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. Here are three things to consider for the teaser on your next direct mail fundraising appeal.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 22, 2024

GoFundMe and Meta announced new sharing features intended to drive more donations to nonprofits. Through the collaboration, donors and nonprofits might be able to more easily share the causes they care about with their social networks. Instagram and Instagram Stories integration, allowing sharing that was not previously available. *

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Candid

DECEMBER 9, 2024

One funding trend Candids Research team recently unearthed is that education fundings share of philanthropic giving, especially from institutional grantmakers, is shrinking. Education remains a funding priority but with a shrinking share Education has been a top priority for both institutional grantmakers and individual donors.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 4, 2023

Stream the latest episode of the Driven by Cause Podcast with Michael Thatcher, who is in the business of matching donors to nonprofits through science, data, and devotion. David Blyer, CEO of Arreva and Jay Fiske, Co-President of MaestroSoft sit down to interview Michael. Can nonprofits truly be rated?, and if so, how would yours rank?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

It involves responding consistently to all incoming communication, including comments, direct messages, mentions, and shares. Liking, commenting on, or sharing content from nonprofits with similar causes or within the same locale fosters a supportive network and broadens the organization’s reach. Support similar organizations.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The drop in U.S. charitable giving accelerated in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, even as average donation amounts increased.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Issues like AI and changing donor ideas may be important, but don't lose sight of the idea of community and shared responsibility.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2023

This is where we share life updates with friends and family, get inspiration from others, and even consume news. This free nonprofit marketing tool allows you to share your organization’s latest news and updates, promote your latest fundraising campaign, and strengthen relationships with your supporters.

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.orgSource

MAY 28, 2021

Engage members to click, like, share, download, purchase, and participate? What magic will– Define your association as the go-to source for education and career development? Generate revenue, increase recognition, and build reputation? It’s a tall order, but no wands or capes are involved.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 16, 2023

I previously shared answers to the top five questions on monthly giving. Now, I’d like to share the top three tips for fundraisers who are looking to start growing their monthly giving program to the next level.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 9, 2024

Videos are one of the best ways to share your story with potential and current donors. Here's how to use them to support your mission.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 5, 2023

Sharing Our Love of Data. First and foremost, in 2022, we invested heavily in sharing our love of data with the association world. Our investment in sharing our love of data was only surpassed by our love of A2 employees. Oh, and let’s not forget our post-game party hosted at Blake Shelton’s place – Ole Red. Hiring Great People.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 30, 2024

Our DAF roundup includes the four biggest reporting DAF charities sharing year-over-year grant totals, as well as a look at how this revenue stream is impacting nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

According to HubSpot Research , Linked Pages that have 100 followers or more earn a median of two clicks on the first two posts that a nonprofit shares on LinkedIn per week. For example, the International Fund for Animal Welfare shared the good news that zero rhinos were poached in 2020.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

Even though you won’t be networking in person, with online fundraising tools, you can still share success stories, celebrate your donors, energize your audience, and stay on brand the same way you would at an event that’d cost big bucks to put on. Share to social media as often as possible. Investing in social media is a safe bet.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

After talking to multiple copywriters who share the fear of losing their jobs to artificial intelligence, I put ChatGPT to the task of writing a fundraising letter. Are you afraid that ChatGPT is coming for your job? Here is what happened.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 22, 2023

Jennifer Rubin and Terry Pearl of 360 Philanthropy Group shared an anonymous nonprofit case study that relied on storytelling via social media and email to raise $57,000 in unrestricted funds in two weeks. Here’s a look at their recommended social media strategy.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

And after sharing some insights, I'll include a pro tip to ensure your nonprofit leverages each generation well. Let's highlight each generation and its use of social media.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 21, 2021

For everyone else, the important thing is to share your organization’s mission story in a compelling way – and "compelling" doesn’t necessarily mean professionally produced. Use your iPhone or Zoom or whatever tool you are comfortable with to do the recording.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Experts shared their thoughts on donor fees, year-end giving, social media, donation buttons and more. Donors are giving less overall, so what can you do to optimize your nonprofit’s online giving strategies?

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Shelley, CFRE, managing director at Orr Group; and Ashley Thompson, managing director of Blackbaud Institute shared. NonProfit PRO asked two of its board members for their best advice on 2022 priorities. Here's what from Craig H.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 11, 2023

That’s why I am sharing a few bloopers in direct mail and emails that could have been prevented in the past few months. It’s that time of year again. The holidays are near and the year-end giving crunch is on.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Here are five email newsletter makeover tips that she shared. When marketers think of their email newsletters, they may be placing too much emphasis on “news” and not enough on the “letter” aspect, and Ann Handley, chief content officer at MarketingProfs, sees this as an opportunity.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

That’s what we’re talking about in this article… how to collect amazing stories from the people you are helping and who are working with your organization that you can share with prospects, donors, and supporters of your non-profit. If you want people to share their stories with you, you need to ask them to do so.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Which emotions trigger viewers’ impulse to share and comment. In this webinar you’ll learn the science behind creating highly engaging videos, review key findings from the largest study of nonprofit videos ever, and receive practical tips to make your nonprofit’s video more engaging. Which video content types are most engaging.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 11, 2024

Pulling from experience with thousands of RFPs, Prosal shares five best practices to enhance your RFP writing process. Put yourself in our shoes – would you spend 10-20 hours on a project if the person you’re sharing it with won’t give you time to answer a question? It’s incredibly demoralizing!

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 20, 2023

Listen to Julie Packard discuss and share the steps that are urgently needed to help save the oceans that are so integral to the future of our planet.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 2, 2024

Pro Tip: Once you receive a notification that a sponsorship has sold, reach out to the sponsor to thank them for their support, review the sponsor benefits their chosen package includes, and share any promotional assets. Sponsors benefit from the ability to easily share their support for the tournament—and your cause—with their own audiences.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 30, 2023

Nonprofit leaders currently working in the trenches share their tried-and-true strategies. As labor and material costs rise, it may seem difficult for smaller organizations to fulfill their missions. But there are ways to maximize resources and minimize expenditures.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Jamie Bearse of ZERO — The End of Prostate Cancer shares how his organization developed the ZERO Flywheel method to build and keep a community engaged. Organizations that seek to find growth and success depend on a cause community to carry them.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If everyone is in your community, doors wide open, you just have a crowd with no shared idea, diluted passion and a cacophony of voices. Here's how to make sure the right people are in your nonprofit's community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

In fact, according to data shared by Peer-to-Peer Forum , peer-to-peer fundraising is the number one tactic that inspires donors to give to charity and 39% of Americans who’ve donated to charity have done so because a friend or family member asked them to. But did you know it’s also a great way to acquire new donors for your nonprofit?

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Join our expert panel featuring two seasoned fundraising experts as they cover the state of portfolio management and share best practices for when to move up or move out. Key topics include the keys to seamless donor relationship continuity and how to build internal processes to support smooth gift officer transitions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

It’s like seeing a new place through the eyes of a local, where you engage in authentic conversations, share personal experiences, and build a community that’s genuinely interested in your cause. Instead, share your mission through stories and behind-the-scenes looks at your work. Make eye contact with your audience.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 12, 2023

Blackbaud confirmed that its board of directors received, thoroughly reviewed, and rejected an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from Clearlake Capital to acquire all of the outstanding shares of the Company for $71 per share in cash.

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