Mon.Sep 25, 2023

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Top Strategies to Leverage Your Nonprofit’s Secret Advantage -1

Clairification

If you’re a small to medium-sized organization or movement, especially if you’re local, you’ve got an unfair advantage over your larger compatriots in the social benefit sector. Perhaps you’ve never looked at it this way. Perhaps you fret about not being able to compete with the behemoths. Perhaps you’ve been waiting to hire a major gifts officer who’ll have time to get out in the field and do nothing but meet with prospective donors face-to-face.

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7 Questions Nonprofits Have About A.I., Answered

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Will A.I. take my job? If I don't use it, will I fall behind? Experts explain how A.I. is changing nonprofits. By Sara Herschander Getty Images A.I. is quickly changing the way we live and work — and nonprofits are no exception. Here's what you need to know to get started.

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Ditch the Donor Pyramid for the Loyalty Loop

NonProfit PRO

The donor pyramid and donor funnel have long been the ultimate fundraising strategy. Though the nonprofit sector may desire a better method, these relied upon tactics are still used today. Here’s a look at what another method, the loyalty loop, entails.

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Lawyer Gives $20 Million So Low-Income Law Students Can Avoid Enormous Debt

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Aviation lawyer John Hoyns hopes his gift will help students from low-income families avoid the stress of worrying about money. By Maria Di Mento Plus, Stetson University received a $15.4 million bequest from a longtime supporter for scholarships and to endow its music school, and four other nonprofits received multimillion dollar donations.

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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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An Overview of Today’s Nonprofit Technology Marketplace

NonProfit PRO

The nonprofit technology marketplace is growing and evolving, which can make it challenging to keep up with what’s available. So, let’s look at an overview of today’s nonprofit technology marketplace.

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Charity Navigator Announces Methodology Update, Enhances Nonprofit Evaluations

NonProfit PRO

Charity Navigator announced its Fall Ratings Methodology Update that will give donors a more holistic and nuanced view of nonprofit effectiveness. With the inclusion of new data, Charity Navigator has now rated a total of 209,503 charities, the most in the organization's history.

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[Webinar] Design for Engagement: Explore CauseVox’s New Site Editor

CauseVox

Your fundraising site’s design is more than just aesthetics—it’s the gateway to effective fundraising. A strategically branded and story-focused fundraising site can transform a simple visitor into a lifelong passionate donor. In fact, 76% of donors are more likely to donate on a page or site that reflects a compelling brand identity. Join us for an exciting webinar to explore how to craft custom, stunning fundraising pages and websites that compel your supporters to take action!

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New Global Climate Restoration Fund Announces First Grant Cycle

NonProfit PRO

The new Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund (CIEIF) began operations Sept. 6, with the goal of helping kickstart new approaches to restoring Earth’s climate in the face of rapid deterioration. CIEIF is taking applications through Nov. 1 for three awards of $50,000 each.

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A Practical Process Guide to Getting and Keeping Your Volunteers

Blue Avocado

This comprehensive guide provides some best practices to effectively manage your volunteers, from recruiting to appreciation, that will help you keep them engaged and your organization thriving. The post A Practical Process Guide to Getting and Keeping Your Volunteers appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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AGCO Agriculture Foundation Launches Call for Applications for Grant

NonProfit PRO

AGCO Agriculture Foundation announced the launch of its refined Call for Applications for Grant 2023 for the advancement of quality education, research, and innovation in agriculture. The Foundation invites nonprofits and institutions registered as charitable or nonprofit organizations to apply for grant funding.

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Experts Weigh In: The Basics and Benefits of Using A.I.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Lisa Schohl Getty Images Key steps to take, and questions to consider, when adopting an A.I. tool at your nonprofit.

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Veris Wealth Partners Publishes Report on Investing In Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

NonProfit PRO

Veris Wealth Partners released a report on multi-asset-class investing in support of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). Veris also detailed an original DEIB framework the firm has developed and implemented for use in its selection of third-party asset managers.

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Ignore My Preferences – Plan to Fail

Veritus Group

If you ignore your donor's preferences, they will more than likely leave your organization to find a more welcoming place to give their money. The post Ignore My Preferences – Plan to Fail appeared first on Veritus Group.

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How to survive government funding uncertainty, and thrive 

Strategic Grants

Everyone’s favourite fictional dinner party guest Albert Einstein apparently once said, “Energy cannot be created or destroyed, it can only be changed from one form to another.” And while it’s unlikely Albert spent much time pondering the challenges facing Australia’s not-for-profits, if you replace “energy” with “money” (specifically government funding), his quote still applies.

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Thinking Like a Reviewer: Incorporating Objective Review Into the Grant Writing Process

Grant Professionals Association

A few years ago, after starting my career as a grant writer, I received an email from a state agency inviting me to volunteer as a peer reviewer for one of their annual grant cycles. The experience of sitting on the other side of the table was eye-opening. I now regularly sit on panels as a piece of my ongoing professional development. While participating, I continually ask myself how I can incorporate objective review into my own writing process.

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How to Implement and Use a Donor Management Platform: Building a Donor Database

GiveSmart

Keeping track of donor information allows you to make better decisions within your organization, such as how you can continue to engage your existing donors and target new donors. A quality donor database will help you easily manage information and understand the specifics of each donor, allowing you to create campaigns that inspire and encourage their continued support.

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Booster Expands Outreach for the 2023-2024 School Year

Booster

Read about how Booster is expanding its fundraising service offerings, extending its scope to cover high schools and preparing for the 2023-2024 school year.