The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Donor Feedback
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 5, 2025
Has your nonprofit asked your donors for feedback regularly? If you're shrugging off donor feedback, you're likely losing fundraising revenue.
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Why a Nonprofit Needs a CRM
Affnetz
JUNE 4, 2025
Not-for-profit leaders might ask why a Nonprofit needs a CRM. A Customer Relation Management (CRM) System is typically associated with for-profit enterprises. In this sense, a CRM is defined as , technology systems companies use to manage their external interactions with customers at all points during the customer lifecycle, from discovery to education, purchase, and post-purchase.
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The Charisma Trap: How to Choose A Leader Who Delivers
Joan Garry
JUNE 4, 2025
Charisma might get someone in the door but it wont keep them there. When boards prioritize charm over qualifications, they risk overlooking the leader their organization truly needs. Glennda Testone shares five characteristics to look for when hiring a leader. The post The Charisma Trap: How to Choose A Leader Who Delivers appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
5 Key Findings From Our Nonprofit Technology Survey
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 4, 2025
The Chronicle of Philanthropy survey reveals a sector at a crossroads, where organizations that can afford to modernize are pulling ahead, while those that can't fear being left behind. By Sara Herschander Matthew Laznicka for The Chronicle of Philanthropy The Chronicle of Philanthropy survey reveals a sector at a crossroads, where organizations that can afford to modernize are pulling ahead, while those that can't fear being left behind.
From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter
Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage
This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.
What Nonprofits Need to Know About the July 2025 Postal Rate Increase
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 2, 2025
Heres what upcoming postal rate hikes mean for your nonprofit and how you can keep your direct mail program both effective and affordable.
Comment on It’s Time to Stand Up and Speak Out by Stacy James
Amy Eisenstein
JUNE 4, 2025
Antisemitism, hate, and extremism are escalating. This is a personal plea to speak out, take a stand, and choose courage over silence.
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I Am a Gay Man and a Foundation Chief. Here's How I Find Unlikely Allies
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2025
Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and isolated from average Americans, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation. By Brad Clark Illustration: Elizabeth Haugh/The Chronicle of Philanthropy; Shutterstock. Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and ineffective in tactics, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation.
Report Shows Link Between Social Impact Organizations’ Tech Use, Fundraising Revenue Growth
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 2, 2025
"The Status of Fundraising in the AI Era" report found nonprofits that integrate technology are more likely to report revenue growth.
Comment on It’s Time to Stand Up and Speak Out by Alyson Molloy Hussey
Amy Eisenstein
JUNE 4, 2025
Thank you for this heartfelt and important message. I appreciate your courage and vulnerability. I will not stay silent and I will share this post.
Introducing April 2025’s Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Cohort
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JUNE 3, 2025
The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance is proud to introduce April 2025s Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Professional Track cohort! This group of nonprofit professionals have begun their six-month journey, participating in one of only four cohorts offered annually. Meet the Participants The April CNP Professional Track Cohort is composed of 78 nonprofit professionals, bringing together a group committed to making a positive impact on society.
A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?
Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business
For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Can a Shift From 'Slacktivism' Win Over Gen Z?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 2, 2025
Nonprofits are giving young Americans meaningful work and the chance to direct the change they want to see happen. By James Pollard, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) Nonprofits are giving young Americans meaningful work and the chance to direct the change they want to see happen.
How to Boost Association Member Retention: The Database Solution
Affnetz
JUNE 4, 2025
Learning how to boost Association Member retention is a big concern for organization leaders. The logic goes like this: Members will stay if their expectations about being a Member are being met. Yet, do leaders truly know what Members expect and want? Faith in the Value Proposition Associations offer a value proposition to Members that says, If you join, youll receive these valuable benefits.
2025 Email Marketing Statistics for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JUNE 4, 2025
A supplemental post to 101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits , the email marketing statistics listed below can guide your nonprofit in launching and maintaining an email marketing strategy that engages supporters and inspires donors.
Nonprofit Leaders Report Mission-Critical Challenges
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 5, 2025
Nonprofits reported difficulty pursuing their missions amid current political challenges and economic uncertainty, according to the Center for Effective Philanthropy's latest report.
What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
NGOs Gone Wild': House Republicans Target Nonprofits in Hearing
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 5, 2025
Republican lawmakers alleged a "money laundering" scheme funneling taxpayer dollars to Democratic officials. Nonprofit defenders claimed the Trump administration is "weaponizing the federal government" to chill nonprofit activity and speech. By Sara Herschander U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform The mutually provocative hearing was convened by Republican Rep.
Proving ROI for Nonprofit Software
Affnetz
JUNE 4, 2025
Proving ROI for Nonprofit software perplexes leaders of many not-for-profit organizations. In a decision involving considerable costs, calculating the return on investment often proves to be elusive. First, what is the calculation for ROI in this case? One equation is: ROI= ((Gain on Investment Cost of Investment)/Cost of Investment) x 100%) Using a simple example, a gold coin purchased for $2,000 on January 1 is sold for $2,500 on December 31.
The Digital Divide and Climate Disasters
NonProfit Quarterly
JUNE 2, 2025
Image credit: Rinald Rolle on Unsplash In a region still struggling to recover from Septembers Hurricane Helene, heavy rain combined with Februarys melting ice and snow from unseasonably warm temperatures delivered a devastating flood to central Appalachia. The climate disaster was much like the floods that came before it, in 2021 and 2022 , which cut off the region with impassable roads, downed power lines, damaged cables, and internet service loss.
How Gifts-in-Kind Merchandise Can Offset Rising Costs From Tariffs
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 5, 2025
Its difficult to keep track of tariffs without a scorecard. Here's how gifts-in-kind can help alleviate the pressure nonprofits are feeling.
Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
Would You Donate to You?
Clairification
JUNE 2, 2025
Lets flip the script. This week, youre not the fundraiseryoure the donor. For five easy, eye-opening days, youll experience your organization the way your supporters do: what they see, how they feel, and what might be turning them off (or winning them over). Its a chance to spark fresh insights, fine-tune your approach, and build a more donor-centered experiencewithout adding anything major to your to-do list.
From Transactional to Transformational: How Emotional Intelligence Builds Lasting Major Donor Loyalty
iMarketSmart
JUNE 2, 2025
Theres a dangerous myth in fundraising: that success is measured by the number of calls made, visits completed, and dollars raised. But the truth is, metrics dont build loyalty. Emotions do. In fact, most organizations dont have a retention problemthey have a relationship problem. And thats why transactional fundraising, focused on short-term asks, often leads to short-lived donors.
9 Benefits of Sharing GIFs on Social Media (And How to Do It Right)
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JUNE 2, 2025
9 Benefits of Sharing GIFs on Social Media (And How to Do It Right) GIFs have evolved far beyond their meme roots. Theyre now an essential part of brand communication, offering quick, expressive, and highly shareable visual content. Whether youre a national brand or a local service provider, GIFs can elevate your presence across social platforms. This guide breaks down the real benefits of GIFsand how you can use tools (including AI) to make your social media stand out.
What’s Behind that Wall?
Concord Leadership
JUNE 4, 2025
Not many people know that I spent the better part of a year working with my Dad who was a General Contractor. There is a whole BIG story about how that came about, but it remains one of the jobs I am most proud of. We climbed under sheds, onto roofs, and because of a […] The post What’s Behind that Wall? appeared first on The Concord Leadership Group, LLC.
The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
How to Become a Savvy Fundraiser
Nonprofit Leadership Podcast
JUNE 1, 2025
What does it take to become a successful fundraiser in today’s competitive nonprofit environment? In this episode, Haley Cooper, fundraising expert and host of the Lead with Heart podcast, shares key strategies for becoming a savvy fundraiser. Haley discusses the most pressing challenges nonprofit leaders face, such as staff turnover and donor retention, and how to build sustainable fundraising… Source What does it take to become a successful fundraiser in todays competitive nonprofi
Human Resource Director
Anedot
JUNE 3, 2025
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6 Ways OCR Technology and AI Can Improve Data-Driven Campaigns
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JUNE 2, 2025
6 Ways OCR Technology and AI Can Improve Data-Driven Campaigns Running smarter marketing campaigns means leveraging all your data, even the stuff hidden in PDFs or forms. This is where optical character recognition (OCR) meets AI. These tools can unlock buried information, allowing you to analyze and act on it. Discover how combining OCR and AI helps you build truly data-driven campaigns that actually convert.
Nonprofit Radio for June 2, 2025: Storytelling & Local Media
Tony Martignetti
JUNE 1, 2025
Fabiana Melndez Ruiz: Storytelling & Local Media Fabiana Melndez Ruiz reminds us of the value of sound storytelling, and how to get your house in order before you go public with your stories. She shares sound advice on the great value of local media and how to build the journalist relationships that will help … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for June 2, 2025: Storytelling & Local Media → Fabiana Melndez Ruiz: Storytelling & Local Media Fabiana Melndez Ruiz reminds us of t
Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
The unique unimportance of uniqueness in fundraising [PODCAST]
Jeff Brooks
JUNE 5, 2025
Many organizations believe that their uniqueness is the main reason donors will choose them for their charitable giving. Thats a revenue-crushing mistake. Successful fundraising starts where the donor is not in the organizations uniqueness and makes a clear, simple case. Im looking for an organization to support thats completely unique, said no donor, ever.
Assessing the Equitable Inclusion of Marginalized Workers (Blog)
Stanford Social Innovation Review
JUNE 5, 2025
By Sarika Abbi-Patel & Arantxa Sanchez-Cruz Four lessons from a Los Angeles hospital's effort to shift power to community health promoters.
Developing a nonprofit budget: The basics and best practices
Candid
JUNE 5, 2025
Building a nonprofit budget can be intimidating, not only for new projects or organizations but for all nonprofits when the fundraising outlook is uncertain. Yet, a challenging environment makes developing a strong, credible budget even more important. Whether you’re just getting started or putting the final touches on your grant proposal, the resources below can help you refine your budget.
Comment on It’s Time to Stand Up and Speak Out by Barbara Gross
Amy Eisenstein
JUNE 4, 2025
Amy – Your comments support the idea that ‘democracies die in the darkness.’ We must continue to shine a light, speak out, and be present in the face of hatred and blatant discrimination. I believe — though it gets harder everyday — that Americans are better than what is amplified by the media. As always and in all spheres of influence: LEADERSHIP MATTERS.
Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
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