Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2022

Two years of pandemic fundraising have made online fundraising mainstream for most nonprofits. Online fundraising makes it simpler for your donors to give and easier for them to make recurring donations to support your mission. It also allows you to reach a greater number of supporters. As you take advantage of new opportunities to use online fundraising to grow and engage your donor community, make sure that you know what you need to know to be compliant. .

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 19, 2022

In this edition, we take on nonprofit branding and marketing, and highlight the critical elements that all nonprofits need to know now. Expensive design, strategy, and marketing are no longer the norm. Nonprofits now have affordable, accessible resources available, and it is more important than ever to show up well to capture your share of voice. To learn more, check out the advice of the experts featured in this month's ZGIVE INSIDER magazine.

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Association TV

APRIL 20, 2022

Why measure engagement in 2022? Digital engagement is the direct line into your audience’s unfiltered and unbiased opinion. Full stop. Okay, so why would you want an unfiltered and unbiased opinion? Because this helps you understand what your audience loves about you, and what they don’t like so much.

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.orgSource

APRIL 20, 2022

As a consultant, I’m in the business of giving advice. But I’ll tell you a secret, my best recommendations often come from the outstanding colleagues and leaders in my network. “Pathways to Excellence: A Journey to Association 4.0,” is a paper that outlines our strategies for success in the digital marketplace. We identified eight traits […]. The post Strengthen Your Core—8 Competencies for Success in Digital Markets appeared first on.orgSource.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 21, 2022

A major motivator for generous giving to nonprofit organizations is contributing to a solution and changing something for the better. According to the Fidelity Charitable Overcoming Barriers to Giving Report, 65% of donors would give more if they knew the impact of their donations. After all, there is nothing more disappointing than contributing hard-earned money to what looks like a good cause, and then having absolutely no idea whether it made any difference.

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Association TV

APRIL 20, 2022

Why measure engagement in 2022? Digital engagement is the direct line into your audience’s unfiltered and unbiased opinion. Full stop. Okay, so why would you want an unfiltered and unbiased opinion? Because this helps you understand what your audience loves about you, and what they don’t like so much.

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APRIL 20, 2022

It's National Volunteer Week! Fun fact, each year about 62 million Americans volunteer at their local schools, with NGOs, with disaster preparedness and response groups, and community centers and homeless shelters. From migrant centers to parks, animals to people, education to healthcare there are thousands of volunteer opportunities that span just about every skill and talent.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 20, 2022

One of the simplest ways to boost volunteer engagement and retention at your association is to have leadership create meaningful connections with volunteers. When volunteers feel appreciated, they’re more likely to invest in your association, saving your staff precious time and resources. As you develop your volunteer program, members become association ambassadors, helping to build public trust in your organization. .

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 18, 2022

Your fundraising success starts by putting your annual fundraising campaign(s) calendar together. It can be really fun to identify the key dates and event timelines that you will build out to help you reach your nonprofit’s revenue goals. But.then what? What else can you do during the rest of the year?

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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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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

If you’ve ever led an advocacy campaign, you know that it has an incredible number of moving pieces. As you quickly grow and engage your audience , it can be easy to lose track of your campaign plan. That’s why planning is the most important stage in your advocacy campaign. It’s what determines your chances of success or failure. By following these suggestions during your planning process, you’ll be better prepared to drive awareness and make meaningful change at a local, national, or global lev

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Blue Avocado

APRIL 21, 2022

Leann Malone, the Executive Director of Lancaster County First Steps, talks to Blue Avocado about strong business acumen, retaining qualified staff, and keeping the eye on the bottom line. BA: What advice do you have for a young person considering working in the nonprofit sector? LM: If you’re serious about it, working in nonprofits is […]. The post Leann Malone: Working in Nonprofits is a Calling appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 18, 2022

Many associations find it challenging to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and take a stance at their organization. However, it’s crucial for leaders to embrace DEI principles and empower the staff and members in their association, especially as 71% of association professionals seek to develop and improve DEI efforts, according to the Community Brands Association Trends Study. .

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 21, 2022

It's well known that having a strong, trusting relationship where both the CEO and Board Chair work in partnership, is beneficial to leading an organization. Yet, it remains one of the trickiest dynamics. Here are four tips that can improve this partnership.

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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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Hands on Fundraising

APRIL 19, 2022

Are you thinking about lapsed donors right now? We’ve been living through a few years of crisis, calamity, catastrophe… you name it. From Covid to conflict, it’s been a heck of a ride. This climate has been good to some organizations. Human services and international aid – these are needs that are ever-present in people’s […]. The post Lapsed donors: you don’t really want to say goodbye, do you?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2022

In April 2022, Microsoft took a major step in the direction of its cloud-first model for nonprofits , an effort to align Microsoft philanthropy efforts with the security and operational capabilities of cloud computing. Most donated, on-premises licenses were moved into discounted offers. It's the latest reason nonprofits are much better off moving to the cloud and leveraging its significant advantages.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 22, 2022

Change is never easy. According to a Gartner study , 50% of all change initiatives fail and only 34% succeed. When the time comes to introduce new prices at your association, transparency is key. Creating a clear communication plan to detail the shift in offerings and address potential member concerns is a necessary strategy in navigating change. .

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 22, 2022

Turnkey runs many peer experience sharing groups for C-Suite social good executives. In those private rooms, leadership talks about struggles with workforce issues regarding where and how people work. Here’s what we’ve heard.

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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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DonorPerfect

APRIL 22, 2022

Pro tips from design expert Abby Guido The DonorPerfect team asked Abby Guido, design expert and educator at Temple University, for advice and free resources nonprofits can use to dial in brand strategy and boost visibility. Strategic branding is critical for your nonprofit to build trust among your supporters and get the word out about Read More ».

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Donorbox

APRIL 21, 2022

As a nonprofit organization, your website is crucial to your fundraising efforts. Potential donors will look to your website in order to learn more about your organization and its mission and decide whether they believe in it enough to contribute their time or money. As such, you want to find a website builder that will […]. The post 11 Best Website Builders for Nonprofits (Reviewed & Compared) [2022] appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Qgiv

APRIL 19, 2022

We owe our clients a big thank you! Qgiv has received multiple awards based on ratings submitted by Qgiv users to software review sites G2 , Capterra , and Software Advice. These awards cover a range of topics, including top fundraising software, quality of customer support, ease of implementation, and ease of use. Placement in Capterra’s Shortlist Report is based on favorable user ratings and product popularity.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 22, 2022

Reach and engage more supporters by planning the perfect hybrid event. This free template lays out a timeline of what steps to take in the months, weeks, and days leading up to and following your next event. Use it to help your team visualize how much work needs to be done and what should be prioritized to ensure everything goes off without a hitch.

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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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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2022

Earth Day reminds each and every one of us of our responsibility to the planet. It is not a time to reflect, it is a time to act. At Salesforce.org, we are proud to see how much of our community — whether it’s our employees, our partners, or the nonprofits we support — is jumping in through funding, advocacy, or volunteering. We believe, we know, that moving the needle on climate change requires collaboration on all levels.

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Donorbox

APRIL 17, 2022

Your volunteers are helpful, dedicated, and demonstrate a strong commitment to your nonprofit. So, are you showing them your appreciation? Without expressing your gratitude for generously sharing their time, these individuals – who are the heart and soul of many nonprofits – may not feel engaged with your organization, and may find another place to […].

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sgEngage

APRIL 18, 2022

Whenever you’re implementing a big change in an organization—whether it’s strengthening internal controls or implementing a new software system—it is critical to have a strategy and get buy-in across all areas of the organization. Do not rely on a few decision makers if you want a smooth transition. Change is hard and building a strong internal controls structure in your nonprofit when there has not been one previously takes time.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 20, 2022

In this episode of The NonProfit Voice, Amanda Cole, editor-in-chief of NonProfit PRO, is joined by Lucas Carvalho vice president of corporate resources for BAMSI, and Gabriel Bergeron, Northeast regional manager for risk management services at Philadelphia Insurance Companies.

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Advertiser: Digital Ocean

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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