Pamela Grow
JULY 10, 2024
The latest GivingUSA report on charitable giving in the United States is out. What do smart fundraisers, particularly those heading up “one-person” development shops, need to know? Charitable giving in the U.S. declined by 2.1% in 2023 after adjusting for inflation. Nonprofits have been concerned about the decreasing number of American donors for years, and the 2023 report reinforces these worries.
Hands-On Fundraising
JULY 9, 2024
Playing cute tricks with donors isn’t the win you think it is I’ve been stewing about a certain kind of gift solicitation. I’ve hesitated to write about it. But I get more annoyed the more I think about the damage these things can do. Want some examples? This is an email I got. (Good organization; […] The post Don’t invoice me when you want a gift appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
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Ann Green's Nonprofit
JULY 9, 2024
Over the years I’ve realized the importance of keeping things simple. We have so many ways to fill our time (many of them involving screens), but I often find pleasure in simple things such as taking a walk, reading, and doing yoga. Keeping it simple doesn’t have to mean a bare-bones existence. There’s a Swedish term called lagom meaning everything in moderation or not too much, not too little.
Clairification
JULY 11, 2024
In the 1967 movie “The Graduate,” some of you may remember the scene where Mr. McGuire takes Dustin Hoffman’s character, Benjamin, off to the side and says “Plastics … there’s a great future in plastics.” Little did we know… While that turned out poorly for the planet, there’s a similar word that could be the future for nonprofits. And the sage who’s offering it up is none other than the inimitable Seth Godin.
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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 Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 11, 2024
The Knight Foundation just pledged $7 million to fight election misinformation in swing states. But recipients of grants to bolster accurate political information say their work is being thwarted by social media platforms, A.I., and escalating partisanship. By Alex Daniels AFP via Getty Images The Knight Foundation just pledged $7 million to fight election misinformation in swing states.
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NonProfit PRO
JULY 9, 2024
Videos are one of the best ways to share your story with potential and current donors. Here's how to use them to support your mission.
Clairification
JULY 8, 2024
Today I’m writing about something that’s not fundraising or nonprofit marketing strategy per se. It’s more about how to have hope – and take action – during times that may feel hopeless. For most of us, we’ve perhaps never been in more perilous times during our lifetimes. For a host of reasons. And it’s not just in the United States. The world has been veering towards more authoritarian, less egalitarian, rule for a while now.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 10, 2024
Embracing the word “solidarity” alongside “justice” and “equity” will help philanthropy rethink what it means to do good. By Leah Hunt-Hendrix George Walker IV/AP Supporting labor unions should be part of any philanthropy-in-solidarity strategy. Embracing the word “solidarity” alongside “justice” and “equity” will help philanthropy rethink what it means to do good.
Gail Perry Group
JULY 11, 2024
Giving USA is chock-full of the latest data that reports on how philanthropy fared in 2023. (Here’s a spoiler - despite the impact of inflation, Americans NEVER stop being generous!) We’ve written about the top takeaways and answered your questions. What Do Board Members Need to Know About Giving Trends Today? Here’s the key information that your board members and stakeholders need to know.
GrantNews
JULY 11, 2024
Can you believe it?! School is out for summer, and kids are already lounging around the house, glued to their screens. However, the warmer weather brings so many opportunities for outdoor fun and exercise. Instead of letting the summer slip away, why not take advantage of this time to improve your health and well-being? Break from the monotony of indoor routines.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 11, 2024
Find new donors now! Your Guided Growth Plan provides beginner, intermediate, and advanced steps to connect with people who are passionate about your mission, ASAP. Experts from DonorPerfect and Positive Equation are here to make growing easy, no matter where you are on your fundraising journey.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 9, 2024
By Ben Gose and Rasheeda Childress It's challenging to focus on small-dollar contributors when you need money today — but experts say a broad base of support is key for nonprofits' long-term health. Plus, see the rest of our July issue , posted online today.
Critical Fundraising
JULY 10, 2024
So, you’re using AI ‘responsibly’, but, asks Cherian Koshy , are you using it ethically? The two are not the same thing. I vividly remember watching the space shuttle Challenger break apart just moments after launch. Even as a kid, I knew that this was an important moment, especially when President Reagan addressed the nation. In the years since, as I’ve built my career in the nonprofit sector, I’ve often found myself thinking about the hard lessons of history and that tragedy – the da
Candid
JULY 9, 2024
We know that more and more U.S. nonprofits are engaging with demographic data about their staff, leadership, and board members—but what does quality demographic data look like? A study we recently conducted on behalf of Candid found that, in line with previous research , nonprofits are using demographic data to inform their work and sharing it. We found that 72% of respondents reported this data to at least one entity—including funders and philanthropy-serving organizations like Candid—and 46% r
NonProfit PRO
JULY 8, 2024
Maps can be a great visualization tool and an engaging way for supporters to connect with the causes they care about. Here are five ways nonprofits use maps to support their missions.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 12, 2024
Only a fourth of charitable nonprofits have ever formally lobbied the government — far fewer than the three-fourths that did in 2000. By Heather MacIndoe and Mirae Kim Only a fourth of charitable nonprofits have ever formally lobbied the government — far fewer than the three-fourths that did in 2000.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 8, 2024
Albert Einstein once said: “If you cannot explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” As grant directors, managers, and writers you need to understand what you are writing about in your proposals, especially if you aren’t involved directly in the project or program development. If you don’t understand it in writing, potential funders won’t understand it in review either.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
JULY 11, 2024
Summer is heating up and so, too, are efforts to register voters and get out the vote in advance of what is promising to be a tense election season. Not […] The post Elections Are Coming, and the Time for Funders to Act Is Now appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 10, 2024
Here are the top trending challenges nonprofit marketers are facing this year and how they're tackling them.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 10, 2024
Simple strategies to build relationships with supporters and show your organization is worthy of their backing By Allison Fine iStockphoto Simple strategies to build relationships with supporters and show your organization is worthy of their backing
The NonProfit Times
JULY 10, 2024
Former NRA Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Wilson “Woody” Phillips has agreed to a deal banning him from serving as a fiduciary of a nonprofit in New York for 10 years. The deal also requires the now retired executive to undergo training should he return to the sector. A jury this past February found Phillips, 75, liable for violating his duties in managing the NRA and its financial affairs and ordered him to pay $2 million in damages.
Wild Apricot
JULY 12, 2024
Everything you need to know about non-dues revenue nonprofits. Learn how to diversify your revenue stream with fundraising, monetization, advertising and more!
NonProfit PRO
JULY 11, 2024
Implementing generosity ops can deepen your understanding of donors, save time, and dramatically increase giving. Here's how to get started.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 8, 2024
The media mogul's donation is the latest aimed at making medical school tuition-free. By Drew Lindsay Johns Hopkins University In 2018, Michael Bloomberg gave $1.8 billion to Johns Hopkins University for financial aid for low- and middle-income undergraduate students. The media mogul's donation is the latest aimed at making medical school tuition-free.
Sharpshooter Communications
JULY 10, 2024
and how to recover after striking out Fact: Babe Ruth had a 66% fail rate at bat. Yes, he failed most of the time. So.why isn't he considered a failure? When he DID get a hit, there was a 25% chance of its being a homeroom and a 77% chance that a run would be batted in. That's why he is a legend. A.342 batting average in baseball is pretty darn fantastic.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
JULY 9, 2024
As a global funder, we often hear from, and share with, our peers the challenges of collecting grantee demographic data internationally. This includes questions of how to navigate different legal […] The post Making It Count: Expanding the Ford Foundation’s Diversity Data Collection Beyond the United States appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 12, 2024
After decades in the nonprofit sector, I still learn every day from others. Here are some of my tips for those just starting in the sector.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 9, 2024
By Ben Gose Courtesy of Austin Soundwaves The groups' strategies include appealing to volunteers, adding humor to appeals, and surveying supporters to find messages that resonate.
amplifi
JULY 11, 2024
You don’t need us to tell you how hard it can be to rise above the noise with your nonprofit’s email campaign. The average office worker in the United States receives 121 emails per day. And almost half of those are considered spam. If you want to raise more money, it’s important to develop a thorough strategy for your emails. While it’s great to think holistically, sometimes you just need to make a quick adjustment or two to drastically improve your results.
Greater Giving
JULY 9, 2024
Raffles are a staple at fundraising events, offering a fun way to engage attendees and raise additional donations. But with so many events happening, how do you make your raffle stand out? The key lies in selecting enticing prizes that people genuinely want to win. This blog post will explore a variety of top raffle ideas to suit any event theme or audience.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 10, 2024
Free Guide to Ultimate Study Guide for School Fundraising Host a successful school fundraising event with tips and tricks from GiveSmart.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 12, 2024
The move continues a pattern of donations that seek to increase accessibility to medical school. By Amir Pasic AP Photo/Patrick Semansky Most medical students at the university will no longer pay tuition. The move continues a pattern of donations that seek to increase accessibility to medical school. Read more coverage from the Chronicle here.
Planned Giving
JULY 11, 2024
If you’re arranging a planned gift for your favorite nonprofit, there’s an important step that you shouldn’t skip: Notifying the charity of your intentions. It may seem silly, but it’s true — and it’s a step many donors forget. A Special Report from Giving USA found that just 4 percent of donors always report their planned gifts to organizations, and 38.7 percent sometimes inform the organizations.
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