sgEngage

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Effective financial management equips you to make the most of your nonprofit’s limited resources. To produce meaningful reports to help you do this, you must track all financial activity and ideally compare it to your budget, or your financial representation of what you think you’ll pursue during the year. There are four core reports, known as financial statements, that nonprofits should create to review financial data and activities.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Partnerships between nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies to boost workplace volunteering and community impact can create significant value for both parties. They help amplify the nonprofits’ voice, reach, and resources to advance their mission while strengthening corporate employees’ community engagement and improving their well-being and job satisfaction, according to a Deloitte survey.

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Association Analytics

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The idea of the “generation” as a grouping is a wholly American invention. The Lost Generation is the first truly named group, a term coined by author Gertrude Stein and later popularized in the epigraph of Ernest Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises. Since then we dubbed the Greatest Generation, Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha successively.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The charitable sector fills many roles in American life. What isn’t widely seen by the public is how no matter which party is in power the sector must often follow the elected around cleaning up the government’s mess like the guy at the circus who carries a shovel and follows the elephants. Just a side comment on general failings of the nonprofit sector.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

During election years, everyone’s minds are on politics. The closer you get to Election Day, the more signs, advertisements, and news you see about the candidates running for office. It can sometimes feel overwhelming, but political campaigns are undeniably good at getting attention. As a nonprofit, you might wonder how you can emulate political campaign marketing strategies and success.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

To get the attention of your donors and increase their engagement, you can make your impact report come to life. To do that, it needs to live where your audience lives: online. Making your report web-based unlocks interactive opportunities to recap your achievements and connect with your stakeholders. Additionally, you can increase efficacy and accessibility, ensuring that all readers have a dynamic experience.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Funders put the budget and budget justification under a microscope. According to Barbara Floersch of The Grantsmanship Center in Los Angeles, Calif.: “You’ve got to get it right. When you understand their concerns and the questions they’ll pose, you’re in a much stronger position to nail it.” Here’s a list of questions funders are sure to ask. * Does it fit within our general range of giving?

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Discover Neil Squire Society’s top strategies for GivingTuesday and year-end success, plus insights into how CauseVox has powered their fundraising efforts. Join Chad Leaman, Director of Innovation at Neil Squire Society, as he shares rapid-fire fundraising tips to empower nonprofits and increase year-end donations. Discover how Neil Squire shifted from government grants to diverse revenue streams and the success of their “Hacking for the Holidays” campaign, which engages donors thro

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The phrase “culture eats strategy for breakfast” is often true – certainly there are situations where strategy is consumed by culture – but strategy and culture are not mutually exclusive. Why not tend to them both at the same time during strategic planning? Strategic planning is daunting Many nonprofits begin strategic planning work with trepidation and possibly even scar tissue from prior efforts.

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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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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

As associations begin to explore the vast potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI), one thing becomes crystal clear: data is the foundation on which AI thrives. Without reliable, organized, and well-governed data, AI cannot deliver the insights and efficiencies that promise to revolutionize member engagement, operations, and strategy. For many associations, harnessing the power of AI requires a critical first step—getting their data in order.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The 2024 Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising program covers the fundamentals of website and email marketing, online fundraising, and social media for nonprofits. Packed with practical advice and customized for nonprofits with limited time and financial resources, the certificate program requires following three webinar recordings: 1) Website & Email Marketing for Nonprofits October 23, 2024 • 2 hours Website design best practices that improve the user experience and SEO The to

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

While focusing on one revenue stream may be appealing to nonprofits, there are several reasons to consider diversifying your income.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In this post, find out what recurring donations are, what you can do with them, how they can help your organization, and how to get started.

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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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Big Duck

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Take your nonprofit communications team on an internal roadshow to ensure staff understand strategic communications. Engage colleagues and clarify roles—read more to start planning.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Now that the votes for the 2024 election in the U.S. have been cast, nonprofit organizations should be prepared for a new wave of donations from voters whose candidate (or candidates) did not win. Data from recent elections shows rage donors take their candidate’s loss in a presidential bid as inspiration to donate more to causes associated with the candidate’s party, while the winning team’s incoming gifts drop off.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Your fundraising appeals are often the only thing your donor sees from your nonprofit. Here's how your appeal's voice can encourage giving.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2024

From paying bills to staying in touch with family and friends to researching tomorrow’s weather, people expect to be able to do just about anything from their mobile phones. Donating is no different—your nonprofit’s supporters want fast, easy, convenient ways to show their support anytime, anywhere. That’s where mobile giving comes in. Explore the tips and resources in this guide to improve your nonprofit’s mobile fundraising strategy: Mobile giving: FAQs 5 types of mobile giving Benefits of mob

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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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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

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 whether it’s a good strategy to include your impact report with your appeal mailing: Dear Charity Clairity, We have started mailing quarterly impact reports to those midlevel and major donors who aren’t emailable, and emailing otherwise.

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OneCause

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Securing a corporate sponsorship for your nonprofit is a great way to increase support for your events or general operations. Get started with our guide.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Constant Contact acquired Txtify Technologies, which specializes in mobile-first lead generation through customized microsites and surveys.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When your grantmaking organization first started, you didn’t need a lot of functionality to manage your single program and a handful of grantees. But as your grantmaking has gotten more complex, you need a system that can evolve with you. With the several mergers happening in the grantmaking space, understanding the GMS landscape is trickier than ever.

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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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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

An optimized donation page is key to turning visitors into supporters, ensuring they have a smooth, impactful giving experience. With CauseVox, you can create a donation page that does more than collect contributions—it engages donors, reinforces your brand, and inspires confidence in your cause. Here are 5 characteristics of an optimized donation page to help you create one that maximizes both donor experience and fundraising success. 1.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The post How East York Probus Club Streamlined Operations and Enhanced the Member Experience with WildApricot – Case Study appeared first on WildApricot.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In peer-to-peer fundraising, success isn’t just defined by the day of the event. Here's how to create an excellent participant journey.

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Nonprofit AF

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Hi everyone, I am sick to my soul. I write to process my feelings, but I am not sure how.

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