NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 5, 2022
True or false? If you follow your passion, you will never work a day in your life. According to best-selling author and speaker Nataly Kogan , this is a myth. That’s because loving what you do doesn’t beat burnout; it often increases it. Nataly Kogan looked like a ray of sunshine as she stood in a bright yellow jacket on the ballroom stage at the 2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Human-focused fundraising requires inclusivity and equity among everyone involved in the process. We must acknowledge that any way people like to engage with philanthropy is the right way. Here is how you can improve your organization's fundraising equity.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 6, 2022
By Hilary Pennington and Catherine Hyde Townsend. After facing criticism about its lack of attention to disability inclusion, Ford set out to integrate the issue into all its work. Its successes and setbacks show what it takes to change a cultural mind-set.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
DECEMBER 6, 2022
When just about all events were canceled in 2020, nonprofits were forced to get creative with their fundraising efforts. Of course, this scenario presented many challenges to fundraising. Still, smart fundraising professionals were able to see an opportunity to expand their network and their donor base and ultimately increase their revenue by branching out through just one strategy: virtual auctions and events.
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 Leadership Center
DECEMBER 5, 2022
True or false? If you follow your passion, you will never work a day in your life. According to best-selling author and speaker Nataly Kogan , this is a myth. That’s because loving what you do doesn’t beat burnout; it often increases it. Nataly Kogan looked like a ray of sunshine as she stood in a bright yellow jacket on the ballroom stage at the 2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Vicky Kelberer, research and strategy group manager at Vanguard Charitable, kicked off NonProfit PRO's NonProfit POWER event yesterday with a keynote address. Here are the six key steps she suggested nonprofits should take to create a donor-advised fund (DAF) strategy.
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NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Image Credit: sippakorn yamkasikorn on pixabay.com. This article is part of Black Food Sovereignty: Stories from the Field , a series co-produced by Frontline Solutions and NPQ. This series features stories from a group of Black food sovereignty leaders who are working to transform the food system at the local level. It explores how these leaders are addressing critical issues at the intersection of food sovereignty, racial and economic justice, and community.
NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 5, 2022
True or false? If you follow your passion, you will never work a day in your life. According to best-selling author and speaker Nataly Kogan , this is a myth. That’s because loving what you do doesn’t beat burnout; it often increases it. Nataly Kogan looked like a ray of sunshine as she stood in a bright yellow jacket on the ballroom stage at the 2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 7, 2022
While there are always risks involved in new fundraising innovations, many times these risks are well worth taking — and, in some cases, you can’t afford not to take them. As 2023 beckons, it’s time to explore the major innovations I expect to see in digital fundraising in the year ahead.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 6, 2022
By Rebecca Richards. The FTX head’s indifference to individual investors is also reflected in his embrace of effective altruism — a problematic strategy that seeks to repress factors such as personal connection and sympathy when making giving decisions.
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.
Ann Green
DECEMBER 6, 2022
I like to emphasize the importance of keeping in touch with your donors throughout the year. I hope that’s a priority for you, too. Your donors want to hear from you and don’t just want to be blasted with fundraising appeals. 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.
NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Last week’s Nonprofit Leadership Conference theme — Called to Action — is something I’ve been thinking about a lot. During the past few challenging years, nonprofit professionals have doubled down — on their curiosity to seek solutions to the unknown, on their resolve to raise their voices and speak to issues of injustice and inequity, and on their belief that something better is always possible for communities in need.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 7, 2022
OneCause released its new report: The 2023 Fundraising Outlook: Insights for Nonprofit Planning & Prioritization. In this year’s annual survey, findings from 890 fundraising professionals provided insights into where organizations found success in 2022, common challenges, and what they're prioritizing in 2023 as they create their fundraising strategies.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Plus, Hunt Companies chairman Woody Hunt gives $25 million for the study of trade and commerce between the United States and Mexico. By Maria Di Mento. Plus, Hunt Companies chairman Woody Hunt gives $25 million for the study of trade and commerce between the United States and Mexico.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 5, 2022
We’re excited to share that Bloomerang and Kindful nonprofit customers raised more than $42.4 million on Giving Tuesday 2022. This kicks off another record Giving Tuesday as nonprofits move full swing into the end-of-year giving season. On Giving Tuesday 2022, donors were even more generous than they were in previous years. Better yet, the number of donors increased too.
NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 7, 2022
This article is part of Black Food Sovereignty: Stories from the Field , a series co-produced by Frontline Solutions and NPQ. This series features stories from a group of Black food sovereignty leaders who are working to transform the food system at the local level. It explores how these leaders are addressing critical issues at the intersection of food sovereignty, racial and economic justice, and community.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 9, 2022
As we turn to the new year, Funraise proposes its top 2023 nonprofit fundraising trends. These include digital wallets, greater use of cryptocurrency donations, leveraging LinkedIn to a greater degree than ever before, ecommercification of donations, increased focus on hybrid- in-person- and virtual-dedicated events, enhanced giving experiences, and more.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 9, 2022
By M.J. Prest. Also, the Phillips Collection and the American Museum of Natural History have appointed new leaders, and Dave Scullin plans to retire as CEO of the Communities Foundation of Texas in March.
Veritus Group
DECEMBER 7, 2022
We asked the Veritus team to describe the fundraisers they work with and what they provide to their donors. Here's what our team shared. The post Do You Realize Who You Really Are? Here’s What We Know About Great Fundraisers appeared first on Veritus Group.
NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Image Credit: Arjun MJ on pexels.com. Vital Energies. In Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest healing systems, the word doshas refers to the vital energies that animate life. These energies consist of specific combinations of the five basic elements: space, wind, fire, water, and earth. Vata is the energy of movement, made of wind and space. Pitta is the energy of transformation, made of fire and water, and kapha is the energy of structure and cohesion, made of earth and water.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Today's giving climate is more competitive than ever. So, it's up to you to give your donors a reason to choose your nonprofit over another one. Here are some great tips on how to get your donors excited about giving again.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 9, 2022
By Christopher Justin Einolf. Cecilie_Arcurs/Getty Images Rearview shot of an unrecognizable businesswoman giving a presentation in the office boardroom. Interviews with 41 executive directors at social-service nonprofits in Chicago revealed why they wanted to become executive directors, the skills they brought with them to the position, and the paths they took to the job.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
DECEMBER 5, 2022
By Michael Jarvis & Chantal Pasquarello. Aligned objectives, clear decision-making structures, knowledge flows, adaptability, and assuring utility for grantee partners.
Blue Avocado
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Nonprofit leaders must be proactive in identifying risks, take steps to prevent them, and be prepared with a communications plan in the event of a crisis. The post Identifying and Mitigating Nonprofit Risk with a Six-Step Crisis Communication Plan appeared first on Blue Avocado.
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.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 8, 2022
By Rasheeda Childress. iStock. Unrealistic expectations and feeling undervalued are among the factors that drive turnover.
The Killoe Group
DECEMBER 5, 2022
The post The 2023 Fundraising Outlook Report: Looking Back, Looking Ahead appeared first on OneCause.
Donorbox Nonprofit
DECEMBER 8, 2022
How do you encourage people to donate money? Nonprofits have many choices when sending donation appeals. Popular fundraising requests can come by mail, email, social media, and in person. Regardless of the type of appeal you send, donors react best when organizations make it easy to give. A donation request form is the best way […]. The post Create a Donation Request Form that Works (+ Free Templates) appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 6, 2022
End-of-year giving can account for over 30% of annual giving. In the last few months of the year, use this messaging guide to copy, paste, and edit easy, pre-made messaging templates for emails, social media posts, and text messages.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 7, 2022
By M.J. Prest. Michael Abernethy, Elon University Elon University students in the Grand Challenges in Engineering 1 course test their underwater remotely operated vehicle prototype. The Howard Hughes Medical Institute wants to expand racial and ethnic diversity in undergraduate science education. Also, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation grants $50 million for credentialing and career training in Kansas City, and Wells Fargo Foundation awards $22.5 million to close racial gaps in homeownership
Candid
DECEMBER 9, 2022
As this year’s mid-term elections come to a close, people continue to have questions about the social sector’s efforts to strengthen the U.S. democracy. You may be curious about which nonprofits are working on what initiatives, like voting access or rights, and who the funders are that support this work, along with civic participation, media access, or other democracy-related activities in the U.S.
MNA Association
DECEMBER 7, 2022
On cultivating wellbeing in a stress-filled world. By Deb Halliday, Halliday & Associates | November 2022. Note: This blog is inspired by a workshop I designed for nonprofit leaders during the Montana Nonprofit Association 2022 annual conference. My gratitude to all who participated! How might we compose a life that is richly fulfilling, nourishing, and serves the greater good?
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Fundraisers find themselves emerging from two challenging years and preparing for the possible recession in the year ahead. On the final day of the NonProfit POWER conference, Bill Stanczykiewicz of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy opened the final day of the event with his keynote, “Current Trends in Fundraising.” His takeaways were surprising.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 5, 2022
By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press. Mike Stewart/AP. Many donors don't understand that their political donations don’t advance the work of grassroots nonprofits to get out the vote, and many voters don't know there is a runoff and are confused about whether they are eligible to vote in it.
Volunteer Match
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Today I wanted to share a little more about how we can blur the lines between volunteers and donors and create stronger connections with both groups. I know traditionally, many organizations keep these list separate— that Development communicates with donors and that we, as leaders of volunteers, only communicate with volunteers. But, there’s so much to gain on both sides when we think about collaboration!
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