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AI and the Grant Professional: a Divine Tool or Pit of Iniquity?

Grant Professionals Association

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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OPINION: We have tackled many critical questions; but there are so many we still have to ask 

Critical Fundraising

If you are fortunate in your professional development, you may find yourself in a conference session that both invigorates your thinking and inspires you to take a step you perhaps otherwise would not have considered possible. For example, we’ve only just begun to scratch the surface regarding the ethical use of AI in fundraising.

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The Grantmaker’s Guide to bbcon 2024

Blackbaud

With 11 sessions dedicated to the work you do as grantmakers (twice as many as last year), plus extra networking opportunities to learn from each other, you won’t want to miss Blackbaud’s annual user conference. AI continues to be a hot topic across philanthropy. And did you see? The actor Sheryl Lee Ralph will be on the main stage!

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Seven ATLIS Sessions You Don’t Want to Miss

Blackbaud

Inspired by more than 40 years of collaboration with private school leaders, Blackbaud has created a track of sessions for ATLIS 2024 , the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools’ annual conference. Responsible AI: What It Means for Your School Presented by Hiram Cuevas of St.

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The Best Nonprofit Conferences for Any Fundraiser

Qgiv

One of the best ways to do that is to attend occasional nonprofit conferences. In addition to the info-packed sessions and workshops, these conferences provide invaluable opportunities to connect with other fundraisers, share ideas, and encourage each other. . But how on earth do you choose the right fundraising conference to attend?

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4 Great Employee Retention Ideas for Arts and Cultural Orgs

Blackbaud

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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Inspiring, challenging and evocative: The Social Impact Summit summarised in 3 words 

Strategic Grants

When a statement such as ‘let’s get comfortable with discussing the topics and issues that make us uncomfortable’ is the precursor to day one of the Social Impact Summit, you know you’re in for a thought provoking and interesting conference! Will AI strengthen or strain social cohesion? What is your reason to exist beyond money?