Ann Green's Nonprofit
MARCH 31, 2025
Its spring in the Northern Hemisphere, and its about time after a frigid winter here in the Boston area, although I cant say its been that warm right now. A lot of people use this time of the year to do some spring cleaning. I envy the people who do that because Im usually not one of them. I know I should do more. As much as I dislike cleaning and organizing, Im happy once it gets done.
Clairification
MARCH 31, 2025
Theres a lot about fundraising folks take for granted. And not in a good way. Because much of it is untrue! In fact, if you, your executive director, your board members or anyone else where you work subscribes to these fictions youll be in for a lot of pain and suffering. You wont raise near the money you could otherwise raise. And you wont enjoy your work.
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Candid
MARCH 31, 2025
As the nonprofit sector seeks ways to continue its work in the face of ongoing challenges, volunteers may come to play a larger role. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and AmeriCorps, the U.S. volunteer rate fell significantly between September 2020 and September 2021 , although recent data shows it rebounded to 28.8% in 2022-23. So, what can organizations do to better engage and retain volunteers in 2025?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 31, 2025
Jacklyn and Miguel Bezos, the parents of Amazons founder Jeff Bezos, will match gifts from other donors to increase access to nutritious food for children in need. By M.J. Prest Patrick McMullan via Getty Images Miguel and Jackie Bezos are supporting efforts to increase access to nutritious food. Above, the couple at a 2018 gala. Plus, an alum left $35 million to Allegheny College to build an innovation lab, and Vanderbilt Law School will use $6.8 million to exonerate wrongfully convicted people
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GrantNews
MARCH 31, 2025
Spring into new beginnings with these 5 grants for small businesses and entrepreneurs ! The season of renewal is upon us and it’s the perfect time for small businesses and entrepreneurs to plant the seeds of success! The sunshine is calling, the flowers are in bloom, and now is the moment to take action and spring forward with your business goals, propelled by grant funding.
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Planned Giving
MARCH 31, 2025
It's all about the donor. In Part I of this series (Your Bio Is Boring. Lets Fix That.), we discussed a simple truth: planned giving is about people. Not policies. Not portfolios. Not cold emails or sterile tax jargon. At the end of the day, donors dont leave legacies to institutionsthey leave them to people they trust. Yet too often, planned giving professionals hide behind grey flannel suits.
Center for Major Gifts
MARCH 31, 2025
The highest-performing fundraisers in the nonprofit world arent always the loudest, most charismatic, or best-connected. But they do have one thing in common: Theyve figured out how to use planned giving as a secret edge. Not because they work in planned giving. Not because theyre attorneys or financial advisors. But because they understand that legacy conversations unlock both long-term impact and larger current gifts.
Capital Campaign Pro
MARCH 31, 2025
Imagine this experience… You learn that an organization in your town is planning a capital campaign. You ask the organization’s director who is going to chair the campaign. She tells you who has agreed to serve as honorary chair and who will be the two working chairs. They are names you know. And without a […] The post 3 Ways to Get the Very Best Capital Campaign Leadership appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.
Double the Donation
MARCH 31, 2025
Double the Donation and DonorView are excited to announce their new partnership and integration, bringing innovative matching gift automation to mutual users. With this functionality, organizations are better equipped to identify match-eligible donors and drive those matches to completion. DonorView is dedicated to helping our client organizations grow their giving and increase revenue.
Future Fundraising Now
MARCH 31, 2025
Here are the 5 most-read Future Fundraising Now blog posts of the month of March: Peter Elbow: taught so many of us the way to write well 7 crummy sentence structures that weaken your fundraising Are you raising funds like Mr. Collins of Pride and Prejudice? 7 ways to create a high-performing reply device Dont let AI take this gift away from you Looking for some really good (and specific) advice for your fundraising?
Fluxx
MARCH 31, 2025
Ori Carmel joins Untapped Philanthropy to discuss the state of impact, data maturity, and the urgent need for better systems thinking in the nonprofit world.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 31, 2025
Amid the attacks on DEI, nonprofit leaders must stay committed to ensuring opportunities and fairness for everyone, including the millions of Americans who are living with disabilities. By Vincent Robinson Getty Images Six takeaways from an executive search consultant, including a few key pitfalls to look out for.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 31, 2025
Research found that nonprofit leaders are cautiously optimistic about 2025, but that digital transformation is needed to combat challenges.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 31, 2025
The early estimate of 2024 giving also found that the mean gift rose to $937. By Rasheeda Childress The early estimate of 2024 giving also found that the average gift rose to $937.
Soapbox Exchange
MARCH 31, 2025
Issue 244 Hey Fundraisers, Happy Tuesday and welcome to April! Ever wondered how nonprofit marketing stacks up against for-profit marketing? While they might have a few things in common, there are key differences that can make or break your strategy. Understanding these nuances is the secret sauce to attracting new donors and building loyal, lasting relationships.
Capital Campaign Pro
MARCH 31, 2025
Season 4, Episode 35 In this episode, hosts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt break down the essential quiet phasethe period that can make or break your campaign. They clarify that while it’s called “quiet,” this phase is actually an active and strategic time for securing major gifts before making a public announcement. This episode offers […] The post Podcast: How to Make the Most of the Quiet Phase of a Capital Campaign appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.
Community Boost
MARCH 31, 2025
Discover how nonprofits can strengthen their SEO strategy by leveraging smarter social media tactics. Learn how to drive organic traffic, improve search rankings, and increase visibility through integrated nonprofit SEO and social media strategies.
Fluxx
MARCH 31, 2025
Learn how to elevate your corporate philanthropy with strategic giving, impact measurement, and technology-driven solutions for greater social impact.
Grant Training Center
MARCH 31, 2025
In light of recent developments, the federal grant landscape has undergone significant changes, creating uncertainty for many researchers and institutions. The recent Executive Order signed on February 26, 2025, has introduced sweeping changes to how federal discretionary funding is managed. While this situation may seem daunting, it’s crucial to remember that there are alternative funding sources available to continue your important work.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 31, 2025
Let's dive into how federal funding uncertainty is impacting nonprofit events and what you should think about when planning your own.
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