Candid

APRIL 4, 2023

The secret to successful year-round fundraising for nonprofits is hiding in plain sight. As every seasoned fundraiser will tell you, it comes down to building and sustaining a strong network of nonprofit funders. But there’s a catch: Relationship-building takes time. This means that there is no day like today to begin. In this blog post, we’ll not only explore the importance of building strong networks and how to find the folks with whom to prioritize building relationships.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 3, 2023

Your nonprofit probably spends a great deal of time on fundraising. So, how can you raise more dollars without adding yet another campaign or event to the calendar? Let’s look at four effective ways to optimize your fundraising results.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 6, 2023

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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Joan Garry

APRIL 5, 2023

Say goodbye to generic job descriptions! Download this one-of-a-kind Executive Director Job Description Template and attract more passionate, diverse leaders to your nonprofit. The post The Ultimate Executive Director Job Description (Free Template) appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.

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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.

Values

Ann Green

APRIL 5, 2023

If you’ve ever spent time with little kids you know one of their favorite words is why. You’ll answer a question, and he’ll respond with “but why?” again and again…… It may start to get annoying, but it’s good for people of all ages to be inquisitive and ask questions. This applies to nonprofits, too. A lot of our communication isn’t focused on why something is important.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 7, 2023

Nonprofits of all sizes must have a quality board of directors to survive and thrive in 2023. The demands, expectations and complexities of operating a nonprofit rely on a host of involved stakeholders to ensure nonprofit success. Here's how to do it.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 4, 2023

How should you decide which social media metrics your nonprofit should really pay attention to? Sure, you could make a case for tracking every number that the social media companies give you. But let’s face it. that’s a ridiculous waste of your time. So many social media metrics provided to nonprofits are there because it’s easy for the companies to give you those numbers, not because they are actually of any real value to you.

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Amy Eisenstein

APRIL 5, 2023

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 4, 2023

A poorly constructed case statement can negatively affect your organization's fundraising success and may compel donors to be wary of your organization. Here are some important tips to keep in mind when crafting an impactful case statement.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Drew Lindsay THOM BRIDGE, Independent Record Despite forecasts of doom at the start of Covid, many nonprofits emerged fiscally stronger than before, thanks in part to government and foundation emergency relief as well as a surge in individual giving.

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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.

Nonprofits

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 7, 2023

Acre. Auburn, AL How was everyone’s first week of April? Let’s wrap it up with the most helpful articles, posts, and tips for nonprofit marketers. This week we have AI vs Humans, optimistic nonprofits, how to define your target audience and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Here are 12 Ways to Use ChatGPT and Other AI Tools for Fundraising.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 5, 2023

Marketing is key for your nonprofit to expand your support base, raise funds, and connect with donors. Traditionally, letters to donors have been a staple of nonprofit marketing. While most outreach campaigns no longer rely on physical letters alone, they remain an important part of a comprehensive marketing strategy due to the personal touch they provide.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 3, 2023

OneCause announced the launch of new online giving sites with personal fundraising page capabilities to help nonprofits grow their giving network and extend the reach of their events and campaigns.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Armando Enrique Zumaya Getty Images Small nonprofits, especially those that serve people of color, are routinely shut out of pricey fundraising events. As a result, they have fewer opportunities to learn new skills that would help their organizations grow.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 6, 2023

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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Selfish Giving

APRIL 5, 2023

I'm excited to be heading back to the Engage for Good Conference next month. It's been too long! The EFG conferences in 2020 and 2021 were virtual, and last year's live conference fell on the same day as my daughter's graduation from college. Boy, did I want to go last year. But family (and self-preservation ?) always come first. Me: "Do you think Cate will be mad if I skip her graduation and go to the Engage for Good Conference?

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 6, 2023

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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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By M.J. Prest Samanta Helou CLEANWash Mobile, a worker-owned cooperative, is prioritizing job safety, fair wage and hour laws, environmental protection, and community health initiatives for the hand-carwash industry in Los Angeles. Also, the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism will spend $25 million on its #StandUpToJewishHate media campaign, and the Hewlett Foundation has granted $20 million to back interdisciplinary cyber-policy programs at two historically Black and two Hispanic-serving institu

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Amy Eisenstein

APRIL 4, 2023

I’m a major donor to a 501c(3) nonprofit organization in Virginia. I started my ten year pledge commitment in 2019 and I have six more installments to compete the agreement. When I began this committent I was very vunerable and grieving the loss of a cat that was very dear to me. I dedicated an area in the facility in his and another cat’s memories.

Activism 130

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

By Meredith Gray , Head of Marketing at Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. Does it seem like everyone you know is raving about a new tool that’s revolutionizing the way employees in all industries are doing their work? Yes, we’re talking about ChatGPT , an AI-powered tool that’s gaining widespread popularity on social media and revolutionizing the common workplace.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 7, 2023

ASI has released the results of its global 2023 Membership Performance Benchmark Survey. The eigth annual survey, conducted in late 2022, examines membership trends, including recruiting, retention, and engagement.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 6, 2023

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.

Philanthropy 219

Philanthropy 219

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 4, 2023

Image Credit: Nashua Volquez-Young on pexels.com Globally, more than 55 million people live with dementia, and that number is expected to nearly triple by 2050. Based on current trends, researchers predict that the number of dementia cases will rise to over 150 million in less than 30 years. 1 And without intervention, health inequities will persist.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 4, 2023

By Gail Christopher & Deepa Iyer Across sectors, organizations in the United States have long placed barriers between women of color and leadership positions. Women of color are significantly underrepresented in corporate leadership roles and face systemic obstacles in the nonprofit sector where, even with advanced education and experience, they are less likely to hold leadership positions than white men, white women, or men of color.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 6, 2023

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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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Emily Haynes Melanie Fidler First Descents runs weeklong outdoor adventure trips for young adults who share the same serious disease diagnosis or are caregivers. Bonds grow between participants as they tackle new experiences and cheer each other along the way.

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 5, 2023

Image Credit: lilartsy on unsplash.com This is the third article from A Green New Deal on the Ground , a series produced with Climate and Community Project, a progressive climate policy think tank developing cutting-edge research at the climate and inequality nexus. The series examines how Green New Deal initiatives aim to create climate policy that positively impacts everyday life.

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Non Profit AF

APRIL 4, 2023

Hi everyone, for those who missed the Unicorns Unite’s 5-year virtual reunion event on Valentine’s Day, the other co-authors and.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 6, 2023

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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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Sara Herschander A panel of fundraising and human resources experts discuss how nonprofit leaders can incentivize fundraisers — and keep them on the job — even with a shoestring budget.

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 5, 2023

Image Credit: Photo by Miltiadis Fragkidis on Unsplash UPROSE is a community-based organization that is bringing the first community-owned solar project to New York City. The project, Sunset Park Solar , is a 685-kilowatt solar array that will be built on top of the waterfront Brooklyn Army Terminal. It is the result of years of organizing to ensure the sustainability and resiliency of Brooklyn’s Sunset Park neighborhood and is the start of growing community wealth.

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Fundraising Leadership

APRIL 7, 2023

Dr. Rabiah Mayas, PhD is the first Chief Partnership Officer at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago. Curiosity comes to Dr. Rabiah Mayas naturally. The first-ever Chief Partnerships Officer at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago (one of the largest in the world), says growing up in Silver Springs, MD her parents sent her to the library or the encyclopedia to find answers to her questions.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 5, 2023

Tax letters should aim to engage recurring donors and encourage them to either make an extra gift, upgrade to a higher level, switch to a higher retaining way of giving, or give the ultimate gift. Here's how you can do that.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Sara Herschander Several experts joined the Chronicle to discuss how data insight can help organizations recruit, retain, and engage members in their programming.

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 5, 2023

Image Credit: Nsey Benajah on unsplash.com Are you unhappy about the world we live in? Senator Bernie Sanders wants you to know that your feelings are valid. In his new book, It’s OK To Be Angry About Capitalism , he discusses what is wrong with the US political system and what movements must do to change it. Writing a book in plain terms about the pitfalls of political economy is no easy task.

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