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Why is it so damned hard to say thank you?

Hands on Fundraising

Why is it so hard to say thank you? We spend a lot of time thinking about how to raise more money. We labor over the appeal: the language, the images, the right ask. And then, too often, we treat the thank you as an afterthought. It’s not that hard to write a good, emotional […] The post Why is it so damned hard to say thank you? appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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The State of Digital Transformation in Associations (Survey Results) 

.orgSource

In a world where digital transformation is rapidly reshaping industries, associations are no exception. The adoption of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and data-driven decision-making is becoming critical for staying competitive and meeting the evolving needs of members. To better understand how associations are navigating this shift,orgSource ( www.orgsource.com ) conducted the 2024 Digital Trends Survey.

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How to Handle Unusual and Unfamiliar Donations in Your Nonprofit Gift Acceptance Policy

NonProfit PRO

Imagine someone wants to donate a huge gift, but you’re not entirely sure how to accept it. Here's how a gift acceptance policy can help.

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FreeWill Acquires AI-Driven GrantAssistant

The NonProfit Times

FreeWill has acquired GrantAssistant, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platform designed to provide nonprofits and international development organizations with a proposal workflow toolkit that streamlines the grant application process. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. GrantAssistant’s full team, located in Washington, D.C. and Lahore, Pakistan, become part of FreeWill, whose employee footprint for the first time will span beyond the United States.

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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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Supercharge Donations with DAFs on CrowdChange

NonProfit PRO

CrowdChange is an innovative fundraising platform designed to help nonprofits raise more through online events and campaigns. With seamless payment integration, including Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) options, CrowdChange simplifies fundraising while boosting donor impact. The 2024 DAF Fundraising Report revealed that DAF donations increase gift size by 96%, making them a powerful funding source.

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Freedom and Purpose: Is Nonprofit Consulting Your Next Career Move?

NonProfit PRO

Can you relate? Do you. 1) Love nonprofit work but no longer love what you do. 2) Feel like you’ve reached your personal and professional growth limit. 3) Feel tired of the direct report lifestyle and want to be your own boss. 4) Crave more flexibility to spend time with family and friends. 5) Know you have valuable skills and deserve to be paid what you’re worth.

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Embracing Continuous Architecture for Agile Success

Forum One

This is the third and final blog in a three-part series, Visualizing Impact: The Power of Technical Strategy, by Forum One’s Vice President of Engineering, Brian Graves. Read Part 1: The Power of Technical Strategy and Part 2: Using Technical Design as a Strategic Tool. In the first two posts of this series, we discussed the importance of a comprehensive technical strategy and how technical design can be used as powerful tools to drive mission-critical goals for nonprofits and government agencie

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2024 Nonprofit Fundraising Study

NonProfit PRO

2023 was a year of economic uncertainty, and nonprofits faced unprecedented challenges. How did they adapt and what can we learn from their experiences? NonProfit PRO is proud to present the inaugural "2024 Nonprofit Fundraising Study," providing key insights into how organizations weathered the storm and what this means for the future of fundraising.

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7 Last-Minute GivingTuesday Ideas To Ensure Your Campaign Stands Out

CauseVox

T’was the night before GivingTuesday in the nonprofit sphere, When some organizations would try peer-to-peer. Their websites were built and their platforms were ready And fundraisers knew they must breathe slow and steady, But still in their minds there lingered some fright: “How do I know if I’m doing this right?” (Apologies to Clement Clarke Moore).

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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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Foundation Source Acquires Vennfi, the Fintech Powering Donor-Advised Fund Charityvest

NonProfit PRO

Foundation Source acquired Vennfi, the financial technology company powering Charityvest, a donor-advised fund sponsor.

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GoFundMe, Meta Combine On Sharing Features

The NonProfit Times

GoFundMe and Meta announced new sharing features intended to drive more donations to nonprofits. Through the collaboration, donors and nonprofits might be able to more easily share the causes they care about with their social networks. Nonprofits using GoFundMe’s software company, Classy, will have access to the enhanced sharing experience on Instagram.

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How To Use CauseVox To Maximize Your Year-End and GivingTuesday Fundraising

CauseVox

Looking to crush your Year-End and GivingTuesday fundraising goals? With donations more competitive than ever, it’s time to ditch the cookie-cutter playbook and bring your A-game. In this webinar, we’ll show you how to use CauseVox’s cutting-edge tools to create standout campaigns that grab attention and drive donations. Here’s what you’ll learn: How to set up and fully customize donation pages that convert Amplifying your reach with peer-to-peer fundraising Using dynamic features like matching

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High-Yield Charity Auction Packages for Your Fundraising Event

Greater Giving

Boosting Auction Revenue: High-Yield Charity Auction Packages for Your Fundraising Event When planning a fundraising auction, the right charity auction packages can significantly boost your revenue, attract more bids, and create an unforgettable experience for your attendees. Explore what makes an item “high-yield,” how to identify potential high-yield items, and get tips for procuring and maximizing the value of each item in your auction.

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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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46 Ideas To Better Use GA4 for Nonprofits

Whole Whale

Google Analytics 4 is a powerful, free web analytics tool for nonprofits – if it is used effectively. Whole Whale has been helping nonprofits use GA for over a decade and we’ve configured the tool to help in a wide variety of ways. The secret to customizing your GA4 is actually think People and Process first rather than what the product can do.

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Corporate Giving Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Plan for Securing Company Donations

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Corporate Giving Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Plan for Company Donations In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit fundraising, relying solely on individual donors can limit your organization’s potential. Diversifying your fundraising efforts is not just a strategy—it’s a necessity. One powerful avenue that often goes untapped is corporate donations.

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What’s the Difference Between Fundraising Communications and Donor Engagement?

DonorPerfect

In the nonprofit world, fundraising communications and donor engagement are often used interchangeably. However, understanding the nuanced differences between these concepts could be the key to your nonprofit’s full potential. Let’s dive into how fundraising communications and donor engagement strategies differ and why mastering both is crucial for your organization’s success.

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Double the Donation and Bonterra Team Up to Release New Matching Gift Functionality on Fundraising Essentials (Built on Network For Good)

Double the Donation

Double the Donation is excited to announce an expanded partnership with Bonterra as matching gift functionality is now available on Bonterra’s Fundraising Essentials, Built on Network For Good. This integration makes it easier for nonprofit organizations to effectively identify matching gift eligible donors and raise more for their mission.

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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.

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Dirt-cheap and easy nonprofit Halloween costumes! [video]

Nonprofit AF

Hi everyone, Halloween is coming up, and you’re probably invited to a bunch of parties. Of course, if you’re a.

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How to Collect Feedback from Charity Event Attendees: 4 Strategies

Care2

Events are incredibly valuable for charities and nonprofits. Not only are they an effective way to raise funds, but they help raise awareness for your mission, steward existing donors, attract new supporters, and build relationships with your community. And fortunately for nonprofit professionals like you, there’s an easy way to gain even more value from events: collecting feedback from attendees.

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Community-Centric Fundraising: Equity, social justice, and an abundance mindset 

Candid

The Community-Centric Fundraising (CCF) movement was founded by and centers BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) communities worldwide. It is a gathering of knowledge about interacting with supporters in ways that honor their personhood with dignity and promote BIPOC communities’ well-being. What is Community-Centric Fundraising? Historically, fundraising has been grounded in a competitive environment that creates a mindset of scarcity and cutthroat nonprofit survival.