Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In the nonprofit sector, approximately 80% of individual donation revenue comes from the top 20% of donors. For some organizations, the ratio is closer to 90/10. No matter the exact breakdown for your nonprofit, a solid major gifts strategy is essential for maximizing your organization’s fundraising potential. However, securing major gifts takes significantly more time and effort than soliciting lower-level contributions.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

A study shows volunteers who are trained, supported and strategically deployed can add value to nonprofits seeking to increase their capacity.

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Association Analytics

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The role of the marketer – particularly in associations, and especially focusing on content delivery – has changed drastically over the last decade, perhaps and only seems to be speeding up. Associations are facing an issue of an increasingly digitized membership, and need to roll with the times to make sure their messaging and content reach the right eyes and ears, at the right time.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Independent Sector and United For ALICE released a report showing that more than one-fifth of nonprofit employees struggle financially.

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The MatrixFiles

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Listen to this article I’m always on the lookout for ways to make life easier for myself and my clients. Recently, as I was using Chat GPT to summarize the transcript of my monthly MatrixMaxx AMS Q&A session , I realized that the process I use every time was the same. I could probably create a custom GPT to both make the process faster and also have the results be more consistent from month to month.

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Candid

OCTOBER 7, 2024

An unusual TikTok trend emerged this summer. It wasn’t a new dance or a trending audio. It was debating the details of the IRS classification of nonprofits—especially those related to politics. As election season heats up, discussions of “political” nonprofits is likely to continue. But what makes a nonprofit “political,” anyway? This article will explain the 501(c)(4) designation for nonprofits and describe the rules and context around 501(c)(4)s and political activity.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Virtuous released its "Nonprofit Fundraising Benchmark Report," providing insight into the seven KPIs that drive nonprofits' growth.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Learn how to start a car club with our step-by-step guide! From organizing your first meeting to growing your membership, discover essential tips and strategies for building a thriving car club community.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Donors are always excited to receive new and interesting ways to demonstrate their support for your cause, and custom footwear is the hot new way to do just that! Interested in learning more? Send your logo file to roger.burnett@halo.com and we'll send you renderings of your very own!

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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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Nonprofit AF

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Hi everyone. Today, a colleague sent me this text: “There’s a CEO of a family foundation who is adamantly against.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The best fundraising organizations always deepen donor engagement with donor feedback. Here's how to effectively collect and use feedback.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In the exempt-organizations context, fiscal sponsorship is a relationship through which a tax-exempt entity (sponsor) agrees to accept donations on behalf of another entity (project) that is, traditionally, not tax-exempt, including everything from informal associations of people to newly incorporated entities that have applied for but not received determination letters from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Foundation Source launched the Impactfully Mobile smartphone app, which enables on-the-go operational, grantmaking and other management needs.

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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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fusionSpan

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Associations consistently face growing pressure to meet their members’ evolving expectations. With the challenges of a new economy come higher expectations for more personalized, meaningful interactions across every channel. To succeed, associations must adapt by becoming more member-centric, data-driven, and technologically equipped. Being “AI-first” is no longer a luxury in this landscape—it’s a necessity.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

BDO released its "2024 Nonprofit Standards" benchmarking survey, which showed nonprofits are expecting to grow, plus other findings.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Crowdfunding generates over $17 billion yearly in North America, and that number is only expected to grow. With individual donations serving as the largest source of giving for nonprofits, crowdfunding inherently holds significant fundraising potential. However, it’s no mystery that nonprofits must use effective marketing strategies to earn this crowdfunding revenue.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Truist Foundation launched its Inspire Awards grant program to help create career pathways to economic mobility for workers across the U.S.

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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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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 7, 2024

As a small business owner, you know that marketing is crucial to keeping your business afloat. After all, it’s how you attract visits from new and existing customers, where they make purchases that allow you to keep offering your products and services. To effectively reach and retain customers , your business needs a robust plan incorporating marketing best practices.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

DonorAdvisedFunds.com released its 2024 DAF Gold List with the highest ranked donor-advised funds as determined by the DAFScore algorithm.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Integrating Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in LMS for Immersive Learning GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - As technology continues to evolve, so do the methods we use to teach and train employees. Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are no longer just buzzwords in the tech world—they’re powerful tools that are being integrated into Learning Management Systems (LMS) to create immersive learning experiences.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The U.S. Postal Service announced the price of a stamp to mail a 1-oz. single-piece First-Class letter will not increase in January 2025.

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters—emphasizing trust, engagement, and community over transactional giving models. 🤝 Industry expert Tim Sarrantonio will explore data-backed strategies to engage supporters as active participants in a community that values their contributions and shared ideals.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Council on Foundations released the first report of three exploring philanthropy’s investment in connecting across differences.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

OneCause launched its new Golf Event Management solution, empowering nonprofits to manage and execute golf fundraisers with ease.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Research by BBB’s Give.org shows that review of accuracy in appeals and protection of donor information are now top-of-mind.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Hatch introduced QuickSearch to give nonprofits immediate donor insights for smarter, more effective fundraising strategies.

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Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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