The Charity CFO

JANUARY 8, 2024

What is ChatGPT? What is ChatGPT? But what is it exactly? Louis, MO was curious about what ChatGPT knew about the city. With over 10,000 students and a Ph.D. in English-Rhetoric, Composition & Literacy Studies, Krista is nothing short of an expert in her field. Want to jump right into the episode?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 8, 2023

If you have difficulty saying No to your supervisor or colleagues as a nonprofit communicator, you are not alone. Three-quarters (74% of survey participants for the 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report ) said it was difficult or very difficult to say No to their supervisors when they make a work request. throughout my career.”

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

JULY 18, 2023

But what does Community Engagement mean, and how can your nonprofit do it and measure it? At Nonprofit Marketing Guide, we define “community engagement” as keeping people inspired by and active in our work. Our Nonprofit Communications Trends Reports show that year after year. These are two different things.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 27, 2023

A nonprofit budget can bring so many positives: Finances are much easier to manage because you know what expenses and revenue to expect. Difficult times are more easily avoided because you can see what’s coming for the next several months and make better decisions about what to say “yes” to and what to say “no” to.

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Pam Moore

MARCH 7, 2023

What is a brand personality? It is shaped and molded by how the brand acts, what it says and what it looks like. Having a brand personality is what separates your brand from the status quo. It's what helps you stand out from the digital noise. It's what separates you from others in your industry.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 5, 2023

What a Nonprofit Accounting System IS What do I mean by “nonprofit accounting system?” So, let’s talk about what it takes to put a good nonprofit accounting system in place, starting with some common misconceptions and fears related to accounting. Most people who start or lead nonprofits aren’t numbers people. Maybe that’s you!

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 23, 2023

In this guide, we’ll outline the five essential steps to consider when planning an animal-related fundraiser, from setting clear goals to following up with your supporters. Narrow down the focus of your fundraising ideas so that your target audience understands the campaign’s purpose and knows exactly how to lend their support.

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 5, 2024

In this guide, we’ll provide five tips to help you design successful bid sheets that enhance your nonprofit’s silent auction experience. Nonprofits are always looking for ways to diversify their revenue and engage their donors in new and exciting ways. One of the most important elements of any silent auction is your bid sheets.

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The Charity CFO

AUGUST 2, 2023

Sarah is a seasoned leader in the nonprofit sector, leverages over 18 years of experience to guide organizations towards success. Motion to Move the Meeting Forward Boardroom conversation is typically filled with approvals, what the next steps are, and if there’s any luck, some harmless banter. Welcome to the Modern Nonprofit Podcast!

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Exactly one year ago today, we toured the Château de Chantilly where I snapped this picture. My what a difference a year makes. Have a question, comment or just want to say hi? Click on START HERE at the top to read my quick start guide. Last Christmas I visited my brother and his family in Paris. It's an amazing place.

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 10, 2024

This guide will review the four most common steps of the moves management process and how to engage with major donors at every stage: Cultivation Solicitation Stewardship Retention and Upgrade The moves management process starts with finding the right prospective donors and building a compelling case for support that encourages them to give.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2024

So, if someone lands on your blog post looking for an answer your keywords, title, and headers all claim to support and yet they don’t get what they need from the actual content, they likely will exit. So, what kind of content is that, exactly? Search Engine Optimization. But, just in case, here’s a couple pointers.

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Lets Talk Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Every time you communicate with your past, present and potential supporters, you want to be clear about what you do and how they can help. Say What You Mean. When you ask someone to "Please help," what do you really want? Don't make your audience guess what you want them to do. exactly what that money will do.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Yet most people don’t understand exactly what the Board’s job is. You see, it means that hundreds of people are sitting on nonprofit Boards and have NO IDEA what they said “yes” to. And you know what? So, what EXACTLY should your Board be doing? And what should they NOT be doing?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

In it, she says: . There’s almost nothing you can do in your whole career that has as much impact as guiding your leaders toward following expertise.”. Yet, these words got me thinking: The key principle here is guiding. Why do you need to guide nonprofit leaders? . Rather than guide, we badger. True, true, true.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2023

This is laudable, and I would never suggest saying “no” to a board member or other donor without exploring your options. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to accept a real estate gift for the first time: Dear Charity Clairity, We have a board member who wants to donate a gift of real estate.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Here’s what you need to know: No Username Hassle: Threads is powered by Instagram, who is powered by Meta. It works exactly the same. However, you’ll find that most of them are infusing some level of entertainment and education, or what we like to call “edutainment.” So, tread carefully with the decision.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 7, 2023

That’s exactly what the Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship was designed to achieve. Even though that number has increased over the years, she continued to see a lack of representation at the C-suite and senior leadership levels of organizations. "I I found myself constantly asking why they weren't there.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

It’s convenient, and you know exactly what to expect. You’ll be guided through popular tourist spots, but you might miss out on the adventure of exploration and discovering hidden gems. Brynne Krispin is a social media strategist for nonprofits and small businesses.

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Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 18, 2023

To help, they recently surveyed fundraising professionals and donors to create a soon to be released report, Building a Sustainable Future: A Guide to Healthy Fundraising. We may not know who exactly to approach as an “influencer” – or what to say and how to work with them.

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Clairification

JANUARY 26, 2023

It rarely found exactly the right page every time. And I’m sure you’ve been hearing a lot about AI, ChatGPT, and what this all means for you and your nonprofit moving forward. I published an article on this topic earlier this week, and I love what Seth Godin has to say here. 6 x 7 is 42, no ifs, ands or buts.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

DECEMBER 26, 2022

In this guide, we’ll walk you through effective strategies that nonprofits can use to effectively market themselves on LinkedIn. What Nonprofits Should Avoid on LinkedIn. They most likely want to help but they might not know exactly how they can help best. Get the book on Amazon 1. Certainly not on LinkedIn.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In this guide, we’ll cover the need-to-know information and steps of creating a major gift fundraising strategy, including: What is a major gift? In this guide, we’ll cover the need-to-know information and steps of creating a major gift fundraising strategy, including: What is a major gift? What is a major gift?

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Ann Green

APRIL 12, 2023

For example, let’s say you’re speaking to your board to encourage them to get involved with fundraising. No matter what audience you’re speaking to, take some time beforehand to put yourself in their shoes to understand their perspective, motivations, and personal goals. Use these public speaking tips for better engagement.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 12, 2022

We’ll tell you exactly what happened to them here below. . Cash is king, as they say. But why, exactly? And that’s exactly what happened to the nonprofit we talked about above. Cash flow isn’t just an issue for small nonprofits that depend on donations to meet payroll each month. Take this example….

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Further, 85% of these volunteers say they are more likely to donate money to the nonprofits they’re volunteering with. Further, 85% of these volunteers say they are more likely to donate money to the nonprofits they’re volunteering with. *This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 12, 2024

After all, you can’t possibly predict: Who’s going to donate to your organization How much they’re going to donate Even when donations are going to happen Still, even as a nonprofit, having some sense of what your finances may look like in the future is crucial to your long-term success.

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 14, 2023

Your branding helps supporters understand who your organization is, what you stand for, and why your nonprofit is worthy of donors’ support. Your branding helps supporters understand who your organization is, what you stand for, and why your nonprofit is worthy of donors’ support. Let’s begin!

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JANUARY 1, 2021

Building a Strong Nonprofit Brand [Step-by-step Guide + Free Resources]. What is branding? “Your brand is what other people say about you when you’re not in the room.” What is brand identity? That’s what branding does. ” – Jeff Bezos. Brand identity is distinct from brand image.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If we want people to be innovative, we must discover what is important to them, and we must engage them in meaningful issues.” — Margaret Wheatley Uncertain times call for certain strategies The pandemic underscored the importance of innovation during times of uncertainty. Do you have one in place? Or you’re stuck.

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 16, 2023

For example, Kanopi’s guide to healthcare website design features the Cleveland Clinic’s website CTAs because of how useful they are to users. These calls to action are more effective than generic asks such as “Click here” because they help people understand exactly what they’re clicking through to, thereby increasing conversion rates.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

AUGUST 4, 2020

But what does Community Engagement mean? That’s not exactly what we are after in our nonprofit communications world when we speak of community engagement. That’s not exactly what we are after in our nonprofit communications world when we speak of community engagement. Interaction.

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Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

DECEMBER 21, 2023

For example, let’s say your nonprofit organized a read-a-thon and asked donors to pledge $3 for every hour their participant spends reading. In this guide, we’ll walk through the steps you can take to effectively promote your next pledge fundraiser: Develop a unified campaign message. Your intended audience.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

If at this point, you’re mumbling under your breathe “Okay, Captain Obvious”, that’s fair, but are you really sure of what it takes to “engage”? To be successful on social media, it’s crucial to prioritize… well, being “social”. But, social media is about connecting and stories still resonate.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Growing a nonprofit takes more than just passion: you also need creativity, persistence, and a handful of nonprofit leadership skills to guide your organization through the growth years and fulfill your mission. So, if leadership is the difference between a nonprofit’s success or failure, what does it take to be a good leader?

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 12, 2021

If you find your nonprofit is hitting a wall, consider seeking out help from a marketing or fundraising consultant who can provide insights on what makes a mission statement successful. Consider Your Organization’s Goals Your mission statement should succinctly articulate what your nonprofit aims to accomplish.

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Jeff Brooks

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Adapted from How to Turn Your Words into Money: The Master Fundraiser's Guide to Persuasive Writing. What would your fundraising message be? The solution is not exactly obvious. To give donors the full picture,” they’d say, “we should describe all the steps of the tragedy, not just the horse.”. But that’s not fundraising.

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