Thu.May 16, 2024

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The Use of AI in Fundraising: Maximizing Donations with Data-Driven Asks

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Stasia Hural , Digital Marketing Lead at Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. In today’s fundraising sector, technology is vital. AI is becoming increasingly important in fundraising. Using AI isn’t just a passing trend; it’s essential for nonprofits looking to make a bigger impact.

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How to Teach Your Major Gifts Officers to Close

NonProfit PRO

Here are some of my top tips for ensuring your major gift officers are prepared to ask for and close on a donation.

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Microsoft's Proteus is a snap-together Xbox controller for accessibility

TechSpot

This isn't Microsoft's first rodeo with accessible controllers. Its Xbox Adaptive Controller from 2018 was a game-changer, allowing those with limited mobility to craft a control setup tailored to their needs. But the Proteus takes it to a whole new level of flexibility and customization.

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Free Download: 2024 Nonprofit Tech Trends Report

NonProfit PRO

Prepare for where nonprofit technology is headed with Sage’s 2024 Nonprofit Tech Trends report. 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. Stay ahead of the curve by leveraging the experiences and perspectives of hundreds of nonprofit industry leaders.

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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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Google's Trillium TPU achieves unprecedented performance increase for AI workloads

TechSpot

At this year's I/O developer conference, Google announced its "most advanced" TPU yet. Trillium, the machine learning algorithm accelerator, represents the culmination of over a decade of research on specialized AI hardware and is a fundamental component needed to construct the next wave of AI foundation models.

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What to know about U.S. nonprofit sector demographics 

Candid

What’s the demographic composition of the U.S. nonprofit sector—in terms of race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and disability status? Are staff, leaders, and board members equally diverse? How does leadership diversity vary by organization size, revenue, subsector, and state? How do majority BIPOC-led (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) nonprofits fare compared with majority white-led ones?

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Make A Difference with Great Entertainment

NonProfit PRO

DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS understands the drive of nonprofits. We’ve tailored an exclusive TV offer for you, ensuring you have access to the best in news, sports and entertainment. As you navigate your mission, let us elevate your experience. With DIRECTV, it’s more than entertainment—it’s about making a difference.

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Dangerously thin iPad Pro proves surprisingly robust in bend tests

TechSpot

As Apple executive John Ternus explained in a recent interview with Arun Maini, the tablet's main logic board runs right down the center between the two batteries. Apple also added a metal cowling over the logic board that serves as a "central rib." Combined, the design choices result in improved.

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Classy Unveils New Product Offerings for Nonprofit Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

Classy announced four new offerings for its fundraising platform to help nonprofits make smarter, more personalized asks.

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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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Telegram boss throws accusations at Signal, claims rival has ties to US government

TechSpot

Writing on his own Telegram channel, Durov said that Twitter founder Jack Dorsey had uncovered that the leaders of Signal are activists used by the US State Department.

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Protection for Non-profit Educational Institutions

NonProfit PRO

Philadelphia Insurance Companies provides specialized, innovative protection to educational institutions in the non-profit and human services space. Coverages include private, academic, religious, vocational and charter schools. PHLY offers separate limits for General Liability, Educators Professional and Cyber Liability, Abuse & Molestation. Learn more.

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Intel Thunderbolt Share aims to simplify connection and resource sharing between multiple PCs

TechSpot

Intel recently introduced Thunderbolt Share, a new software solution designed to enable novel "PC-to-PC" experiences that are secure, feature-rich, and easier to achieve. With Thunderbolt Share, Intel promises that users will be able to connect different Windows-based systems to share input peripherals, monitors, accessories, or even large files with a.

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HR compliance 2024: Download all essential HR policies for your nonprofit

Charity Village

Feeling overwhelmed by labour law compliance? You’re not alone. Many nonprofits dedicate themselves to making a difference, but keeping up with regulations can fall by the wayside. Forget the lectures on why compliance is important–you’ve likely heard it enough. This article cuts to the chase, provides essential policies, and a simplified breakdown of key compliance […] The post HR compliance 2024: Download all essential HR policies for your nonprofit appeared first on CharityV

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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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Samsung mocks Apple, again, with UnCrush video in response to controversial iPad Pro ad

TechSpot

Apple showed off the Crush ad at its Let Loose iPad event earlier this month. The commercial showed a giant press being slowly lowered, crushing a number of musical instruments, classical sculptures, books, paints, games, cameras, and more. When it retracted, an iPad Pro was left in place of the.

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Ontario Nonprofit Housing Association announces STEP Grant for community housing providers

Charity Village

The Ontario Nonprofit Housing Association announced that applications are now open for the STEP Grant for community housing providers. The grant program offers professional services to help all housing providers in Ontario prepare for End of Mortgage and/or Operating Agreement (EOM/EOA) negotiations with their service manager. The grant is designed to assist in using pre-qualified […] The post Ontario Nonprofit Housing Association announces STEP Grant for community housing providers appear

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AT&T wants to turn every smartphone into a satellite phone by no later than 2030

TechSpot

On Wednesday, AT&T and AST SpaceMobile announced they entered an official commercial partnership extending to 2030. The two companies have worked together since 2018 under a "Memorandum of Understanding." Their goal is to bring satellite connectivity to standard 5G phones.

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Strategic decision-making: Using opportunity & risk analysis for better outcomes

Charity Village

This blog series aims to equip charities with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate uncertainty effectively, leveraging opportunity and risk analysis for decision-making, and creating adaptive structures for sustained success. Check out Part 1 of the article series. In the realm of charity work, every choice carries weight, potentially shaping countless lives.

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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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Microsoft asks staff in China to relocate amid escalating Washington-Beijing tech tensions

TechSpot

Microsoft is offering about 700 to 800 people – mostly Chinese engineers – involved in cloud computing and machine learning areas if they would like to relocate from China to countries including the US, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand, according to the Wall Street Journal's unnamed sources.

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12 Free Resources for Scrappy Fundraisers

DonorPerfect

I have five hours a week and no budget. Here’s how I fundraise. If you’re the type of person who hates when recipes include the author’s entire life story and 20,000 words about how much they love an expensive brand of butter, then this blog is for you. As a volunteer fundraiser for a community Read More » The post 12 Free Resources for Scrappy Fundraisers appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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Google search "Web" filter takes users back to 10 blue links – no AI, no BS

TechSpot

Google search users will soon receive a "new" option to view search results page that only displays web links, the old fashioned way. The new feature strips out the extra elements that the company has accumulated over the years like Q&As, videos, images, and the more recent generative AI "summaries.".

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Funding for Alberta-based organizations to support projects in art production, training, career development, marketing and research

Charity Village

The Government of Alberta announced that applications are now open for the Organization Project Grant program, which assists Alberta-based organizations engaged in the production of books, magazines or sound recordings, as well as some screen-based projects. Grants may be used to support projects in art production, training, career development, marketing and research.

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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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GenAI improvements bring back the promise of truly useful digital assistants

TechSpot

On Monday, OpenAI took the wraps off its new GPT-4o model and the accompanying update to ChatGPT that makes it possible to not only speak with ChatGPT but do so in some eerily realistic ways. The new model lets you interrupt it for a somewhat more natural conversation flow and.

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Maintaining Your Site’s Accessibility Well After Launch

Forum One

This post is adapted from a presentation at Drupal GovCon in November 2023. As Forum One’s Accessibility Lead, Jeanette ensures that our public sector and nonprofit clients receive unwavering support in prioritizing accessibility for all users. After all the work to ensure your new website is accessible and in compliance with Section 508 and WCAG standards, you shift into day-to-day operations, and… things change.

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Besides program delivery, how are LMSs being used by forward-thinking nonprofits? (Part 2)

Charity Village

This article was previously published by Pure & Applied and is reprinted with permission. Welcome back to Part 2 of our blog series on how LMSs are being used by modern nonprofits. In Part 1, we discussed how LMSs can support and scale knowledge mobilization efforts, increase service efficiencies, and re-engage community across the customer journey.

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3 Key Elements of a Lapsed Donor Letter

Neon CRM

When was the last time you wrote a lapsed donor letter? Lapsed donors are a valuable group of supporters. Their past donations prove they’re committed to your cause, and their familiarity with your organization means they’re often easier to engage than brand-new supporters. Data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project reveals that reactivating lapsed donors is a struggle for many nonprofits.

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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.