Wed.Jul 17, 2024

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Bloomerang Launches AI Content Assistant for Nonprofit Communications

NonProfit PRO

Bloomerang announced an artificial intelligence content assistant and other updates to its email builder to support busy nonprofits.

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New drug reverses diabetes in mice, boosting insulin-making cells by 700%

TechSpot

Scientists from Mount Sinai Health System in New York City and the Los Angeles-based City of Hope, a research center for diabetes and one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the US, have demonstrated a combination treatment that can increase human insulin-producing beta cells in vivo for.

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Are You Talking to the Wrong Donors?

NonProfit PRO

Here's why a tiered caseload is so valuable to your fundraising success — and why you might be talking to the wrong donors.

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Have you had a chance to download and dig into Direct Mail Benchmarks 2024 yet?

Charity Village

Released in May, this all-Canadian report unpacks how direct mail fundraising programs performed last year, thanks to the amazing charities who share their results with us! If you’ve been wondering how your fundraising measures up against other charities in the nonprofit sector, this is the report for you. Use it to show off your success, […] The post Have you had a chance to download and dig into Direct Mail Benchmarks 2024 yet?

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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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Ceramic Nano Memory comes to the US, promising a data storage revolution

TechSpot

Cerabyte just announced the launch of its US-based operations from its newly established offices in Silicon Valley, California, and Boulder, Colorado. Founded by Christian Pflaum in 2022, the company developed a new storage technology that can seemingly retain massive amounts of data indefinitely. Modern data centers and storage operators are.

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Microsoft is developing an AI model for Excel spreadsheets, enabling natural language prompts

TechSpot

Microsoft has developed a framework called SpreadsheetLLM that uses large language models for analyzing and interpreting spreadsheet data. The tool is designed to address the challenges traditional LLMs face when dealing with spreadsheets, such as handling extensive two-dimensional grids, flexible layouts, and varied formatting options. It solves this by serializing.

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Cash-based versus accrual accounting: What your nonprofit needs to know

Charity Village

This article is an excerpt from the CharityVillage x Enkel Backoffice Solutions webinar, Financial Statement Boot Camp: How to read, understand, and use financial statements to better run your nonprofit. View the full video recording here, or scroll to the end of the article to watch the video. Let’s look at cash-based versus accrual accounting.

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Experts worry about the future of database tech after Oracle's disappointing MySQL release

TechSpot

MySQL is an essential technology for web servers and remotely managed applications. MariaDB, another widely used DB system which is a community-developed fork of MySQL (developed by one of the founders of MySQL AB) is designed to provide a high level of compatibility with MySQL. MariaDB can function as a.

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The crucial role of software testing in your AMS implementation

Nimble AMS

Is your organization preparing for its association management software (AMS) implementation? It’s not uncommon for an association to face challenges during its AMS implementation. If you’re like other organizations, you might have some concerns about data migration, specifically when moving your existing data from a legacy system into your new system.

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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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Baldur's Gate 3 director says the game won so many awards that it affected development

TechSpot

Larian Studios CEO and Baldur's Gate 3 director Swen Vincke told Edge that winning so many awards was "a real problem" for the devs. The studio even started to send out "rotating teams" to different ceremonies to collect the awards. This spread out the time commitments so no one section.

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7 Tips to Increase Your Online Fundraising Success

sgEngage

Online giving is not a single way of donating. It encompasses many methods of outreach and contribution: on your organization’s website, virtual appeals, text-to-give initiatives, apps, and email, using computers, tablets, and smartphones, paying with credit or debit card, ACH, direct debit, or digital wallet. With such an array of options—and donor preferences—it’s essential for your organization to employ diverse strategies to reach the widest audience with your online fundraising campai

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Elon Musk says he will move X and Space X headquarters to Texas in response to California gender law

TechSpot

In a post on X yesterday, Musk wrote that Space X will be moving its HQ from Hawthorne, California, to an existing facility in Boca Chica, Texas. The X HQ, meanwhile, will be moving from San Francisco to Austin.

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Grants: The Fine Art Of Arm Twisting

The NonProfit Times

The grant deadline is barreling toward you like a freight train. You asked program staff for critical information weeks ago, but still have not received it. They’re ignoring your texts, emails, and phone calls, and you’ve just learned an essential player has gone on vacation. “Unfortunately, this doomsday scenario is not unusual. Grant professionals consistently lament the lackadaisical response of staff members when asked for data, program details, budget figures, and other essential informati

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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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Survey shows most people wouldn't pay extra for AI-enhanced hardware

TechSpot

Companies are going all-in on artificial intelligence right now, investing millions or even billions into the area while slapping the AI initialism on their products, even when doing so seems strange and pointless.

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Launching a campaign or rebrand? Start with vision.

Big Duck

Discover how aligning your vision with staff and board members leads to success in your branding and capital campaign efforts.

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Upcoming Intel CPUs could push maximum temperature limits to 105 Celsius

TechSpot

Leaker "Jaykihn" has made multiple posts this week sharing internal information on Intel's upcoming Lunar Lake, Arrow Lake, and Panther Lake processors. One post claims that Arrow Lake and Panther Lake will raise the TJMax of the company's CPUs to 105 degrees Celsius.

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5 takeaways on trust in NGOs to manage new innovations and technologies 

Candid

For 20 years, the global communications firm Edelman has studied the influence of trust across government, media, business, and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Based on an online survey of 32,000 respondents in 28 countries conducted in November 2023, the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Global Report found low levels of trust in these institutions’ ability to manage “new innovations and technologies.

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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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Intel launches apprenticeship program to combat semiconductor labor shortage

TechSpot

The initiative, kicking off in Arizona in collaboration with state workforce groups and community colleges, will see Intel train hundreds of apprentice technicians over the next five years. It sounds like a great deal for the apprentices; they become full-time Intel employees on day one and earn a certificate (plus.

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Level Up Your K–12 Tech Skills and Network at bbcon 2024!

sgEngage

Calling all K–12 educators and administrators! Are you looking to squeeze the most out of your Blackbaud software? Then mark your calendars for bbcon 2024, happening September 24–26 in Seattle, Washington. From my experience, this annual conference is the event for Blackbaud users, and the K–12 offerings are especially impressive this year. Deep Dives Before the Dive I never miss the dedicated pre-conference sessions , being held this year on Monday, September 23rd.

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Google's $512M sweetener for Europe firms failed to derail deal with Microsoft

TechSpot

Bloomberg notes that the rejected proposal outlined a generous five-year partnership. At its core, it had around €455 million in Google Cloud licenses bundled with €14 million in cash incentives. However, it came with a notable string attached – the conglomeration of companies known as the Cloud Infrastructure Services Providers.

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We Analyzed 48 Fundraising Ideas: This Raise the most

Whole Whale

Need to fundraise, but out of ideas on how to do it? We’ve got you covered! Read on for 48 great ways to fundraise that really work, featuring examples from some of our favorite nonprofits including the Michael J. Fox Foundation , DoSomething.org , and (of course) the ALS Association. Plus more thoughts on auctions, events, online campaigns, and peer-to-peer fundraising ideas to get you started.

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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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DDR5 vs. DDR4 in the Latest PC Games

TechSpot

As next-gen CPUs quickly approach, we've updated all our CPU benchmark data and have retested some Intel CPUs to highlight DDR5's impact on modern PC gaming performance.

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What Is a Solicitation Email and How To Write One + Examples!

Wild Apricot

Learn what a solicitation email is, how to write one effectively, and explore practical examples to inspire your next fundraising campaign to get more donations!

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Google Pixel 9 leak suggests major camera upgrades, including 8K video recording

TechSpot

According to Android Authority, Google is expected to change most of the image sensors in this year's Pixel lineup. The vanilla Pixel 9, for example, is expected to use the all-new 50MP Sony IMX858 as the ultrawide camera, replacing the 12MP IMX386 found on the Pixel 8. The new sensor.

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Three Simple Formats for Sponsor Summits That Work

The Sponsorship Collective

Let me start by saying that I hate the term “sponsor summit.” When people hear it they think of a hugely expensive, over the top, highly formal, high-pressure sales event. Sponsor summits are NEVER high-pressure sales events and they are only as formal as you want them to be. You can hold any type of summit that fits your brand and your partners…as long as you hold it at least once a year, every year.

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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.