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Threads for Nonprofits: 5 Tips for the Early Adoption Phase

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Nonprofit Tech for Good launched in 2005 as a Myspace page and in the 18 years since we’ve been through multiple early adoption phases of new social media — first Facebook and Twitter and then on to LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, and Tumblr. The early days and weeks, and sometimes even months, are when your nonprofit is most likely to experience the fastest organic growth rate of new followers.

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Using Tech to Thrive in Challenging Times

NonProfit PRO

Because charitable giving is on the decline, nonprofits are looking for ways to increase impact while decreasing costs. Here are four ways that a cloud-powered digital strategy can help nonprofits do more with less.

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Cast Video with Strategy to Create Stellar Communications 

.orgSource

Giving your association’s stories their 15 minutes of fame has never been easier. Video has an immediacy and impact that consistently outpaces other mediums. I’m glad to see so many organizations producing compelling content. Some professionals still think of video as a one-off initiative. In fact, it has the potential to be the star of your communication campaigns and the basis for multiple other varieties of messaging.

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Windows 12 rumored to arrive in fall 2024 with a floating taskbar and an AI focus

TechSpot

We've heard plenty of rumors about Windows 12 this year. While Microsoft has yet to officially confirm it is in the works, there have been several hints pointing to its existence. One of these came at the Build 2023 developer conference in the form of a video screenshot that referred.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

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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2023 Website Statistics for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

A supplemental post to 101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits , the website statistics listed below can guide your nonprofit in creating and maintaining a website that maximizes the user experience and fundraising success. Website Design 94% of consumers/donors say that their first impression of a brand is based on its website’s design. [ Web FX ] 25% of website visitors will abandon a website if it takes more than four seconds to load. [ Website Builder Expert ] 5

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Advanced Techniques for Research with ChatGPT

Machine Learning Mastery

Last Updated on July 5, 2023 Research has always been essential to human progress and has evolved tremendously over the past few years. With the advent of advanced technologies, new tools and techniques have emerged to conduct more efficient research and to stay at the forefront of knowledge. One such technology is ChatGPT, a large […] The post Advanced Techniques for Research with ChatGPT appeared first on MachineLearningMastery.com.

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AMD AI chips are nearly as fast as Nvidia's, MosaicML says

TechSpot

As Nvidia's recent surge in market capitalization clearly demonstrates, the AI industry is in desperate need of new hardware to train large language models (LLMs) and other AI-based algorithms. While server and HPC GPUs may be worthless for gaming, they serve as the foundation for data centers and supercomputers that.

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[Free Webinar] Unleash AI’s Potential: 5 Practical Strategies for Year-End Fundraising Success

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Join us for an engaging webinar where we dive into the world of year-end fundraising and reveal the incredible potential of AI. In the era of AI buzz, we take a practical approach to show you how to leverage AI to save time and raise more! Discover five actionable strategies that will empower your nonprofit to achieve fundraising success as the year draws to a close.

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A Guide to Setting Your Nonprofit’s Website Goals

NonProfit PRO

To create your nonprofit’s website, you need clear goals to guide your content and design. Follow these best practices to set measurable website goals.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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[ASK AN EXPERT] What Are Some Foolproof Phrases And Words For Successful Fundraising Appeals?

Bloomerang

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 the best words and phrases for successful fundraising appeals: Dear Charity Clairity, I’d like to spiff up my appeal writing.

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Cybercriminals are circumventing email security with image-based scams

TechSpot

Security researchers at Inky recently discovered a rash of fraudulent emails that bypass certain conventional spam filters by using image attachments and QR codes. The scams don't appear to have a specific target but all attempt to steal employee credentials.

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GPT-4 API general availability and deprecation of older models in the Completions API

OpenAI

GPT-3.5 Turbo, DALL·E and Whisper APIs are also generally available, and we are releasing a deprecation plan for older models of the Completions API, which will retire at the beginning of 2024.

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How to Engage a Gift Prospect

NonProfit PRO

As a nonprofit professional, you learn the importance of generating time, talent and treasure for the institution you represent. Here are some tips to cultivate and connect with engaged gift prospects.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

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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Nonprofit Strategic Planning: Ultimate Guide + 7 Examples

Bloomerang

Nonprofit strategic planning can help your organization meet challenges effectively and take advantage of new opportunities. Despite the many benefits that strategic planning can bring, 49 percent of nonprofits lack a strategic plan. Organizations that do have a strategic plan continually express the advantages that this type of preparation gives them.

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Twitter lawyers threaten Meta with lawsuit over "misappropriated" trade secrets

TechSpot

Shortly following the massive rush to Threads, Twitter's legal team sternly warned Meta that it would aggressively protect its intellectual property rights. The fear is that Meta poached "dozens" of former Twitter employees, including some who "had and continue to have access to Twitter's trade secrets.

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Using the Natural Language Understanding Capability of ChatGPT

Machine Learning Mastery

Last Updated on July 3, 2023 ChatGPT as a Large Language Model, is well-known for understanding human languages. Instead of asking ChatGPT for an answer you don’t know, you can make it work on existing information while leveraging the natural language understanding (NLU) capability. In this post, you will learn How to make ChatGPT produce […] The post Using the Natural Language Understanding Capability of ChatGPT appeared first on MachineLearningMastery.com.

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Endaoment and Gitcoin Unveil New $200,000 Universal Impact Pool

NonProfit PRO

Endaoment unveiled the Universal Impact Pool (UIP), a new type of fundraising vehicle for philanthropic giving in collaboration with the public goods asset allocation platform, Gitcoin.

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How to Scale Recurring Giving for Sustainable Growth

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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Major Gifts Still Require A Personal Touch: Here’s Why AI Alone Won’t Work For Fundraising

Bloomerang

Hardly a day goes by, or an hour for that matter, without hearing about Artificial Intelligence, or as it is more affectionately known — AI. The explosion of activity is mind-numbing — venture capitalists have been throwing money at AI start-ups, investing over $11 billion in May alone, according to data firm PitchBook , an increase of 86% over the same month last year.

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Where does Intel stand today? Three key challenges ahead

TechSpot

We've been receiving many inquiries lately about the current state of Intel. Since this topic seems to be of great fascination for much of the semiconductor world, we thought it might help to put our thoughts down here.

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5 ways to practice employee empowerment at your association

Nimble AMS

Your association’s success depends upon the success of your employees. To ensure your organization thrives, you’ll need to invest in your staff. But how can you make a conscious effort to elevate staff across your association? By being intentional about employee empowerment. Read our blog for five employee empowerment strategies you can adopt at your organization today.

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3 Steps to Avoid Resentment After Rejecting a Board Member

NonProfit PRO

When someone has been a volunteer, annual donor or dues-paying member, they may seem like a great prospective board member, but what happens when you have to reject that board member? Here are three tips to produce a better outcome — for both the rejected board candidate and the nonprofit.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

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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Early guidance on Threads, Meta’s answer to Twitter

M+R

Reading time: 4 minutes Look, nobody really wants to join a new social media platform. But we do need a place where we can reach supporters, share content, and look at pictures of other people’s dogs — preferably without being subjected to harassment, trolling, misinformation, and attacks on our democracy. So the search continues. Maybe you dipped your toes in with Hive or Spoutible, but didn’t find enough engagement.

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Company receives FAA special airworthiness certification for its flying car

TechSpot

Alef Aeronautics, the California-based sustainable mobility company that announced its flying car last year, has been granted a Special Airworthiness Certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The certification is the first of its kind for the new class of hybrid driving/flying vehicles.

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TL;DR Difference Between Threads and Twitter

Whole Whale

This will probably also be playing out in courts or cage matches as Elon’s Twitter deals with Zuckerberg’s Threads by Instagram. The truth for organizations is that it makes sense to at least claim your Thread profile from your Instagram account, regardless of how you plan to use it. Character Limit : Threads gives users a 500-character count limit, while unverified Twitter users have a maximum of 280 characters.

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GrantWatch is Rethinking the Grant-Seeking Process With 20 New Features

NonProfit PRO

GrantWatch.com is rethinking the grant-seeking process with new features that simplify and enhance the complex landscape of grant seeking. With a robust lineup of 20 new and enhanced features, GrantWatch offers a comprehensive suite of tools, designed to optimize the grant-seeking journey.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

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.