Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2024

As a busy fundraiser, I kept putting off learning about AI. But as the buzz about AI became increasingly loud, I was impelled to listen. I heard, “It is imperative that you learn about AI and determine how it can help you. Thus, I began a journey to experience AI firsthand. Do not “outsource” critical thinking to AI.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 19, 2024

Blackbaud Solutions Consultants Katherine Liles and Lauren Smithman will break down one solution in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT + Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT + Blackbaud Grantmaking: The Sum is Greater Than the Parts. AI continues to be a hot topic across philanthropy.

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Future Fundraising Now

JUNE 3, 2024

Here are the 5 most-read Future Fundraising Now blog posts in the month of May: Simon Sinek is the victim of bad storytelling 9 ways to write better subject lines The amazingly good news about inclusive fundraising How the generation gap is killing your fundraising Do AI images work in fundraising?

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 25, 2025

Tools such as Instrumentl, Foundation Directory, GrantStation, and even AI chatbots make prospect research easier, but it is a time-consuming and nuanced process to use them effectively. What else do you look for when evaluating funding opportunities? What tools do you use to make this process easier? She holds a Ph.D.

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Grants4Good

MAY 3, 2024

Fast forward three decades, and perhaps you’re finding yourself both curious and anxious about artificial intelligence or AI. As a nonprofit leader, you might not be using AI; most nonprofits aren’t — citing lack of time and concerns about safety, privacy and ethics. We are focused on [your project purpose].” #2

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 3, 2024

Fast forward three decades, and a similar sense of curiosity and caution surrounds artificial intelligence or AI. In my work with nonprofit organizations, I’ve found that while few are using AI, many are not -- citing lack of time and concerns about safety, privacy and ethics. Try this prompt in Google Bard: “Which U.S.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

In our webinar with grantmaking consultant Lisa Tacker, she highlighted the importance of data governance for grantmakers and how to incorporate it into your organization. Through AI, we are redefining how data can be used to create more impactful outcomes. AI and machine learning are tools. They need human oversight.

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Blackbaud

JULY 30, 2024

Enhance the Screening Process With AI Tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI) have permeated into daily life and nonprofit work. The best nonprofit AI strategies leverage both predictive and generative tools , as the former is used for data analysis and the latter creates original content based on that data.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 27, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one such tool that’s making waves in grant writing. From drafting proposals to analyzing grant opportunities, AI promises to streamline the grant application process. However, while AI offers numerous benefits, it also comes with its own set of challenges.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2024

Whether you’re interested in learning about responsible AI, cybersecurity, APIs , staff empowerment, or something specific about Blackbaud software , we’ve got a session for you. Responsible AI: What It Means for Your School Presented by Hiram Cuevas of St. Blackbaud’s 2024 ATLIS sessions include: 1.

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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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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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Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

This podcast founded by Mallory Erickson, an executive coach and fundraising consultant, helps nonprofits find the best practices for their fundraising strategy. This podcast hosted by Julia Campbell—digital marketing and fundraising expert, nonprofit consultant, and author—helps nonprofits build their communities. Bloomerang Blog.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 25, 2024

You may also choose to work with an HR consultant to design your Total Rewards strategy. According to RealHR Solutions , you should look for a consultant who is an expert in Total Rewards, has strong communication skills, and is willing to collaborate with your team. This will set you up for a successful consulting experience.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Finally, AI grammar checkers are not always right. Yes, another DH Leonard Consulting teammate has reviewed this blog before posting it! The post Copy Editing: Five Ways to Optimize the Impact of Your Writing appeared first on DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 11, 2024

Over the past year, I have been asked to present on the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) more than any other topic. As you can imagine, the presentation looks different each time as the evolution of Large LanguageModels/Generative AI is ever changing. Has that been your experience? on LinkedIn , Joining an Email List.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 5, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT have emerged as powerful tools in grant writing. This article will explore many ways AI can be used in grant writing and reporting, specifically focusing on data, data processing, and outcome tracking.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

When you find a strong major giving candidate in your donor database, consult with members of your nonprofits team who have interacted with that donor (for example, if they volunteer frequently, talk to your volunteer coordinator) to get their firsthand perspective on whether the donor would be a good fit for the initiative youre considering.

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Qgiv

MARCH 14, 2023

While many nonprofits don’t have the capacity to identify relevant content for each donor using an AI-powered prediction engine, you can honor the donor’s last volunteer effort in your next letter to them, even if that’s not the central message. The post Top 5 Challenges for Nonprofits in 2023 appeared first on Qgiv Blog.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2024

When evaluating your school’s readiness for a capital campaign, database readiness might not be at the top of the list for your campaign consultants or administration. Bringing on or consulting a prospect researcher might seem like a luxury for smaller shops, but they play a vital role throughout the capital campaign.

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Critical Fundraising

AUGUST 12, 2024

The last five years have provided ample opportunities for that, whether through social media outlets, blogs, webinars, conference sessions around the world and three Rogare ‘taster’ days at Kingston University. For example, we’ve only just begun to scratch the surface regarding the ethical use of AI in fundraising.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

Technology, especially AI, is crucial in enhancing budget accuracy and financial management, enabling more dynamic resource allocation. If you’re a brand new nonprofit organization this year, check out this blog to help you understand how to get started with funding as a nonprofit startup. We use AI for a lot of things!

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore how nonprofits can best plan for grant writing in 2025, focusing on strategic preparation, adapting to changes, and leveraging new tools and insights. Explore AI and Data Analytics Incorporate AI and data analytics to enhance your grant writing. Leverage Technology and Tools 3.1

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Having worked in the field of immigrant and refugee services for over two decades and serving now in a consultant role, I've observed numerous challenges faced by individuals and organizations operating across language and culture. In this brief article, I aim to touch upon some of these challenges and propose potential solutions.

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

As the world moves into AI and large language models, many grant professionals believe technologies like Chat GPT can assist with AI algorithms for efficiency in content, communication, and other areas. Her broad background is the foundation for SFG Consulting Services LLC , working with human services and local municipalities.

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Critical Fundraising

AUGUST 12, 2024

Damian has written a blog on Critical Fundraising outlining his vision for Rogare. Our Associate Members are: Ask Direct – creative agency (Ireland) Giving Architects – fundraising consultancy (New Zealand) GoalBusters – fundraising consultancy (USA) ST (Stephen Thomas ) Ltd – full-service fundraising agency (Canada).

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2022

Aly’s expertise includes fundraising, strategic planning, search consultation and board leadership development for the well-positioned nonprofit. Consider bringing on a fundraising consultant. Consider bringing on a fundraising consultant. This is a guest post from Aly Sterling, founder of Aly Sterling Philanthropy.

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Strategic Grants

JULY 9, 2024

Will AI strengthen or strain social cohesion? How we feel about it is difficult.” – Dr Renu Burr, Director at Burr Consulting “Transform self to transform the system” – Chloë Spackman, CEO at Next25 Did you attend the Summit? What is your reason to exist beyond money? We’d love to know your thoughts!

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 28, 2024

This blog post delves into practical strategies for nonprofits seeking to enhance their grant writing skills and secure necessary funding during challenging periods. Drawing from decades of experience as a grant writing consultant, here are six key strategies to help you navigate and succeed in these challenging times: 1.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Top features: Customizable donation forms and websites Event ticketing and registration Auctions and mobile bidding Donor dashboard Fundraising artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to predict donor behavior Price: Classy offers three plans based on your nonprofit’s needs. Learn more about them on the Classy website.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

You may attend one session on the best ways to use text fundraising before heading into a session on machine learning and how to use AI to improve fundraising appeals. NIO is put together by the team at NextAfter, a consulting company that focuses on helping nonprofits grow their digital fundraising by understanding donor behavior.

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Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Tokona te raki is one of the funded partners who focus on the solutions being woven into the policies and practices, through ideas coming from consultation, which is the basis of their work. The problem is big and needs to be tackled collaboratively. Our work is likened to Raki Tukutuku.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 1, 2016

Webinars are awesome, and so are blog posts. Check out the [blog]([link] to get a taste of our grassroots community. * **Katharine Bierce** recorded her recent [tech and philanthropy panel]([link]. Kitchener, Ontario: External Services and Consultants. Lausanne, Switzerland: Lausanne: Odoo 9 Step by Step (en Français).

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Top Nonprofit CRM Features: AI-powered suggested donation amounts Prospect insights Customized analytics Automatic data health tools Interaction and donor relationship tracking This CRM Works Best For: Mid-sized and large nonprofit organizations with complex fundraising data to parse through. Narrow down your list.

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Tech Soup

MAY 9, 2016

Toronto, Canada: Professional Blogging: Finding Your Niche in a Digital World. Check out the [blog]([link] to get a taste of our grassroots community. * **Katharine Bierce** recorded her recent [tech and philanthropy panel]([link]. Toronto, Ontario: How to Run a Professional Blog: Branding and Finding your Niche.

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Double the Donation

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

UC Innovation is a powerful provider of innovative CRM solutions and consulting services with a focus on higher ed institutions. Predictive analytics reporting using Salesforce Einstein and other AI-based platforms to provide fundraisers with smarter insights. Check out the GiveCampus + 360MatchPro integration guide. UC Innovation.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 4, 2025

As Carlene Johnson, who has spoken at multiple bbcons while in her previous role at a private K-12 school and now as the founder and principal consultant at Next Level Services, points out Just because somebody did a session on tips and tricks last year, there will be new people at bbcon who did not get to attend that extremely valuable session.

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