.orgSource
JUNE 9, 2021
What should we call it—the New Normal, the Next Normal, Another Normal? Please let go of normal. When the DJ stopped playing oldies, Normal left the party. Since well before the pandemic, I’ve been urging my colleagues and clients to consider that stability in the digital marketplace is a dangerous illusion. Guiding our association clients […].
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 10, 2021
Social giving experiences were some of the most drastically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. As we emerge from an extended period of social distancing, it’s important to reexamine how giving experiences and expectations have changed and what lessons we can learn from virtual fundraising.
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Wild Apricot
JUNE 11, 2021
So you want to start a membership site. Maybe you’re interested in developing a new source of recurring revenue. Maybe you have a lot of knowledge on a specific topic that you’re dying to share with the world. Or maybe you’re already.
Bloomerang
JUNE 7, 2021
For many of you, this is your fiscal year-end. That means you need to make sure you don’t lose any of those donors you took such pains to acquire last year. It also means tying up loose ends to assure you don’t leave money on the table. For those of you on a different fiscal year, skip down to “Cleaning up your Prospect Database” and save this checklist for whenever the time is right for you. 8 Fiscal Year-End Donor Retention Action Strategies + Practical Tips.
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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.
Candid
JUNE 11, 2021
Many nonprofit leaders say that increased financial support from funders and the government helped their organizations fare better through 2020 than originally anticipated, a report from the Center for Effective Philanthropy finds. Based on a survey conducted in February of CEP's Grantee Voice panel, the report, Persevering Through Crisis: The State of Nonprofits , found that 66 percent of respondents said the COVID-19 pandemic has had a "moderate" (38 percent) or "significant" (28 percent) n
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M+R
JUNE 10, 2021
Read time: 3 minutes. Apple recently made an announcement about upcoming privacy changes to their products that could have a major effect on how nonprofits do email work. . What’s happening? From Apple’s official announcement : “In the Mail app, Mail Privacy Protection stops senders from using invisible pixels to collect information about the user.
Bloomerang
JUNE 10, 2021
Would working out of the office vs. working help nonprofit organizations in the long term? The pandemic jet-fueled significant shifts in the world’s work-life pattern. Yet had COVID-19 hit twenty years earlier, the effect would have been far more devastating. . It just so happened that relatively new technologies were in place and waiting, prepared to cushion the blow.
Classy
JUNE 8, 2021
Given its member base of 756 million global professionals in over 200 countries, LinkedIn can be a powerful social media platform to help achieve your organization’s goals. Not only are LinkedIn members highly engaged and often interested in philanthropy, with 53% already donating to nonprofits and 60% saying they’re interested in volunteering, but they can also hold the keys to corporate partnerships , grants, and more.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 8, 2021
Once you’ve identified that it is time for new peer-to-peer fundraising software, then it’s time to find the right software for your nonprofit. One of the best ways to do this is to issue a request for proposals, or RFP. A well-developed RFP can go a long way toward the success of your P2P fundraising software selection.
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.
Saleforce Nonprofit
JUNE 9, 2021
If you’re looking to maximize the biggest season for nonprofit fundraising, now is the time to ensure your data, systems, and marketing campaigns are set up correctly, giving yourself plenty of time to test and iterate for success. If we’ve learned anything from this past year, it’s that agility is the key to driving impact. Forced to adapt, many made a shift to digital strategy for the first time, continuing their mission-critical work while making impressive pivots to achieve new and better re
Candid
JUNE 9, 2021
Participatory grantmaking [i] is no longer new. And it’s here to stay. . To be clear, participatory grantmaking has never been new. This more just and equitable approach to philanthropy has been practiced for decades and the ethos it is based in—that those closest to the problem are the closest to the solutions—has deep roots in community organizing, deliberative democracy, and even in philanthropy itself. .
Bloomerang
JUNE 8, 2021
This is part 4 in a 4-part series. Read part 1 and part 2 and part 3. . By now we know that your communication efforts will be much more effective when there is a clear plan in place. It’s important to determine goals and objectives , understand your audience , and develop a coherent message as first steps because having these pieces in place will help you identify the best medium or communication channel for each nonprofit message. .
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 8, 2021
When assembling an internal team to direct meaningful efforts around social issues, organizations must include members of those populations most impacted. Bringing a set of diverse, representative voices to the table enables productive dialogue and opens the door to nonprofit organizations from multiple.
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!
Kindful
JUNE 10, 2021
Writing a thank you letter is a professional courtesy that goes a long way in letting donors know you appreciate their generous contribution to your nonprofit. No matter how big or small the gift, a heartfelt thank you is always in order. Below, we’ll run through how to write the perfect thank you letter and describe how your nonprofit’s CRM software can help streamline the process when you have multiple letters to send.
Candid
JUNE 8, 2021
If you are a nonprofit organization, IT support is more than just a luxury. It's mission-critical. As the world becomes increasingly technologically advanced, it is not enough to have an up-to-date website and social media presence. Nonprofits need 24/7 IT support to stay on top of their game in this ever-changing environment while maintaining an active donor base and engaging volunteers.
Bloomerang
JUNE 9, 2021
Has anyone ever asked you, “I just don’t get it. What’s the formula for effective fundraising?” . Well, here it is: 12141. Say this out loud: One Two One, Four One. Or another way: One to One, for One. Sounds good, but what does it mean? This is the “formula” for just about all effective fundraising strategies. Sure, it’s a bit gimmicky, but it works.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 7, 2021
Oftentimes, artificial intelligence does not work for nonprofits. Not because of the people involved, but because of the challenges inherent in adopting new technologies. Below are the most common obstacles to AI in nonprofits and our recommendations on how to fix these problems.
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.
Kindful
JUNE 8, 2021
Not every nonprofit board member needs to be a financial whiz to effectively serve on a board. But some general knowledge about financial literacy will bode well. Why? Because no one wants board members approving budgets that they don’t fully understand or making decisions to expand staff when they aren’t clear if the budget can withstand additional salaries and benefits or voting on fundraising approaches when they don’t understand cost/benefit analysis.
Nonprofit AF
JUNE 7, 2021
Quick note before we start: Several groups across the country are putting on a PEEP (Party to Enhance Equity in.
Bloomerang
JUNE 5, 2021
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 fundraiser who wants advice on the effectiveness of major donor thank you parties. Dear Charity Clairity, . I’d love your feedback on the effectiveness of major donor thank you parties.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 9, 2021
One of the things our marketing team is always looking to understand is what nonprofits need. In our requests for what people want to learn, one of the topics that rose to the top was Google Ads. This article will lay out some of the fundamentals discussed in a recent webinar on the topic.
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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.
Bonterra
JUNE 9, 2021
Peer-to-Peer fundraising campaigns (P2P) are incredibly effective and especially well-adapted for the virtual-based world we currently find ourselves in. But they do have a lot of moving parts and are only as effective as the content you create.
Classy
JUNE 7, 2021
Boosting your nonprofit’s recurring donor acquisition can help establish a consistent stream of revenue, improve cash flow, and provide much needed support during fallow periods. Even though monthly donors generally give smaller amounts on a per gift basis, they are over five times more valuable to your nonprofit than one-time donors and are more likely to take additional actions for your nonprofit on top of their monthly gift.
Charity Village
JUNE 11, 2021
The acronym DEI, which stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, is circulating rapidly across workplaces around the globe. We know DEI is something to strive toward, but do we really understand what it means, or more importantly, how to implement a DEI plan effectively? Diversity in the workplace implies an organization is made up of […]. The post 7 key steps to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace appeared first on CharityVillage.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 9, 2021
30% of adult donors in the U.S. identify as Social Donors. Are you tapping into them? We conducted an online survey of 1,000+ Social Donors to examine how giving experiences evolved over the past year. The study offers findings on Social Donor motivators, engagement, retention, as well as insights on when donors will be ready to return to in-person events.
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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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