Mon.Sep 13, 2021

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Keep Your Gaze on the Donor’s Heart

NonProfit PRO

You’re feeling the pressure. You have to reach your goal. You were reminded again last week. Some donors on your caseload are behind. And there is concern that the budgeted funds will not come in.

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[DATA] 11 Must-Know Stats About Online Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The 2021 Open Data Project [ español , français ] seeks to gain a better understanding of how nonprofits, NGOs, and charities worldwide use technology for digital marketing and fundraising. At the core of the project is the 2021 Global NGO Technology Survey and the data below is based on the survey responses of 592 online fundraisers. It’s worth noting that in the survey the questions about online fundraising are only presented to those that have working knowledge in online fundraising.

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Give Now, Pay Later

NonProfit PRO

I would like to emphasize here why it’s important to know the distinction between paying off a pledge over time, versus starting a recurring gift.

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10 shows about nonprofit and philanthropy that would be way better than “The Activist”

Nonprofit AF

By now you’ve probably heard about the new show to debut on CBS called “The Activist,” in which six activists.

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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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Lady Gaga’s Foundation Promotes Kindness with #BeKind21 Social Media Campaign

NonProfit PRO

The Born This Way Foundation is promoting kindness for the third-straight year with its #BeKind21 campaign that culminates on the U.N. International Day of Peace.

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Webinar: Drive Donations & Engagement Via Gift Matching

NonProfit PRO

How valuable are Employer matching gifts? 84% of donors say they are more likely to donate if a match is offered. Join this joint webinar hosted by Double the Donation and CharityEngine to learn about how easily you can increase your matching gift potential - with matching gift industry statistics, proven best practices and a demo of how Double the Donation’s tools integrate with nonprofit CRM and fundraising platforms like CharityEngine.

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“Is Your Organization Outgrowing eTapestry?”

Bloomerang

Blackbaud Doesn’t Want You To Use eTapestry. I received a flurry of emails, calls and texts from partners and current eTapestry customers after Blackbaud sent out the following email in July 2016: Subject: Is your organization outgrowing eTapestry? The Blackbaud product portfolio has recently undergone a major improvement initiative, offering a true, best-in-class experience across the board.

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Key facts, figures, and trends among U.S. labor unions

Candid

Last week, in honor of Labor Day, we shared an introduction to unions, including six things people might not know about the role of unions in the social sector. In this second blog in a two-part series, we share key facts and figures about U.S. labor unions based on Candid’s data and discuss trends and opportunities for future research. Unions by the numbers.

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A journey of understanding: Steps on the path of Reconciliation for nonprofits

Charity Village

September 30 – National Day for Truth & Reconciliation The Government of Canada recently passed legislation to make September 30 a federal statutory holiday called the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is an important step in the reconciliation process. It provides an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the tragic history and ongoing […].

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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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Customer Story: The Duradash Activity Challenge Raises 6x More With CauseVox

CauseVox

The last year has seen a lot of nonprofits dipping their toes into online fundraising for the first time. Spinal CSF Leak Foundation was among those numbers when they ran their first peer-to-peer fundraising campaign on CauseVox. In years past their annual Duradash fundraiser raised about $5000 when through their event. In 2021, they used CauseVox to create their Duradash peer-to-peer campaign and came away with over $30,000 through their virtual activity challenge !

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What a Finance Committee Can Do for Your Board of Directors

Blue Avocado

Implementing a finance committee of the board of directors was one of the best things our organization ever did—here’s why. Baby Bear Hugs’ mission is enhancing family strengths for happy and healthy children, families, and communities. The program provides parenting education and support through certified parenting educators in the homes of families (virtually during the […].

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Learn How to Guide Nonprofit Leaders Toward the Truth Instead of Letting Them Rely on Their Opinions

Bloomerang

In much of our culture, we glorify opinions over facts. At one place I worked, the executive director gleefully presented everyone on the management team with a sweatshirt as a team-building gift. It said “Maven University: Opinion above Knowledge.” . I was embarrassed to wear it. Everyone else seemed to find it a real hoot. In our culture, mavens are celebrated.

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How to Prevent Staff Burnout During Technology Changes

Tech Soup

Across industries, employees are rethinking their careers , and the nonprofit industry is no different. Nonprofit organizations have filled critical gaps since the COVID-19 pandemic changed the way of living and working last year. Despite incredible odds, nonprofits have figured out how to fundraise digitally, replace in-person events with virtual events, and support their communities from afar and have done that all while figuring out how to work from home.

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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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7 More Horrible Mistakes You’re Making with Your Sponsorship Program

The Sponsorship Collective

If you’ve been a long-time reader of the blog, then you should remember this post about the ways to (unknowingly) destroy your sponsorship program, or maybe this one. Well, I’m back today with another post in that same vein about what not to do when starting your sponsorship program. What are some missteps to avoid? […]. The post 7 More Horrible Mistakes You’re Making with Your Sponsorship Program appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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Community Sector Council of Nova Scotia releases new election resource for nonprofits

Charity Village

The Community Sector Council of Nova Scotia has conducted a non-partisan summary of the 4 major party policies from a community sector standpoint. They reviewed the platforms on overall supports to the nonprofit sector, key issues and challenges that the sector is working to address, and issues of importance to those working in the sector […].

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Sync Donorbox Plans with Enhanced Recurring Donations in Salesforce

Donorbox

Donorbox Salesforce integration now supports sync with enhanced recurring donations model in Salesforce. The new and reimagined recurring donations model in Salesforce brings in the following improvements More intuitive field labels and scheduling capabilities that gives clarity between different types of recurring donations A simplified way in which the existing recurring donations date, schedule and […].

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12 School & Higher Ed Fundraising Platforms That Match Gifts

Double the Donation

You know better than anyone that planning a university fundraising campaign can feel a bit overwhelming. With many moving parts and ever-changing components, it’s important to find the right higher ed fundraising platforms that can support your school every step of the way. Luckily, if you’re a higher ed fundraiser, then we’ve got your back!

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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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System Update: Mid-September 2021

Qgiv

Features and Enhancements. Recurring donors getting too many emails? You now have the option to turn off email notifications for a recurring donation series. Remember, best practice is still to make sure your donors get a year-end donation summary for their tax records. Want to read more about writing emailed donation receipts? Check out our blog! Big update for donation amounts!

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Advice for a Record-Breaking Fundraising Year

Saleforce Nonprofit

“Recognize the disruptions we all face, and act — don’t simply observe.”. This advice from Rick Shadyac, President of ALSAC , the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, speaks not only to how Shadyac has led the organization through the pandemic, but also to how ALSAC has evolved over its 60 year history to meet the moment and expand its footprint.

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Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Primer For Nonprofits

CauseVox

What is peer-to-peer fundraising, and how can you leverage it to boost your nonprofit fundraising? After seeing thousands of fundraising campaigns, we see that peer-to-peer fundraising typically raises twice as much as compared to other digital fundraising campaigns. Here’s everything you need to know about peer-to-peer fundraising for your nonprofit: What Is Peer to Peer Fundraising?

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How Automation Can Transform Your Association

Nimble AMS

Automation reduces the burden of manual tasks to save staff time that can be directed toward higher value work. Read on to learn what types of processes you could be automating and how to get started with automation today. ?There might be no single change you could make to your association that would transform it more than increasing business process automation.?

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How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity Journey

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.