Nonprofit Tech for Good
MAY 23, 2019
Endurance events have always been a mainstay in the nonprofit fundraising world. They bring together communities, create unmatched energy, and tend to be big money makers and great at spreading awareness. So, whether you’re hosting a walk, run, or even a multi-day cycling event, there are things to take into consideration in order to get the most out of your event.
Wild Apricot
MAY 23, 2019
Here's an easy, step-by-step guide on how to create a donation website that will drastically boost your online donations — plus ten great examples to inspire you.
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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
MAY 22, 2019
Credit: Festival del Fundraising. Yes, I walked onto the stage for the closing plenary at the Festival del Fundraising wearing an astronaut suit (that included a GivingTuesday sticker ), to the theme of 2001 Space Odyssey, speaking Italian (poorly), with Marcelo Iniarra (creative concept was his idea) and shared some insights about the new ecosystem for fundraisers.
Nonprofits Source
MAY 23, 2019
According to The New York Times, we are now officially entering a “post-text world” as a society. In short, this means that the written content is going out of fashion and is no longer the dominant form of communication. Types Of Video Content. Explainer Videos – Share Your Mission “Meet The Team” Videos – Share Your Values “Behind The Scenes” Videos – Pull Back The Curtain For The Audience Testimonial Videos – Show Your Nonprofit’
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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.
Nimble AMS
MAY 20, 2019
The benefits of having your member management software built on Salesforce. As Salesforce celebrates 20 years in business, the Nimble AMS team reflects on the reasons why associations benefit from an AMS built on Salesforce. This year, Salesforce celebrates 20 years in business. Since Nimble AMS is built on the Salesforce platform, and in honor of the occasion, I asked folks across the Nimble AMS team to share what they think are the benefits of the Salesforce for associations. .
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NonProfit Hub
MAY 21, 2019
In today’s world, every company is expected to do some good with their profits. Thus, corporate philanthropy is on the rise. As younger generations become more socially aware, they expect their favorite brands to follow suit. In a 2016 poll , Millennials are more likely than Gen X’ers and Baby Boomers to say it matters if American businesses give back to society.
Gyrus
MAY 23, 2019
The service and technology industry carries a critical need for ongoing training of its employees. The fact that technology changes at an accelerated rate causes IT departments and companies to focus closely on delivering online training for both existing employees and new hires. Companies need to assure that their team is equipped with the latest skill sets required to successfully meet business challenges.
Achieve
MAY 21, 2019
Events are an important part of your organization’s yearly calendar. They’re engaging, informative, and fun! Your events are a crucial part of your supporter engagement strategy, and they help your organization build community and move forward together. However, long before the event even happens, your team has to be on the move. Planning, budgeting, and marketing all have to usher your target audience towards attending the event, or everything will have been for nothing.
Wild Apricot
MAY 21, 2019
Browse a comprehensive list of meeting minutes templates for maximum efficiency, accuracy and formatting.
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 Hub
MAY 24, 2019
Events are a cornerstone of nonprofit development. You hear about fun runs, auctions and galas, but for a new nonprofit, it’s hard to know where to start. With this guide, you’ll be able to plan your first event that leaves a lasting impact on your attendees and the future of your nonprofit. 1. Make sure an event is the best option. Events are fun and can be beneficial, but they may not always be the best option.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 20, 2019
Whether you are in a new customer service role or simply need some customer service refresher tips, Customer Service Training 101 , is the book for you. Now in its third edition (originally published in 2005), you’ll find practical and actionable techniques and behaviors to ensure you are providing the best possible service for your customers. Along with dozens of scenarios, examples, guidelines and practice lessons, author, Renee Evenson , also provides a focus on customer service in today’s ma
ASU Lodestar Center
MAY 21, 2019
posted by Iyamidé May Class 13 Public Ally. Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. (Find out how you can get involved as an Ally or a Partner Organization. ) In this post, which appeared in condensed form at PublicAllies.org , meet Class 13 Ally Iyamidé May , who was placed at Experience Matters.
Wild Apricot
MAY 22, 2019
If you'd like an easy way to create a Members Only Website, use Wild Apricot. Wild Apricot is the #1 rated Membership Management Software, plus you can get a free 30-day trial.
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 Hub
MAY 23, 2019
This article was originally published in Nonprofit Hub Magazine. Here at Nonprofit Hub, we believe the most successful fundraisers are hybrids of innovation and tried-and-true ideas. Dinner galas and silent auctions are effective to an extent, but when someone asks you, “What’s the best fundraiser you’ve ever been to?” chances are those don’t come to mind.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 24, 2019
Earlier this year brought Jim Collin’s monograph to his iconic bestseller, Good to Great book. Titled, Turning the Flywheel , Collins explains why some companies build momentum and some don’t. Eighteen years after writing Good to Great , Collins delves deep into the flywheel approach and how successful flywheels grow through four key stages – Through: Disciplined People Disciplined Thought Disciplined Action Building to Last “One you get your flywheel right, you want to renew and extend that fly
ASU Lodestar Center
MAY 21, 2019
posted by Iyamidé May Class 13 Public Ally. Public Allies Arizona ’s 13th class will graduate in June, the completion of a 10-month AmeriCorps program that places emerging young leaders at local nonprofits for full-time paid apprenticeships. (Find out how you can get involved as an Ally or a Partner Organization. ) In this post, which appeared in condensed form at PublicAllies.org , meet Class 13 Ally Iyamidé May , who was placed at Experience Matters.
Connection Cafe
MAY 23, 2019
Nonprofits and other social good organizations face many challenges, but one that can be seen over and over again comes from inside the organization. Different departments, such as development and communications, don’t effectively engage with each other, hampering their ability to reach out to and engage with donors as successfully as they could. Today’s guest is Sam Stern, CEO of Magnify Good, a communications consultancy that helps social sector organizations magnify the good of the work t
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 23, 2019
From the book, Mastering the Challenges of Leading Change , comes this useful checklist from author H. James Dallas for how to identify and develop emerging talent in your company/organization. Dallas recommends that each question should be graded on a scale of 1 to 3, with 3 being the best. Use the questions and the scoring for you and your employee to work together toward the highest ratings across the board.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 22, 2019
Skip Prichard’s book, The Book of Mistakes , provides a motivating and inspiring fable and journey to finding the secrets to creating a successful future. This 175-page self-help tale, wrapped in fiction, teaches you the nine mistakes that prevent many from achieving their goals. Full of wisdom, this is a book for everyone, and particularly valuable to anyone who wants to be a better leader.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 21, 2019
The Decision Makeoever , by Mike Whitaker is fascinating look at decision making and the importance of decision size and timing. As you read the book, you'll gain a better understanding of: The power of decisions Why we make bad decisions How to deal with bad decisions How to deal with regret How to take control of decision making How goals and decisions can help each other Perhaps the most significant part of the book is the author's perspective on goals. " Knowing your goals is the key to maki
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 19, 2019
“Higher performance comes from doing many things well—but some of those things are not in your power to change,” says author Marc Effron. Therefore, he recommends in his book, 8 Steps to High Performance , that you focus on what you can change and ignore the rest. Effron reveals in his book the eight key factors you do control and provides practical advice for improving yourself on each one.
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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.
Connection Cafe
MAY 21, 2019
Learn how to grow your supporter lists and tend your supporter “garden” by keeping lists engaged, bringing wilting supporters back to life and cleaning out the weeds to produce the best “harvest” ever! Spring has sprung at my house. The grey branches of the trees that ring my yard are quickly being covered with green leaves, the daffodils are blooming and yes, weeds are sprouting.
Connection Cafe
MAY 24, 2019
Fact! Churches Buy T oilet P aper ! . In my last blog post , “ Churches and Engagement (But Not Weddings): Tips for Engaging Each Generation , ” we discussed engagement , the first step in fundraising with in the church. In today’s blog, we’ll delve into step two : financial needs and spending. . A few months ago, I was talking with the financial committee at my church.
Connection Cafe
MAY 23, 2019
Annual giving and major giving teams traditionally experience a bit of competition over donors. If the institution doesn’t require that major gift officers make an annual giving ask as part of their strategy (which I always recommend), then annual giving teams often “lose” their best donors when the donor graduates to a major giving level. Everyone is trying to hit their goals and do their best for the institution, but it can be a sticky hand-off.
Connection Cafe
MAY 22, 2019
In the Blackbaud Institute’s report, The Right Mix , Anne Wallestad spoke about the Measuring Fundraising Effectiveness framework that quantifies the risk associated with a lack of diversification in fundraising. In order to secure the charitable gifts that allows nonprofit organizations to fund their missions and work, they must invest in a smart, strategic, and diversified approach to fundraising to build a strong and resilient program.
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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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