NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 19, 2022
Being smaller is no excuse for not making a heroic effort; your mission deserves smart fundraising. And smart fundraising means taking advantage of these big opportunities.
Selfish Giving
AUGUST 17, 2022
Every other week I get a newsletter in my inbox called The Authority. It's all about how consultants like me can get more clients by being a visible authority in their particular area of expertise. Last week, the author of the newsletter, Luk Smeyer , shared an article that's relevant to consultants AND to partnership teams. Luk discussed the importance of targeting existing clients and referenced a graph from Forrester called the B2B Revenue Waterfall.
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NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 15, 2022
In response to research that shows nearly 1 in 3 nonprofits lack any professionals of color on their boards (BoardSource) and to foster more inclusive and equitable communities, the Nonprofit Leadership Center launched the Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship in 2021. This transformational, 15-week program is designed to strengthen the board governance knowledge and skills of professionals of color while equipping nonprofit organizations to be genuinely ready to welcome these n
Bloomerang
AUGUST 19, 2022
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to handle donor rejection. . Dear Charity Clairity, How do I get a donor? I have requested for funds several times but only get regrets!!
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.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 16, 2022
When it’s time for new software for your nonprofit, you’ll need to know how much the technology will cost. However, with custom offerings and additional fees, determining the true cost can get complicated. Here are nine critical things to consider.
The Fundraising Authority
AUGUST 17, 2022
Last week, I was a panelist on an upcoming panel called “The Ins and Out of Grant Writing for Nonprofits” hosted by NXUnite! . I was thrilled to have an opportunity to speak to the work of The Fundraising Authority and my experience in the nonprofit industry. . Want to hear what I (and my fellow panelists) had to say? . View the presentation here. Thank you to NXUnite for hosting and to the team at Nexus Marketing for moderating!
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Bloomerang
AUGUST 17, 2022
A lot of what we do in fundraising was inherited or just common knowledge. We rarely know who coined certain development terms or originated some of the activities and fundraising we use today. There is one term though that has stood the test of time. The concept of a “mega gift” was coined by the late Jerold Panas , a fundraising pioneer in our industry.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 15, 2022
Twitter offers countless benefits for nonprofits. However, to enjoy these benefits, you must create a strategy that considers the unique features and qualities of this platform. Read on for seven best practices to adopt to market on Twitter successfully.
Blue Avocado
AUGUST 15, 2022
“[T]he fruit tree yielding fruit after its kind, whose seed is in itself…” – Genesis 1.11 Article In Brief: The Problem: Creating new nonprofit leaders is not an automatic process. Lack of leadership development will hamper the health and long-term sustainability of the organization. Why it Happens: Nonprofit executives do not cultivate the mindset necessary […].
The Charity CFO
AUGUST 18, 2022
Beyond your mission, you need two big things you need to start a nonprofit organization– money and paperwork. . Raising funds is critical to getting your project off the ground, but the paperwork can stand in your way– while the IRS says that 501(c)(3) applications can be approved in as little as 90 days, many organizations wait up to 18 months with their nonprofit application pending approval.
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.
Candid
AUGUST 18, 2022
Black leaders driving social innovation is not a new phenomenon. . From the civil rights leaders and Black Panther Party to the Black social change leaders of today , Black communities have wielded social innovation as a tool to design and determine their own futures, build collective power, and achieve liberation. . However, research over the last decade has painted a clear picture of the disparities that Black leaders face in philanthropy.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 19, 2022
An organization that was once a thriving enterprise had a several million-dollar budget, an impressive board of directors, multiple employees and a very capable executive leader. Over time, foundation revenue plunged, board members resigned, employees left and the organization began to fail.
Mission Minded
AUGUST 17, 2022
How do you talk to your most important stakeholders about your DEI commitment when they may not yet share it? Learn how brand can help you in those efforts. The post How Clear Brand Values Can Support Your Organization’s DEI Efforts appeared first on Mission Minded.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 16, 2022
101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits is a blog and webinar series offered by Nonprofit Tech for Good. Those who register and attend all three webinars in the series will earn a Certificate of in Digital Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good. The required three webinars are: Website & Email Best Practices for Nonprofits.
iMarketSmart
AUGUST 15, 2022
Philanthropy is powerful. It can do more for the donor than just consuming more stuff would do. It can provide personally meaningful impact. It can enhance the donor’s identity. It can advance the donor’s hero story. This series explores the steps for advancing that story. But for many charities, those steps don’t matter. The lure of the administrator-hero story.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 16, 2022
Co-leadership isn’t new. It is, however, a growing trend in the nonprofit world, where we continue to explore ways to share power and strengthen our organizations’ leadership and stability.
Elevation
AUGUST 18, 2022
Maintaining Your Tax Exempt Status. After you initially qualify for tax exempt status as a 501 (c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization, you’ll need to submit an annual Form 990 to maintain your status. Groups who can qualify for tax exempt status and must file a Form 990 include private foundations, educational institutions, hospitals, and charities.
Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit
AUGUST 17, 2022
Listen to the full episode here or in your favorite podcast app! One year and over 40K downloads! To celebrate the one-year birthday of Nonprofit Nation, I created a brand new free resource for you: The Nonprofit Social Media Content Planner. Get your copy here. Marketing effectiveness can be hard to measure, but we all face increased pressure to understand it and report on it.
The Volunteer Hub
AUGUST 18, 2022
Boosting volunteer morale can lead to a more engaged volunteer workforce, and an engaged volunteer workforce can achieve program goals. Here are 9 cost-efficient ways to boost volunteer morale. When morale is high, goals are achieved. The same principal applies to the volunteer workforce that your organization utilizes to reach its mission. Without focusing on maintaining positive morale, volunteers can quickly become burned out and unmotivated, leading to low retention rates.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 15, 2022
As the Great Resignation continues, learning and development opportunities have proven key to retaining employees. The good news is that this can be done with a few, easy-to-implement strategies and on a shoestring budget.
Get Fully Funded
AUGUST 15, 2022
Online giving is a great way to raise money. It’s free (or seems to be at first glance) and easy – you set up a campaign and people come find you to give, right? Not really. Online fundraising CAN be effective, but it’s a lot more complicated than it appears. It’s more than just posting a page then waiting for people to show up and click the “Donate Now” button.
Foundation Group
AUGUST 15, 2022
The post Charity Auction Compliance: 5 Considerations for Nonprofits appeared first on Foundation Group®.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
AUGUST 16, 2022
One of the tips we gave in last week’s free webinar How to Write Faster at Work (recording available with our Free Membership ) was stop writing to the general public. Even if you think you have the most universal cause out there, you cannot appeal to everyone with your communications. You will either water down the message so much it has no impact or you will add so many things that is becomes muddled.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 17, 2022
In newer startup organizations, culture begins to take shape through experiences led by those at the top. The inaugural leader has their own vision and values they bring to the table, which the organization experiences over the long arc of time. Culture doesn’t happen on day five, day 50 or even day 500. .
Get Fully Funded
AUGUST 18, 2022
Given the In difficult times, nonprofits provide life-changing support to people affected by financial hardship. substantial impact of nonprofit activity, many companies and people want to give back to their organization but don’t have the means to do so. Moreover, it’s incredibly frustrating for your nonprofit if you’re in danger of not reaching your fundraising goals , and there are people willing and ready to help who cannot contribute financially.
Top Nonprofits
AUGUST 13, 2022
Fundraising is a core component of any nonprofit. It enables you to cultivate a community , work toward your cause, and create new mission initiatives. Picture this: you’ve gathered your resources and supporters into the beginning stages of a nonprofit organization. You’re all fired up, and inspired to start fundraising for your organization’s cause.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
AUGUST 18, 2022
On Tuesday, Kristina shared some questions to help you create personas. Personas can be really helpful in guiding you toward the right kinds of content and the right communications channels. But what if you are a solitary communications director working at an organization that runs many different types of programs and therefore you have multiple target audiences and therefore a dozen (or even two dozen) personas?
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 18, 2022
In “The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything,” Stephen M.R. Covey shares that when trust in a relationship increases, speed goes up with it and cost comes down. Everything happens faster and costs less because trust has been established.
NonProfit HR
AUGUST 19, 2022
What attracted you to Nonprofit HR? I share their global mission of promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. I really wanted the opportunity to work with this type of client organizations—nonprofits. What’s your favorite aspect of talent management? My favorite aspect of talent management is helping people understand how their skills and experiences can be applied Read more.
iMarketSmart
AUGUST 19, 2022
What happens all too often when advancement leaders announce that they’re bringing in an expert to train their staff? Some staff members get their backs up. They feel the decision is like saying: “You’re not good enough.”. “I think you could be doing a better job.”. “We need to learn from those who are doing a better job.”. They brood: “That just shows that my boss doesn’t really know what a good job I’m doing.”.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
AUGUST 19, 2022
Happy Friday, friends! Ready for the the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising? This week we have Ted Lasso, new features and tips for Reels, morning pages, project management tactics and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Find out How to Create Instagram Reels When You Don’t Have a Video Team.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 18, 2022
New Mastercard guidelines will change the rules for subscription payments, which include nonprofit recurring gifts, processed by the payment provider. These requirements need to be implemented by Sept. 22.
Concord Leadership
AUGUST 18, 2022
Leaders tend to hide our problems. We realize most people are more interested in their problems than ours. And sometimes we find sharing our issues becomes a weapon others use against us. So we build up a habit of hiding. Listening to La’Vista Jone’s BOSS Talk podcast today, I heard Tamara Kemper share a fun […]. The post Leaders often have to hide their problems appeared first on The Concord Leadership Group, LLC.
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
AUGUST 18, 2022
Perks Offered By A Genuine Alcohol Detox Center. Looking to overcome your Alcohol Addiction? Check out what A Genuine Alcohol Detox Center can do for you. When you’re living a lifestyle with addictive behaviors and an alcohol dependency, it is nearly impossible to quit without assistance. With any luck, you’ll have the support of your loved ones while trying to alleviate the burden of addiction.
Prosper Strategies
AUGUST 17, 2022
See examples of more than 50 nonprofit strategic plans and download the Essential Nonprofit Strategic Plan Template to begin building yours. The post 50+ Strategic Plan Examples to Inspire Your Nonprofit appeared first on Prosper Strategies.
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