Thu.Aug 22, 2024

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Do Something Clairity Click-it: Nonprofit Links + Free Resources

Clairification

Let’s get right to this week’s collection of free resources! If you poke around this issue of the Clairity Click-it, I’m sure you’ll find something to help you DO SOMETHING positive to change the world — at least in your little corner of it. Or something provocative to fuel your thinking around what your might do differently to more effectively engage your constituents.

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By Overlooking Women, Nonprofits Are Leaving Billions on the Table

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Melinda French Gates and MacKenzie Scott have become two of the biggest donors in the country. More women could join their ranks as they inherit large fortunes. By Stephanie Beasley Getty Images Melinda French Gates and MacKenzie Scott have become two of the biggest donors in the country. More women could join their ranks as they inherit large fortunes.

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Why your fundraising is boring

Future Fundraising Now

Your fundraising is boring because you’re spending your time explaining, not inspiring. You’re working from the assumption that if you can make people understand how your programs work, they’ll be compelled to donate. It doesn’t work that way. People don’t want or need instruction on your programs. They need to be inspired to change the world.

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20+ Nonprofit Fall Fundraising Ideas to Inspire Generosity

OneCause

This guest post was contributed by Wild Apricot. What comes to mind when you think of fall? Many think of Halloween, apple orchards, back to school season… and everything pumpkin-spiced themed. However, for nonprofits, fall also brings about a whole new array of seasonal fundraising opportunities! It’s time to start planning your fall fundraising calendar.

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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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Gala and Auction Success: Revenue Enhancers You Need to Know

NonProfit PRO

Learn from the experts in this highly anticipated session. Take your live/silent auctions and galas to the next level with these simple, yet entertaining revenue enhancers designed to increase guest engagement and enjoyment while helping you raise more. Identify techniques for streamlining pre, during, and post event operations to never again worry about missing a beat.

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Ready to Sign Up for a GrantWatch Library License?

GrantNews

If you are a library and you haven’t signed up for a GrantWatch Library License , you may be missing out on valuable resources for not only your staff but also the patrons who visit your library. Public and school libraries can greatly benefit from providing access to grants. Offering grant information at your library enriches your resources and enhances your ability to serve your community.

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10 tips for successful GivingTuesday social media.

amplifi

Guest blog by Megan Allison, Qgiv. GivingTuesday is an incredible opportunity for your organization to rally support and raise vital funds. But how do you cut through the noise and capture the attention of potential donors? The answer lies in harnessing the power of social media. Why is social media important for GivingTuesday? Social media offers a unique platform to reach a vast audience quickly and effectively.

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What does racial equity look like in lean foundations?

Candid

Advancing racial equity has become a critical imperative for philanthropies aiming to make a meaningful impact. As part of that shift, many funders are looking to ensure their staff, leadership, and board reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of their communities. For foundations with few or no staff, ensuring equitable representation and implementing racial equity practices can be both a complex and critical endeavor.

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Insights from Grantees: A CEP Blog Series

Center for Effective Philanthropy

Funders have used CEP’s Grantee Perception Report to gather candid, comparative feedback from their grantees for more than two decades. In addition to sharing confidential reports with individual funders to […] The post Insights from Grantees: A CEP Blog Series appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Boost Your Giving Season: 6 Ways to Deepen Corporate Partnerships

NonProfit PRO

Corporate partnerships are essential for nonprofits. Here are six key ways to engage corporate relationships for giving season.

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Latest sector news

Strategic Grants

Looking for the latest sector news? Catch up on what’s happening across the world of funding, philanthropy, and research with the latest updates from Team SG’s busy research team. The research team at Strategic Grants spend hundreds of hours every month reviewing newsletters, funder sites, LinkedIn and many other resources to find funding and grants to enter and update in the Grants Expertise Management System (GEMS) for our for-purpose clients.

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Want To Win a Grant? Hire a Professional Grant Writer Now!

Grant Writer Team

Have you ever applied for grant funding and been rejected? Does your organization need funding, but you don’t have the time to write a grant application? If you answered yes to either question, you’re not alone. The grant application process can be challenging, and learning how to make your proposal stand out takes years of practice. With funders receiving high volumes of applications, the competition is fierce.

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Data Paradigm and WellSky Announce Collaboration

NonProfit PRO

Data Paradigm announces its collaboration with WellSky, a health and community care technology and services company, to streamline operations and improve efficiencies for nonprofits across North America.

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Heightened Institutional Mistrust May Have Trickle-Down Impact

The NonProfit Times

A good cause, or even a well-established name, are no longer enough to allay donors’ funding hesitancy: One third of potential donors have a difficult time picking between nonprofits within a specific sector. A panel of more than 2,100 adult survey respondents in the United States were asked to evaluate seven accountability aspects nonprofits could demonstrate.

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Key Things to Track with a Grant Management Software

Fluxx

One thing that does become quite bothersome most of the time in the complex world of grants is keeping track of and managing a whole lot of information associated with applying for grants, funding, and compliance. Strong grant management software can make a lot of good happen on the basis of providing efficiency, accuracy, and compliance through its features.

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Using AI: Finding & Approaching Funders ft. Margit Brazda Poirier | Instrumentl Workshop | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Explore how AI can revolutionize your grant-seeking strategy in this session with Margit Brazda Poirier. Learn to find top funding sources, utilize AI shortcuts for efficiency, and build stronger funder relationships. Discover actionable insights for boosting your grant efforts.

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Quick Guide to Fundraising Invitations with Free Templates

Qgiv

Promote your event with fundraising invitation ideas! When it comes to planning a fundraising event, the success of your event often hinges on how well you can get the word out. Your fundraising invitations often serve as an important touchpoint for potential attendees. Creating a compelling invitation is the first step to drawing a crowd and ensuring your event is well-attended.

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Lessons From Debby: 5 Things Before Severe Weather Hits

The NonProfit Times

Hurricane Debby left downtowns from Savannah, Georgia to Annapolis, Maryland under water as it came ashore and stayed like an unwanted relative who won’t leave your home after a couple of days stretched into a couple of weeks. Severe weather season is underway and forecasts indicate a more intense hurricane season this year. To address the most common severe weather questions, we spoke with experts from Church Mutual, President – Subsidiaries and Chief Underwriting Officer Pam Rushing and Assist

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I am ADMIN

Fundraising HayDay

What two things are necessary for a sustainable nonprofit? Fundraising and administration. What two things are nonprofits often judged for spending money on? Fundraising and administration. Programs serve people, but you cannot have programs without funding and staff. Nonprofits need oversight. They require finance personnel, fundraisers, executive directors, and more.

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From Survey to Solutions: Insights from the Ethical Storytelling Report ft. Carly Euler | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

Discover insights from the 2023 Ethical Storytelling Report in this webinar with Carly Euler. Learn how to ethically gather and share sensitive stories, incorporating trauma-informed practices and consent, based on expert feedback and survey results from the nonprofit sector.

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Is Your Donor Prospect Pipeline Ready? Capital Campaign Checklist 

Gail Perry Group

Ready to turn your campaign goals into reality? Don’t navigate the complexities alone. The Gail Perry Group offers free strategy calls with our experienced consultants. Reach out to capitalcampaigns@gailperry.com to schedule your call today!

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Ensuring The Right To Online Free Association

The NonProfit Times

By Stephen Jackson From supporting a local museum to responding to climate change to aiding people in the midst of a health crisis, nonprofit staff turn time and attention to a variety of issues, working on them in creative and hyperlocal ways. They also play a critical role in holding open spaces where individuals can gather and respond to issues in their communities, and much of this takes place online.