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How to Prevent Fundraising Burnout in a Small, Growing Nonprofit

Get Fully Funded

Fundraising burnout is real and it’s killing too many small nonprofits. Because whether you see it or not; whether you admit it or not; whether you want to accept it or not; you’re headed for (or already in the midst of) burnout. Avoiding Fundraising Burnout Starts With YOU! What Exactly is Burnout? Read that again.

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Before the Burnout: Listening to Your Body and Working Toward Wellness

Grant Professionals Association

Burnout and compassion fatigue are all too familiar in this sector. Patrice is the founder of A Village for Good, LLC offering supportive services for grant-readiness while advocating for more equitable philanthropy. Stress, fear, anxiety, sadness, frustration, etc. Competency: #7

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Is AI Coming for My Fundraising Job?

Blackbaud

Ready for some irony? 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.

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Become The Confident Closer

The Fundraiser Coach

This individual often juggles an overwhelming workload, leading to burnout. They are agile, ready to act on new opportunities, and exemplify the spirit of connection-based fundraising. Next is the reactive fundraiser. Others may believe it’s a waste of time to pause for a day to review and prioritize their major gift portfolio.

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

Candid

Is your nonprofit organization grant-ready? According to the authors of The Smart Nonprofit: Staying Human-Centered in an Age of AI, the human risks of over-reliance on AI tools for time and cost efficiency include exacerbating the burnout crisis and eroding internal collaboration and communication. by Lori Guidry, Candid.

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4 Common Event Planning Challenges + How to Solve Them

The Fundraising Coach

Limited Staffing and Volunteer Burnout Nonprofits often operate with small teams and depend heavily on volunteers to bring their events to life. While volunteers are invaluable, relying too much on them can lead to burnout, reduced productivity, and even event-day mishaps.

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Rest, Revolution, and AI: How AI Lets Us Nap Our Way to a Fairer World

Grant Writing Made Easy

Rebellion Against Burnout: Rest as a Revolutionary Act Tricia Hersey’s Nap Ministry isn’t just about catching some Zs. We can reduce burnout, reclaim our time, and refuse to participate in a system that values products over people. So here’s to more naps, less burnout, and a fairer world for all of us!

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