The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 13, 2023

By Drew Lindsay Montana Conservation Corps In a rare move by a grant maker, the Kendeda Fund gave $8 million to 37 groups to boost their cash on hand.

Foundations 74

Foundations 74

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

AUGUST 16, 2018

Ever curious about what communications directors need, I asked two poll questions about where they felt they most needed more examples and inspiration for their own work product. The post Bloggers, Here’s Where Nonprofits Say They Need Your Help appeared first on Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog.

Nonprofits 42

Nonprofits Production Activism Communication 42

NonProfit Hub

MAY 29, 2017

I’m not sure what happens to completely competent business owners when they put on the “donor hat,” but there seems to be a double standard for how I need to run my nonprofit business versus how this donor gets to run her for-profit business. Again, we’re bringing these donor expectations on ourselves. The solution.

Recruitment 60

Recruitment Nonprofits Management Marketing 60

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MAY 15, 2018

The post 4 Ways Executive Directors Need to Help Communications Staff appeared first on Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog.

Communication 43

Communication Leadership Management Nonprofits 43

iMarketSmart

APRIL 14, 2017

But did we really need science to confirm what so many already knew? If you want happiness for a lifetime, help someone else.”. The post Do we really need science to help us raise more money? Abraham Lincoln famously said, “When I do good, I feel good; when I do bad, I feel bad; and that’s my religion.”.

Nonprofit Organizations 45

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Marketing Marketing 45

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 22, 2012

Here’s a way to find the ‘diamonds in the rough’ who can help you out: Look at your list of top donors. Explain to the donor what’s happening with the organization and how they can help. Ask the donor if they would be willing to help address the issue. Identify those people who have given a large gift in the past year or two.

Leadership 56

Leadership Management Nonprofits Fundraising 56

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 22, 2012

Here’s a way to find the ‘diamonds in the rough’ who can help you out: Look at your list of top donors. Explain to the donor what’s happening with the organization and how they can help. Ask the donor if they would be willing to help address the issue. Identify those people who have given a large gift in the past year or two.

Leadership 56

Leadership Management Nonprofits Fundraising 56

Fundraising Coach

DECEMBER 8, 2009

These men and women challenge your thinking, inspire your activities, and help teach best practices. Ready for you whenever you need it, wherever you are in the world. But now, they need our help. Whether or not you’ve used this resource, you can help them reach even more fundraisers. How do they do this?

Foundations 60

Foundations Activism Fundraising Fundraising 60

The Agitator

OCTOBER 12, 2011

But I would add, unless you’re ready to zero in on a specific challenge, in which case, get the targeted experience/expertise you really need. And she makes a good point … begin with independent assistance (someone not selling a product). You’re hesitant to try something new in case it doesn’t work.

Fundraising 68

Fundraising Fundraising Production Nonprofit Management 68

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But first, you need to build a solid foundation so your nonprofit will thrive, not struggle. Before you get into the nuts and bolts of planning to start a nonprofit, you have to determine for sure that your nonprofit is needed. Will you: Find homes for dogs in need of families? This will help you gain clarity of mission.

Nonprofit governance and management 111

Nonprofit governance and management Foundations Nonprofits Activism 111

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 27, 2010

You can read my latest post at Causeshift. Thanks to Brian Reich and Scott Henderson for inviting me to join the conversation!

Marketing 124

Marketing Marketing 124

Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

Fortunately, data can help you make good decisions during uncertain times. Each of these industries needs to study an aspect of their output to see how it performs and decide if they need to change. Leveraging data during uncertain times will help you lead more confidently and succeed no matter what happens.

Manufacturing 99

Manufacturing Retention Retail Healthcare 99

Ann Green

MARCH 28, 2024

You’ll also make some much-needed improvements to your infrastructure and donor communication. Here are a few suggestions to help you get started. If it’s been a while since you’ve done this, then you really need to do what is known as data hygiene. You may need to make some changes. Be meticulous. I’m not a gardener.

Energy 114

Energy Nonprofits Communication Nonprofit Organizations 114

Clairification

APRIL 8, 2024

Spending all your time on cultivation, assuming folks don’t need an ask and will simply give spontaneously as a result of being wooed. SECOND: Donors need to be asked because when they’re not, they don’t know how much you need their help. Both of these rationales short-change your would-be donors.

Fundraising 118

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Psychology 118

Bloomerang

MARCH 22, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether they should hire a development consultant: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m a one-person development shop, wondering if I should hire a consultant to help with some of the work that’s not getting done. I need to make the case for this to my boss. Can you help?

Recruitment 100

Recruitment Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 100

Ann Green

APRIL 11, 2024

Here’s what you need to do. Think about what your donors want You need to include content that will interest your donors. Your donors want to hear about how they’re helping you make a difference for your clients/community. If a majority of them prefer print, then you need to find a way to accommodate them.

Food 117

Food Nonprofits Retention Foundations 117

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Shared leadership helps organizations find the skills they need and can be an answer to candidates' demand for greater work-life balance. Shared leadership helps organizations find the skills they need and can be an answer to candidates' demand for greater work-life balance.

Leadership 139

Leadership Nonprofits 139

Pam Moore

APRIL 7, 2024

Help they see and clearly understand the WHY AI and innovation matter for your team and your business. Help them understand the potential for growth, efficiency, and innovation that lies ahead. Empower Through Education: Equip your team with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in the digital age. 🧠 8.

Culture 78

Culture Technology Collaborations Education 78

Pam Moore

APRIL 2, 2024

Top 10 AI Marketing Strategies You Need to Know In today's digital age, innovation is at the forefront of every successful marketing strategy. Increased ROI: By optimizing campaigns and identifying the most effective strategies, AI helps marketers maximize their return on investment. The key is to not get overwhelmed.

Marketing 78

Marketing Marketing Technology Production 78

Nonprofit Fixer

APRIL 22, 2024

You know the ones: where you feel pulled in too many directions by board members, funders, staff, and the very real community needs you’re committed to. What is needed is trust. But our world is constantly adapting, as are stakeholders and their needs. We need to constantly adjust and grow to maximize the benefits of our work.

Nonprofit Leadership 111

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Fundraising Fundraising 111

The Charity CFO

APRIL 26, 2024

So what happens after you’ve found a few firms that offer the services you need? An accountant without nonprofit experience may need weeks or months to learn the ins and outs of nonprofit accounting before they can start helping your organization. How did your financial strategies help the financial health of an organization?

Nonprofit Accountability 52

Nonprofit Accountability Finance Nonprofits Ethics 52

Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

Recognizing both the positive and negative potential of this now ubiquitous technology, organizations need to embrace AI responsibly. Setting a framework for AI use At Candid, we acknowledge AI’s value in helping us improve the ways in which we support the social sector through information.

Technology 105

Technology Ethics Associations Collaborations 105

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

You Need to Fix Your All or Nothing Email List Advanced Email Engagement for Nonprofits: Use Zero-Party Data How Nonprofits Can Collect More Zero-Party Data or Email Marketing 3. Here is some additional advice: Six Messaging Options for Email Re-Engagement Campaigns Need Proof That Inbox Providers Are Checking on Engagement?

Marketing 84

Marketing Marketing Nonprofits Health 84

Candid

APRIL 16, 2024

reported for “informal helping.” The inclusion of awareness raising and “working with others” suggests a need for social connections in the wake of a pandemic, school closings, police violence, campus shootings, and other trauma. “At But grantmakers need not create a new program to fund youth service programs, noted Weatherford.

Leadership 98

Leadership Foundations Activism Collaborations 98

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

To be successful, groups need to encourage interaction among workers and help managers learn how to supervise employees they don't see everyday. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images To be successful, groups need to encourage interaction among workers and help managers learn how to supervise employees they don't see everyday.

Fundraising 115

Fundraising Fundraising Management Nonprofits 115

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 10, 2024

So our challenge is really working with different stakeholders to develop some more robust funding mechanisms and operations; for instance…what kind of credit facilities can we work with stakeholders to create that help us take [more] housing off the speculative market? The need for food sovereignty is urgent, to hear Samad tell it.

Food 112

Food Medical Community Development Finance 112

Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

These green flags—crowdsourced from Candid’s social media followers and staff—can help you demonstrate that credibility. 1. So, writing about what you need (e.g., Funders want to understand that investing in your organization will directly help the cause—and the people—that you both care deeply about. You

Education 111

Education Education Management Nonprofits 111

CNPE

APRIL 10, 2024

These 3 classes help board members be more effective - and more willing to serve! We invite new board members onto our team because they have valuable skills that our organizations need. But too often we don't spend enough time helping them translate their experience into effective board work.

Finance 98

Finance Governance Fundraising Fundraising 98

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 18, 2024

With so much fuel for change and so much money to spend, what’s coming up short in philanthropy, and what needs to be done? Organizationally , efforts to enhance internal healing practices, although vital, need to be balanced with a focus on devising strategies that maximize external impact and operational effectiveness.

Philanthropy 131

Philanthropy Public and Social Policy Foundations Health 131

Candid

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This includes asking questions such as: “To what extent have we met your needs?” When you hear directly from clients, you can better tailor services to their needs and preferences, which, in turn, helps increase client retention and impact. or “What could we be doing better?” Is a 4 on a 5-point scale typical or superlative?

Organizational Change 128

Organizational Change Nonprofits Poverty Retention 128

The Charity CFO

APRIL 24, 2024

This list will be the starting point for your KPIs, since you’ll want to choose metrics that help you reach these goals. This list will be the starting point for your KPIs, since you’ll want to choose metrics that help you reach these goals. To perform an audit, you’ll need to consider your current data sets.

Nonprofits 52

Nonprofits Finance Retention Nonprofit Accountability 52

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Reeling from the news of the war atrocities in Israel, philanthropies with close ties to the country pledged to help with immediate needs, trauma response, and more. Reeling from the news of the war atrocities in Israel, philanthropies with close ties to the country pledged to help with immediate needs, trauma response, and more.

Philanthropy 113

Philanthropy 113

Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

For small or lesser-known nonprofits to fundraise successfully, they need a strategy focused on increasing public visibility and cultivating long-term and diversified funder relationships. You need to ensure that funders can find you online and learn about your work. Here are some steps to get started.

Fundraising 111

Fundraising Fundraising Foundations Nonprofits 111

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 3, 2024

For advocates of converting tenants into building owners through cooperatives and related strategies, if you want to think big, it often helps to think small first. For advocates of converting tenants into building owners through cooperatives and related strategies, if you want to think big, it often helps to think small first.

Values 116

Values Public and Nonprofit Management Construction Finance 116

Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

If you’re starting a new nonprofit, you already know that you need to raise money. What this means is that over time, your fundraising approach should change to meet the needs of your growing organization. That means you need a fundraising plan template that meets YOUR needs, plays to YOUR strengths, and helps you reach YOUR goals.

Fundraising 111

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management 111

Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 1, 2023

While a strong retention strategy encompasses more than just pay and benefits, you may want to start by re-evaluating your compensation philosophy and approach with the help of an experienced compensation consultant. FAQ #3: How do I know if my organization needs compensation consulting services?

Nonprofit Organizations 105

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Law Retention 105

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 10, 2024

Clearly, we needed to bridge these gaps to move forward together. We need to align our strategies, so we’re not just busy but actually productive and impactful. helps everyone see the bigger picture and understand how each of you may be on different boats, but are all under the same banner. Sound familiar?

Collaborations 90

Collaborations Communication Public and Nonprofit Management Marketing 90