Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Board members are a vital resource for nonprofits: In addition to their responsibility for governance, they each bring unique perspectives and experiences to enrich the growth of nonprofit organizations and partnerships. A strong, involved board can transform an organization and take its work to new heights.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 20, 2024

While every organization is different, there are some guiding practices that nonprofits should follow in order to attract and retain major donors. Here is some insight into what two nonprofits are doing to steward their major donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 18, 2020

4) 12% don’t trust organizations to spend their money well. 6) 2% don’t believe that organizations make a positive difference. Here are six reasons why: 1) 42% responded that they do not give money to charity because they do not have the financial resources. 2) 22% volunteer in lieu of donating money.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Association professionals routinely deliver amazing things for their organizations. Although I doubt that many organizations still need a Casual Friday, if your group is a holdout, this is an easy, high-impact fix. The physics of the office make a significant difference in how people feel in the space. Let’s make joy a priority.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

In the nonprofit industry, we often hear the phrase “every dollar counts” or “together, we can make a big difference.” It may be time for your nonprofit to reevaluate your fundraising strategy and learn how micro-donations for nonprofits can make a significant difference. By Kaley Aposporos , Content Writer at GoFundMe Charity.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Development audit after development audit of small- to mid-sized organizations reveals that while donor retention remains a critical issue there is also another issue that is equally important. You need to develop a vehicle that will capture their interest and engage them in your organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

GuideStar reports that new donors who receive a thank you within 48 hours of donating are four times more likely to give to your organization again. Save time and grab this exact template from our Giving Tuesday Fundraising Template Kit and personalize it for your organization. 2) Week One: The Friend Request. Why send this email?

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 7, 2023

Day-to-day business management is where KPIs can make a difference for your nonprofit. By using a handful of metrics that everyone agrees on, you can organize tasks, rally the team, and get everyone focused on the right kind of work.

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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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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

The first is the “story” of your non-profit – this is the overall story arc that is being told by your organization about your work, and includes your big picture vision and mission. To learn more about how to create a compelling, big picture story for your organization, read: The Story of Your Non-Profit.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The motivation that gets someone to take the first step to support an organization (donating or volunteering) is quite different from their motivation to continue to be engaged. We do not need any further proof of this than the lousy retention rates that nonprofit organizations suffer year after year.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 10, 2022

Essentially all 501(c)(3) organizations qualify to take part unless they are hospitals, schools, or government organizations. As long as an organization meets the basic eligibility requirements, which almost all nonprofits do, and the application is submitted correctly, the nonprofit will be approved for a Google Grant.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It can help you quickly reach millions of people directly on their phones and motivate them to give to your organization! Different platforms receive algorithm updates, new platforms—like Threads—are created and gain popularity, and with the increase of content being posted, there’s been a decline in organic engagement.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

She draws on years of experience as a UX designer and front-end developer to guide the creation of the perfect website for your organization from start to finish. In a year when suddenly everyone had to work from home, businesses and organizations required an up-to-date website to stay relevant. You have my sympathies!)

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Association Analytics

APRIL 11, 2023

Add a global pandemic to the mix of factors, and your organization’s nearly final plan could be turned upside down. Flexibility and organization go hand in hand when working on user adoption. You’d be surprised how common it is for different departments in the same association to calculate member retention differently.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

By Allison Weber , founder of Allison Weber Consulting , a fundraising and communications business dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations tell better stories. The mystery that stumps some organizations is how to strengthen their corporate relationships so they grow over time. Feeding America.

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The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

An organization’s annual fundraising appeal letter is a yearly letter that gets sent out to your current donors asking for general operating funds for your nonprofit organization. While not every nonprofit organization utilizes annual appeal letters, it has been my experience that most do.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

Sometimes this feeling can leave you wondering where or how to start organizing your data, which can easily lead to a cycle of inaction and increased overwhelm. This leads to better communication, and over time, a more organized set up so you won’t be overwhelmed by where to go for the data you need in the moment. credits offered).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

By Joe Frye , Account Group Director, Nonprofit and Cause at Town Hall Agency – a full-service marketing & advertising agency built to serve organizations that do good, shape futures, and make the world a better place. Donors feeling more engaged with organizations is a good thing. It’s engaging. It’s impactful. It’s attainable.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

As your organization prepares for the year-end, it's important to remember that your constituents may have different priorities now. Here are some tools you can use to assess your current donor database.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

What do you do to continue to support your organization in its efforts to make a difference in your community and in the world? In other words, use trial and error to test out fundraising strategies to find out what works for your nonprofit organization. Then, think of the different types of fundraisers you might create.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

If your organization does not have an in-house designer with the skills to customize and create your own email templates for your email campaigns, it is well worth the investment to hire a professional email designer. Today, the term “e-newsletter” has stuck around, but their purpose is much different.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 14, 2022

When you think of why your nonprofit’s donors support your organizations, do you expect each of their motivations to be the same? Are you acknowledging those differences in the way you build relationships with these supporters? In summary, the researchers found that donors give for different reasons.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 16, 2024

Branding can make or break a nonprofit, yet many organizations struggle to communicate their value effectively. Even though it’s a big organization with lots of resources, its branding strategies are spot-on. However, what seems obvious to those within the organization may not be clear to everyone else.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 9, 2022

With the ups and downs of the past few years, many nonprofit organizations that were heavily dependent on just one or two funding sources found themselves in a tight spot. Pledges are similar to monthly giving programs with some slight differences. What’s the Difference Between Peer-to-Peer and Team Fundraising?

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 24, 2024

Here's the difference, as well as some tips to boost your organization's health. Nonprofits may confuse organizational fitness with health.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 29, 2022

There are two different ways of approaching embedded giving: Modal embeds or pop-up donation forms that display when people select your donate button. Different payment options also broaden your reach to audiences across younger generations. We’ve seen how valuable recurring donors are in creating predictable revenue for organizations.

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The MatrixFiles

JANUARY 4, 2023

Each week, I interview association and nonprofit CEOs, Presidents and Executive Directors about the things their organization is doing to increase membership, generate revenue, and ultimately thrive. What do successful organizations all have in common? Technology powers successful organizations. It’s called Associations Thrive

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

While many organizations initially leaned on golf tournaments to help them weather the storm of COVID-related restrictions, they soon discovered that golf events are a strategic, engaging, and lucrative option that belongs in an organization’s fundraising portfolio. 3) Organizers Will Focus on Add-ons & Experiences.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Recurring donations are the most sustainable source of income for most nonprofit organizations. Doing so will make donors aware that they can support your organization weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly, etc. New donors need to develop a deeper connection with your organization before donating larger amounts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Rather than creating something completely different, use your brand values, personality, and key messages as a guide first, allowing donors to better understand and recognize you amid the crowded end-of-year fundraising space. And framing your organization or donors as the sole source of reversing this societal problem leads to saviorism.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

The platform, however, is different than Facebook or Twitter. Other orgs take different approaches. They also appeal to different audience segments. These individuals work with organizations to create posts or campaigns highlighting the services they offer or the work they’re doing. Work With Influencers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 6, 2022

Even though nonprofit organizations aren’t required by law to publish annual reports, most nonprofit leaders recognize the value annual reports can provide. What difference did it make? Organize your list of donors however it makes the most sense for your organization. What were the results? Connect the dots for them.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 20, 2022

Contributions from donors and foundations make a great difference for a number of organizations and causes across the country. However, big philanthropy can often reinforce common misconceptions about charitable giving that can lead to challenges down the road.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Here are the different types of popups: Entry pop: the pop-up appears when a user first lands on a page, after a time delay. Think about the different “hooks” you can use to compel a user to sign up. This can help you continuously retarget them and nurture them through the process of engaging with your organization.

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.orgSource

APRIL 8, 2024

He is also CEO of Punks and Pinstripes, and as you might guess, it’s a one-of-a-kind organization. They are executive leaders of large organizations who are wired differently. They are executive leaders of large organizations who are wired differently. Here’s how Greg describes the group.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 22, 2022

NonProfit PRO has plenty of content on thanking donors, but each year, we like to take a moment to offer some gratitude to a few individuals who have made a difference for their organizations and their communities. So here are this year's NonProfit Professionals of the Year.

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