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Building a Digital-First Culture: Why It’s Essential for Associations 

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In today’s increasingly digital world, adopting new technologies is no longer optional for associations—it’s essential. But technology alone isn’t enough. To truly thrive in this environment, associations must focus on building a digital-first culture , where digital thinking is embedded into every aspect of the organization, from member engagement to decision-making and operations.

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The NonProfit Voice Ep 90: How to Become a Responsive Nonprofit to Better Manage Change

NonProfit PRO

Virtuous CEO Gabe Cooper joins the NonProfit Voice to discuss how innovative nonprofits are the most resilient to change and more.

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5 Key Obstacles Holding Associations Back from Analytics Success

Association Analytics

Many associations want to become more data-informed but find themselves hesitating to take the plunge into analytics. It does make sense – non-profit workers have an edict to good stewards of the organization, and need to be careful in the choices they make. During a recent Analytics in Action webinar , Bill Conforti and Merritt Rohlfing of A2 discussed some salient issues that come up when associations consider new tech, and ways around them.

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22 AI Marketing & Fundraising Statistics for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

These AI marketing and fundraising statistics can help your inspire your nonprofit to adopt the use of generative AI for marketing and predictive AI fundraising. To learn more about AI, visit our AI Hub for Nonprofits and earn our Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Marketing & Fundraising.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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How MTSBA improved its advocacy program with real-time data

Nimble AMS

Is your association looking for strategies to improve your decision-making process? Leveraging your data to inform how your organization should approach a situation is a great place to start. Many associations use data-driven decision making to move their missions forward, advance public policy, and enhance advocacy programs. Association management software (AMS) can serve as your organization’s most important tool to help you gather data and inform your decision-making process.

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10 Tips to Make 2025 Data-Informed and Dynamic!

Association Analytics

The post 10 Tips to Make 2025 Data-Informed and Dynamic! appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Some Alerts Are More Important Than Others

NonProfit PRO

PHLYSense is a 24/7 property monitoring and alert solution. Organizations get real-time alerts if water is detected or temperatures reach a hazardous level. The program includes sensors and 24/7 monitoring and support all at no-cost to policyholders with property coverage.

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Boost Your Nonprofit Fundraising with Print-on-Demand Merchandise

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Sponsored by Printful – a print-on-demand company that offers hundreds of customizable products and various services, including Quick Stores , the easiest way to create an online store. As a nonprofit, you’re always looking for creative and effective ways to raise funds and awareness for your cause. In today’s digital world, online fundraising is essential, and merchandise offers a fantastic opportunity to engage your supporters and generate revenue.

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A comprehensive roadmap to donor prospect research in Canada

Charity Village

As a prospect researcher in Canada, you play a pivotal role in advancing the fundraising efforts of universities, charities, and nonprofit organizations. By identifying, researching, and qualifying potential donors, you help secure the critical resources necessary for these organizations to fulfill their missions. To succeed in this evolving field, it’s essential to master a few […] The post A comprehensive roadmap to donor prospect research in Canada appeared first on CharityVillage

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Why your association should avoid these three common pricing mistakes

Nimble AMS

Are you looking for strategies to drive revenue to your association? Rather than reducing product costs and increasing sales, you could reconsider your organization’s pricing strategy. Choosing the right pricing strategy for your association’s services and products can offer powerful results. However, pricing mistakes can set back your organization’s viability, impacting member satisfaction.

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Thankology from Lisa Sargent – a must read

Hands on Fundraising

Do you have a shelf full of fundraising books you’ve skimmed, but not read? Is there always something more pressing to do? Or even the siren call of reading that isn’t about work? I want to share a book that you’ll find delightful and practical today. Yes, Lisa Sargent has written her book. And oh, […] The post Thankology from Lisa Sargent – a must read appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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US Donors Who Budgeted for Charitable Donations Gave Nearly Three Times More

NonProfit PRO

A new survey found that donors who budgeted for donations gave three times more on average than those who didn't have a giving budget.

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Who to Target with Your Planned Giving Program & Why

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As many nonprofits of all sizes now recognize, planned giving represents a significant opportunity to advance their missions. This form of fundraising provides predictable (and often unrestricted) future funding, strengthens relationships with loyal supporters, and builds powerful social proof among your community. Today’s demographic conditions also make planned giving especially worth investing in, as aging generations are poised to pass down record amounts of wealth to their heirs and f

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How to Scale Recurring Giving for Sustainable Growth

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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Best New Leadership Book Of 2024

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Each year, after reading dozens of leadership books I select my pick for “best new leadership book” of the year. For 2024, that book is, Be The Unicorn: Data-driven Habits That Separate The Best Leaders From The Rest , by William Vanderbloemen (founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group). Even though this book came out in late 2023, it is better than any other leadership book I read during 2024, so that is why I choose it.

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What Are “Rage Donations”?

DonorPerfect

How Your Nonprofit Can Turn Anger Into Action Online giving has revolutionized how we react to current events, like humanitarian crises, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and political decisions. Mobilizing your fundraising efforts in response to the news can be a highly effective way to raise money to help those affected, whether your appeal is in […] The post What Are “Rage Donations”?

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From Gig Work to Good Work: How Workforce Policy Can Support Gig Workers

Non Profit Quarterly

Image credit: Getty Images on Unsplash Millions of people in the United States need work that fits around uncertain day-to-day fluctuations, particularly workers who care for children, elders, or others needing caregiving assistance. While governments, foundations, educators, and unions typically focus on job placements as key to improving people’s economic stability, they often overlook individuals who cannot commit to traditional employment schedules.

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Aligning Fundraising & Finance for Greater Impact

NonProfit PRO

Integrating finance and fundraising systems is crucial for organizations to achieve long-term success. It goes beyond just technological improvement—it’s a strategic necessity. Bridging the Gap: Aligning Fundraising and Finance for Greater Success guide walks you through how embracing alignment empowers organizations to focus on their mission and maximize impact.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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5 Ways to Use Your Digital Impact Report as a Marketing Tool

sgEngage

If you’ve done all the work to compile compelling stories, gather impressive statistics, and produce a visually engaging digital report, then why only use that report once? A digital impact report is an amalgamation of components demonstrating your organization’s impact – all your very best evidence of the ways in which you are changing lives for the better.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What’s The Best Way To Revive A Moribund Legacy Society?

Bloomerang

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to energize their legacy giving program: Dear Charity Clairity, We have an on-paper “legacy society” that was started before my time here. Members gave $5000 outright to be a “ member” and the funds are in our restricted fund.

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Bill To Pull Tax Exemptions Headed Back To Congress

The NonProfit Times

(Photo By Deposit Photos) Language that would allow the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury to designate a nonprofit as a terrorist supporting organization and yank its exempt status was tacked to the bottom of a bill in the U.S. House of Representatives that would provide tax relief to Americans held hostage. While the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act (H.R. 9495) was defeated in the House of Representatives, it is back on the table today.

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3 Benefits of Using an Online Fundraising Platform 

CauseVox

In today’s digital world, running a successful fundraiser goes beyond traditional methods; it requires innovative approaches that meet donors where they are—online. Leveraging an online fundraising platform allows your nonprofit to streamline its efforts, connect with supporters more effectively, and make the giving experience easier and more impactful for everyone involved.

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.

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Divisive Politics Tied to Donors’ Reluctance to Give, Survey Finds

NonProfit PRO

A national survey of over 900 U.S. respondents revealed generosity is at risk as political polarization erodes giving habits.

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Retaining First Time Donors this GivingTuesday

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GivingTuesday presents an invaluable opportunity for nonprofits to capture the generosity of first-time, spontaneous givers. These donors, who contribute without prior planning, can be the unsung heroes of your end-of-year fundraising. While they may yet be known to you, you are likely already on their radar. According to a recent report from the Blackbaud Institute , 72% of spontaneous gifts went to organizations with whom the donors were already familiar.

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How To Build Lasting Customer Relationships Using The Triple Fit Strategy

Eric Jacobsen Blog

“It’s time for companies to rethink their growth logic and strategy,” according to Christoph Senn and Mehak Gandhi , authors of the new book, Triple Fit Strategy: How To Build Lasting Customer Relationships And Boost Growth. The authors affirm that there would be much more value if companies no longer operated in a transactional buyer-seller relationship, but instead as a singular team.

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Is There An Inequality Tipping Point for Nonprofits?

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We are facing a future of growing human need. The nonprofit sector is essential to helping to mitigate the impact of climate change on communities around the world. But there are structural problems that create inequality which, in combination with climate change, pose an existential threat to the nonprofit sector itself. Recent news reports suggest that the average global temperature may rise more than 1.5 degrees Celsius in as little as seven years.

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.