Clairification
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Recently, fundraising copywriting and thanking guru, Lisa Sargent , posted a list of “small stuff” it’s absolutely important to sweat. It took me decades – decades! — to learn this on my own in the trenches, and I’d have given anything to have had a mentor like Lisa to clue me in from the get-go. Lucky for you, you won’t have to muddle through on your own.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
By Lisa Schohl iStockphoto Tips from experts that can help you measure results, share them in meaningful and inspiring ways, and avoid common pitfalls.
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GiveSmart
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Crunchy, colorful leaves. Pumpkins. Football. Bonfires. Fall is in the air, and with it comes many opportunities to finish up this calendar year strong. Your fiscal goals are within reach. What is your nonprofit doing to creatively expand your audience and steward your donors with your fall fundraising? We have some ideas (and tools) that can help!
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Timothy Snyder, who has organized fundraisers as part of the country’s war-relief effort, enjoys near-celebrity status in Ukraine. By Derek Gatopoulos And Evgeniy Maloletka, Associated Press Evgeniy Maloletka, AP U.S. historian and author Timothy Snyder signs autographs on his books before a charity run to raise awareness on Ukrainian prisoners of war on September 14.
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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.
The NonProfit Times
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
By Richard H. Levey Are the good times for nonprofit fundraisers, if not back, at least on the horizon? More than four in 10 (46%) who were surveyed said their overall revenue had increased during the past 12 months, while just more than one-third (34%) said their revenue had remained the same. A plurality (44%) indicated they met their revenue goals for the year.
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Candid
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The first-ever DAF Day is coming up on October 10. Do you know how to tap into donor-advised fund (DAF) giving, an increasingly popular way to give, including among younger donors? Here’s what you need to know about the way DAFs work, the benefits and challenges to donors and recipients, and how nonprofits can take advantage of their growth. The basics: What is a donor-advised fund?
Veritus Group
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
September means earlier sunsets and sweater weather; it also means Q4 is coming fast. Get ready with key strategies for this critical time. The post Soaking Up Fall: 5 Donor Strategies You Don’t Want to Forget! appeared first on Veritus Group.
Capital Campaign Pro
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Season 4, Episode 7 In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Sarah Plimpton tackle a common issue in the world of fundraising—campaigns getting “stuck.” Every fundraising campaign experiences ebbs and flows, but the key to success is knowing how to navigate the valleys. Amy and Sarah share actionable strategies to help you get your campaign back […] The post Podcast: Unsticking Your Campaign: Proven Strategies for Overcoming Fundraising Challenges appeared first on Capital Campaign
re:Charity
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
When you think of workplace benefits, you likely envision competitive compensation, paid time off, and health insurance. However, there’s another promising option to consider when crafting a desirable hiring package: The post How to Invest in Professional Development Efficiently appeared first on re: charity.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Emmet Stephenson Jr. and his daughter are giving the money to honor his late wife, Toni Stephenson, who died from pancreatic cancer in 2020. By Maria Di Mento City of Hope Emmet Stephenson Jr. and his daughter, Tessa Stephenson Brand, pledged $150 million to City of Hope to support cancer research. Plus, billionaire businessman and former Florida politician Hyatt Brown gave $150 million for an extensive construction project at Daytona Beach’s Museum of Arts and Sciences, and University of Illino
Soapbox Exchange
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Issue 217 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! Hard to believe we’re nearing the final quarter of the year. Remember to take time to care for yourself this busy fundraising season! In this week’s edition, discover how to create a sustainable operating budget, humanize your data, and secure donor trust. Plus, we’re sharing must-know strategies for the fall giving season!
Instrumentl
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Discover essential skills for mastering financial health, identifying growth signals, and expanding purposefully. Gain confidence in making strategic, data-driven decisions to support your mission and ensure sustainability.
Capital Campaign Pro
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Even if you’ve spent years in the nonprofit world, you might still find the specialized language around campaigns confusing. If you’re wondering whether there’s a difference between a capital campaign and a comprehensive campaign, you’re not alone. Many factors — including the case for support, nature of gifts sought, and counting policies — help define […] The post Capital Campaign, Comprehensive Campaign – What’s the Difference?
Fluxx
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Effective management of government grants requires a software capable of handling all the intricacies and strenuous demands involved in grant management. Federal grants account for 40% of government sources of funding. In this post, you will find some useful tips and tricks on how to choose and optimize government grant management software that best fits your organization to be maximally efficient and compliant.
Booster
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
When it comes to raising significant funds for your school, not all fundraisers are created equal. While there are many ways to engage the community, some strategies consistently outperform the rest in terms of profitability. So what school fundraisers will help you reach those big goals? Read on for the top eight fundraisers that make the most money , plus tips to maximize their impact.
Tom Ahern
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
File under: Selling (i.e., fundraising) well A.I.D.A., the treasured sales formula (not the acclaimed tragic opera by Verdi) Of all the "trade secrets" I've collected over the years, one from the world of advertising stands out as especially useful. I think about it every time I start a project. Heck, I think about it every time I start a paragraph.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
While Millennials and Gen Z donors made financial gifts, both groups also engage in a range of non-financial charitable activities.
Assel Grant Services
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
By now, I hope you are realizing grant management doesn’t have to be a scary web of confusing topics and rules. With this grant management series, I aim to outline some of the commonly seen issues and provide resources to learn more. Check out the previous posts on conflict of interest policies and procedures and time and effort ! recap, the National Grants Management Association (NGMA) defines grant management as “the comprehensive process of overseeing all activities related to a grant.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
AI can make things efficient and effective, but nonprofits need to pay attention to these potential issues to avoid problems.
Blackbaud
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Modern APIs are the secret behind many of the conveniences we enjoy today, from getting weather updates on our phones to ordering food online. They are also a powerful tool for grantmakers who want to quickly and easily tailor their grantmaking system to streamline their processes, save time and resources, and scale with their needs. In this blog post, we’ll explain what modern APIs are, how they work, and how they can help you improve your grantmaking.
The NonProfit Times
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Photo via Virtuous The deals and investments in the nonprofit tech space continue. Virtuous, a responsive fundraising software, announced $100 million growth investment through a funding round led by Susquehanna Growth Equity (SGE), an entrepreneur-centric growth equity firm. With this new capital, Virtuous plans to expand its suite of tools designed for data-driven insights, seamless integrations, and a more personalized approach to fundraising.
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