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How to Build Partnerships Using a Donor Narrative

NonProfit PRO

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.

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Teaching The CEO To Fundraise And Even Like It

The NonProfit Times

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.

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Fundraising Software: 15+ Leading Solutions to Consider

Qgiv

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.

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A big impact with bite-sized social media

Candid

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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From Payroll Pains to Growth Gains: Streamlining Payroll & HR for Success

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

In the world of small business management, the challenge of managing payroll & HR efficiently while scaling operations can be overwhelming. Yet, with the right strategies in place, these challenges can become opportunities for growth and innovation. In this session, Joe Sharpe, Senior Director of Managed Payroll Services at IRIS, will reveal practical methods and expert insights for outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes, resulting in substantial time and resource savings.

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The Seven Attributes Of Meaningful Work

Eric Jacobsen Blog

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.

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15+ First-Rate Silent Auction Software Tools for Nonprofits

Qgiv

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.

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You’re Getting Warmer: How a Year-Round Ad Spend Warms Prospects for Stronger Year-End Giving

Allegiance Group

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.

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How to plan, create, and evaluate a year-end digital fundraising campaign – part two

Big Duck

Related Content Oct02 CampaignsVirtual WebinarsHow to plan, create, and evaluate a year-end digital fundraising campaign – part oneHosted by Big DuckLearn MoreMenaka ChandurkarClaire Taylor HansenOct02

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Health Nonprofits Spending Millions Lobbying

The NonProfit Times

Four nonprofit healthcare organizations were the top spenders when it came to lobbying Congress for healthcare policy changes. According to data compiled by Fierce Healthcare, the American Hospital Association, the American Medical Association, AARP, and the Pharmaceutical Care Management Association spent a combined nearly $21 million during the second quarter of 2024.

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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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How to plan, create, and evaluate a year-end digital fundraising campaign – part one

Big Duck

The post How to plan, create, and evaluate a year-end digital fundraising campaign – part one appeared first on Big Duck.

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Methodist Unveils $181 Million Investment

The NonProfit Times

Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. (MHM) is investing $181.1 million to advance health equity, strengthen communities and impact systemic change across its 74-county service area. That amount includes direct services, community investments, the development of community partnerships and advocacy initiatives that create a more level playing field for individuals to thrive.

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12+ Reasons Higher Ed Professionals Should Attend bbcon 2024

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The Top Five Mobile Messaging Trends for Fall 2024

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Evan Johnson , Content Manager at Mobile Commons – a mobile messaging platform purpose-built for nonprofits to spread their message and engage with supporters. Mobile messaging has evolved significantly over the past decade, especially within the nonprofit sector. While organizations have mainly used basic SMS for communications and fundraising, the explosion of smartphone technology and the proliferation of messaging apps have to diversify their approach to supporter engagement.

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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.