Get Fully Funded
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Warming a donor’s heart is the name of the game, when it comes to thanking people for their donations. This means strategies like sending them acknowledgement letters with thoughtful messages and calling them to say thanks must be high on your priority list. These are simple yet effective things to do – and they’re a great first step in showing donors how much you appreciate their support.
VQ Strategies
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
In honor of Veterans Day, we are reposting an e-newsletter we shared in fall 2020 highlighting the flexibility and adaptiveness of our partners at Wounded Warrior Project to sustain support. The lessons from their efforts are relevant still. Adapt and Overcome: How 2020 Brings Innovation and Flexibility for Volunteer-Led Programs For the US Marines, the concept of “Adapt and Overcome” is central to their philosophy of innovation and problem solving to address all challenges, unexpected situation
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Big Duck
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
By Sarah Suarez , Founder and Social Media Strategist for The Social Puzzle – a boutique social media marketing agency which solely focuses on nonprofits so they can concentrate on what really matters, their mission. Every nonprofit strives to make the world a better place, and a strong community is essential to achieving that goal. The larger and more engaged a community, the greater the opportunity is to make a lasting impact.
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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.
Candid
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
AI is no longer just a buzzword—it’s become a cornerstone of every modern business process. The 2024 AI Index Report shows rapid advancements in AI technology. Benchmarks created to assess the performance of AI tools compared with humans on tasks such as image classification, visual reasoning, and English understanding show the gaps narrowing. As of May 2024, the MMMU benchmark , which evaluates responses to college-level questions, scored GPT-4o at 60%, compared with an 83% human average.
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Qgiv
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event, and for good reason. Guests bid on items, have an exciting time with friends and neighbors, and go home with a valuable prize. From large in-person events to casual virtual gatherings, fundraising silent auctions can generate much-needed revenue and strengthen donor relationships. To run a silent auction, you’ll need to plan many logistics, such as how guests will bid on items, what items you’re procuring, and how you’ll process donations.
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
By Stephen Jackson From supporting a local museum to responding to climate change to aiding people in the midst of a health crisis, nonprofit staff turn time and attention to a variety of issues, working on them in creative and hyperlocal ways. They also play a critical role in holding open spaces where individuals can gather and respond to issues in their communities, and much of this takes place online.
DonorPerfect
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
The power of personal connection remains undiminished in fundraising. For nonprofits, direct mail campaigns continue to be a cornerstone of donor engagement, ranking second among supporters’ preferred communication methods. When managed effectively, direct mail campaigns can foster donor engagement and drive contributions. Let’s explore how to create impactful direct mail campaigns that amplify your fundraising […] The post Crafting Powerful Direct Mail Campaigns for Fundraising Succ
Nonprofit Tech for Good
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Sponsored by Printful – a print-on-demand company that offers hundreds of customizable products and various services, including Quick Stores , the easiest way to create an online store. As a nonprofit, you’re always looking for creative and effective ways to raise funds and awareness for your cause. In today’s digital world, online fundraising is essential, and merchandise offers a fantastic opportunity to engage your supporters and generate revenue.
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.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Whether you're a nonprofit that recently started using text messaging or a seasoned organization, year-end giving is an important opportunity.
Association Analytics
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The post 10 Tips to Make 2025 Data-Informed and Dynamic! appeared first on Association Analytics.
.orgSource
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, one of the biggest challenges associations face is ensuring their workforce has the skills necessary to thrive in an age of technology. As artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and automation become increasingly integral to operations, upskilling your workforce is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity.
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Find out how to create the ultimate new member welcome packet with these 12 essential tips, and templates for inspiration.
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!
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
As year-end giving heats up, here's a handy list of major giving tips to help make this overwhelming time more manageable and successful.
Association Analytics
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The post 10 Tips to Make 2025 Data-Informed and Dynamic! appeared first on Association Analytics.
Nimble AMS
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Is your association looking for strategies to improve your decision-making process? Leveraging your data to inform how your organization should approach a situation is a great place to start. Many associations use data-driven decision making to move their missions forward, advance public policy, and enhance advocacy programs. Association management software (AMS) can serve as your organization’s most important tool to help you gather data and inform your decision-making process.
Blue Avocado
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What are the key qualities and skills you look for in potential board members?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: A Deep and Sincere Caring About the Nonprofit’s Mission The most important “quality” in a board member would be a real and heartfelt caring about the mission/goal of the nonprofit they will be involved with.
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.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
A report from Altrata found that board representation for women remains a long way from parity, plus other findings.
Charity Village
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
As a prospect researcher in Canada, you play a pivotal role in advancing the fundraising efforts of universities, charities, and nonprofit organizations. By identifying, researching, and qualifying potential donors, you help secure the critical resources necessary for these organizations to fulfill their missions. To succeed in this evolving field, it’s essential to master a few […] The post A comprehensive roadmap to donor prospect research in Canada appeared first on CharityVillage
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to energize their legacy giving program: Dear Charity Clairity, We have an on-paper “legacy society” that was started before my time here. Members gave $5000 outright to be a “ member” and the funds are in our restricted fund.
CauseVox
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
In today’s digital world, running a successful fundraiser goes beyond traditional methods; it requires innovative approaches that meet donors where they are—online. Leveraging an online fundraising platform allows your nonprofit to streamline its efforts, connect with supporters more effectively, and make the giving experience easier and more impactful for everyone involved.
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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.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
The 18th annual DAF Report published by National Philanthropic Trust reveals that despite declining contributions, DAFs provided stability for charitable organizations.
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Donor-advised fund (DAF) disbursements to charitable organizations declined 1.4% during 2023 to $54.77 billion. Likewise, contributions into DAFs by donors decreased 21.7% to $59.43 billion, according to new data from the National Philanthropic Trust in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. DAFs were responsible for roughly 9.8% of all giving in the United States if the statistics for total giving in the Giving USA report released earlier this year at $557 billion and these DAF numbers are accurate.
Forum One
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
When it comes to embracing digital trends and technologies, the nonprofit sector has historically lagged behind other industries. But that all changed in 2020 when the Covid-19 pandemic forced digital onto the front burner. Suddenly, digital transformation wasn’t just an aspirational goal; it was a mission-critical investment. Organizations needed to find new ways to deliver their services and engage their constituencies digitally.
Charity Village
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
KPMG released the results from the Generative AI Business Survey of 872 Canadian organizations, which found that 6 in 10 Canadian organizations have adopted generative Artificial Intelligence to improve productivity and gain a competitive advantage. According to the research, 89% of organizations described the technology as extremely or very important to their competitive advantage.
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Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.
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