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How to Develop Your Year-End Ask Strategy

NonProfit PRO

This is the busiest time of the year for fundraisers. Here's some advice on how to develop your ask strategy so you can find year-end success.

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[Free Webinar] How to Grow a Digital Donor Tribe of NextGen Donors in 2025

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The Great Wealth Transfer is upon us—Baby Boomers have begun to bequeath the most wealth in world history—and one thing is sure: the methods used to reach the next generation of donors will be markedly different than what successfully reached their predecessors. Join this free webinar on December 10 to learn about the practical use of cutting-edge tools to grow a digital donor tribe of 25-50-year-olds inspired by your organization’s mission.

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Nvidia's Jensen Huang confirmed for CES keynote, RTX 5080 and 5090 reveal expected

TechSpot

Nvidia SVP Jeff Fisher has taken over the presenting duties at CES since Huang introduced the RTX 2060 more than five years ago. Fisher has unveiled several products during his time, including the RTX 3060, RTX 4070 Ti, and, most recently, the RTX 4000 Super series.

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3 GivingTuesday strategies for year-end nonprofit fundraising 

Candid

The year-end giving season is an opportunity for people to express their values by supporting their communities and the causes that matter most to them. It is also a crucial time for many nonprofit organizations to secure operational funding, committed volunteers, and advocates for their work. GivingTuesday, the annual event that started with a hashtag and has grown into a global movement in over 100 countries, kicks off year-end fundraising activities on December 3.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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FCC allows Starlink to provide emergency phone coverage following hurricane

TechSpot

The approval allows SpaceX to use radio frequencies leased from T-Mobile to provide what's called "Supplemental Coverage from Space" beamed from Starlink's low-Earth orbit satellite constellation.

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Artificial plant purifies indoor air and doubles as a power source for small electronics

TechSpot

Scientists at Binghamton University, New York, created an artificial plant with innovative green capabilities while experimenting with biological solar cells. The team discovered that their experiment was far more capable than they initially thought, prompting them to develop the idea further. Their findings were described in a study published in.

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Visualizing Impact: The Power of Technical Strategy

Forum One

In this three-part series, we explore how nonprofits and government agencies can leverage technology strategically, from developing a comprehensive technical plan to implementing scalable architecture and maintaining continuous documentation. Through each stage, technology helps organizations better serve their communities, grow their impact, and achieve their missions more effectively.

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Intel Core Ultra 9 285K "Arrow Lake" CPU crowned single-thread performance leader in PassMark

TechSpot

The Core Ultra 9 285K achieved an impressive 5,268 points in PassMark's single-threaded benchmark, putting it ahead of competing processors like the Ryzen 9 9950X and the Apple M3 Max. While the AMD chip managed 4,739 points in the same benchmark, the M3 notched up 4,777 points. The Intel's flagship.

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A Fundraiser’s Guide to Nonprofit Giving Days

DonorPerfect

5 Steps to Host or Participate in a Successful Giving Day Imagine you have one day a year to fundraise however you want. For 24 hours, you have the chance to energize your community and constituents through initiatives that make great use of everyone’s time (including donors, beneficiaries, volunteers, advocates, and strangers). You have everything […] The post A Fundraiser’s Guide to Nonprofit Giving Days appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Asus NitroPath RAM slots: What makes them stand out?

TechSpot

Asus announced its NitroPath DRAM technology during Gamescom back in August. NitroPath is a rethink of the traditional memory slot design that uses shorter gold finger pins and optimized pathways on the motherboard to increase overclocking headroom by up to 400 MT/s.

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How to Engage Board Members in Fundraising

sgEngage

Have you noticed your board members avoiding eye contact when the subject of fundraising comes up? Most people are motivated to join a board because they are passionate about the mission, not because they love to ask for money. In fact, fewer than 40% of nonprofit CEOs say their boards actively fundraise. Despite fundraising reluctance—for some board members, it’s an outright refusal—you can put a strategy in place to help your board members become the best fundraisers they can be and, in the pr

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Startup aims to tackle AI bottlenecks with novel memory compression techniques

TechSpot

Founded in 2020 as a spin-off from Chalmers University of Technology, ZeroPoint is betting big that its ultra-fast, hardware-accelerated compression algorithms can unlock significant cost savings and performance gains for data center operators.

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GivingTuesday: How to Choose a Fundraising Platform

CauseVox

GivingTuesday, which started in 2012, is a global giving day that inspires millions to support causes they care about. In 2023 alone, GivingTuesday raised $3.1 billion in the U.S., highlighting just how impactful this one day can be for nonprofits. It’s a chance to connect with supporters, reach new audiences, and make a big difference—all within 24 hours.

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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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Google ordered to overhaul Android app store in landmark antitrust ruling

TechSpot

In a significant blow to Google's mobile app business, a US federal judge has ordered the tech giant to make sweeping changes to its Android app store.

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The Most Successful Nonprofit Fundraising Strategies

Blue Avocado

We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What has been your most successful fundraising strategy?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: Less is More: Simple Emails Can Boost Donations and Engagement After learning in a webinar that one of Barack Obama’s most successful fundraising emails had the subject line “ Hey ,” I decided I was overcomplicating things trying to develop a perfect campaign.

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NASA laser-based data transmission demonstrates serviceable internet 290 million miles from Earth

TechSpot

In late July, the Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) transmitted laser data across 290 million miles from the Psyche spacecraft back to Earth. That's roughly the maximum distance between our planet and Mars. The record-breaking downlink capped off the first operational phase for DSOC since its launch last October.

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What is Agentforce, and What Does it Mean for Associations?

fusionSpan

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past two weeks (or actively avoiding the deluge of Dreamforce content on LinkedIn – no shame here, we know it can be a lot), you’ve heard the tale of Agentforce. But what is it? How do you use it? And what does it mean for associations and nonprofits? What is Agentforce? Agentforce , formerly Einstein Copilot, is an autonomous AI agent capable of operating independently to provide 24/7 support to employees and customers that far surpasses the

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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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Streaming has transformed TVs into a data-driven surveillance system

TechSpot

In recent years, the television landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation – and in many ways, its changes have escaped the notice of consumers and even policy makers, according to a sweeping new report by the Center for Digital Democracy (CDD). The 48-page account paints a picture of how, beneath.

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What to Know About Tableau Next: FAQ

Tableau

Spencer Czapiewski Southard Jones Chief Product Officer, Tableau Since the announcement of Tableau Next (formerly Tableau Einstein), we've been thrilled by all the enthusiasm and curiosity from our community, customers, and partners. Your excitement is palpable, and we're grateful for the outpouring of interest and feedback. As with any new innovation, we also understand that there are still many questions you have about the new platform, what it means for your organizations, the community, and

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NASA powers down science instrument to conserve Voyager 2 power supply

TechSpot

Unfortunately, they were not able to stretch the reserve power as far as anticipated.

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Vivo X200 series to feature long range offline connectivity and first ever MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chip

TechNode

The Vivo X200 series smartphone, which will be released on Oct. 14, is expected to feature its latest kilometer-long offline communication tech, a self-developed network-free provision that enables several kilometers of free communication for two or more users of the same device, Vivo’s Vice President of Branding, Jia Jindong said on Monday. Why it matters: The kilometer-level offline communication technology allows users to stay connected for free, without relying on a network.

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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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Samsung confirms there are no plans to sell foundry business, issues apology over missed profits

TechSpot

While Samsung remains the world's leading memory chip manufacturer, it is facing increasing competition from rivals. "We have caused concerns about our fundamental technological competitiveness and the future of the company due to our performance falling short of the market's expectations," wrote Samsung Vice Chairman Jun Young-hyun.

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WeChat begins beta testing for HarmonyOS NEXT

TechNode

On Tuesday, Chinese social app WeChat began inviting users to beta test HarmonyOS NEXT, an independent operating system developed by Huawei that supports only HarmonyOS native apps. The first batch of devices for public testing includes the Huawei Mate 60 series, Huawei Mate X5 series, and Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2-inch series. Users who have upgraded to HarmonyOS NEXT can be among the first to experience it upon receiving an invitation.

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School shooting game created by parents of victim looks to promote gun reform

TechSpot

The Final Exam is not designed for entertainment or to scare people, but is an educational game, said Patricia Oliver, whose 17-year-old son Joaquin Oliver was killed during the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

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Maximizing Donations: Fine-Tuning Your Year-End Giving Page

OneCause

Explore the best practices for refining your year-end giving page to maximize donations and amplify your impact.

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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.