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End-of-Year Fundraising Problems (And How To Solve Them)

Bloomerang

End-of-year fundraising is like our version of the Superbowl. With many nonprofits raising as much as 50% of their budget in December alone, there’s a lot at stake — and a lot of end-of-year fundraising problems to overcome. To help you ride this massive wave of generosity, I’m answering your burning questions Q: How much email is too much email?

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British Columbia History Digitization Program invites grant applications for the preservation of historical British Columbia materials

Charity Village

The University of British Columbia‘s British Columbia History Digitization Program invites applications from private or public institutions and agencies that have the preservation of historical British Columbia materials as part of their mandate. Libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, post-secondary institutions, and eligible organizations are welcome to apply for the funding.

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Why Your Fundraising Software Isn’t Working for Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

Here are five reasons why your fundraising software might not be working for your nonprofit — and what you can do about it.

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A new approach to funding Indigenous-led organizations: An interview with Janine Manning

Charity Village

When we were putting together our recent podcast episode, Reconciliation and the Nonprofit Sector: Where Are We Now?, we were keen to explore how Canada’s philanthropic sector could do a better job of funding Indigenous-led organizations and communities. As part of the interviews for that episode, we were incredibly pleased to speak with Janine Manning, […] The post A new approach to funding Indigenous-led organizations: An interview with Janine Manning appeared first on CharityVillage.

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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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Match Like Megan: Driving Matching Gifts with Social Proof

Double the Donation

In the world of fundraising, one of the most effective yet underutilized tools for maximizing donations is the power of social proof. People tend to follow the lead of others, especially when making decisions about giving. That’s why showcasing existing support through matching gifts with social proof can be a game-changer for nonprofits like yours.

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Wild human washing machine promises to rinse you clean in 15 minutes

TechSpot

While it never really took off commercially after 1970, the human washing machine concept clearly made an impression on at least one young visitor from Osaka – Yasuaki Aoyama. Japanese publication Asahi Shimbun reports that as a fourth-grader, he was entranced watching the baths in action.

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2024 Canadian Report Gifts in Wills reveals most frequently bequeathed items among Canadians

Charity Village

LegalWills published the 2024 Canadian Report Gifts in Wills, which reveals the most frequently bequeathed items among Canadians. As part of the study, 8172 Wills were analyzed to determine the trends in giving. Of the 8172 Wills, $380.8 million (CAD) was bequested, and the mean residual gift value was $44,982. In this sample, 2588 of […] The post 2024 Canadian Report Gifts in Wills reveals most frequently bequeathed items among Canadians appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Discounted Hiring Solutions for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Attract and hire talented candidates from LinkedIn’s pool of 24+ million nonprofit professionals. Eligible nonprofits get a discount. Learn more.

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New rules bring PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay under federal oversight

TechSpot

The agency has finalized a new rule granting it unprecedented supervisory powers over major players like PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and others. While smaller companies remain unaffected, larger providers will now be held to standards similar to those applied to traditional banks, shedding their start-up-style freedom.

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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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Blackbaud Announces Product Updates

NonProfit PRO

Blackbaud unveiled its recent innovation and the roadmap for its suite of solutions during its semi-annual product update briefings.

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GlobalFoundries confirms $1.5 billion award from the US Chips and Science Act

TechSpot

The previously leaked decision to award GlobalFoundries $1.5 billion in subsidies to manufacture chips in the US is now official. The company has announced an agreement with the US Department of Commerce to receive direct funding through the Chips and Science Act, securing what will likely be the last subsidies.

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Bonfire and Change Join Forces to Enable Compliant Fundraising for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Bonfire announced its partnership with Change to make it easier for individuals to compliantly fundraise for the nonprofits they care about.

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WD unwraps the holidays with new high-performance PCIe Gen 4x4 SSDs starting under $60

TechSpot

The top tier drive boasts sequential read speeds of up to 7,250 MB/s and 6,900 MB/s sequential writes, with random read and write IOPS of 1000K and 1400K, respectively. According to WD, this model is 35 percent faster than the previous generation.

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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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Demystifying Ensemble Methods: Boosting, Bagging, and Stacking Explained

Machine Learning Mastery

Unity makes strength. This well-known motto perfectly captures the essence of ensemble methods: one of the most powerful machine learning (ML) approaches -with permission from deep neural networks- to effectively address complex problems predicated on complex data, by combining multiple models for addressing one predictive task.

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OpenAI is considering launching its own browser to challenge Google

TechSpot

OpenAI has already had discussions about its browser with app developers and websites, including Conde Nast, Redfin, Eventbrite, and Priceline, reports The Information, which cites people who have seen prototypes or designs of the product. The partnerships could improve ChatGPT's answers to questions related to the markets they target, the.

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Matching Gift Content Calendar: Marketing Through the Year

Double the Donation

Incorporating matching gifts into your nonprofit’s marketing strategy can unlock significant fundraising potential year-round. However, timing is everything when it comes to making a matching gift impact. By aligning your campaigns with key dates, seasons, and donor behaviors, you can ensure your message resonates at just the right moments.

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It was 1995, 15-inch 800x600 monitors were the norm, what kind of monitor did John Carmack use to code Quake?

TechSpot

When developing Quake at id Software in the mid-1990s, John Carmack used an Intergraph InterView 28hd96 color CRT monitor. This cutting-edge display measured 28 inches (25.9 inches.

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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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8 Reasons to Migrate from EveryAction to Donorbox for Smarter Fundraising

Donorbox

Migrating from your existing fundraising solutions can be daunting. But moving away from clunky, outdated, and expensive systems is often well worth the minimal effort. After Bonterra acquired EveryAction, many of their customers noticed a decline in the quality of features and support. If you’re scrambling and looking for an EveryAction alternative, you’ve come to […] The post 8 Reasons to Migrate from EveryAction to Donorbox for Smarter Fundraising appeared first on Nonprofit

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MIT offers free tuition for families earning under $200,000

TechSpot

For families with incomes under $100,000, the benefits of the changes are even more dramatic. These students can expect their parents to contribute nothing towards the full cost of their MIT education, which includes not only tuition but also housing, dining, fees, and allowances for books and personal expenses. The.

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DataFam Roundup: November 18-22, 2024

Tableau

Sarah Molina November 22, 2024 - 7:45pm Welcome! Dig into this week's DataFam Roundup—a weekly blog that brings together community content all in one post. As always, we invite you to send us your content—and the DataFam content from your peers that have inspired you! Find the content submission form here. Community Highlight To recognize new and consistent Tableau contributors—we’re excited to have a section within the weekly DataFam Roundup called the Tableau Community Highlight.

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New Android feature seamlessly transfers account credentials to new devices

TechSpot

Google recently introduced Restore Credentials, which allows users to back up and transfer login credentials when migrating between Android devices. The functionality should significantly shorten the time required to set up a new phone or tablet.

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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 invests $15.2 million to expand semiconductor packaging at Suzhou plant

TechNode

Samsung is increasing its investment in domestic and overseas production facilities to enhance its advanced semiconductor packaging capabilities, according to Chinese media outlet Jiwei. As in-house packaging processes for next-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM) products, such as HBM4, become increasingly critical, Samsung aims to improve its packaging technology to remain competitive and close the gap with SK Hynix, the report said.

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Path of Exile 2 promises over 25 hours of content, early access starts December 6

TechSpot

Grinding Gear Games recently confirmed that Path of Exile 2 will become available in early access on December 6 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC. The PC edition supports Steam, the Epic Games Store, and a standalone client. MacOS support is forthcoming.

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Xiaomi unveils new logo for sub-brand REDMI

TechNode

On Thursday, Xiaomi unveiled a new logo for its sub-brand Redmi, a company specializing in affordable smartphones and consumer electronics in China. The red design symbolizes a daring spirit and confidence to succeed, while the all-capital letters represent a powerful and strong inner core, the company stated on the Chinese social platform Weibo. Xiaomi’s growth in the high-end market and its use of advanced technology to enter higher price segments create expansion opportunities for Redmi

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New 3D bioprinting system that uses light, sound, and bubbles brings perfect organ replication a step closer

TechSpot

3D bioprinting has been around for a long time now. It's a slow process that involves the devices printing just a few cells at a time, layer by layer. The problem is that the method can damage cells and lacks the precision required to create perfect replicas of human tissue.

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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.