The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Drew Lindsay IStockphoto DAFs and other new giving vehicles promise anonymity for the busy and the privacy-minded. That's introducing new tensions to the nonprofit-donor relationship.
GiveSmart
OCTOBER 8, 2024
#GivingTuesday is THE global day of giving, which always falls on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. It’s a busy day for nonprofits, and some may feel it’s not worth the effort to try to run a #GivingTuesday campaign. Don’t let the #GivingTuesday myths get you down! There ARE easy, turnkey ways to make an impact for your organization on #GivingTuesday.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The organization that spearheaded the exhibit asked Muslim Americans nationwide to share personal stories of daily giving. There were nearly 200 submissions. By Jie Jenny Zou WF Fund Sasa Aakil and Kae Pershon, art designers for Inspired Generosity, review the exhibit at the Auburn Avenue Research Library ahead of the opening in Atlanta. By spotlighting everyday stories of generosity in the Muslim American community, the creators of a new exhibit hope to challenge harmful narratives Muslim Ameri
GrantNews
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Hurricane Milton, officially a category 4 storm, is sweeping past Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula with winds nearing 155 mph (250 km/h). It is expected to hit Florida’s southwestern coast late Wednesday night-early Thursday morning. It poses a severe threat and Floridians are bracing for impact. The Tampa Bay area, which hasn’t faced a direct hit from a major hurricane since 1921, is especially vulnerable.
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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.
Candid
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The year-end giving season is an opportunity for people to express their values by supporting their communities and the causes that matter most to them. It is also a crucial time for many nonprofit organizations to secure operational funding, committed volunteers, and advocates for their work. GivingTuesday, the annual event that started with a hashtag and has grown into a global movement in over 100 countries, kicks off year-end fundraising activities on December 3.
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GrantNews
OCTOBER 8, 2024
We all know that grant-makers make philanthropic investments, but how do you know which funder to choose? With a little research on a grant funder, grant-seekers can get a leg up and ensure their grant proposal stands out to grant-makers during the review process. Does your cause need grant support? Utilizing the 990 Search Feature at GrantWatch allows grant-seekers to gain insight to a grant-maker’s donation trends.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The Women’s Earth Alliance trains, funds, and supports local environmental leaders. By Ben Gose Anthony Wanjiku The Women’s Earth Alliance trains, funds, and supports local environmental leaders.
Blackbaud
OCTOBER 8, 2024
To help major gift officers focus on donors instead of desk work, The Salvation Army Southern Territory has begun using Microsoft Power BI to build powerful dashboards for the organization’s major giving program. With 45 major gift officers and 26 planned giving officers—spanning from Maryland to Florida, west to Oklahoma and Texas—The Salvation Army needed to streamline workflows and improve lead generation for specific gift types and gift levels.
Blue Avocado
OCTOBER 8, 2024
We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What has been your most successful fundraising strategy?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: Less is More: Simple Emails Can Boost Donations and Engagement After learning in a webinar that one of Barack Obama’s most successful fundraising emails had the subject line “ Hey ,” I decided I was overcomplicating things trying to develop a perfect campaign.
CauseVox
OCTOBER 8, 2024
GivingTuesday, which started in 2012, is a global giving day that inspires millions to support causes they care about. In 2023 alone, GivingTuesday raised $3.1 billion in the U.S., highlighting just how impactful this one day can be for nonprofits. It’s a chance to connect with supporters, reach new audiences, and make a big difference—all within 24 hours.
Blackbaud
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Have you noticed your board members avoiding eye contact when the subject of fundraising comes up? Most people are motivated to join a board because they are passionate about the mission, not because they love to ask for money. In fact, fewer than 40% of nonprofit CEOs say their boards actively fundraise. Despite fundraising reluctance—for some board members, it’s an outright refusal—you can put a strategy in place to help your board members become the best fundraisers they can be and, in the pr
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Some nonprofit leaders were afraid that they might have to close their doors. By Susan Neely-Barnes, Elena Delavega, and Melissa Hirschi Some nonprofit leaders were afraid that they might have to close their doors.
Soapbox Exchange
OCTOBER 8, 2024
In the digital age, nonprofits are constantly seeking innovative ways to engage with donors and streamline their operations. One such innovation making waves is the use of chatbots. These AI-driven tools have transformed various sectors, and fundraising is no exception. Here's how chatbots are playing a pivotal role in modern fundraising efforts.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Drew Lindsay iStockphoto Fundraisers and experts share their secrets for relationships with mystery donors.
Future Fundraising Now
OCTOBER 8, 2024
A ten-week series on things you should know about fundraising. Not handed to me on a mountain, but gathered slowly over the course of years working in fundraising. Donors don’t give to support organizations or programs; they give to make something happen. This is a hard commandment to follow. It requires us to get outside own own perspective and to see through the eyes of less-connected, less-knowledgable donors.
Greater Giving
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The nonprofit lifecycle isn’t complete without fundraising activities. After all, donated resources are vital to further nonprofit missions. However, charitable organizations stand to gain even from non-monetary donations — otherwise known as in-kind donations. These gifts are usually goods or services and can be extremely beneficial. Many of your supporters may not know that you need this kind of support, which is why marketing is so essential.
re:Charity
OCTOBER 8, 2024
It’s no secret that volunteers are essential to nonprofit work. According to Double the Donation’s volunteer statistics report, volunteers make up approximately one third of the nonprofit workforce, allowing organizations like yours to accomplish significant goals even with limited budgets. To effectively attract and retain volunteers, you’ll need to develop a solid communication strategy.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will distribute $210 million in Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) funds through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as the second tranche of funding to protect faith-based institutions and nonprofits against targeted attacks. The funding will be made available in a Notice of Funding Opportunity to be published later this month.
Big Fundraising Ideas
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The Impact of Fundraising on School Programs and Activities Blog Summary: Fundraising plays a vital role in supporting school programs and activities, from extracurriculars to new equipment. This guide discusses the importance of selecting the right products for a successful fundraiser and how it can directly impact the opportunities available to students.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Women’s and girls’ organizations surpassed $10 billion in giving for the first time, receiving $10.2 billion in philanthropic support during 2021. While awareness of gender-focused issues such as pay equity and reproductive rights has grown, overall charitable giving that supports women and girls remains relatively small at 1.9% of total giving. The data is from the sixth annual Women & Girls Index researched by the Women’s Philanthropy Institute (WPI) at the Indiana University Lilly Family
DoJiggy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Organizing a holiday toy drive is a great fundraiser for churches and community organizations that can make a real difference for needy families. Here’s a step-by-step guide to planning a successful toy drive this holiday season. What We’ll Cover: Step 1. Set Clear Goals for Your Holiday Toy Drive Step 2. Choose the Right Timing Step 3. Select the Toy Drive Location and Build a Donation Website Step 4.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Phillip Jiménez is stepping down from his role as president and CEO of the West Cook YMCA in Oak Park, Illinois and will join YMCA of the USA as the National Lead, CEO Engagement, Small-Mid size Y (SMY) Network. The new role is part of Y-USA’s strategy to build support and build closer relationships with association CEOs across the country. Jiménez begins his new role in November.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Drew Lindsay Getty Images Charities aren't getting the information donors want them to have thanks to less-than-clear digital interfaces, mistakes, and confusion in the development office.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 8, 2024
This is the busiest time of the year for fundraisers. Here's some advice on how to develop your ask strategy so you can find year-end success.
OneCause
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Explore the best practices for refining your year-end giving page to maximize donations and amplify your impact.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Nonprofit mailers and related organizations are being urged to thank members of Congress who supported the recent cancellation of an anticipated increase in the postage rate. The thank-you effort was spurred by Keep US Posted, a nonprofit advocacy group that supports “a reliable, affordable U.S. Postal Service.” According to an email from Keep US Posted, individuals and entities affected by postal rate increases are being urged to contact at least 30 members of Congress with messages of thanks f
OneCause
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Explore the best practices for refining your year-end giving page to maximize donations and amplify your impact.
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