Thu.Apr 06, 2023

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Americans Know Little About Charities — and Very Few Think Nonprofits Can Solve Problems, Poll Finds

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Alex Daniels iStock The first comprehensive study to measure public attitudes on foundations and nonprofits shows Americans have little knowledge of the difference organizations make in their lives. Just a third say they make a lot of difference to society.

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How to Create Your Caseload Communication Plan in 2 Hours or Less

NonProfit PRO

Creating individualized 12-month communication plans for all 150 donors on your major gifts caseload to a fundraiser may initially sound like a lot of touchpoints to create. But the truth is you can create the vast majority of your planning for each donor in less time than you think.

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CFLeads Appoints New President and CEO

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Plus, the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy has installed a new leader, and World Central Kitchen has promoted its next CEO from within.

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3 Tips to Help Your Donors Become Smart About Philanthropic Giving

NonProfit PRO

Philanthropic giving is a crucial part of society. It enables individuals, nonprofits, and corporations to invest in causes and initiatives that can help create a better world. But now, we’re in the midst of the artificial intelligence revolution. And it's going to change philanthropy fundamentally.

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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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10 Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Work Area

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

I know some of you are covered in snow, but it is technically spring so time to go through those closets and organize the kitchen. But don’t forget your workspace! Since many of you are still working from home , it’s important you include your work area in your spring cleaning plans. According to 7 Office Spring Cleaning Tips to Boost Productivity Happiness at Work , an organized work space can lead to: More Productivity A Happier Mood A Better Overall Impression Here are some sprin

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Hammersmith Support Calls on Non-Profits to Apply for its Pro Bono Program

NonProfit PRO

The Give Back Program consists of selecting a nonprofit organization through an application process to support for the next year with Hammersmith's maintenance services pro bono.

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BryteBridge Unveils New Compliance Technology for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

BryteBridge announced a new technology platform to help nonprofits meet state and federal compliance requirements. The platform allows nonprofits who have hired BryteBridge for compliance services to view the compliance status and upcoming expirations of their operating states.

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How to harness the power of peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns

Candid

Peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns have become an increasingly popular strategy for nonprofits in recent years. This approach involves supporters raising funds on behalf of a nonprofit by reaching out to their family, friends, colleagues, and others in their network. Think about peer-to-peer fundraising as a ripple effect: One person connects their friends, which expands into reaching those friends’ social circles, and so on.

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Be Water Clairity Click-it: Nonprofit Links + Free Resources

Clairification

This week’s borrowed wisdom: “The Ukrainian army is a present-day example of the power of adaptability, creativity, and resilience. And the Ukraine war , one of the latest examples of the weaknesses of rigid leadership. Russian decision-making is highly centralized. Commander’s intent is seldom revealed, and innovation and initiative are severely punished.

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Community Centric Fundraising: From Principles to Action

MNA Association

You’ve been reading about Community Centric Fundraising. Maybe you’re attending next week’s Fundraising Summit. You feel like you’re ready to make a change to your fundraising process – you’re inspired by the idea of bringing equity into fundraising, and you’d like to make your model more community centric. But where do you start?

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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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Ditching Donor Fatigue: 20 Innovative Ways to Engage Your Supporters

Nonprofit Megaphone

For nonprofit organizations, engaging supporters is key to achieving their mission and making a positive impact on the world. However, with so many causes and nonprofits competing for attention, it can be challenging to stand out and keep supporters engaged. This is where donor fatigue can set in, leading to decreased donations, lack of interest, and reduced impact.

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Tax Season for Nonprofits: 3 Things You Need to Know

MNA Association

When you started your 501(c)(3) nonprofit , one of the main benefits your organization received was an exemption from paying federal taxes. Depending on your location, the exemption may also apply to state taxes. While your nonprofit likely doesn’t have the same sense of dread come tax season that for-profit organizations or individuals do, this doesn’t mean you can sit back and relax, either.

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Wielding the Power of Email: 18 Ideas for Crafting Effective Nonprofit Newsletters

Nonprofit Megaphone

As a nonprofit organization, email newsletters are one of the most powerful tools you have to engage with your audience, share your mission and impact, and ultimately drive donations and support. However, creating an effective newsletter can be a challenge, as it requires balancing your organizational goals with your audience’s interests and preferences.

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New Podcasts Help you Learn the Art of Calm Productivity

Nonprofit Productive

Readers of the NPP blog also enjoy learning on the go. That’s where the NPP podcast comes in handy. Often, you’ll notice that a blog post syncs with a corresponding podcast episode. Reading is the perfect medium for some while listening is better for others. Some nonprofit folks go for both. I know that for me, I like to read when I have quiet space while I like to listen when I’m walking the dog or out for a drive.

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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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How to Run Successful Phone-A-Thons [+ Sample Script]

Donorbox Nonprofit

Although it might seem old-fashioned, a phone-a-thon or phonathon is a well-vetted practice for organizations looking to connect with donors. There’s a reason it has stuck around for so long! In this article, we’ll walk you through the basics of this classic fundraising technique. We’ll also provide 7 steps to planning and running your own […] The post How to Run Successful Phone-A-Thons [+ Sample Script] appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Should a small business owner use a Mac?

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

Should a small business owner use a Mac? If you’re wondering whether a small business owner should use a Mac, this article is for you. You can find out why this computer is better for business and what features it has. Small business owners have many technological options to organize their work. However, they tend to lean towards the Mac, and with good reason.