Wild Apricot

JULY 25, 2024

Donor relationships are at the heart of every nonprofit. Take our quiz to evaluate your organization’s relationships and learn how to make them stronger.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 25, 2024

A Gates Foundation official calls for investments in the tools and technology that enable giving, for 'flexible capital to experiment and invest in relational fundraising,' and more By Andrew Dunckelman Getty Images In the wake of recent news that individual giving to charities slipped again last year, commentators have examined root causes and put forward creative solutions, yet one source of influence deserves greater focus: institutional philanthropy.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 25, 2024

Well-Read Mom is able to achieve their mission of bringing women together to grow through good books with WildApricot's Text Messaging System

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 25, 2024

A study found that the more DEI strategies nonprofits employed, the more likely employees were to say they planned to stay in their jobs for the next three years. By Jim Rendon Getty Images A study found that the more DEI strategies nonprofits employed, the more likely employees were to say they planned to stay in their jobs for the next three years.

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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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GrantNews

JULY 25, 2024

Parenting Gifted Children. On the face of it, one might think that it’s no big deal parenting gifted children since they probably ‘know all the answers’ to the questions being asked of students at their grade level. But you might want to re-think that perception once you find out the ‘real truth’ about what parenting Gifted Children is all about.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2024

Looking to boost donor retention? Leveraging data is one of the most effective ways to do this. Here's how to get started.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 25, 2024

This giving season will finish off a complicated year. Experts share nine ways to build a strong campaign despite the challenges — and hit annual revenue goals. By M.J. Prest iStockphoto This giving season will finish off a complicated year. Experts share nine ways to build a strong campaign despite the challenges — and hit annual revenue goals.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2024

There are only a few days until BridgeTECH! Registration is filling up fast, so be sure to save your spot so you can maximize your impact.

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JULY 25, 2024

Let’s be real. No one is perfect. So, when was the last time you did some soul-searching and asked, “What fundraising communications mistakes are we making, and how do we fix them?” Whether you’re new to fundraising or have been working at a nonprofit for decades, there’s always room for improvement. After all, we know no two organizations are alike.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2024

Levitate announced a new integration with DonorPerfect to streamline donor engagement and enhance nonprofits' communication capabilities.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 25, 2024

Many nonprofits partner up to step into success. They take the floor boldly. Their ambition? To change the world. After all, it’s why nonprofits exist, right? These organizations often have a specific cause they are passionate about and want to make a difference in their community. Whether it’s helping the homeless, aiding struggling refugees, or building housing for those in need, the thought process is the same.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 25, 2024

Assets of U.S. foundation assets increased by $30 billion, or 2%, to nearly $1.6 trillion during the second quarter of 2024. Year-to-date assets are up nearly $120 billion, or 8%, marking a third consecutive quarterly record. Foundation assets have grown by about 60% during the past five years and have nearly doubled during the past decade. The asset growth has been fueled by a mix of investment returns and incoming contributions, accounting for about 70% and 30% of the increase respectively.

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Future Fundraising Now

JULY 25, 2024

If your fundraising program is nothing but a series of asks, you will struggle to be sustainable. Fundraising becomes profitable as donors give and give again. And they give again a lot more if you thank them well. Here are some ways to improve your thanking, from Clairification, at Donor’s Lament: You Didn’t Thank Me Properly : Begin with something different.

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Greater Giving

JULY 25, 2024

Gold Medal Fundraising: How to Create a World-Class Fundraising Event Just as athletes train rigorously for peak performance, nonprofits must meticulously plan months ahead of time to execute world-class fundraising events. In this blog post, we’ll explore key strategies to transform your fundraising event into a gold medal performance. Preparing for a World-Class Fundraising Event Practice makes perfect.

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HSF House

JULY 25, 2024

My current routine is somewhat unique compared to other students in my program. While most of my peers start their day early, my schedule allows for a different approach that balances my academic, personal, and professional responsibilities effectively. Morning 10:00 AM : I start my day by waking up and checking my phone for any important emails or text messages from the program I am a part of.

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Fundraising HayDay

JULY 25, 2024

In 2023, today’s guest ( Laura Chynoweth ) penned the blog post “Disrupting the Development Hierarchy” in which she spells out why grant writing so often is found at the bottom. Laura , founder and CEO of Grant Fundraising Consultants , joined us to share those reasons and ways in which grant professionals can educate their colleagues and others about the true nature of grant work.

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HSF House

JULY 25, 2024

My routine here in Brazil has been pretty busy, but I really like it! Since the research group I am participating in is at the Rio de Janeiro State University (UERJ), a lot of the work is done on campus, in the Maracanã neighborhood of Rio. This means that I often have to travel to UERJ to work with the other students and our mentor. As I am staying in my hometown of Niterói, which is across the Guanabara Bay from Rio, I often have to travel across the bay in the morning to get to UERJ, either t

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Clairification

JULY 25, 2024

Seth Godin once famously said, “The ideas that spread, win.” Hugh MacLeod of the GapingVoid just reframed this as “The ideas that spread are the ones that become social objects. ” They enable social interaction. If this brings to mind the recent memeification of the Kamala Harris campaign, or Trump’s red MAGA hat, or the amazing lightening-in-a-bottle nonprofit Ice Bucket Challenge, you’re right.

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HSF House

JULY 25, 2024

While in Valencia, Spain, I became more attuned to several structural inequalities, particularly in healthcare access and digital connectivity. In certain neighborhoods, disparities in access to quality healthcare services were noticeable. Residents in lower-income areas often faced longer wait times and had fewer medical facilities. The COVID-19 pandemic further highlighted these disparities, as individuals in these communities were more vulnerable to severe outcomes due to underlying health co

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Grant Consulting Services

JULY 25, 2024

Part IV – Relationships Matter! As Grant Professionals, we know in our hearts that funder relationships matter. In the United States, there are more than 1.6 million registered non-profits. This means more competition for grant funding, so organizations have to stand out from the crowd. One way to do that is by building a relationship with potential funders.

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