Joan Garry
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Check out my list of the top 10 nonprofit leadership books everyone should read to learn valuable insights on things like messaging, running effective meetings, and navigating the currently evolving workplace dynamics. The post Joan’s Top 10 Nonprofit Leadership Books appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
Selfish Giving
OCTOBER 5, 2022
I'm back! ???? And what a trip! The sites! The food! The coffee! The corporate partnerships! While I unplugged from my newsletter for TWO WHOLE WEEKS (a new record for me), I never really stopped thinking about corporate partnerships. I even learned a couple things about partnerships when my wife and I toured the Colosseum in Rome. Our tour guide was discussing preservation efforts at the Colosseum and how the Italian government had turned to the business community for support.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Donors, especially first-time donors, can lose confidence in their decision to give if your donation page is purely transactional or difficult to use. Here are 10 ways to ensure your donation page makes it easy for donors to give and feel great about supporting your organization.
Bloomerang
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Your donor database is only as good as the data you put into it. With the year-end giving season upon us, now is the time to prepare for fundraising success in 2023. A clean database should be a high priority as you plan ahead. As with every other industry today, nonprofits are especially dependent on good data to be successful. And donor data is at the top of the critical care list.
Candid
OCTOBER 3, 2022
For funders and foundations, one big advantage of an easy-to-navigate grants section of your website is that you can help grantseekers are more likely to submit the required information on the first try. With clear and concise instructions , funders can also help grantseekers save valuable time that’s best spent on mission-oriented work. Over the past three years, Candid has made data on over 15,000 funding opportunities available on Philanthropy News Digest (PND) RFP Bulletin and Foundation Dir
Blue Avocado
OCTOBER 3, 2022
What happens if an employee who is filling in for another employee out on FMLA turns out to be better in the position? What are our options? The post Ask Rita: What to Do When the FMLA Replacement Is A Better Performer appeared first on Blue Avocado.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Year-end revenue is essential to the well-being of many nonprofits. It’s important to communicate with supporters in such a way to maximize not only short-term income but subsequent giving as well. A feature of most year-end campaigns emphasizes the tax benefits of charitable giving. .
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The Charity CFO
OCTOBER 1, 2022
The Charity CFO is proud to announce that Krysta Grangeno has joined our team in the newly created role of Chief of Staff! Krysta is truly a leader that sees the “gray” in situations, understanding the logical processes needed to make the work compliant and efficient as well as the emotional side of how the work gets done. Krysta is incredible at project management and organizational development.
Blue Avocado
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Article In Brief: The Problem: As nonprofits emerge from the effects of COVID-19, a return-to-normal mindset will not enable nonprofits to succeed going forward in a changed world. Why it Happens: Surviving the pandemic required a prolonged sprint to pivot to online platforms, finds new sources of funding, and more. It is tempting to want […].
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 4, 2022
If you're a frontline fundraiser, you know that phone call or meeting where you are talking to the donor live really matters. Here is an easy-to-use checklist that ensures you won't miss a step when talking to the donors on your caseload.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
OCTOBER 4, 2022
By Auden Schendler. Highlighting the gap between real action and tokenism, Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard’s visionary donation of his company to the climate cause lights the way for other progressive corporations—if they choose to follow. But they probably won’t. Last year I did some sustainability consulting for a young outdoor company.
The Charity CFO
OCTOBER 4, 2022
There are more than 1.54 million nonprofits globally. To ensure that a nonprofit runs efficiently, several people work behind the scenes to make things much easier, and one of those people is the operations manager. The operations manager might be the secret weapon of the most successful nonprofits we know. By taking charge of getting things done, an operations manager helps executive directors focus their energy on the strategic big-picture that will move their mission forward.
The Volunteer Hub
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Effective supervision can empower your volunteers to reach goals and do their best work. Here are 5 tips that can help supervisors manage, lead, and engage volunteer constituents. Supervising volunteers can be a challenging task. The role of your volunteer supervisor should not just be to manage, but to also lead, communicate with, and engage volunteer constituents.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 4, 2022
The last two-plus years have taken a toll on us all. Many of your board members may be burnt out and some may have even stepped down. So now what do you do? It’s time to rebuild your volunteer leadership team using these three tips.
Fundraising Coach
OCTOBER 5, 2022
One of the interesting things of being an active blog for twenty years is you get to cover things like fundraising in a recession. Multiple times. A quick search shows blog posts on recession proof fundraising going back at least 14 years. Including “ 10 Tips for Fundraising in a Recession.” The experts seem to be debating about whether we’re technically in a recession or not.
Get Fully Funded
OCTOBER 3, 2022
It’s time to plan for the most productive time of the year – Year End Fundraising Season! Yep, kids are back in school, pumpkin spice is EVERYWHERE, and some folks are already thinking about the holidays. Those of us in the world of nonprofit fundraising are starting to think about how to best leverage the next four months. And with good reason! Here’s why: Nearly ONE THIRD of annual giving occurs in December. 12% of annual giving occurs on the last 3 days of the year. 53.8% of nonprofits st
Stanford Social Innovation Review
OCTOBER 3, 2022
By Chand Rajendra-Nicolucci & Ethan Zuckerman. Cameron Childs’ parents own a beach house in Bethany Beach, Delaware. One day his wife and daughter, who are both Black, headed there for a vacation. Later that same day, Cameron told The Root , he received a notification on local social network Nextdoor titled “Spook Alert,” a phrase used by his parents’ neighbors in Bethany Beach when Black people are spotted in the neighborhood.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Nonprofits that fail to protect sensitive information risk exposing their donors’ personal information, and losing their trust and financial support along the way. But proactive steps — including data devaluation — keep valuable information out of bad actors’ hands and prevent data compromise.
Care2
OCTOBER 1, 2022
What do you do when your nonprofit has thousands of supporters but comparatively few donors?It doesn’t matter if you’ve worked in the nonprofit sector for 5 minutes or 50 years—any fundraising professional understands that individual gifts are necessary to fuelling your work.
Socailbrite
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Online fundraising has changed markedly in recent years. Post by Annabel Maw. R ecent years have ushered in a new era of fundraising — and nonprofit fundraising in particular has changed significantly. Donors are still eager to support the organizations and causes they care about, yet they expect to be engaged differently — often through digital channels.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2022
I was scrolling through Instagram this morning and came across this carousel about bad habits. Habit #6 stood out in particular: I had not heard of Jonathan Mann, but I liked this thought process so I looked him up. And I found an article he wrote about The 70–20–10 Theory on Medium. He is a songwriter and writes a song every day. Can you imagine? Some of his stuff had gone viral, but most of it has not which is what led him to the 70-20-10 theory.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 4, 2022
It is not uncommon for nonprofits to undergo a financial audit, despite not being required by law. This suggests that some organizations determine that the benefits exceed the costs. Here are some potential benefits of a financial audit for your nonprofit.
Clairification
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Ever heard the mantra “digital first?” It’s been around a number of years, and I’ve little doubt you’ve been pondering how to do more in the digital space. Today I’d like to suggest two simple ways to actively drive awareness and engagement online. 1. Influence Others to Build Your Network. One simple way is to become a thought leader. An authority.
Bloomerang
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The post Bloomerang – Buy Now Pay Later – Direct Mail appeared first on Bloomerang.
Fundraising Coach
OCTOBER 2, 2022
Volunteers are key to helping nonprofits stay up and running. From donating their time to help out with vital programs and initiatives to lending their professional expertise and skills, volunteers help keep nonprofits on track to complete their goals. As a nonprofit professional, you understand the challenges of managing a robust volunteer program.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Volunteers are a tremendous resource for charitable nonprofits. Without volunteers, nonprofits would struggle to provide programs, community services and more. Volunteerism in the United States peaked between 2003 and 2005, when approximately 29% of all Americans reported their volunteerism.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Ahh October! Let’s end the first week of the BEST month of the year with some of the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have how to battle imposter syndrome, new words in the dictionary, nonprofit leadership books you should read, podcasts you should listen to and more.
EveryAction
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Fundraisers at mission-driven organizations know that relying on only one avenue for funding the mission isn’t sustainable—the key to successfully raising the money your organization needs to operate programs and advance your mission is to diversify your fundraising programs. From major gifts to donations the price of a cold brew, contributions from individuals often make up the largest portion of Americans’ charitable giving.
The LAPA Blog
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Can you imagine how many nonprofit appeal letters I receive after 40 years in fundraising? And yet I still open each one, relish most of them, and occasionally grimace. Here are advanced tips for crafting your year-end appeals that will help you raise more revenue. 1. Is direct mail dead? It most certainly is not. Direct mail is still the workhorse of fundraising.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2022
In the past year, I have interfaced with nonprofits in a variety of ways. One central theme that continued to occur is the major issue of having the quantity and quality of nonprofit workers an organization needs.
Fundraising Leadership
OCTOBER 7, 2022
At the recent Journalism & Women Symposium, (L to R), Jennifer Kho, executive editor of the Chicago Sun-Times, discussing shifts in media leadership with Tracy Brown, Chief Content Officer at Chicago Public Media, and Nykia Wright, CEO of the Chicago Sun-Times. “I don’t believe in the luxury of neutrality when our bodies are on the line.” Karen Attiah, Global Opinions editor for The Washington Post , told more than 120 journalists from across the U.S. at the recent Journalism & Women Sym
Nonprofit Leadership Podcast
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Today’s episode is Part 2 of a fascinating conversation with Dr. Jan Rivkin of the Harvard Business School. In Part 1, Doctor Rivkin dives deep into how the Young American Leaders Program (YALP) is solving important problems by bringing together local leaders from all over the United States. In today’s episode, he explains how one can develop the skills that are necessary to be a successful leader.
iMarketSmart
OCTOBER 7, 2022
It took me 16 contacts over a 12-month period to get a visit scheduled with one couple. They then went on to give over $100,000. This isn’t that out of the ordinary. I frequently encounter people who think that if they have contacted someone 2-4 times without a response, they should take that person off the list. Are you kidding me? We’re not selling a $50 product, we’re trying to start relationships with people that could potentially give millions of dollars over the course of their life.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Can we finally bury that myth that you can’t ask too soon? Research proves it’s just a myth. To improve retention, you simply must get that second gift from your donor as soon as possible. Those organizations that do that are ahead of the curve.
Lets Talk Nonprofit
OCTOBER 5, 2022
There's. no "one-size-fits-all" answer for what a board should look like, in terms of size or demographics. However, there are some fundamental responsibilities that are shared by all nonprofit boards. Simone Joyaux, ACFRE is a nonprofit fund development and governance guru. In her teachings, she makes an important distinction between the board and board members.
Prosper Strategies
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Here are six fairly simple things any nonprofit can do to make strategy development more equitable and inclusive. The post Six Things Every Nonprofit Can Do To Make Strategy Development More Equitable and Inclusive appeared first on Prosper Strategies.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Written by: Jon Osterburg. Reading Time: 7 minutes. The purpose of a nonprofit budget is to help you better plan your income and expenses in order to accomplish your goals. On an individual level, we may use this important tool to make sure all of our living expenses are covered while simultaneously saving for a big vacation. For nonprofits, you’ll use your budget to predict fundraising revenue and ensure those funds will cover all your program and administrative expenses.
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