Selfish Giving

MAY 25, 2022

Did you miss me? I certainly missed you! Thanks to everyone who replied to my last newsletter congratulating my daughter, Cate, on her graduation from George Washington University. And, wow, there are a lot of fellow GW graduates out there! What a trip! The real surprise in DC was the weather. The forecast did not look good heading into the weekend, but the weather turned out to be nice for both ceremonies.

Universities 130

Universities Food Health Foundations 130

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 5, 2022

Proving to your nonprofit’s stakeholders that your organization is “worthy” of their financial support is an ongoing responsibility for nonprofit management. . Those who commit to the organization’s mission – clients, donors, board members, and staff – all have opinions about the optimal spending levels to execute the mission. Fundraising expense is one place where this manifests.

Nonprofits 137

Nonprofits Management Nonprofit Management Activism 137

NonProfit PRO

MAY 18, 2022

Back in the 1950s, when a reporter asked the notorious Willie Sutton why he robbed banks, he supposedly responded, “That’s where the money is.” Proponents of the business of philanthropy should heed this simple wisdom and cultivate relationships with the wealthiest prospects — those with the most capacity to give.

Philanthropy 131

Philanthropy Nonprofits 131

Candid

MAY 9, 2022

ABFE held their annual conference “Harambee: Let’s All Pull Together” recently with a mix of in-person and hybrid sessions. Several Candid team members attended, including director of research Grace Sato who presented at the session “Historic Partnerships, Historic Change: Using Philanthropy to Transform HBCUs and their Impact on the Black Community”; and senior director of research Cathleen Clerkin and senior research analyst Mantin Diomande who both spoke at “Black-led Nonprofit Organizations:

Philanthropy 130

Philanthropy Health Foundations Management 130

Get Fully Funded

MAY 16, 2022

Starting a monthly giving program is a great use of your time because monthly donors are the lifeblood of a small nonprofit – bringing in sustainable revenue and creating a safety net of loyal supporters. . Imagine what you could do if you had hundreds or thousands of dollars steadily coming in your door each month…. Here are just a few really good, real life examples: Draft Gratitude relies on their Monthly Giving Team to cover about half of their monthly expenses for the horses.

Nonprofits 128

Nonprofits Recruitment Participation and motivation Children 128

Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2022

Connecting with new donors is crucial to growing your nonprofit’s supporter base and ultimately raising more for your cause. New donors invigorate your nonprofit with a fresh wave of funding and engagement. And, when you properly steward and build relationships with these new donors, they can turn into lifelong supporters of your mission. But you have to find and connect with these individuals first.

Nonprofit Organizations 119

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Recruitment Nonprofits 119

Selfish Giving

MAY 4, 2022

"When it comes to cause marketing, if you're not at least trying to land and execute a point-of-sale fundraiser, you're kind of wasting your time. You probably shouldn't be doing cause marketing in the first place." ??This is what I tell people about cause marketing and point-of-sale.?? Why? Because point-of-sale (POS) is where all the money is, folks.

Insurance 130

Insurance Economic Issues Retail Medical 130

NonProfit PRO

MAY 2, 2022

You need money. You’ve got staff, programs, services, rent and a seemingly endless list of costs associated with all the good work you’re doing for your community and our world. Here’s a roadmap you can use to find what methods of raising money are right for you.

Associations 130

Associations Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 130

Blue Avocado

MAY 9, 2022

We have been talking about the Overhead Myth and the Nonprofit Starvation Cycle for many years, but there has been only modest progress on donor demands that result in underinvestment in nonprofit infrastructure, and malnourished organizations. But if the Overhead Myth keeps us all hungry, the Nonprofit Starvation Cycle is not all the donors’ fault. […].

Nonprofit Organizations 117

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofits Leadership 117

Candid

MAY 26, 2022

Writer’s Note: The following recommendations were originally shared in Philanthropy and COVID-19: Examining two years of giving , a report published on May 25, 2022 by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy and Candid. They are based on the combined wisdom of CDP’s staff, advisory council, and board. They represent promising practices and important directions for philanthropy as we collectively continue to respond to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. .

Philanthropy 111

Philanthropy Health Children Poverty 111

Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

During the pandemic, countless small nonprofits replaced their signature event with a virtual fundraiser and got amazing results. That success has many nonprofit leaders wondering … should a virtual fundraiser become a regular line item on our fundraising plan? Should we have an online event, even when we could do something in person? The answer is … maybe!

Fundraising 111

Fundraising Fundraising Recruitment Insurance 111

The Charity CFO

MAY 20, 2022

As a nonprofit Executive Director, the amount of time you invest with your board of directors can vary wildly depending on your organizational culture and the time of year. But make no mistake: Nonprofit board development is critical to your success. And it’s becoming increasingly important to your funders too. . Foundations want to know that your board is doing its job and doing it well.

Nonprofit governance and management 105

Nonprofit governance and management Participation and motivation Recruitment Governance 105

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 2, 2022

In 2022 nonprofits will continue their shift to becoming digital-first organizations. When possible, nonprofit professionals want the flexibility and work-life balance that remote work can offer. Thus, if nonprofits want to hire and retain skilled employees in an economy with record low unemployment, then they will need to continue to evolve their operations beyond the traditional office environment.

Recruitment 134

Recruitment Philanthropy Foundations Nonprofits 134

NonProfit PRO

MAY 11, 2022

One of the significant benefits of multicultural marketing is that it’s simply the right thing to do. However, it can also help you increase brand awareness and help your nonprofit better fulfill its mission. People want to associate with brands and organizations that align with their societal values more than ever.

Marketing 128

Marketing Marketing Associations Values 128

Blue Avocado

MAY 3, 2022

Changes to How Nonprofit Organizations Report In-kind Contributions of Nonfinancial Assets It is common for nonprofits to receive donations and contributions of nonfinancial assets, more commonly known as in-kind contributions. Typical examples of in-kind contributions a nonprofit may receive include but are not limited to: Pro bono legal & professional services Below-market rent payments Donated […].

Nonprofits 115

Nonprofits Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Marketing 115

Candid

MAY 19, 2022

If you work at a nonprofit or have thought about starting one, chances are you’re already familiar with the Form 990. All tax-exempt organizations, including foundations, must file some version of Form 990 with the IRS each year to comply with federal regulations. Because of that, they’re chock full of vital information about a nonprofits’ and foundations’ finances and operations. .

Finance 105

Finance Foundations Collaborations Activism 105

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MAY 4, 2022

Positive and Negative Effects of Technology on Students. Technology has been great for people all around the world. But there are also negative sides. See what students need to be aware of. With unbelievable advancements in technology, its popularity and influence on our everyday lives are increasing day by day. It has made lives easier and easier in every aspect of life.

Technology 105

Technology Health Education Education 105

Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy encompasses more than just earning donations from supporters. It involves your efforts to recruit new supporters, engage with existing ones, and grow your organization’s influence, all with the goal of funding your mission more efficiently. That’s why developing a strategic fundraising plan is necessary. Whether you’re looking to take an improved approach to your existing strategy or design a new plan from scratch, this guide will steer you through the proce

Fundraising 104

Fundraising Fundraising Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 104

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 24, 2022

The reports listed below offer much-needed data to help your nonprofit craft its 2022-23 digital marketing and fundraising strategy. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please contact Heather Mansfield. Thank you! For Nonprofits in the United States: 1. Benchmarks Study 2022 :: Download. Published by M+R. 2. State of Modern Philanthropy 2022 :: Download.

Non-Profits 129

Non-Profits Marketing Marketing Fundraising 129

NonProfit PRO

MAY 3, 2022

The sorry state of donor retention has been a topic of discussion for at least the past decade. Yet too many nonprofits still don’t prioritize donor retention strategies. A prompt, personal, powerful thank you is the bare minimum. What do you do to keep donors close?

Retention 119

Retention Nonprofits Management 119

Mission Minded

MAY 31, 2022

Organizational values that get misinterpreted by your key audiences lose their ability to help you attract and retain interest and loyalty. Learn how. The post Your Organization’s Values May Be Working Against You. appeared first on Mission Minded.

Values 98

Values Communication Nonprofits 98

The Charity CFO

MAY 20, 2022

When it comes to marketing, many nonprofits shift right to thinking about development. But development and marketing are different skills, with different needs and separate goals. A robust marketing strategy that’s founded in clear and powerful branding, can help you raise money while also increasing your visibility in the community and around the world.

Marketing 98

Marketing Marketing Education Education 98

Candid

MAY 18, 2022

About a month ago, Candid was tagged in a social media post from someone who had visited the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Specifically, they saw the exhibition Giving in America , which includes one of the first copies of Foundation Directory. We loved seeing this unique piece of our past and wanted to learn more about the object and exhibition. .

Philanthropy 98

Philanthropy Foundations Education Education 98

Blue Avocado

MAY 15, 2022

Imagine executives from the six largest school meal programs in the country, sitting around a table discussing how, together, they could make a difference in school food. By leveraging their buying power, they can change the industry. They decide to be the founding members of a 501(c)(3) and set off to put their passion into […]. The post Passion Meets Professionalism: Transitioning from Volunteer Leaders to Paid Staff appeared first on Blue Avocado.

Food 98

Food 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2022

How much time do you spend thinking about where your donors are coming from ? Or how they’re landing on your donation page? If you answered something along the lines of ‘not much’, ‘do I need to?’, then you might want to keep reading. It is super important to understand where your donors are coming from and how you could be acquiring more! With many ongoing marketing initiatives, whenever you see a boost in performance, it is fair to be wondering: was it that Facebook post that did really well,

Non-Profits 119

Non-Profits Nonprofits Marketing Marketing 119

NonProfit PRO

MAY 4, 2022

The most successful organizations are able to collectively identify and engage around measurable goals. Many of them utilize objectives and key results (OKRs) to achieve these top priorities.

Nonprofits 122

Nonprofits 122

Bloomerang

MAY 12, 2022

The post How to Generate Unrestricted Revenue for Your Organization appeared first on Bloomerang.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising 130

The Charity CFO

MAY 31, 2022

It’s a myth that all stakeholders need to be experts in every aspect of nonprofit finances. Even on nonprofit financial committees, some members may be skilled in accounting, others in banking, and others in investing or financial analysis. Yet all nonprofit leaders, including board members, directors, and finance committee members, should have at least a basic understanding of nonprofit finances.

Nonprofit Finance 98

Nonprofit Finance Finance Nonprofit governance and management Governance 98

Candid

MAY 4, 2022

The COVID-19 crisis has shined a spotlight on the value of philanthropy and, for this reason, many foundation representatives believe society at large will expect philanthropy to address global distress in the future. Based on Philea’s recent analysis of surveys, in-depth interviews, and meetings with European foundations, we’ve seen how the pandemic has had significant implications for the way philanthropy operates in Europe.

Foundations 98

Foundations Philanthropy Poverty Health 98

Blue Avocado

MAY 31, 2022

Every nonprofit has that project which is both vital to the organization but beyond their reach. It might be a new accounting system, a website upgrade, a fundraising strategy, or a complete strategic plan. That project is always on the to-do list but there is never the time or knowledge to begin working on it. […]. The post Up Your Game with Skills-based Volunteering appeared first on Blue Avocado.

Fundraising 95

Fundraising Fundraising Recruitment Nonprofits 95

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 4, 2022

Have you noticed, in the last year or so, how many nonprofits have rebranded? The pandemic has caused many mission-driven organizations to re-evaluate their mission, reconsider their strategic plan to accomplish it, and then engage donors and advocates from this new position. No doubt, change is always in the works in the nonprofit world, but the pandemic forced many organizations to change more than usual; to pivot and regroup.

Public and Nonprofit Management 118

Public and Nonprofit Management Psychology Nonprofits Collaborations 118

NonProfit PRO

MAY 27, 2022

The Pew Research Center recently found that 70% of American adults view inflation as a major problem in the United States. Will the news of continuing increased inflation affect charitable giving?

Governance 121

Governance 121

Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2022

The foundation of an effective fundraising strategy is built on the relationships your team forms with the people who power your mission. Every member of your nonprofit team already knows how to build strong relationships with friends, co-workers, family members, significant others, and more. Magic happens when you build those kinds of relationships with your prospects and donors.

Participation and motivation 95

Participation and motivation Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Communication 95

The Charity CFO

MAY 10, 2022

If your nonprofit uses donations of supplies, services, and even time to help fund your operations, you need to know about recent changes in accounting standards for in kind donations. All the way back in 2020, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) released new standards for “ Presentation and Disclosures by Not-for-Profit Entities for Contributed Nonfinancial Assets.

Non-Profits 98

Non-Profits Food Activism Finance 98

Candid

MAY 2, 2022

As our social sector continues to become more data-driven, relevant, and responsive, we need better information on which we can all rely. By nature our field hosts a wide array of organizations all in service of good. Centralizing what we can know about each organization is essential to building a field that is effective, efficient and equitable. .

Finance 98

Finance Recruitment Governance Collaborations 98

Fundraising Coach

MAY 10, 2022

Enough is enough. Nonprofit leaders need to set actual fundraising goals. Unfortunately, nonprofit leaders rarely do. Rather than setting a clear goal, leaders pressure fundraising professionals to raise more. “More” is vague and immeasurable. “More” is unacceptable. “More” grinds us all, even the best fundraising professionals, to a pulp.

Construction 93

Construction Fundraising Fundraising Retention 93

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 6, 2022

Our Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising covers the fundamentals of launching and maintaining a social media marketing and fundraising strategy for your nonprofit. Participants will learn how to use Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter to engage and inspire supporters and donors. Based on 101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits , the certificate program requires the completion of four webinars.

Marketing 95

Marketing Marketing Fundraising Fundraising 95