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4 Tips for Uncovering Your Donors’ Giving Motivations

Ann Green's Nonprofit

Use ethical and organized data collection methods. However, you’ll need to consider the ethics of collecting this information. The three main ethics to keep in mind are consent, confidentiality, and communication. Don’t limit your analysis to basic data points like demographic information or average gift size.

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Demographics via Candid: Building a movement to promote equity in the social sector

Candid

A lack of standardized demographic data not only hinders our collective work to create a more equitable sector; it also requires nonprofits to take time away from their mission-driven work to respond to disparate requests by funders for this information.

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Reimagining equity with AI: What philanthropy can do

Candid

We bear the responsibility to ensure AI adoption is equitable, ethical, and inclusive. Tools like the Technology Association of Grantmakerss AI Framework Guide can help organizations assess the ethical and equitable impact of AI initiatives. Adopt equity-driven frameworks. Foster collaboration.

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Connecting the dots: Fighting for equity through a data partnership 

Candid

When the Supreme Court gutted race-conscious admissions last summer and the American Alliance for Equal Rights followed with a lawsuit against the Fearless Fund, some in the philanthropic sector feared that demographic data had become a potential liability. Listening and addressing barriers But now, I’m not worried.

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Forecasted Fundraising Trends for 2025

GiveSmart

It doesnt have to be overly complicated or have dozens of layers, but tailoring your marketing to groups, such as by donation level and/or frequency, interests, and demographics, will support your donor retention and stewardship efforts best. You must segment your donors to better personalize.

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Top Foundation for the Elderly: Essential Services and Support Programs

Allied Grant Writers

To obtain this certification, candidates must pass a comprehensive exam within a year of application and complete an ethics module, ensuring they adhere to the highest ethical standards. Having certified specialists means that older adults and their caregivers can access expert assistance tailored to their unique needs.

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How to find free things: nonprofit students edition 

Candid

For instance, I wrote a paper for my Ethics in Nonprofits class that explored whether nonprofit theatres should pay actors more or use their resources to prioritize their communities. It provides free information on nonprofits’ missions, visions, values, programs, leadership, and finances. Candid Learning .