Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In the United States, there were 28 climate disasters in 2023 , which surpassed the record of 22 disasters in 2020 – tallying a price tag of at least $92.9 Finally, the numbers worldwide are alarming– with 398 recorded natural disasters worldwide in 2023. In response, people often step up and ask, “How can I help?”

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Candid

JANUARY 2, 2024

Here we highlight some of the most popular publications from 2023.  It describes learnings and findings from this diversion program’s aim to serve adults aged 18-26 years in Cook County, Illinois between May 2021 and June 2023. To do so, it explores ways to determine BIPOC-led organizations, as defined by BIPOC communities.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 19, 2024

For example, nonprofits offering virtual volunteering opportunities see an increase in volunteers. Donors will admit they prefer their donation to go directly to a cause, rather than operation costs like a fair living wage for the CEO of a nonprofit , utilities, transportation costs, and other expenses.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Over the past five years, nonprofit arts organizations have maneuvered through pandemic shutdowns, evolving audience behaviors, and the relentless pressure of inflation. We analyzed data provided by 743 organizations via SMU DataArts’ Cultural Data Profile from 2019 to 2023, revealing the complexities beneath the surface.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 29, 2024

In a new report, “State Of Nonprofits 2024: What Funders Need To Know,” one-third of nonprofit leaders surveyed say that they are “very much” concerned about their own burnout (33%), and half report that they are more concerned about their burnout now than last year. vice president, research, at CEP, told The NonProfit Times.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Last week Candid hit a milestone, launching our biggest, most robust nonprofit compensation report yet. Trusted for decades, the 2023 Nonprofit Compensation Report provides the facts you’ll need to stay IRS compliant and competitive when making key salary decisions.

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Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 concludes, we’ve put our twist on this yearly tradition. We hope you enjoy rediscovering and reflecting on the 10 most-read Candid blogs of 2023. It also provides best practices and helpful resources to guide your efforts towards every nonprofit’s desired destination: grant funding to support your mission-driven work.

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Candid

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This new vision has led nonprofit organizations to reconsider how to best leverage talent in a changing landscape. Olanike Mensah, founder of Mosaic Consulting, says, “Despite success in white-dominant workplaces, leading in national nonprofits and becoming an SVP at a Fortune 50 global company, I was unfulfilled.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 20, 2022

As nonprofits gear up to hire new staff when fresh 2023 budgets come into effect this January, they’d be wise to think about why a candidate would choose their workplace’s culture over another. Here are a few simple things employers can implement to create a flexible work environment.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 13, 2024

Nonprofits face continual financial pressures around revenue streams, with 57% of financial managers saying they need somewhat or much more stable cash flow, and nearly 7 in 10 sharing that they need more revenue streams today than they did two years ago. Nonprofit employees spend, on average, 30% of their day managing data between systems.

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GiveSmart

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Fundraisers in 2023 are facing numerous headwinds. Nonprofits have the key to unlock a new source of funding – they just need to use it. Unfortunately, the outlook for 2023 is also cloudy due to several factors: Fewer donors : Twenty years ago, 65% of US households gave to charities, churches, schools, and foundations.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In this post, discover what makes a grant proposal budget successful, common mistakes to avoid, and learn from the 3 best nonprofit grant budget examples to develop your own.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Hundreds of ENGAGE articles have been written by outstanding leaders and subject matter experts across the social good community in 2023. 10 Things to Look for When Evaluating a Grant Proposal by Christine Newman, Blackbaud Making impactful grants to the right nonprofit partners starts with a thorough grant proposal evaluation.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

MAY 6, 2024

In most instances, nonprofit giving declined again in 2023. It’s good for all nonprofit organizations, but it’s especially beneficial for small nonprofits. Don’t skimp on your communications budget. Maybe you need to reallocate your budget to cover some of these expenses. a month (hopefully more).

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 19, 2023

Download this comprehensive accounting eBook for the latest best practices for budgeting, closing books, audits, managing payroll, compliance, and much more. Set your team up for success!

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Grant Consulting Services

JUNE 29, 2023

One word: budget. In the land of grantmaking, it’s essential to have a budget in place because grantmakers want to know that your financial situation is reasonable and how you plan on spending the money if awarded. The budget should show potential funders EXACTLY where their funds will be directed. Don’t make stuff up.

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 25, 2024

2023 was another tough year in the nonprofit industry. A few gloomy points to consider: Giving Tuesday donors dropped off by about 10 percent in 2023 (although total donations were up slightly). Nonprofits are still struggling to recover from 2022’s 10.5 percent drop in donations. Wouldn’t you feel safer with a lifeboat?

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Candid

AUGUST 7, 2024

In June 2024, Florida governor Ron DeSantis vetoed $32 million in state funding for nonprofit arts organizations. As I discussed next steps with a nonprofit partner—like educating their community about the impact of this loss of funding—concerns about engaging in “political talk” emerged. nonprofits across the country.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Considering the twists that fundraising plans may have taken in 2023, it’s crucial to recalibrate for the upcoming year. As we embark on the fundraising journey in 2024, the significance of a well-structured nonprofit annual development plan cannot be overstated. What’s your plan for 2024?

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GrantNews

MAY 8, 2024

Are you or someone you know considering taking the plunge to start a nonprofit? For this reason, GrantWatch has listed below 7 of the most common nonprofit startup costs. The work done by nonprofits is inspiring and so important! Hiring a lawyer can also be extremely helpful when it comes to picking a name for your nonprofit.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 16, 2024

The trends suggest nonprofits would do well to offer a variety of program options to meet this evolving landscape of corporate giving, according to the 2024 State of Corporate Purpose report released recently by social impact software company Benevity in Calgary, Canada. The same is true of corporate-backed volunteer programs.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Get ready to soak up all the goodness from these jam-packed 2023 fundraising articles. When and How to Pay Yourself a Nonprofit Salary: Preparing your organization for growth is essential for sustaining your work. Spend the time to put some thought into creating a budget for your nonprofit.

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CauseVox

MAY 23, 2023

Struck by the power of the Google Ad Grant, we wondered why more nonprofits were not utilizing it. We surveyed hundreds of organizations and found that 75% of eligible nonprofits either had not heard of, or were not currently using the Google Grant. We are here to change that!

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RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Challenge While the AAMC is a large organization with large federal and foundation grants supporting several key initiatives, they comprise only a small percentage of the overall organization budget. See more Case Studies Biopharmaceutical Company Maryland Nonprofits Let’s work together SCHEDULE A CALL Create a more sustainable future.

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GiveSmart

APRIL 17, 2024

Achieving financial sustainability as a nonprofit is no easy task. That’s why it’s imperative that nonprofits diversify their income sources. Find out how your nonprofit can work toward strategic sustainability. Why Should Your Nonprofit Embrace Strategic Sustainability?

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Candid

JUNE 29, 2023

Rather, the 2023 change in giving more closely matches findings from survey data in pre-pandemic years. Source: Foundation Giving Forecast Survey, 2017–2023. Source: Foundation Giving Forecast Survey, 2023. Source: Foundation Giving Forecast Survey, 2023. Source: Foundation Giving Forecast Survey, 2023.

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Soapbox Exchange

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Register now for early bird prices (with that 2023 budget

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Candid

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Unlike many cycles of nonprofit operations, grant reporting doesn’t really have a season; it’s all year long. But they can also be time-consuming to put together, particularly for small nonprofits. Funders can also leverage existing grantee information on public platforms like Candid nonprofit profiles.

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Candid

JULY 19, 2023

As a result, nonprofits were hit hard in multiple ways. Others reaffirmed their foundation’s commitment to meeting giving targets despite economic conditions, as nonprofits still experience sustained needs and long-term impacts from the pandemic. We opened our application process to any local nonprofit serving children and families.”

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 5, 2024

These predictions are based on the most up-to-date information available as well as our in-the-trenches work with our nonprofits. This is impacting everyone’s bank accounts, including the bank accounts of nonprofits and foundations. In this series, Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates are sharing our insights into foundation giving.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

So, a year-end fundraising goal and plan is important for nonprofits to take full advantage of donors’ kindness. In fact, recent research shows that a quarter of annual nonprofit revenue is raised in the month of December. After over 20 years of fundraising, consulting, and teaching nonprofits across the U.S.,

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

An estimated $557 billion was donated by individuals, foundations, and corporations to charities in the United States in 2023. Five Fraud Risks Specific to NFPs Nonprofit organizations often face unique fraud risks that can jeopardize their mission and erode donor trust. This statement is true regardless of a NFPs size.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Working with a lean budget means even the slightest unexpected expense can create a stressful situation. So many nonprofits found 2023 to be particularly stressful. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year.

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2024

Candid did something bold in 2023: We asked that funders put their trust in us by providing unrestricted grant support for our planned mission-critical work—projects we believed would make the biggest impact for the sector at large. Studies show that nonprofits need flexible dollars to succeed.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Leveraging data and making tweaks to donor-facing forms helps your nonprofit build stronger relationships. By Logan Lewis In 2023, donor retention was down significantly from the previous year. This trend goes hand in hand with lowered participation rates and a dip in the total number of donors supporting nonprofits.

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DonorSnap

JANUARY 18, 2023

A nonprofit CRM will help you build meaningful relationships with your supporters. To reap the true benefits of CRM, your nonprofit will need both a system and a strategy. Although, sometimes nonprofits will refer to it as Constituent Relationship Management. What is a Nonprofit CRM System?

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Greater Giving

APRIL 8, 2022

Our annual nonprofit fundraising report is here, packed full with surprising insights and new fundraising strategies, all based on YOUR answers. Download the full State of Nonprofit Fundraising report here! Here at Greater Giving, our goal is to help nonprofits achieve fundraising success. What we learned from the data.

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