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How do you connect with donors? Show more.

Hands-On Fundraising

There is no faster way into our brains than an image. As Peter Temple explains in this post, “We don’t see words as a series of letters. We see them as pictures.” He goes on to say that our brains read words as a series of images. We’re able to quickly (milliseconds) put them together when […] The post How do you connect with donors? Show more. appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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If You Want Better Donor Engagement, Practice The 5 C’s of Good Nonprofit Communication

Ann Green's Nonprofit

Are you having trouble with your donor engagement? If you answered yes, it may be because your communication is well, just meh. The remedy I like to recommend is the 5 C’s of good nonprofit communication. Keep these in mind when you’re writing a fundraising appeal, thank you letter, update, or any type of donor communication. Is it Clear? What is your intention?

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How Ford's Darren Walker Reimagined Philanthropy and Foundation Leadership

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Walker redirected the foundation to focus entirely on inequality and engineered ambitious collaborations on issues like Detroit's bankruptcy. He will retire in 2025. By Alex Daniels Nate Langston Palmer, The New York Times, Redux Darren Walker, the president of the Ford Foundation, broke the mold of big philanthropy leaders by virtue of his identity as a gay Black man and ambitious grant making.

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Pet Fire Safety – Reduce Fire Risks for You and Your Pet

GrantNews

Ever considered Pet Fire Safety? Now, you may think that this is exclusively about ways to keep your pets safe from fire. And, while our family’s safety during a fire is the top priority (and yes, that includes our furry friends), there is a second issue that also deserves our attention: taking necessary steps to minimize the risk of pets causing a fire.

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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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My Nonprofit Was Ghosted by MacKenzie Scott. It Still Haunts Me.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Left in the dark about where it went wrong, the author's organization has become an underdog in its field as those who received Scott gifts flourish. Anonymous iStockphoto Left in the dark about where it went wrong, the author's organization has become an underdog in its field as those who received Scott gifts flourish.

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Project 2025,’ a Conservative Plan, Would Overhaul U.S. Public Policy and Government

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

It would prioritize energy production over environmental and climate-change concerns, reject the idea of abortion as health care, criminalize pornography, and eliminate or restructure countless government agencies. By Zachary Albert It would prioritize energy production over environmental and climate-change concerns, reject the idea of abortion as health care, criminalize pornography, and eliminate or restructure countless government agencies.

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The Best Route to Approaching Donors: Hand-Head-Heart

Blue Avocado

This Article is Certified Gold Avocado Gold never goes out of style — and neither does good advice. The Gold Avocado series showcases some of the very best content that Blue Avocado has for nonprofit leaders, based on overall popularity, reader response, and quality. Appropriately authored by Paula Golden and originally published in 2018, this Gold Avocado article explains how nonprofits can better engage potential donors by taking the time to consider and articulate how supporting the mission b

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The Annual Campaign Versus Major Gifts Mindset: Navigating the Shift

NonProfit PRO

Annual campaigns and major gift fundraising both rely on building relationships with donors. Here's the distinction between the two.

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How AI is Transforming Donor Engagement: 5 Considerations

Soapbox Exchange

In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit fundraising, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how organizations engage with their donors. From enhancing personalization to streamlining interactions, AI offers opportunities for nonprofits to build stronger, more meaningful relationships with their supporters without creating additional overhead for nonprofit staff.

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Case Manager Burnout: Latest Statistics & How to Fight It

re:Charity

Whether you work with children, underserved populations, healthcare patients, or others in need, case management is a highly rewarding job. Case managers often get to know their clients personally as they work. The post Case Manager Burnout: Latest Statistics & How to Fight It appeared first on re: charity.

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How to ask donors at all giving levels the right amount

Future Fundraising Now

One of the quickest ways to make sure a would be donor doesn’t give is to ask them to do something so big they can’t possibly do it: “We need $17 million to build the new wing of the museum.” For all but a very small group of donors, the answer will be, “Good luck with that!” It’s almost as harmful to ask a donor to do something too small. That is likely uninspiring, and looks like you assume they’re stingy: “We need $2 to fill the paper-towel dispenser in the 3rd floor mens’ room.

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Thinking differently about how to increase event donations

GiveSmart

For some organizations, event fundraising is a primary source of revenue throughout the year. If this is true for you, GiveSmart can help you maximize every gathering you host through our pledging strategies. 5 tips for enhancing event fundraising At GiveSmart, we have experience with the inner workings of fundraising and what it takes for guests to donate.

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How AI is Transforming Donor Engagement: 5 Considerations

Soapbox Exchange

Managing members and donors effectively is crucial for the success of nonprofits and member-based organizations. Traction Rec is a member management solution built on top of Salesforce. Combined with Soapbox Engage ’s Salesforce-integrated online fundraising tools, Traction Rec offers a powerful solution to streamline donor and member management processes.

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Is your ED ready to fundraise? 2 tests

Tom Ahern

File under: The prospect next door Pretending to be a donor prospect As I pushed open the door to the Seven Stars Bakery , I triggered the stopwatch on my phone. This would be test #1 of an executive director's readiness to fundraise from individuals (as opposed to governments or big foundations). Eleven minutes later he flunked test #1. I clicked off my stopwatch and held up a finger, signaling a need to interrupt.

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How to Build a Grant Timeline: Never Miss Out on Funding | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Explore the importance of a comprehensive grant timeline, provide practical steps to help you plan grant activities, and explain how Instrumentl can assist in organizing and tracking these essential tasks.

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DoJiggy Integrates Fundraising Platform with PayPal

DoJiggy

We are excited to announce that we have added PayPal as a new payment processing option on our online and virtual fundraising platform. This collaboration offers a trusted solution for accepting online payments that many organizations have been asking for. What We’ll Cover Benefits of Accepting PayPal PayPal Online Card Processing Fees How To Activate PayPal in Your DoJiggy Account Conclusions We have always supported PayPal on our Golf Pro software , and many customers have asked us to im

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Darren Walker To Leave Ford Foundation

The NonProfit Times

Ford Foundation President Darren Walker announced he will step down from the position by the end of 2025, ending a 12-year run at the helm of the $16.8 billion foundation. Walker’s innovations include a first-ever $1 billion social bond by a foundation to bolster and strengthen nonprofits during the Covid-19 crisis. He also conceived of and organized a consortium of foundations to launch America’s Cultural Treasures , a $300-million fund to help sustain cultural institutions during the pandemi

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Nonprofit burnout stats and how to avoid it

GiveSmart

Burnout is a familiar concept in many industries, but the nonprofit sector must contend with burnout in a uniquely challenging landscape. The emotional demands of the work and a lack of resources can make burnout especially prevalent for these organizations trying to make a difference. Burnout itself can hurt productivity and well-being and cause workers to leave, further increasing the workload on the remaining team members.

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What is the Best Funding for Nonprofit Organizations? | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Understanding the benefits and drawbacks of 9 types of funding will enhance your financial management and help you set more informed goals for the future.

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MindEdge Learning Launches Nonprofit Skills Certificate in Strategic Planning

NonProfit PRO

MindEdge Learning launched certificate program to help learners develop and implement strategic plans to advance their nonprofit's mission.

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Pros and Cons of Grant Funded Positions | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Is the value of expanding capacity worth the challenge of longer-term sustainability? Let's explore the Pros and Cons of Grant Funded Positions.

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Master Nonprofit Financial Statements

DoJiggy

For nonprofit organizations, financial transparency is not just a regulatory requirement—it’s a cornerstone of trust and efficiency. Effective financial management helps nonprofits demonstrate their commitment to their mission and builds confidence among donors, grantmakers, and other stakeholders. The best way to do this? Through accurate nonprofit financial statements.

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Grant Process Checklist: Pre and Post Award | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Explore the outline of each key step from initial research to final reporting, offering detailed guidance, related resources, and best practices throughout each stage.

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Supporting nonpartisan voter engagement to build a more inclusive democracy 

Candid

With the 2024 elections fast approaching, once again, we’re seeing disparities in who votes and who doesn’t. These gaps distort our democratic process and the policy debates that flow from it. To address these challenges, many philanthropic and nonprofit organizations are embracing their nonpartisan role in the voter engagement space to help build a more inclusive democracy where all voices are heard.

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