.orgSource

AUGUST 19, 2024

If any of the following issues sound familiar, it may be time for an intervention. Get professional help to determine what went wrong and to begin working to prevent future catastrophes. Practice Good Stewardship Even if your digital resources are in order, a data governance policy is an important piece of responsible stewardship.

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Government Data Experiment Disaster 251

Volunteer Hub

JULY 8, 2022

Creating and implementing a volunteer time off policy can provide much-needed support to the community, help develop skills for employees, and boost morale. For organizations that are on the fence regarding creating a volunteer time off policy, here are 5 additional benefits that VTO has to offer. VTO Can Attract New Talent.

Policy 86

Policy Benefit Volunteer Time 86

Candid

JANUARY 6, 2023

Candid’s Issue Lab provides access to more than 33,000 philanthropic resources, which include reports, studies, surveys, and toolkits that cover a variety of issue areas and are contributed by social sector organizations from around the world. Expanding Equity: Inclusion & Belonging Guidebook , by the W.K.

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Issue Resource New Mexico Mexico 87

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 23, 2023

To get the best output from ChatGPT and other LLMs follow the NFPs prompting framework: N for “Needs” Define the specific needs or actions, like “I need you to please help create a SWOT analysis for our organisation…” P.S. Being polite has shown to provide better output.

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Policy Analysis Language Nonprofit 338

EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

While there’s often increased attention on issues affecting the community during Pride month, meaningful and lasting change happens when advocacy happens year-round. Key types of advocacy Issue awareness Before organizations can create advocates for their cause, they need to make people aware of the issues they’re trying to solve.

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Advocacy Generation Strategy Awareness 199

Association Analytics

JUNE 21, 2023

You turn to them for help because you know something is amiss, but you might not know where to start or have a frame of reference for how to come up with a solution. If you’re struggling to find someone to share your data woes with, we’re here to help you decipher the signs and get you back on track. Probably not, right?

Associations 319

Associations Challenge Data Taxonomy 319

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 6, 2021

Public policy and the nonprofit sector. Public policy at all levels of government has the ability to threaten the work of all nonprofits (National Council of Nonprofits, 2019). At the federal level, we see this threat in tax, regulatory, and spending policies. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Establish support.

Policy 52

Policy Public Impact Illinois 52

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

These conversations are limited to bottom-line issues. Frame the Issues Risk isn’t on most directors’ list of favorite topics for discussion. It’s helpful to make the distinction between the things we can control and those we can’t. Most professionals are happy to help. There is no upside to this type of risk.

Conversation 221

Conversation Challenge Evaluation Associations 221

M+R

JANUARY 8, 2024

We’re fueled by hope rather than despair because we’re in the business of building movements, building long-term power, and working with world changing clients to pass policies that make people’s lives better. Facing the Problem For so many issues I’ve worked on, the problem is not that we, the advocates, don’t have a solution.

Campaign 104

Campaign Advocacy Policy Demonstration 104

Whole Whale

APRIL 5, 2024

Leveraging ad libraries can provide valuable insights into competitors’ strategies, industry trends, and best practices, helping nonprofits refine their own ad campaigns and messaging. Provides information on the ad buyer and funding entities behind political/issue ads. May not allow visibility into US ads.

Library 104

Library Influence Demographics Nonprofit 104

.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2023

I’ve told these stories before, but I’m referring to them again because they highlight advice that can help associations find stability when chaos threatens. Today, in Milwaukee, the group has gone on to consider public safety, another issue that’s critical for restaurants. More likely to be successful in advocacy and public policy.

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Milwaukee Wisconsin Collaboration Associations 221

Candid

JUNE 3, 2024

SAGE (Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders) is the only national organization dedicated to addressing issues related to LGBTQ+ people and aging. What public policies are needed to address the unmet needs of our constituents? Analyzing data to ensure program impact and effectiveness With an annual budget of $21.8

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Data New York City New York Advocacy 96

ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

With the recent pandemic, civil unrest and racism conversations front and center, nonprofit organizations are working overtime to serve communities deeply affected by these issues. The following five recommendations can help a nonprofit establish diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies that can help with overall success.

Help 96

Help Strategy San Diego Iowa 96

EveryAction

MARCH 8, 2023

Update your database policies. Update your database policies based on your new software platform (your new vendor or implementation partner should be able to provide some guidance here,) and set aside time for initial and ongoing training. Schedule a training session with them to go over policies and procedures.

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Software Tips Phase Policy 226

EveryAction

MAY 30, 2023

Virtual lobby days may be accessible to more people than in-person events; new supporters may be looking for a lower-barrier way to get involved; and virtual events can help you build the power in numbers that any organization needs for a successful advocacy effort. Before you get too far, don’t forget about a marketing plan!

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Virtual Advocacy Channel Mobile 163

Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2024

What is advocacy, and why it matters You have a big, bold vision to better the world with your nonprofit—whether you’re developing programs and influencing policies around education, social justice, human rights, or animal rights. This can open doors to new advocacy opportunities and strengthen influence on relevant policies.

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Advocacy Build California Nonprofit 94

sgEngage

AUGUST 12, 2024

They help your organization measure impact, follow regulations, and show donors you’re on top of the needs of your community. Here are 9 best practices to help your organization develop strong nonprofit financial management. This will help you make informed decisions and optimize your resource allocation.

Practice 93

Practice Management Fund Nonprofit 93

Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2012

Jan Masaoka's California Nonprofit Policy Convention is far from conventional. Rather than cover the tired topics of typical nonprofit conferences like reaching donors or polishing mission statements, Masaoka's convention will challenge mainstream policies and look at policy decisions yet to come.

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California Policy Los Angeles Issue 52

sgEngage

APRIL 23, 2024

Most of your established grantees will have documented internal controls, but it’s always good to verify and help them establish these practices if they aren’t already in place. Adequate Monitoring Having great written policies is key, but how do your grantees ensure that they are followed?

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Grant Policy International Application 102

sgEngage

JANUARY 24, 2024

While continuous enrollment has simplified things for families and helped us with budgeting and forecasting , the transition had its challenges. Our registrar must issue addendums when families add, remove, or change support services. We also had some issues with payment timing. What are the challenges of continuous enrollment?

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Student Policy Retention Education 81

.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

Organizations of all stripes were quick to issue statements confirming their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. If your association is struggling to launch a strong diversity initiative, these activities will help you get closer to that goal. Adopt a pay equity policy. All of us have baggage.

Associations 221

Associations Reflection Leadership Policy 221

Candid

AUGUST 22, 2024

Institutional practices These practices focus on the internal workings of the foundation, such as implementing policies or training programs that promote racial equity. This may reflect an effort to compensate for the lack of internal diversity by strengthening their commitment to equity through formal policies and training.

Foundation 86

Foundation Adopt Policy Practice 86

Forum One

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

We’re using the occasion to reflect on ways to iterate and enhance our strategies to drive climate action: Engaging Design that Sparks Public Engagement We craft digital communications that resonate with global audiences and drive progress in environmental and conservation issues.

Action 62

Action Digital Strategy Conservancy 62

Candid

MAY 8, 2024

Three key factors include a lack of strong work-family policies, occupational segregation, and gender discrimination. Hall concluded that “bias, not pipeline issues or personal choices, pushes women out of science—and that bias plays out differently depending on a woman’s race or ethnicity.” In Double Jeopardy? Williams, Katherine W.

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Challenge Create Policy National 64

Candid

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It requires a long-term strategy so that an ecosystem of organizations—with specialists in communications, legal support, and policy research—can work together to build a broad base of support. A number of funders, including The California Endowment, Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr.

Build 99

Build Community Organization California 99

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

With good training, clear reporting, and a little patience, you can help your nonprofit Board members understand the difference between the GAAP results your accounting team needs and the non-GAAP results presented by other areas of the organization. The GAAP framework helps ensure transparency and consistency across organizations.

Results 81

Results Pledge Fund Report 81

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 9, 2018

Help I Just Lost My Google Ad Grant – Guest Post by George Weiner. A statement to the international news agency Reuters read: “We revised our Ad Grants policies to help nonprofits be more effective with AdWords and improve the quality of their ads, which will lead to targeted awareness of their projects and mission.”

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Grant Google Adwords Help 84

Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

While these changes may feel overwhelming, there are easy things you can do with your current staff and set of resources that will help position your association to thrive in 2024. You should be able to observe data points that help to fill in gaps such as years in the profession, years as a member, and member types.

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Impact Strategy Associations Data 169

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Effective nonprofit financial management helps you maximize the value of the donations you receive and fulfill the vision of your nonprofit. Effective nonprofit financial management helps you maximize the value of the donations you receive and fulfill the vision of your nonprofit.

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Effective Donation Management Guide 100

Candid

JANUARY 2, 2024

At Candid, we believe that sharing and learning from one another helps empower our sector’s collective success.  Candid’s Issue Lab is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing social sector knowledge. The report also offers advice for policymakers to address teacher turnover, an issue that many U.S. communities face.

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Resource Mississippi Participatory New York 111

ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Should you change your nonprofit’s Facebook profile image to show support of a hot political issue? Having a social media policy in place will help you answer these questions, and inform you or your social media manager on what to do in similar situations. What’s in a social media policy? How to write your policy.

Social Media 84

Social Media Policy Media Social 84

Allegiance Group

APRIL 23, 2024

Changes in Advertising Policies One important effect of political fundraising to note is its impact on advertising policies, particularly on social media platforms. Read up on policy changes and build in extra time for your ads to be reviewed and approved. Talk with your team about what issues might arise in the news.

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Strategy Fundraising Policy Hype 52

EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

When you have a goal to meet—like asking a governing body to sign a bill into law, telling a CEO or other stakeholder to change a behavior or policy, or meeting goals around educating decision-makers on your issue area—you know you can’t do it alone. You can help by ensuring that your ask is clear. Don’t lose hope!

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Advocacy Nonprofit Training Train 207

EveryAction

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether your organization advocates for policy change on the national, state, or local level, mobilizing your supporters to place advocacy calls to their legislators is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal—and with support from the right technology, it can also be one of the most convenient. Send and track your advocacy calls!

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Advocacy Generation Support Script 158

Candid

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Their participation helps ensure the issues we raise are addressed and not ignored. They can also support the development and implementation of data equity policies and regulations to keep pace with technological advancements. As long as we can stay independent in our work and its outcomes, we benefit from industry support.

Data 94

Data Industry Philanthropy Tech 94

Nimble AMS

APRIL 21, 2023

Your organization does much to advocate for industry issues—petitioning local and federal level politicians to generate support for association-backed programs. Within the subgroup, encourage your members to discuss current policies or share important documents to increase member engagement.

Advocacy 113

Advocacy Online Guidelines Social Media 113

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 6, 2011

At a recent all-day workshop, I used them to help participants consolidate what the learned in the morning. Photographing them has been an excellent source of engaging micro-content for my Facebook Page and has prompted some excellent discussions and insights on the topic. What’s In A Social Media Policy?

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Policy Social Media Practice Media 109