The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Lessons Learned from Giving Tuesday – Making the Most Out of the Busiest Giving Season For nonprofit organizations, Giving Tuesday is more than just a day of fundraising. It’s an opportunity to engage with supporters, promote your mission, and lay foundations for future giving. In the wake of this global philanthropic phenomenon, lies an invaluable opportunity for nonprofit organizations: the post-campaign debrief.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Over the past 20 years, a lot has changed in the nonprofit sector, and with major giving in particular. Here are five ways major giving and the sector in general have changed, and what nonprofit professionals should keep in mind as they work toward their organizations’ missions.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Sending more year-end fundraising emails without burning out your list sounds like a dream come true, right? Here are the five emails you need to send to build relationships with your donors and increase donations.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

*This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs. Click here to read Part I. Fundraising events are a lifeblood for so many nonprofits. They can also be a major undertaking where the need for volunteers to support the event is high. From running ticket tables and emceeing raffles to providing snacks and water along a charity 5K, there are several activities involved where you would need volunteers.

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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.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

With advances in technology such as artificial intelligence, automation, and cloud services flooding the marketplace, nonprofits feel the pressure to adapt, adopt, and innovate. But how do you determine what’s worthwhile and what’s a distraction from your mission? According to nonprofit technology experts, successful leaders often share one proven approach to innovation: They think big but start small.

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

AI has that magic quality that tempts us to imagine powers even greater than its already impressive abilities. Like the whale that becomes Moby Dick or an ape that prompts sightings of the Yeti. The leap from reality to make-believe is easy. And the difference between truth and speculation can be difficult to see. I was going to call this post “AI fact or fiction.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Customized for small nonprofits with limited time and financial resources, the 2024 Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising program covers the fundamentals of social media marketing and fundraising for your nonprofit. Participants will learn how to create a social media strategy, how to craft a content marketing plan, and current best practices for using social media for community engagement and fundraising.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Once again, it’s time for annual reporting! Are you ready to level up your annual report to highlight the true value of your association? Learn how to refine your annual report to reflect your staff’s hard work and your organization’s accomplishments. Read our blog for tips to get creative with your association’s annual report. 5 ways to elevate your association’s annual report Do you want to advanc e your annual report beyond the necessary facts and analytics?

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In the first indication of how year-end giving will fare this year, GivingTuesday donations rose less than 1% on Tuesday. The GivingTuesday Data Commons noted that more analysis of the data will be unveiled over the coming weeks.

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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

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The most effective way to get new members is by asking your current members to refer a friend. Here's how to take advantage of this by setting up a member referral program.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Is your organization considering a new software purchase? If you’re like most enterprise level associations, you likely have an in-depth process to get executive approval for any technology investments. It can be a challenge obtaining executive buy-in for new association management software (AMS). Follow the steps in our blog to create a culture of change management and gain executive buy-in for new technology.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

When it comes to managing the functions and operations for which we’re responsible, we can struggle and wander. Here are some tips to stay on track to achieve your fundraising goals.

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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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Donorbox

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

How much time does your fundraising team spend manually ensuring all your various tools are in sync? This time suck is not only burning out your employees. It’s also wasting valuable time you could spend sharpening your fundraising strategy – and raising more for your mission. That’s where the Donorbox + Little Green Light integration […] The post Donorbox + Little Green Light: A Powerful Integration to Streamline Your Workflow appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Sending out emails people just won't open? We'll show you how to fix that, share a few examples of engaging emails, and go over our top picks for nonprofit email marketing platforms.

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Big Duck

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Strategies nonprofit professionals can use to shape their personal brand, establish a strong reputation, and develop meaningful connections with key audiences.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy released “The Giving Environment: Giving Trends by Race and Ethnicity” report. Here are three key findings from the report and how your nonprofit can begin to overcome the associated hurdles to reaching new demographics to support your cause.

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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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M+R

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Read time: 4 minutes Sure, Giving Tuesday is great — what’s not to love about a lively kickoff to the end-of-year giving season? But the real fun starts the morning after, when we have all this new data to dig through. Dig we did — with 33 awesome M+R clients. The big picture takeaway right now: most of our clients saw growth for Giving Tuesday 2023 and are going into end-of-year digital fundraising strong!

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Donorbox

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Dodgeball conjures up memories of grade school playgrounds and gym classes for many of us. Your nonprofit can turn these memories into a fun and successful fundraising event with a dodgeball tournament fundraiser. Beyond the adrenaline-fueled matches, dodgeball fundraisers bring together communities, support nonprofits, and create a fun event for participants and spectators.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Today's life quotes to guide you as we near the start of a new year: “ Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go. They merely determine where you start." - Ido Qubein “ Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day." - Michael Josephson “ Every year you make a resolution to change yourself. This year, make a resolution to be yourself " - Unknown “ The bad news is time flies.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 1, 2023

A new study shows that children are following in their parents’ charitable footsteps, with 81% of parents who give reporting that their children under age 18 also participated in a charitable activity in the past year.

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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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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. But before receiving funds, you need to show you’re legally registered, governed by a board, and have solid financial management policies. On top of that, there’s a lengthy contract to review and sign. It’s a lot of due diligence and compliance work to handle.

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Donorbox

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The first point of sale (POS) system was created by IBM in 1973 – over fifty years ago. Since then, the POS has evolved from a basic cash register to a fully-fledged sales solution with analytics and tracking. When you hear “POS,” you might immediately think of shops or restaurants. However, many nonprofits need a […] The post Raise More With A Nonprofit Point of Sale (POS) System appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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The Sponsorship Collective

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

What Is an Event Sponsorship? An event sponsorship provides funding, promotions, or both for any type of event. It’s a broad term that you can apply more specifically if needed. For example, if you host a music festival or arts and crafts event, those are festival sponsorships.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 1, 2023

AmeriCorps released the results from four new return-on-investment (ROI) studies that estimate the value of benefits its programs generate per dollar invested. Each study helps AmeriCorps communicate the value of its programs to relevant stakeholders.

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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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