The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 9, 2024
By Ben Gose and Rasheeda Childress It's challenging to focus on small-dollar contributors when you need money today — but experts say a broad base of support is key for nonprofits' long-term health. Plus, see the rest of our July issue , posted online today.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 9, 2024
Videos are one of the best ways to share your story with potential and current donors. Here's how to use them to support your mission.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 9, 2024
A pioneer in supporting environmental-justice groups, she will retire from the Kresge Foundation in September. By Jim Rendon Courtesy of The Kresge Foundation Lois DeBacker was among the early proponents of making grants to environmental-justice groups — first at the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and later at the Kresge Foundation. A pioneer in supporting environmental-justice groups, DeBacker will retire from the Kresge Foundation in September.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 9, 2024
Delta Community Credit Union is now accepting grant applications from nonprofits for its 2025 Philanthropic Fund program.
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.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 9, 2024
By Ben Gose Courtesy of Austin Soundwaves The groups' strategies include appealing to volunteers, adding humor to appeals, and surveying supporters to find messages that resonate.
Ann Green
JULY 9, 2024
Over the years I’ve realized the importance of keeping things simple. We have so many ways to fill our time (many of them involving screens), but I often find pleasure in simple things such as taking a walk, reading, and doing yoga. Keeping it simple doesn’t have to mean a bare-bones existence. There’s a Swedish term called lagom meaning everything in moderation or not too much, not too little.
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NonProfit Quarterly
JULY 9, 2024
Image credit: Keira Burton on Pexels For Earl Phalen, a crucial part of leadership is giving back and paying it forward to those coming behind him. Placed into foster care after being born to a single mother, Phalen came into this world at a time when a front-page article in the Boston Globe claimed that 70 percent of Black boys in the Massachusetts foster care system would end up in prison by the time they were 21.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 9, 2024
By Nicole Wallace Dhanraj Emanuel/Photo by Dhanraj Emanuel Honorees each receive a $100,000 unrestricted award. “We trust that people know what they need,” says Rebekah Frank, program officer at the foundation that sponsors the awards.
NonProfit Quarterly
JULY 9, 2024
Bernard Hermant on Unsplash Trust in American institutions is eroding—and the nonprofit sector is not immune. Independent Sector, a nonprofit trade group that monitors the sector, has measured a decline in Americans’ trust in nonprofits since 2020, when it first began tracking that metric via an annual survey of over 3,000 people. The stakes, Independent Sector notes, are high.
Candid
JULY 9, 2024
We know that more and more U.S. nonprofits are engaging with demographic data about their staff, leadership, and board members—but what does quality demographic data look like? A study we recently conducted on behalf of Candid found that, in line with previous research , nonprofits are using demographic data to inform their work and sharing it. We found that 72% of respondents reported this data to at least one entity—including funders and philanthropy-serving organizations like Candid—and 46% r
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.
Bloomerang
JULY 9, 2024
Fundraising for the Girl Scouts has stellar benefits all their own. It’s easy for other fundraisers to feel jealous when they see how many women are Girl Scouts and their positive sentiments for the organization. One in every two adult women has been a member of Girl Scouts. More than half (52%) of women in business are Girl Scout alumnae. Nearly one in five alumnae (19%) have reconnected with the Girl Scouts as a volunteer or troop leader.
Blue Avocado
JULY 9, 2024
We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What is one tool or strategy you wish your nonprofit had implemented sooner?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: Early Struggles with Donor Management I wish we’d been better at tracking the details on the donors sooner: How they know about our organization (knowing a board member, advisor, volunteer, intern, one or more of the above, etc.), special interests, any key preferences or pet peeves.
Jeff Brooks
JULY 9, 2024
If you ever took a psychology class, you may remember Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. It looks like this: The “low” physical needs are at the bottom. The “high” emotional and spiritual needs above. I’m not going to argue with Dr. Maslow. But I do have a problem with the way his pyramid is often interpreted in fundraising. I can’t count how many times Psych 101-educated fundraisers have told me that the “low” levels on the pyramid are less important, less worthy, even less moral than the “hi
Get Fully Funded
JULY 9, 2024
In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for nonprofits aiming to increase visibility, expand reach, and boost engagement. A robust online strategy not only enhances fundraising opportunities but also helps communicate your organization’s mission more effectively. But how can you create a strong online presence for your nonprofit?
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.
Top Nonprofits
JULY 9, 2024
In a 2022 study conducted by HubSpot , organic search was ranked the top source of website traffic for all of the 1,600-plus participating organizations. Organic search, or natural search, refers to the results on a search engine that are not influenced by paid ads. In other words, these results are the content that appears first on the page (or the “top-ranking” pages) that isn’t marked with a “Sponsored” flag.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 9, 2024
The Association & Events (A&E) and Nonprofit Solutions divisions of Community Brands have been acquired by TA Associates (TA), a global growth private equity firm, creating a new platform called Momentive Software. Terms of the deal were not disclosed but multiple industry experts estimated that the deal exceeded $1 billion. The firm will be run by Interim CEO Mike Henricks, who was chief financial officer of Community Brands and enterprise software industry-veteran Mike Mayoras who will
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JULY 9, 2024
Top 6 Features of Digital Signage for Enhanced Marketing Strategies With the popularity of digital signage, it’s now easy to let the displays do all the work for you. From informing people about certain products to important announcements from your brand, digital signage is the best way to get the most of your investment and see a boost in your sales.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
JULY 9, 2024
By Julia Hobsbawm An excerpt from Working Assumptions on the gendered hostility to flexible work
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 9, 2024
By Kyra Millich If you fundraise within the disability community, you might be wondering how to best connect with a person living with a chronic disabling condition. Chances are that you interact in your personal or professional life somewhat regularly with the disability community. How comfortable are you with that interaction? According to the World Report on Disability , one billion people live with some form of disability, making up around 15% of the global population.
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JULY 9, 2024
Top Tips to Sell My House Quickly in Any Market Selling your home can feel like navigating a maze. You want to sell quickly, but the market conditions aren’t always in your favor. Whether it’s a buyer’s market or seller’s market, a few strategic moves can make all the difference. If you’re looking to sell your home at warp speed, this guide is for you.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 9, 2024
Association of Healthcare AHP President and Chief Executive Officer Alice Ayres put 10 philanthropy questions in front of Bill Littlejohn, senior vice president and chief executive officer of the Sharp HealthCare Foundation. Here are the 10 issues he thought philanthropic board members should understand. Philanthropy creates the greatest legacy in our society , and hospitals and health care are no exception.
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JULY 9, 2024
How Effective Are Facebook Ads? A Deep Dive for Small Business Owners and Digital Marketers In the vast digital landscape, finding the right medium to advertise your business can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But what if we told you that needle was right in front of you, on Facebook? With over 2.8 billion active users, Facebook isn’t just a social network; it’s a goldmine for businesses looking to expand their reach.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
The NonProfit Times
JULY 9, 2024
By Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC There’s nothing quick about the grants process. First, there must be strategy. Here are five things to know that will help you revamp your grant-seeking strategy: #1. Grants Are Not a Quick Fix. While grants might constitute a significant revenue stream for some organizations, relying solely on them is imprudent. Diversifying funding sources, including fundraising, in-kind donations, individual contributions, volunteers, and event sponsorships, is crucial for fina
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