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The most read Candid insights articles in 2024: Fundraising, AI, and diversity 

Candid

As 2024 draws to a close, we wanted to share some of the most read articles we published this year. Not surprisingly, the Candid insights article with the most pageviews brings together two hot topics, one cyclical and one perennial: elections and nonprofit fundraising. What can fundraisers do? by Chris Maddocks, Blue State.

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Return on Mission: A Framework to Measure Success at Philanthropic Organizations

Blackbaud

Coffman stated in their GuideStar article : Theres no question that nonprofit organizations have an obligation to manage their finances responsibly. To better understand the shortcomings of for-profit metrics as a true measure of nonprofit success, lets look at how return on investment (ROI) is calculated.

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How to Use AI for the Right Ask (Without Being Creepy)

Blackbaud

In this article, we’ll explore the power in aligning AI technologies and methodologies by showing you how AI can support every stage of the ask, ultimately helping you raise more dollars for your organization, without being creepy. Its value lies in solving complex, role-specific problems—like assisting a fundraiser in making the right ask.

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Have a Matching Gift? Maximize Its Potential with Automated Matching 

CauseVox

Progress bar with CauseVox automated matching And it’s not just about the money—CauseVox also displays impact metrics, so donors can see the tangible results of their gifts, like meals served, trees planted, or hours of service funded. Plus, when there is a match in place, these metrics automatically double!

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Elevate Your Proposals: Effective Grant Writing Examples for Students

Allied Grant Writers

To be successful in securing grant funding, individuals must grasp the basic components involved in the grant application process, including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and evaluation metrics. For more in-depth information on grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. Provide social services.

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What Does Early Spring Mean for Nonprofit Communications Strategies?

Clairification

So, as I sat down to write today’s article, I thought about what you actually have within your power to do. And what a dreary, grave, cobwebby period it’s been. We’ve got a lot to clean up, reorganize and rethink. So much, in fact, it’s downright overwhelming. And all throughout the coming months.

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Bridging gaps and weaving networks: The vital work of place-based intermediaries

Candid

Create long-term, sustainable ecosystems for social impact: By convening stakeholders as trusted advisors, promoting shared learning, and aligning on common goals and community-defined success metrics, PBIs cultivate a cohesive and effective social impact ecosystem that ultimately drives systemic change. What do place-based intermediaries do?