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The Unsung Hero in Fundraising Campaigns Isn’t Raffles—It’s Sweepstakes!

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Controversial opinion: In many ways, sweepstakes are easier than raffles. . Sweepstakes aren’t just the domain of big, nationwide brands that can conduct far-reaching promotional giveaways. They can also be used by nonprofits large, small, and in between. Especially those who are unable to host raffles due to legalities. Why Sweepstakes Are a Great Option over Raffles.

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5 Ways You Can Become a Better Frontline Fundraiser

NonProfit PRO

If you’re a good frontline fundraiser, you’re always seeking to learn how to do your craft better. Every excellent fundraiser I’ve known is constantly learning, always curious and eager to improve their skills.

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After hacking millions of devices, DoJ operation shuts down RSocks botnet

TechSpot

The RSOCKS botnet originally targeted IoT devices such as industrial control systems, clocks, streaming devices, etc. As the botnet grew, it expanded to include standard desktop, laptop, and Android-based devices. IPs from these devices were collected, stored, and sold to any hacker willing to pay the asking price via a.

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FDA orders Juul to stop selling its vaping products in the US

TechCrunch

The axe has fallen for e-cigarette maker Juul. The FDA ordered the company to stop selling and distributing its ubiquitous vaping devices in the U.S. Thursday, a dramatic end for a company that dominated the e-cigarette market and was valued at $38 billion at the top of its game. Juul will no longer be able to sell its vapes nor its 5% or 3% tobacco and menthol-flavored pods in the U.S. without “risk[ing] enforcement action” from the U.S.

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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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10 Best Practices for Launching and Promoting an Online Sweepstakes Fundraiser for Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

When it comes to online fundraising for nonprofits, a sweepstakes is one of the best options for engaging and activating individual donors. Donors find the idea of winning a coveted prize to be exciting, fun and new, and nonprofits have an opportunity to expand their reach beyond an existing donor base to a broad audience that cares about the cause.

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NASA begins switching off Voyager instruments after almost 45 years

TechSpot

Scientific American reports that NASA is preparing to wind down the Voyager mission, which has endured for over ten times its original projected length. By powering down some instruments, engineers hope others can last into the 2030s.

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NASA completes prelaunch test of its mega moon rocket

Digital Trends

NASA has completed what could have been the final ground test of its next-generation Space Launch System (SLS) rocket before its maiden mission to the moon.

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[Free Webinar] Must-Know Fundraising Data to Build Lasting Donor Connections

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Did you know that nonprofits acquire 10x more donors on Giving Tuesday compared to an average day of the year? And that the average one-time donation is nearly 1.5X more when nonprofits offer ACH, PayPal, and digital wallet payments? Discover more data points like this and how you can incorporate them into your fundraising strategy. In this free webinar , you’ll learn: Data from three key decision-making stages that position your nonprofit for long-term success.

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4 Steps for Fundraisers to Nail Their Next Ask

NonProfit PRO

At last week’s Fundraising Day in New York 2022 from AFP-NYC, the “Making the Ask and Demystifying the Process” panel delved into the art of the ask. Here are a few tactics the panelists suggested to help you succeed in each step along the way — from landing the meeting to responding to the donor’s “no.”.

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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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Keanu Reeves appears to have changed his mind about NFTs

TechSpot

The Hollywood Reporter writes that the Futureverse Foundation, created in collaboration with Non-Fungible Labs and New Zealand-based NFT company Fluf World, will be funding artists whose works will be turned into NFTs. Its aim is to make the metaverse more accessible to people, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

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Activision Blizzard board votes to reelect Bobby Kotick as CEO

Digital Trends

One of the proposals voted on by the shareholders was on which directors would be elected to serve for another term, including Bobby Kotick in the role of CEO.

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NEXT STEPS for organizations that experienced EXTREME GROWTH in 2020 & 2021

Bloomerang

The post NEXT STEPS for organizations that experienced EXTREME GROWTH in 2020 & 2021 appeared first on Bloomerang.

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New Survey Ranks Most Trusted Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Roughly three in five Americans tend to trust nonprofits; however, 43% have lost trust in a nonprofit, with many unwilling to forgive. Using research and brand intelligence from two separate surveys in April 2022, Morning Consult has determined the most trusted brands of 2022.

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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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Proofpoint identifies Microsoft 365 functionality that opens new cloud-based attack vectors

TechSpot

The exploit relies on a four-step attack chain that begins with a specific user's identity being compromised. The malicious actor uses the individual's credentials to access a user's SharePoint or OneDrive accounts, change versioning settings, and then encrypts the files multiple times, leaving no unencrypted version of the compromised files.

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Apple’s Medications app is a game-changer for the chronically ill

Digital Trends

In iOS 16 and WatchOS 9, Apple is introducing a new Medications app. And for chronically ill people, it's game-changing.

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The Why and the How of Updating Your Nonprofit Bylaws

Get Fully Funded

When you started your organization, you drafted a set of nonprofit bylaws which are the rules spelling out how your new venture would operate and how your Board would govern it. Now, you are not so new anymore. Maybe you just celebrated your nonprofit’s second or third birthday. Or maybe your nonprofit has been around for years. Either way, you may find that the bylaws you created before you started raising money and running programs are probably outdated.

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3 Ways to Improve Your Nonprofit’s Annual Plan

NonProfit PRO

A lot of factors go into what a nonprofit can fundraise each year, but there’s no better place to start than with your annual plan. .

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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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SSD prices set to drop 3-8% next quarter due to NAND oversupply

TechSpot

TrendForce writes that while a backstop of orders remains, demand for SSDs has fallen compared to last year's levels when working from home was the norm, and more people were buying computer hardware.

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China could bring first Mars samples to Earth before NASA

Digital Trends

China is aiming to bring the first rock samples from Mars to Earth in 2031, two years before NASA plans to perform the coveted feat.

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Beyond the Logo: Building Brand Identity

Bloomerang

The post Beyond the Logo: Building Brand Identity appeared first on Bloomerang.

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How Nonprofits Can Improve and Protect Their Financial Health

NonProfit PRO

Economic volatility, labor shifts, donor fatigue, and dwindling federal funding present challenges for nonprofits. Fortunately, there are steps nonprofits can take to improve and protect their financial health.

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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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You can now play Doom on a Lego piece

TechSpot

A Twitter user showed off a custom Lego brick containing a tiny display and then proceeded to play Doom on it. The 0.42-inch monochrome OLED screen features a resolution of 72x40, barely enough to see what's happening in-game.

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Microsoft quits its creepy, emotion-reading A.I.

Digital Trends

Microsoft announced it will stop the distribution of its emotion-reading A.I. and heavily restrict its facial recognition software.

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How To Avoid A Catch-And-Release Acquisition Strategy And Create One That Retains New Donors

Bloomerang

One of the most common questions that we get about new donor acquisition is, “How can I recoup my investment?”. While there are several answers to this question, getting a return on your investment (ROI) really starts with two key things: new donor retention and second gift conversions. You might be thinking that attracting first-time donors is what matters most in an acquisition campaign.

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Survey: The Pandemic and Racial Equity Are Changing the Nonprofit Sector

NonProfit PRO

Community leaders detail increased demand, how they're adapting, and what they need now in the Nonprofit Finance Fund's "2022 State of the Nonprofit Sector Survey.".

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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.