Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 8, 2013

These reports are, however, some of the most valuable in terms of insight, useful and practical data, and how-to advice. 3) Giving USA 2012: Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2011 :: Download. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please post the name and a link to the report in a comment below.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Todays question comes from a nonprofit supporter who wants advice on how and when organizations should acknowledge nonprofit supporter input: Dear Charity Clairity, As a major supporter at a number of charities, Im becoming increasingly frustrated with the dismal lack of personal interaction I have with these organizations.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

These reports are, however, some of the most valuable in terms of insight, useful and practical data, and how-to advice. 6) Giving USA 2012: Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2011 :: Download. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please post the name and a link to the report in a comment below.

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Social Media Mobile Communication Media 261

Candid

JUNE 7, 2023

As a member of Generation Z (Gen Z), or today’s 11- to 26-year-olds, I have been curious about the advice given to nonprofits on capturing younger audiences’ attention. To answer these questions and put experts’ advice to the test, I decided to ask my peers. For example, our preference for video content rings true.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

These reports are, however, some of the most valuable in terms of insight, useful and practical data, and how-to advice. 2) Giving USA 2012: Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2011 :: Download. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please post the name and the link to the report in a comment below.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Holmes, an educational programming manager at Candid, and Kate Tkacik Sweeney, Candids senior director of development, offer advice. Elisha Smith Arrillaga, the Center for Effective Philanthropys vice president of research, writes, however, that more multiyear funding, deeper relationship building, and shifts in mindsets are needed.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2013

These reports are, however, some of the most valuable in terms of insight, useful and practical data, and how-to advice. 8) Giving USA 2012: Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2011 :: Download. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please post the name and a link to the report in a comment below.

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Social Media Mobile Communication Media 252

sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2023

The Role of Trust-Based Philanthropy The growing interest in giving larger, unrestricted—and in many cases multi-year— commitments reflects a widening embrace of “trust-based philanthropy” (TBP) among select funders. Solicit and Act on Feedback: Philanthropy doesn’t have all the answers. So, how can funders assist here?

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DonorDock

JANUARY 7, 2025

They share their journey from university colleagues to founders of a media ecosystem centered around philanthropy and generosity. The episode delves into practical advice for nonprofit leaders, emphasizing donor engagement and the long game of building movements.

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Hands on Fundraising

JANUARY 24, 2023

So you’ve been reading good advice, like this piece in Philanthropy Daily… or this, more succinct, advice from my friend Denisa Casement: So now what? You’re feeling a little nervous about the economy. And you’ve been planning for this year. How to maximize your fundraising results so you can keep doing your good work?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 1, 2013

These reports are, however, some of the most valuable in terms of insight, useful and practical data, and how-to advice. 3) Giving USA 2012: Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2011 :: Download. If you would like to suggest a report be added to the list, please post the name and a link to the report in a comment below.

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Social Media Mobile Communication Media 220

Bloomerang

JANUARY 10, 2025

Todays question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on the pros and cons of public donor listings: Dear Charity Clairity, There has been some concern about the fact we have our $1,000+ donors listed on our website. Or do you find major gift philanthropy is boosted when you promote and list gifts at leadership giving levels?

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3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 30, 2014

Next problem, the fundraising advice. A recent Third Sector Labs survey of fundraising advice showed us that 80% of expert advice focused on content, messaging and materials. Less than 5% of the advice focused on technology and/or data. Yet all fundraising appeals and campaigns start with data.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether it’s a good strategy to include your impact report with your appeal mailing: Dear Charity Clairity, We have started mailing quarterly impact reports to those midlevel and major donors who aren’t emailable, and emailing otherwise. Emails don’t last.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Todays question comes from a nonprofit leader who wants metrics and advice on how to justify and calculate fundraiser salaries: Dear Charity Clairity, I am looking for some updated industry standards for fundraising metrics around staff positions. The organizations culture of philanthropy (or lack thereof).

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Here''s one more piece of great advice from Eli Broad''s book, The Art of Being Unreasonable : "Philanthropy isn''t just a pursuit for the wealthy. Philanthropy is about involvement. Pick your issue, work at it, and do your best to make things happen.

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sgEngage

JUNE 14, 2021

The story of philanthropy as multi-cultural people experience it is not being told. Today’s guest, Dr. Tashion Macon, is setting out to change the narrative and add nuance and truth to help evolve the philanthropy sector. Advice for organizations that want to adopt a more diverse approach to fundraising strategies.

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 31, 2011

He’s been on the staff of Community Shares for three years now and drives the traditional and new media outreach to inspire philanthropy in Colorado. . How do you define e-philanthropy and how does MCP align with that vision? Jason is the Media Director and My Colorado Project Manger for Community Shares of Colorado.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 14, 2012

Here's one more piece of great advice from Eli Broad's book, The Art of Being Unreasonable : "Philanthropy isn't just a pursuit for the wealthy. Philanthropy is about involvement. Pick your issue, work at it, and do your best to make things happen.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Now, there was a real urgency to the conversation—he was calling (the first week of December ) because he needed to act quickly on my earlier advice. We did the philanthropy architecture for them well in advance as they negotiated the details of the sale. Last year, I worked with a family selling their business.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2022

While Kevin and I offered advice on one of our favorite topics, Association 4.0 Tiffany is Executive Director of the Country music Foundation and Vice President of Industry Relations and Philanthropy for CMA. Non-dues revenue is a hot topic in any business climate. Leadership.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2012

WiserEarth has just launched a new site called “ Wiser Givin g” with a mission is to make smart philanthropy simple by helping you make better philanthropic decisions by offering hands-on strategy tools, information, and advice from friends and experts. The site features a unique tool, WiserGiving Style Quiz ?,

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Candid

JANUARY 2, 2024

Philanthropy back to the drawing board: Shaping a Future Agenda , by Philanthropy Europe Association (Philea)  In the face of ever evolving and mounting crises, this book by Rien van Gendt urges philanthropy to stop looking to the past for answers. Here we highlight some of the most popular publications from 2023. 

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Looking for philanthropy focused reading? Check out these book recommendations from GivingCompass or pre-order your copy of Robert Reich’s Just Giving: Why Philanthropy Is Failing Democracy and How To Do Better. It provides advice on how to develop a theory of change and what can or should be measured.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 18, 2017

The word philanthropy is derived from the Greek meaning “love of humanity”. Enter: A Culture of Philanthropy. Underdeveloped defines a culture of philanthropy as a set of organizational values and practices that support and nurture development within a nonprofit organization. Sponsored by Blackbaud Institute.

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Robert Weiner

FEBRUARY 25, 2009

Today’s entry comes from the Chronicle of Philanthropy, which published When Characters Count: Advice for Charities on Making the Most of Twitter. Every day it seems like there’s a new article on how nonprofits and businesses can use Twitter for engagement, activism, marketing, and fundraising.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Levey Philanthropy professionals who work on behalf of hospitals listed major donor development, retention and upgrades and refilling the donor pipeline as their top three fundraising priorities, according to a new study. Image from Digitalhealthstrategies.com By Richard H.

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3rd Sector Labs

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Let me offer one piece of advice: let’s not get distracted by the story and instead focus on the epilogue – the Ice Bucket Epilogue: it’s about the data. Recently, the Chronicle of Philanthropy asked on its front page “ Is Raising Visibility a Waste of Time? Discussion and debate. million new donors.

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3rd Sector Labs

MAY 14, 2014

Fundraising data analytics is becoming more popular – and more necessary in today’s philanthropy marketplace. Well, our best advice is “ Don’t let the show stop!” We hear about it, we read about it, we think about it more than ever. It’s a show-stopper. ” What is fundraising data analytics?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Todays question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to increase donor-advised funds: Dear Charity Clairity, Ive been hearing a lot about donor-advised funds as a growing source of philanthropic dollars, but Im not sure how to go about leveraging some of this money. Your job, as a philanthropy facilitator , is to help them!

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

Nonprofit professionals working in this sector of philanthropy cite a strong belief in their organization’s mission and daily activities as critical to continuing to make an impact, even in challenging times. This desire to help others is also expressed in the philanthropy of those practicing Islam. Pandemic Impact.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 4, 2022

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on best practices around sharing tax information with donors. Dear Not a Tax Lawyer, While it’s not your job to be your donor’s financial or legal advisor, it is your job to be their philanthropy facilitator. Dear Charity Clairity, . Not a Tax Lawyer.

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Have Fun - Do Good

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

In her post on eJewish Philanthropy , How to Write a Powerful Fundraising Appeal: A Lesson from Keshet , Gail Hyman posts a long list of tips including: Tip 3: Use a personalized greeting (i.e. What other advice and/or resources do you have for my first-time fundraiser friend? Tip 1: Be warm and friendly. Tip 2: Tell stories.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 21, 2011

After all, any great idea needs a vote of confidence, great advice and an infusion of cash to have a large-scale impact! I remember the event well: it was a rare speaking engagement by Bill Gates in 1999 when Gates was starting to shift into philanthropy in a big way. But, Robert wasn’t just about giving me advice.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Alison Fine , my Networked Nonprofit co-author, is crowdsourcing suggestions and advice on making a Giving Season actionable. The transcript is here ) The online conversation about how to host successful giving days continues today with an online chat at the Chronicle of Philanthropy. … Read More Fundraising Philanthropy'

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Candid

JUNE 26, 2024

This book offers actionable strategies and a channel-by-channel approach to online fundraising, offering advice on topics ranging from enhancing communications to building a funnel campaign, as well as the tools needed to thrive in the digital economy. Read Philanthropy News Digest ’s (PND) review.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2024

I was thrilled to have a conversation with Devi Thomas from Microsoft Philanthropies. Devi’s advice: understand the best use case for your organization and how you and your staff work best with the AI. I was thrilled to have a conversation with Devi Thomas from Microsoft Philanthropies.

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