Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Your email inbox can look downright scary these days. This was especially true during the long U.S. election season. Soon we’ll be bombarded with Cyber Monday and Black Friday ads. And then there’s Giving Tuesday. All of this can be too much, too much, and many of these messages look like spam. In an ideal world Giving Tuesday wouldn’t be associated with political emails and Cyber Monday ads.

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Studies show one-fourth of all charitable giving happens in December. For some organizations (maybe yours?), it’s as much as one-third. Year-end fundraising is not chopped chicken liver! While you absolutely should be using multiple fundraising channels to get best results, right now whatever you’ve got planned for offline is pretty much cooked.

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Tony Martignetti

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Pat Duffy: Accepting Cryptocurrency Gifts Code. Blockchain. Proofs. Wallets. Exchanges. Coins. If foreign words like these keep you from accepting a gift that tens of millions of Gen Z and Millennials invest in and gift, Pat Duffy will set your mind at ease. He defines the terms in plain language and explains why crypto giving belongs … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for November 11, 2024: Accepting Cryptocurrency Gifts → Pat Duffy: Accepting Cryptocurrency Gifts Code.

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Hands-On Fundraising

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

If you’re a fundraiser, part of your calling is spreading gratitude. Does this sound like a familiar exchange? Thank you!” “No, thank YOU!” Saying thank you is an expected part of our social discourse. It smooths the way for simple – and more complex – conversations. Someone holds the door for you, and you say […] The post You can spread a little gratitude and feel happier appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Looking to grow your donor base? Learn how to create a strong donor development strategy that will improve your nonprofit's fundraising!

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The former president discusses the Clinton Global Initiative, his efforts to raise money after disasters like Hurricane Katrina, and the need for continued aid to Haiti. By Glenn Gamboa, Associated Press AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File Former president Bill Clinton’s new book, “Citizen,” details his philanthropic work since leaving the White House. The former president discusses the Clinton Global Initiative, his efforts to raise money after disasters like Hurricane Katrina, and the need for conti

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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

But it’s not easy for you. It’s hard work. Because, inside the mind of a potential donor, many things are working against you. I don’t know enough about you. I can’t make a real difference. I don’t think of myself as a philanthropist. I don’t know how to evaluate one charity against another. I don’t know how much to give. I don’t have time for this.

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Tony Martignetti

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Donald Summers: Scaling Altruism That’s Donald Summers’ new book, where he introduces the seven phases of nonprofit growth derived from his research and practice. He walks us through assess, align, plan, test, fund, execute, and lead, so your nonprofit scales to meet the demands of your mission and vision. He’s the CEO of Altruist Partners. … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for November 11, 2024: Scaling Altruism → Donald Summers: Scaling Altruism That’s Donald Summers’ new book, wh

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Hands-On Fundraising

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Do you want to know what your donors think? Do you want them to know you care what they think? Would you like some interesting information about your donors – including testimonials and suggestions you might never get otherwise? Then you want to try a donor survey I first created a survey years ago. (You […] The post Unlock your impact: try a donor survey today!

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Even small organizations can unlock the benefits of corporate philanthropy. Learn how you can earn support from businesses and boost donation revenue.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Grants for minority women business owners help drive innovation, diversity, and economic growth within our communities! Businesses owned by women and minorities enrich our economy and provide unique perspectives and solutions that reflect the diversity within our society. But, sometimes it can be an uphill battle, and these entrepreneurs often face significant challenges, including limited access to funding, systemic barriers, and underrepresentation in the business world.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Effective financial management is critical for your nonprofit to grow and thrive long-term. Explore four considerations for achieving financial sustainability. By Jon Osterburg If you work for a new nonprofit, your team’s primary goal is probably to get your operations off the ground and start furthering your mission. But once your organization has existed for some time, you’ll likely start considering how to make it thrive long-term.

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Percolate on these ideas; choose 1 – 2 to wake up your year-end campaign! The biggest fundraising time of the year for most nonprofits inexorably approaches. It can be stressful. Don’t succumb to the stress. You’ve got this! Perhaps you can’t do everything you’d like to do this year, but you can do some things. Some you can do on your own.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Quick Definition Online fundraising is the process of raising donations for a cause, project, or organization through digital platforms such as websites, social media apps, and email campaigns. Online fundraising has become a popular option for organizations since it allows access to a wider donor base that can support their mission regardless of location.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Partnerships between nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies to boost workplace volunteering and community impact can create significant value for both parties. They help amplify the nonprofits’ voice, reach, and resources to advance their mission while strengthening corporate employees’ community engagement and improving their well-being and job satisfaction, according to a Deloitte survey.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Find out how to create the ultimate new member welcome packet with these 12 essential tips, and templates for inspiration.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Nonprofit housing grants help individuals and families take a big step forward on the road to homeownership, offering financial assistance that makes the dream of a forever home more attainable. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a veteran, someone who needs to renovate, or a family looking for affordable housing, there are grants available at GrantWatch.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Nonprofits may want to mention the election if it affects their work, but fundraising consultants say it doesn't make sense for other groups to change year-end messaging. By Jie Jenny Zou Getty Images Nonprofits may want to mention the election if it affects their work, but fundraising consultants say it doesn't make sense for other groups to change year-end messaging.

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Philanthropy is about reciprocal awe, gratitude, altruism and purpose. I’m a huge fan of the Greater Good Science Center at U.C. Berkeley, and often apply their research to nonprofit fundraising and marketing. This particular article really strikes me today, because it talks about times when we feel isolated from others: How to Find Your Purpose in Life.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Now that the votes for the 2024 election in the U.S. have been cast, nonprofit organizations should be prepared for a new wave of donations from voters whose candidate (or candidates) did not win. Data from recent elections shows rage donors take their candidate’s loss in a presidential bid as inspiration to donate more to causes associated with the candidate’s party, while the winning team’s incoming gifts drop off.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

For the last 20 years, I have held the title of “fundraiser”—to be more exact, a Black and Indigenous woman fundraiser. The stakes are high; securing funds means supporting the needs of my own community. Recently, the challenges of the work, like race and gender biases, imbalanced power structures, and increasing political polarization have left me exhausted.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In this post, find out what recurring donations are, what you can do with them, how they can help your organization, and how to get started.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In today’s challenging environment, organizations that support at-risk teens and their parents and families play an essential role in helping young people overcome obstacles and build brighter futures. However, sustaining these programs requires resources, and many organizations seek funding through grants to cover their costs. Here, we will explore 15 currently available grants and 15 practical and effective potential programmatic activities that support at-risk teens and their families.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This is the second donation the billionaire novelist has given Local Initiatives Support Corporation, following her initial $40 million gift in 2020. By Maria Di Mento Rupert Whiteley Amos House, a Rhode Island nonprofit supported by the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, offers a culinary arts education program as part of its mission to narrow racial health, wealth and opportunity gaps.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Nothing, but nothing, has the power to transform your fundraising quite like gratitude. And no one does gratitude quite like Lisa Sargent, founder of the free Donor Thank-You Clinics (named one of the world’s “top 10 gifts for fundraisers” by SOFII), and co-author of Lessons from Merchants Quay Ireland , a widely praised case history on the remarkable outcome of proper donor care, created at the invitation of the Commission on the Donor Experience.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As many nonprofits of all sizes now recognize, planned giving represents a significant opportunity to advance their missions. This form of fundraising provides predictable (and often unrestricted) future funding, strengthens relationships with loyal supporters, and builds powerful social proof among your community. Today’s demographic conditions also make planned giving especially worth investing in, as aging generations are poised to pass down record amounts of wealth to their heirs and f

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In 2023, GivingTuesday raised $3.1 billion by bringing together individual donors, businesses, and communities in a unified event with a shared purpose. GivingTuesday fundraising allows many charities and nonprofits to raise more on this day than any other and reminds us of the positive community, societal, and personal impact of supporting causes aligned with our values.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The end of the calendar year is around the corner—the single biggest fundraising opportunity of the year! This guide will show you how to create a year-end fundraising campaign that will effectively reach the hearts and wallets of donors during this spike in end-of-year donations. Donors get involved with nonprofits over the holidays for four primary reasons: To be happier by helping others To feel good about themselves by making a difference To be connected to something positive To take advanta

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Are you a fan of bargain hunting? Always on the lookout for a great deal? There’s a certain thrill in finding discounts on the items you need. As consumers, it spurs us to think outside the box and find ways to make new connections and spend our money on things that are both functional and meant to bring joy. Those individuals who are adept at bargain hunting also know that starting close to home is always best.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Proponents say the bill is designed to punish nonprofits that support terrorist organizations. Critics worry it will give the executive branch the power to target ideological opponents. By Ben Gose istock Proponents say the bill is designed to punish nonprofits that support terrorist organizations. Critics worry it will give the executive branch the power to target ideological opponents.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

We find ourselves at a pivotal moment in philanthropy: The choices we make about emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) right now could have lasting impacts on the communities we […] The post Navigating AI from Programs to Operations: Lessons from the Annenberg Foundation appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Nonprofit organizations have been experiencing significant labor shortages for years. But recently, increased demand for services and fewer people interested in joining nonprofits has made the situation worse. Many organizations are finding it difficult to fill roles, especially in the finance department. And even when you have a full roster, people retire, move, or decide to change jobs.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Did you know? When we look at which states receive the most charitable dollars per capita, Nebraska punches above its weight. That’s one of the findings from Dollars and Change: A Look at Individual and Institutional Giving Across the United States From 2015 to 2022 , a report released in September by Candid, GivingTuesday, and Network for Good. The study analyzes trends by recipient organization size, issue area, and location, as well as economic conditions.

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