NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 16, 2022
Co-leadership isn’t new. It is, however, a growing trend in the nonprofit world, where we continue to explore ways to share power and strengthen our organizations’ leadership and stability.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 14, 2022
When you think of why your nonprofit’s donors support your organizations, do you expect each of their motivations to be the same? Are you acknowledging those differences in the way you build relationships with these supporters? If you answered “no…well actually… maybe,” then you are not alone. When time and resources are scarce, it’s easier to send out the same fundraising message to everyone in your community.
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The Fundraising Authority
AUGUST 17, 2022
Last week, I was a panelist on an upcoming panel called “The Ins and Out of Grant Writing for Nonprofits” hosted by NXUnite! . I was thrilled to have an opportunity to speak to the work of The Fundraising Authority and my experience in the nonprofit industry. . Want to hear what I (and my fellow panelists) had to say? . View the presentation here. Thank you to NXUnite for hosting and to the team at Nexus Marketing for moderating!
.orgSource
AUGUST 16, 2022
This idea from an article in the “Harvard Business Review” caught my attention. “As the shelf life of business strategies grows shorter, a corporation’s transformation capability becomes its only enduring advantage.” Authors N. Anand and Jean-Louis Barsoux go on to ask: “With serial transformations becoming the norm, a key strategic question for any corporate leader […].
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NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 19, 2022
Being smaller is no excuse for not making a heroic effort; your mission deserves smart fundraising. And smart fundraising means taking advantage of these big opportunities.
Nonprofit Technology brings together the best content for nonprofit technical enthusiasts from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 19, 2022
Startup nonprofits, nonprofit newbies, umbrella organizations, community foundations, mentors… there are a lot of ways people may think about or refer to fiscal sponsorships, even if they’re unfamiliar with the term “fiscal sponsorship.” Fiscal sponsorship started in 1959, although it gained in prominence starting in 1993 when Greg Colvin published the first edition, Fiscal Sponsorship: Six Ways to Do It Right.
The MatrixFiles
AUGUST 13, 2022
Last week, I attended and spoke at the International Foundation’s Technology and Benefit Communications Conference, held in Boston, MA. I spoke on the topic of “Next-Generation Tools to Enhance Your Communications,” or next-gen tools to communicate benefits to employees. At the end of the conference, there was an Open Forum, during which select speakers took questions from the in person and virtual attendees.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 16, 2022
When it’s time for new software for your nonprofit, you’ll need to know how much the technology will cost. However, with custom offerings and additional fees, determining the true cost can get complicated. Here are nine critical things to consider.
Association Analytics
AUGUST 15, 2022
You may not realize it, but you are sitting on a treasure trove of data in your AMS. And while it’s great for specific uses in day-to-day operations like transactional, process renewals or course payments, it can’t help you answer complex questions (see our previous blog, Your AMS Wasn’t Designed for That ). Your AMS focuses more on current and past data, however with analytics, you can use this data, and data from your other source systems, to be more forward-thinking.
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.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 16, 2022
101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits is a blog and webinar series offered by Nonprofit Tech for Good. Those who register and attend all three webinars in the series will earn a Certificate of in Digital Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good. The required three webinars are: Website & Email Best Practices for Nonprofits.
Nimble AMS
AUGUST 19, 2022
When you think of an innovator, you might imagine Marc Benioff, Sheryl Sandberg, or Elon Musk. Innovators introduce new ideas, inventions, or discoveries to our ever-changing world. You may believe such transformation is strictly reserved for Silicon Valley or maverick leaders. But your association can become innovative and drive superior member value.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 15, 2022
Twitter offers countless benefits for nonprofits. However, to enjoy these benefits, you must create a strategy that considers the unique features and qualities of this platform. Read on for seven best practices to adopt to market on Twitter successfully.
Association Analytics
AUGUST 18, 2022
The post An Association Data Story: Using Analytics to Fuel Growth – 8/31/22 appeared first on Association Analytics.
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!
Bloomerang
AUGUST 19, 2022
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 how to handle donor rejection. . Dear Charity Clairity, How do I get a donor? I have requested for funds several times but only get regrets!!
Hands on Fundraising
AUGUST 16, 2022
Is your fundraising program lagging? Right now, employers are searching for great fundraising professionals. The current market means people looking for work are in a greater position of power. If your organization is looking, here are a few things to consider. Fundraising that succeeds requires investment I’ll wait here while that sinks in. You have […].
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 19, 2022
An organization that was once a thriving enterprise had a several million-dollar budget, an impressive board of directors, multiple employees and a very capable executive leader. Over time, foundation revenue plunged, board members resigned, employees left and the organization began to fail.
Blue Avocado
AUGUST 15, 2022
“[T]he fruit tree yielding fruit after its kind, whose seed is in itself…” – Genesis 1.11 Article In Brief: The Problem: Creating new nonprofit leaders is not an automatic process. Lack of leadership development will hamper the health and long-term sustainability of the organization. Why it Happens: Nonprofit executives do not cultivate the mindset necessary […].
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.
Bloomerang
AUGUST 17, 2022
A lot of what we do in fundraising was inherited or just common knowledge. We rarely know who coined certain development terms or originated some of the activities and fundraising we use today. There is one term though that has stood the test of time. The concept of a “mega gift” was coined by the late Jerold Panas , a fundraising pioneer in our industry.
Donorbox
AUGUST 16, 2022
Capacity building is a term thrown around during board meetings and by consultants. Capacity building’s meaning can be basic or complex, but it includes all the changes and resources a nonprofit needs to fulfill its mission. Most nonprofits survive by any means possible, but capacity building is needed for long-term success and growth. Organizations can […].
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 15, 2022
As the Great Resignation continues, learning and development opportunities have proven key to retaining employees. The good news is that this can be done with a few, easy-to-implement strategies and on a shoestring budget.
ASU Lodestar Center
AUGUST 17, 2022
Illustration generated by DALL·E. posted by Theresa Adkison Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. If you’re like many of us working in nonprofit leadership today, you’re more than likely exhausted and running out of actionable ideas. Between the pandemic and workforce shortages, you are also possibly navigating reduced income, unable to resume all of your normal events and programming, and struggling to compete for funding.
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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.
M+R
AUGUST 17, 2022
Hi there —. There’s still time to sign up for our webinar all about M+R’s data co-op, Scout Quest (info below)! In case you don’t already know: Scout Quest is a different kind of data co-op! Participating organizations share their supporter email, action, donation, deliverability, engagement, and fundraising behavior. In return, they receive volumes of rich, useful data about their supporters to help in targeting, re-engagement, advertising, and more.
Donorbox
AUGUST 15, 2022
Your Donorbox donation form does not only offer a seamless donation checkout but can also help you collect information about your donors (as well as donations!) and safely stores it in your donor database. This information can help you personalize communications, strengthen your donor relationships, analyze your donations and more. Every online donation form comes […].
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 17, 2022
In newer startup organizations, culture begins to take shape through experiences led by those at the top. The inaugural leader has their own vision and values they bring to the table, which the organization experiences over the long arc of time. Culture doesn’t happen on day five, day 50 or even day 500. .
Whole Whale
AUGUST 16, 2022
A picture is worth a thousand words. Imagine if you didn’t need an expensive camera, artistic mastery, or a ton of time to create what was in your mind’s eye. What if you didn’t need a highly trained designer every time you needed an image for an article or report? We are about to enter into a golden age of storytelling more unbound from resource constraints than ever before.
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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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