Fast Company Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

Not only do we have our daily work tasks but we also have more meetings, longer commutes, and more interactions with more people in more locations than at any time in the history of work. People are social creatures and it is common for friends and colleagues to share challenges they are experiencing. This is called mind reading.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

However, finding the right peer-to-peer fundraising ideas to suit your nonprofit’s needs and your audience’s interests can be challenging. These peer-to-peer fundraising ideas are popular because they inspire friendly competition among participants. When they think of peer-to-peer fundraising, most people think of athletic events.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

By Rosie Powers , a Strategist at Mission Minded —a branding firm that works exclusively with nonprofits, foundations, and independent schools. As summer fades into fall, end-of-year fundraising season is top-of-mind for nonprofits. What are the strategies and tactics that best helped you achieve your goals last year?

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

That means that the people that you work with most frequently tend to be really important, specifically leaders. Traditional beliefs include the idea that work should be a leaders entire focus, working tirelessly. These ideas have permeated our workplaces, says Sawyer. People are looking for authenticity.

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Futurism

MARCH 8, 2025

It remains unclear who killed him or why, but his murder happened just a day after prosecutors noted that he was the sole witness to his initial stabbing and that the people accused of it were "extremely dangerous." In Lind's case, and that of the five others involving Zizians, it does not appear that the group's leader was directly involved.

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The MatrixFiles

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

She held a two-hour Zoom meeting and sent out an email to all attendees, asking them to drop in at any time during the two hours to say hello, meet fellow attendees, and share what’s on our minds before we come to Nashville. I loved this idea because: I got to network with some people before the event next week.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Here’s something to keep in mind, starting now: self-funding a nonprofit is not sustainable. You have to get comfortable asking people for money – even if you think asking for money is the last thing you would ever feel comfortable doing. Your path starts at Stage 1, which is just having the idea and deciding to go for it.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 26, 2023

This is for all the inquiring minds curious about how and why some of the top talent landed together at Association Analytics (A2), or anyone who just wants to hear a fun story. It was much more so about getting into the room with the smartest people; watching, listening, learning, and knowing when it was the right time to speak up.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2024

To stand out in the fundraising world, you need to find engaging gala entertainment ideas to captivate your audience and motivate them to continue their relationship with your nonprofit. From classic themes to innovative experiences, check out these gala fundraiser ideas: Why are fundraising galas popular?

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

Two billion people worldwidethats 80% of the global workforcemanufacture products, provide services, or work directly with customers. ABM also runs a “Shark Tank”-style event where frontline employees can pitch ideas to leadership. and Fast Company. Leaders, are you listening to your frontline employees?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Sure, many gift-buyers will continue to turn to Amazon, Walmart, and Target, but increasingly c onsumers are being more mindful with purchases. Nonprofits with online shops can tap into these trends on social media to reach mindful shoppers and raise revenue in support of their mission. Tag your products in Stories and Posts.

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Tableau

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

We had this in mind when in 2011, Tableau created the Ideas section of the Forums to help you share Tableau product features you’d like to see created. The ideas section allows anyone to view your submission, comment and hit the ‘like’ button to signal support. What better way to effect change in this platform we love so much!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

The list created by Sean Kosofsky of Mind the Gap Consulting can be used by an executive director, board chair, or any individual board member to consider their contribution to your organization’s financial health. Join online fundraising communities and ask lots of questions and monitor for great ideas. other people in your network.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 8, 2025

As part of my book launch, I hosted gatherings where I asked people to write on sticky notes their answers to two separate prompts: “What dysfunctions in the social impact sector do you want to disappear”, and “What is emerging that gives you hope? And feeling stuck often makes people feel powerless, ignored, and exhausted.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

The social media platform has more than 1 billion users — beating Twitter, Snapchat, and TikTok — and is especially popular among people aged 18-29. Here are four strategies your nonprofit should keep in mind when using Instagram for fundraising: 1. The platform, however, is different than Facebook or Twitter. Work With Influencers.

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OneCause

AUGUST 22, 2024

What comes to mind when you think of fall? To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 20 fundraising ideas that are perfect for autumn. This idea provides a perfect transition from summer to fall, with a slightly nostalgic yet cozy feeling hovering around the event. Pumpkin Patch This is another variant on the harvest idea above.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 24, 2020

For many people, issues that are out of sight are also out of mind. While someone might offer a donation, they don’t necessarily put themselves in the shoes of the people they’re trying to help. Stars would ask for donations and answer phone calls, and people would ring in to donate over the phone.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

By Emily Rose Patz , Senior Copywriter at DonorPerfect and lead author of #GivingTuesday Ideas for 2018 , a new guide designed to equip and empower nonprofit professionals to achieve their #GivingTuesday goals. Over 50% of people who receive an email about a crowdfunding campaign donate. #1. Community: Leverage the “friend effect.”

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

As I’ve previously noted, most people enjoy being recognized and appreciated. Second, beginning with your current members is a great idea. The point of such a society is to make people feel they belong to a community of like-minded folks. If so, what benefits should I list?

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 13, 2025

When you think of an electrical outlet, the first thing that likely comes to mind is a simple, rectangular device mounted on the wallpurely functional, often hidden from sight. Architect and designer India Mahdavi has different ideas, though. People started asking more questions like: How was it made? Who designed it?

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2021

To get you started, we’ve compiled a list of 40+ ideas, broken down into categories, to help you get the job done! Remember that fundraising is not comfortable for most people, including your board members. Don’t feel overwhelmed. Use this list to support them through the fundraising process.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Social media: Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have the unique power to reach people who might not have heard of an organization’s cause. Get Creative: Online Fundraising Campaign Ideas Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Challenge This is a classic online fundraising route for nonprofits!

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Here are five ideas to help you step up your social media game this #GivingTuesday : 1. It’s a marketing concept that says people need to encounter a product or brand seven times before making a purchase. The post 5 Inspiring Social Media Ideas for #GivingTuesday appeared first on The Modern Nonprofit.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 6, 2024

“Too often, we don’t find out what’s truly on others’ hearts and minds because we don’t know how to ask the right questions in the right ways,” explains Jeff Wetzler , author of the new book, ASK. Wetzler explains that the only thing that allows you to understand what’s on another person’s mind better is just asking them. Zip your lip.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

By Paige Kutliek , SEO Manager at GoFundMe ––a free fundraising platform for charities, people, and the causes you care about. People are far more drawn to photos that convey an emotion and include other people rather than a logo or text. Keep in mind that you can always raise or lower the fundraiser goal at any time.

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

To prepare for an uncertain future, begin building competence in areas where people remain the experts. Ask probing questions, consider a variety of opinions, including ideas that may be unpopular, and insist on objective analysis. Inspire Creativity Laughter and casual atmosphere encourage people to bring novel ideas forward.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Videos with Mobile In Mind. Adding legible, large text that is viewable on a small, mobile screen lets you get your ideas across, even if your audience isn’t listening. Most people on social don’t watch a video until the end. It also helps people get emotionally invested in the mission of the non-profit.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2025

Lets explore why planning early is not just a good idea but a game-changer. The team should be no more than five people. Pick people who have a track record of getting things done, meeting deadlines, and exceeding expectations. Has this changed your mind on planning ahead for strategic planning? This also builds buy-in.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 20, 2023

In this guide, we’ll cover the ins and outs of online fundraising, explaining how you can leverage various platforms and fundraising ideas to engage your supporters virtually. People will see that others are supporting your nonprofit online. Keep in mind that you can also leverage social media tools for your fundraising campaigns.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

Let’s take a look at a few ways you can shift challenges into opportunities, keep your association top of mind, and maintain your revenue stream in 2023. Look Beyond Top Line Revenue Most people define success by revenue generated, but in today’s economy, we need to go beyond the numbers.

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2024

Whether I’m writing about marketing, strategy, or technology, one idea always surfaces. This idea is the most practical and, in some ways, the most effective. Promote data sharing across the organization, and reward people for effectively using new analytic tools. Encourage them to explore and bring new ideas to the group.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

If your fundraising strategy already incorporates small donors, you can benefit from the people who still want to help but may only be able to donate in smaller amounts. People don’t just want to know that their donation is helping a broader cause. 1) Tell supporters exactly what their donation will support.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 25, 2023

Don’t be afraid to ask people for their support. Peer-to-peer fundraising involves getting a group of people to run individual campaigns as part of a larger whole, advocating to their networks for support. People love going to a play or attending a wine-and-painting class as a group.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2023

No matter what topic I choose, one idea persists. Human drivers center digital initiatives where they need to be—on people. The ability to understand and manage your own emotions as well as those of volunteers, employees, and other constituents, is an indispensable quality for leadership in this people-centric environment.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 24, 2024

A well-planned fundraising event can leave a lasting impression on all the people who attend, which can, in turn, result in greater long-term support for a nonprofit organization. These goals will help you plan your event with a specific objective and fundraising target in mind. What cause are we promoting with this event?

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.orgSource

JULY 22, 2024

Part Two When the generative AI bots made their debut in early 2024, they signaled a definitive end to the idea that yesterday’s technology is good enough for today’s members. Organize the Effort A well-defined oversight and change management structure ensures that the right people are ready to lead that charge. The Association 4.0

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2022

With the introduction of culture to a digital environment, we saw interpersonal dynamics in a new light.orgCommunity , our professional development and networking organization, was thrilled to host two in-person events that brought people together to explore those themes and discuss significant issues that emerged from our post-pandemic experience.

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