Hands-On Fundraising

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Team-building: what managers need to know Can we talk about “team-building” and how it can so easily do just the opposite? It’s essential for nonprofit staff to work well together. And especially for teams within that structure. And I know (from long experience) that nonprofit work, in particular fundraising, is often not 9-5 work. Extra […] The post Why “team-building” fails you and your staff appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes William DeShazer Most fundraisers said they expect their groups to raise enough money to meet their goals this year, but there's a deep sense of unease about the economy.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In order to achieve their missions, nonprofits must get funding. One of the ways an organization can do this is through a giving day. Here, nonprofit professionals explore the pros and cons of giving days, as well as provide tips on how to best utilize a giving day.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The findings challenge conventional wisdom that groups should spend mainly on program costs. By Telesilla Kotsi and Alfonso J. Pedraza Martinez Brittany Murray/MediaNews Group/Long Beach Press-Telegram via Getty Images Food banks can operate on a large scale that requires expensive equipment and skilled management. The findings challenge conventional wisdom that groups should spend mainly on program costs.

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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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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In this post, we break down all your questions around 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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Center for Effective Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

CEP2023 attendees brought their Halloween spirit to day two of the CEP conference as we delved deeper into effective grantmaking practices.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Fundraisers face the challenge of helping leaders and boards understand how much money organizations can reasonably expect to bring in. By Emily Haynes Mohawk Hudson Humane Society The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society started the Oktopurrfest event to attract younger donors. Fundraisers face the challenge of helping leaders and boards understand how much money organizations can reasonably expect to bring in.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Engage for Good announced that it was acquired by Muneer Panjwani, an expert in corporate-nonprofit partnerships, from Cause Marketing Forum Inc. Panjwani will serve as the company’s CEO.

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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In this article, we teach you all about Form 990s and how to read them. Learn what Form 990s are used for, how to review the most important line items on Form 990s, and how Instrumentl makes it even easier to interpret funder 990s.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Fundraisers aim to find — and engage — the donors who rate the organization's work most important among the groups they support. By Rasheeda Childress Bryan Thomas for The Chronicle It’s crucial to accept that not every donor supports every cause, says Katherine Fritz, vice president of development and communications at Long Island Cares, a food bank.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Generative AI is a form of artificial intelligence that creates content — such as a piece of writing, audio, or an image — in response to some kind of instructions that you provide. If you've ever used ChatGPT, Google Bard, or Bing Chat, you've used a tool based on this sort of technology. It's useful for all sorts of things — from creating pieces of content to generating summaries of information — and it's only going to become more prevalent over time.

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Professional Grant Writers

OCTOBER 31, 2023

We’ve talked a lot about using evidence to establish the need or the problem your nonprofit is working to solve. You need to. The post How to write the chosen intervention section of a grant appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The Chronicle's exclusive survey of 1,000 fundraisers reveals a complicated and at times contradictory picture of fundraising in 2023. There are both striking successes and deep apprehension. The Chronicle's exclusive survey of 1,000 fundraisers reveals a complicated and at times contradictory picture of fundraising in 2023. There are both striking successes and deep apprehension.

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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 31, 2023

This post explores must-dos when it comes to grant management, best practices to adopt when tackling grant management and how to manage a grant.

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re:Charity

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Nonprofits and companies alike often seek to evaluate their HR policies, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance, efficiency, and overall workforce productivity. These evaluations can take the form of either. The post HR Audit vs HR Assessment: Understanding the Key Differences appeared first on re: charity.

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OneCause

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Your donors are the fuel that keeps the mechanism of your nonprofit moving, from fundraising events to peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns to giving days. But how can you make sure that you’re communicating with your donors in a way that expresses your nonprofit’s appreciation for their support as well as your organization’s plans for the future? The key to strong donor relationships is creating a conversation between your organization and your donors.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 31, 2023

How To Set a School Fundraising Goal and Why it’s Important Why setting fundraising goals is vital for your success. Setting a fundraising goal is a critical step in planning a school fundraiser. Goal setting takes serious thought and consideration and must take several factors into account. Schools set goals for many reasons, and we share a few of the more common reasons to set fundraising goals below.

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Booster

OCTOBER 31, 2023

While any time of the year is worthy of showing your hard working teachers appreciation, the busy holiday season often brings additional work and stress to teachers. Plus—the holiday season is all about showing gratitude!

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Domestic violence initiatives share the same goals. They want to inform communities, inspire volunteers, find funding, and aid survivors with every resource and asset at their disposal. Accordingly, their most essential asset may just be their volunteers since they bring comfort to individuals, families, and communities. It stands to reason then, that volunteers are at the heart of these advocacy groups.

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Double the Donation

OCTOBER 31, 2023

With a whopping 85% of employees actively disengaged at the workplace, implementing intentional engagement programs is crucial for ensuring your company’s success. And, you can reap the benefits of having an engaged workforce while making a difference in your community and attracting customers by integrating corporate social responsibility (CSR) into your company culture.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Nonprofit storytelling remains a timeless and powerful tool for connecting with potential donors. As we gear up for GivingTuesday, the perfect opportunity to engage supporters and boost fundraising efforts, it’s crucial to refine your narrative strategy. Let’s dive into the art of creating compelling stories that resonate and inspire action.

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Library Grants

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Deadline: November 10, 2023, 5pm Eastern The American Astronomical Society (AAS) Solar Eclipse Task Force's Jay M. Pasachoff Solar Eclipse Mini-Grants Program invites proposals for small grants to fund programs, activities, and events that will engage the public with the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse across North America. 20 to 30 mini-grants will be awarded in the range of $1,000 to $5,000 and a smaller number of awards in the augmented range of $5,001 to $20,000.

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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 31, 2023

When running a nonprofit, grants are a crucial fundraising strategy. But not all grants are created equal, and general operating grants can truly make a difference in helping nonprofits thrive. Here are some of the best ways you can find them.

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Library Grants

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Deadline: December 19, 2023 Save America's Treasures is a National Park Service grant program in collaboration with the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Humanities. This grant program supports preserving nationally significant historic properties and collections and requires a dollar-for-dollar match.

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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In this post, we explore what a grant calendar is, how to create a template for yourself in managing your grants, and how to use Instrumentl as your ultimate grant calendar.

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