Mon.Sep 16, 2024

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Navigating Year-End Fundraising in an Election Year: Strategies for Nonprofits to Thrive

NonProfit PRO

There is no doubt nonprofits will compete for attention ahead of the election in November. Here's how to manage your year-end efforts.

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Community relationships strengthen public trust in nonprofits 

Candid

More than grants, donations, or volunteer hours, public trust is the currency of the nonprofit sector. The public’s belief that nonprofits will “do the right thing” is what makes it possible for us to partner with communities, advocate for our missions, and bridge political divides to build a healthy and just nation. That’s why Independent Sector has been measuring public trust in nonprofits and philanthropy for the last five years.

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Givzey and Almabase Partner to Accelerate Fundraising Innovation

NonProfit PRO

Givzey announced a strategic partnership with Almabase to offer a suite of solutions designed to address the evolving needs of nonprofits.

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Malware has infected 1.3 million Android TV boxes in 197 countries

TechSpot

The malware embeds itself within the system storage area, allowing it to download and install third-party software remotely when commanded by an attacker. The origin of the malware is currently unknown, but researchers suspect it may result from a prior compromise that exploits operating system vulnerabilities to gain root privileges.

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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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Media Placement Idea Generator: If This/Then That

M+R

In a world where newsrooms are shrinking fast, innovative placement can help get your voice out there and shape public consciousness. And, while we love reaching out to reporters and helping place op-eds, we’ve talked previously about the danger in over-reliance on them. Need more ideas? Check out the handy if this/then that chart below for new ideas — mix and match for placement ideas to drive your next brainstorm!

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Are you engaging in Toxic Niceness and perpetuating inequity? 7 questions to ask yourself

Nonprofit AF

Hey everyone. If you are on LinkedIn, you may have seen posts by two of my favorite accounts: Crappy Funding.

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Microtransactions fuel revenue run as Diablo IV crosses $1 billion in lifetime earnings

TechSpot

That's just the tip of the iceberg. Froeschke also revealed that from pre-orders to the upcoming first expansion, Diablo IV's total lifetime revenue has already surpassed $1 billion. That figure is no small feat, but it's not surprising considering Diablo IV is Blizzard's fastest-selling game ever.

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Supported Volunteers Prove Their Impact

The NonProfit Times

Volunteers who are trained, supported, and strategically deployed add measurable value to nonprofits seeking to increase their capacity to help those in need, build community and fulfill their missions. That’s the key takeaway from a new released report from UJA-Federation of New York regarding a decade-long effort executing on Time for Good, a strategic volunteer initiative that benefitted dozens of nonprofits.

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First 3D metal part printed in space is a breakthrough for future long-distance missions

TechSpot

The printer, the result of a collaboration between the ESA and Airbus, was delivered to the ISS as part of a resupply mission in early 2024 and was installed by astronaut Andreas Mogensen.

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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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Nonprofits’ Use Of AI Exceeds For-Profit Implementation

The NonProfit Times

Nonprofits are integrating AI faster than the private sector, with 58% of nonprofits using AI with their communications platform as a service (CPaaS) solution, compared to 47% of business to consumer (B2C) businesses in the private sector, according to new data from tech firm Twilio. But, while 83% of respondents at nonprofits believe they are transparent about how they use AI, only 38% of end users feel that nonprofits are transparent, the data shows.

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AirPods 4 with ANC debut – just grab the AirPods Pro 2 on sale

TechSpot

Apple's AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation offer good sound and call quality, but at $179, they come awfully close to the AirPods Pro 2's price when on sale. The Pro 2 provides better ANC, a more secure fit, and longer battery life.

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Developing your organization’s brand personality

Big Duck

The post Developing your organization’s brand personality appeared first on Big Duck.

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HaLow protocol establishes new Wi-Fi range record of 9.9 miles

TechSpot

The team set up one of their evaluation kits as an access point at the edge of a quiet valley – an ideal low-interference environment for pushing Wi-Fi range to its limits.

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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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Donors Can Create Giving Portfolio Via Charity Navigator

The NonProfit Times

Charity evaluator Charity Navigator has introduced Causewa y – a platform intended to simplify giving and increase donor impact on the causes donors care about. Causeway is managed with Charity Navigator’s analysts, who select what are in their estimation the most effective and efficient charities. Similar to investing in mutual funds, donors can create a giving portfolio of specific cause funds, knowing their contributions go to organizations making a real difference.

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Intel and BOE reveal 1 Hz laptop display tech to slash power consumption by 65%

TechSpot

Winning Display's headline feature is the ability to dynamically adjust the refresh rate to as low as one hertz when appropriate. The design uses AI algorithms to determine the refresh rates for individual tasks and conditions where a high rate isn't required. A report from BOE's recent Global Innovation Partner.

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2024 NIO Summit: Everything You Need to Know

Donorbox

The NIO Summit 2024 is just around the corner, and it’s going to be a jam-packed conference full of valuable insights for nonprofit organizations like yours. With a great lineup of speakers, networking sessions, and practical workshops, you’ll leave inspired and equipped to take your nonprofit to new heights. But before the summit kicks off, […] The post 2024 NIO Summit: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Nine arrested in Italy for selling counterfeit retro game consoles from China

TechSpot

Italy's Guardia di Finanza (GdF) law enforcement agency recently announced the results of its "Coin-Up 80" investigation. The Turin division of the GdF successfully dismantled a criminal ring specializing in selling counterfeit retro gaming consoles, seizing thousands of illegal devices and arresting nine individuals on charges of fraud, trafficking counterfeit.

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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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Direct Mail Fundraising: Reaching Donors Effectively

Donorbox

Direct mail fundraising has been a cornerstone of nonprofit outreach for decades. While it might seem like a traditional or even old-school method in today’s digital age, direct mail remains one of the most effective ways to engage donors, especially when you’ve paired it with modern digital fundraising techniques. Before diving into strategy, we need […] The post Direct Mail Fundraising: Reaching Donors Effectively appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Intel tried but failed to secure $30 billion PlayStation 6 contract

TechSpot

Anonymous sources revealed that Intel unsuccessfully bid to design and manufacture the chips for Sony's PlayStation 6 two years ago. Unsurprisingly, Sony will use an AMD-designed processor for the third time in a row with semiconductors from TSMC.

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Intel Raptor Lake RMAs sometimes result in free upgrades or no-questions-asked refunds

TechSpot

Users requesting replacements or refunds for Intel Raptor Lake processors might be surprised. Recent reports indicate that customers are receiving dramatically varied responses from the company, possibly due to a strained supply of CPUs.

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Apple's latest operating systems are here, but should you upgrade?

TechSpot

On Monday, Apple released several updates to its platforms, including iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, tvOS 18, and macOS Sequoia. Most of these versions are what Apple calls "Release Candidates," meaning they are stable enough for end users but might have a few bugs to work out.

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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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Biden considers closing "loophole" allowing duty-free shipments from Shein and Temu

TechSpot

The loophole in question is the "de minimis" exemption, which currently waives tariffs and duties on shipments valued under $800. While intended to facilitate low-value international commerce, the exemption has also enabled Chinese retailers to flood the American market with over a billion annual shipments of discounted apparel, textiles, and.

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iPadOS 18 now allows third-party app stores, in the EU only

TechSpot

Revised App Review Guidelines are now being applied to iPadOS 18, the latest version of its iPad-exclusive operating system. The OS will give European users the ability to access apps from third-party sources beyond the traditional App Store embedded within the OS.