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Do Negativity And Alarm Really Raise More Funds?

Bloomerang

A nonprofit CEO reader writes: “My inbox and mailbox are flooded with fundraising appeals from causes using the words ‘terrifying,’ ‘alarming,’ ‘emergency.’ “Yes, we’re in deep sh*t on many levels. Why would they think I don’t know this? The messages only make me more depressed, and depression does not motivate me to contribute. Does negativity and alarm really raise funds?

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21 “nonprofit math” problems that expose the absurdity of doing good

Nonprofit AF

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Why baby shoes knock the socks off stats

Hands on Fundraising

What do baby shoes have to do with fundraising? Well, Joe Friday would make a terrible fundraiser. Joe wanted “just the facts, ma’am.” (For those of you who didn’t grow up watching Dragnet, here’s a taste.) That’s not to say fundraising communications should not be true. It’s just that there’s so much more to it […] The post Why baby shoes knock the socks off stats appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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The Risks and Rewards of Using Artificial Intelligence Within Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

Regardless of your organization’s size, it's critical to have responsible AI guidelines in place to mitigate harm. And though there are risks, the rewards can easily outweigh the risks with proper education and oversight. Here are the risks and rewards of using AI within your nonprofit.

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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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[Free Mini Webinar] How to Grow Your Nonprofit’s Email List

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Date: Wednesday, January 10, 2024 Time: 1 pm ET / 10 am PT (20 Minutes) Cost: Free Presented by: Heather Mansfield , Founder of Nonprofit Tech for Good Email is a powerhouse for fundraising. Twenty-six percent of online donors say that email is the tool that most inspires them to give – outpacing social media, websites, and print materials. Email is also their preferred communication method to receive news updates and appeals.

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Discover what’s new in Salesforce: Winter ‘24 release highlights

Nimble AMS

As a trailblazing association, it’s crucial to know the latest technological advances to understand how they impact your organization. All Nimble AMS customers receive three annual software upgrades as well as three yearly Salesforce updates. But between Nimble AMS and Salesforce’s many software enhancements, understanding how your association can leverage these updates might feel a little overwhelming.

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4 Things to Know About Meta’s Oct. 31 Switch to PayPal Giving Fund for Donation Payouts

NonProfit PRO

Meta announced a new partnership with PayPal Giving Fund over the summer, but there are ramifications for nonprofits that don’t agree to Meta’s new terms and the new payment provider. Here are four changes that your nonprofit should know if it plans to continue using Facebook and Instagram to fundraise for year end.

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25 Solid Membership Website Examples & How to Create Your Own

Wild Apricot

Here are 25 great membership website examples from all sorts of different organizations. See how they've set up membership benefits, events, and more. Plus, learn how to easily create your own membership website in 3 easy steps!

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The AI Advantage: How Nonprofits Can Rise to the Top Using AI

Charity Village

Original Broadcast Date: October 26, 2023. Summary: Get ready as we dive headfirst into the world of AI for nonprofits! In this session, Keela explores the incredible ways AI is transforming nonprofit operations, covering everything from fundraising to donor engagement, program optimization to impact measurement. Keela dives into ChatGPT and how it can benefit your […] The post The AI Advantage: How Nonprofits Can Rise to the Top Using AI appeared first on CharityVillage.

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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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How To Get The Heavy-Lifting Nonprofit Board You Deserve

Bloomerang

CEOs get the board they deserve! Harsh, but true. Steve, a Harvard-trained attorney, and founding CEO of a 30-year-old national nonprofit, learned this the hard way. Steve was used to getting his way. I was mid-sentence when Steve begged my pardon and said, “That’s not my board of directors, Laurence. My board is made up of light-lifters, not heavy-lifters.

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How to Overcome Resistance to Inclusive Leadership

NonProfit PRO

Nonprofits often have missions centered on inclusive causes, but do their staff have the same sense of belonging within their organizations? Here’s a look at how to achieve inclusive leadership, along with ways to overcome the resistance that often prevents organizations from being successful at this endeavor.

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Countdown to Election Day: The road to victory starts HERE

M+R

Watching the House floor these days feels like watching a parody of how the government should work, but not in a fun way like VEEP… more like a dumpster fire. But jokes aside, it’s yet another proof point that our democracy is in crisis. Add this dysfunction at the highest levels of government to the onslaught of attacks on our fundamental rights and the ongoing violence impacting our global community—reproductive freedom, voting rights, racial justice, LGBTQIA rights, our education system, and

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Growth Is A Leadership Issue, Not A Sales Issue

Eric Jacobsen Blog

“Only you , as a senior leader, have the power to direct your company to continuous and sustainable success,” says Scott K. Edinger , author of the new book, The Growth Leader. “Growth is a leadership issue, not a sales issue,” he adds. His book explains why that is true. And why the relationship that executives and leaders have with the sales organization is among the most important elements of growth leadership.

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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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Future of Good accepting nominations for 2024 Young Impact Leaders

Charity Village

Future of Good is accepting nominations for their annual 2024 list of Young Impact Leaders making a positive difference in their organizations. This annual initiative is presented by RBC Future Launch. Over the past few years, young professionals have been navigating uncertain economic times and trying to make headway on their career paths. Despite the challenges, these young […] The post Future of Good accepting nominations for 2024 Young Impact Leaders appeared first on CharityVillage.

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How National Geographic Society Increased Major Gifts Despite Sector-Wide Struggles

NonProfit PRO

From 2020 to 2022, National Geographic Society nearly doubled its average gift amount to $324 and made significant strides in the number of major gifts received — at a time when major gifts are declining sector-wide. Here’s a look at the organization’s path to success.

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How do you hire for a strong communications team?

Big Duck

Get insights on the importance of communication for nonprofits and why they are now focusing more on the structure of their communication teams.

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How to Engage Your Fundraising Community in Times of Crisis

DonorPerfect

When your community is affected by an emergency situation or fundraising crisis – which could be anything from a flood or a fire to a school closing or a virus outbreak – it can be challenging to keep struggling families afloat and small businesses thriving. This is especially true if your nonprofit is a small-to-medium-sized Read More » The post How to Engage Your Fundraising Community in Times of Crisis appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

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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Employee Giving Strategies to Boost Year-End Impact

sgEngage

The end-of-year giving season is fast approaching, and for nonprofits and educational institutions, this marks a crucial time for fundraising. To maximize the full potential of this period, organizations must explore innovative strategies to drive engagement, increase conversions, and amplify their overall impact. This guide will delve into actionable strategies to help organizations like yours elevate their fundraising with employee giving.

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Invest in People, Not Programs

NonProfit PRO

Research shows “trusting and investing” in people works. If this model works, why isn’t philanthropy and government moving from investing in programs to investing in people to address systemic inequalities in the U.S.?

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Giving Tuesday 2023: Everything Your Nonprofit Should Know | FrontStream

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Unless you've been frozen in a deep sleep for the last decade—like Brendan Fraser’s caveman character Link from the 1990’s cult classic Encino Man —chances are you’re familiar with the infamous day dedicated to charitable giving fondly known as Giving Tuesday.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What To Do When A Donor Says “No”

Bloomerang

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on what to do after a donor says “no” to a meeting. Dear Charity Clairity, I’ve been getting a lot of resistance from donors saying “no” when I ask them if they’d like to get together.

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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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Lessons From A Lifetime Of Transformations

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Today brings the new book by Ron Shaich , founder, and former CEO of Panera Bread. It’s called, Know What Matters: Lessons From A Lifetime Of Transformations. Shaich offers clear-headed lessons for the entire life cycle of an enterprise, from bootstrapping a startup to going public to managing large companies to selling a business. He challenges readers to grapple with how business impacts life, sharing his own struggles and setbacks with as much honesty and candor as he describes his successes.

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How to Stop Choosing the Wrong People to Lead

NonProfit PRO

As the saying goes, people do not leave bad jobs, they leave bad bosses. Despite sizable investment in leadership training, the issue of inadequate leadership has not yet been addressed. Here is some guidance on how to make sure your organization is choosing the right leaders.

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Plan International released the 2023 State of the World’s Girls Report

Charity Village

Plan International released the 2023 State of the World’s Girls Report highlighting the keys to successful activism and the barriers to activism experienced throughout the world. Over 1000 adolescent girls and young women participated in the research study: 840 completed the survey, 203 were interviewed, and 57 were included in focus group discussions.

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What Do Donors And Nonprofits Think Of Crowdfunding Tipping?

Bloomerang

Crowdfunding platforms collect data and feedback from users to refine their models and policies. This feedback influences how they implement tipping and other features, but they don’t share that data publicly; it’s proprietary to the specific platform. Independent researchers have also conducted a number of studies to understand donor attitudes and behaviors regarding crowdfunding tipping or adding optional contributions when donating on crowdfunding platforms.

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

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.