Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 17, 2020

By Sharon Cody , Partnership Manager at Harbor Compliance , a leading provider of compliance solutions for nonprofits. Sharon’s 30+ years in the nonprofit sector have made her passionate about educating nonprofits on the role of compliance as both a best practice and an industry differentiator. Fundraising registration.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 17, 2018

posted by Kristin Harvey ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management student. Nonprofits rely heavily on giving from private citizens to have the funds necessary to carry out their mission and strengthen their communities. The tax law and jobs act (TCJA) presents many changes for nonprofits to consider in 2018.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. Some individual board members may want to start with “easier” tasks like thanking donors, but eventually, they should be directly helping raise thousands of dollars annually.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Part of the job of being a true philanthropy facilitator is showing donors how they might benefit from being a little more generous. Philanthropy” – aka “love of humanity” – works best when everyone wins – your organization, the donor and the community. Let’s review these two giving opportunities of which your donors may not be aware.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 8, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether they can credit a donation in 2023 if the check was dated 2024: Dear Charity Clairity, A donor advised in early December a $20,000 check was mailed to us. The postmark rules.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Although the most popular accounting software products- like QuickBooks and SAP- handle the needs of businesses in many industries, nonprofits have a unique business model and accounting standards and require different features and functionality from accounting software. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

If you are a California-based nonprofit or solicit any donations in California, it’s critical to understand California AB 488 (AB 488). A new law that went into effect in California on January 1, 2023, AB 488 is aimed at improving transparency and accountability in online charitable fundraising. What is California AB 488?

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2021

As a fundraiser, I understand all of these matters impact nonprofits, and the trend is leaning—hard—toward privacy and donor data protection. . To understand where we are, including fundraisers and nonprofits, with donor data protection, we have to take a look at what happened in souring the public on the idea that privacy was dead.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to accept a real estate gift for the first time: Dear Charity Clairity, We have a board member who wants to donate a gift of real estate. My boss wants me to “make it happen.”

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Media Cause

AUGUST 28, 2024

The election cycle impacts charitable giving across the board, but nonprofits deal with a more complex landscape than usual as we enter the second half of 2024. Trust in Nonprofits Maintaining and rebuilding trust remains a priority, with transparency and accountability becoming central to donor relations.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 10, 2023

This renaissance of the medium presents a fantastic opportunity for deeper content to be created and consumed by people interested in the nonprofit world. We hope that you enjoy this summary of great nonprofit podcasts and please let us know if we left some off !

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Candid

MAY 10, 2021

Reprinted from NEO Law Group. After a domestic nonprofit takes the first exciting steps of incorporating and filing its Application for Recognition for Exemption (Form 1023) with the IRS, it may be surprised to find out that it may take the IRS six months, or even much longer, to grant the nonprofit its official tax-exempt status.

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Bloomerang

MAY 29, 2021

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who wants advice on best practices around recording and recognizing in-kind donors. . Dear Charity Clairity, We often receive gifts in kind which are worth a lot of money. — Want to be kind to in-kind.

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Candid

MARCH 16, 2022

Making grants internationally directly from private foundations or donor advised funds to non-U.S. nonprofits requires that funders undertake one of two processes laid out by the IRS: equivalency determination (ED) or expenditure responsibility (ER). In other words, that the organization is the “equivalent” of a US charity.

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Robert Weiner

AUGUST 8, 2012

The following is a compilation of online discussions of faux donors trying to scam colleges, schools, and nonprofits. He has an MBA from [major university] and a law degree from [another major university]. BTW beware potential donors who only correspond using cap lock. Maybe they’re just practical jokes.

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Blue Fox

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Remind Donors of the CARES Act Tax Deductions for Charitable Giving Giving season is upon us, and nonprofits and social impact organizations have been running lean and nimble amid the Coronavirus pandemic. Take the time to inform donors about the CARES Act Tax deduction and see if it boosts your giving season results!

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

When everything is going well at your nonprofit, risk management may not seem like a priority. However, if those challenges eventually arise, a solid risk management strategy can help your nonprofit recover more quickly. Some of the most common nonprofit risks include: Cyber security violations. might occur. Compliance.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

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. However, any new nonprofit needs a strong foundation to thrive. Around 30% of nonprofits cease to exist within 10 years of their founding.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2014

Our lead story in this issue of TechSoup’s Nonprofit Technology News is the creation of the Mobile Giving Alliance that will help charities develop their mobile giving. Help for Charities to Develop a Mobile Giving Campaign. Fund for UNICEF, and United Way Worldwide to bring more mobile technology resources charities.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 25, 2021

Could your nonprofit have thousands or even millions of dollars in assets that it doesn’t even know about? It’s entirely possible, given the tangled maze of laws and processes relating to these unclaimed assets. What does this mean for nonprofits? For businesses and nonprofits, it gets more complicated.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 13, 2024

Your nonprofit needs compelling marketing to engage new and existing supporters to boost brand awareness, cultivate donors, motivate them to volunteer, and more. Many nonprofits across the country see great results from their marketing efforts. Nonprofit Marketing Plan FAQs What is a marketing plan? Contact Us!

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Dear Looking for a Way Forward, Whenever a donor approaches you regarding a gift with conditions, you must ask yourself whether the benefit outweighs the cost. Generally, for a gift to be tax-deductible, the donor must relinquish control over its use.

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Robert Weiner

DECEMBER 19, 2011

As the calendar year draws to an end, charities (and ideally, donors) are focused on year-end donations and tax deductions. charities to keep in mind. When in doubt, contact an attorney who specializes in nonprofit law or contact the IRS for a ruling. ). The nonprofit was notified of the gift on Jan.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2021

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on what to do when you get notified of an estate gift of which you were previously unaware. . You’re right to take a proactive role in ensuring your donor’s wishes are fulfilled.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Dear Looking for a Way Forward, Whenever a donor approaches you regarding a gift with conditions, you must ask yourself whether the benefit outweighs the cost. Generally, for a gift to be tax-deductible, the donor must relinquish control over its use.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Online fundraising allows your nonprofit to earn donations from a wide audience, growing your network and raising more for your cause. Today, most modern nonprofits engage in at least limited online fundraising to engage supporters even while following social distancing guidelines. Applying to Fundraise Online. Legal Requirements.

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Qgiv

JUNE 30, 2021

Many smaller nonprofits don’t have the resources needed to set up an effective and efficient HR department, but if you want to scale your charity, you’ll need one. 8 Reasons Why Nonprofits Should Hire a Professional Employer Organization Immediately . Disgruntled employees cost the U.S.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 20, 2021

Though the COVID-19 pandemic has put a lot of life on hold, your nonprofit hasn’t stopped operating. You and your staff have worked tirelessly to keep your organization afloat through 2020 and 2021, fundraising for your cause and maintaining good relationships with donors. . Or, worse yet, criminal or civil charges.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

The legislation signals the need for more responsible and ethical practices that support nonprofits, donors, and platforms. The California Association of Nonprofits is seeking feedback from the broader nonprofit community about these proposed guidelines. Jan Masaoka’s guest post provides more details.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Nonprofits receive donations and support from a variety of sources, but corporate partnerships stand out as one of the most essential and reliable funding streams. In this guide, we’ll review the basics of corporate philanthropy so that your nonprofit can start earning more through this lucrative funding source. Let’s begin!

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Neon CRM

JULY 21, 2023

Having a strong, engaged board is one of the most underappreciated keys to nonprofit success–but building one is no easy task. According to a 2021 report from BoardSource , almost half (49%) of nonprofit executives feel that they do not have the right board members to “establish trust with the communities they serve.”

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

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. Your nonprofit is just the conduit for donors to accomplish their philanthropic desires.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Nonprofits solicit and raise funds as a fact of their existence. To protect nonprofits and the general public, most states enforce certain compliance requirements on nonprofit organizations soliciting within their borders. Approximately 45 states have laws regulating charitable solicitation activity.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Nonprofits solicit and raise funds as a fact of their existence. To protect nonprofits and the general public, most states enforce certain compliance requirements on nonprofit organizations soliciting within their borders. Approximately 45 states have laws regulating charitable solicitation activity.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

Needing money is a common denominator among all nonprofits. With the rise of social impact as a business metric, companies are more eager than ever to contribute to meaningful causes, yet many nonprofits don’t make the most of this fundraising avenue. A dependence on corporate interests may influence nonprofit agendas.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 26, 2023

Currently, there are over 10 million nonprofits worldwide and 1.5 That can be daunting, but don’t worry, according to the United States’ population census there are currently 335,755,690 Americans (as of writing this article) and 56% of them gave to charity in 2021. There are many amazing causes to give to and support.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 27, 2021

Needing money is a common denominator among all nonprofits. When someone receives a benefit for their “gift” to a nonprofit organization, the IRS determines that their support is not tax-deductible. If a “donor” suggests or requests specific actions in exchange for their funds, it probably won’t qualify as a charitable gift.

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