4 Direct Mail Pitfalls Your Nonprofit Should Avoid
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 12, 2023
Direct mail is effective, but your efforts could fall flat with one misstep. Here are four potential direct mail pitfalls to avoid in your next direct mail campaign.
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Give Your Donors The Best Experience Possible
Ann Green
JUNE 12, 2023
It’s time to put yourself in your donor’s shoes. What kind of experience are you giving them when they interact with your organization? Is it good, bad, or somewhere in between? Let’s look at some of the different aspects of fundraising and donor communication to see what kind of experience you’re giving your donors. The Fundraising Appeal Experience Your donor receives an appeal from you.
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Granting Grace: The Next Step for Nonprofit Leaders
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 12, 2023
As leaders, we know being patient and understanding with team members helps improve morale and overall team effectiveness. But it's equally essential for leaders to give themselves the same kindness and understanding.
Broadcom Co-Founder Henry Samueli and Wife, Susan, Give $50 Million to UC Irvine for 3 New Research Institutes
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 12, 2023
By Maria Di Mento Plus, Omaha investor Wally Weitz gives $25 million to University of Nebraska Foundation, former Pawsox owner Madeleine Mondor gives Providence College $10 million for nursing, and two other nonprofits landed big gifts.
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.
GiveCampus Acquires Community Funded, Expanding Educational Fundraising
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 12, 2023
GiveCampus has acquired Community Funded, a provider of crowdfunding technology. The combination of these two mission-driven companies will expand the reach and power of social fundraising to even more schools.
Surprisingly Simple Strategy to Magically Transform How You Work
Clairification
JUNE 12, 2023
The single most important lesson I ever learned. Begin with the why. Always. If you don’t, you’re likely to work very hard and not achieve much of value. Why? Because you didn’t begin your endeavor by asking yourself: “What’s the value in this work upon which I’m about to embark?” “Why am I doing this?” This may be the most powerful strategy in your entire toolbox.
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The 990s are here. Why that’s a big deal and what happens now
Candid
JUNE 12, 2023
In mid-May 2023, shouts of joy could be heard in the Candid offices. Passersby might have assumed a favorite sports team just won a game. Or maybe there was a landing on Mars. But no, we were just celebrating the release of new 990s. For those unfamiliar with the world of 990s : U.S. tax-exempt organizations are requested to file Forms 990 with the IRS annually, sharing information about their organization’s size, location, revenue, grantmaking, etc.
Unspoken words and unwavering actions: Lessons I’ve learned from my father
Non Profit AF
JUNE 12, 2023
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Setting Up Your Nonprofit Board of Directors
Foundation Group
JUNE 12, 2023
Choosing your board of directors is one of the most important steps you'll take in ensuring your nonprofit's success. Read our best practices here!
2023 Legislative Session: A Recap
MNA Association
JUNE 12, 2023
It’s hard to believe we are more than a month out from the 2023 Legislative Session and significant bills – such as HB 2, the budget bill – are still unresolved. But the dust has settled on most issues – and below you will find a recap of how the session played out relative to MNA’s policy agenda. TLDR; Many anti-nonprofit proposals this session stemmed from negative perceptions of nonprofits.
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.
Beyond ‘Toughing It Out’: Mental Health in the Social Change Workplace
Stanford Social Innovation Review
JUNE 12, 2023
By Enoch Li & Daisy Rosales The applause at the conference was enthusiastic, and the ambiance, reflective. Hands shot up in the air with question after question: “Can you say more about how it felt when you were depressed?” “What can we do if our CEO is not supportive of employee well-being?” “My friend has bipolar, how can I support him?
Best Ways To Maximize Lead Generation in 2023
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JUNE 12, 2023
Best Ways To Maximize Lead Generation in 2023 Lead generation is crucial for the success of any business looking to grow its customer base and increase revenue. Check out practical strategies to help businesses maximize their lead-generation potential. Traditional lead generation methods are gradually being replaced by advanced marketing technologies that offer more efficient and effective strategies to maximize lead generation.
Momentum Nonprofit Partners Plans Statewide Expansion
Momentum Nonprofit Partners
JUNE 12, 2023
Memphis-based nonprofit organization plans to become Tennessee’s state nonprofit association Momentum Nonprofit Partners has announced plans to expand throughout Tennessee to serve as the first statewide nonprofit association. The organization’s goal in the expansion is to provide consistent public policy support, advocacy, and research for the entire Tennessee nonprofit sector at the state and federal level.
We may be a Motley Crew, but We’ll Adapt to You: 8 Tenets of Holistic Community Engagement for Nonprofits
Blue Avocado
JUNE 12, 2023
A tale of transformation and innovative thinking from Motley Zoo Animal Rescue, which shares the lessons they’ve learned and how they overcame obstacles to create a sustainable, community-focused animal rescue system. The post We may be a Motley Crew, but We’ll Adapt to You: 8 Tenets of Holistic Community Engagement for Nonprofits appeared first on Blue Avocado.
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.
What Softball Can Teach Us About Fundraising
Veritus Group
JUNE 12, 2023
Last week, the Oklahoma Sooners softball team won the College World Series after an impressive season. They were exciting to watch, even for someone who is not a huge softball fan (please don’t tell my softball coach husband). As I was watching one of their games last week, the team began to pull ahead, and […] The post What Softball Can Teach Us About Fundraising appeared first on Veritus Group.
6 Tips for Cohesive Web Design and Social Media Strategies
Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit
JUNE 12, 2023
Guest post by Anne Stefanyk, Founder and CEO of Kanopi Studios For both businesses and nonprofits, modern marketing thrives through multiple channels. A prospective donor sees an ad for your nonprofit’s campaign on social media, clicks the link to your website, then signs up for your email newsletter, eventually leading them to donate. This is a common example of how nonprofit organizations leverage multichannel marketing to raise funds and serve their communities.
Momentum Nonprofit Partners Plans Statewide Expansion
Momentum Nonprofit Partners
JUNE 12, 2023
Memphis-based nonprofit organization plans to become Tennessee’s state nonprofit association Momentum Nonprofit Partners has announced plans to expand throughout Tennessee to serve as the first statewide nonprofit association. The organization’s goal in the expansion is to provide consistent public policy support, advocacy, and research for the entire Tennessee nonprofit sector at the state and federal level.
2 fundraising approaches that are almost, but not quite, magic
Jeff Brooks
JUNE 12, 2023
There are a couple of fundraising approaches that get a lot of attention these days. Blogs, webinars, and conferences might be giving you the impression these things are fundraising magic. I'm glad these things are getting more attention. It means more fundraising is better than it was. But they aren't quite magic. At least not until you really get them right. 1.
Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them
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.
5 Unique Ideas for Nonprofit Conference Presentations
Top Nonprofits
JUNE 12, 2023
Are you presenting at an upcoming nonprofit conference? Perhaps your organization has empowered you to share your mission as the designated storyteller for your cause. This can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking opportunity. Planning a successful conference presentation goes beyond just hitting your primary talking points. To drive your message home, it’s important to think of original, unexpected ways to connect with and engage your audience on a deeper level.
Live from Amazon Web Service’s (AWS) Summit Washington event featuring Allyson Fryhoff
Nonprofit Leadership Podcast
JUNE 12, 2023
You will remember that we had previously spoken to Allyson Fryhoff of Amazon Web Services, who explained how AWS provides many tech tools to nonprofits. Today, Allyson is back along with Sarah Wilber of the Kennedy Center. The Kennedy Center was the winner of the 2022 AWS Imagine Grant Award. Sarah shares how winning this grant and working with AWS has made an impact on her organization.
How To Advertise A Green Event For Your Business
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JUNE 12, 2023
How To Advertise A Green Event For Your Business Eco-friendliness is on-trend. If you’re hosting a green event, your advertising efforts must capitalise on the current climate (pun intended). After all, consumers want businesses to be more sustainable today. Business partners are also raising their standards, and the government is adjusting their expectations based on all the green goals that they’re setting in the industry.
Abortion Funds Face Slowdown in Giving a Year After Supreme Court Ruling
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 12, 2023
By Eden Stiffman Demand for help has outstripped philanthropic giving as more states have restricted abortion rights, says Oriaku Njoku, head of the National Network of Abortion Funds.
The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis
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!
Social Media Advertising: Targeting Strategies to Reach Ideal Audience
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JUNE 12, 2023
Social Media Advertising: Targeting Strategies to Reach Ideal Audience Generating optimal results through social media advertising is an art. Check out the tactics to reach your ideal audience and generate results through your ads campaign. Social media is an amazing marketing tool to enhance your brand awareness, connect with your target audience, and generate leads.
From Mass Disruption to Critical Mass of Progress: Lead YOUR Intention
Fundraising Leadership
JUNE 12, 2023
Issue 231 — June 12, 2023 Are you ready for the 2023 Power Up Concert and Conference, as always on Women’s Equality Day August 26? Learn about it and get your super early bird tickets her e. I am excited to invite you to join in this pivotal moment to seize opportunities in the wake of pandemic recovery. The last 3 years have exacerbated disparities and revealed fault lines in our culture.
The Power of Heroic Philanthropy: Understanding Donor Motivations
iMarketSmart
JUNE 12, 2023
Something’s missing. You might have noticed. The last few posts played the primal-giving game.[1] But they didn’t focus on heroes. Now, it’s time to get back to the “one big thing” in fundraising: Advance the donor’s hero story. The heroic donation is an ideal. It’s an extreme form of philanthropy. The principles from the primal-giving game can still apply.
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