nonprofits

Imagine you’re searching for a cause you’re passionate about and find a nonprofit that aligns with your values. You click through to their website, excited to find out how you can get involved. However, when you get there, you notice that there’s no easy way to find the donation or volunteer pages. After scrolling through the whole site, you give up and search for another similar organization to support.

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How Nonprofits Can Choose the Right Banking Partner

The Charity CFO

It may not seem like a significant aspect of your organization’s financial situation, but picking the right nonprofit banking partner is one of the most vital decisions leaders can make. While many banks seem to have many commonalities, the differences can make a massive impact on the financial management and sustainability of nonprofits. Read on as we break down why this decision is so important and explore how to size up potential bank choices.

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Can You Pay Nonprofit Board Members?

Nonprofit Fixer

One question I hear regularly is: Can nonprofit board members get paid? Our society has a lot of confusion about what makes an organization a “nonprofit.” Some people are confused about how a nonprofit can compensate anyone. They assume everyone is a volunteer. Those working in the nonprofit sector know that it’s nearly impossible to run any organization long-term without paid staff (though it is possible).

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Rotbart Silver: A Reputable Source For Investing High-Quality Silver

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

Rotbart Silver: A Reputable Source For Investing High-Quality Silver When you look to purchase silver, it is crucial to find a reliable and trustworthy place to buy it from. J. Rotbart is a renowned expert. They are a famous company making silver products for a long time. They provide a vast selection of high-quality silver goods. They care more about making about making their customers happy.

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How to Choose the Right Donor Database: Ultimate Guide

Bloomerang

A donor database is much more than a glorified phonebook for nonprofits. When nonprofits invest in the right donor management tools and use them properly, they can become an incredible asset. These solutions optimize and expand your fundraising and donor stewardship activities to help form long-lasting relationships. In 2022, 41% of nonprofit professionals reported that limited staff capacity was their organization’s biggest challenge, the second-most popular answer after rising expenses.

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Using Content to Drive Donations

Nonprofit Megaphone

Nearly three decades ago, business titan and philanthropist Bill Gates proclaimed, “ Content is king ,” foreshadowing its dominance in the digital age. Today, high-quality content is not merely the cornerstone but the lifeblood of digital endeavors. It powers through the intricate labyrinths of Google’s algorithms, which ensure that among billions of web pages, only the most pertinent pieces reach their intended audience.