Association Analytics

AUGUST 26, 2024

The post 5 Practical Ways to Segment Your Association Audiences appeared first on Association Analytics.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 28, 2024

Ready to unlock your potential and enter the world of AI without the tech-speak headache!? In just one hour, AI for Anyone transforms confusion into confidence, equipping you with practical skills to navigate the AI landscape safely and effectively. Dive into a fun, relatable course through our 6 AI fundamentals: Reality, Nature, Risks, Benefits, and Responsible Use of AI.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 26, 2024

Is your association waiting to adopt new technology? Maybe you lack staff buy-in or have budget concerns. Perhaps you’re worried about losing your member data or don’t have a clear strategy for determining which software would best benefit your organization. Waiting to adopt new technology can greatly cost your association. Digital transformation is critical in future-proofing your organization.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 27, 2024

Discover effective donor retention strategies for nonprofits with our comprehensive blog. Learn how to build lasting relationships, increase donor loyalty and enhance your fundraising efforts through proven techniques and expert insights.

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 30, 2024

By Jessica Fox , writer at Eventgroove – a one-stop, integrated platform for events, fundraisers, and e-commerce driven to help its customers amplify their brand and reach their goals. Most nonprofits would love to have more young people join their cause as volunteers or donors. However, attracting younger generations can seem like solving a Rubik’s Cube in the dark.

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TechSpot

AUGUST 26, 2024

Security researchers at Quarkslab have discovered a backdoor in millions of RFID cards developed by Shanghai Fudan Microelectronics (FMSH). When properly exploited, this backdoor could be used to quickly clone contactless smart cards that regulate access to office buildings and hotel rooms worldwide.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 30, 2024

Looking for top-notch accounting software for your nonprofit without breaking the bank? Explore the best free options available. We'll highlight features, benefits, and how they can streamline your organization’s finances and help you focus on your mission.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2024

We’re on the edge of the largest transfer of wealth in North American history–an estimated $84 trillion will move from Baby Boomers to their younger counterparts over the next 30 years. Is your nonprofit ready? The good news is this is an open book test! Bloomerang and Qgiv’s 2024 Generational Giving Report surveyed over 1,000 donors of all ages to learn how donor giving preferences are changing, what different generations are looking for before they donate, the communication channels preferred

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 28, 2024

Max Friedman, CEO of Givebutter, joins The NonProfit Voice to discuss the $50 million investment the company recently received.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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TechSpot

AUGUST 27, 2024

Solar alone made up 60% of the 20.2 gigawatts of fresh capacity that went online from January through June. A large chunk of this can be attributed to two plants – a 600+ megawatt installation in Texas and another in Nevada.

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Machine Learning Mastery

AUGUST 26, 2024

As we progress through 2024, machine learning (ML) continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Python, with its rich ecosystem of libraries, remains at the forefront of ML development. In this post, we’ll explore the top 10 Python libraries dominating the ML scene in 2024, how the field has changed since 2020, and the key […] The post 10 Must-Know Python Libraries for Machine Learning in 2024 appeared first on MachineLearningMastery.com.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 28, 2024

As your organization plans to leverage your association management software (AMS) to meet your goals, it’s important to work with your customer success team to ensure you’re getting the most out of your AMS. As you build a thriving community with your customer success team, you’ll have the tools and resources you need to utilize your AMS and meet the needs of your entire organization.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 27, 2024

In nonprofit leadership, the synergy between collaboration and consensus is crucial for driving sustainable impact and success. Here's why.

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TechSpot

AUGUST 29, 2024

China imposed stringent export controls on two critical semiconductor materials, germanium and gallium, in 2023, a move that has since rippled through global markets. These materials are vital for the production of advanced microprocessors and military optical hardware, and the restrictions have raised alarms over potential shortages in Western production capabilities.

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Machine Learning Mastery

AUGUST 28, 2024

Reinforcement Learning (RL) has emerged as a powerful paradigm in artificial intelligence, enabling machines to learn optimal behavior through interaction with their environment. In RL, an agent learns to make decisions by performing actions and receiving rewards or penalties, ultimately aiming to maximize cumulative rewards over time. This approach has led to remarkable advancements across […] The post 5 Groundbreaking Applications of Reinforcement Learning in 2024 appeared first on Machi

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 26, 2024

Are your board members unengaged ? Do they show up at board meetings with about as much enthusiasm as a person waiting in line at the DMV? Are your board meetings about as exciting as watching paint dry? It’s time to shake it up, friends! Here are three ways to engage your board members and get them energized and enthusiastic about your cause! Step 1: Engage your board members by making it fun If you currently follow “Robert’s Rules of Order” and feel your board meetings are just that— bored mee

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 30, 2024

Text fundraising is a great way to reach donors, regardless of location. But what’s the difference between text-to-donate and text-to-give?

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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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TechSpot

AUGUST 28, 2024

Companies are investing billions of dollars into AI and machine learning, despite the slow returns and plenty of failures. The RAND Corporation wanted to find out what was behind this high failure rate of 80%, so it interviewed 65 data scientists and engineers with at least five years of experience.

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Machine Learning Mastery

AUGUST 25, 2024

When we analyze relationships between variables in machine learning, we often find that a straight line doesn’t tell the whole story. That’s where polynomial transformations come in, adding layers to our regression models without complicating the calculation process. By transforming our features into their polynomial counterparts—squares, cubes, and other higher-degree terms—we give linear models the […] The post Capturing Curves: Advanced Modeling with Polynomial R

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Hands on Fundraising

AUGUST 27, 2024

Memorial gifts – the most emotional gift? It’s not a gift you look forward to making – or inspiring. It represents someone’s loss and sadness – though also their hope. As a fundraiser, a memorial gift is one of the most emotional gifts you will likely receive. For me, the question is personal. When I […] The post How do you handle the most emotional gift?

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 29, 2024

In this exclusive Q&A, Nathan Safran, vice president of research at NAPCO Research, unpacks the value of impact reports for nonprofits.

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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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TechSpot

AUGUST 28, 2024

Today we'll show you how to boost the gaming performance of your Ryzen CPU by 10% with one simple trick. Sounds too good to be true, right? But somehow, this actually works.

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Machine Learning Mastery

AUGUST 30, 2024

Predictive modeling in finance uses historical data to forecast future trends and outcomes. R, a powerful statistical programming language, provides a robust set of tools and libraries for financial analysis and modeling. This article explores the key techniques and packages in R that are commonly used for predictive modeling in finance. We’ll cover time series […] The post Using R for Predictive Modeling in Finance appeared first on MachineLearningMastery.com.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 30, 2024

I attended bbcon for the first time in 2018 and have returned at every chance. Why? Because it’s worth it. The conference consistently delivers value – insights you won’t find anywhere else, connections with Blackbaud users from around the world, and opportunities to advance your career as a nonprofit professional. Here are my top 5 reasons for coming back year after year: Networking : There’s something about bbcon that makes it easy to connect with other nonprofit professionals.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 26, 2024

Content creation currently lacks a place in most nonprofit revenue and marketing strategies. Here's how to adjust for fundraising success.

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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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