Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2021

All of the software programs you use to do your marketing and communications (and fundraising too) are called your martech or your marketing stack. It’s a great idea to review your marketing stack annually to make sure you are. still using everything you are paying for. using what you are paying for to the fullest.

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MNA Association

APRIL 6, 2023

When you started your 501(c)(3) nonprofit , one of the main benefits your organization received was an exemption from paying federal taxes. Depending on your location, the exemption may also apply to state taxes. To help you get started, in this guide, we’ll explain three things every nonprofit should understand before filing taxes.

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Candid

MAY 13, 2021

For instance, investing in an automated program, such as expense management software , can help you save time, yield better results, and increase efficiency. This post discusses the signs a nonprofit should consider expense management software. Managers need to approve them. Running a nonprofit is often a balancing act. .

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 31, 2022

You may also know it as a profit and loss statement or income and expense report. As a nonprofit, you call the difference between revenue and expenses the change in net assets. . As a nonprofit, you call the difference between revenue and expenses the change in net assets. . What’s on the Statement of Activities?

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The Charity CFO

OCTOBER 4, 2022

By taking charge of getting things done, an operations manager helps executive directors focus their energy on the strategic big-picture that will move their mission forward. If you’re looking to enter the world of nonprofit organizations with a background in operations management, you might be wondering how your skills can help you.

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Nonprofit Fixer

JANUARY 13, 2023

In recent years, the phenomenon of “imposter syndrome” has been getting a lot of attention. With a few key mindset shifts, we can finally start to believe that we ARE the leaders our organizations and communities need. What is imposter syndrome at work? But is feeling like an imposter at work really a syndrome?

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Sure, you’ll find overlap between the two roles In many small organizations. And it’s sometimes not clear where the line should be drawn. What is nonprofit bookkeeping? . Do a Google search on nonprofit bookkeeping, and you’ll find page after page of articles on nonprofit accounting. And that’s a problem. Manage payroll .

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

You may be wondering where to focus your fundraising as we emerge from the fog of 2020 and into, perhaps, a less cloudy future when it comes to nonprofit giving trends. No matter what happens in the economy or world, be it war, recession or natural disaster, people who can help DO. Or people simply chipped in what they could.

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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. Here’s what this might look like: A food pantry receives a new walk-in freezer from an appliance store (donation of in-kind goods). Why accounting for in-kind donations matters.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 21, 2021

In the first article of this three-part series, I explored why digital transformation must be an immediate priority and looked at some ways to get there. . Improving the donor experience should no longer be seen as something modest in ambition. . Let’s continue to break these priorities down, moving to pillar #2. .

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 26, 2023

They’re ever busy trying to make a positive difference in their communities, which is why tax filing often comes as an afterthought. You see, a 501 nonprofit corporation is recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS but this doesn’t mean they are exempt from filing taxes. But why is this really important?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2022

Sending an annual appeal letter is one of the most important fundraising initiatives you carry out each year. It’s a chance for you to share your successes, highlight how important a donor’s support has been to your mission, and make a fundraising appeal. . You should also make sure that your formatting helps with readability.

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Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Your nonprofit’s website can play a key role in getting more support for your cause, whether you’re working to combat child hunger in your local community or supporting efforts to preserve endangered species around the world. . In this post, we’ll help you lay a strong foundation for fine-tuning your website.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

It allows you to adopt the latest SEO trends and gain a competitive edge. If your SEO rankings aren’t as good as before, your current strategy may be obsolete. Should you update your SEO strategy? You must pay constant attention to your SEO strategy to achieve the highest ranking possible. Absolutely!

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Pam Moore

MARCH 26, 2019

Why is it then that many franchisors and franchisees shy away from social media and digital marketing in 2019? However, when you do the double click, you see that it's mostly “lip service.” Instead franchisors must think of it as empowerment. Unfortunately, many franchisors are afraid of risk.

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Pam Moore

APRIL 1, 2020

How do you build a brand that is a sweet orange in an online social world of bitter apples? Why is that jingle you hear one time on the radio or TV in the morning stuck in your head all day? Why do you consistently buy one brand over another? Know why you are doing what you do!

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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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NonProfit Hub

MAY 25, 2021

Here’s what you need to know. What is “escheatment”? Increasing escheatment audits and fines encourage remittance to the state rather than attempting to locate the true owners. As an individual, you may have heard about how you can search online databases for unclaimed property in your name.

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Pam Moore

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Did you know that 85% of Facebook users watch video with the sound off? Let's get real about how people are engaging with your content. . Why you ask? Why you ask? They don't know you or your brand and aren't sure if your content is worthy of them actually hitting play. You get the point.

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iMarketSmart

MARCH 15, 2022

If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you already know that major gifts provide the bulk of funding for most large and mid-size nonprofits. So in your quest to grow your major and planned giving fundraising, ask yourself what’s easier and more cost-effective: A: Inspiring a new major gift from a new donor.

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The Charity CFO

MARCH 9, 2022

Do you want your next fundraiser to be accessible for anyone who wants to attend, but don’t know where to start? In this episode, you’ll discover…. What resource every accessible event must have (6:57). So I was really interested to hear a little bit more about, um, your work and what you’re talking about.

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The Agitator

AUGUST 12, 2012

From the audience, Kristin McCurry, founder of Mindset Direct applauded the idea and suggested that a checklist for such an audit be made available to everyone. Tom and I hope you will add to them so we can quickly publish Edition #1 of The Agitator Nonsense Audit. After all ‘nonsense’ is costing you your future.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 15, 2015

But acting hastily to fill the open position may not be in your best interest. Instead, consider this an opportunity to step back and evaluate goals, responsibilities, qualifications and team structure while also being thoughtful and deliberate about what you really need in the role. Don’t Panic. Look Within.

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The Kindful Blog

MARCH 16, 2021

Whether you’re brand new and still waiting for funding or an established nonprofit that needs to cut costs, we understand your budget can be tight. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have the tools you need to operate your organization effectively. There are plenty of free tools you can use instead. Bloomerang.

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The Agitator

JUNE 11, 2013

Mark Breiner, the founder, claims Kids Wish Network has recently completed an IRS audit and “they found no indication of private inurement or conflict of interest with the founders or the board” The IRS does not comment on specific cases.). You can read the sordid details here and here. What gives? million, leaving $3.1

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The Charity CFO

MAY 18, 2022

So rather than trying to define it, let’s look at some guidelines for what financial oversight looks like in real-life. What is Financial Oversight? But before we dig into what those look like, let’s talk about why fiduciary responsibility is such a big deal in nonprofits.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 5, 2022

If you’re like many people, you probably think that there is a single set of accounting rules that every company must follow. . Though both systems use the same numbers, looking at those numbers differently can give you a very different perspective on the state of your finances. So which accounting method is right for you?

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The Kindful Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Perhaps you are one of those people who have a unique solution to solving a problem or filling a need and the drive and ambition to accomplish it. If the problem you are trying to solve or the need you are addressing isn’t a quick fix but instead long range, ongoing and/or escalating, you might consider forming your own nonprofit.

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

You think your information is encrypted… but is it? He helps clients pinpoint where they are most at risk, and the steps needed to secure their data online. Today’s biggest data privacy threat and why it causes such havoc for businesses (5:43). The one question you must ask if you outsource any work or data collection. (31:05).

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The Charity CFO

MARCH 2, 2022

Is this you? “I If you struggle with feeling confident that your books are in order… and don’t know how to tell if they’re in order or not, this episode is for you. If you struggle with feeling confident that your books are in order… and don’t know how to tell if they’re in order or not, this episode is for you.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started officially? . And good morning, I should say, if you’re out on the west coast. And good morning, I should say, if you’re out on the west coast. So we’ve got a true grant expert here to talk about some tips for you. . Rachel: Absolutely.

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Bloomerang

JULY 2, 2021

Kristal Frazier will provide strategies that will empower you to become confident in your next virtual ask. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started? Just barely afternoon if you’re on the East Coast, and good morning if you are out West of the East Coast, I should say. Kristal: Let’s do it.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 27, 2020

your most important fundraisers have been canceled or shifted online, you’re managing a remote team now, board members are growing concerned and the community you serve still needs your help. . But knowing which channels to tap, what your messaging should be, and how to diversify your marketing mix can be overwhelming. .

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Nonprofit Fixer

JULY 23, 2020

Your grant report (or your annual report) is due in a week, and you are struggling to tell a story of all that you accomplished this past year. You had high hopes to have some sexy metrics to report, but you don’t. You know you kicked butt this year, so why don’t the numbers show that?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 19, 2021

As young professionals who have served both as members and staff managers of these groups, Sarah Willey and Corinne Austin will lead you through the research on Next Gen supporters, challenges to anticipate, and steps your organization can take to start a new young friends board from scratch OR to maximize the potential of your existing group.

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