Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Picture this: You’re a mid-size nonprofit with a tight budget. You’re doing your best to engage your employees and compensate them for the value they bring to your organization, but many leave after working with you for only a short amount of time. So, what do you do? FAQ #2: What does a compensation consultant do?

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NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 4, 2024

An essential conversational skill is knowing the difference between calling forward and calling out. This article will help you learn how to have big conversations when you see or experience someone acting from a state that is causing harm. Think of the last time your partner or a family member said something that triggered you.

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Nonprofit Fixer

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Have you ever wondered how to find and hire an interim executive director for your nonprofit? In the nonprofit sector, we don't talk much about interim executive directors. I recently had the privilege of interviewing Richard Burns, who has more experience serving as an interim executive director than anyone I know.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” It’s a burning question so many nonprofits have, and to be honest, I can’t say that I blame them! Think about it: what could your nonprofit do right now with a $5,000 check?? (I That clarity will save you a ton of time and effort. A Grant is What We Need (or is it?)

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

So, a year-end fundraising goal and plan is important for nonprofits to take full advantage of donors’ kindness. In fact, recent research shows that a quarter of annual nonprofit revenue is raised in the month of December. After over 20 years of fundraising, consulting, and teaching nonprofits across the U.S.,

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

But I don’t hear the more important question: “How do I know the grant is right for me?” Grant funding is great, but often comes with requirements such as financial tracking of the award, measuring the program, reporting to the funder, and more — so look before you leap ! First, let’s start with the most basic question.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Unfortunately, most nonprofits view thanking donors as an afterthought instead of treating it with the importance it deserves. And that can kill your ability to keep good donors who love the work your nonprofit is doing. Think about it: have you ever had a friend and the only time you heard from them was when they wanted something?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 28, 2024

Congratulations — you found us! Nonprofit marketing and communications is all we do here at Nonprofit Marketing Guide. We focus on the needs of nonprofit marketing and communications professionals and offer community, training, coaching, and mentoring. Ready to get started? It’s free!

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

As a nonprofit professional, you understand that investing in your staff is the best way to develop your organization. These changemakers are on the ground floor pushing initiatives forward, so you want your work environment to support their growth. While some skills are innate, many nonprofit management skills can be taught.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 16, 2023

When you hear the words “Nonprofit Board Meeting,” what comes to mind? How do you feel? I’m willing to bet I know the answer. VERY rarely does the thought of a Board meeting make you feel excited, hopeful, or positive. If you had one big complaint about your typical nonprofit Board meeting, what would it be?

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 22, 2024

Your nonprofit’s charity golf tournament has a unique appeal to sponsors. But pitching a sponsorship—even if you have strong relationships with local businesses and companies—can feel daunting. Start by creating sponsorship tiers that allow businesses of all sizes and budgets to support your tournament.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 27, 2023

Nonprofit budget. And way too many small nonprofits operate without one. A nonprofit budget can bring so many positives: Finances are much easier to manage because you know what expenses and revenue to expect. If you want to grow your nonprofit, a budget is not optional. Use real numbers.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 24, 2024

A key performance indicator (KPI) is a data metric you can use to gauge the overall success of your nonprofit organization. You can use KPI data to track your organization’s performance in various areas, such as finance or operations. Let’s explore how you can define your nonprofit KPIs and some examples of common metrics.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Year-end fundraising season is starting to get underway. Speaking of appeal letters, you should plan to send one by mail. I know email is easier and less expensive, but people respond better to mail and it’s well worth the investment. Some donors will respond to the first appeal, but most are going to need a few reminders.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

It started December 21st with a bitter winter storm: Winds, snow, and record cold temperatures swept across the United States and Canada. Thanks to a combination of the storm’s effects and outdated technology, Southwest Airlines (SWA) started canceling the first of what would become almost 17,000 flights over the next week or so.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 8, 2024

I had worked for many different types of organizations, made significant impacts (and some mistakes), and I understood what it takes to lead a team and execute strategy. I had worked for many different types of organizations, made significant impacts (and some mistakes), and I understood what it takes to lead a team and execute strategy.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 4, 2023

You may have started working on your appeal, which is great. I highly recommend creating a thank you plan , which will help you show gratitude before, during, and after a campaign. Your donors deserve a stellar thank you. The problem is most thank yous don’t come anywhere close to being stellar.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 29, 2023

Here are some other definitions of freedom ( www.merriam-webster.com ): Being released from something onerous The quality of being frank, open, or outspoken Boldness of conception or execution Unrestricted use You know, several of those make me think of fundraising. The work we do in the nonprofit world matters.

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Ann Green

APRIL 29, 2024

Is your nonprofit poised for long-term growth? Check out these future-proof nonprofit fundraising strategies based on today’s top philanthropic trends. As a nonprofit professional, you know this all too well and likely implement all kinds of cost-saving and efficiency-boosting practices into your work.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director and Founder at iMission Institute – a social sector marketing agency and technology consulting firm specializing in helping nonprofits raise more money, fire up engagement, and streamline work. If there’s some limitation you experience, there’s a good chance it will be addressed in the future.

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The Charity CFO

MARCH 28, 2024

Your nonprofit accounting system might not be the most exciting part of your organization, but it’s one of the most important aspects. An effective accounting system helps you stay in compliance with tax and legal regulations–helping you maintain your exempt status. However, effective accounting isn’t just about following rules.

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Candid

JANUARY 30, 2023

Your nonprofit’s brand is an important tool for communicating your mission to supporters and earning their trust. But what if you decide to rebrand your nonprofit? Rebranding can be used to improve public perception of a nonprofit’s organization, but it’s a major decision and significant project to undertake.

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Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Once you’ve established a new nonprofit , one of your first considerations will likely be fundraising. After all, the only way you can fulfill your organization’s mission is if you can bring in the funding you need to support your programs and initiatives.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Do you have an idea for an organization that will bring good to the world and serve a charitable purpose? 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. There are over 1.8

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2024

Typically, when you make a solicitation, you hear one of three responses: “ Yes ,” “ No ,” or “We need more time.” But a genuine quagmire can be when you don’t hear back from the donor prospect at all. It’s impossible to move ahead without them knowing, liking, and trusting you.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MAY 18, 2023

But I know taking off work can be stressful especially if you are a department of one. I am out of the office this week too so I am sharing 7 things you should do before you leave to make life easier on yourself (and everyone you work with). Let them know who they should contact while you are gone.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Nonprofit organizations offer a unique way for the kids in your children’s ministry to practice life application. Getting behind a nonprofit cause can actually support their faith when they serve others and work to better their community. This acts as a ripple effect, spreading awareness and support of a nonprofit’s mission.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Fundraising burnout is real and it’s killing too many small nonprofits. And what you’ll find at the core is “do it all” syndrome. You are managing your organization, coordinating volunteers, handling all the marketing and fundraising tasks, making sure programs are running, and maybe even sweeping the floors. I KNOW you.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

Just like anything else, you need a plan for fundraising online. With so many tools available, it’s easy enough to start an online fundraiser. If you want your online fundraiser to pack some punch, you need to plan for it. In short, you need to build a CAMPAIGN.

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 9, 2024

Nonprofits, associations, and other organizations with membership programs work tirelessly to create meaningful experiences for their supporters and communities. Organizations often need multiple revenue streams to successfully organize events, connect with members, and run day-to-day operations.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

If you haven’t even started thinking about it yet, don’t panic. You still have time, but you need to get on it now. Before You Start on That Fundraising Letter… Before you start filling in the blanks in that fundraising letter template, get your ducks in a row.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 11, 2023

When most people think about funding a nonprofit, they think they should look for grants. But, growing a nonprofit so you can fulfill your mission means having a fundraising plan with diverse revenue streams. One of those sources can be grants, and you should go after all the grant money you can. Time is important.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to persuade leadership to get donor thank-you letters out sooner: Dear Charity Clairity, I just took a new job and have discovered they don’t get thank you letters out for two weeks. But I can’t persuade them we need to speed this up.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

In a previous blog post , I wrote about how bundling your donor communications can save your nonprofit time and money. In this blog post, I’ll share how you can begin doing just that. You can bundle your donor communications in two ways: going all in or bundling in batches. Set aside time to plan your bundles.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Traditional vs. holistic It’s unclear how many nonprofit consultants and consulting firms are currently operating in the United States, but by a quick Google search it appears to be hundreds. There are numerous articles on different types of nonprofit consultants and their specific niches of how they serve nonprofits.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

You know this, and so does the general public. Nonprofits rely on donations and unless you are independently wealthy and able to self-fund your organization, you’ll need to share with folks a request for donations. Listen, starting a nonprofit is NOT a “build it and they will come” activity.

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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. What are advisory committees? Define the advisory committee’s focus.

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