Nonprofit Marketing Guide

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

I came across an old group photo the other day when I was cleaning out some of my files — a picture of me with about 20 other reporters and editors who had gathered at the University of Maryland for a 4-day training session on how to cover nonprofits. What does this mean for nonprofit communicators? Quite a bit.

Public and Nonprofit Management 219

Public and Nonprofit Management Communication Universities Philanthropy 219

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 13, 2024

In the nonprofit sector, our conversations often revolve around reaching and engaging our external audience – the people we serve and our donors. I recently had a chat about the return on investment (ROI) on publicity spending with a senior marketing team member. This kind of oversight isn’t uncommon though.

Recruitment 208

Recruitment Retention Culture Communication 208

NonProfit Leadership Center

APRIL 15, 2024

In organizational psychology, culture has three key elements: practices, values, and underlying assumptions. Practices are daily routines that reflect and reinforce values. Values are shared principles about what is important.

Psychology 130

Psychology Health Culture Leadership 130

Candid

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Once the preserve of large foundations and mega-donors, impact investing is growing in popularity, including among women and younger generations. Of course, whether we’re writing checks to local charities, endowing a scholarship at our alma mater, or establishing a family foundation, we’re investing for impact. In 2023 alone, U.S.

Public and Nonprofit Management 88

Public and Nonprofit Management Environmental Foundations Philanthropy 88

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 2, 2023

From smaller, newer nonprofits to larger charitable organizations, measuring performance is a universally shared need, especially in the realm of fundraising. But for organizations that offer direct services to constituents, such as social services nonprofits, there’s another layer of complexity— impact measurement.

Management 52

Management Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Non-Profits 52

Candid

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The public library plays a central role in serving the dynamic needs of communities across the country, and is often the first place a person turns to for help. At the Free Library of Philadelphia , we are meeting those needs by offering services to Philadelphia’s nonprofit community. From there, they are hooked!

Public and Nonprofit Management 98

Public and Nonprofit Management Foundations Nonprofits Values 98

The Charity CFO

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Nonprofits exist to meet a societal need or provide a public benefit. Unlike an organization whose primary goal is to make money, nonprofits exist to meet a community’s needs. That said, while it’s not your primary purpose, your nonprofit must find ways to make money. . How do nonprofits make money?

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 14, 2023

By Akilah Watkins The Supreme Court’s June decision on affirmative action at US colleges and universities has raised profound concerns for the nonprofit sector. These new questions demand not only our attention but also our renewed commitment to publicly advocating for the values that underpin our work.

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Ethics Foundations 130

Candid

APRIL 24, 2024

Imagine a world in which philanthropy professionals are focused on improving their practices to transform philanthropy through centering communities, lightening the burden on nonprofit organizations, and holding themselves accountable to their values. Candid helps us to be transparent and accountable to our community,” Dickenson said.

Collaborations 52

Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Philanthropy 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

But this modern reality comes with an inconvenient truth: Our public institutions are not equipped with the updated skills they need to effectively tackle the world’s ever-escalating challenges—not by a long shot. There’s good reason for that, as these skills are foundational to the work of a well-run city. Consider the climate crisis.

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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.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 114

Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Philanthropy Foundations 114

Affnetz

APRIL 16, 2024

Corporate Sponsorships for Nonprofits | A Guide to Grow Nonprofits/ By Bala Guntipalli Introduction to Nonprofit Board Management Software: Technology has become an integral part of our lives, changing the way we do business and manage organizations.

Management 245

Management Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development 245

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In our interviews, we found that leaders who succeeded in the hard work of changing their boardroom culture and growing engagement for all members started with honest conversations, with each board member and senior staff, about why inclusion matters and how it reflects the organization’s values. Here, the issue becomes much less clear.

Nonprofit governance and management 131

Nonprofit governance and management Finance Governance Leadership 131

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 29, 2023

By Lisa Nutter & Tim Freudlich The simple physics equation, momentum = mass x velocity, tells us that momentum is a value we can control. Of course, both require long-term funding and investment since they lay the foundation for new approaches.

Nonprofit governance and management 119

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Community Development 119

Beth Kanter

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Panel at Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit Last month, at the Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit in Seattle hosted by Microsoft, I moderated a roundtable, “Empower Employees with AI Productivity Tools,” with leaders from three nonprofits: Alex Duncan,, British Heart Foundation; Jon Townsend, National Trust; and Joel Ramjohn, Agape Source.

Public and Nonprofit Management 62

Public and Nonprofit Management Production Construction Nonprofits 62

Candid

JANUARY 5, 2023

Whether you’re a nonprofit, funder, or a consortium of both, fundamental questions are surfacing about social sector data that merit your attention. Is social sector data a type of public good? How does the social sector fund (or charge for) data infrastructure as a public good? We’ve already unlocked all 2.8

Public and Nonprofit Management 104

Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations Philanthropy Foundations 104

Bloomerang

MAY 27, 2021

A recent study by Fidelity Charitable – the USA’s biggest grantmaking public charity – reported that two out of three volunteers had reduced or halted their participation at a nonprofit which before COVID-19 , they’d previously offered their time to. A small personal touch is an appropriate reminder of how valued they are. .

Nonprofit governance and management 137

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Entrepreneurship Governance 137

The Charity CFO

JULY 10, 2022

Are your nonprofit board committees contributing to the effectiveness of your work or simply checking off the boxes someone gave you when your organization was set up years ago? Nonprofit board committees can have an outsized and positive impact on your organization’s overall mission. Traditional Nonprofit Board Committees.

Nonprofit governance and management 97

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Finance Nonprofits 97

Fundraising Leadership

JUNE 7, 2024

These unpaid volunteers contribute $200 billion in value to U.S. vigorously supports organizations including City of Hope, Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation, The Women’s Alzheimer’s Movement, Coelho Center for Disability Law, Policy and Innovation, Susan G. In both arenas, more women than men volunteer both formally and informally.

Volunteerism 71

Volunteerism Volunteerism Philanthropy Public and Social Policy 71

Fundraising Coach

MAY 1, 2024

Nonprofits depend on loyal donors to receive sustainable support for their work. This means your organization must provide a positive donor experience , not just in one event or campaign, but over the course of their involvement with your nonprofit. Use individual donation data to personalize donor acknowledgments.

Public and Nonprofit Management 59

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Activism Foundations 59

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

These audits are part of the bigger picture of organizational change management. A 2022 racial equity audit by the Skillman Foundation uncovered some hard truths. Below we focus primarily on foundations, but we believe that many of these findings have broader application to many types of organizations.

Leadership 113

Leadership Culture Foundations Philanthropy 113

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

You might be inspired to bring your idea to life by starting a nonprofit. million registered nonprofits in the United States, making these charitable organizations a staple of modern society. However, any new nonprofit needs a strong foundation to thrive. Starting a Nonprofit: Basic FAQs What is a nonprofit?

Public and Social Policy 84

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Charitable Organizations 84

Nonprofit Megaphone

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

In the vast and often overwhelming landscape of nonprofit funding, smaller organizations frequently find themselves navigating the shadows of larger, more established entities. Grants for nonprofits are among the most valuable sources of funding available, but also often among the most competitive. And the best part?

Nonprofit governance and management 52

Nonprofit governance and management Foundations Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

APRIL 23, 2023

Tips and Strategies for Students to Successfully Pursue a Career in the Nonprofit Industry Pursuing a career in the nonprofit industry requires dedication, hard work, and a strong commitment to the mission of the organization. There are various types of nonprofit organizations, each with a unique mission and purpose.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Social Entrepreneurship 52

MNA Association

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Mission and Values Montana Nonprofit Association provides leadership for Montana’s nonprofit sector and partners with Montana’s charitable nonprofits to promote a sustainable, networked, and influential sector. MNA’s staff team is engaged, collaborative, committed to growth, and passionate about MNA’s unique mission.

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2024

Here we share how, in undergoing this shift, we managed to exceed our fundraising targets while gaining more flexibility to do our core work. Often, the tightly restricted support we received was for niche projects, which we saw real value in, and which clearly benefited the partners requesting the work.

Public and Nonprofit Management 100

Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations Universities Philanthropy 100

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Nonprofit strategic planning can help your organization meet challenges effectively and take advantage of new opportunities. Despite the many benefits that strategic planning can bring, 49 percent of nonprofits lack a strategic plan. Nonprofit strategic planning FAQs What is strategic planning for nonprofits?

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Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits 122

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 23, 2024

Advisory committees let your nonprofit work with others who want to see you succeed. As a nonprofit leader, you likely want to do your best to ensure that the voices and experiences of the communities you serve are represented in your work. Often, this means conducting periodic focus groups, needs assessments, or surveys.

Race and Ethnicity 90

Race and Ethnicity Recruitment Production Collaborations 90

EveryAction

APRIL 5, 2023

from our friends at ParsonsTKO Selecting technology for a nonprofit or social good organization can take significant time and effort. While the C-level and managers will probably lead your organization’s tech selection, you can think of the board as the ultimate executive sponsor. Focus on improving your operations.

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Conversely, a toxic, dysfunctional, or low-performing board can destroy your nonprofit. To successfully manage your board, you need to do three things: Determine exactly what you expect of them from the beginning. You can leverage trusted board members and donor networks to find great candidates who share your organization’s values.

Participation and motivation 80

Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership Nonprofit governance and management 80

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 6, 2023

While many consider this rise in loneliness to be largely a social problem, communities around the world are applying innovative public health approaches to connecting people not only to each other but to health professionals and systems that can provide much-needed support. for every £1 invested.

Health 138

Health Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 138

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Public lands across the United States are being mismanaged, whether by the federal government or private interests, in ways that mirror the relationship these powers have had with Native people for centuries. In Utah, the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition is managing lands. Understanding the Power Dynamics of Resourcing.

Philanthropy 142

Philanthropy Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Culture 142

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 4, 2023

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. Acknowledge the deep vulnerabilities within organizations.

Leadership 128

Leadership Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation 128

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 22, 2023

Image Credit: Anders Norrback Bornholm on unsplash.com In a report published last year for Just Futures , an investment advisory firm that seeks to encourage “values-based investing,” Anand Jahi indicates that the amount of money invested on Wall Street totals $71.4 But first: what is meant by “impact investing” anyway?

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Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management 88

Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

We listened to the "rising voices of the people we serve" as a foundation staffer framed it recently. This waste adds to the overhead for a nonprofit, distracting from the impact sought by their mission and adding to their unfunded operational costs. Activating our values in 2022. We reflected. We adapted. Want to see more?

Public and Nonprofit Management 94

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Foundations Collaborations 94

GiveGab

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

GiveGab’s three company values have always been Customer Love is what drives us, Team Culture is our Foundation, and We Walk the Walk. Every day the GiveGab team makes a conscious effort to embody these values in everything we do. Project Manager “At GiveGab, our core values are integrated into everything we do.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Values Production 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

AUGUST 23, 2020

How to write a Strong Nonprofit Mission Statement [Template + Examples]. Do you want to learn how to Write a Strong Nonprofit Mission Statement? Branding is key to nonprofits , but how do you ensure your communicate your brand messaging the right way? It’s easy to know what your Nonprofit’s goals are.

Poverty 94

Poverty Public and Nonprofit Management Health Education 94