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Heroes Shaping the Future of Education Technology

.orgSource

I’d like to introduce you to a group of unsung heroes. While the pandemic was making kids cranky and parents crazy, members of the California IT in Education Association (CITE), were on the frontlines restoring order. They worked tirelessly, often putting their health at risk, to ensure that every child in grades K through 12 […]. The post Heroes Shaping the Future of Education Technology appeared first on.orgSource.

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3 Common Problems in Nonprofit Event Planning

NonProfit PRO

With in-person events forced to move to virtual, the nonprofit industry has seen a complete change in operations over the last two years. Now, hybrid events are thriving as a way to provide the best of both worlds. During this transition, nonprofits are turning to new event software and tools to create the best experience for their audiences.

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Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask)

Association Analytics

The post Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask) appeared first on Association Analytics.

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[PRODUCT DEMO] Eventgroove Fundraising Software

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Date: Thursday, April 21, 2022. Time: 1pm EDT / 10am PDT. Cost: Free. Presented by: Eventgroove. In this 30-minute product tour of Eventgroove, learn how your nonprofit can easily host online, in-person, and hybrid fundraisers, sell tickets for raffles and auctions, and accept donations online through your website. Built to help your nonprofit fundraise and run events, Eventgroove is an all-in-one integrated platform that embraces and a customer-first approach and provides superb support from

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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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How to Start Grant Writing (+ Templates)

Wild Apricot

As a nonprofit, it’s a good idea to have a variety of revenue sources to fund your missions. One source can be grants. And if you’re looking for support for a specific project or position within your organization, you may have grant writing.

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Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask) – 3/2/22

Association Analytics

The post Everything You Want To Know About Engagement Scoring (but didn’t know to ask) – 3/2/22 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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The Nonprofit Administration Dilemma: How Much Should You Spend on Fundraising?

Get Fully Funded

As your nonprofit starts to blossom, don’t be surprised if you are conflicted over how much to spend on nonprofit administration, especially fundraising. Obviously, donors want as much of their donation as possible to go to your programs, to help change lives. But you have to spend some money on running your nonprofit. And fundraising. You may find yourself spending money on the tech tools.

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Step up your association’s learning program to deliver greater member value

Nimble AMS

Are you giving your members the professional education experience they expect? . Here’s how to take your learning program to the next level and deliver greater member value. . Your association is a trusted source for professional education and training. In the 2021 Association Trends Study by Community Brands, two thirds of members in the study’s survey say they’re required to take professional education and training courses to comply with industry standards.

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Lifetime Value Starts With the Second Gift

NonProfit PRO

The motivation that gets someone to take the first step to support an organization (donating or volunteering) is quite different from their motivation to continue to be engaged. We do not need any further proof of this than the lousy retention rates that nonprofit organizations suffer year after year.

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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.

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Ethical Storytelling for Nonprofits

Blue Avocado

When we embark upon what’s known in the nonprofit world as “donation season,” chances are that your organization thinks about putting together a fundraising video or other media that demonstrates the impact of your work. When I became the in-house Media & Communications Manager at my last nonprofit, I produced those fundraising videos, program photos, […].

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5 Ways To Be A Better Ally

Saleforce Nonprofit

There is a certain reverie that comes from starting to blaze your own trails. What’s even better is looking behind and seeing you’ve left a path to help others, or coming to the aid of someone who needs help on their personal journey up ahead. The goals of the DEI Open Source Commons team center around leveling the playing field for everyone in tech by increasing diversity and inclusion at Salesforce community events, in addition to creating and modeling a toolkit that groups can use

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Where are all my stories hiding?

Hands on Fundraising

So you’re (more) convinced that stories are the way to win over hearts. But now comes the big challenge. Where do I find our stories? I understand. It’s hard! We’ve all been carefully trained to judge our work using metrics. (And you must do that!) But what you need to sleuth out are the stories […]. The post Where are all my stories hiding? appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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3 Ways to Drive a Culture of Philanthropy Instead of a Culture of Charity

NonProfit PRO

There is a lot of talk in our industry about developing a culture of philanthropy. It’s the hot buzzword these days at strategic planning sessions and board retreats. But what does developing a culture of philanthropy really mean in the day-to-day life of a nonprofit professional?

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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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9 Ways to Improve Your Nonprofit’s E-Newsletter

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Your e-newsletter matters more to the success of your campaign than you might think! According to many reports , email marketing is the best channel for return on investment. Despite the rise of social media , it has not been replacing email. Instead, social media has been acting as a complement to email campaigns.

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Creating a Space for Nonprofits to Connect & Share Insights

Saleforce Nonprofit

As a nonprofit industry advisor for Salesforce, everyday I speak with customers whose organizations are facing unprecedented challenges. When the pandemic hit in March 2020, everything changed for them in terms of how they connect with donors, supporters, and beneficiaries. And things are still changing, day by day and moment by moment. I watched it happen and I wondered: How can we at Salesforce help?

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Building on Skills-Based Success

VQ Strategies

Like many nonprofit supporting organizations, the NH Center for Nonprofits organizes the state’s nonprofit “Gives” day, helping to raise and distribute funds to support New Hampshire’s nonprofits. Deborah Clark, who manages the NH Gives Day , received a call in spring 2020 after COVID-19 caused the cancellation of many other community events including those at the NH Charitable Foundation.

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Facebook to Partner with GoodUnited for Challenges

NonProfit PRO

Meta, Facebook’s parent company, announced today that it will enter a co-development deal — centered around Challenges on Facebook — with GoodUnited, a social giving solution with a focus on Facebook fundraising.

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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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11 Nonprofit Podcasts You Need to Listen To [Updated 2022]

Donorbox

Podcasts are one of the fastest-growing cultural phenomena in the United States and beyond. As per a recent study on podcast statistics, 144 million Americans have listened to podcasts at least once and 74% of such users have done so to learn something new. Moreover, listeners spend an average of 6 hours and 37 minutes […]. The post 11 Nonprofit Podcasts You Need to Listen To [Updated 2022] appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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6 Amazing Tips for Asking for Donations with Emails

Qgiv

If you’re looking for a cost-effective and efficient way to ask for donations from your donors and prospects, look no further than a fundraising email! After all, email does have the highest return on investment of any marketing channel. With email, you can send numerous donation asks out with the click of a button. It’s also a great way to update donors and prospects about your current and future projects. .

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How nonprofit leaders can successfully navigate the rough waters of a crisis

ASU Lodestar Center

Illustration by Yuxin Qin. posted by Tammy Fairweather Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us that a crisis can come in all different shapes and sizes, and it can impact just about anyone and everyone. The nonprofit sector has taken a significant hit during the pandemic and become a strong reminder that nonprofit leaders need to have the skills to plan and guide their organization through a crisis successfully.

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It’s Q1: Time to Start Year-End Planning

NonProfit PRO

Every year, nonprofit marketers focus on the sprint that is year-end giving from Giving Tuesday through the end of the year. And every year, we say this feels like it’s all happening sooner — and it actually is!

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

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.

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Demystifying LinkedIn for Social Impact Leaders

Bloomerang

LinkedIn is like a 24/7/365 networking event and many of the people who can make your social impact dreams come true are there. They might even be connected to you already. You know, the folks who can provide a transformational grant, refer your next client for services, interview you for their wide-reaching podcast, or get you up on a panel with your heroes.

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4 Tips to Improve SEO In 2022

Media Cause

Every nonprofit wants to be on the coveted first page of Google results. . With continuous search engine algorithm updates, staying up to date and implementing SEO best practices is key to improving your rank, increasing organic traffic, and standing out from the competition. . In this article, we review 4 SEO tips, both tried and true and new to level up your search engine marketing strategy. .

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6 Website Elements to Include to Drive Year-Round Donations

Greater Giving

The nonprofit fundraising calendar tends to go through phases of ups and downs. The “up” months include the year-end giving season, where donors are inspired to make their last tax-deductible donations for the year. This is also the time when many organizations host their year-end gala or another major event to drive even more donations.

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Are You Marketing Your Brand or Your Mission?

NonProfit PRO

When you think of your brand, it can feel like a nebulous concept sometimes, right? You show up at your organization every day to fulfill a mission, to fill a need and to create opportunity for yourself and others around you. But is that your mission (your “why”) or is that your brand? And where does marketing come into the mix?

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

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.