Nonprofit Tech for Good
OCTOBER 9, 2020
By Scot Chisholm , CEO and Co-founder of Classy ––a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. The entire social sector learned a valuable lesson in 2020: even the most rigorous planning can’t insulate us from the need to be flexible and adapt to the changing world around us.
Wild Apricot
OCTOBER 7, 2020
GivingTuesday is coming up on December 1, 2020. Get ready to make this your most successful year yet by following best practices from these GivingTuesday email campaigns.
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Blue Fox
OCTOBER 5, 2020
How to Prepare for a Digital Giving Season Fundraisers certainly have their work cut out for them this year. Coronavirus. Racism. Unemployment. Riots. Business closures. Natural disasters. A contentious election year. All of these make for a super challenging fundraising environment. So, what’s a fundraising organization to do with giving season right around the corner?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 9, 2020
“On the path to success, we trip and lose our footing from time to time. But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch , author of the book, Fail More: Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We all fail. It’s a part of business, and it’s a part of life,” explains Wooditch.
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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.
AccelEvents
OCTOBER 8, 2020
Many in the events industry are eager and hopeful that someday soon, they will be able to make a return to in-person, physical events. However, with the coronavirus still raging and necessary physical gathering limitations still in place, this return is unlikely before 2021 making hybrid events, a welcome and necessary tool. . Hybrid events, and virtual events in general, offer increased audience accessibility and allow the event organizer and attendees alike a more valuable experience. .
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VQ Strategies
OCTOBER 8, 2020
In our recent blog , we explored the importance of making the case for volunteer engagement as a strategy to sustain your organization. An important part of making the case is demonstrating how engaging volunteers (and doing that well) can continue to support and enhance our organizations’ mission delivery at all phases of this global pandemic crisis.
BoardAssist
OCTOBER 7, 2020
We learned a lot at the recent BoardAssist Nonprofit Board Summit on how to be an outstanding board member. Our amazing panelists, some of New York’s most prominent nonprofit and corporate board members, had lots of practical and actionable advice for those of us who want to truly #bethechange. Some key take-aways: Be a Cheerleader. Do everything you can to support the Executive Director, no matter how large or small the task is.
AccelEvents
OCTOBER 8, 2020
As most companies and brands know, event sponsorship is a great way to get in front of a captive, targeted audience. The opportunity to grow brand awareness, generate and capture leads, and to convert sales is almost always worth the initial investment. . But does the same hold true for virtual events? . The good news is that virtual events can provide even more benefits and a greater return on investment (ROI) than a traditional physical event. .
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 6, 2020
Demonstrate your leadership credibility by: Practicing what you preach. Walking the talk. Ensuring your actions are consistent with your words. Putting money where your mouth is. Following through on your promises. Doing what you say you will do. Good, quick tips from the book. The Leadership Challenge. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me a copy of the book.
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.
Nimble AMS
OCTOBER 8, 2020
As an association professional, you face a variety of challenges: Acquiring and retaining members. Driving non-dues revenue. Gaining the insights you need to make informed business decisions. How do you begin to tackle them? The good news is that you’re not alone. Others are taking on common challenges that face associations, and they’re sharing their stories.
Bloomerang
OCTOBER 6, 2020
Giving Tuesday is just around the corner , and a great way to make the most of it is to encourage volunteers to raise money for you from their friends on Facebook that day! In case you aren’t already familiar, Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving that falls the Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States. In 2020 it falls on December 1. You can learn more at GivingTuesday.org.
AccelEvents
OCTOBER 5, 2020
With physical events and social gatherings requiring attendance restrictions and physical distancing, many event organizers and planners are wondering how they can facilitate networking at their event while following the mandates and keeping attendees safe from the coronavirus. . While early on in the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting a virtual event was the obvious solution.
NonProfit Hub
OCTOBER 8, 2020
So, you’re starting a nonprofit, that’s great! The world needs people like you. Your next step is choosing specific software tools that can help you get it off the ground. But here’s the problem, how do you know which ones are right for you when they all seem to be offering similar services? Good news, I have some of the answers. Let’s look at eight amazing tools designed to help your nonprofit be a success. 1.
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!
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 8, 2020
Some of my favorite quotes for leaders are: A good leader takes a little more than his share of the blame, a little less than his share of the credit -- Arnold H. Glasgow I praise loudly, I blame softly -- Catherine II of Russia Honest disagreement is often a good sign of progress -- Mohandas Gandhi A long dispute means that both parties are wrong -- Voltaire The least questioned assumptions are often the most questionable -- Paul Broca These and many more compelling quotes can be found in Susan
ASU Lodestar Center
OCTOBER 8, 2020
Illustration by Jocelyn Ruiz. posted by Kim Roe Spring 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. In the Journal of Nonprofit Management and Leadership, Seung-Chul Yoo and Minette Drumwright provided data from 2017 indicating that “…86 percent of U.S. nonprofits used some form of online fundraising and 61 percent of donors worldwide reported that they prefer to give online.
AccelEvents
OCTOBER 8, 2020
Many in the events industry are eager and hopeful that someday soon, they will be able to make a return to in-person, physical events. However, with the coronavirus still raging and necessary physical gathering limitations still in place, this return is unlikely before 2021 making hybrid events, a welcome and necessary tool. . Hybrid events, and virtual events in general, offer increased audience accessibility and allow the event organizer and attendees alike a more valuable experience. .
DipJar
OCTOBER 6, 2020
We’re excited to announce SparkVirtual, a new solution that will help you expand your fundraising efforts into the virtual space. Additionally, in an effort to make DipJar more valuable, accessible, and affordable, we created three new pricing plans that include lower transactions costs, decreased subscription fees, and customizable plans for Enterprise customers.
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 5, 2020
Your employees have different learning styles – typically falling within these three categories: Visual Learners Auditory Learners Tactile Learners Therefore, it’s best to incorporate all three styles when teaching something new, according to the book, Customer Service Management Training 101. Keep in mind that: Visual learns learn by seeing. These learners retain well when they read or see the material.
DNL OmniMedia
OCTOBER 5, 2020
Custom mobile apps are a powerful way to engage your supporters, especially today, as virtual engagement increasingly becomes the norm for missions of all sizes. Consider these statistics : 1 in 5 Americans access the Internet primarily through a smartphone. 1 in 4 donors use mobile devices to discover and learn about new nonprofits. 25% of donors complete their donations using mobile devices.
AccelEvents
OCTOBER 8, 2020
As most companies and brands know, event sponsorship is a great way to get in front of a captive, targeted audience. The opportunity to grow brand awareness, generate and capture leads, and to convert sales is almost always worth the initial investment. . But does the same hold true for virtual events? . The good news is that virtual events can provide even more benefits and a greater return on investment (ROI) than a traditional physical event. .
NonProfit Hub
OCTOBER 9, 2020
Cause Camp 2020 is officially in the books! Nonprofit professionals from all over the country tuned in for two full days of premium education, inspiration, and connection. Our team owes a big ‘thank you’ to our Cause Camp host, Julia Campbell , who gracefully led us through both days of programming. Here is a recap of Cause Camp 2020. . The Ameritas Inspire Series honored those in the nonprofit industry who have made a difference in their community.
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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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2020
To sharpen your public-speaking and presentation skills, I recommend reading the book, Talk Like TED , by Carmine Gallo. Gallo explains that the most engaging presentations are: Emotional – They touch your heart. And, where you really sense emotions, dreams and imagination. Novel – They teach the audience something new. Something brilliant and something that stands out.
Connection Cafe
OCTOBER 9, 2020
As we round out a whirlwind of a year and look ahead to the year-end giving season, it’s a good idea to take stock of the tools you’re working with. With the shift to virtual fundraising and engagement over the past several months, technology is more important than ever before for the nonprofit sector. By now, it’s clear that the right tools to help you generate and use data in smarter ways will be key to ensuring resiliency for your nonprofit going forward.
AccelEvents
OCTOBER 7, 2020
Event Planning is not a walk in the park. You have to deal with vendors, get all the resources, and deal with the guest list. With the massive amount of work, mistakes are unavoidable. Unfortunately, even the tiniest mistakes are noticeable by guests. However, if you are aware of the common mistakes in event planning, you can make sure you avoid them.
ASU Lodestar Center
OCTOBER 5, 2020
Illustration by Jocelyn Ruiz. posted by Jessica Cooper, RD, CD, CSSD, Spring 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. As of 2016, Millennials (those born between 1981-1996) are the largest generation in the U.S. workforce and will comprise 75 percent of the global workforce by 2025. Millennials are often referred to as the “job hopping generation” due to their tendency to change jobs more frequently than previous generations.
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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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