sgEngage

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The short answer: change management. What Is Change Management? Put simply, change management is making sure that the human element is always in the picture as new initiatives are put into play. In change management, leadership addresses these essential questions: What does the team know about the change?

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

As technology continues to evolve, associations face both exciting opportunities and new challenges. Focus on Agility : In a rapidly changing environment, a rigid strategy can hinder growth. Build flexibility into your strategic planning process so that your association can adapt to new trends or challenges with ease.

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.orgSource

MAY 28, 2024

What can we do to ensure they have the skills to understand a challenging landscape and make the wise decisions needed for success? I asked Sue whether she thinks the board’s responsibilities are changing and, if so, are associations up to speed with how boards must function in this new environment? But it’s a two-way street.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Technology, particularly AI, is driving rapid change and presenting associations with an extraordinary opportunity to innovate and lead. Yet, our survey shows that many organizations lack a formalized approach to tackle todays challenges and prepare for tomorrow. The world of associations is at a pivotal moment.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

We surveyed 1,000+ donors and 380+ fundraisers to uncover the hidden challenges impacting donor retention and the small but powerful changes that can make a difference. A common but overlooked retention challenge is lack of reciprocity when donors dont feel recognized or appreciated. Why donors quietly disengage 1.

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.orgSource

MARCH 18, 2025

The board knew change was needed long before he joined, but the scope felt overwhelming. Leverage Your Board Chair as a Change Agent Eshkenazi is quick to credit the strong board chairs who championed governance reforms alongside him. Reflection for Your Association: Is your board chair an active partner in driving change?

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The health and future of the nonprofit sector could be in jeopardy if changes are not made, reveals the "Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector: Annual Review." The report provides a snapshot of the sector, illustrating how donor behavior, staff mental health, public trust, and advocacy are tied together.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 21, 2025

As associations tackle challenges like digital transformation and evolving member needs, knowing where to start can be daunting. These initiatives should address challenges, build on strengths, and enhance the member experience. Promote Ongoing Learning: Invest in training and development to keep your team skilled and adaptable.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This is especially true when discussing with donors a change in leadership at your school, foundation, or nonprofit. If a changing of the guard hasnt happened to your organization yet, it will. Understand That Change Can Feel Like Grief First and foremost, it is vital to recognize that change can be akin to a grieving process.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 31, 2025

I decided that this had to change and since nobody else seemed to be doing anything, I figured it was up to me. Four years later, the project has delivered far more ramps than initially promised and well beyond Reykjavk to additional Icelandic cities, garnering a fitting name change to Ramp Up Iceland. It’s cheap.

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Candid

DECEMBER 23, 2024

But change is on the horizon: Wealthy BIPOC donors are increasingly stepping forward to support social and racial justice movements, creating a powerful force that can transform traditional philanthropy. BIPOC donors can leverage more than their dollars for bold change In 2020, when a group of BIPOC donors learned that only 1.3%

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sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2025

The Greek philosopher Heraclitus is credited with saying, The only constant in life is change. As leaders in nonprofit finance, it’s our job to be prepared for the inevitability of change. How do we prepare for change? How do you communicate the change in your plans, your budget? Why Do Nonprofit Budgets Change?

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In this guide, well dive deeper into four common nonprofit financial management challenges and offer solutions to help you navigate each one. Challenge #1: Limited Resources Nonprofit professionals are always trying to do more with less, whether youre talking about program management, fundraising planning, or organizational administration.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The "State of AI in Nonprofits: 2025" report assessed how nonprofits are leveraging AI to overcome challenges, drive efficiency, and more.

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.orgSource

APRIL 22, 2025

Its leadership that dares to challenge the status quo. Its teams that embrace change instead of fearing it. Be the Case Study Others Want to Read What makes an organization a case study in innovation? Its not perfectionits persistence. And its a culture where progress is celebrated, even when the path forward isnt linear.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 18, 2025

Then, they’ll have to change course two years later; Versus stay with it and figure out what you want to do, even when it’s uncomfortable. So, I’ve been challenging myself in that regard, too: How do I make sure that I am in a setting with younger people? They’ll rush to the next thing and pick the wrong thing.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

This proved to be a challenge. [Photo: Gieves Anderson/Printemps New York] Lendrum says that the team focused on creating lots of flexible areas which can be transformed from season to season, to keep things interesting for guests. But Laura [Gonzalez] was willing to make it work.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 13, 2025

Fundraising can feel like a never-ending series of evolving challenges. Keeping up with the constantly changing landscape of best practices and donor expectations is overwhelming. Individual engagement is down. Donor retention rates are low. How can you adapt? The key is to understand that generosity comes in many forms.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 8, 2025

I wrote a book called, No More Status Quo: A Proven Framework to Change the Way We Change the World , which is essentially a field guide for how to navigate uncertainty, most efficiently and effectively. The lack of inclusion and empowerment in decision-making compounds these challenges.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

This shift means teams can spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time tackling the worlds most urgent challenges. In todays volatile world, rigid plans built on the assumption that nothing significant will change are obsolete. Future Thinking isnt just about staying ahead of the curveits about changing the curve entirely.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 7, 2023

In today's rapidly changing philanthropic landscape, nonprofit organizations face increasing challenges in securing sustainable funding for their missions. While traditional fundraising methods remain important, nonprofits must adapt to new strategies to stay ahead.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Staff transitions are an inevitable part of growth and change at nonprofits, but nurturing donor relationships through these shifts can be challenging. Here are four ways that your organization can limit the negative effects of staff transitions.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 28, 2025

Growth Challenges: Inflexible systems create bottlenecks as organizations expand. The Pathway to Sustained Excellence Associations that embrace digital transformation are positioning themselves to thrive in a fast-changing environment. The Costs of Inefficiency: Wasted Resources: Time and money are consumed by outdated workflows.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

However, expressing tender, sensitive, or risky thoughts and feelings can be trickyhow do you share uncertainty or challenge without undermining the trust and confidence of others? Leaders and managers who share experiences of uncertainty can also create personal connections that can help motivate and inspire others.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 18, 2024

The Community Brands Nonprofit Solutions 2024 Research Study shows successful, forward-thinking nonprofits are leading the change to improve and innovate.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 11, 2025

As a high-performance coach and leadership expert, I spend my time consulting with leaders and their teams, challenging them to do better thinking and extract the value of their collective capacity. Social media serves to reinforce existing beliefs, not challenge them. Heres why: 1. To counteract this, we all need to be more curious.

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Engadget

APRIL 14, 2025

Sony has announced a series of price hikes for the PS5 , blaming "a backdrop of a challenging economic environment, including high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates." Only the PS5 Digital Edition's cost changes in Europe and the UK. " The company last raised PS5 prices across these markets in 2022.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Protect Your Budget : By enhancing member engagement and proving value, AI can help safeguard against financial challenges, budget cuts, and potential layoffs. In a rapidly changing world, embracing AI-driven disruption is not only an opportunityits a necessity. Ready to Take Your Associations Engagement to the Next Level?

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Candid

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Here, we’ll explore the unique challenges these nonprofits face and include expert perspectives from sector leaders. Black-led organizations are poised to drive this change, but only if we are provided with resources and long-term support.” Yet, among the nonprofits they lead, the largest share have budgets of under $50,000.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 16, 2024

While the industry’s landscape is evolving at a rapid pace and every nonprofit is distinct, there are shared challenges and aspirations among you and your peers. Delve into the changing dynamics of nonprofit operations and uncover strategies for success with key insights only available in this report.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2024

TCA is a 2024 Blackbaud Impact Award Winner for The Changemaker Award which recognizes organizations that have embraced new tech capabilities to overcome challenges and deliver transformative results. Despite having limited resources, these organizations were driving real, meaningful change.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 31, 2025

The order was quickly challenged in court and the ultimate impact is not yet clear. But uncertainty and the prospect of change in the federal funding landscape make it particularly urgent for nonprofits to strengthen operations and to keep constituents aware of how they can help.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 24, 2025

Circumstances change, community needs evolve, staff turnover stymies progress, supplementary funding falls through, and leadership priorities shift. Was there a staffing challenge? In the ideal scenario, priorities align, the foundation recognizes the value of the proposed work, and the nonprofit receives a grant award.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 18, 2024

These challenges make sustainable donor support essential for creating lasting solutions. Nonprofit professionals tackle these challenges through creative service delivery and resource coordination. Rural nonprofit professionals stand out by treating donors as true partners in solving local housing challenges.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 6, 2024

(Photo By Deposit Photos) By Marnie Webb From the frontlines of disaster relief to the forefront of technological innovation, civil society organizations are navigating a rapidly changing landscape. As traditional funding models shift and societal needs evolve, nonprofits are being called upon to adapt and innovate to create lasting change.

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Candid

DECEMBER 9, 2024

These areas require substantial, sustained investment to drive measurable change, which institutional funders have the infrastructure to provide. These societal challenges often require immediate action and can see fast returns on investments. Do small, grassroot nonprofits have unique challenges in accessing funding?

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

Maybe you took it out of necessity, maybe it was meant to be temporary, or maybe you thought it would be more challenging than it is. Drop by their desk or invite them for coffee with genuine curiosity about their challenges. It’s about creating an environment where they feel challenged, valued, and genuinely supported.

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