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7 more quick tips to improve your donor communications

Hands-On Fundraising

Do your donor communications need a few quick tips? Improve your donor communications… I know. I just wrote about this. But there’s a bit more… and if you’re like me, more ideas are hard to resist. You’ve probably heard you should write fast and edit slowly. And so you should. But how do you turn […] The post 7 more quick tips to improve your donor communications appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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“Crystal Ball” Grant Predictions for 2024: Grant Writers Impact

Millionaire Grant Lady

This is the fourth of a six-part series on 2024 grant predictions. If you missed part 1 , 2 or 3 , you can still check them out here. In this series, Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates are sharing our insights into foundation giving. These predictions are based on the most up-to-date information available as well as our in-the-trenches work with our nonprofits.

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Nonprofit CFOs Are in High Demand and Short Supply

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The hiring crunch is taking place as fewer students choose to major in accounting and pursue finance careers. Nonprofit CFO work has also become more complex and demanding. By Eden Stiffman The hiring crunch is taking place as fewer students choose to major in accounting and pursue finance careers. Nonprofit CFO work has also become more complex and demanding.

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Essential Insights from a Veteran Nonprofit Attorney: 3 Things Nonprofit Leaders Need to Know in 2024

CharityHowTo

Wondering what 2024 will bring for your nonprofit? Our friends at Charitable Allies have outlined three things you need to know in 2024 to ensure your nonprofit thrives. 1. Nonprofit Leader Tip #1: Having multiple sources of income for your nonprofit is more important than ever. It’s no secret: many nonprofits have struggled to have stable sources of funding after the pandemic.

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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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How Transparent Philanthropy Can Liberate Billions of Dollars — and Do More Good

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By sharing knowledge and data, grant makers can make their giving more accessible, equitable, and — crucially — effective. By Kevin McPherson, Pooja Wagh, Peter B. Kaufman, and Jeff Ubois Getty Images By sharing knowledge and data, grant makers can make their giving more accessible, equitable, and — crucially — effective.

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$150 Million Gift: Billionaire Benioffs Expand Health Care Giving to Hawaii

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The Salesforce founder Marc Benioff and his wife, Lynne, are building on their extensive giving to health care in the Bay Area. By Maria Di Mento Kevin Dietsch, Getty Images Lynne and Marc Benioff gave to two nonprofits to expand access to health care in Hawaii, where they own property. Plus, the financier Ken Griffin contributed $50 million for cancer research; and Hollywood producer Chuck Lorre is beefing up financial aid for UCLA’s STEM students.

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Nonprofit Fundraising: Are You Choosing the Right Grants?

Blue Avocado

Tips for reviewing your nonprofit’s grant prospects. One of the questions I’m often asked is: “How do I find grants?” But I don’t hear the more important question: “How do I know the grant is right for me?” Grant funding is great, but often comes with requirements such as financial tracking of the award, measuring the program, reporting to the funder, and more — so look before you leap !

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How to get started with grant writing

Professional Grant Writers

Nonprofits often view grant writing as an inevitable part of running a nonprofit. As soon as that 501(c)(3) letter arrives from the IRS, The post How to get started with grant writing appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Let it Go: When to Move on from a Major Gift Prospect

Blackbaud

Seven contact attempts over six months, via at least two contact methods. This marks the end of the qualification road for one nonprofit organization. While this scenario represents a best practice for major donor portfolios, there is no one answer to the question of when to disqualify a prospect. The important point is to have a roadmap and a system in place for navigating it.

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5 Fundraising Measurement Mistakes to Avoid in 2024

NonProfit PRO

Here are five things not to do when measuring the performance of your online fundraising and marketing programs.

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One Year After ChatGPT4: Where is Philanthropy?

Center for Effective Philanthropy

The conversation about AI among grantmakers has not advanced dramatically since the release of ChatGPT4 one year ago.

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Address the Future with Clean Data

NonProfit PRO

Successful fundraising starts with clean data. Melissa’s new solutions catalog is packed with essential tips, tools and free trials to help you address donor engagement, improve outreach, and ensure accuracy for meaningful impact and a sustainable future. From address, email and phone verification to data enrichment and donor profiling, this valuable resource has everything you need to elevate your fundraising game!

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How to Calculate Net Gain from Your Nonprofit Event 

GiveSmart

With in-person events as a cornerstone fundraiser for many nonprofits, nonprofits are always looking for ways to raise more all while spending less. With two out of three nonprofits feeling pressured to increase revenue streams, it is increasingly important to ensure your fundraising events are driving revenue for your mission. What is Net Gain for Nonprofit Events?

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Get Your Free Ticket to Sustainable Fundraising!

NonProfit PRO

Creating and growing a monthly giving program sets you up for success in donor retention, accurate budget projections, and total annual gifts. DonorPerfect and fundraising consultant Erica Waasdorp joined forces to create the free Monthly Giving Success Kit, so you can build or boost your recurring giving program with confidence.

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Developing an Annual Grant Strategy that Wins | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Learn how to develop an effective annual grant strategy with innovative, technology-driven approaches. Discover expert insights on balancing funders' expectations with your organization's mission, and gain actionable tips to streamline your grant strategy development process.

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Funraise Accelerates Nonprofit Sector Impact With Focus on AI-Backed Fundraising Intelligence

NonProfit PRO

Funraise announced an acceleration of in-platform data intelligence products backed by AI and powered by Sisense.

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Grant Writing or School Fundraising: Which is Better?

Big Fundraising Ideas

Other School Funding Sources: Grant Proposal Writing 101 How to Obtain Funds for Your School with Grant Writing. Are you looking for alternative options to fundraising to earn dollars for your school? Grant writing is a supplemental way to raise funds for non-profit organizations and schools. Both fundraising and grant writing takes time, resources, skill, and detailed planning and can lead to earning significant funding.

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Elon Musk and The New York Times

Sharpshooter Communications

The front page of the March 10, 2024 New York Times ,, featured a story illustrating that, with assets of $7 billion, Elon Musk’s charitable foundation consistently fails to donate the minimal amounts required by law. According to Times reporters David A. Fahrenthold and Ryan Mac, the Foundation appears to exist only as a financial benefit and public relations boost for Musk himself.

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Quick Guide to Corporate Giving Programs for Nonprofits

Qgiv

When thinking about fundraising, most people immediately think of individual donors, but corporations are another great source of potential revenue for nonprofits! Corporate giving programs, which are akin to corporate social responsibility programs , often reflect a business’s moral compass. They have the potential to enhance a corporation’s reputation while simultaneously contributing to a worthy cause.

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Embarking on a continuous learning journey to drive equity 

Candid

“Sometimes it’s hard to learn in front of people,” Jay-Z recently told Gayle King. “The mistakes you make, you make in front of the world.” He then went on to say that he loves “being a beacon and helping out my culture, people of color.” His statement resonated with me because it reflected all that PEAK Grantmaking worked to do last year: moving from scarcity mindsets to mindsets of abundance—putting possibilities at the center of our approach to our mission instead of limitations.

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Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event

Greater Giving

Elevate Your Impact: Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of effective fundraising. A well-crafted fundraising plan can be the difference between exceeding your goals and falling short. But where do you begin? This blog post outlines the key elements for creating a successful fundraising plan for your next charity event, empowering you to maximize your impact.