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Donor’s Lament: You Didn’t Thank Me Properly

Clairification

Everything I learned about saying “thank you” I learned from: My mother. Miss Manners. Penelope Burk. According to Burk’s research from Donor-Centered Fundraising , more than 80% of thank you letters start with “ Thank you for your generous gift of …” or “ On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you for your generous gift of …” Y A W N Want to stand out?

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RBW Strategy

Biopharmaceutical Company A clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing easy-to-administer oral medications for indications that affect large under-served patient populations. Challenge In 2022, the company had contacted RBW Strategy as they received several federal awards and would benefit from institutional background in managing and maintaining compliance.

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8 Tips for Seeking Grants From Community Foundations

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Lisa Schohl Getty Images Experts share insights to help you build inroads to these grant makers, secure their support — and avoid common faux pas when forging ties.

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Donor Acquisition Tops List of Challenges for Nonprofit Leaders

NonProfit PRO

Donor acquisition is the top challenge nonprofit leaders are facing this year, according to the latest research from NonProfit PRO.

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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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Podcast: Embracing a Growth Mindset for Capital Campaign Success with Dedee Wilner-Nugent

Capital Campaign Pro

Season 3, Episode 64 In this insightful episode, Andrea Kihlstedt and Dedee Wilner-Nugent dive into the transformative power of adopting a growth mindset, particularly in the context of capital campaigns. As fundraising professionals know, embarking on a capital campaign can be daunting, fraught with challenges and uncertainties. Dedee, a senior advisor at Capital Campaign Pro, […] The post Podcast: Embracing a Growth Mindset for Capital Campaign Success with Dedee Wilner-Nugent appeared f

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Spotlight State: South Carolina

GrantNews

The state of South Carolina, with its rich history and cultural heritage, is in the GrantWatch spotlight this week. Known for its southern charm, it is also the only place in America where tea is grown. One of the many highlights of South Carolina is the city of Charleston. Exploring Charleston feels like taking a journey back in time. The unique architecture and cobblestone streets lend an especially old-time, refined ambiance.

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Guided Feasibility Studies Lead to Deeper Donor Conversations

Capital Campaign Pro

Do you wonder whether you could have real, genuine conversations with your largest potential donors that weren’t laced with anxiety? Conversations when you can really discuss your organization — with all its wonders and challenges — are few and far between. Truly Insightful Conversations with Your Donors Are Rare Many EDs and DDs are anxious […] The post Guided Feasibility Studies Lead to Deeper Donor Conversations appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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Upturn In Trust For Nonprofits, Softness In The Numbers

The NonProfit Times

Americans’ trust in nonprofits got a 5-point pop to 57% but that number softens significantly when it comes to the upcoming election. A plurality (41%) does not trust nonprofits to avoid partisan politics. Making matters more concerning is 30% have high trust in nonprofits for providing factual, unbiased information about political candidates and policy issues.

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Nonprofit Strategic Planning: Should You Hire a Consultant?

re:Charity

Planning is an essential yet resource-intensive process—whether you’re preparing for a vacation or outlining the next strategic priorities for your nonprofit. That’s why, when it’s time for many nonprofits to. The post Nonprofit Strategic Planning: Should You Hire a Consultant? appeared first on re: charity.

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Demographic data dos and don’ts for funders 

Candid

Funders are increasingly using demographic data about the staff and leadership of the nonprofits they support to assess their impact and reach. At the same time, many of these same funders seek best practices in how to glean meaningful insights from this data. While this data is valuable, it represents a significant burden for nonprofits and, as a result, funders also want to make these processes as efficient as possible for all concerned.

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It’s Time to Change Your View of Volunteers

Veritus Group

Your volunteers are talented people who, properly trained and guided, will take your organization to new heights. The post It’s Time to Change Your View of Volunteers appeared first on Veritus Group.

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Fundraising Weekly - June 25, 2024

Soapbox Exchange

Issue 204 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! What have you been doing to cultivate relationships with your mid-level and major donors? These relationships help ensure your organization can meet its fundraising goals and keep growing sustainably. But to approach relationship-focused fundraising strategically, it’s important to consider donor qualification. Check out this post for five best practices!

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The Volunteer Grant Research Guide | Finding More Funding

Double the Donation

Volunteer grants present a lucrative opportunity for nonprofits to maximize their available resources and bolster their impact. However, navigating the complex world of research, engagement, eligibility, and submissions can be daunting. Lucky for you, that’s where our complete guide to volunteer grant research comes into play.

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Celebrating Nine Years in Business! What’s New & What’s Next

Grant Writing Made Easy

Greetings, fellow visionaries and changemakers! As I reflect on my ninth year with Grant Writing Made Easy, I’m filled with gratitude and excitement for the journey we’ve undertaken and the path ahead. This year has been a testament to our commitment to innovation, embracing new technologies, and setting a visionary course for the future.

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Advancing Knowledge: Knowing your “Why” by Kellie Brungard, GPC

Assel Grant Services

Have you ever stopped to consider the reasons why you sign up for webinars, attain or continue to maintain your grant professional certification (GPC), or set out to learn an entirely new skill set (like project management)? For some, an employer prioritizes professional development and encourages developing a training plan. Perhaps your certification or licensure requires continuing education.

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How to Keep Track of It All?

Grants4Good

Here is a situation I’ve seen over and over again in the decades I’ve been working with nonprofit organizations. Maybe you’ve experienced this yourself? The Scene A very skilled, experienced, enthusiastic person accepts a fundraising position at a nonprofit. The passion is there. The mission is solid. The database of donors is…nonexistent!

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Implementing Proper Donor Segmentation: 5 Nonprofit Tips

re:Charity

Did you know that segmentation can increase your campaign’s donation revenue by up to 760%? Besides providing donors with more personalized communications, segmentation can have a significant positive impact on. The post Implementing Proper Donor Segmentation: 5 Nonprofit Tips appeared first on re: charity.

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5 Steps to Strengthen Your Grantmaking Organization’s Data Governance

Blackbaud

A grant management system is no place for your garbage. And yet, many grantmakers leave duplicate records, incomplete contacts, and incorrectly formatted information littered throughout their GMS, waiting to be scooped up in reports. Garbage in. Garbage out. Without good data management examples and expectations, your team may not be aware they are making these mistakes.

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Study: Nonprofits Grow Large by Focusing on Concentration of Revenue Categories

NonProfit PRO

A new study conducted by The Bridgespan Group explores the funding strategies of large US-based nonprofits and surfaces two key findings: one, that over 90 percent of these “really big” nonprofits raised the bulk of their money from a single category of funder, and two, that an increasing percentage of these organizations now rely on […]