Clairification

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Here’s a bit of wisdom that really spoke to me this week, especially as we navigate this particular season at this particular moment in our shared world… Throwing shade or throwing light? “One takes a little more effort than the other. While throwing shade might be more fun, it eventually runs out of energy. It’s designed to end conversations, not start them, to intimidate, not encourage.

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Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With the all-important year-end giving season here, nonprofit professionals like you are busy developing the right messaging that will drive donations. Let’s complete an exercise to help you get your creativity flowing. Compare the following nonprofit year-end fundraising appeals: Our year-end fundraising campaign is right around the corner. We need your help to save more stray dogs in the community.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 14, 2023

During challenging times, many individuals experience financial difficulties. Facing personal hardship is never easy. In addition, it can be difficult finding support. Thankfully, hardship programs are generally available for credit cards , utility bills and housing. Another avenue individuals can explore is grant opportunities. While the government does not provide free money to individuals, there are many foundations that offer personal hardship grants for individuals for specific assistance.

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Fluxx

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Within the intricate tapestry of philanthropy, a true understanding of grantmaking data means looking past the numbers to unravel the stories of impact woven into funds, awards, and target geographic locations. Beyond the traditional metrics of grant awards, a deeper dive into grantmaking data unveils valuable insights. This blog will show how data, specifically regarding funds, awards, and geographic impact, can be harnessed to optimize grantmaking strategies.

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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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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 14, 2023

A congressional oversight committee called on nonprofit experts to testify Wednesday at a hearing on the role of tax-exempt organizations in American politics. By Alex Daniels A congressional oversight committee called on nonprofit experts to testify Wednesday at a hearing on the role of tax-exempt organizations in American politics. Divisions were predictably partisan.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 14, 2023

By Brandolon Barnett Jon Krause for The Chronicle When used properly, generative A.I. can help organizations of any size or mission expand their capabilities. Here's how.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Receiving requests for funding can be both a crucial and frustrating part of being a grantmaking organization. You want applications from organizations that align to your mission, but the frequency of the requests can easily bog down your processes if you aren’t careful. To avoid overwhelming your team, standardize how you receive and process grant applications at your organization.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the face of challenges in employee recruitment and retention in the nonprofit sector, here are ways you can attain career success.

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Candid

DECEMBER 14, 2023

There’s a sentence that every communications professional at a nonprofit has heard (and if you’re like me, dreads): “We need a toolkit for that launch.” This typically means creating an exhaustive, robust library of materials, pre-launch, to get the word out on social media, email, and your website to drum up interest and support for your organization’s upcoming, exciting initiative.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Software supports everything from fundraising to programs. Here are some technology tips for your nonprofit as we move into 2024.

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amplifi

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In a perfect world, we wouldn’t need to worry about recovering lapsed donors. You already know that it’s more efficient for nonprofits to focus on retaining the donors they already have than it is to acquire new ones. But the reality is, with so much on a fundraiser’s mind, donor retention can sometimes slip through the cracks. After all, the average donor retention rate for nonprofits is 42.6 percent according to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Survey data from the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals showed employees volunteered more in the workplace in 2023.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Seven and eight figure gifts are either once in a lifetime for HBCUs or extremely infrequent — with long stretches in between them.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

UNCF’s Philanthropy Institute will begin offering courses for fundraising professionals at Black and other underserved organizations in 2024.

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Elevate

DECEMBER 14, 2023

“I just don’t have the time.” “I’m not good at cold calling.” “Isn’t that the Development Director’s job?” These are some common responses from Executive Directors when asked to cultivate a new foundation partner as part of their organization’s larger grant strategy.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Email fundraising offers a powerful and cost-effective way for nonprofits to reach their audiences and encourage donations. Through email marketing, nonprofits are able to quickly connect with potential donors and build relationships that last. But in order to inspire action from your donors, your fundraising emails need to follow some simple best practices each and every time.

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Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Many nonprofit myths circulate through the general public by word of mouth and it’s time to dispel them. Nonprofits make a difference in communities across the globe. Above all, a nonprofit organization is created with the goal of providing a public benefit. However, even to this day, nonprofit myths sometimes prevent nonprofits from seeing success.

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GiveSmart

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Peer-to-peer fundraising is an excellent way to acquire new donors and increase fundraising. Supporters feel a sense of belonging when they can raise funds for their favorite nonprofit. Your donors are a part of your community, so it’s important to show your appreciation for them. An essential part of any peer-to-peer fundraising idea is incentivizing participants to come and support your mission.

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Double the Donation

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Volunteering isn’t just about goodwill—it’s about leveraging our collective expertise to help others. Skills-based volunteering taps into the vast reservoir of knowledge within our communities, creating unique and rewarding opportunities for individuals to give back. This form of volunteerism benefits not only nonprofits but also the volunteers and the companies they work for.

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