Nonprofit Fixer

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Many nonprofit organizations are swimming in fundraising ideas but are not sure where actually to begin. So it helps to: 1) narrow, 2) prioritize, 3) delegate, and 4) set deadlines. A fundraising plan is a simple written document for how you will achieve your organization’s annual fundraising goals. What is a Fundraising Plan?

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The Charity CFO

MARCH 27, 2024

QuickBooks is a popular accounting software used by businesses and individuals nationwide. As a nonprofit leader, you’ve probably heard of QuickBooks or may have even used it before. And you might be wondering if you can use QuickBooks for your nonprofit accounting.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2023

Today’s question come from a nonprofit leader who wants advice on how to frame monthly gift asks to minimize accounting complications between restricted and unrestricted gifts: . Dear Charity Clairity, At the nonprofit I run, we are considering starting a monthly giving program. – – Mr. Social Entrepreneur.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 13, 2022

In-kind donations help your nonprofit get the resources you need to carry out your programs without asking for more cash. But accounting for in-kind donations presents its own unique challenges. Hopefully you already know a bit about what in-kind donations are and how they help grow your mission. Submit to an annual audit.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 13, 2023

Nonprofit financial management is one of the primary concerns for organizations. Nonprofits are special types of organizations, in both their structure and their purpose. This meaning is the driving force behind what nonprofit organizations do day in and day out. They live in the hearts of many as symbols of good in the world.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 15, 2020

This is the third post in a year-long blog and webinar series called 101 Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. in 2019 and accounts for 8.7% in 2019 and accounts for 8.7%

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Candid

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

For example, in The Battle for the Soul of Capitalism , John Bogle estimated a nationwide ratio to be approximately 280:1 in 2004 (up from 42:1 in 1980). How do U.S. What’s reasonable compensation for a chief executive officer (CEO)? the median compensation among all staff at any given organization). those on the S&P 500).

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 5, 2023

Many nonprofit organizations tend to let their financial management slip on the backburner as they get busy fulfilling their mission. Without a good grasp of your finances, your nonprofit risks: Exposure to fraud. So, how can you guarantee that your organization is not exposed to any of these risks? Collaboration issues.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Relationships evolve, professional development occurs, where we live, what we do, who we see, what we enjoy, how we act… it all changes. So, how can we strategically navigate change? It’s no secret that as a global society we’ve had a few changes thrown at us in the last few years. This is a proactive change.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Between balancing their personal and professional lives and strategizing how to put your organization on the best path forward, your board is incredibly busy. Between balancing their personal and professional lives and strategizing how to put your organization on the best path forward, your board is incredibly busy. Great question!

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Software solutions keep the nonprofit sector in motion. 67% of nonprofits use a constituent relationship management system (CRM) to track donations and manage supporter communications. That’s just the start—nonprofit software tools come in many varieties, offering support for marketing, event planning, form building, and much more.

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Whether you’re a school sports coach, a member of a PTO or booster club, or the manager of a nonprofit sports organization, you understand just how vital fundraising is to keep your team going. In this guide, we’ll cover how software can boost your fundraising strategy in the following ways: Improved organization.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Fundraising apps are helpful tools that drive your nonprofit’s fundraising campaigns by empowering you to pull in more donations, and there are hundreds to choose from. Know What You’re Looking For: 2 Types of Fundraising Apps There are two types of fundraising apps you should be aware of: nonprofit-facing, and donor-facing.

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iMarketSmart

MARCH 4, 2020

It can be overwhelming to figure out what fundraising metrics your nonprofit should track and measure. Let’s focus on 3 simple fundraising metrics you can calculate on your own and should be measuring at your nonprofit. Google search “fundraising metrics” and you’ll find plenty of blog posts and articles.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2022

Your nonprofit is growing, reaching more people and changing more lives, and it’s time to think about hiring staff for your nonprofit. Check out our guide on When and How to Pay Yourself a Nonprofit Salary to get yourself on a path to getting paid. Founders of nonprofits often want their first hire to be a fundraiser.

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Top Nonprofits

MAY 4, 2023

Younger generations of supporters are essential to your nonprofit’s future. To make a strong impression on these supporter segments, consider how you can appeal specifically to younger generations through your nonprofit’s events. Let’s get started! Ski chalet stays with mountain passes and equipment rentals.

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Nonprofit Megaphone

APRIL 7, 2023

Nonprofit organizations are constantly striving to create a positive impact on the world around them. Whether it’s through social services, environmental conservation, or advocacy for marginalized communities, nonprofits are at the forefront of creating a better future for all. The answer lies in metrics and tools.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MAY 24, 2022

While managing a remote team doesn’t come without its own set of challenges, there are also pretty viable solutions. That’s why many great project managing tools can help you plan and assign tasks, set deadlines, track time spent on tasks, make sure everyone is sticking to deadlines and so much more. 7 Tools for Managing a Remote Team.

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The Charity CFO

JUNE 7, 2023

Louis Chapter (AAFA-STL), is about as simple and meaningful as you could come up with. A healthy nonprofit requires leadership, marketing, structure, and of course financial stability to make the impact it sets out to make. We give you expert bookkeeping and accounting support to help your nonprofit thrive.”

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Fundraising Coach

DECEMBER 22, 2014

And I''m thrilled that he''ll be teaching in The Nonprofit Academy in January. He''ll be teaching on How to Write a Successful Non-Profit Fundraising Plan , so I''ve invited him to share a few tips here as well. And you can read about his upcoming webinar, and join the Academy, at: How to Write a Successful Non-Profit Fundraising Plan.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Almost all nonprofit professionals focus their efforts on growth in one way or another, and your team is likely no exception. After all, growth plays a key role in increasing your nonprofit’s impact. The next step is to work hard at your organization to boost revenue so you can expand your programming. Focus on building relationships.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 18, 2015

MomsRising is a nonprofit that uses hashtags right – consistently, persistently, with focus. Hold corporations accountable for fair treatment of women and mothers and for ensuring the safety of their products. How Do You Track the Hashtag? Describe How Your Organization Uses These Hashtags. Hashtags You Use.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 16, 2018

A new year means new resolutions, and for nonprofits that often falls into the category of better fundraising practices. If you’re a nonprofit professional you know what it’s like to drown in excel spreadsheets tracking your supporters, donations, major gifts prospects, and almost anything else. But it doesn’t have to be.

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NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 5, 2022

I share my story here as an unfolding of these energies, followed by an inquiry into how we might use this ancestral knowledge to build healthier organizational and movement cultures. In Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest healing systems, the word doshas refers to the vital energies that animate life. I’m a hothead. until I was not.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MAY 21, 2018

Welcome to the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! Don’t be shy – tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. Here again, I have a twenty-point checklist where I make sure each gift is accounted for and receipted properly.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Nonprofits today are increasingly asked to collaborate. Many fear that with the election results, there will be even greater financial pressure on nonprofits. The philanthropic community has long been calling for nonprofits to reduce the duplication of resources. Does it mean two nonprofit leaders meet for coffee?

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

If you’re brand new to nonprofit accounting, the Chart of Accounts might be the best place to start. Because even if you only have one bank account, bill, investment, or expense, you’ll need one. What is a Chart of Accounts? How to Organize a Nonprofit Chart of Accounts .

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 1, 2023

Starting and growing your organization is a lot easier when you have a nonprofit business plan. Maybe they don’t know what a nonprofit business plan can do to help them. There’s also a common misconception out there that because your organization is labeled a “nonprofit” it doesn’t need to operate like a business.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2010

I made a mistake when I started reading The Networked Nonprofit (Amazon link ) by Allison Fine and Beth Kanter. Allison: In our research we found that all Networked Nonprofits had a way of being that led to a way of doing. Allison: In our research we found that all Networked Nonprofits had a way of being that led to a way of doing.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 10, 2016

Except maybe accountants and people who get epic refunds?) In May, many nonprofits are coming up on the end of their fiscal year and that comes with filling out a lot of tax forms. To meet the IRS’s standards, nonprofits must file an annual report. The IRS provides a chart on their website that lays it out in detail.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Tell us where you’re from, what you do, how the weather is. Elizabeth Abel will explore the role of the board in elevating fundraising activity and discuss effective strategies to recruit, engage, and deploy diverse board members as fundraising ambassadors. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started? Elizabeth: Yes.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 25, 2024

For nonprofit organizations, accounting comes with a lot of complexity. In this case study, we’ll explore real stories of nonprofits who have transformed their organizations by using technology to streamline their financial infrastructure. Let’s meet these organizations. About Vermont Adult Learning Joe Przyperhart, M.S.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Nonprofit strategic planning often gets a bad rap, but time spent mapping out your organization’s future can save you from spinning your wheels, being busy but not effective. When running a nonprofit, there’s so much to do and you’re on the go from morning ’til night. A strategic plan looks ahead up to five years.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 13, 2023

This is especially true in the case of nonprofit fundraisers. There are steps nonprofits can take to prevent turnover , but sometimes people retire or move on to new opportunities regardless of the work environment. And, it sets up the entire organization to successfully participate in fundraising. Your fundraising team!

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Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

If you are ready to turn your board around and increase their comfort level with fundraising, Sabrina Walker Hernandez will show you how! Full Transcript: Steven: All right. Sabrina, I got start time. So is it okay if I go ahead and kick us off officially? Sabrina: Oh, yes, please. Steven: This is great. So thank you, all, for being here.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2021

CFRE will explain how fundraisers can persuade ‘powers that be’ that they should actively promote legacy giving, even (especially) now. Claire Axelrad, J.D., Full Transcript: Steven: All right, Claire, I got 4:00 Eastern. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started? Claire: Absolutely. Steven: All right, cool.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 23, 2023

From the COVID-19 pandemic to structural racism, community-based organizations have always stepped up to fill the gaps and forge new solutions—especially where government is unable, unwilling, or ineffective. We need trust-based governance and what Nonprofit Collaboration Expert Kaile Shilling calls “collaborative impact.”

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