The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 30, 2023
If less than half a percent of all private contributions went to journalism nonprofits, we could replace the loss of local newsrooms and strengthen democracy. By Brian Eule If less than half a percent of all private contributions went to journalism nonprofits, we could replace the loss of local newsrooms and strengthen democracy.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 31, 2023
Focus on achieving value for donors’ giving should be the guiding principle of every nonprofit. Philanthropic organizations should focus on how they can provide more services with their resources. This focus on need, and how to fulfill it, can lead to more efficiency and effectiveness.
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Ann Green
AUGUST 30, 2023
Data can help inform your nonprofit’s approach to text-to-give and drive greater fundraising results. Use these tips to boost your text messaging strategy. By Mike Snusz In order for your nonprofit to effectively reach supporters via a text donation campaign, you will need to simulate an authentic, one-on-one communication experience. The best way to personalize your messages and create highly tailored donation appeals is to leverage donor data.
Amy Eisenstein
AUGUST 30, 2023
Thoughtful and helpful article – thanks! One helpful thing we do in my office is to have a monthly meeting to review “open opportunities” aka planned solicitations for the year ahead. this is always good reminder to be in touch with those top donors who we plan to solicit soon.
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
AUGUST 22, 2023
Believe it or not, employees spend an average of 18+ hours per week in meetings, but nearly half say those meetings are unnecessary and 70% report multitasking during the gatherings ( Source ). With a reported 24 million hours wasted each year due to unproductive meetings, how do you conduct more productive meetings at your nonprofit that matter to your colleagues and motivate your team members?
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
AUGUST 15, 2023
In an inspiring career journey that exemplifies the power of networking, seizing new opportunities, and embracing the unknown, Nicole Collier White, CNP has recently taken on a new role within the Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) system as Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer. With a passion for serving others, Nicole’s climb to this position is a testament to her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in her community.
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NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 30, 2023
Trends have shown both annual and major donors pulled back their charitable gifts last year due to economic uncertainty. Despite that, giving from donor-advised funds (DAFs) remained strong last year. And so far this year — or fiscal year for some DAF grantors — that remains true.
Affnetz
AUGUST 11, 2023
15 best Peer-to-Peer fundraising software for Nonprofits 15 best Peer-to-Peer fundraising software for Nonprofits / By Mike Crum Regardless of what you call it, peer-to-peer fundraising is here to stay. Also known as social fundraising, and DIY fundraising, peer-to-peer fundraising allows supporters of Nonprofits to tap into their personal networks to raise money for Nonprofits.
Ann Green
AUGUST 2, 2023
It’s hard to think about fall when it’s been so hot in many parts of the United States and Europe, but September will be here before you know it. Even though it might be sweltering outside, now is a good time to start planning your year-end fundraising campaign, hopefully in an air-conditioned space. If you’re behind in your revenue goals, you may want to launch it earlier than you have in the past.
NonProfit Leadership Center
AUGUST 7, 2023
Every time Tina James walked into a room, she found herself silently counting the number of individuals who looked like her. Even though that number has increased over the years, she continued to see a lack of representation at the C-suite and senior leadership levels of organizations. "I know there are individuals like me who are qualified to be in leadership positions in the community.
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.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
AUGUST 31, 2023
In the nonprofit world, donor-advised funds are on everyone’s minds as they continue to gain popularity with supporters. In fact, a 2022 report estimates that there are over $234 billion in assets currently held in donor-advised funds. But what exactly are donor-advised funds, and why should you care as a nonprofit professional ? In this quick beginner’s guide, we’ll cover all the basics: What is a Donor-Advised Fund?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 30, 2023
George and Amal Clooney, Oprah Winfrey, and Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, among others, have pitched in with $1 million donations to groups supporting the writers and crew members. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK AP Photo/Thalia Beaty Shawn Batey (right), a props assistant and documentary filmmaker, used a grant from the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees to pay her rent, phone bill, and other expenses.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 31, 2023
We know that we're living at a time of great shapeshifting, and the changes affect the nonprofit sector as well. One of the most significant shifts is corporations’ power and influence over what donors can and cannot do with the nonprofits they support.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
AUGUST 31, 2023
Keeping a clean email list is really important especially since email deliverability rates just seem to get lower and lower. One hallmark of a clean list is only emailing active subscribers – those who keep opening and clicking on your emails. But what about those who haven’t done those things in a while? Before you delete them from your list completely, run a re-engagement campaign using one (or more) of these six messaging options: Using your most popular “in case you missed
Ann Green
AUGUST 16, 2023
Thanking your donors is just as important, if not more important than fundraising. Yet many organizations spend a lot of time putting together a fundraising campaign and treat thanking their donors as an afterthought. Donor retention continues to be a problem. Prioritizing gratitude and donor relations will help. If you don’t do a good job of thanking your donors, as well as building relationships throughout the year, you’ll have a hard time getting people to people to donate again.
Joan Garry
AUGUST 23, 2023
Transform your nonprofit's internal communications from chaos to clarity with these internal communications tips + a handy template to help your team create its own internal comms best practices! The post The 5 Attributes of a Great Nonprofit Executive Director appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
AUGUST 29, 2023
Written by: Julianna Jones Working in the nonprofit sector can be a rollercoaster filled with passion and heartwarming moments. However, amidst the magic and joy of it all, even the most dedicated do-gooders can sometimes find themselves teetering on the edge of burnout. Burnout in the nonprofit space is a pressing concern, affecting individual well-being and the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 29, 2023
Most operate on razor-thin margins and need more philanthropic support for training in fundraising, leadership, and financial management, a new survey has found. By Rasheeda Childress Most operate on razor-thin margins and need more philanthropic support for training in fundraising, leadership, and financial management, a new survey has found.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 24, 2023
Nonprofits excel at developing new ideas and starting their implementation, but the outcomes often fall short of initial expectations. Here are the top five reasons why top performing nonprofits “out-execute” everyone else.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
AUGUST 4, 2023
Let’s kick off a new month with the most helpful articles, posts, and tips for nonprofit marketers. This week we have some generational stats including how to recruit Gen Z employees, tips for A/B testing, cracking social media algorithms, Google Analytics 4, and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Here is a Beginner’s Guide to A/B Testing.
Amy Eisenstein
AUGUST 2, 2023
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Big Duck
AUGUST 30, 2023
Related Content CampaignsParent Project Muscular DystrophyEngaging the community to raise funds CampaignsThe Jewish BoardMotivating young people to engage CampaignsThe Multiple Myeloma Research FoundationTranslating complex science into a clear ask
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
AUGUST 8, 2023
In the world of nonprofit organizations, the key to making a lasting impact lies within the power of their teams. These teams are more than just a group of individuals working together; they are the heart and soul of the organization, driving its mission forward. In this article, we will explore our strategies for enhancing your nonprofit performance!
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 25, 2023
The strategic change coincides with Alex Soros, George's son, announcing a shift to a new operating model the board adopted at the end of June, its first major move since he took over as head of OSF's Board of Directors in December. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press The strategic change coincides with Alex Soros, George's son, announcing a shift to a new operating model the board adopted at the end of June, its first major move since he took over as head of OSF's Board of Directors in December.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 29, 2023
Navigating the relationship between nonprofit boards and staff can be extraordinarily challenging. Here are four practical tips in being a high-performing and effective board member from day No. 1.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
AUGUST 11, 2023
Happy Friday! Ready for the most helpful articles, posts, and tips for nonprofit marketers? This week we have X logos, Threads updates, what matters to Google, federal grant improvements, and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Social Media Examiner has some Instagram Updates Marketers Need to Know. For those of you still there, X Updates Brand Assets, So You Can Replace the Twitter Bird in Your Displays.
NonProfit HR
AUGUST 30, 2023
By Michael McElroy, MS, SHRM-CP, CSC Organization #1: To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, three to five professional references, two writing samples, complete our personality assessment, upload your passport, three family photos and a recent diary entry. Organization #2: *Turns on LinkedIn Easy Apply* One of these organizations received two applicants for their … Read more The post To Cover Letter or Not To Cover Letter: How About Some Questions?
Candid
AUGUST 29, 2023
At Candid, we often talk about trends we’re seeing in the social sector. Unfortunately, an undisputable trend these days is burnout. So, in this blog, I’m leveraging my PhD in Psychology to share a bit about what burnout is, why it seems to be everywhere in the nonprofit world, and what organizations, leaders, and individuals can do about it. How to tell if you’re burning out While burnout might seem like a buzzword, it’s also a concept backed by decades of research.
Non Profitvote
AUGUST 25, 2023
Guest blog post Despite the pandemic, 2020 was an important year for me. As school dragged on in its now virtual environment, I started expanding my interests, becoming enthralled by the interconnections of democracy and health. Looking at the medical world through the lens of being a new EMT, the pandemic shone a bright light on inequities in our healthcare system.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 25, 2023
As more groups use artificial intelligence, they're getting a sense of the benefits and risks of an A.I.-driven future. By Sara Herschander Greater DC Diaper Bank The Greater DC Diaper Bank, which distributes millions of diapers to low-income families every year, uses machine learning to predict areas with the greatest need for diapers. Public interest in artificial intelligence has exploded in recent months, but it’s been quietly transforming nonprofit operations for years.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 21, 2023
Many nonprofits are feeling the pressure of today’s challenging labor market. How can you attract and retain employees when other organizations have more resources to win talent? Here are four steps to creating an inclusive and robust benefits package to bolster company culture, as well as to attract and keep talent.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
AUGUST 9, 2023
If you’re like many nonprofit marketers I know, you’re all about making a positive impact in the world through your work. You take your job seriously and don’t mind getting hands-on and hands-in when needed – which happens a lot in our field. We frequently find ourselves knee-deep in the hustle and bustle of our beloved mission-based organizations, balancing scarce resources and endless priorities.
Fundraising Leadership
AUGUST 28, 2023
On stage at the Power Up Conference (L to R) Gloria Feldt, co-founder and president, Take The Lead; Julie Uhrman, co-founder, Angel City FC, winner of Leading Company Award; Vada Manager, 2022 Leading Man Award winner. The energy was electric as the Take The Lead Power Up Conference kicked off on Women’s Equality Day, Saturday, August 26th, with a lineup that promised to fuel finding the power within, ignite change, and celebrate women's equality.
Clairification
AUGUST 21, 2023
Actually, with the most awe-inspiring transformational journeys, you feel good before, during, when and after you arrive. Why? Because you’re following something that calls to you. The siren song of the calling stirs you, continually. You, your organization, your supporters… you’re all journeying forward on a quest that takes you each where you’re pulled to go.
Candid
AUGUST 22, 2023
It feels like 2023 has become the year of generative artificial intelligence (AI). When ChatGPT launched late last year, it widely became an instant sensation for its uncanny abilities to produce human-like text. Generative AI products, such as ChatGPT, are examples of a branch of AI called machine learning, which is concerned with learning from data to surface trends and predictions.
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