Tue.Aug 22, 2023

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Are you as tired as I am?

Hands-On Fundraising

I’m tired. I’m not sure if it’s a response to the last few years, or if I’m just busier than usual. But lately, I’ve just been finding myself wanting to crawl under the covers and hide for a while. (With a good book, of course.) I realized, too, that my fatigue is affecting my ability […] The post Are you as tired as I am? appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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What to include in your letter of inquiry (LOI)

Professional Grant Writers

A letter of inquiry (LOI) is often the first step to opening a conversation with a grantmaker and — hopefully — receiving funding. The post What to include in your letter of inquiry (LOI) appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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BMWL Forms New Team to Represent Nonprofits in IRS Employee Retention Credit Audits

NonProfit PRO

Batts Morrison Wales & Lee's managing partner Mike Batts announced the formation of a special team to represent nonprofits in IRS audits of Employee Retention Credit claims. Batts appointed appropriately experienced members of the firm to the team.

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AI at Candid: Powering technology to support the sector’s lasting success

Candid

It feels like 2023 has become the year of generative artificial intelligence (AI). When ChatGPT launched late last year, it widely became an instant sensation for its uncanny abilities to produce human-like text. Generative AI products, such as ChatGPT, are examples of a branch of AI called machine learning, which is concerned with learning from data to surface trends and predictions.

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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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Maximizing Online Fundraising: 7 Tips for Engaging Donors in the Digital Age

NonProfit PRO

In the ever-evolving digital landscape, online fundraising has become a powerful tool for nonprofits and charitable organizations to raise funds, connect with donors, and make a significant impact. Here are some tips and strategies for engaging donors in the digital age, and how to maximize online fundraising success.

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Engaging Networks Welcomes International Nonprofit Leaders to Flagship Community Conference

NonProfit PRO

Engaging Networks announced the Engaging Networks Community Conference, set to take place in Washington, D.C., on Sept. 11-12, 2023. This event will bring together professionals and thought leaders from the nonprofit sector to discuss strategies and technologies that drive engagement and empower positive change.

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Following up IS fundraising

The Fundraising Coach

A few weeks ago, I heard that 65% – 70% of sales happen during the follow up phase. 65% – 70%! The person sharing this information said that most business owners get stuck chasing the “cream,” just looking for the three people out of ten who are easy to sell to. Even though the majority of sales is in the additional ten, they ignore them.

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OneCause Introduces Auction AI to Boost Nonprofit Fundraising Event Success

NonProfit PRO

OneCause announced Auction AI, a toolset that leverages the power of artificial intelligence to change giving through donor personalization and choice, increase fundraising revenue, and save nonprofits time during event setup. Auction AI will help curate personalized recommendations for auction packages.

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Part Stock Fund, Part Donor-Advised Fund: A Bid for Young Donors

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Acquisition by ratings giant Charity Navigator promotes giving to causes, not individual nonprofits. By Drew Lindsay Acquisition by ratings giant Charity Navigator promotes giving to causes, not individual nonprofits.

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10 Tips for Successful Grant Writing

Red Tape Busters

Are you looking to score a grant for your non-profit organization? Winning a grant can mean the difference between your program succeeding or shutting down. The process of writing a grant can be daunting, but with these 10 tips, you can make the process a little easier and increase your chances of success. 1. Define Your Goals Setting goals is an important first step in successful grant writing submissions.

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Fireside Chat: Fundraising and AI with Shawn Olds, CEO of boodleAI

Grants4Good

Is AI technology accessible and affordable for smaller nonprofits? Can AI help us build stronger and genuine relationships with donors? Will it level the playing field for historically underfunded organizations, such as those led by people of color? What about privacy and data security? Join me for a 30-minute fireside chat with Shawn Olds, CEO of boodleAI, to talk in depth about how AI can help fundraisers, grant pros, and nonprofit professionals.

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Disrupting the Development Hierarchy

Grant Professionals Association

“Where do you think we should put this session on grant writing?” Don't say it. Don’t say it. Don’t say it. Ten minutes into the Zoom call dedicated to planning our upcoming conference for nonprofits, the chair of the professional board on which I had served for 3 years was leading the process of organizing breakout sessions into three tracks: beginner, intermediate, and advanced.