NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 21, 2024
While it may help fundraisers hit their metric goals, it doesn’t align with how major donors think, feel or give. And that’s where a deeper, more thoughtful strategy comes into play.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday for August 2024 includes a fix for a security vulnerability in the Grub2 boot loader, which is used by many Linux operating systems. Tracked as CVE-2022-2601, this flaw, discovered in 2022, could lead to an out-of-bounds write with a potential bypass of Secure Boot protection.
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The NonProfit Times
AUGUST 21, 2024
By Randall Hallett Fundraising is a major component of the job description of most nonprofit chief executives — whether they like it or not. Many of them have never been fundraisers and lack the basic understanding and expertise in dealing with a nonprofit’s most important donors. So, what can philanthropy leaders do to support your CEO, making them more valuable to fundraising efforts and extending needed tenure.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
Before smartphones became mainstream, the Motorola Razr was the spiritual predecessor to the iPhone, transforming phones from a necessity into an object of desire.
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!
Candid
AUGUST 21, 2024
Three seconds. That’s the average time viewers will spend on a social media video before they decide to move on. Facebook reports that their users spend, on average, 1.7 seconds on viewing a post before scrolling to the next. Many have pointed to social media as the cause of our shorter attention spans, although movie and television shots have also become shorter.
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Qgiv
AUGUST 21, 2024
It’s been a challenging past couple of years for nonprofit fundraising. Giving USA 2023 reported that individual giving declined 6.4% in 2022. In 2023, it declined 2.4%. Plus, the M+R Benchmarks 2024 report highlighted the fact that online fundraising essentially stayed flat in 2023 (declining by 1%). This underscores the importance of having effective fundraising strategies and software solutions to bring those plans to life.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
Archivist Kay Savetz recovered 53 episodes of The Famous Computer Cafe (TFCC), a 1980s radio show about the emerging world of computers and technology that aired from 1983 to 1986. TFCC was broadcast by various radio stations in California and serves as an intriguing time capsule of the early days of home computing.
Towards Data Science
AUGUST 21, 2024
Getting to the bottom of what structuring your data responsibly really means Continue reading on Towards Data Science »
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
Nvidia and MediaTek announced their partnership during the ongoing Gamescom trade show in Cologne, Germany. When the original G-Sync tech arrived in 2013, it required a proprietary module that added an extra layer of cost to the equation.
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 21, 2024
There are so many good things to learn in the book, Helping People Win At Work , by Ken Blanchard and Garry Ridge. Among those is the section about how to define meaningful work. Their definition consists of these seven attributes. Work is meaningful when it : It is conducted in a manner that is "good and proper" in all respects. It positively affects our company and our communities, giving our work an impact that extends beyond ourselves.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
Firaxis Games has announced that the next installment of the Civilization series, Civilization 7, will land on PC and console on February 11, 2025.
Big Duck
AUGUST 21, 2024
Learn how framing can help nonprofit communicators get attention for their issues and cut through the clutter as we near election day and throughout the year.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
The first change introduces a new entry point for the Widgets feature on left-aligned taskbars. Instead of being tucked away in the corner, the Widgets icon will now move to the left side of the system tray area. Microsoft says this new positioning gives it more room to showcase "richer.
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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.
TechNode
AUGUST 21, 2024
Chinese short video platform operator Kuaishou reported its slowest quarterly revenue growth in a year in the three months that ended in June, amounting to RMB 30.98 billion ($4.34 billion) in earnings with an 11.6% year-on-year growth rate. Net operating profit was RMB 3.9 billion in the second quarter, more than double from a year prior thanks to a 22.1% rise in advertising revenue, Kuaishou said on Tuesday.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
AMD has agreed to acquire ZT Systems, an AI infrastructure company, for $4.9 billion in a cash and stock transaction. This acquisition is a strategic move by AMD to bolster its capabilities in the AI sector and directly compete with Nvidia.
TechNode
AUGUST 21, 2024
Shein has received a total of 25 construction approvals from Guangzhou authorities for its new supply chain hub, according to an announcement published by the planning and natural resources bureau of Zengcheng district, where the hub would be located. The first phase of the project will cover a construction area of not less than 800,000 square meters with a total investment of RMB 3.69 billion, the announcement says, to support the fast fashion giants global sales via a one-stop logistics park t
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
According to the listing, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K CPU will offer a boost speed of up to 5.7GHz, which is about 500MHz lower than the 6.2GHz Max Turbo Frequency of the Raptor Lake flagship, the Core i9-14900KS. The 285K is also expected to have a 3.
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.
TechNode
AUGUST 21, 2024
Chinese game developer Game Science on Tuesday released Black Myth: Wukong, an action RPG (role-playing game) inspired by Chinas classic novel Journey to the West, for Steam, PlayStation 5, Wegame, and Epic. As the very first AAA game developed in China, Black Myth: Wukong has sparked widespread excitement and discussions within the countrys gaming industry and among Chinese players.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
For the unfamiliar, the original Atari 7800 landed just a few years after the video game crash of 1983. Atari mandated that developers submit games for approval to avoid another deluge of crummy titles.
Qgiv
AUGUST 21, 2024
As you begin planning your silent auction, you may think you have everything you need: you’ve procured enticing items , set up a simple bidding system, and printed invitations to send out for your event. However, to maximize your event’s success, it’s important to take additional steps to streamline your planning process and event execution. To implement these additional steps, you’ll need access to the best silent auction software for your event.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
Writers and journalists Andrea Bartz, Charles Graeber, and Kirk Wallace Johnson brought the lawsuit, which seeks class action status.
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!
Allegiance Group
AUGUST 21, 2024
Many nonprofits tend to spend their advertising dollars at the end of the year. This makes sense because people are generally in a giving state of mind at year-end, and you often see a higher return on your ad spend. However, focusing your advertising budget on the end of the calendar year comes with several challenges. The competition in November and December is usually steep, making it difficult to set your messaging apart from others.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
Gamescom 2024 runs from August 21 to August 25, but the opening showcase included numerous announcements and updates. Here is a brief rundown of some of the most notable ones.
Big Duck
AUGUST 21, 2024
The post How to plan, create, and evaluate a year-end digital fundraising campaign – part one appeared first on Big Duck.
TechSpot
AUGUST 21, 2024
This November, the notorious file-sharing site The Pirate Bay will make its debut as a television series on Swedish public broadcaster SVT. The series, which dramatizes the controversial history of the site, promises to be a nostalgic journey for those who have followed The Pirate Bay's saga over the years.
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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.
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