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How to Improve Donor Retention: 3 Surprising Strategies from Top-performing Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Donor retention can feel like a never-ending cycle. Your team spends hours bringing new supporters through the door, only to watch too many quietly leave after their first gift. If that sounds familiar, you’re in good company. But some nonprofits have cracked the codenot by chasing endless new donors, but by inspiring loyalty in those they’ve already reached.

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How ‘The Matrix’ helped build—and break—beleaguered production company Village Roadhouse

Fast Company Tech

The name Village Roadshow might not ring a bell with every moviegoer, but the companys logo almost certainly will. Its shimmering, nested “V” of metallic ribbons that taper inward like a cinematic illusion played before dozens of movies that collectively spawned 34 No. 1opening weekends, 19 Academy Awards, and $19 billion in worldwide box office gross.

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23andMe files for bankruptcy, CEO steps down

Mashable Tech

Biotechnology company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy, with co-founder and CEO Anne Wojcicki stepping down, effective immediately. On Sunday, 23andMe filed a voluntary petition for bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Missouri. According to a press release , it "intends to continue operating its business in the ordinary course throughout the sale process," with "no changes to the way the company stores, manages, or protects customer data.

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Your Foundation Grant Report Is Due, But You’re Short On Your Goals. Now What?

Bloomerang

For many nonprofits, foundation grants are a critical source of revenue supporting programs and general operations. Frequently, securing these gifts requires development professionals and grant writers to submit proposals that include project goals to be achieved by the end of the grant period. As part of the proposal development process, development and program staff collaborate to define clear objectives as well as anticipated outputs and outcomes.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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The best USB-C hub for 2025

Engadget

Tablets and laptops are only getting more powerful , but rarely are there enough ports to harness all that potential. While Bluetooth accessories certainly have their place, you might prefer the speed and accuracy of wired peripherals not to mention items that dont have wireless counterparts. 5You have two main options for adding more connectivity to your tablet or laptop: a docking station or a hub.

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Act fast to get a refurbished iPad (6th gen) for just $110

Mashable Tech

TL;DR : Give your smartphone the night off with a refurbished 6th gen Apple iPad (32GB, WiFi) , for $109.99, now 56% off the usual price, while these limited supplies last. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Refurbished 6th gen Apple iPad (32GB, WiFi) $109.99 $249.99 Save $140 Get Deal The iPad is an underrated gadget in the Apple world. Like Goldilocks’ choice, it isn’t too bulky like a laptop or too small like a phone — it's just right.

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UK on alert after H5N1 bird flu spills over to sheep in world-first

Ars Technica

The H5N1 bird flu has spilled over to a sheep for the first time, infecting a domesticated ruminant in the United Kingdom much like it has in US dairy cows, according to UK officials. The single sheepa ewein Yorkshire, England, was confirmed infected after captive birds on the same property had tested positive for the virus, according to an announcement Monday.

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The best smart LED light bulbs for 2025

Engadget

Smart LED light bulbs are one of the easiest ways to get into the IoT space. These smart lighting solutions let you control your homes illumination from your phone and other connected devices, and in addition to that practicality, they also inject some fun into your space. Color-changing bulbs have a plethora of RGB options for you to customize the lighting mood for your next movie night, date night or game day, or you can opt for cozy warm white light when you need to unwind at the end of a lon

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Rimowa is selling old, beat-up suitcases—and they’ll likely be snatched up in minutes

Fast Company Tech

When brands like Patagonia or Eileen Fisher sell pre-owned products, they highlight how the pieces are in very good condition. That is not Rimowa’s strategy. Tomorrow, the German luxury brand is dropping a collection of vintage suitcases on its U.S. website that are covered in dents and scratches, old stickers, and luggage tags. And the wild thing is there is enormous demand for these beat-up suitcases, which cost between $600 and $1,000, generally around half the price of a brand-new Rimo

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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The White Lotus Season 3, episode 7 trailer: Is that.blood?

Mashable Tech

Things are really ramping up at The White Lotus and the intense trailer for Season 3 , episode 7 has more blood than we've seen all season. Tim Ratliff (Jason Isaacs) is covered in a red spray, Rick Hatchett (Walton Goggins) seems to be confronting the man he's been hunting , and Belinda Lindsey (Natasha Rothwell) knows that Greg Hunt (Jon Gries) knows that she knows.

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Genetic testing company 23andMe declares bankruptcy

Ars Technica

On Sunday, the genetic testing and heritage company 23andMe announced that it had entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy and was asking a court to arrange its sale. The company has been losing money for years, and a conflict between its board and CEO about future directions led to the entire board resigning back in September. Said CEO, Anne Wojcicki, has now resigned and will be pursuing an attempt to purchase the company and take it private.

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Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro review: Rising above the boring competition

Engadget

The Nothing Phone 2a was one of the most memorable smartphones of 2024. It offered a fast display, big battery and personality, all for just $349. For a follow-up, Nothing could have simply refreshed the 2a and the result would have probably been worth recommending. But the company didn't do that. Instead, it decided to update the 2a and release an entirely new handset alongside it.

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How to teach your employees to embrace (rather than fear) the growth of AI

Fast Company Tech

Our workplaces are undergoing the next technological revolution, brought on by the warp-speed growth of artificial intelligence (AI). Generative AI is a total game changer for how we work. One day, well look back and wonder how we did our jobs without this technology. But not today. Many of us are still living firmly in the discovery period of AI at work, and were dealing with a big dichotomy.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

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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Moiraine channels extraordinary power in exclusive clip from The Wheel of Time Season 3, episode 5

Mashable Tech

The Wheel of Time Season 3 , episode 4 introduced an incredibly powerful new object: the Sakarnen, a sa'angreal that serves as the female counterpart to the sword Callandor. (This is a change from Robert Jordan's original novels , where the Sakarnen can only be used by men.) SEE ALSO: 'The Wheel of Time' cast on the most anticipated relationships of Season 3 In episode 4, Aes Sedai Moiraine (Rosamund Pike) found the Sakarnen in the city of Rhuidean, within Avendesora, the Tree of Life.

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Should we be concerned about the loss of weather balloons?

Ars Technica

Due to staff reductions, retirements, and a federal hiring freeze, the National Weather Service has announced a series of suspensions involving weather balloon launches in recent weeks. The question is, will this significantly degrade forecasts in the United States and around the world? On February 27, it was announced that balloon launches would be suspended entirely at Kotzebue, Alaska, due to staffing shortages.In early March, Albany, N.Y., and Gray, Maine, announced periodic disruptions in l

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25+ Website Marketing Statistics for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

A supplemental post to 101 Digital Marketing & Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits , these website statistics can guide your nonprofit in creating and maintaining a website that maximizes the user experience and fundraising success.

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This $5 cowboy hat is designed to smuggle a secret soda (or beer)

Fast Company Tech

Marketing stunts tend to range from the banal to the broadly cleverbut rarely do they border on the chaotically brilliant. Today, the beverage company Evolution Fresh is debuting a 10-gallon hat designed to smuggle 12-ounce cans of its new Real Fruit Soda (or really any beverage of your choosing) into movie theaters and concert venues where BYO is verboten.

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How to Scale Recurring Giving for Sustainable Growth

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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Roborock Saros 10 vs. S8 MaxV Ultra: All the new upgrades

Mashable Tech

While the Roborock Saros Z70's futuristic prehensile arm monopolised the spotlight at CES, it wasn't the only new robot vacuum the company showed off in January. Roborock also unveiled its new Saros 10, its new flagship robovac and successor to last year's S8 MaxV Ultra. Here's everything you need to know about the Roborock Saros 10, including how it compares to the S8 MaxV Ultra.

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The 2025 Cadillac Optiq: Sensibly sized and improves on the Equinox EV

Ars Technica

Cadillac provided flights from Los Angeles to San Fransisco and accommodation so Ars could drive the Optiq. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. Badging on the rear of the new Cadillac Optiq may confuse some American buyers. This crossover is fully electric, so the alphanumeric nomenclature can't refer to engine displacementand not horsepower, either.

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How to delete your 23andMe data

Engadget

23andMe has capped off a challenging few years by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy today. Given the uncertainty around the future of the DNA testing company and what will happen to all of the genetic data it has collected, now is a critical time for customers to protect their privacy. California Attorney General Rob Bonta has recommended that past customers of the genetic testing business delete their information as a precautionary measure.

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How to select a hobby that will make you happier

Fast Company Tech

When people talk about work-life balance , they often mean that they have some engagement with activities outside of worknot just filling the hours of the day when they’re not working. That engagement might involve taking care of family members, engaging as a volunteer, or participating in a hobby. If youre fortunate enough to have the time to spend on a hobby, does it matter what you do?

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

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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Echo Dot vs. Echo Pop: Which Amazon device should you buy during the Big Spring Sale?

Mashable Tech

SEE ALSO: Your Amazon Echo will start reporting to Amazon on March 28 Echo Dot vs. Echo Pop: Specs Credit: Chart: SaVanna Shoemaker / Mashable Design: We like color options The Echo Dot and the Echo Pop are nearly the same size, but while the Echo Dot is round, the Echo Pop has a flat face. It basically looks like a cross-section of the Dot. The Echo Dot (left) and Echo Pop (right) — as you can see, the Dot has been graced by toddler spaghetti fingers.

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Can we make AI less power-hungry? These researchers are working on it.

Ars Technica

At the beginning of November 2024, the US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rejected Amazons request to buy an additional 180 megawatts of power directly from the Susquehanna nuclear power plant for a data center located nearby. The rejection was due to the argument that buying power directly instead of getting it through the grid like everyone else works against the interests of other users.

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23andMe has filed for bankruptcy and CEO Anne Wojcicki has stepped down

Engadget

DNA testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy , following a tumultuous few years that included significant layoffs and a wide-ranging data breach. It plans to find a buyer and continue operations throughout the process, with the company's CEO, Anne Wojcicki, resigning to bid for the company independently. The Board of Directors' Special Committee previously rejected a proposal from Wojcicki. "We expect the court-supervised process will advance our efforts to address

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23andMe bankruptcy update: Stock falls to penny territory as California urges customers to delete their data

Fast Company Tech

DNA testing firm 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The once high-flying San Francisco companywhich provides DNA analysis to offer insights into ancestry, health traits, and genetic risksis aiming to sell itself after facing significant challenges, including rejected acquisition offers and declining market value in the wake of a 2023 data breach that impacted millions of users.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

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.