Clairification

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

This Thursday folks in the United States will celebrate what I consider to be the social benefit sector holiday of the year. So it’s time for my annual Thanks(for)Giving post! Just think about what ‘Thanksgiving’ means. Literally, it’s a day for giving thanks for the blessings given to us. Who , and what, do you count among yours? I’ve noted when we go around the table at my family Thanksgivings, saying what we’re grateful for, most folks respond with people-based answers

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If everyone is in your community, doors wide open, you just have a crowd with no shared idea, diluted passion and a cacophony of voices. Here's how to make sure the right people are in your nonprofit's community.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Support Operations are not the most glamorous departments in any business or organization but they are certainly the most vital. In fact, for any business or organization to work cohesively to serve the public, there must be a strong support operations hub in place. Every business, organization, foundation, and nonprofit needs these departments to properly function.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The "2023 Donor-Advised Fund Report" showed that the value of DAF grantmaking to charitable organizations increased 9%. In 2022, DAFs continued to be one of the most reliable funding sources for charitable organizations.

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This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Annual giving folk are a strange breed. I know because I’m one of them. We aren’t tempted by the glamour and glitz of major gifts , the gold-lettered names on a wall or building. No, we prefer to build relationships en masse, using data-driven insights to tell us what our donors really want. But, what if you’re the kind of fundraiser who is expected to complete your annual giving program “off the side of your desk,” with no fancy agency to guide you on the latest trends, no idea what your donors

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Nonprofit marketing funnels are a key framework for engaging supporters through each step of the donor journey. Explore our top tips for every stage!

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Many nonprofits overlook the opportunity to partner with existing organizations in favor of creating their own programs and solutions. The post The MONGO Dilemma: To Collaborate or Not? appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Your tax-exempt status may keep you from having to file traditional tax returns, but maintaining the designation comes with its own labyrinth of forms, requirements, and deadlines. The form 990 series is designed to provide the IRS—and the public—information about your organization’s programs and activities as well as your revenue, expenses, and assets.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In this 1-hour special workshop hosted by Instrumentl, you’ll learn how to utilize several different decision-making tools to help determine which prospects to pursue and create a replicable system that will help you win the right funders in the future.

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Soapbox Exchange

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Issue 173 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Asking for donations isn’t easy— especially when so many important causes are depending on generous donors and the giving season. Instead of worrying if your organization will get lost in the crowd, focus your energy on finding the right words. The more personal, the better! Whether you're crafting an email ask, social media post, or event invitation, your wording impacts the outcome.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In this 60-minute grant writing deep-dive session, Margit Brazda-Poirier shares what to do and what not to do when it comes to project budgets. She explores the best way to present an A+ project budget and more.

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DonorSnap

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

One of the many benefits of using a nonprofit CRM like DonorSnap is the ability to personalize your communications. With year-end giving upon us, it is more important than ever to engage and delight your donors. One of the best ways to do this is to offer them a personalized giving experience. Below find three easy ways to leverage your CRM data to provide personalized communication to your supporters.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

In this 60-minute grant writing deep-dive session, Margit Brazda-Poirier shares what to do and what not to do when it comes to project budgets. She explores the best way to present an A+ project budget and more.

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Booster

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

When planned properly, there are numerous fundraising opportunities throughout a school year that can help your school raise big funds. The key is the planning part! Without a well thought out calendar, you are sure to miss out on opportunities to bring in additional funds and exceed your goals. That’s why kicking off the year with a fundraising event schedule already in place is crucial.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

You're in your office on a brisk November morning, surrounded by the familiar buzz of nonprofit life. The calendar on your desk boldly marks the beginning of the holiday season, a reminder that it's time to gear up for the most crucial fundraising period of the year. You open your inbox, and it's already filling with early holiday messages and end-of-year appeals from other organizations.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

From research to post-award management, master nonprofit grant application timelines with our comprehensive guide.

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