Joan Garry
DECEMBER 13, 2023
In reviewing all of the blog posts I wrote in 2023, there were three topics in particular that stood out for me. Here they are. The post Joan’s 3 Biggest Takeaways of 2023 appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Anti-smoking groups aren't just fighting big tobacco. They're fighting amongst themselves. By Marc Gunther Anti-smoking groups aren't just fighting big tobacco. They're fighting amongst themselves.
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NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Image credit: Jacek_Sopotnicki on istock.com Norma Crosby realized her house was flooding when she was sitting at her dining room table and noticed her toes were wet. She knew Hurricane Harvey might hit her rural town of Alvin, TX, but it wasn’t until the water reached her feet that she knew she and her husband had to evacuate. They listened to the news of the storm through the National Federation of the Blind Newsline , which gives newspaper access and emergency weather alerts to blind and vi
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 23, 2023
By Kyle Behrend — a seasoned not-for-profit professional dedicated to educating and empowering nonprofits with AI through NFPs.AI. The nonprofit sector, often stretched for resources and expertise, is uniquely positioned to benefit from the efficiencies and opportunities offered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). The successful implementation of AI-powered solutions in nonprofits has shown significant potential to enhance organisational efficiency.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
DECEMBER 26, 2023
By SSIR Editors The end of the year is often a time for reflection and looking back, but when you examine the list of SSIR ’s most-read articles of 2023, you’ll find they’re focused on shaping the future: Improving the practice of design thinking to solve social problems, preparing organizations to adopt AI responsibly, telling better stories for transformational social change, coordinating impact investing so communities thrive, achieving equity and justice for all, and more.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 7, 2023
On the final day of Nonprofit POWER in Baltimore, Maryland, Bill Stanczykiewicz, senior assistant dean for external relations at Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, led the keynote session, “Fundraising in Turbulent Times” to help the nonprofit professionals in the room make sense of data and the wealth effects of charitable giving as they prepare for multiple scenarios in 2024.
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
DECEMBER 2, 2023
How to use Schema Markup in 2024 [Newbie Friendly Guide] What is Schema Markup, why should you use it and how can it help you boost your SEO efforts? Check out this [Newbie Friendly Guide] and get started with structured data. SEO is complicated. There are thousands of ranking factors that Google and other search engines consider when analyzing a website.
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NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Image credit: Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash A commonly uttered phrase in movement organizing spaces is: “Those who are closest to the problem are closest to the solutions.” Yet, too often, those with lived experiences are left out of the decision-making process. Such is the case for formerly incarcerated people. Both men experienced how easy it is for young Black men to be swept up in the criminal legal system.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 2, 2023
By Wendy Mercurio , Content & Education Specialist at Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. December is an important month for nonprofit fundraisers. A lot of time, effort, and preparation goes into ensuring end-of-year campaigns produce all the funds needed for organizations to sustain their important missions.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
DECEMBER 6, 2023
By Paul Cann Current global estimates suggest that 1 in 4 older adults experience social isolation, and 5 to 15 percent of adolescents experience loneliness. Weak social connections cause a higher risk of early death; these are also linked to anxiety, depression, suicide, dementia, and the increased risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Weak social connections represent an equivalent health risk to smoking and obesity.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 11, 2023
It’s that time of year again. The holidays are near and the year-end giving crunch is on. That’s why I am sharing a few bloopers in direct mail and emails that could have been prevented in the past few months.
Top Nonprofits
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Your website is one of the most important tools your nonprofit has at its disposal. It’s a marketing, fundraising, and educational resource all in one! However, not all nonprofits use their websites to their fullest potential. As a result, they may miss out on additional support that they could easily secure with simple fixes to their website. Make sure your website serves its purpose and provides value to your supporters.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development wants to increase the share of philanthropic dollars that go to Latino nonprofits. By Jim Rendon The former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development wants to increase the share of philanthropic dollars that go to Latino nonprofits.
NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Image credit: RDNE Stock project on pexels.com As the old saying goes, birds of a feather flock together. Such logic often applies to nonprofit recruitment of volunteers. That is, nonprofits tend to draw in a particular slice of the community. If that slice is elderly, White, male, and English-speaking, we ought not to be surprised when a young Latina immigrant opts not to participate.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 9, 2023
By CONCAT — the first website design and development company solely led by refugees and women from countries of conflict. Website maintenance and support can be a luxury for nonprofits working on a tight budget. Here are 10 website maintenance tips that your nonprofit can do yourself to ensure that your website is healthy and running at its best — without needing to break the bank!
NonProfit HR
DECEMBER 19, 2023
As an executive leader leading a social impact organization, I’m sure you can agree that the last three years were about managing through change and being empathetic but resilient. As leaders, we had to be emotionally fit but focus on self-care and ensure others did the same. The business-as-usual approach was disrupted, and leaders across … Read more The post Executive Leadership in 2024: Five Imperatives for C-Suite Leaders appeared first on Nonprofit HR.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Of course, every nonprofit wants to be able to answer the call to fulfill its mission no matter the circumstances. This is especially true in dire situations. Here are three tips to make sure your nonprofit's technology is up for the task.
Donorbox Nonprofit
DECEMBER 20, 2023
You’ve just donated to an organization that uses Donorbox to fundraise. Thank you for being generous and supporting an important mission! Now you have the power to log in to your Donorbox account to access your donation information, give again, and make changes to your profile. Read on to learn how! Are you a Donorbox […] The post Manage Your Giving with the Donorbox Donor Portal appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 20, 2023
By M.J. Prest Save the Children Bangladesh The Education Cannot Wait grant aims to continue the education of up to 5 million school-age refugee children worldwide, including Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. Also, the Lilly Endowment gave almost $146 million to six colleges and universities in Indiana for community-development projects, and the U. of Massachusetts at Boston received $10 million to establish the New Balance Institute for Innovative Leadership in Sport.
NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Image credit: coffeekai on istock.com Community is one of humanity’s great achievements. Yet community development corporations , a $28 billion sector of over 6,200 nonprofits that support local community economic development, are largely invisible in the national conversation. A new survey of these organizations published by the Urban Institute, the first in 18 years, seeks to fill this gap.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The top 10 posts on Nonprofit Tech for Good in 2023 reflect the trends that nonprofits were most interested in this past year. Social media still dominates the list as it has every year for the last decade. AI made a strong showing in 2023, and email marketing best practices are still in high demand. Thank you for being a part of the Nonprofit Tech for Good community in 2023.
Candid
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Today, Candid released our latest research manual, Analyzing Candid’s demographic data. Over 62,000 U.S. nonprofits currently share some demographic data about their staff and board with Candid. As a result of our Demographics via Candid efforts, this number has increased significantly over the past two years. In fact, about 1,000 nonprofits are now adding demographic data to their Candid profiles every month.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Fundraisers are worried because the number of Americans giving to nonprofit causes has declined. Unfortunately, at the same time, the need in our communities continues to increase.
Donorbox Nonprofit
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Every year during the month of Ramadan, 1.8 billion Muslims globally celebrate with fasting, reflection, and acts of charity. This exciting season is often prime fundraising time for masjids and Islamic charities looking to raise more money for their important causes. In this article, we’ll look at the Ramadan donation types and best practices that […] The post Ramadan Donations: 12 Best Practices to Encourage More Giving appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 22, 2023
The Courage Fund will honor champions of sexual-violence prevention and run education and healing programs, largely for Black women and girls. By Kay Dervishi Inspired to action after singer R. Kelly’s trial, author Ta-Nehisi Coates is teaming up with two nonprofits to create the Courage Fund.
NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Image credit: Filip Kominik on Unsplash In 2020, organizers and funders in California came together to collaborate and share ideas on how to increase 501(c)(4) dollars in the state. As the public health crisis around the COVID-19 pandemic emerged and activists across the country brought the ongoing fight against racial justice to the forefront, it became clear that there was a deep need and desire for investments in power building to advance structural reforms.
Clairification
DECEMBER 11, 2023
I’ve written about this before. But since I continue to get questions, I’m writing about it again. Fundraisers wonder about the upsides and downsides in asking donors to cover credit card and other gift transaction fees. Hmmn… First, let me be upfront in letting you know my gut emotional response to doing this is “no.” Why? Because it puts too much focus on the monetary transaction, making would-be donors think about money rather than impact.
Candid
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Once you’ve established a new nonprofit , one of your first considerations will likely be fundraising. After all, the only way you can fulfill your organization’s mission is if you can bring in the funding you need to support your programs and initiatives. You should also have a plan for how to effectively manage your funding, which is where your financial strategy comes into play.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 12, 2023
There are approximately 1.8 million charitable nonprofits in America that provide help and support in various ways. While that is an incredible statistic, it leaves a pressing question: What makes your nonprofit stand out in the sea of millions?
Donorbox Nonprofit
DECEMBER 6, 2023
According to studies, challenge gifts attracted 23% more donors and 18% more dollars than identical fundraising campaigns without the matching gift challenge. In this article, we’ll delve into different types of matching gifts, how to secure them, and ways you can ensure your campaign’s success. What is a Challenge Gift? A challenge gift uses nonprofits’ […] The post How to Use Challenge Gifts to Bring in More Funds appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The SDG Impact Fund grew from $238 million to $10 billion in one year. Cryptocurrency and NFTs appear to have played a part; the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals do not. By Alex Daniels The SDG Impact Fund grew from $238 million to $10 billion in one year. Cryptocurrency and NFTs appear to have played a part; the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals do not.
NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 11, 2023
What is journalism now, and what should it be? In this Remaking the Economy webinar conversation, developed in partnership with the Institute for Nonprofit News the panelists discuss the state of journalism and explore how it can advance economic justice. Featuring Jourdan Bennett-Begaye (Diné) ( ICT , formerly Indian Country Today ), Derrick Cain ( Resolve Philly ), and Crystal Good ( Black by God/The West Virginian ) the speakers explore the growth of nonprofit publications; changes in what c
Clairification
DECEMBER 26, 2023
For good things once a year is not enough. Why do so many of us only eat turkey once a year? Or pumpkin pie? I’ve no idea! It’s surely not rational. These are special foods we value and take great delight in. Yet we get into a bad habit of thinking on auto pilot. If it’s not Thanksgiving, the idea of roasting a turkey or making cranberry sauce doesn’t even enter most or our heads.
Top Nonprofits
DECEMBER 21, 2023
The fundraising world has seen many trends over the years. While not all of these trends have stuck, there has been a steady increase in digital fundraising —and for good reason. Digital fundraising opens up new possibilities for reaching a wider audience and raising significantly more for your cause as a result. Additionally, it’s more convenient for current donors to contribute online, allowing you to retain their support long-term.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Community is “actionable,” Katrina VanHuss, chair and founder of Turnkey, said. It gets people to do crazy things like VanHuss signing up for Jujitsu and Courtney Bugler, president and CEO of Zero Prostate Cancer, joining the ballroom dance community, the pair shared in the NonProfit POWER session, “Why the CEO Is the Only One Who Can Build Your Nonprofit Community.
Donorbox Nonprofit
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Wondering if your nonprofit should harness the power of artificial intelligence? The short answer is yes. AI for nonprofits has been a game-changer for fundraising organizations, providing fresh ways to put donor data to work, streamline tasks, and, ultimately, raise more money. It hasn’t been long since ChatGPT first exploded onto the scene and ushered […] The post AI for Nonprofits: How to Use Artificial Intelligence for Good appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 4, 2023
By Stephanie J. Hull and Hilary Pennington iStock Involve potential grantees in learning at the outset, and more advice from a grant maker and a nonprofit leader.
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