The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 19, 2024
The billionaire philanthropist announced 361 winners — and $640 million in giving. By Nicole Wallace The billionaire philanthropist announced 361 winners — and $640 million in giving.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 22, 2024
What are the economic policies the nation needs to build thriving communities in which Black Americans can thrive? As Amara Enyia wrote in the introduction to a recent NPQ series on The Vision for Black Lives: An Economic Policy Agenda , “the Black radical tradition has long been clear on the importance of economic justice.” This webinar conversation builds on the articles in that series, taking a deep look at what the elements of that agenda look like.
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Ann Green
MARCH 21, 2024
In my last post, I wrote about potential missed opportunities for donor engagement. You may think you’re practicing donor engagement by sending thank you letters and an e-newsletter, but is the content actually engaging? It’s often formulaic and just downright dull. Many nonprofits send all their donors the same appeal and thank you letters. In these letters, they never thank a donor for their past support or acknowledge they’re a monthly donor.
Clairification
MARCH 18, 2024
That’s right. Loyalty. Not wealth. Not money. Not even attention. Because merely grabbing the attention of someone with either capacity or inclination to give is no guarantee philanthropy will follow. Today I’d like to illuminate: Truths about what drives philanthropy, Challenges nonprofits have developing and implementing strategies that take these truths into account, and Suggestions for moving forward with a new paradigm to generate increased philanthropy.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 20, 2024
Ninety-two percent of organizations — including mine — have budgets of less than $1 million and know what their communities need most. But Scott and others make it impossible for us to get needed funds. By Sneha Dave Ninety-two percent of organizations — including mine — have budgets of less than $1 million and know what their communities need most.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 19, 2024
Image credit: Rubenstein Rebello on pexels.com The nonprofit and philanthropic sectors are at growing risk for lawsuits challenging DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) measures, fellowship and intern practices, giving and grantmaking procedures, and even the provision of basic services. That’s thanks to a new wave of litigation, some of it already making its way through US courts, seeking to challenge virtually any consideration of race in myriad institutional practices and decisions.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
MARCH 22, 2024
I’m writing this post three days into Spring in North America. I love the equinoxes and solstices because they mark the passage of time in very clear and natural ways. These natural cycles or rhythms are essential to all life. Yet when we look at the nonprofit organizations we work for, we often treat them and ourselves as employees like machines, rather than living organisms.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 19, 2024
The author came to accept the growing scientific consensus that nuclear power is critical to addressing climate change. By Theo Kalionzes Brian van der Brug, Los Angeles Times, Getty Images Pacific Gas and Electric’s Diablo Canyon Power Plant, the only operating nuclear powered plant in California. I’ve come to accept the growing scientific consensus that nuclear energy is critical to addressing climate change.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 21, 2024
Image credit: ArtHouse Studio on pexels.com Around the world, people are very, very tired. “Factor in recovering from the pandemic, inflation, and global stressors,” Emily Ballesteros wrote in TIME , “and you’ve got a recipe for complete physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion.” Levels of exhaustion are increasing due to a host of factors, including the unsustainable lifestyle imposed by capitalism , economic stresses such as low incomes and unattainable housing , and the powerlessness man
Bloomerang
MARCH 22, 2024
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether they should hire a development consultant: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m a one-person development shop, wondering if I should hire a consultant to help with some of the work that’s not getting done.
Donorbox Nonprofit
MARCH 22, 2024
Approximately 28.1 million websites around the world use Google Analytics. And it’s estimated that Facebook Pixels exist on more than 30% of websites. The world of tracking and analytics is huge – there’s no reason your nonprofit should miss out! Data gleaned from adding Tracking & Analytics to your Donorbox donation forms can help you […] The post Gain Valuable Insights With Donorbox Tracking & Analytics appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 21, 2024
Philanthropy will grow an inflation-adjusted 4.2 percent in 2024 and 3.9 percent in 2025, researchers predict. By Emily Haynes and Rasheeda Childress Philanthropy will grow an inflation-adjusted 4.2 percent in 2024 and 3.9 percent in 2025, researchers predict.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 21, 2024
Image credit: cottonbro studio on pexels.com This month, as women all across the country are celebrated during Women’s History Month , the Prison Policy Initiative (PPI) released its annual report that details the plight of some of the most marginalized women—those who are incarcerated. Women’s Mass Incarceration: The Whole Pie 2024 , written by Aleks Kajstura and Wendy Sawyer, details why and where women are incarcerated nationwide.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 21, 2024
As donor count continues to decline, it’s important to find loyal supporters. Here are five tips to help you acquire and retain sustainers.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
MARCH 21, 2024
By Carsten Könneker There are exciting possibilities, but we are also facing a deafening cacophony of scientific communication, and much of it will not be positive.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 19, 2024
The billionaire philanthropist and journalist Chip Giller are betting that virtual and augmented reality are on the cusp of a breakthrough — and poised to change hearts, minds, and giving. By Eden Stiffman Whose Future? Agog grantee Whose Future? provides hands-on instruction to teens at the Boys and Girls Club in Harlem, N.Y. The billionaire philanthropist and journalist Chip Giller are betting that virtual and augmented reality are on the cusp of a breakthrough — and poised to change hearts, m
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
MARCH 19, 2024
I am working on the slide deck for Thursday’s webinar Social Media Trends for Nonprofit Communicators in 2024 and thought I would share some of the data I am finding on how people feel about using AI to generate content. One of the themes I am seeing is that AI use will skyrocket, but that is causing social medias users to be leery. Hootsuite research found that “62% of consumers say they are less likely to engage with and trust content is they know it was created by an AI applicatio
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 20, 2024
A supplemental post to 101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits , the statistics listed below can guide your nonprofit in creating and maintaining a successful online fundraising strategy. Online Fundraising Strategy 93% of nonprofits believe that a strong brand identity has a positive impact on donor engagement. [ 99designs ] 75% of donors look for concrete information about a nonprofit’s achievements before making a decision to give. [ DonorDirect ] 48% of donors
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
MARCH 21, 2024
Optimizing SaaS Product Pages: A Practical SEO Guide In today’s world, having an online presence is crucial for businesses, especially for software as a service (SaaS) companies. The product pages of SaaS products play a role in attracting customers and persuading them to take action. So, how can you enhance these pages to ensure they are easily found and drive traffic?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 22, 2024
A consummate philanthropic leader, she leaves behind a unique legacy of healing divisions and facilitating difficult conversations in a deeply complex region. By Susan Taylor Batten Danielle Miles, Philanthropy Southeast As president of Philanthropy Southeast, a large network of grant makers, Janine Lee left an unrivaled mark on Southern grant making.
Donorbox Nonprofit
MARCH 19, 2024
Launched in March 2023, Nonprofit Cloud is Salesforce’s first standalone CRM solution designed specifically for nonprofits. Many nonprofits already using Salesforce may be familiar with Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP), a suite of tools designed to customize Salesforce to be even more effective for nonprofits. So, which packs the best punch for nonprofits?
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 21, 2024
Have you donated online to a nonprofit within the past 12 months? If yes, please share your feedback by taking the 2024 Online Donor Feedback Survey ! The survey is 15 short, easy-to-answer questions that require 2-4 minutes to complete — and your responses are 100% anonymous. Your participation is appreciated and will help nonprofits better serve and communicate with their donors.
Veritus Group
MARCH 18, 2024
For your organization to grow, you must move from a transactional mindset to a transformational fundraising program. The post For a Path to Sustainable Growth, Look Beyond Membership Programs appeared first on Veritus Group.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 18, 2024
Practical advice and networking opportunities are helping members of Somos El Poder connect with peers and raise more money for their organizations. By Emily Haynes Practical advice and networking opportunities are helping members of Somos El Poder connect with peers and raise more money for their organizations.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 21, 2024
PHLYSense is a 24/7 property monitoring and alert solution. Organizations get real-time alerts if water is detected or temperatures reach a hazardous level. The program includes sensors and 24/7 monitoring and support all at no-cost to policyholders with property coverage.
Donorbox Nonprofit
MARCH 22, 2024
The school and university fundraising landscape has significantly transformed in an era of evolving technology and philanthropy. Members of Generation X and millennials, now parents and alumni, are at the forefront of this change. Understanding the giving habits of your donors and the trends and activities that impact school fundraising is crucial. We’ve included some […] The post 20 School Fundraising Statistics That Might Surprise You appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 20, 2024
The following is a transcript of the video above from our webinar “Remaking the Economy: Building Regional Solidarity Economies.” View the full webinar here. We talk about cooperation as basically the Black and Indigenous practice of meeting each other’s collective needs. These are things that communities of color have been doing for centuries to care for one another.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 18, 2024
Participants focused on artificial intelligence, the perils of big tech, and the four-day workweek at the annual Nonprofit Technology Conference. By Sara Herschander PORTLAND, Ore. Getty Images Participants focused on artificial intelligence, the perils of big tech, and the four-day workweek at the annual Nonprofit Technology Conference.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 22, 2024
If someone asked about your nonprofit's donor's experience, what would you say? Here are tips to get to know your donors and have an answer.
Donorbox Nonprofit
MARCH 22, 2024
When planning your fundraising activities for the year, benefit concerts might not be at the top of the list. But these events stand out because they are a great way to raise funds, and they generate invaluable awareness for your organization. Hosting a killer concert requires careful planning and coordination. That’s why you have this […] The post Concerts for a Cause: Benefit Concert Ideas that Rock appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
MARCH 18, 2024
By Elana Berkowitz & Courtney Leimkuhler The world of work is changing. AI’s impact on work and workers is an inescapable conversation right now everywhere from the World Economic Forum and the White House, to American union halls, Fortune 100 board rooms, and VC cocktail parties. AI is poised to alter everything from how customer service questions get answered to diagnosing cancer.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 22, 2024
The $4.7 billion foundation Friday named Brenda Solorzano, an early architect of trust-based philanthropy and a veteran of health-care grant making in the Golden State, as its next president. By Alex Daniels Tiffany Williams Brenda Solorzano currently leads the Headwaters Foundation. The $4.7 billion foundation Friday named Brenda Solorzano, an early architect of trust-based philanthropy and a veteran of health-care grant making in the Golden State, as its next president.
Amy Eisenstein
MARCH 20, 2024
Whether you aspire to be a consultant, own your own business, or take on other forms of nonprofit leadership, here are some key lessons I've learned.
Clairification
MARCH 20, 2024
The Clairity Click-it exists to bring you a range of voices from across the nonprofit world so you can resource, learn and digest at your own pace, and come up with new and better ways to do your job of changing the world. Seth Godin wants to help you too! How to change the world All successful cultural change (books, movies, public health), has a super-simple two-step loop: AWARENESS TENSION –>Loop<– It’s easy to focus on awareness.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
MARCH 20, 2024
By Mona Mourshed Measuring how long impact lasts can be difficult, but nonprofits and donors should make the effort.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 21, 2024
Proposed federal regulations would provide guidelines for what DAFs can be used for. By Brian Mittendorf Proposed federal regulations would provide guidelines for what DAFs can be used for — but not for how quickly they would need to be distributed.
Amy Eisenstein
MARCH 20, 2024
Whether you aspire to be a consultant, own your own business, or take on other forms of nonprofit leadership, here are some key lessons I've learned.
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