NonProfit PRO

MARCH 16, 2023

When you think about all of the areas of fundraising and what goes into each, why does it usually seem like stewardship draws the short straw?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 14, 2023

By Heather Mansfield , founder and editor-in-chief of Nonprofit Tech for Good Seventy-two percent of individuals say that the presence of a charity rating badge increases their likelihood of giving. If your nonprofit does not have charity rating badges on your website, then it’s time to look into getting registered with Charity Navigator, Candid, and GreatNonprofits.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 16, 2023

In today’s world, there are plenty of tech options, processes, and formulas to implement and manage data. However, not all associations are at the same point in their data strategy journey. For those struggling to find the time or knowledge to get started, building out a lightweight framework can help combat both those obstacles. A lightweight framework can also help organizations that are in the process of updating an existing strategy – whether that’s understanding data and systems

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

While some businesses are writing their final pandemic chapter, the healthcare and restaurant industries continue to feel the aftershocks of seismic disruption. Nancy MacRae, MS, CEO of the Emergency Nurses Association and Kristine Hillmer, MBA, CAE, and President and CEO of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association , are leaders who guided their members through the rubble toward solid ground.

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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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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 14, 2023

Nonprofits don’t need to reinvent the wheel to raise awareness and get more supporters, but they do need to refine and update their communications strategies. Here are four tips to get your organization the recognition it needs.

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Machine Learning Mastery

MARCH 12, 2023

Recurrent neural network can be used for time series prediction. In which, a regression neural network is created. It can also be used as generative model, which usually is a classification neural network model. A generative model is to learn certain pattern from data, such that when it is presented with some prompt, it can […] The post Text Generation with LSTM in PyTorch appeared first on MachineLearningMastery.com.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2023

I’m guessing you put a lot of effort into crafting your nonprofit’s email messages. You carefully consider the subject line and preview pane, email copy, images and design, and call to action. At least I hope you do! And you can learn how to do this here , here , and here. However, a quality email message, be it an appeal, thank you, gratitude report, or other call to action, isn’t the whole story.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 17, 2023

At many nonprofits, volunteers play critical roles, from staffing special events and keeping programs running to serving as directors on boards. They are often the most effective community ambassadors, but, increasingly, nonprofits must consider the risks associated with failing to vet potential volunteers.

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TechSpot

MARCH 15, 2023

Expansion ports include two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type C ports, a USB 2.0 Type A port and a headset jack as well as a micro-SD card reader. A standard 1080p webcam sits atop the display and is flanked by dual microphones. Connectivity-wise, you get dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 support.

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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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VisionLink

MARCH 14, 2023

Visionlink is pleased to join the United Way and others in Rochester MN, at the Mayo Clinic Civic Center for the annual Great Rivers Conference. Visionlink CEO Dr. W. Dougals Zimmerman is presenting on Community Information Exchange (CIE) building, and we have a booth with lots of information and fun giveaways. Come by and say hello! The Co-Chairs of the conference are Robyn Davis, President & CEO of the Brown County United Way, and Amy Canterbury, the President & CEO of the United Way o

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Bloomerang

MARCH 17, 2023

You’ve completed thorough prospect research , cultivated and provided a site visit, prepared a first-rate proposal and secured a meeting to make a solicitation, but the major donor prospect responds with a “no.” This scenario occurs every day. Winning fundraisers know how to handle it. Bottom line: Fundraisers typically hear one out of three responses to an ask: Yes, No, or Maybe.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 15, 2023

The relationship between a nonprofit board and the CEO/executive director is frequently referred to as a partnership. Most governance literature cites that the board and executive partnership is a goal where there is a clear distinction between the roles and a relationship that is equal and balanced.

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TechSpot

MARCH 15, 2023

In its support pages regarding "Auto-fill," Bitwarden advises users to turn off their browsers' password autofill functions because they interfere with its password management solution. It also mentions it is a good idea because "experts generally agree that built-in password managers are more vulnerable than dedicated solutions like Bitwarden,".

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OpenAI

MARCH 14, 2023

We’ve created GPT-4, the latest milestone in OpenAI’s effort in scaling up deep learning. GPT-4 is a large multimodal model (accepting image and text inputs, emitting text outputs) that, while worse than humans in many real-world scenarios, exhibits human-level performance on various professional and academic benchmarks.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 17, 2023

For years, many book lovers felt that Barnes & Noble was the epitome of a soulless big box store. The store prioritized cost and efficiency over readers while putting many local, independent bookstores out of business. Then Amazon supersized this approach and put Barnes & Noble on the brink of bankruptcy as the pandemic began.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 13, 2023

Fundraising methods are in a constant state of flux, but over the years we’ve seen a real divide in terms of more traditional methods versus modern methods of digital outreach. So which one is right for your organization? Let’s dive into each type.

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TechSpot

MARCH 17, 2023

Four decades ago, the CPU market was far more diverse than it is today. One company called NexGen had backing from big PC names, plenty of capital, and a team of great engineers. But what happened?

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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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Big Duck

MARCH 15, 2023

The post What can messaging do for your organization? appeared first on Big Duck.

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Nonprofit AF

MARCH 13, 2023

Every month or so, I get an appeal letter from my alma mater, Washington University in St. Louis (Go Bears!

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 14, 2023

Tax season and end-of-year giving represent a key time for donor-advised funds (DAF) donors. Developing strategies now will ensure organizations are well positioned for year end. Here are three actionable steps to get you started.

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TechSpot

MARCH 17, 2023

The KB5023706 update for Windows 11 22H2, codenamed Moment 2, brought the usual improvements, fixes, and features to Microsoft's OS, including a search bar in Task Manager and a tablet-optimized taskbar. As is par for the course for Windows updates, it also introduced unwelcome elements.

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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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TechCrunch

MARCH 16, 2023

PhonePe has raised another $200 million as part of an ongoing round, a deliberation that has now helped it pull $650 million in recent weeks despite the market slump, as the Indian fintech giant bulks up its war chest following the recent separation from the parent firm Flipkart. Walmart, which owns the majority of PhonePe, has invested $200 million into the startup.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 15, 2023

In this post, we talk to Cait, a hospitality manager and athletic instructor, in New Orleans, LA, who donates $10 each month to WWNO, the New Orleans Public Radio station. The Cause : WWNO , New Orleans Public Radio | See how public radio stations use Bloomerang to move their missions forward. The Donation : $10/month What inspired you to make a donation to WWNO?

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 16, 2023

As fundraisers because we want to use curiosity in all kinds of ways to get donors engaged in our appeals and keep them engaged. But how? Here are three things to consider for the teaser on your next direct mail fundraising appeal.

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TechSpot

MARCH 17, 2023

Linden Lab recently posted a brief video on its community forum to announce that Second Life will soon have a mobile counterpart. For the first time in 20 years, the virtual world where "residents" enjoy their low-polygonal internet life is expanding its reach beyond traditional desktop platforms.

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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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