Clairification

JUNE 20, 2024

In “ Why Our Definition of Nonprofits Restricts Problem Solving ,” I suggest six ways nonprofits limit their growth and, even worse, their ability to repair the world in all the ways they set out to do so when they first were founded. But did they result in sustainable organizations? Not so much.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 27, 2024

Nonprofits faced an immediate shift to digital operations during the pandemic. Cloud-based systems enabled staff to maintain productivity during lockdowns, prompting a rapid digital transformation.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 25, 2022

When it comes to your fundraising, don’t be like Othello. He loved “not wisely.” You should do the opposite. Love your donors wisely. And you do that by mailing and emailing them not necessarily more but smarter. Here’s what to do.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

AMA policy-makers also discussed increased enforcement on nonprofit hospitals that provide little or no community benefit.

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Clairification

JANUARY 1, 2024

Hope is definitely not the same thing as optimism. Hope, in this deep and powerful sense, is not the same as joy that things are going well, or willingness to invest in enterprises that are obviously heading for success, but rather an ability to work for something because it is good.

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Clairification

JANUARY 29, 2024

Definitely a practice I’ll do every year. I felt like I was in 2nd grade with my glue stick and doilies, but the response has been amazing! Not only did my colleagues get in on the action, but I have received nothing but great comments via email and phone calls. And nothing is more worth celebrating than a holiday, and your donors!

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A Definitive Guide Grant Research Strategies : How to Locate Funding Opportunities Did you know? Recognizing the need for resource conservation, communities began implementing appropriate initiatives…It brings economic benefits by creating jobs and reducing costs associated with raw material extraction. Why is Recycling Important?

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Candid

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The “right” definition of “BIPOC-led” might depend on your purpose. While I’ve found that many advocates recommend a narrow definition (e.g., While I’ve found that many advocates recommend a narrow definition (e.g., For example, I spoke to one funder who shared that they purposefully used a broad definition (i.e.,

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Clairification

MARCH 9, 2023

I’m a night owl, so tacking on those extra hours of daylight when I’m awake is definitely a shot of dopamine. Daylight savings time begins this week-end where I live, and I’m pretty excited.

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Clairification

JULY 29, 2024

But there’s definitely art, and some science, involved. There’s a treasure trove of knowledge and research around major gift fundraising. What works well. What doesn’t work at all. What’s, at best, half-baked. It’s not rocket science. But, I’m pretty pragmatic.

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Clairification

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Just check out the definition: “language used by a particular group of people, especially in their work, and which most other people do not understand”. Yes, I guess you could call it a pet peeve. But, really, why would you ever use jargon if you wanted to truly communicate with someone? — Cambridge dictionary.

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Clairification

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Apparently, there is more than one definition. After one reader told me the word “finagle” means “to obtain something by devious or dishonest means,” I sent an apologetic “Ruh Roh” email. I received a lot of forgiving feedback. Many of you kindly supported my initial use of the word “finagle.” finagle a day off work.

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Capital Campaign Pro

APRIL 14, 2025

And it definitely wont save a campaign that lacks strong relationships and a clear case for support. Wealth screening can be a helpful arrow in your capital campaign quiver. However, its not a silver bullet. It wont magically uncover a hidden millionaire down the street whos been waiting to bankroll your building project.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Definition and Purpose Capital grants are funds specifically designated for the acquisition, construction, or renovation of physical assets. Definition and Purpose Program grants are allocated to support specific programs or projects within a nonprofit organization. Capital Grants 1.1 Program Grants 2.1 Operating Grants 3.1

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

MARCH 7, 2024

If so, you definitely want to engage with your donors first. So will sending shorter, more frequent updates. Spring forward to reach out to your donors March may be a slower time for you. Maybe you have a fundraising campaign or event planned this spring. As you’ll notice, I’ve made references to a bunch of March themes – St.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 8, 2021

The lessons of 2020 are definitely influencing plans for 2021. For many nonprofits, 2020 was a challenging year. Now it’s coming to a close, and we enter a new year that is hopefully one of recovery (though it hasn't looked up yet.). From fundraising.

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Clairification

JUNE 15, 2023

They’re all terrific resources for you, and definitely worth your attention. Which is why I have some sponsors to help underwrite what is, mostly, a labor of love. Please scroll down to the bottom of the page to see who they are, and maybe click on their links to learn more about them.

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Soapbox Exchange

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

The fundraising world may be adapting but one strategy remains very effective: fundraising events. Whether it’s in-person, virtual, or hybrid, events are a great way to engage your community, inspire donors, and increase outreach. Our digital world makes it easier than ever for your community members to attend an event.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

9495, putting the bill through “regular order” by being granted a Rule from the House Rules Committee, which the bill will definitely get at today’s Rules Committee meeting, according to Mark Micali, vice president of Government Affairs at The Nonprofit Alliance in Washington, D.C. House Rules Committee will consider H.R

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Clairification

JULY 8, 2024

You may not know if the fight will win the war, but you’ll definitely lose if you don’t try. Fawning – trying to please someone to avoid conflict (common in cases of abuse) – can be downright dangerous, leading to loss of your own sense of identity. If something is an existential danger, you have to fight. And maybe you’ll win the battle.

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Clairification

JULY 1, 2024

Apparently, there is more than one definition of finagle. After one reader told me the word “finagle” means “to obtain something by devious or dishonest means,” I sent an apologetic “Ruh Roh” email. I received a lot of forgiving (thank you!) Many kindly supported my initial use of the word “finagle.”

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Clairification

JUNE 13, 2024

So, after the first gift, you definitely want a plan in place to thank and cultivate this donor throughout the year. The value of a first-time donor (which often costs as much as $1.25 to generate $1.00) is not realized in that initial gift. Sustainable fundraising is all about donor lifetime value.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

As a result, colleges were engaged to define equity and build that definition into their approach to serving students. When the Casey Foundation worked with researchers to design a follow-up study, we asked : “Do research and evaluation questions explicitly address issues related to racial and ethnic inequities?”

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 25, 2023

By Joan Garry In the nonprofit world, we often lack a shared definition of what diverse boards look like and how they should operate. We check boxes to meet the need for diversity on our boards. and we may not even be able to articulate why board diversity matters.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Last December, I wrote about the surprisingly complex challenge of aligning on a conceptual definition of BIPOC-led (BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous and People of Color). I hope my previous blog offered a starting point for further discussion and crystallization of your definition of BIPOC-led.

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Clairification

APRIL 10, 2023

After all, using a keyboard is definitely quicker. I’m talking about good old-fashioned handwriting. You know, that very human practice most of the world seems to have abandoned post digital revolution? It may seem practical and smart. But something critical gets lost in translation. Could keyboarding be causing you to disconnect?

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Warren Bennis , a pioneer in the study of contemporary leadership, shares a similarly ambitious definition, calling it the capacity to translate vision into reality. I appreciate these definitions, but what if leadership is really about making the best of less-than-ideal situations?

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Pamela Grow

APRIL 25, 2024

In other words, false, uninspiring, robotic, and most definitely not how I would communicate with a friend. Your contributions have allowed us to make significant strides in addressing pressing needs, supporting vital programs, and fostering positive change.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 11, 2022

Recent donorCentrics Sustainer Benchmarking studies show that some 6% of monthly donors will make at least one extra gift a year when asked, so not asking is definitely leaving money on the table. Here's how to go about it.

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Clairification

JANUARY 30, 2023

Definitely a practice I’ll do every year. I felt like I was in 2nd grade with my glue stick and doilies, but the response has been amazing! Not only did my colleagues get in on the action, but I have received nothing but great comments via email and phone calls. And nothing is more worth celebrating than a holiday, and your donors!

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Nonprofit IT 190

Clairification

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Purpose of Question Time Definitely come prepared with what you want (and need) to know to make a wise, informed decision. And, if you happen to be wearing the interviewer hat, you can use these tips to listen for important questions that will tell you a lot about your potential hire.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Here are the definitions you need to know. By Emily Haynes Getty Images Cybersecurity is evolving quickly.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Unless the donors send a note of outrage in the comments section of your donation form, you might not have definitive proof that theirs is a rage gift. How can you pinpoint a rage donor among your many first-time spontaneous givers ? But you do have evidence in your fundraising CRM.

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Soapbox Exchange

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

You can download the Definitive Guide to Online Fundraising at any time. To keep yourself on track, you can check out these top 10 tips for holiday fundraising success. And remember, we have a free resource to help you make the most of online fundraising year-round, not just during the “giving season.”

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Fundraising 52

The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 16, 2024

New Data from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) while it is not record-level funding, it was the third highest amount since the nonprofit started reporting such data in 2014. Overall giving to disasters worldwide totaled $1.7 billion, according to CDP data.

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ProposalPRO

MAY 1, 2022

In order to ensure timely grant awards, the Secretary has decided to forgo public comment on the priorities, requirements, and definitions under section 437(d)(1) of GEPA.” (For 553), the Department generally offers interested parties the opportunity to comment on proposed priorities, selection criteria, definitions, and other requirements.

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Clairification

JUNE 26, 2023

So, definitely, perfectionism gets in the way. Yet this presumes there’s a filled box to be opened. When we’re in reactive or firefighter mode , we must open the box. The contents must be dealt with, generally with some urgency. There’s simply no time for it! But, what about when we’re in proactive mode, building our own projects?

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