Clairification

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Are you leading with a “gift” or “favor” to positively incline your donor to say “yes?” This time of year is what I call “presuasion time.” Because if you’re thoughtful about it, you can presuade donors to give up to the moment you ask! That’s what we reviewed in Part 1 of this two-part series, where I described research from Robert Cialdini, author of the seminal Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion , and the newer book, Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, fundraising is at the center of what you do. But along with fundraising comes the responsibility of engaging donors. After all, your fundraising efforts won’t be successful if you don’t turn community members, social media followers, and website visitors into donors. An easy donation process makes these prospects more willing to give, and the simplest way for people to donate is through online giving.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Do you want to learn how to make successful fundraising asks at your non-profit? Do you want simple, step-by-step guidelines for asking your donors for money in-person, over the phone, and through Zoom or video-conferences? Would you like sample scripts that you can use to ask your donors for money and get them to say “yes”? If so, then I invite you to join me for my brand new webinar: How to Make Successful Fundraising Asks!

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By Drew Lindsay Scott G Winterton, The Deseret News, AP Protesters from Patriots Prepared and Black Lives Matter debate at a march in Salt Lake City, Utah, in July 2020. Many Americans see foundations as key to brokering peace and forging partnerships between opposing sides.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

An annual board assessment can help a board identify and address structural and process challenges to fulfilling fiduciary duties. Here are five ways this process can fail, and how to avoid them.

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Veritus Group

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

If you start to notice signs of anxiety or overwhelm, here’s one mindset shift that might make all the difference for you as a fundraiser. The post Don’t Do What I Did Recently… appeared first on Veritus Group.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Veterans Day holds a special significance in the hearts of most Americans. It’s a moment when we pause to reflect on the profound debt we owe to the men and women who have served our country with unwavering dedication. Here, at GrantWatch , we are honoring our veterans everyday. We reverently salute those individuals who have borne the weight of duty, sacrifice, and honor.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Nothing makes a donor feel recognized and appreciated quite like personalized communication from your organization. It’s a great way to signal to your supporters that they’re so much more than just the financial support they provide for your cause. But the more donors your nonprofit recruits, the more challenging it can be to provide those individualized connections.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Being a nonprofit leader is different than being a leader in the private sector. The role comes with a unique set of challenges, and even more rewards. Amazon understands that, and established a team dedicated to serving the unique needs of nonprofit leaders. From storage to AI to security to digital experience, the team at AWS for Nonprofits is obsessed with understanding your challenges, and helping you solve for them.

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Capital Campaign Pro

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Season 3, Episode 33 In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss the critical role of campaign committees in your fundraising efforts. They delve into why the traditional long-term campaign committee structure often fails and propose a more effective approach by creating short-term, specialized committees. Discover how breaking down the campaign into phases and […] The post Podcast: Maximizing Success with Capital Campaign Committees appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The rapid growth of AI brings promising new innovation, and at the same time raises new challenges. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is committed to developing AI responsibly, taking a people-centric approach that prioritizes education, science, and our customers, to integrate responsible AI across the end-to-end AI lifecycle. At the core of our commitment is our customers, and for the nonprofit sector, the constituents they serve.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The bequest to the SETI Institute is the second nine-figure donation announced in recent weeks from the estate of Franklin Antonio, a Qualcomm co-founder. By Maria Di Mento Plus, Hoag Hospital in California landed a $50 million gift for dementia care, and financier Ken Griffin gave $30 million to the National Medal of Honor Museum.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Hustle launched its new Dialer product, designed to assist organizers and fundraisers in mobilizing supporters. The Dialer is a modern calling application that saves time by removing unnecessary manual steps with a smooth and easy-to-use interface.

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Strategic Grants

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Looking for the latest sector news? Catch up on what’s happening across the world of funding, philanthropy, and research with the latest updates from Team SG’s busy research team. Latest sector news Philanthropy Meets Parliament Summit In October 2023 there was a crucial and productive meeting called Philanthropy Meets Parliament Summit which was organised by Philanthropy Australia to discuss the goal of doubling philanthropic giving by 2030.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Amazon is known for its culture of innovation - a culture that is grounded in 16 Leadership Principals. Leadership Principles are used every day, whether discussing ideas for new projects or deciding on the best way to solve a customer problem. As you head into the final months of 2023, and plan for an impactful 2024, consider embracing a leadership principal to inspire your leadership for the year to come!

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A trauma-informed culture enhances your nonprofit’s organizational sustainability, employee well-being, and overall productivity. The post Unmasking the Silent Impact of Trauma in Nonprofits appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Whether you’re in marketing, fundraising, HR or IT- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are changing the game for nonprofits of all sizes. Yes, the sector is already using AI/ ML, but many solutions are now able to help you scale faster and smarter. As you prepare for 2024, consider this new Industry Outlook from Amazon Web Services (AWS) that demystifies AL/ML, and explores ways nonprofits can employ technologies to transform their operations and accelerate their missions.

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OneCause

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The right silent auction software can make planning your next live or virtual event a breeze. Explore our list of the top solutions to streamline your search.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Customer obsession – one of Amazon’s central leadership principals. Customer obsession means starting with those you serve and working backwards to meet their ever-increasing expectations. The expectations of today’s supporters, beneficiaries, and stakeholders are requiring organizations to raise the bar on the experiences they deliver. In support of our customers, the team at Amazon Web Services (AWS) for Nonprofits is dedicated to helping nonprofits innovate to meet those expectations.

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Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

It’s all about the shiny object – you probably know what I mean. The focus of most organizations is getting grant funding in the door. New (and don’t forget about the renewal) funding is attractive and necessary. It represents innovation, education, research, employment, infrastructure, and many wonderful things that positively impact our communities.

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re:Charity

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As a mission-driven organization, your nonprofit aims to make a meaningful impact on its community. Wouldn’t it be nice if, in turn, the community supported your efforts and you worked. The post Corporate Social Responsibility: How to Secure Support appeared first on re: charity.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In this post, we break down all your questions about invite-only funders, teach you how to get invitations from these funders, and tell you what mistakes to avoid making when approaching invitation-only funders.

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Soapbox Exchange

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Issue 172 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Have you taken a look at our Year-End Fundraising Checklist ? It’s time to position your nonprofit for end-of-year success. Since the vast majority of nonprofit donations come in in the final months of the year, giving season can be a lot of pressure. We’re here with tips and tricks to alleviate that stress! You got this!

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

GrantWatch is a well-known and popular tool for locating possible grant opportunities, but there are actually TONS of grant finder websites out there, and some of them can help you with much, much more than just finding grants. Discover more in this article.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

None of the center's supporters have raised public concerns about its work, and growing pains are common for new organizations. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Evan Agostini/Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Ibram X. Kendi, who won a National book Award in 2019 for “How to Be an Antiracist,” leads Boston University’s Center for Antiracist Research. None of the center's supporters have raised public concerns about its work, and growing pains are common for new organizations.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Whether you're reviewing your strategy for expanding your donor base or growing new revenue streams through grants, we'll unpack the intricacies of prospect research in our ultimate guide.

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Assel Grant Services

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

“Will I see you at GrantSummit?” This year, for the first time, my answer was “Yes.” In early November 2023, I attended GrantSummit (formerly known as the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) Annual Conference) in Kansas City, Missouri. This multi-day conference is the premier professional development event for grant professionals in the U.S. I have attended this conference before as a virtual attendee, but this year was my first experience traveling to the event.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Running a nonprofit can be difficult. Between all of your duties, fundraising campaigns, and managing your staff, it is natural to sometimes feel like you are stretched thin. This is why capacity grants can be lifesaving. Read this article to discover how to find them fast in 2023.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Having a diverse stream of income is so important for nonprofit organizations. Many nonprofit professionals focus fundraising efforts on grants from foundations. However, another wonderful place to find support is from corporate grants. Learn more about where to find them.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Don't let fundraising fatigue hold you back! Unlock 21 unique and hassle-free fundraising ideas to rejuvenate your nonprofit's campaigns and events.

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