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Arts fundraising – why donor experiences are your superpower

Hands-On Fundraising

Art – in all its forms – is meant to move us. And it’s meant to be experienced – to create a reaction that is body and soul deep. Donor experience matters – a lot – to every nonprofit that needs donors. But arts fundraisers have an advantage. Their mission is an experience. If yours […] The post Arts fundraising – why donor experiences are your superpower appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Art + Activism = Change. But It's a Formula Philanthropy Largely Ignores.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Shifting cultural attitudes is the key to lasting social change. That’s why grant makers need to encourage and support alliances between artists and advocates. By Ken Grossinger Shifting cultural attitudes is the key to lasting social change. That’s why grant makers need to encourage and support alliances between artists and advocates.

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5 Actions to End the Year Strong

Blackbaud

You’re rounding the corner on end-of-year giving and are hopefully already seeing the fruits of your effort! With campaigns launched, events planned, and donations coming in, now is the time to focus on these last 5 actions to make sure that 2023 is your best fundraising year to date! 1. Make sure you process sustainer gifts before December 29th! The end of the year falls on a weekend this year, so you’ll want to be proactive in processing any sustainer gifts that may come in at the last minute

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Open Society Foundations Commits $50 Million to Women and Youth Groups' Work on Democracy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The money will support nonprofits working on a wide range of issues impacting these groups, including reproductive justice, climate change, voting, and gun safety. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Ronald Zak/AP Billionaire investor George Soros founded Open Society Foundations. The money will support nonprofits working on a wide range of issues impacting these groups, including reproductive justice, climate change, voting, and gun safety.

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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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The Power of Trust-Based Philanthropy for Black Women Leaders

Center for Effective Philanthropy

The post The Power of Trust-Based Philanthropy for Black Women Leaders appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Crafting A Great Thank-You Donation Letter

Greater Giving

A Great Thank You Letter Can Unlock the Power of Gratitude During the season of giving, expressing gratitude becomes even more essential. As we embark on this journey of generosity, it’s crucial to acknowledge the heart of giving—saying thank you. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the art of crafting the perfect thank-you donation letter and explore its significance in fostering lasting connections with your donors.

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3 Year-End Content Marketing Strategies for Your Nonprofit

Soapbox Exchange

The end of the year is one of the most lucrative times for nonprofits. In fact, it’s estimated that 30% of annual giving takes place in December and 12% of all giving occurs in the last three days of the year. However, with so many nonprofits competing for donations at the end of the year, it can be challenging to show that your organization is worthy of donors’ support.

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How the GPA Code of Ethics Gave Me the Confidence to Specialize as a New Grant Consultant

Grant Professionals Association

In early 2023, I was considering a career-altering decision that felt scary and risky. My options were: Should I resign from my full-time job as a nonprofit employee and start consulting full-time? Or should I stay at my job or look for a full-time job at a different organization? After several months of reflecting on my values and goals, crunching numbers, watching every GPA consulting webinar available, and asking for guidance from trusted peers and family, I decided to take a risk and become

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YMCA of Greater Kansas City (Linwood Y) Receives $50,000 Grant from T-Mobile HQ Giving Program

Assel Grant Services

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City (Linwood Y) recently received a grant for $50,000 from the T-Mobile HQ Giving Program to address the digital divide. The YMCA will utilize funding to enhance and expand access to technology and digital skill acquisition through the Linwood Tech Center. The grant enables the YMCA to serve as a vital resource for the community, offering a Tech Center open to teens during youth programming and to adult Y members needing internet access and digital literacy skills.

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Readers Make Better Grant Writers

Grant Professionals Association

My daughter is a freshman in high school and is currently doing her best to avoid reading Bram Stoker’s Dracula. She is not a fan of reading on a good day, and this selection could not be further from her choice of novels. Over dinner I hear complaints of boring writing, long chapters, and words that make no sense to her. I will admit: I feel her pain.

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What Is an RFP and How Is It Best Used to Apply for Grants?

GrantNews

A Request for Proposal or RFP is a preliminary step in the grant application process. In essence an RFP is a solicitation released by a funding agency who has money to donate to a good cause. The RFP identifies the best candidates to apply for a grant. And the best part? The RFP process is just as valuable – if not more so – to a potential grant seeker.

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Why GMS? Making the Case

AmpliFund

If you're managing grant funds in spreadsheets and keeping track of program progress and expenditures with documents and emails, you're likely keenly aware of the inherent risks and administrative headaches. You may already recognize that grant management software (GMS) can address these and contribute numerous other benefits. However, like many of your grant management peers across agencies, departments, and organizations big and small, you probably need to convince others in order to get buy-i

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How to Start a Nonprofit with No Money

DoJiggy

Starting a nonprofit organization can be as daunting as it is inspiring, especially when funds are scarce. But with determination and strategic planning, your passion project can take off without a financial launching pad. In this blog, we’ll explain how you can harness the power of fundraising on a small budget, particularly with DoJiggy’s fundraising platform, to start your nonprofit journey.

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Donor-advised funds: What DAFs’ popularity may mean for philanthropy 

Candid

Even if you don’t follow the news in philanthropy daily, you are likely to have heard about donor-advised funds (DAFs). After all, they are playing an increasingly significant role in how people in the U.S. formalize and distribute their charitable giving. As more donors embrace DAFs, it’s important to understand what they are, why they’re on the rise, and how this growing trend may affect fundraising and sector-wide issues, such as funding transparency, accountability, access, and equity.

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3 Top Text-to-Give Tips for Successful School Fundraising

Big Fundraising Ideas

How to Use Text-to-Give in Your School’s Fundraising Plan Incorporate text-to-give into your fundraising strategy using these top 3 tips. If your school is short on textbooks or needs more funds to afford your annual field trip to the local museum, a fundraising campaign can help. Fundraising unites your entire community around improving your school, helping you secure extra revenue to power your extracurricular experiences, academic programs, and more.

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3 Tips for Marketing Your Organization on a Limited Budget

Ann Green's Nonprofit

Marketing your organization on a budget is easy when you know the right strategies and tools to use. Explore these top tips to step up your marketing strategy. B y Olivia Mode-Cater Picture this: your organization is about to host another fundraising event. You’ve assembled a fundraising team, booked a venue, and put together the perfect program agenda.

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Facilitation: The Secret Ingredient for Successful Participatory Decision-Making in Philanthropy

Blackbaud

Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a bad experience working with a group of people to make a decision. Most of us have. Maybe it was a work task force, a school committee, or family members. And things go wrong: roles aren’t clear, timelines extend, or people disagree. Most groups of people do not self-manage well. Group decision-making is especially fraught, perhaps because it brings up issues of power and control.