Clairification

JUNE 15, 2023

They’re all terrific resources for you, and definitely worth your attention. I also want to extend a special shout out to my lead sponsor, Bloomerang , for all they do – beyond just their wonderful product — to help nonprofits make lasting change in their communities and the world.

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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. The Clairity Click-it exists to bring you a range of voices from across the nonprofit world. Daylight savings time begins this week-end where I live, and I’m pretty excited. I want to try this!”

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Quick Definition Online fundraising is the process of raising donations for a cause, project, or organization through digital platforms such as websites, social media apps, and email campaigns. In this article, we will cover online fundraising methods, tools, and some quick tips to get your nonprofit started!

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Clairification

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Apparently, there is more than one definition. For example, The post Nonprofit Strategy: Three Things to Cleverly Finagle appeared first on Clairification. After one reader told me the word “finagle” means “to obtain something by devious or dishonest means,” I sent an apologetic “Ruh Roh” email. finagle a day off work.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Image from [link] Members of the American Medical Association (AMA) voted to support greater oversight of nonprofit hospitals and standardization of charity care policies so financial assistance reaches patients in need. Hospitals are eligible for nonprofit status, which exempts them from income, property, and sales taxes.

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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

JANUARY 20, 2023

Start your new year off right with this essential resource for 2023 success!

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As a nonprofit finance professional, you want all your data to be accurate. Keep reading for actionable tips to improve your allocation processes and avoid issues common to managing your nonprofit payroll and time tracking for grant reporting. Maintaining compliance can protect existing funding, as well.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

When it comes to securing funding, nonprofits often encounter various types of grants, each serving a different purpose. Definition and Purpose Capital grants are funds specifically designated for the acquisition, construction, or renovation of physical assets. Choosing the Right Grant for Your Nonprofit 4.1 Capital Grants 1.1

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 27, 2023

Start your new year off right with this essential resource for 2023 success!

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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”. The post How Jargon Destroys Nonprofit Fundraising & Marketing appeared first on Clairification. Yes, I guess you could call it a pet peeve. — Cambridge dictionary.

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Clairification

JULY 29, 2024

But there’s definitely art, and some science, involved. If I had to pick the top three practical secrets to success, they would be the following: The post 3 Nonprofit Secrets to Rock Major Gift Fundraising appeared first on Clairification. There’s a treasure trove of knowledge and research around major gift fundraising.

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Clairification

JULY 1, 2024

Apparently, there is more than one definition of finagle. For example, The post Nonprofit Strategy: Three Things to Cleverly Finagle appeared first on Clairification. After one reader told me the word “finagle” means “to obtain something by devious or dishonest means,” I sent an apologetic “Ruh Roh” email.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Nonprofits, businesses, and individuals can protect our environment by reducing waste, protecting non-renewable resources, reducing food waste , and diminishing air and water pollution. A Definitive Guide Grant Research Strategies : How to Locate Funding Opportunities Did you know? Why is Recycling Important?

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Clairification

JANUARY 30, 2023

Definitely a practice I’ll do every year. Yet too few nonprofits have serious, intentional donor stewardship programs in place. Because of that, on average, nonprofits lose roughly 8 out of 10 first-time donors and close to 6 out of 10 of all donors. And nothing is more worth celebrating than a holiday, and your donors!

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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 post 5 Cardinal Sins for Nonprofit Fundraising Renewal Appeals appeared first on Clairification. The value of a first-time donor (which often costs as much as $1.25

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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? I think the same could be said for leadership.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 23, 2023

Your nonprofit organization needs to share stories using all these forms. I would definitely recommend creating a personalized thank you video. You can tell a story with words, pictures, and videos. I prefer written stories, but others are drawn to videos. Sharing stories will help you connect with your donors. Short is key.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

MARCH 7, 2024

Donor retention is a perennial problem for nonprofit organizations. Another place you’ll find one-and-done is in nonprofit fundraising. Inconsistent levels of donor communication should have no place in the nonprofit world. If so, you definitely want to engage with your donors first. Obviously, we can do better.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Secretary of the Treasury to designate a nonprofit as a terrorist supporting organization and yank its exempt status was tacked to the bottom of a bill in the U.S. Such a policy would disregard the Constitutional principle of due process, various nonprofit leaders told The NonProfit Times on background. Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.).

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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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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Many nonprofit leaders, especially those who are new to the world of grant writing, may think a good way to be financially conservative is to hire a grant writer and pay them on a contingent basis. It will take some additional strategy, but it is definitely not impossible. This tip is TRUE. This tip is FALSE. This tip is FALSE.

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Clairification

AUGUST 26, 2024

Hope is definitely not the same thing as optimism. The post Leading Your Nonprofit with Hope, Not Optimism appeared first on Clairification. The state of our world today can make optimism seem downright irrational. But not hope. With hope you can say: “All these bad things are happening, but I believe… I hope… I can create some good.

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ProposalPRO

MAY 1, 2022

Last week the nonprofit sector achieved a milestone when legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives to elevate sector voices in the development of policy. The Nonprofit Sector Strength and Partnership Act (H.R. Nonprofits – and everyone else – have a voice in the process today through the Public Comment process.

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Candid

DECEMBER 8, 2022

It’s equally full of seemingly straightforward words that can mean many different things; for example, the term “year” can mean five different things when talking about nonprofit data i Defining “BIPOC-led” is a perfect example of these issues (BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color ii ).

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Candid

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

How do we know whether a nonprofit program is effective? These questions can help design research and evaluations that are more inclusive when determining what is studied, how it is studied, and how the findings are used within nonprofit organizations and beyond. This includes, for example, nonprofit staff.  The Annie E.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 8, 2021

For many nonprofits, 2020 was a challenging year. The lessons of 2020 are definitely influencing plans for 2021. 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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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Depending on the size of the nonprofit organization, just one person may handle all fundraising tasks, while in other organizations the fundraising team may be comprised of a dozen individuals each with a unique focus. She has worked in nonprofit offices as part of large teams, and she has worked as a team of one.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 1, 2023

If you’re considering quitting your nonprofit job, you’re not alone. GiveButter reported that burnout is affecting more than half of all nonprofit employees. If you’re torn, you’ll definitely want to read these before -and- after LinkedIn articles about a young fundraiser named Kathleen.

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Soapbox Exchange

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Nonprofits can use online ticket options and don’t have to worry about ticket design or printing. 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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Pamela Grow

APRIL 25, 2024

The growth of AI in nonprofit donor communications means that lately my inbox has been filled to the brim with nonsense like this: We hope this message finds you well and filled with the same warmth and gratitude that we feel as we reach out to express our deepest thanks for your unwavering support of XYZ. Click the image to download.

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Clairification

JULY 8, 2024

Today I’m writing about something that’s not fundraising or nonprofit marketing strategy per se. You may not know if the fight will win the war, but you’ll definitely lose if you don’t try. It’s more about how to have hope – and take action – during times that may feel hopeless. For a host of reasons. And maybe you’ll win the battle.

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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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Clairification

APRIL 10, 2023

After all, using a keyboard is definitely quicker. Today I want to share six of these benefits I think you’ll find most relevant to your nonprofit work. 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.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

have been cast, nonprofit organizations should be prepared for a new wave of donations from voters whose candidate (or candidates) did not win. Post-election rage giving: +57.55% increase in gifts to nonprofits associated with the opposite political ideology of the winning presidential candidate -2.9%

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 24, 2025

These charitable giving accounts, which are established by individual donors but managed by sponsoring organizations, have historically been a source of excitement for nonprofits. DAFs incentivize wealthy donors to give more without creating their own foundations, providing new opportunities for nonprofits to receive large donations.

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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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