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Nonprofit Gift Planning: Do You Use the Language of Love?

Clairification

What must you keep top of mind to have meaningful conversations with donors who (you hope!) may contemplate a gift to your organization? I’ve given you a hint within my question. One word: meaningful. And for a conversation to be meaningful, you have to speak in a language that resonates with the other person. And what is it that resonates more strongly than just about any other emotion?

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Donors Less Likely to Give on Smartphones — How Fundraisers Can Combat 'Mobile Giving Gap'

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Charities are losing out by failing to see the importance of adapting their fundraising appeals across device types. By Maria Di Mento Getty Images Charities are losing out by failing to see the importance of adapting their fundraising appeals across device types.

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5 Keys to Building a Resilient Donor Acquisition Program

NonProfit PRO

Donor acquisition is a major challenge for nonprofits this year. Here are five tips for acquiring donors through direct mail campaigns.

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Women’s Olympic Rugby Team and Women Athletes Score Big Gifts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Financier Michele Kang is giving $50 million to advance training for professional women athletes, plus $4 million to support the Olympic medal-winning women's rugby team. By Maria Di Mento USA Rugby Financier and sports team owner Michele Kang announced the $4 million USA Women’s Rugby Sevens pledge shortly after the team won the bronze medal in the Paris Olympics.

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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: Guarding Against Fraud: A Public Service Announcement

Capital Campaign Pro

Season 3, Episode 70 In this eye-opening episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt address the critical issue of rampant fraud that can impact anyone, including nonprofits and individuals. Andrea shares her personal experience of check fraud and offers practical advice on how to prevent it. From using indelible ink pens to the importance of regularly […] The post Podcast: Guarding Against Fraud: A Public Service Announcement appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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Spotlight State: Georgia

GrantNews

Georgia was the last of the 13 original colonies to join what would become the United States. This peachy state has been key to numerous notable historical achievements. For instance, it was the first southern state and the fourth in the nation to ratify the Constitution. Georgia was also a pivotal center of the civil rights movement, led by figures like Martin Luther King, Jr.

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How The Hale Center Maintains their Innovative Edge With WildApricot – Case Study

Wild Apricot

Discover how the Hale Center enhanced operations through WildApricot. Our case study shares valuable insights for organizations looking to optimize their software.

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Grant Funding: What Are the Pros and Cons?

GrantNews

Receiving grant funding can be incredibly rewarding! Grants offer so many benefits. However, there can also be some challenges. So, what are the pros and cons of applying for grants? Of course, the positives far outweigh the negatives, especially with the right resources. With a grant listing service like GrantWatch, you can explore a diverse array of grant funding opportunities, catering to individuals, businesses, and nonprofits alike.

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Market research made easy: 3 tips to maximize nonprofit impact 

Candid

Many nonprofit organizations believe market research is beyond their reach due to lack of staff, budget, and time. But without the solid data market research can provide, nonprofits may make decisions based on assumptions that lead to misaligned strategies and missed opportunities for retaining donors and volunteers and attracting new ones. A market research program, even at a basic level, helps create a 360-degree view of an organization’s strengths and weaknesses, and it doesn’t have to be tim

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Yapla, Cakemail Partner to Change Email Marketing for Nonprofits Worldwide

NonProfit PRO

Yapla and Cakemail partnered to offer "Yapla Newsletters," an integrated email marketing solution specifically designed for nonprofits.

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Everyone Is Trying to Crack the Code

Veritus Group

When it comes to turning transactional donors into transformational donors, there is no crazy new strategy to crack the code. Just hard work. The post Everyone Is Trying to Crack the Code appeared first on Veritus Group.

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Fundraising Weekly - August 6, 2024

Soapbox Exchange

Issue 210 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! I had such a wonderful time at the Bridge Conference last week— it was great to see so much knowledge sharing between fundraising, marketing, and nonprofit professionals. At Soapbox Engage, we’re feeling revitalized and ready to continue serving nonprofits through the technology sector! What conferences are you looking forward to attending this Fall?

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How to Get In-Person Meetings with Donors: 3 Strategies

Capital Campaign Pro

Shared face-to-face experiences build trust, create lasting memories, and provide opportunities to discover common interests. However, technology allows us to accomplish so much that it often becomes our “go-to” option. Of course, a mix of in-person engagement and technology-enabled collaboration, when possible, combines the advantages of both ways of interacting.

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Pinwheel and Double the Donation Release Advanced Matching Gift Functionality in New Partnership

Double the Donation

Double the Donation is excited to announce a new partnership with Pinwheel, increasing the reach and accessibility of integrated matching gift technology. With the integration between 360MatchPro by Double the Donation and Pinwheel’s online fundraising platform, organizations are equipped to make the most of corporate matching gift programs.

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Write to Win: 3 Advanced Strategies to Craft Winning Proposals | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Master advanced grant writing with three strategies to craft persuasive proposals. Learn to enhance your narrative, organize impactful problem statements, and tailor proposals to captivate funders. Unlock the secrets to successful grant applications and elevate your writing skills.

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6 Fall Auction Item Trends and Best Practices to Raise More

OneCause

Auctions are a crucial way for nonprofits to raise funds for their missions. Check out the top 6 trends to make your fall auction a success!

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Get Your Board On Board: 5 Tips to Double Your Funding with Jan Spackman | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Struggling to align your board's priorities with grantseeking? Join Jan Spackman to learn how she doubled funding in a year. Get actionable tips on advocacy, crafting compelling presentations, and equipping your board to support your funding strategy effectively.

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The Mysterious Funder: How to Decode 990s with 7 Expert Tricks | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Unlock the secrets of IRS Form 990s with expert tips on decoding funder information. Learn to anticipate funding trends, identify key decision-makers, and tailor your grant requests strategically. Discover how to gain a detective’s edge in funder analysis.