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Your Guide to Year-End Fundraising Best Practices

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Jen Frazier , President at Firefly Partners – a women-owned, LGBTQ+ certified, and minority-owned digital marketing agency that develops accessible online experiences that empower progressive organizations to thrive. The end of the year is a critical time for nonprofit fundraising. According to DonorBox nearly one-third of all annual gifts come in December, and nearly half of all online donations come in the last week of the year.

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A Top-Rated Nonprofit Conference Coming This Fall!

NonProfit PRO

Cause Camp is the ultimate nonprofit conference designed for innovative ideas, collaboration, and action. Like a roller coaster, you'll have your hands in the air, laughing, learning, and cheering for more. Our incredible speakers and workshops will challenge you to push past limiting beliefs and discover your full potential! Sign up today and enjoy the amusement park of knowledge, networking, and nonprofit solutions at Cause Camp 2023.

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When Culture is a Skill Set Leaders Reap Rewards—PCI Lives Their Values

.orgSource

What makes for a memorable social event? A case of lite beer, a bag of Bugles, and a bunch of people who don’t know each other won’t be anyone’s Instagram moment. Careful planning is the secret to providing a terrific experience. Organizations that treat culture like an impromptu party will see their “guests” leave early. Culture revolves around personalities and a positive environment depends on understanding the needs of individual players and their interaction as a team.

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Pitch Deck Teardown: ANYbotics’ $50M Series B deck

TechCrunch

Earlier this year, Brian wrote about ANYbotics’ $50 million Series B fundraise , which made me realize it’s been a hot minute since I’ve done a robotics teardown. That changes today, since ANYbotics was kind enough to share its pitch deck so we could take a closer look at the highs and lows of four-legged ‘bots. Since the startup claims it has $150 million in preorders/reservations from gas, oil and chemical companies, and the fact that this is a growth round, I know this

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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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[Recordings] Earn a 2023 Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

The next series of webinars required to earn a Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good starts January 24, 2024, but if you would like to earn the certificate in 2023 — you can purchase the notes and recordings from the last series presented in June-August 2023: [ Pay $20 ] June 28 Recording: How to Create a Social Media Marketing Strategy [ Pay $30 ] July 12 Recording: Facebook & Instagram Best Practices [ Pay $30 ] July 26 Recording: LinkedIn 

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Supermarket AI meal planner suggests chlorine gas and ant-poison recipes

TechSpot

New Zealand supermarket chain Pak 'n' Save is one of many companies to have experimented with generative AI. The result is the Chat GPT 3.5-powered Savey Meal-bot, which suggests meal plans for users after they enter details of any food they have left over. The bot only needs three or.

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Startup founders should care more about Serve Robotics’ listing

TechCrunch

We love mergers and acquisitions here at TechCrunch. We even kind of like reverse mergers. But this latest development in the robotics industry sure has us excited! Delivery robots maker Serve Robotics is going public via a reverse merger with a blank-check company , and it raised $30 million just before the deal. That could be great for the company, but we’re more interested in the visibility this deal grants us into the economics of building, deploying and running a fleet of delivery rob

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Don’t Miss These 10 Nonprofit Conferences in 2023 & 2024

Neon CRM

Nonprofit conferences are a great opportunity for industry professionals to hone their skills, network with their peers, and learn innovative new strategies to help their organizations thrive. Nonprofit conferences can feature a variety of topics, like fundraising, marketing, nonprofit tech, and leadership. Here are 10 nonprofit conferences in 2023 and 2024 you shouldn’t miss!

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5 Ways to Use Lead-Generation Ads to Attract Potential Donors

NonProfit PRO

Lead-generation ads are an ideal way to engage your audience, reinforce your messaging, and, of course, capture leads to add to your email, SMS, and telemarketing lists. Let’s explore five lead-generation ad tactics.

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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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Harnessing generative AI for good

Candid

Generative AI has captured our collective imagination and will likely transform the world as we know it. While the tech sector pours in tens of billions in a race for dominance and future profits, how should nonprofits and philanthropists be thinking about our role? Before we get completely swept up, let’s not forget the previous technology hype cycles that have come and gone.

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Okay, fine, I want Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg to fight

TechCrunch

Elon Musk has disappointed me many times. He bought my favorite social network and made it bad. He has mistreated workers across his companies, and he has permanently ruined the enduring comedy of 420 and 69 jokes. And today, he got my hopes up that he was actually going to cage fight Mark Zuckerberg. I know better than to take anything Elon says at face value.

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How to approach audience research

Big Duck

Get tips on how to consider a different approach when thinking about communications research for your nonprofit.

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Foundation Source Launches Impactfully Select, a SAAS Solution for Private Foundations

NonProfit PRO

Foundation Source announced the launch of Impactfully Select. The SAAS solution allows foundations and their financial, tax, and legal advisors to manage every aspect of their philanthropic efforts.

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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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5 actionable tips for engaging the next generation of donors

Charity Village

In a recent Charity Village article, CanadaHelps addressed the greatest challenges facing charities today. To remedy some of these concerns, Duke Chang, President and CEO of CanadaHelps highlighted the importance of building relationships with younger generations if nonprofits are to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Here are 5 actionable tips that your organization can […] The post 5 actionable tips for engaging the next generation of donors appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Nvidia CEO: We bet the farm on AI and no one knew it

TechCrunch

Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang said today that the company had made an existential business decision in 2018 that few realized would redefine its future, and help redefine an evolving industry.

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Intel is now installing a telemetry data sniffer with its graphics drivers

TechSpot

Intel has introduced a new component in its Arc GPU Graphics Software that seems to have little connection with graphics hardware. The software suite, encompassing GPU drivers and control tools, now incorporates a telemetry-based feature intended to collect and transmit user data back to Intel.

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Increase Your Impact on Social Media

NonProfit PRO

If your nonprofit is struggling to get fans to stop scrolling, you may need to adjust your strategy. If you want to consistently engage your supporters as well as prospective donors, you need to plan, diversify and be consistent. Learn how to master storytelling, create engaging content, and grow your list of supporters with this helpful guide!

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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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Candid Data for Academics: Go back to school with better data 

Candid

Back-to-school season can mean different things for different people. To college students, it might mean the start of a new year of knowledge and self-discovery. For parents, it might mean shopping for supplies and mapping out carpool schedules. At Candid, it means thinking about how we can get more data into the hands of academic researchers for the betterment of the social sector.

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Singapore wealth management platform Endowus raises $35M

TechCrunch

Back in 2021 and early 2022, there was a flurry of VC interest in Southeast Asian investment apps. One of them was Singapore-based Endowus , which raised two rounds in rapid succession: a Series A in June 2021 followed just seven months later by $25.6 million in follow-on funding. Now two years later, despite a much different funding environment, especially for fintech startups , Endowus is announcing another round.

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AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT Re-Review: What Should Have Been

TechSpot

Let's pretend for a minute it's 2022 again, and the Radeon RX 7900 XT is just getting released. But in this scenario, the GPU is introduced with 9 months of driver development and $150 slashed off the MSRP.

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How to Meaningfully Coach Your Frontline Fundraiser

NonProfit PRO

If you’re like most nonprofit leaders, you probably aren’t spending much time meaningfully coaching the fundraisers on your team, but that’s nothing to feel bad about. Let’s talk about some tips to help you be a better coach to your fundraisers.

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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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Why I’m no longer donating to your no-good, very bad nonprofit

Nonprofit AF

[Image description: Two human hands with gold rings and a gold watch, holding a dozen or so US dollar bills, most of them in denominations of $20, with at least one $100.

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BlueJeans folds

TechCrunch

Verizon dropped hundreds of millions on BlueJeans at the height of the pandemic lockdowns. Three years and some change later, the lesser-known video-conferencing app is done for, the telecom giant told users today. In a mass email, Verizon wrote that it “made the difficult decision to sunset our suite of BlueJeans products.” 9to5Google first reported the news. ( Verizon is TechCrunch’s former parent company.

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AI boom could lead to a new GPU shortage, but Nvidia says the current problem is just packaging

TechSpot

Recent statements from AI companies indicate that the AI boom is increasing the demand for GPUs to the point where some report shortages. Nvidia claims its supply chains haven't totally failed to meet demand but are encountering minor snags, somewhat allaying fears.

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Utilize Social Media Marketing to Support Your Nonprofit’s Digital Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

Social media has transformed the fundraising landscape for nonprofits, providing opportunities for organizations to connect, engage, and rally support from their audience. Here’s how you can optimize your digital marketing efforts this giving season.

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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.