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What to Say When Your Donor Asks: How Much do you Spend on Overhead?

Clairification

I’ve been asked this question many times. And not just by donors, but also by board members. One of the ways I’ve answered is with my own questions: If you could invest 20 cents to get a dollar, would you? If you could invest 50 cents to get a dollar, would you? If the dollar you got was old, wrinkly and ripped, would that matter to you?

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Nonprofit Radio for September 16, 2024: Board Members Are People Too

Tony Martignetti

Judy Levine: Board Members Are People Too One size fits all rules may not make sense for your board, especially if you’re embracing diversity and equity in board membership. Judy Levine is a longtime board coach, trainer and consultant, and she led Cause Effective for 17 years. She’s now an independent consultant. This originally … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for September 16, 2024: Board Members Are People Too → Judy Levine: Board Members Are People Too One size fits all rule

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Is philanthropy “women’s work”?

Hands-On Fundraising

And what does women’s work mean? A few weeks ago, I wrote a post about the struggles of balancing work and life – especially for those of us in the nonprofit world. Many of you read it, shared it, commented, or sent me email messages. I’m so grateful to everyone. Because stress is a very real problem. And […] The post Is philanthropy “women’s work”?

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These 17 Nonprofit Leaders Want to Change How You Vote

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Drew Lindsay Chronicle Illustration; Courtesy Headshots; iStockphoto Organizers, funders, lawyers, scholars, writers, and celebrities (Jennifer Lawrence!) aim to reboot our election system. Also, coming soon from the Chronicle: the people who want to build trust in elections.

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AI for Grant Writing: 20+ ChatGPT Prompts You Can Use

This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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10 Grants Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses Can Apply for in September

GrantNews

GrantWatch has September grants for entrepreneurs and small businesses! As summer winds down, and those long, lazy days come to an end, it is time to shift gears and get back into the flow of work. While the sunny days of summer may have tempted you to slow down, the reality is that our economy is still recovering. Inflation, rising interest rates, and persistent barriers continue to challenge many small business owners.

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How to Write a Newsletter Your Members Will Actually Want to Read + 16 Ideas to Use in Your Next Email

Wild Apricot

Looking to create newsletters that capture your members' attention? Discover how to write compelling newsletters with our expert tips and 16 engaging ideas to make your next email irresistible and valuable to your audience.

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Harnessing Technology for Global Impact: Inside GlobalGiving's Atlas Project

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Discover how GlobalGiving’s Atlas project is transforming global philanthropy by connecting donors with nonprofits worldwide through innovative technology.

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Rural America Is Struggling. Where's Philanthropy?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Ben Gose WIND RIVER INDIAN RESERVATION Sofia Jaramillo New donor collaboratives are experimenting, but few national foundations bring big dollars or a strategy. Plus, see the rest of our September issue, posted online today.

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Can nonprofit arts organizations survive inflation and revenue woes?

Candid

Over the past five years, nonprofit arts organizations have maneuvered through pandemic shutdowns, evolving audience behaviors, and the relentless pressure of inflation. But what does the financial landscape look like now? 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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What Do Grantees Think of Intermediary Funders?

Center for Effective Philanthropy

Over the past decade, there has been a significant rise in both the interest in and number of intermediary organizations — those that primarily regrant funds from institutional sources on […] The post What Do Grantees Think of Intermediary Funders? appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Grants for Nonprofits that Support Recovery and Hope

GrantNews

Nonprofits that support recovery programs have the ability to help transform lives and communities. Now, more than ever, these organizations need access to grant opportunities to amplify their impact. Funding is available to support programs that offer addiction recovery services, mental health counseling, and community outreach. These grants empower nonprofits to expand their reach, develop new initiatives, and provide essential resources to those in need.

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5 Proven Strategies To Enhance Your Existing Tools For A More Modern Constituent Experience

NonProfit PRO

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, many organizations struggle to integrate siloed data and systems. Efforts to innovate have often led to a proliferation of tools, technologies, and platforms - resulting in a fractured constituent experience and strained budgets. This session will explore five proven strategies that start with the systems you already have in place, as a foundation to enhance a more connected, responsive, and efficient constituent experience.

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Nonprofit Employees Often Can't Afford Basics, New Report Finds

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Study reveals 22 percent of charity workers struggle financially, highlighting a crisis in a sector dedicated to helping others. By Sara Herschander iStockphoto More than one in five nonprofit workers in the United States is struggling to make ends meet, even as many dedicate their careers to helping others facing financial hardship, according to a new report released Tuesday.

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The Power of Polite Persistence in Fundraising: A Great Story

Asking Matters

What will it take for us to get rid of this pernicious habit? It is such awful fundraising on every level, and we’re swapping so much long-term good for a bit of short-term gain. The post The Power of Polite Persistence in Fundraising: A Great Story appeared first on Asking Matters.

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Podcast: Transforming Fund Management: Key Insights on Accountability and Impact Reporting for Nonprofits

Capital Campaign Pro

Season 4, Episode 5 In this comprehensive episode, Andrea Kihlstedt and Chelsea Lamego dive deep into the critical aspects of managing and reporting on donor funds. Chelsea, co-founder and CEO of FundMiner, shares her expertise on overcoming the complexities of fund management, particularly in large institutions and small nonprofits alike. The discussion highlights common challenges […] The post Podcast: Transforming Fund Management: Key Insights on Accountability and Impact Reporting for

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Event Fundraisers Banned From Minnesota

The NonProfit Times

The professional fundraising organization Ride to The Chip and its founders have been barred from all future professional fundraising activities in Minnesota. The organization and its founders must pay the nonprofit the Magnus Veterans Foundation money owed to the charity, roughly $5,000. The fundraisers, identified as Tyrone Creer and Alice Arenson, will be required to further pay $75,000 if they violate any part of the agreement with the State of Minnesota, according to an announcement from M

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A Main Reason Why Donors Give and How to Use It to Boost Fundraising Response

NonProfit PRO

One big reason donors give is the desire for action. Here's how you can appeal to this want to boost fundraising success.

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More Funders Are Handing Off Grant-Making Duties to Intermediaries. Is It a Good Idea?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

A new report from the Center for Effective Philanthropy finds that nonprofits are not as enamored with intermediaries as consultancies and foundations are. By Stephanie Beasley Groundswell Fund Black Mamas Matter Alliance, a grantee of the intermediary Groundswell Fund, held its annual Black Maternal Health Walk and Block Party in Atlanta in April 2024.

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The Ideal Year-End Fundraising Calendar [2024]

CauseVox

2024 has been a year of “how has time moved so slowly” but also “where on earth did this year go?” Somehow it’s almost November and that means it’s time to start planning your ideal year-end timeline. Autumn definitely means “go time” in the life of a fundraiser, often because it signals the start of year-end , a period of time you may get upwards of 60% or more of your annual donations.

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Investing in fair, inclusive data

Candid

As most savvy funders know, our collective future hinges on whether this era of unprecedented technological innovation finally breaks down decades of systemic exclusion for those without access…or only further encodes long standing biases. At the heart of the struggle is data. If we don’t center historically marginalized communities in the way we collect, use, and share information, we risk worsening inequalities across all sectors.

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How to promote monthly giving on GivingTuesday.

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We get it. If you’re like other fundraisers, GivingTuesday can be overwhelming! December 3 is coming up fast, and it won’t be easy to stand out. But promoting monthly giving options on GivingTuesday is a great way to do something different and secure additional support. Think about the messages donors typically receive on GivingTuesday. Many organizations will warm up their audience for their year-end appeal by encouraging donors who haven’t given this year to make an impact before it’s too late

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GAAP for Nonprofits: How to Reconcile GAAP and Non-GAAP Results

Blackbaud

Have you ever had your board members scratch their collective heads when the development and finance teams report their results? Do you get questions on why the two never match up? The quandary that faces every nonprofit management team is how to communicate the difference in GAAP to non-GAAP operating results. In many respects, it is the same challenge our for-profit friends face when they eliminate stock-based compensation from their financial statements, except in nonprofit accounting our cha

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National Grant Makers Bet This Rural Education Program Can Scale

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Eden Stiffman Partners for Rural Impact The Ballmer Group, Blue Meridian Partners, and others are helping Partners for Rural Impact take a model from Harlem and adapt it for Appalachian Kentucky and beyond.

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From For-Profit to Nonprofit: Discovering Purpose for Your Skills

GrantNews

The nonprofit sector needs talented and skilled professionals like you–arguably even more than the for-profit world. Professionals who plateau in their careers often journey from the for-profit to the nonprofit sector to rediscover fulfillment in their working lives. Because of this, nonprofits must ensure workplace success by investing in competitive salaries and benefits for qualified editors, copywriters, marketing experts, web developers, accountants, and more.

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A Recap of the 2024 Bridge Conference

NonProfit PRO

With year-end fundraising swiftly approaching, here are the latest tips for fundraising and marketing from the recent Bridge Conference.

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Building the Intermediary Ecosystem: Three Core Tenets

Center for Effective Philanthropy

Philanthropy has experienced an explosion in intermediaries in the past decade and I was privileged to have a front-row seat to that growth during my tenure at Arabella Advisors, a […] The post Building the Intermediary Ecosystem: Three Core Tenets appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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4 Nonprofit Marketing Ideas That Embrace Creativity

Soapbox Exchange

In an age where attention spans are short and competition is fierce, captivating your audience is more important than ever. This means getting creative and making your nonprofit’s story unforgettable! With countless organizations vying for the same pool of donors and volunteers, you need to consider how your nonprofit can connect with supporters in unique and memorable ways.

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Chicago’s Art Institute Lands $75 Million for Expansion

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Aaron Fleischman and Lin Lougheed’s donation will help the museum expand and exhibit much more of its collection. By Maria Di Mento Art Institute of Chicago Edward Kemeys’s “Lions” flank the Michigan Avenue entrance to the Art Institute of Chicago, which received a $75 million gift. Plus, two brothers gave $75 million to UW-Madison for a new engineering building, the Mayo Clinic landed $50 million to expand cancer care to more underserved patients, Mackenzie Scott gave $40 million, and the Juill

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It’s Time to Clean Up with Conservation Grants

GrantNews

Let’s clean up with conservation grants! Conservation efforts must be a priority for us as a global society. There are, of course, untold numbers of people and organizations that contribute much of their time and resources (financial and in-kind support) to ensure that conservation and clean-up efforts remain steadfast. See below for biographies (bios) of some of the most well-known “Conservation Heroes” whose past contributions have been invaluable.

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15 Reasons Your Paid Digital Ads May Not Be Converting

NonProfit PRO

In theory, paid digital ads are simple, but a lot goes into creating successful campaigns. Here's what may determine success.

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Don’t be afraid to tap into donor-advised funds (DAFs) 

Candid

October 10, 2024 will be the first-ever DAF Day , a giving day dedicated to donor-advised funds (DAFs). The initiative was launched in July by a group of 60 nonprofits, fundraising platforms, and DAF sponsors to expand DAF giving by encouraging their networks to give from their DAF accounts on one day, together. Here’s what nonprofits need to know to get involved and make the most of DAF Day.

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Exciting times for philanthropy in Australia 

Strategic Grants

A record year for charitable giving was reported by Australian Philanthropic Services (APS) in the last financial year, with APS clients collectively giving $200 million—a sizeable uplift from the $162 million in 2023. Through its latest IPAP (Impact Philanthropy Application Program) insights , Perpetual Trustees reported $32 million committed to charities through the IPAP process.

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Fearless Fund Drops Grant Program for Black Women Businessowners in Lawsuit Settlement

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The case has been closely watched as a bellwether in the growing legal battle waged by conservative groups against corporate diversity programs. By Alexandra Olson, Associated Press NEW YORK AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell, File Fearless Fund CEO Arian Simone (center left) said in a statement that the firm will continue its mission of “helping and empowering women of color entrepreneurs in need.

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