The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 21, 2024
Philanthropy will grow an inflation-adjusted 4.2 percent in 2024 and 3.9 percent in 2025, researchers predict. By Emily Haynes and Rasheeda Childress Philanthropy will grow an inflation-adjusted 4.2 percent in 2024 and 3.9 percent in 2025, researchers predict.
Fundraising HayDay
MARCH 21, 2024
During the 2023 #GrantSummit hosted by the Grant Professionals Association, our cohosts interviewed a variety of leaders in the grant field. They shared their experiences, insights, and words of wisdom related to a number of themes ranging from giving back to the profession, leadership, philanthropy, professionalism, volunteering, professional development, and more.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 21, 2024
Proposed federal regulations would provide guidelines for what DAFs can be used for. By Brian Mittendorf Proposed federal regulations would provide guidelines for what DAFs can be used for — but not for how quickly they would need to be distributed.
re:Charity
MARCH 21, 2024
When it comes to really connecting with potential supporters and future advocates, there’s nothing quite like an in-person event. Conferences, exhibits, workshops, and trade shows all give you a chance to. The post Event Lead Retrieval: What It Is and Why It’s Important appeared first on re: charity.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 21, 2024
By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Carlos Osorio/AP photo The Fords are investing in a refurbishment of Michigan Central Station, above, along with their plans to raise $10 million to set up permanent endowments for ten nonprofits in the city. Ten nonprofits serving young people in Detroit will get an unusual, lasting gift as part of a campaign started by Lisa Ford and her husband, Bill Ford, the executive chair of Ford Motor Co.
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Gail Perry Group
MARCH 21, 2024
What’s the board’s role in a capital campaign? This is a question we are asked frequently by board members, nonprofit CEOs and fundraisers alike. We see many nonprofit board members who are unsure and even a bit nervous about an upcoming capital campaign. Often they worry that they’ll be asked to go out and solicit gifts - with no training or preparation.
Blackbaud
MARCH 21, 2024
Have you ever been pulled into a meandering project with no clear direction or goals? Projects like these can drain resources, take more time than necessary, and quickly become your least favorite meeting on your calendar. You can save yourself the pain of a directionless undertaking by creating a project charter. Any major project—such as implementing new fund accounting software—needs a well-developed charter to keep stakeholders focused on the goals and desired outcome.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 21, 2024
PHLYSense is a 24/7 property monitoring and alert solution. Organizations get real-time alerts if water is detected or temperatures reach a hazardous level. The program includes sensors and 24/7 monitoring and support all at no-cost to policyholders with property coverage.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
MARCH 21, 2024
The ways in which funders hear community voices shouldn’t begin and end with just supporting their grantees to listen better.
amplifi
MARCH 21, 2024
It’s March, and there’s no doubt about it… Spring is here! And that means you’re running out of time if you’re still looking for ways to improve your spring appeal strategy. We tried to warn you this day would come up fast! That’s why we published a blog with advice to help you prepare in February. So, we hope you’ve been thinking ahead and proactively planning for your spring fundraising appeal.
Tech Soup
MARCH 21, 2024
Starting today, the TechSoup administrative (admin) fees on select discount and donation offers will be increasing. TechSoup periodically reviews and adjusts admin fees to reflect the current fair market value of products and to support our own costs in managing these programs.
GrantNews
MARCH 21, 2024
Every March we pause and give a well-deserved nod to single parents everywhere. This same month also celebrates your incredible kids and mine. And, it just so happens that both celebrations land on the same day this year. How fortuitous is that?! Traditionally, the American family is supposed to be mom and dad with 2.5 kids, a dog, a house, a yard, and a car.
Aly Sterling Philanthropy
MARCH 21, 2024
Part 2 of our secrets to creating a compelling rationale for support that inspires your donors to give. The post Secrets to creating your best case for support – Part 2 first appeared on Aly Sterling Philanthropy.
Grant Professionals Association
MARCH 21, 2024
According to a 2022 report offered by the Young, Black & Giving Back Institute , over 76% of Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits operate on less than $500,000 per year, with almost one-third operating on just $30,000 a year. In the past five years, there was hope for a significant change. During the aftermath of the George Floyd murder in 2020, according to the Philanthropic Initiative for Racial Equity , funding and financing of racial equity and racial justice totaled over $4 billion
Grant Writer Team
MARCH 21, 2024
Grants are a valuable tool for nonprofits, businesses, and even individuals looking to secure funding. However, did you know that building a grant pipeline is perhaps the best way to increase your chances of being awarded a grant? Grants-seekers who neglect to build a sustainable grant pipeline often miss valuable opportunities by doing so. GrantWriterTeam has the lowdown on how to build a sustainable grant pipeline for your business.
Future Fundraising Now
MARCH 21, 2024
A donor writes a letter to the president of the organization. It’s an articulate critique of what the donor dislikes about their fundraising: It’s simplistic, repetitious, and emotional. What do you do? What do you say? We read an actual letter from a real donor and talk through the right — and wrong — response. There’s a disastrously bad response that many organizations make to letters like this.
Candid
MARCH 21, 2024
At first glance, it would be easy to put a gloomy headline on the Council on Foundations ’ most recent CF Insights field survey tracking trends in community foundations’ 2022 asset growth, giving, and the activity of donor-advised funds (DAFs). After all, according to data gathered from more than 220 community foundations, total assets were down 10% year-over-year.
Booster
MARCH 21, 2024
Each year on March 21st, the world celebrates International Color Day. It’s a day to recognize all of the beautiful and vibrant colors that make up our world, and it’s a perfect opportunity to add a colorful twist to your next school fundraiser! Read on to learn more about this holiday and how you can celebrate it at your school.
OneCause
MARCH 21, 2024
A well-organized golf fundraiser can help you engage donors and maximize earnings. Use this checklist to plan and host the perfect charity golf tournament.
Ann Green's Nonprofit
MARCH 21, 2024
In my last post, I wrote about potential missed opportunities for donor engagement. You may think you’re practicing donor engagement by sending thank you letters and an e-newsletter, but is the content actually engaging? It’s often formulaic and just downright dull. Many nonprofits send all their donors the same appeal and thank you letters. In these letters, they never thank a donor for their past support or acknowledge they’re a monthly donor.
GiveSmart
MARCH 21, 2024
If you’re planning a fundraiser, you’ll need a good budget. A fundraising budget plan is essential to maximizing your profit margins and collecting more funds for your cause. It can help you rein in overspending and understand where your money is going, which also improves planning for your next event. Whether you need a highly detailed budget for your event or just want the broad strokes, these three stages of budget planning for nonprofit organizations can help you get there.
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