Fundraising, Leadership and Non-Profits - Nonprofit Leadership Zone

7 Wishes for Non-Profit Leaders in 2023

Veritus Group

JANUARY 4, 2023

Start out 2023 with a renewed sense of hope about what you can achieve as a non-profit leader. The post 7 Wishes for Non-Profit Leaders in 2023 appeared first on Veritus Group. Wishing you every success in the new year!

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Culture Leadership Philanthropy

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 3

Veritus Group

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

This is the third post in a series about the barriers that prevent non-profits from achieving success in major gifts. The post Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 3 appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Leadership Management Fundraising

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts

Veritus Group

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

This is the first post in a series about the barriers that prevent non-profits from achieving success in major gifts. The post Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Leadership Management Fundraising

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 4

Veritus Group

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

This is the final post in a series about the barriers that prevent non-profits from achieving success in major gifts. The post Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 4 appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Leadership Management Fundraising

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 2

Veritus Group

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

This is the second post in a series about the barriers that prevent non-profits from achieving success in major gifts. The post Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 2 appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Leadership Management Fundraising

The State of Black Women Leadership Is In Danger

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Image credit: skyNext on istock.com “We have observed a disconcerting pattern where Black women leaders are vacating their roles, with some leaving the non-profit sector altogether, citing hostility toward their leadership, strain on their health and well-being, unfair job expectations, and limited opportunities for career progression” (3).

Leadership

Leadership Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Culture

How to Write a Case for Support for Your Non-Profit (Part II)

The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 18, 2020

In Part I of this article , we talked about the importance of your non-profit case for support (also called a “case statement”). We also looked at which non-profits need written case statements and how they are used. Do you have a leadership giving program? Why do you need to raise it now ? #7:

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Leadership Fundraising Fundraising

The Call of Leadership Now: BIPOC Leaders in a Syndemic Era

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Institutions, hierarchies, and forms of leadership rooted in Western colonial ideology are failing, being renegotiated, and getting deconstructed—even in the face of intense backlash. Our leadership, needed now more than ever, is being tested like never before.

Leadership

Leadership Public and Social Policy Non-Profits Culture

Advice for Starting A New Fundraising Job

Bloomerang

MAY 28, 2024

One of my favorite colleagues and co-host of our Eskin Fundraising Training Non-Profit Empowerment webinar series, Rhanda Luna, has been hired as Director of Corporate Giving and Special Events for SAFE, based in Austin, Texas. Rhanda is representative of the enormous movement and flexibility of fundraisers.

Fundraising

Fundraising Fundraising Non-Profits Medical

The Confusion Around Marketing, Communications, and Fundraising Functions

Veritus Group

MAY 5, 2023

If your non-profit isn't structured around donor acquisition, there's likely to be some tension between the mar-com and fundraising functions. The post The Confusion Around Marketing, Communications, and Fundraising Functions appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Communication Marketing Marketing

Is Fundraising Just a Necessary Evil?

Veritus Group

APRIL 12, 2023

When non-profit leadership has a negative attitude about fundraising, it is detrimental to the organization's mission. The post Is Fundraising Just a Necessary Evil? appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Leadership

3 Quick Ways to Double Your Online Fundraising Revenue

The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 11, 2020

In Mastering Online Fundraising , our class for non-profit fundraisers, we talk a lot about how small changes to your online fundraising strategy can result in major returns, including new prospects, new event attendees, and of course, new donors. Take a look at The Fundraising Authority website.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Leadership

For the Love of Humankind: End of Year Fundraising for Community impact

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

As marketing, development and leadership team members, we work toward a common cause within the organization. Each position uniquely plays a vital role in fundraising. So the real question that needs to be answered is: why are we in service to fundraise? The answer should simply be “ For the love of humankind.” . Partnership.

Sociology

Sociology Non-Profit Management Political Science Non-Profits

Leaders, Are You Standing in the Way of Bigger Gifts?

Veritus Group

APRIL 3, 2024

How can non-profit leaders encourage fundraisers to make bigger asks without pressuring them into a transactional approach with donors? The post Leaders, Are You Standing in the Way of Bigger Gifts? appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Non-Profit Management Fundraising Fundraising

How to Create a High-Performing Non-Profit Team

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JUNE 10, 2024

How to Create a High-Performing Non-Profit Team Successful nonprofits, NGOs and Social Enterprises have high performing teams. Employees are the lifeblood of any business, and non-profits are no exception. How Does a Nonprofit Team Differ from a For-Profit Team? Ready to expand your team?

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Nonprofit governance and management

Six Skills to Look for When Hiring a Fundraiser Without a Fundraising Background

Veritus Group

AUGUST 25, 2023

When it comes to hiring, don't be afraid to pull from outside of the non-profit sector. The post Six Skills to Look for When Hiring a Fundraiser Without a Fundraising Background appeared first on Veritus Group. Here are the key skills to look for in applicants.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Leadership

Translating skills from the for-profit world to non-profit

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

I had the privilege of attending the AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals) Think Tank a couple of weeks ago. Lots of people take jobs in nonprofit fundraising and assume their sales or other corporate skills will transfer. Skills/concepts that translate: Marketing concepts are the same in for-profit as in non-profit.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Ethics Associations Leadership

Checklist for Hiring a Fundraising Consultant or Agency

Veritus Group

JANUARY 13, 2023

When you're ready to hire a fundraising consultant or agency to work with your non-profit, here's how to evaluate whether they can deliver. The post Checklist for Hiring a Fundraising Consultant or Agency appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Leadership

Great News: Women & Minority Owned Small Businesses Succeeding Now

Fundraising Leadership

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Every business owner and entrepreneur has a role model for success in Selena Gomez, actor, activist, non-profit founder and make-up brand creator. “ Every business owner and #entrepreneur has a #rolemodel for success in @SelenaGomez, actor, activist, non-profit founder and make-up brand creator of @RareBeauty. ”

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Leadership Entrepreneurship Universities

The Hollow Prize for Leaders of Color

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 8, 2024

There had been a lack of senior leadership, staff had been promoted into senior roles before they were ready, and funding infrastructure needed to be improved. For executives of color, nonprofit leadership is a ‘Hollow Prize.’ Political scientists coined the term “the Hollow Prize” for this doomed leadership.

Nonprofit governance and management

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership Non-Profits

Putting the FUN in Fundraising: What Our Most Successful Clients Have in Common

Veritus Group

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

There are several predictors of success when we partner with a non-profit. The post Putting the FUN in Fundraising: What Our Most Successful Clients Have in Common appeared first on Veritus Group. Here's how our most successful clients approach The Veritus Way.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Leadership

5 Digital Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2019

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 16, 2018

Ray Gary is the CEO of iDonate , a SaaS-based provider of the world’s most innovative Digital Fundraising Platform for nonprofits. Ray’s experience in launching and building businesses spans nearly three decades, including leadership positions in multiple technology companies. 1) Marketing Automation/Giving Automation.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Disaster Relief Fundraising Fundraising

Get Rid of KPIs and Manage!

Veritus Group

JANUARY 27, 2023

Many non-profits rely on KPIs to manage fundraisers, rather than actually hiring a manager to coach and develop their frontline fundraisers. The post Get Rid of KPIs and Manage! appeared first on Veritus Group.

Management

Management Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising

[Webinar Recap] How to Crush Your #GivingTuesday and Year-End Campaign

Network for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Right now, nonprofit organizations across the country are looking for ways to boost their chances of fundraising success this year. Don’t miss helpful suggestions from Network for Good Personal Fundraising Coach Janet Cobb, CFRE, CNP, as she shares her recommendations for how to navigate year-end fundraising in the midst of a global pandemic.

Non-Profit Management

Non-Profit Management Non-Profits Leadership Education

Driving Nonprofit Growth with Data with Stu Manewith

The Charity CFO

JULY 27, 2022

Stu is the Director of Thought Leadership and Advocacy for Omatic Software, a data-integration software for non-profits that allows them a complete view of their donors, promoting data-driven decision making. Listen to the podcast here ??. Or here ??.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Retention Nonprofits Leadership

15 nonprofit books to inspire your New Year’s resolutions?

Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

Whether you’re looking to level up your fundraising skills, invest in innovation, improve your nonprofit’s culture, or take better care of your colleagues and yourself, these 15 books can help you make the difference you desire this year. Take your fundraising game to the next level. Birkholz and Amy S.

Public and Nonprofit Management

Public and Nonprofit Management Culture Non-Profits Energy

The Colors Co-op Experiment: Learning the Right Lessons from Our Failure

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Founders’ hopes and aspirations varied: launch a vibrant fine-dining restaurant, promote workplace democracy, demonstrate a successful high road model, provide a space for fundraising events, host restaurant worker trainings, and support ROC programs. Colors, in short, was never (or at best, rarely) profitable.

Public and Social Policy

Public and Social Policy Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Non-Profits

The 10 Biggest In-Person Ask Blunders

Bloomerang

JUNE 16, 2021

For the last three years, I’ve devoted virtually every day to the challenge of training professionals and especially volunteer fundraisers to overcome the fear of asking for gifts for their favorite nonprofits. During the solicitation, maintain non-stop eye contact with the donor and let your words and passion come through.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Philanthropy Foundations Leadership

Why Most Fundraising Is Ineffective

Veritus Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Want to know the major reasons why most fundraising is ineffective or failing? The post Why Most Fundraising Is Ineffective appeared first on Veritus Group. It all comes down to these management practices.

Fundraising

Fundraising Fundraising Management Non-Profit Management

[PODCAST] The Cost of Poor Nonprofit Leadership | Ft. Marc Pitman

NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

During that time he’s come to find that it’s not all roses with nonprofit leadership in our sector. Building upon his research, he developed the Nonprofit Sector Leadership Report 2016. One of the most important assets in nonprofit leadership is a well-trained board. The post [PODCAST] The Cost of Poor Nonprofit Leadership | Ft.

Nonprofit Leadership

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Non-Profits Nonprofits

Mixed Links for Nonprofit Communicators – December 14, 2018

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Please, join me as we dive into the best articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of marketing and fundraising. Here are 12 Things Non-Profits Need to Know About Google Ad Grants. And finally, learn How Bill Belichick influences marketing team leadership and mentoring. I hope you all had a great week!

Communication

Communication Non-Profits Leadership Nonprofits

How Fundraisers Can Reconcile the Competition that Exists Between Your Donors’ & Administrators’ Hero Stories

iMarketSmart

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In major gifts fundraising, this works. It works for the fundraiser. The fundraiser is the guiding sage. But a nonprofit is not just a fundraising organization. Embracing the donor-hero story inspires fundraising. Effective fundraising culture isn’t just different from the rest of the nonprofit.

Nonprofit Administration and Development

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

Beyond Fundraising Metrics: How Great Managers Get Results

Veritus Group

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Are you leaning on fundraising metrics as a crutch, or are you investing in the kind of management that leads to real success in major gifts? The post Beyond Fundraising Metrics: How Great Managers Get Results appeared first on Veritus Group.

Management

Management Fundraising Fundraising Non-Profits

How Your Nonprofit Can Use Web Engagement Data

Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

MAY 20, 2022

Let’s consider online fundraising. For example, nonprofits that run fundraising campaigns will want to track online donations. Let’s draw back to our online fundraising example. Self-described as a “non-profit junkie,” Sarah has dedicated her career to serving the needs of the non-profit sector.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profit Management Nonprofits

How Water.org Adapted Their Social Media Content Strategy in Response to COVID-19

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 13, 2020

The current social media environment has caused non-profit marketers to re-evaluate their content aware of the acute conversations being had on every channel, at a global level. Posting without a mindfulness of the trending topics and conversations can cause organizations to appear insensitive and tone-deaf.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Civil Society Health Poverty

A 10 Step Guide to a Throwing a Successful Fundraising Event

The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Charity events are a popular form of fundraising. To help you ensure that your fundraising event is a winner, here are ten major components that you must incorporate into your event plan, regardless of the specific fundraising event ideas you use: 1. Here are a few questions: Is this truly a fundraising event?

Fundraising

Fundraising Fundraising Non-Profits Food

Why Your Fundraisers Will Leave You

Veritus Group

JANUARY 9, 2023

When fundraisers leave an organization, it's often because management has failed them. Here are 10 issues that push fundraisers to quit. The post Why Your Fundraisers Will Leave You appeared first on Veritus Group.

Fundraising

Fundraising Fundraising Management Non-Profits

5 Tips To Help Your Nonprofit Receive MacKenzie Scott Funds

Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

Her team’s focus has been on “identifying organizations with strong leadership teams and results. It is unclear if the team of advisors to which she refers is one and the same as the Bridgespan Group but many of us in the fundraising world believe it to be so. . Her team of advisors helps her give her wealth away faster.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Poverty Philanthropy Charitable Organizations

5 Things to Know Before Hiring a Nonprofit Web Consultant

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 14, 2022

Nonprofit consultants specialize in a number of different aspects of nonprofit management from fundraising and accounting to web design. After all, if you’re seeking technical help for your website and online fundraising , you wouldn’t hire a capital campaign strategy consultant. Fundraising consultants. Website review.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Non-Profit Management Nonprofits Finance

Heroes Define Philanthropy

Bloomerang

MAY 25, 2023

Philanthropy is Fueled by Daily Acts of Heroism As a fundraising trainer and consultant who’s had the privilege of working with hundreds of nonprofit leaders and their supporters, I can strongly make the case that the philanthropic sector is full of heroes. million non-profit organizations. Let’s consider ten of them.

Philanthropy

Philanthropy Ethics Non-Profits Finance

How Internal Team Dynamics & Dysfunction Derail Fundraising

Veritus Group

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The post How Internal Team Dynamics & Dysfunction Derail Fundraising appeared first on Veritus Group. If you want to be a successful leader, you must hire people with different communication styles, approaches, and opinions.

Fundraising

Fundraising Fundraising Communication Non-Profits

Nonprofit executives: fundraising advice, tips, and exhortations

Fundraising Coach

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

We know in CompassPoint''s recent national survey of nonprofit fundraising , that CEO''s are particularly feeling the pressures of tightening budgets and diminishing fundraising results. Mark Titi got right into the spirit with his post "Would George Washington Applaud Your Fundraising Grit?" Posts to people who work with CEOs.

Non-Profits

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits

How Nervous Is Your Board?

Veritus Group

JUNE 14, 2023

To feel secure in the face of economic uncertainty, leadership must know that fundraisers are working a strategic plan for every donor. The post How Nervous Is Your Board? appeared first on Veritus Group.

Leadership

Leadership Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising

Class of 2023: Support, Skills, Advice Grads Need To Succeed Now

Fundraising Leadership

MAY 19, 2023

However, at private for-profit institutions, males had a higher 6-year graduation rate than females (31 vs. 28 percent).” And of course this can lead to building a more robust pipeline to leadership. And of course this can lead to building a more robust pipeline to #leadership. ” It starts with networking. “

Leadership

Leadership Education Education Universities

7 Wishes for Non-Profit Leaders in 2023

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 3

Trending Sources

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 4

Frustrating Things Non-Profits Do that Hijack Major Gifts: Part 2

The State of Black Women Leadership Is In Danger

How to Write a Case for Support for Your Non-Profit (Part II)

The Call of Leadership Now: BIPOC Leaders in a Syndemic Era

Advice for Starting A New Fundraising Job

The Confusion Around Marketing, Communications, and Fundraising Functions

Is Fundraising Just a Necessary Evil?

3 Quick Ways to Double Your Online Fundraising Revenue

For the Love of Humankind: End of Year Fundraising for Community impact

Leaders, Are You Standing in the Way of Bigger Gifts?

How to Create a High-Performing Non-Profit Team

Six Skills to Look for When Hiring a Fundraiser Without a Fundraising Background

Translating skills from the for-profit world to non-profit

Checklist for Hiring a Fundraising Consultant or Agency

Great News: Women & Minority Owned Small Businesses Succeeding Now

The Hollow Prize for Leaders of Color

Putting the FUN in Fundraising: What Our Most Successful Clients Have in Common

5 Digital Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2019

Get Rid of KPIs and Manage!

[Webinar Recap] How to Crush Your #GivingTuesday and Year-End Campaign

Driving Nonprofit Growth with Data with Stu Manewith

15 nonprofit books to inspire your New Year’s resolutions?

The Colors Co-op Experiment: Learning the Right Lessons from Our Failure

The 10 Biggest In-Person Ask Blunders

Why Most Fundraising Is Ineffective

[PODCAST] The Cost of Poor Nonprofit Leadership | Ft. Marc Pitman

Mixed Links for Nonprofit Communicators – December 14, 2018

How Fundraisers Can Reconcile the Competition that Exists Between Your Donors’ & Administrators’ Hero Stories

Beyond Fundraising Metrics: How Great Managers Get Results

How Your Nonprofit Can Use Web Engagement Data

How Water.org Adapted Their Social Media Content Strategy in Response to COVID-19

A 10 Step Guide to a Throwing a Successful Fundraising Event

Why Your Fundraisers Will Leave You

5 Tips To Help Your Nonprofit Receive MacKenzie Scott Funds

5 Things to Know Before Hiring a Nonprofit Web Consultant

Heroes Define Philanthropy

How Internal Team Dynamics & Dysfunction Derail Fundraising

Nonprofit executives: fundraising advice, tips, and exhortations

How Nervous Is Your Board?

Class of 2023: Support, Skills, Advice Grads Need To Succeed Now

Stay Connected