Tue.Oct 31, 2023

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Chronicle's Exclusive Survey Finds Skittish Donors and Fundraisers Searching for a New Normal

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes William DeShazer Most fundraisers said they expect their groups to raise enough money to meet their goals this year, but there's a deep sense of unease about the economy.

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Giving Days Provide Organizations a Platform to Broadcast Their Mission

NonProfit PRO

In order to achieve their missions, nonprofits must get funding. One of the ways an organization can do this is through a giving day. Here, nonprofit professionals explore the pros and cons of giving days, as well as provide tips on how to best utilize a giving day.

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Spending on Fundraising and Admin Makes Nonprofits More Resilient, Research Shows

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The findings challenge conventional wisdom that groups should spend mainly on program costs. By Telesilla Kotsi and Alfonso J. Pedraza Martinez Brittany Murray/MediaNews Group/Long Beach Press-Telegram via Getty Images Food banks can operate on a large scale that requires expensive equipment and skilled management. The findings challenge conventional wisdom that groups should spend mainly on program costs.

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Engage for Good Acquired by Corporate Social Impact Expert Muneer Panjwani

NonProfit PRO

Engage for Good announced that it was acquired by Muneer Panjwani, an expert in corporate-nonprofit partnerships, from Cause Marketing Forum Inc. Panjwani will serve as the company’s CEO.

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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After Pandemic Windfalls, Fundraisers Are Getting Real About How Much Money They Can Raise

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Fundraisers face the challenge of helping leaders and boards understand how much money organizations can reasonably expect to bring in. By Emily Haynes Mohawk Hudson Humane Society The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society started the Oktopurrfest event to attract younger donors. Fundraisers face the challenge of helping leaders and boards understand how much money organizations can reasonably expect to bring in.

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A Best Practice Guide to Cybersecurity for Nonprofits

NonProfit Leadership Center

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is a critical concern for organizations of all sizes and sectors. Nonprofits, in particular, are not exempt from the risks associated with cyberthreats. As nonprofits handle sensitive information and often operate on limited budgets, it’s imperative to be proactive in safeguarding your digital assets.

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17 Creative Giving Tuesday Ideas to Make a Difference

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

As the holiday season approaches, so does an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Giving Tuesday , celebrated globally on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, embodies the spirit of generosity and altruism. It’s a day dedicated to giving back, fostering a culture of philanthropy, and supporting the causes that touch our hearts. In this blog, we’ll delve into creative Giving Tuesday ideas, exploring innovative ways to amplify your charitable endeavors.

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Competition for Donors Is High; How to Stand Out in the Crowd

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Fundraisers aim to find — and engage — the donors who rate the organization's work most important among the groups they support. By Rasheeda Childress Bryan Thomas for The Chronicle It’s crucial to accept that not every donor supports every cause, says Katherine Fritz, vice president of development and communications at Long Island Cares, a food bank.

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Nonprofit Writing Certificate is Now Available

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

At Nonprofit Marketing Guide, we provide professional development for nonprofit communications staff on what we call the 10 Keys to Nonprofit Communications Success. Earn Your Nonprofit Writing Certificate Now, you can demonstrate your expertise on these keys through our new certificate program, beginning with Key 6: Writing Skills and Content Creation.

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Analyzing Fundraising in an Uncertain Economy — in 5 Charts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The Chronicle's exclusive survey of 1,000 fundraisers reveals a complicated and at times contradictory picture of fundraising in 2023. There are both striking successes and deep apprehension. The Chronicle's exclusive survey of 1,000 fundraisers reveals a complicated and at times contradictory picture of fundraising in 2023. There are both striking successes and deep apprehension.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Education for Emancipation: Building the Tools We Need

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: Francesco Ungaro on pexels.com Nearly all grassroots groups agree that education about the economy is essential. But rarely is education treated as urgent. Mobilizing to protect a working-class family from eviction is an emergency; helping members understand why housing markets are unlikely to deliver affordable, high-quality housing in sufficient numbers is not.

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Youth Unemployment in the Developing World Is a Jobs Problem

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Kartik Akileswaran , Jonathan Mazumdar & Angela Perez Albertos “When I was preparing to come to Delhi for a job, everyone in the village laughed and asked how it was possible that my village education would find me a job in a big city," recalled a 22-year-old Tabassum Naaz in 2010. They probably assumed her credentials would be too humble to be of use.

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The Power Of A Best-In-Class Donor Management System For Faith-Based Organizations

Bloomerang

In today’s rapidly changing world, faith-based organizations face unique challenges in their efforts to connect with their communities and fulfill their missions. One common issue is the use of multiple, disconnected tools and systems for managing donor and volunteer relationships, events, communications, and more. This fragmented approach often leads to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and unnecessary complications.

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Improving Donor Communications: 7 Tactics to Keep in Mind

The Killoe Group

Your donors are the fuel that keeps the mechanism of your nonprofit moving, from fundraising events to peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns to giving days. But how can you make sure that you’re communicating with your donors in a way that expresses your nonprofit’s appreciation for their support as well as your organization’s plans for the future? The key to strong donor relationships is creating a conversation between your organization and your donors.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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? The Nonprofit Social Media Summit is here!

Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

Join us at the 2023 Nonprofit Social Media Summit! All virtual, totally free to join live! November 1-2, 2023 1pm to 5:30pm ET What is the Summit? A two-day virtual conference for nonprofit professionals looking to exchange ideas, experiences, and knowledge with a hyper focus on social media. Nonprofits of all sizes use social media every day to grab attention, inspire curiosity, and ultimately raise money for their causes.

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What is the difference between a scholarship and a fellowship?

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

What is the difference between a scholarship and a fellowship? To pay for college, students use various financial aid, such as grants, scholarships and loans. What is a scholarship? What is a fellowship for college? What’s the difference? Students can afford college with the help of scholarships and fellowships. These two types of financial aid are different in important ways.

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How to Pick the Best Salon Software for Your Business

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

How to Pick the Best Salon Software for Your Business Let’s start with a beautiful quote by John Keats: “ A thing of beauty is a joy forever ” It’s time we shake things off by making a statement to pick the best salon software for your business. But before we dive into the tunnel. Let’s find out why it’s so important. Salons and spas provide quite similar services, like improving your beauty, tranquility, and rejuvenation, which plays an important role in the lives of people.