NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2023

Blackbaud announced the July 2023 cohort of its Social Good Startup Program. The cohort includes 10 mission-driven tech startups using generative AI to increase impact for companies and nonprofits focused on social responsibility.

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is radically changing the way organizations work. From programs that make complex data-based decisions to applications that transcribe spoken words into text, AI offers new opportunities to do things more creatively and efficiently. But as with any tool, we need to agree as an organization on how we use it.

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Planned Giving

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Summary AI might look enticing, but when you strip away all the hype it’s a ticking time bomb. AI-created content has created some serious problems for its early adopters. These days it seems like AI is everything, everywhere, all at once. Do you really want to lose donations over an easier way to write a caption?

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

Only to decline again in the uncertainty of 2023. The latest numbers from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), reveal the number of donors industrywide fell for the ninth straight quarter in Q3 2023. The Edelman Trust Barometer found that trust in nonprofits dropped another 4 points in 2023. Donors were down 7.6%

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Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

It feels like 2023 has become the year of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Generative AI products, such as ChatGPT, are examples of a branch of AI called machine learning, which is concerned with learning from data to surface trends and predictions. Making searching for funders and grants fast and easy.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 31, 2024

We’ve compiled 200 subject lines from GivingTuesday 2023 to give you some inspiration—and a glimpse into what subject lines are flooding your supporters’ inbox. Think of AI as a brainstorming tool. The sheer volume can feel overwhelming. That’s why nailing your email’s subject line is more critical than ever.

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Qgiv

MARCH 14, 2023

While many have embraced the “new normal” as we move past the pandemic, there continue to be underlying challenges for nonprofits trying to raise money in 2023. The organizations that can do the best job of retaining donors in 2023 will be most successful—not just in this year, but for years to come. This problem is not going away.

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amplifi

DECEMBER 7, 2023

But if you’ve been taking things day-by-day, you may not be caught up with the ways the nonprofit industry evolved in 2023. AI has come a long way in a short amount of time. But advancements in AI are helping fundraisers spend less time writing appeals and other communications. Embrace Artificial Intelligence. percent and 18.2

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Grants4Good

AUGUST 25, 2023

What is the BEST way to embrace the incoming 100-foot wave called AI (or artificial intelligence)? I guarantee you’ll find something useful in the new AI technologies emerging such as ChatGPT, boodleAI, Grantable, and others. If you need a primer on AI, check out my blog on AI and ChatGPT: What is it and how do I use it? ]

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2023

It’s that time of year to start your 2023 GivingTuesday prep! Take advantage of ChatGPT and AI With the rise of AI like ChatGPT , you can utilize these new technologies to increase your organization’s efficiency. The more specific prompt you provide the AI, the better template it can give to you.

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Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In this article, we share a glimpse of what 1500+ participants globally told us about their recent performance, current fundraising strategies and opportunities, use of technology and CRMs, and attitudes and use of artificial intelligence (AI). Only a few are prioritising and truly embracing AI—as we will explore later on in this article.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 26, 2024

Like for some, 2023 was a tremendously difficult year for me on a personal level , including the devastating and unexpected passing of my brother. A new year, a new me. What is it about that transition from December 31 st to January 1 st that seems to provide an almost magical and inexplicable reset in our lives?

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Grants4Good

AUGUST 22, 2023

Is AI technology accessible and affordable for smaller nonprofits? Can AI help us build stronger and genuine relationships with donors? Join me for a 30-minute fireside chat with Shawn Olds, CEO of boodleAI, to talk in depth about how AI can help fundraisers, grant pros, and nonprofit professionals. Why is this so important?

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 4, 2024

Aplos is working on several AI-driven technologies, said Vinod. Aplos started looking for a CRM component during the fall of 2023. Raisely was acquired by ASG in 2023. Vinod described the target audience as “mid-market” of between $1 million and $10 million in revenue, although it is intended for any sized organization.

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Grant Consulting Services

JULY 31, 2023

Grants & AI: The New Normal New technological advances can be awe inspiring. What is Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence (AI), is the ability of a digital computer or computer-controlled robot to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings (Britannica, 2023). But does it really?

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Sharpshooter Communications

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As a grant professional, I have an enduring faith in the myriad of talents needed to craft comprehensive and convincing proposals -- talents that can’t be automated by artificial intelligence (AI) -- but I also understand the existential fear of our profession being devalued or compromised through technology. Let’s start with the negatives.

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Grants4Good

JUNE 17, 2023

If you need a primer on AI, check out my blog on AI and ChatGPT: What is it and how do I use it? Philip: Grantable is a world-class grant writing assistant for any organization, powered by generative AI language models. This is one of the hottest topics right now, so jump right in! [If

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 19, 2023

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA – The new Tom Cruise thriller, Dead Reckoning Part One , will be in theaters in July 2023. Others are highlighting their use of artificial intelligence (AI). The return of Ethan Hunt reminds us that one of the most important secrets of success for grant writers is to blow away the funder.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 24, 2025

Now more than ever, let's distinguish ourselves from the growing number of people who think they can replace us with AI and set a standard for only hiring certified grant professionals. However, designation certifications go further in requiring ongoing continuing education and adherence to a professional code of ethics. Who Is Certified?

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Candid

JULY 17, 2024

Based on an online survey of 32,000 respondents in 28 countries conducted in November 2023, the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Global Report found low levels of trust in these institutions’ ability to manage “new innovations and technologies.”

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As a grant professional, I have an enduring faith in the myriad of talents needed to craft comprehensive and convincing proposals -- talents that can’t be automated by artificial intelligence (AI) -- but I also understand the existential fear of our profession being devalued or compromised through technology. Let’s start with the negatives.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 17, 2024

According to a new report from Google, titled AI in Action: Accelerating Progress Towards the Sustainable Development Goals, these challenges disproportionately impact low and middle-income countries (LMICs). Additionally, AI capabilities will continue to advance and create opportunities for innovation across domains.

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

Though employment in the nonprofit sector made a strong recovery as of 2023 , returning workers are now expecting changes to “business as usual,” including better compensation, clearer job descriptions, more straightforward hiring practices, and remote work-friendly accommodations and arrangements. This piece has two purposes.

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HSF House

APRIL 17, 2024

Ella Windlan at the 2023 Undergraduate Research Symposium in the FSU Student Union. This was my first introduction to research as a means of social justice, and doing the important work of rectifying racist and sexist practices of representation. It is for this reason that I pursued the IDEA grant.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 10, 2024

Read our article here about our 2023 successes. Conclusion Related articles: Before you use AI to write grants, make sure you know these 4 things 6 things to consider when hiring a grant writer Getting a foot in the door with a big funder Mistake 2: Grant writers shouldn’t focus on minor distinctions within your work.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 29, 2024

Given widespread concerns about staffing and staff capacity, some nonprofit leaders are exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to supplement the work of their staff. As in 2023, most nonprofit respondents experienced either a balanced budget or surplus in the most recently completed fiscal year.

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The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has increasingly moved into the discussion. Just over one in five respondents (22%) have augmented their writing efforts, such as grant proposals, annual appeals, ad creation, social media posts through the use of AI. And a few mentioned AI-enhanced door stewardship efforts and predictive modeling.

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GiveSmart

OCTOBER 8, 2024

In 2023, nonprofits raised nearly $3.1 GiveSmart customers also saw a 10% increase in #GivingTuesday fundraising in 2023 compared to 2022. With reliable AI-based tools , there are ways to help you cut some of the manual work. billion in the U.S. Ask them to give you a quote or shoot a quick phone video.

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Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Key takeaways from the 2023 Philanthropy New Zealand Conference from Jo Garner , Ruth Button and Greta Buchanan. Once new horizons are set then the task is to reweave the bindings so that the tokotoko are tightly connected and supporting one another – kia tukutuku anō ai te Raki.”

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Planned Giving

MAY 15, 2024

For better or worse, AI is taking center stage as the next big thing. According to a 2023 AARP study , almost nine out of 10 Americans own a smart phone. But wait, there’s more: While overall spending on technology dropped, from $912 per person in 2022 to $798 in 2023, tech purchases by adults in their 60s and 70s went up. “In

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2024

Giving USA 2023 reported that individual giving declined 6.4% In 2023, it declined 2.4%. Plus, the M+R Benchmarks 2024 report highlighted the fact that online fundraising essentially stayed flat in 2023 (declining by 1%). It’s been a challenging past couple of years for nonprofit fundraising. Text fundraising solutions.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Processing Payments in a Time of Crisis In 2023, wildfires created the deadliest natural disaster in Hawaii’s history. Every dollar counts when it comes to fundraising. Your organization must have the tools to efficiently collect donations, manage transactions, and ensure the security of donor information.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a part of our lives for a long time, powering our smartphones’ virtual assistants, personalizing content recommendations on streaming services, and ushering in innovations in self-driving car technology. And there are a variety of opinions out there about AI. And should we be using it or not?”

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 28, 2024

There are some trends, with just 10% of planner projecting a decrease in attendees during 2023 and 59% projecting an increase for 2024. Just 9% reported a decrease in revenue during 2023 and are projecting gains for 2024. They predict even better performance in these areas for the next 12 months.

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Tom Ahern

JANUARY 20, 2023

And then I tried it… AI ( Artificial Intelligence ) has come a LONG way. YOU side), AI can be useful for brainstorming and first drafts. I didn’t believe it either … then I swallowed my pride and investigated, with guidance from the AI-hopeful Coopers …. take that clumsy AI first-draft. take that clumsy AI first-draft.

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Candid

AUGUST 26, 2024

These Issue Lab reports cover a variety of topics—from AI to renewable energy—and showcase the ideas and efforts of organizations working to improve the lives of people in their communities and beyond. This report offers an early perspective on the state of data and AI adoption among foundations in Europe. nonprofit sector by Candid.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 31, 2024

Though I don’t think I could ever have predicted some of the incredible innovations we’re seeing today in this new era of AI. Dr Fei-Fei Li, Professor and Co-Directo, Stanford’s Human Centered AI Institute Dr. Fei-Fei Li stands out for her pioneering AI work and her commitment to making AI serve humanity.

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