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The State of Nonprofit Fundraising Today — 9 Top Fundraising Methods

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Nonprofit fundraising had been due an upgrade to catapult it into the modern era for a while. When the pandemic hit, that event finally came. Most charities had used the same tried-and-tested methods for decades (namely, galas and sponsored endeavors), but with new health and safety guidelines to contend with, this was no longer possible. Innovation was a “need right now” rather than a “maybe later,” and nonprofits were forced to join the twenty-first century — breeding all kinds of virtual solu

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Bigger Fundraisers Mean Bigger Risks

NonProfit PRO

Fundraising events are often necessary for nonprofit organizations for several reasons. First, such events bring in much-needed funding to help carry out the organization's mission. Nonprofit fundraising also drives awareness of certain causes, and it provides a source to attract new supporters, donors and volunteers. .

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How to Ask for Donations

Wild Apricot

Donations are a BIG DEAL to your nonprofit: they’re a primary revenue stream , support your base costs, and give you the resources you need to keep growing. However, many people get nervous when it comes to the big question: how to ask for donations?

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Play Doom directly from your motherboard with this BIOS update

TechSpot

Phoronix notes that the latest Doom port comes via a "Payload" in your BIOS — that is, if you run Coreboot (formerly known as LinuxBIOS). Coreboot is an open-source BIOS compatible with several motherboards, including Acer Aspire VN7-572G, Razer Blade Stealth KabyLake (H2U), and several Google Chromebook mobos.

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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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A downturn is nothing new for diverse founders

TechCrunch

From black swan memos and heart-to-hearts to not-so-subtle emails asking for on-the-record confirmations that your startup does, indeed, have revenue, investors have a lot to say about the downturn. Yet, it’s a quieter and more realistic truth that has landed my attention as of late: For diverse founders, the downturn is nothing new. Some investors, largely those who focus on backing historically overlooked founders, say that the crackdown on tech companies isn’t impacting diverse founders as ha

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Major Donors: Who Are They and Where Do You Find Them?

Bloomerang

As a nonprofit fundraiser, you’ve probably heard some variation of the phrase, “treat every donor like a major donor.” While well-intentioned, this idea is very misleading. If you treat every donor like a major donor, you’d probably run out of team member time. Plus, not all of your supporters want to be wined and dined like a major donor. As an essential and integral part of your fundraising strategy, your major donors should feel valued by your organization. .

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Economist says China must seize TSMC if the US tightens sanctions

TechSpot

Bloomberg reports that Chen Wenling, chief economist at the government-run China Center for International Economic Exchanges, said, "If the US and the West impose destructive sanctions on China like sanctions against Russia, we must recover Taiwan.

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How to watch SpaceX launch a cargo ship to the ISS this week

Digital Trends

This week, a SpaceX Cargo Dragon spacecraft will travel to the International Space Station carrying supplies and research. Here's how to watch.

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Nonprofit Leaders: Don’t Learn Lessons From the Great Resignation the Hard Way

NonProfit PRO

Right now, frontline fundraisers (but really all workers) have the advantage. In today’s business and nonprofit climate, the rank-and-file workforce has the advantage for demanding better pay, benefits and working conditions. And, for many workers, they are getting it.

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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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Embedded Analytics: Should you build or buy?

Tableau

Clayron “Cj” Pace. Product Marketing Manager, Embedded Analytics, Tableau. Bronwen Boyd. June 6, 2022 - 11:36pm. June 7, 2022. Embedding analytics is a way we can help our customers make smarter decisions and achieve greater success. Seamlessly integrating dashboards, visualizations, and reports into end users’ products, apps, and web portals expedites decision-making by putting data and insights where people are already working.

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Ford's F-150 Lightning includes an adapter to recharge stranded Teslas

TechSpot

While going through the vehicle's included accessories, the user stumbled upon a mobile power cord, a 14-30 to 14-50 adapter and a J1772 Tesla adapter. Other forum members had a field day with the prospect of coming to the rescue of stranded Teslas.

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The 10 coolest Star Wars TIE fighters, ranked

Digital Trends

From A New Hope to the Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi series, Digital Trends ranks the coolest TIE fighters in the Star Wars franchise.

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4 Ways to Diversify Your Nonprofit’s Revenue Streams

NonProfit PRO

To help your nonprofit get creative and leverage previously untapped revenue streams, let’s explore four innovative revenue streams that aim to make donating convenient and easy for supporters. When implementing these strategies, consider how your nonprofit can make the giving process as fast and straightforward as possible. .

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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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Ecuadorian payments infrastructure startup Kushki lands $100M at a $1.5B valuation

TechCrunch

Ecuadorian payments infrastructure company Kushki has raised $100 million in an extension to its Series B round, more than doubling its valuation to $1.5 billion. The startup had raised $86 million in the first tranche of the financing in June of 2021 at a post-money valuation of $600 million. It has raised nearly $200 million since its 2017 inception, according to Crunchbase.

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The Best PC Games (You Should Be Playing)

TechSpot

A mix of old and new, from strategies to shooters, our current PC game favorites will make you stare at the screen with a smile on your face while mulling the greatness of our platform.

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The most eco-friendly smart home companies

Digital Trends

Upgrade your smart home responsibly with these eco-friendly manufacturers.

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Which Giving Frequencies Should Your Nonprofit Provide?

NonProfit PRO

"The State of Modern Philanthropy 2022" from Classy suggested asking recurring donors to consider frequencies other than monthly. While choices are great, which frequency will ultimately result in more money for your nonprofit?

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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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Ivella is the latest fintech focused on couples banking, with a twist

TechCrunch

Money can make people moody. There are layers of privilege, or lack thereof, that can make even the simplest conversation about bills feel like baggage to deal with. Translate that discomfort to relationships and it can feel like an awkward — and fragmented — dance on who pays which bill when (and how). Ivella , a Santa Monica-based startup, wants to build banking products for couples to take away some of these tensions.

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Lightyear announces the world's first production-ready solar car

TechSpot

The Lightyear 0 is the product of six years of planning. We first learned of Lightyear in 2019 when it announced the Lightyear One, a $169,000 EV with integrated solar panels. That project is now known as Lightyear 0 and has evolved a bit since then (and is also a lot more expensive).

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3 ways to align association goals and technology with your ideal member

Nimble AMS

How does your association define its goals? As you seek to reach your organizational goals, it’s crucial to take a step back and consider what drives your association. Member engagement and delivering a member-centric experience are integral to all organizations—therefore, it should be a priority in determining your association’s goals. . Here’s how you can use membership aims and innovative technology to successfully surpass your association goals. .

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How to Save on Postage When Rates Increase in July

NonProfit PRO

USPS postage rates are set to increase on July 10, 2022. This is a large increase. It’s not all bad news since direct mail is still very effective and driving response. We just have to get more creative to save on postage.

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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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Watcher review: A pointed exercise in voyeuristic suspense

Digital Trends

Scream queen Maika Monroe heads to Bucharest for the excellent Hitchcockian suspense thriller Watcher.

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FireAlpaca is a free painting tool for Windows and Mac

TechSpot

FireAlpaca is a powerful drawing and painting software that allows you to create your own brushes, pens and patterns. It comes equipped with several comic templates and a "3D perspective" tool.

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Solana launches $100M investment and grant fund for South Korean web3 startups

TechCrunch

The crypto market has been quite volatile over the past few months, but users are still holding strong and investors aren’t backing down. Solana is the latest to bring money into the system. Solana Ventures and Solana Foundation have set up a $100 million investment and grant fund to deploy capital into South Korean web3 startups, Johnny Lee, general manager of games at Solana Labs, told TechCrunch.

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7 Reasons Why Nonprofits Need to Invest in Technology Now 

NonProfit PRO

Nonprofits constantly look for ways to stay competitive in the market. One of the ways they do this is by investing in new technologies because the future for nonprofits is now.

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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.