Blackbaud

MARCH 18, 2025

And studies analyzing the organizations that received major gifts from MacKenzie Scott show that …many organizations are also able to demonstrate meaningful change created for the communities they serve, and nonprofit leaders report increased confidence, reduced burnout, and greater capacity for innovation.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

I had many moments when I was on the edge of burnout doing my part to move the mission forward. Across the sector, burnout and its consequences are widespread. According to the Well-being Project , changemakers experience high levels of burnout, stress, depression, chronic illness, and weak personal relationships.

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

From these conferences, recurring themes emerged that resonated with me, including teamwork, clarity, scalability, and preventing burnout. And, as to burnout mitigation, one speaker cautioned, Dont blame entrepreneurship for your workaholism. She said, "Trust an amazing team to have more impact than one person can have alone."

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 28, 2024

Burnout and compassion fatigue are all too familiar in this sector. Researching the ills of the world and writing arguments for necessary changes can sit heavily in our minds and bodies, especially when we feel the weight of expectations to bring needed money in the door. Stress, fear, anxiety, sadness, frustration, etc.

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Future Fundraising Now

JULY 1, 2024

Here are the 5 most-read Future Fundraising Now blog posts in the month of June: 5 serious fundraising mistakes that you might be making Good fundraising is much more than well-written copy The dark secret of “churn-and-burn” fundraising How to prevent donor burnout Does your fundraising mean anything at all to your donors?

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Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2024

AI Is Your Ally in Preventing Burnout It’s no secret that nonprofit professionals suffer from burnout more than any other industry. The Chronicle of Philanthropy found that burnout and limited staff support has almost half of fundraisers eyeing the door, with 28% planning to leave the profession altogether. It’s possible.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 17, 2024

Many cite burnout as the primary reason they are leaving the teaching profession, and in response, schools are trying to pivot and focus on the well-being of their faculty and students. To begin, let’s listen to what teachers say is causing their burnout. Only then can we address the issue.

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Candid

APRIL 17, 2024

But in the wake of the pandemic, the “Great Resignation,” and waves of burnout , more nonprofits may be adopting co-leadership models as they experiment with new ways of working, sharing power, centering BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) leaders, and planning for succession. appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

But experts warn that when people forget to take care of themselves in the process, it can lead to burnout, stress, poor health, and many other less-than-ideal outcomes. The Happy, Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout by Beth Kanter and Aliza Sherman. Ruderman, Cathleen Clerkin, and Katya C.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 30, 2022

Here are five simple tips you can do every day that won’t cost a dime to maintain healthy habits and avoid burnout. As we face record burnout and work-related anxiety, it’s more important than ever to maintain your most important asset—your health! Micro-breaks throughout the day. Work is important, but health and balance are, too.

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Candid

MARCH 7, 2024

In fact, another trend in the nonprofit sector (and elsewhere) is burnout. Photo credit: Ketut Subiyanto via pexels The post Setting work-life boundaries when working from home appeared first on Candid Blog. Moreover, the absence of a daily commute can give you hours back each week.

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Candid

MAY 16, 2024

In contrast, majority BIPOC-led organizations may be forced to try to do more with less, which in the long term not only leads to burnout but can prevent them from being able to reach their full potential.” nonprofit sector demographics appeared first on Candid Blog. The post What to know about U.S.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 22, 2025

Beyond Fundraising: Building Community Through SchoolEvents Blog Summary: School fundraising is more than just collecting donations-its an opportunity to bring together students, parents, teachers, and local businesses to create lasting memories and a sense of belonging. Volunteer Burnout Recruiting and retaining volunteers can be tough.

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Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Improving the Employee Experience   One of the most pressing concerns for nonprofits is avoiding burnout and attracting and retaining employees. This blog post was co-authored by Megan Bierwirth with Forvis Mazars. Nonprofits are rarely going to be able to provide compensation that matches their for-profit counterparts.

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Soapbox Exchange

APRIL 21, 2025

Without proper support, your employees may experience health issues and even burnout. On top of needing to wear many hats, you must also power through periods of high workload and stress, such as the year-end fundraising rush. This, in turn, leads to dissatisfaction, higher absenteeism, and low engagement.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In this blog, we’ll look at ways to address donor fatigue and keep your donors engaged year-round. And while end-of-year fundraising is important for many nonprofits, keep in mind, donor fatigue and burnout can happen any time of year. You’re susceptible to burnout too, so don’t neglect your own needs while caring for others.

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Blackbaud

JULY 24, 2024

I am an introvert and the queen of social burnout, so I actually schedule break time in. The post Maximizing Your bbcon Experience: Tips from a Seasoned Attendee first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. It’s OK to take a break, go back to your hotel room and take a nap, or curl up in a corner with a cup of tea and a book for a bit.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

Declining fundraising results aren’t the consequence of an increasingly unphilanthropic culture—it’s a result of professional burnout and unsustainable fundraising practices. Donors are dedicated to the causes they support, and even in the face of rising costs, prioritize charitable giving above other spending,” said Todd Baylis, Qgiv CEO.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 26, 2024

Schools offer new programs and services to keep up with evolving demands, and teachers are often asked to do more—without additional pay, in many cases—leading to higher burnout and attrition. The post 5 Stressors on the Independent School Business Model first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

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Candid

JANUARY 10, 2024

Research has found that doing this daily for three weeks cultivates happiness, well-being, and life satisfaction and can reduce stress, anxiety, and burnout. appeared first on Candid Blog. Second, reflecting on why it went well and the role you played can help you discover your agency in bringing more good things into your life.

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

The Idealist’s Survival Kit : 75 Simple Ways to Avoid Burnout by Alessandra Pigni. The post 16 free nonprofit books for your summer reading list appeared first on Candid Blog. Compassion fatigue is real, and this book offers practical advice for taking care of yourself while also looking out for the wellbeing of others.

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Grants Plus

OCTOBER 20, 2023

CEO of a human services nonprofit Prevent employee burnout Nonprofit leaders may try shifting staff with no or limited grants experience i nto the grant seeking role s , piling grant deadlines on an already-full plate. Avoid stagnation Don’t allow staff shortages or turnover to stall your grant seeking progress.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Yet using AI adoption primarily to maximize time and cost efficiency will only exacerbate the burnout crisis in the sector. Photo credit: gorodenkoff via Getty Images The post Beyond efficiency: A human-first AI adoption strategy appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 14, 2024

As a former Head of School, I know that parents can be complicated and time consuming to manage, and that management can lead to burnout. Free Resource The Art and Science of Running a Streamlined Student and Parent Experience Download now The post Cultivating Empathy in School-Parent Communications first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Leaders experience a significant amount of exhaustion, chronic stress, and burnout due to the absence of trust. Photo credit: SDI Productions via Getty Images The post Black women and gender-expansive nonprofit leaders: Combating the absence of trust appeared first on Candid Blog. What has been the impact on nonprofit leaders?

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Greater Giving

MAY 18, 2022

Mental health is a rapidly-growing concern as two years of a pandemic, a rising cost of living, and political and social unrest worsen the risk of burnout and illness. How can nonprofit organizations better support those living with mental illness, and help staff and volunteers avoid burnout? Encourage a Positive Work-Life Balance.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Here are some trends and factors that may influence your grantees’ expectations and experiences: Staffing shortages: Many nonprofits are facing staff turnover, burnout, or open positions due to economic, medical, environmental and other challenges. This means that they may have less capacity and resources to devote to your application.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

You and your grantees are driven by a passion for your mission that sometimes leads to burnout. The post Don’t Let Staff Turnover Affect Your Grantmaking Data Quality first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. Working in the nonprofit sector is hard. And salaries in many nonprofit organizations can’t compete with the for-profit sector.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 18, 2023

Since 2020, fundraisers have confronted many obstacles that affect them and their nonprofit teammates, including the Great Resignation, burnout, and limited resources to meet their goals. Our previous blog, the Economy’s Impact on Philanthropy , detailed how economic instability has changed fundraising.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 17, 2023

. “The release of Fundraising IQ and our commitment to the Framework Toward Responsible AI for Fundraising is only the beginning—our hope is that AI-driven solutions can help reduce burnout among fundraisers by automating manual tasks and ultimately improve the giving experience.”

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

In fact, this is a common reason for burnout. Consultants Donors Legal Considerations News Online Recruitment Running Your Organization Services Staff Training blog library nonprofits TechSoup nonprofit tshrsolutionspartners' Images: HR Solutions Partners logo; TechSoup image.

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Candid

MARCH 11, 2024

And with the exhaustion expressed by BIPOC EDs and CEOs in write-in responses, it is not surprising that 41% of BIPOC leaders who are planning to leave their jobs report burnout as the top reason, compared with 31% of their white peers. appeared first on Candid Blog.

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GiveSmart

AUGUST 12, 2024

Reduce burnout: When these departments help each other out, it can reduce strain on individual team members. By supporting each other, development and marketing team members can avoid harmful, unnecessary stress that can lead to burnout.

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Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Myth #4: You Have No Insightful Knowledge to Offer Grant burnout is REAL. Not sure what questions to ask? We’ve got you covered! No idea how many months the mentoring process will last? There’s guidance for that, too. Self-care is so important. You will seriously sometimes wonder why you’ve chosen this as your profession.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 13, 2024

Burnout : Overworked volunteers can become disillusioned and leave. The post Volunteer Woes: Tackling the Top Challenge in School Fundraising appeared first on Greater Giving Blog. At the same time new families come in and may not know how to get involved or what opportunities are available.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 11, 2024

The Benefits of AI to Major Gift Fundraisers Fundraising is an industry that faces high stress and burnout. The post Leveraging AI in Major Gift Fundraising: A Game-Changer in Philanthropy first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. AI can be an incredible tool to alleviate some of the time-consuming tasks that burden fundraisers.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 10, 2024

Our Tendencies shape every aspect of our behavior, so understanding this framework lets us make better decisions, meet deadlines, suffer less stress and burnout, and engage more effectively with ourselves and others. Don’t change yourself, just hack your Tendency! How are you motivated? Do you ever have trouble meeting your goals?

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