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Grateful Clairity Click-it: Nonprofit Links + Free Resources

Clairification

Let’s begin with this week’s bit of wisdom… “Let us conceive of gratitude in its largest, most beautiful sense, that if we receive any kindness we are debtor, not merely to one man, but to the whole world. As we are each day indebted to thousands for the comforts, joys, consolations, and blessings of life, let us realize that it is only by kindness to all that we can begin to repay the debt to one, begin to make gratitude the atmosphere of all our living and a constant expression in outward acts

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Jump-starting Year-End Gift Conversations

The Fundraiser Coach

"Donor, would today be the right time to speak about your impact with [charity]? Our impact continues to [impact]." If you still have donors or prospects on your list who you meant to ask, tried to ask, or have been trying to have a conversation with. now is the time to get engaged in conversations. Some of you might be thinking: This year has been too much of a financial strain - for everyone In these depressing times, with all the need, how can I ask?

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Lessons from MotivateMonday | John Lepp Shows You How to be Creative

Pamela Grow

Breaking the rules can be one of the very best things you can do to increase response for your next nonprofit direct mail appeal. But how? John Lepp, author of the direct mail fundraising bible for nonprofit communicators, Creative Deviations: how you can infuse your storytelling, fundraising and direct response with more creativity , dropped by MotivateMonday this week to share some surprising ways you can use creativity in design, storytelling, strategy, and love to raise more for your nonprof

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5 Ways the Nonprofit Sector Has Changed Over the Past 20 Years

NonProfit PRO

Over the past 20 years, a lot has changed in the nonprofit sector, and with major giving in particular. Here are five ways major giving and the sector in general have changed, and what nonprofit professionals should keep in mind as they work toward their organizations’ missions.

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AI for Grant Writing: 20+ ChatGPT Prompts You Can Use

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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International Grants Fund Projects That Can Truly Have a Global Impact

GrantNews

International grants can offer a strong financial foundation for projects that have a global impact. These financial contributions are often provided by government agencies, organizations, and foundations. In correlation, they support projects, initiatives, or activities that address various issues and challenges across borders. For example, there are projects that empower women to achieve economic success.

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Why Your Needs Statement Is Important in Grant Writing

Grant Writer Team

There are several elements to writing an effective grant application. An impactful proposal should have clear, concise writing. However, out of all the different aspects of a grant application, one that stands out in importance is a needs statement. What is a needs statement? The needs statement is the part of the grant application that lays out the rationale for the entire project that requires funding.

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2024 Fundraising Calendar: Boost Your Impact!

NonProfit PRO

DonorPerfect's Fundraising Calendar empowers nonprofit heroes! Get 12 months of tailored inspiration, with practical tips, key dates, self-care, and customizable stickers. Each month, receive expert advice on securing the second gift, retaining donors, reimagining events, making successful asks, and more. Download the digital version or order your printed calendar now!

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Fostering Equitable Grantmaking- Integrating Demographic Data with Grants Management Software

Fluxx

Grantmakers are distributing billions of dollars each year to programs that align to their mission, many with the goal of supporting underrepresented communities and demographics. This makes them the top advocates for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) , and the decisions they make on where to fund can have a real impact on many communities.

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4 Tips That Helped Movember Build a Community of Supporters and Raise $1B Worldwide

NonProfit PRO

As nonprofits struggle with acquisition and retention, and as donor engagement wanes, it’s more important than ever to have those passionate people in your organization’s corner. Here are a few ways Movember built its community around men’s health over its two-decade existence.

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Think Big (but Start Small) with Nonprofit Innovation

Blackbaud

With advances in technology such as artificial intelligence, automation, and cloud services flooding the marketplace, nonprofits feel the pressure to adapt, adopt, and innovate. But how do you determine what’s worthwhile and what’s a distraction from your mission? According to nonprofit technology experts, successful leaders often share one proven approach to innovation: They think big but start small.

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How OpenAI’s Nonprofit-Corporate Structure Fueled the Tumult Around CEO Sam Altman’s Short-Lived Ouster

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

A management scholar says it appears that OpenAI’s board sought to exercise the "duty of obedience," which obliges them to act in the interest of the organization’s mission. By Alnoor Ebrahim omohiro Ohsumi/Getty Images CEO Sam Altman, who co-founded OpenAI in 2015, was fired in November 2023, only to return five days later. A management scholar says it appears that OpenAI’s board sought to exercise the "duty of obedience," which obliges them to act in the interest of the organization’s mission.

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Q&A About Major Gift Fundraising

Gail Perry Group

In early November, we had a transformative roundtable discussion – Navigating the “Big Ask” in Challenging Times. You had so many burning questions during and after that webinar about cultivating meaningful relationships with your donors, navigating the tricky waters of meeting requests, addressing donor concerns, and even reigniting the spark with lapsed supporters.

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Can a Nonprofit Help Lawmakers Understand A.I.?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The Horizon Institute for Public Service aims to bridge the gap between the worlds of policy and emerging tech by creating a pipeline of tech-savvy public servants. By Eden Stiffman Horizon Institute for Public Service Remco Zwetsloot co-founded the Horizon Institute for Public Service. The Horizon Institute for Public Service aims to bridge the gap between the worlds of policy and emerging tech, like A.I., by creating a pipeline of tech-savvy public servants.

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The Trust Gap: What Funders Can Learn from MacKenzie Scott’s Giving

Center for Effective Philanthropy

There is a gap between what funders think will happen when they trust nonprofits with large, unrestricted grants and what actually happens.

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Corporate Philanthropy Drops When Donor Headquarters Move

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

What happens when companies that donate to local nonprofits are acquired by out-of-state firms? Boston Business Journal took a look at two decades of data to find an answer. Maya Shavit and Grant Welker, Boston Business Journal Boston Boston Business Journal took a look at two decades of data to find out what happens when companies that donate to local nonprofits are acquired by out-of-state firms.

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When communications flow, relationships grow!

amplifi

Feeling unappreciated is one of the most common reasons a donor will stop giving to your nonprofit. But remember – when communications flow, relationships grow! So, one of the best ways to retain more donors is to focus on what they are hearing between appeals. A donor will start to feel like an ATM when they’re asked to give again and again without receiving thoughtful stewardship communications in between.

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The Future of Golf Tournaments: What’s On the Horizon

DoJiggy

The world is constantly evolving, and sport is no different. Even golf, which at its core has remained the same civilized game for almost its entire existence, is subtly changing… This brings into question the future of golf tournaments. What can we expect of golf as a sport going forward? How will things change? Will we still be able to enjoy the sport the way we do now?

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Important Announcement to Our Community: Restructuring TechSoup

Tech Soup

Moments ago, I sent the below email to all TechSoup staff across all our offices. I also wanted to share this email with you, our community of stakeholders, so that you have both a better understanding of the tough decisions we had to communicate today and a view into TechSoup’s focus as we move into 2024 and beyond.

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Developing a Growth Mindset

Grant Professionals Association

As one starts to approach higher levels of a chosen career path becoming aware that developing a growth mindset is crucial when it comes to performing well. But how can one break free from prior programming and develop a growth mindset? Let's start by clearly defining growth mindset. A growth mindset is a way of seeing our problems and skill gaps as something that can be overcome with time, patience, and development.

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How to Get Started With Budgeting for a Small Nonprofit

re:Charity

Budgeting is an essential part of any nonprofit’s strategy, but it can present a major challenge for brand-new or smaller organizations. These organizations often focus the majority of their attention. The post How to Get Started With Budgeting for a Small Nonprofit appeared first on re: charity.

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$10+ Billion in Unclaimed Matching Gift Funds Annually

Double the Donation

Have you ever wondered how much money goes unclaimed through matching gift programs each year? At Double the Donation we’ve spoken with countless nonprofits, corporations, foundations, and research institutions and are often asked: How much money is donated through employee matching gift programs?

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Federal Agency Series: Administration for Children & Families

Assel Grant Services

ACF – Administration for Children & Families Session 11 of the Federal Agency Series Register Now In this session, we will educate the participants in the core mission, principles, and strategic priorities the ACF works by, their budget, and what that budget aims to address in national priorities. We’ll then discuss the different centers which administer these different opportunities, including the financial information about each of these centers, block grants, and discretionary

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The 8 Best Nonprofit Conferences for Any Fundraiser in 2023 & 2024 Copy

Qgiv

An important part of being an effective fundraiser is staying up to date on current fundraising trends , industry best practices, and donor preferences. One of the best ways to do that is to attend nonprofit conferences. They’re the best! In addition to the info-packed sessions and workshops, these conferences provide invaluable opportunities to connect with other fundraisers, share ideas, and encourage each other.