Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

It's not even Thanksgiving yet, but I'm already thinking about Christmas.?????? Ever since I was a kid I've been a huge fanboy of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, which was published way back in 1843. I collect Carol memorabilia and have seen EVERY version of the story. I've even held three first editions of the book in my sanitized hands. One that is housed at the Burns Library at Boston College , and two that are kept under lock and key at the British Library in London.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The supply chain issue in the U.S. and abroad is something that affects all of us. However, it has ramifications for your nonprofit beyond what you may think. Sure, if you’re an organization reliant on providing things to people you serve, it could be an incredible challenge.

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The Kindful Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

As you’ve likely seen, volunteers can have a tremendous impact on the work you’re able to do. . There are “boots-on-the-ground” volunteers who show up in person to help out, vendors who donate supplies or make in-kind donations, those who help you fundraise, and more. No matter how they support your mission, one thing all of these volunteers have in common is that they deserve your gratitude. .

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Raising the money you need to fully fund your budget doesn’t happen by accident. You need a plan for fundraising success. Actually, you need both short-term plans, like those to manage your fundraising activities through the holidays, and longer-term plans that will carry you through all of next year. But for most people, planning for fundraising isn’t easy.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

In a previous blog post , I wrote about how bundling your donor communications can save your nonprofit time and money. In this blog post, I’ll share how you can begin doing just that. You can bundle your donor communications in two ways: going all in or bundling in batches. Going all in works best when you already know that bundling is best for your team and you have a clear timeline for how many donor communications you plan to send.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

When it comes to timing of email communications for your peer-to-peer events, there are three big levers you can adjust. Timing also varies by type of event, which breaks down into four categories. Let’s look at how peer-to-peer email timing levers vary for each event type.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

As a nonprofit management student, preparing to enter this field can be challenging because it’s still developing. The University of San Francisco was the first school to offer a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration less than 40 years ago, and the first School of Philanthropy was created just nine years ago at Indiana University. As the sector evolves, students aren’t always sure which available resources are the most sound to support our studies.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

If you’re reading this post, it’s probably because you want resources that will help you improve your leadership skills and grow in your career. . If that’s the case, I want you to ask yourself two questions : . Are you taking the lead in developing your leadership skills? . Are you planning for how you want to grow in your career and figuring out the steps you can take to get to where you want to go?

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

For too long, nonprofits have desired to make social impact while often neglecting to center diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging for their staff. But as our national conversation about the impact of race in every facet of America continues, employees are seeking inclusive workplaces that allow for them to show up authentically, bringing their passions and desire to make a social impact into their day-to-day work.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Self-examination was the zeitgeist of philanthropy in 2021. We reflected. We adapted. We listened to the "rising voices of the people we serve" as a foundation staffer framed it recently. At times those voices were passionately personal, at others they were mandates delivered through data. One such data story is this: Though long suspected, we finally have the data to confirm that 39 percent of our grant applications are duplicative across funders.

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Mission Minded

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Learn how sharing the details of your organization last, rather than first, makes for effective communication that creates a memorable impression. The post Messaging That’s Memorable Blog Series, Part 4: Detail Messages appeared first on Mission Minded.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

It’s no secret that most of us in the nonprofit industry wear many hats throughout the day. Often, that means we’re pressed for time. That also means that we’re likely to devote less time to things that feel like they’re not directly contributing to your nonprofit’s bottom line. . If that’s how you’re approaching the content you’re sharing on social media or in your newsletters, this blog post is for you. .

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Of those who fundraise off of the side of their desk, the vast majority do not like fundraising. I repeat — they do not like fundraising. They know the need to fundraise, but I’ve heard many of them use the term “necessary evil” to describe fundraising. Yes, it’s the “F” word of the nonprofit sector.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

For many nonprofits, 29% of annual donations happen between #GivingTuesday (November 30 this year) and December 31, and a shocking 11% of annual donations were reported to come in during the last three days of the year. In addition, many reports* show giving was at an all-time high in 2020, so don’t miss out on the season of generosity that is quickly approaching.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Nonprofits have been doing newsletters forever, whether in print or via email. And for just as long, the communications staff in charge of them have been either taking a deep sigh or full-out eye-rolling in response to questions about why they exist. It’s just one of those things people do, even if they are not sure why. At various times, some in the nonprofit sector have suggested that the newsletter format needs to die and that emails in particular should be about one thing and one thing

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

If there was ever a time to start focusing on building a rainy day source of funding for your nonprofit, that time is now. If you’re not sure why you should do this, ask yourself the following questions: How have you fared during the pandemic? Did you bring in less revenue than expected? Did more donors lapse than you anticipated? . How do your prospects for the foreseeable future look?

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Your donors probably each has at least five other organizations trying to capture their attention and another 10 to 15 organizations wanting to start relationships with them. So, what are you doing to stand out in your donors' minds, capture their heart and have them always take your call?

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Ann Green

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

I imagine most of you are familiar with #GivingTuesday, the annual giving day that takes place the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. This year it will be on November 30. I’m not going to tell you whether or not you should participate in #GivingTuesday. Perhaps you’ve participated in the past and it’s been successful, or maybe it wasn’t. Perhaps you’re planning to participate for the first time.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

How many channels do you need to provide content for? Email? Facebook? Instagram? Twitter? Website? Blog? Newsletter? YouTube? All of the above and more? It’s a lot. And if you are working under the illusion that everything you create has to be 100% original content, you are going to get overwhelmed VERY quickly. All people who produce content for a living, whether they are writers, musicians, artists, or nonprofit communicators repurpose their content.

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Twenty Hats

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Don’t drop your specialization. Just shift your focus. I’m thinking of offering a new workshop. This one would be directed towards nonprofits leaders rather than volunteer managers. It would be called “Deconstructing Engagement.”. In this workshop, we would take away all of the conventional titles for nonprofit connectors – development, outreach, communications, volunteer management – and reorganize around one idea: How can we fully engage individuals in our cause, so that they want to sup

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Despite the initial awkwardness, succession planning is an important topic for tax-exempt organization boards to discuss. It is a risk-management process and one that often gets overlooked until it is too late and an immediate need arises.

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The Kindful Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

If you’re like most nonprofit professionals, you’re probably wondering how to improve your year-end appeals to make the most of this important time of year. . While tried-and-true fundraising techniques like telling a great story and appealing to a donor’s logic and emotions are important, this year I also recommend getting personal to help your appeal stand out.

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Big Duck

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Fill out the form below to get the glossary. The post Words to Avoid Glossary appeared first on Big Duck.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Is there a topic or issue you wish we would cover here on our blog? Now is your chance to share it with us and maybe get it on the schedule for next year. Just fill out the quick form below and let us know. Please keep in mind our readers are from a wide variety of nonprofit organizations so we will probably dismiss any ideas that too mission-specific.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

To better understand how nonprofits have been investing or will invest in various technologies, "The State of Nonprofit Technology" survey will look at nonprofit organizations' technology investments, as well as the corresponding ROI for those investments.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Dear Rita, Last year we hired a senior-level employee to fill a role that had previously been like a revolving door. This employee has done good work for us all along, in a position serving an important function in our organization. As a result, we recognize and highlight this employee’s contribution to our team quite often, […]. The post Ask Rita: How Do We Handle a Supervisor Whose Way of Treating Employees Is Causing Them to Quit?

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Salsa

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

As you continue to develop your nonprofit fundraising strategies , it’s important to consider where matching gifts fit in.

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Foundation Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

The post 5 Ways to Raise Money and Get New Donors During the Holidays appeared first on Foundation Group®.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Join us live on Thursday, December 9th, 2021 at 2 p.m. Eastern Time, for a highly interactive session with Golf Fundraising Expert, Jay Fiske. Learn why auctions are an absolute must for any great golf fundraiser, where the bulk of your golf fundraising dollars should be coming from, and the essential revenue boosters to engage your attendees and supporters like never before.

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Fundraising Coach

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

I’ve said for years that fundraising is all about leadership. And we all have leadership opportunities, even if we don’t have leadership titles. One of the best ways to grow in our ability to lead is to get clear on our values. Both personally and organizationally. When we know what we value, it makes it easy to figure out why some people, places, or practices are stressful to us.

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The Killoe Group

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

The post Stakeholder & Member Surveys: Pro Tips from Top Resources appeared first on OneCause.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Marie Palacios will explain what donors want to know, why it is crucial, and how to share your past achievements, so donors contribute to your future goals. Full Transcript: Steven: All right, Marie, I got 2:00 Eastern. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started? Marie: Absolutely. Steven: All right, awesome. Well, good afternoon everybody, good morning if you’re on the West Coast I guess, just barely made it to the morning.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Community building is the climate change of social good. Building a community delivers future value as rewarding as the survival of humankind. Building and nurturing a community ensures your mission’s success.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

What Kind of Home Loan is Right for You? Different people have different financial goals and needs. This is why there are a variety of home loans to offer a variety of people the solutions that they need. Some options might not be as popular as others but they can be just what you need. The right home loan for you will depend on many factors, such as your income, credit score, length of time in your current home, and the plan you have to purchase a new property or refinance an existing property.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

A weekly update with the latest news from PND. RKMF commits $100 million to University of Pittsburgh BioForge. November 18, 2021. The Richard King Mellon Foundation has announced a $100 million commitment to the University of Pittsburgh to establish an anchor bioresearch and development facility on Hazelwood Green. To be disbursed in $10 million increments over ten years, the largest gift for a single project in the foundation’s history will be used to create the University of Pittsburgh BioForg

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Everyone in the US ready for the short week next week? I know I am! But first let’s get into the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have tips on Instagram link stickers, ideas for emails, marketing resources, a proponent for Giving Tuesday and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… A Study of 137k Facebook and Instagram Ads Reveals Performance Benchmarks and Trends [Infographic].

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

A content calendar is a powerful reminder of where your nonprofit team’s attention and focus needs to be. With 2022 just around the corner, it is the perfect time to look ahead and document what your organization will be promoting, when you’ll be featuring it, and how you’ll be distributing it.

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