Charity Village

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

On January 23, join us for a free webinar to learn how to make your grant search more effective. For staff and volunteers who are new to fundraising, finding grants to fund your initiatives can be challenging, particularly for small organizations lacking a grant writer. This webinar is designed to guide organizations unfamiliar with the grant application […] The post Fundraising Basics for Small Nonprofits: How to Make Your Grant Search More Effective appeared first on CharityVillage.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 1, 2024

By leveraging the power of social proof and storytelling, you can drive higher returns from your strategic direct mail campaigns.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

While you read this someone is on your site getting confused. Confusion then leads to anger and anger leads to the darkside (a person not becoming a donor or supporter). A/B testing and selecting appropriate optimization tools are crucial for nonprofits. These practices can significantly impact their ability to engage supporters, drive donations, and achieve their mission.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

With catastrophic flooding and winds of up to 140 mph, Hurricane Helene has had a devastating impact on Florida’s Big Bend area and much of the Southeastern U.S. Entire communities have been destroyed, and millions are without power across Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia, and more than 100 lives have been lost in the wake of this dangerous Category 4 hurricane.

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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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The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Fundraisers are scrambling to comply with an October 12 deadline to register without penalties with the State of California regarding the Supervision of Trustees and Fundraisers for Charitable Purposes Act. Passed in 2021 , it establishes a new statutory framework regulating online charitable fundraising platforms. California’s solicitation laws did not specifically reach online platforms, leaving what state officials called “a gap in the regulatory framework with respect to a fast-growing and

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As nonprofit professionals, we spend a lot of time focused on major donors or on crowdfunding campaigns that target smaller donors. As a result, we can often miss the hidden gems of our donor base, the passionate, engaged, and consistently generous mid-level donors. Mid-level donors are those typically contributing between $1,000 and $10,000 annually and act as a crucial bridge between small and major donors.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

As we approach the end of the year, it is crucial to spotlight the transformative role Black women play in the philanthropic sector.

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Hands on Fundraising

OCTOBER 1, 2024

It can be the toughest part of your fundraising communications to grasp. Like a slippery fish, it keeps jumping from your grasp. I’m talking about your fundraising offer, of course. The gap that describes your need. The central part of fundraising that’s so easy to slide over, or step around. The guts of the whole […] The post Mind the gap appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Today’s leaders navigate an increasingly complex and volatile world that changes by the minute, facing uncharted forces from AI-driven disruption to talent scarcity and geopolitical risk. Yet we often overestimate the risks of bold decisions and underestimate the downside of standing still. More specifically, according to Hack Future Lab : 93% of leaders expect significant AI-driven disruption over the next five years, but only 27% have the right mindsets and capabilities to respond. 81% of lead

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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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OCTOBER 3, 2024

Solutions Day brought together some of the brightest minds in associations, technology, and innovation. This year’s event was a deep dive into the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it is reshaping the association landscape. From cutting-edge AI applications to member-focused strategies, the event was packed with insights on how associations can stay ahead in an increasingly digital world.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Let’s take a look at current software trends to consider as you plan your nonprofit’s technology mix for today and the future.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Do you find yourself sending a thousand emails to your volunteers that never get opened? Here's why you might want to send them a volunteer newsletter instead, plus great examples and templates you can use.

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Nimble AMS is excited to celebrate continuous innovation, growth, and success in the association, non-profit, and member-based organization industries. That’s why Nimble AMS is thrilled to announce the Nimble AMS Xcellence Awards to recognize and honor the incredible achievements of our clients. Continue reading to learn which outstanding clients won the 2024 Nimble AMS Xcellence Awards.

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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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Charity Village

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) presents the Community Hero program, which recognizes exceptional Canadians under 30 who positively influence the lives of others and make a profound impact on their communities and beyond. Nominate an individual in your community who significantly contributes to the betterment of society. The selected grand prize winner will receive a […] The post Nominate a young Canadian under the age of 30 for Canada’s Walk of Fame’s Community Hero Program a

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Better Giving launched its Better Giving Manifesto, a declaration for change in how nonprofits access funding and resources online.

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Candid

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As nonprofit fundraisers navigate the ever-evolving world of philanthropy, keeping up with donor trends is crucial. Dollars and Change , a new report from Candid, GivingTuesday, and Network for Good, takes a deep dive into eight years of data, shedding light on the patterns in charitable giving—and the factors that drive those patterns. Here’s a look at select key findings fundraisers should consider when planning their strategies.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Google Analytics 4 (GA4) is a powerful tool for monitoring and analyzing your website data. To make the most of its insights, it’s essential to understand the terminology, particularly the difference between active users, users, sessions, and engaged sessions. Defining Active Users in Google Analytics 4 In GA4, active users represent the number of unique users who had an engaged session on your website or app within a specified time frame, such as the last 28 days.

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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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Charity Village

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Maytree Policy School is an opportunity for nonprofit organizations to strengthen their public policy capacity. Beginning in January 2025, the program will support 20-25 policy leaders to enhance their skills and competencies and their organization’s strategic engagement in the public policy process. Application deadline: October 21, 2024. For more information: [link] The post Applications open for Maytree Policy School 2025 (Deadline: October 21, 2024) appeared first on CharityVillage.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 3, 2024

A new independent study sheds light on how AI use by nonprofits is reshaping donor behavior, trust and engagement.

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DonorDock

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Unlock the secrets to securing major donors for your nonprofit, boosting funding and impact. Learn strategies that turn prospects into committed supporters.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are not structural solutions to long-standing racial inequities. They can, however, change the day-to-day experiences of those working in nonprofit organizations. In this article we’ll describe two key findings from the Building Movement Project’s latest report, Blocking the Backlash: The Positive Impact of DEI in Nonprofit Organizations , about the impact DEI can have on the nonprofit workforce, especially people of color: First, BIPOC (Black,

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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.

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Charity Village

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

On November 7, join us for a free webinar to learn how to strengthen your financial knowledge, avoid costly mistakes and common pitfalls, and steer your association’s finances with confidence. Learn how to increase your nonprofit’s financial resilience in 2025. In “Preparing Your Nonprofit’s Finances for 2025: A Roadmap to Success,” nonprofit leaders will learn how […] The post Preparing Your Nonprofit’s Finances for 2025: A Roadmap to Success appeared first on CharityVillage.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 1, 2024

New research revealed that more than half of pre-retirees and retirees are committed to charitable giving, plus other donor insights.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Who are Gen Z donors? Generation Z, or Gen Z, has caught the interest of the philanthropic sector! Known for their activism, fundraisers are eager to connect with this up and coming generation. The Generational Giving Report is your guide to connecting, engaging, and stewarding your Gen Z supporters. For this report, only members of Gen Z that were over the age of 18 were polled, making Gen Z survey respondents between the ages of 18 and 27 years old.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Two former executives of Epsilon Data Management were sentenced to federal prison terms after being convicted of selling targeted lists of U.S. consumers for the benefit of mass-mailing fraud schemes that defrauded hundreds of thousands of Americans out of tens of millions of dollars. Robert Reger, 57, of Boulder, Colorado, and David Lytle, 64, of Leawood, Kansas, were convicted this past May of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud and numerous counts of substantive mail fraud and wire fraud

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Advertiser: Digital Ocean

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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