Hands-On Fundraising

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Team-building: what managers need to know Can we talk about “team-building” and how it can so easily do just the opposite? It’s essential for nonprofit staff to work well together. And especially for teams within that structure. And I know (from long experience) that nonprofit work, in particular fundraising, is often not 9-5 work. Extra […] The post Why “team-building” fails you and your staff appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Let’s begin with this week’s bit of wisdom… Confusion and certainty When facing a complex problem, it’s easy to become confused. Lately, it’s become socially acceptable to express your confusion with certainty. Untrained in the field, make a pronouncement that makes it clear that you have not just an understanding of what’s going on, but also that you’ve figured out the causes and the next steps.

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Tony Martignetti

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Rubin Singh: CRM Selection Rubin Singh returns to help you focus on what matters in CRM selection. To keep you safe from a serious misstep, he also shares his thoughts on what else might be the problem, besides your CRM database. Rubin is CEO of One Tenth Consulting. Marc Pitman: What To Ask Before … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for October 30, 2023: CRM Selection & What To Ask Before Your New Website → Rubin Singh: CRM Selection Rubin Singh returns to help you focus on wh

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Looking for the best community service ideas for your club? Check out these 42 ideas and examples for all seasons, volunteer ages and types of event.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes William DeShazer Most fundraisers said they expect their groups to raise enough money to meet their goals this year, but there's a deep sense of unease about the economy.

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Clairification

OCTOBER 30, 2023

People keep telling you to add more text messaging to your communications strategy, right? It’s a mobile world, and you need to reach people where they are. But how do you actually get people to opt in to text messages and grow your contact list? Let’s explore five ways to get your supporters to consent to receiving texts. It’s a Mobile World After All You already have an inkling why your nonprofit needs to be texting.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 30, 2023

This step-by-step guide to covers absolutely everything you need to know about how to start an association in the USA.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Millions of workers have yet to take advantage of a program that could free them from an average of nearly $100,000 in debt. By Sara Herschander Allison Bailey, NurPhoto, AP Millions of workers have yet to take advantage of a program that could free them from an average of nearly $100,000 in debt.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Some people in fundraising have taken an attitude of entitlement for nonprofits and grants by suggesting that nonprofits deserve funding. They have implied that for the wealthy or for foundations to not support a nonprofit with grants is perpetuating inequities and all sorts of evil in the world. I could not disagree with them more. I believe that gratitude is the right attitude for grant seeking.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

OCTOBER 30, 2023

On the opening day of CEP’s first conference in four years, what a joy it was to welcome so many leaders in philanthropy to CEP2023.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

According to the latest M+R Benchmarks Study , monthly giving increased by 11% in 2022, making up 28% of all online revenue. Even as overall giving slumps, this increase is significant because it means that more organizations are receiving reliable funding on a monthly basis. To take advantage of this trend toward recurring giving, your nonprofit will need to look inward at its donor data.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. Their concern is misplaced, and the field’s legitimacy is at stake. By Craig Kennedy Getty Images Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. Their concern is misplaced, and the field’s legitimacy is at stake.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Today, I want to talk about the single best way I know to raise more money for your non-profit. Your non-profit does great work, and you need (and deserve!) to raise the money you need to thrive. But, if you're like most non-profit fundraisers, your organization is stuck on “the fundraising treadmill,” constantly trying new events, begging your board for names, and writing long-shot grant proposals that never seem to get funded.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Fundraisers like you have a lot of work to do to make the world a better place, so any time you can save on administrative tasks is incredibly valuable. Fundraising automation saves your nonprofit valuable time and resources by streamlining time-consuming tasks, so you can devote more to time advancing your mission and raising more money. Learn more about the perks of fundraising automation and how to automate some of your processes at your nonprofit: What is fundraising automation?

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Food banks can operate on a large scale that requires expensive equipment and skilled management. Brittany Murray/MediaNews Group/Long Beach Press-Telegram via Getty Images Telesilla Kotsi , The Ohio State University and Alfonso J. Pedraza Martinez , University of Notre Dame Most food banks, homeless shelters and other social services nonprofits constantly face hard decisions about how to use their limited funds.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The findings challenge conventional wisdom that groups should spend mainly on program costs. By Telesilla Kotsi and Alfonso J. Pedraza Martinez Brittany Murray/MediaNews Group/Long Beach Press-Telegram via Getty Images Food banks can operate on a large scale that requires expensive equipment and skilled management. The findings challenge conventional wisdom that groups should spend mainly on program costs.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The traditional approach of giving board seats to individuals with a long history of significant donations disqualifies younger professionals. It's time to rethink what qualifies someone to be a board member. Here are some tips on how to attract and engage the next generation of board members.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

This afternoon, as we closed the doors on the final session of the CEP conference, our whirlwind three days together came to an end.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

If you are a California-based nonprofit or solicit any donations in California, it’s critical to understand California AB 488 (AB 488). A new law that went into effect in California on January 1, 2023, AB 488 is aimed at improving transparency and accountability in online charitable fundraising. While AB 488 is a California law, it could impact all charities in the United States that solicit donations in California, not just those headquartered in the state.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The share of professionals being approached by employers outside fundraising shows how tough it is to hold on to talent, experts say. By Rasheeda Childress A new survey of fundraisers, data analysts, and other advancement-services professionals found that 46 percent of them have considered and/or been recruited for roles outside the nonprofit world.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Direct response fundraising has built up a lot of lore over the years. Let’s take a look at dispelling three of the most pernicious misconceptions that can destroy fundraising results.

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Veritus Group

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Are you getting in the way of your team’s success? Here are some questions to ask yourself about how your mindset is impacting your team. The post Leaders, Are You Blocking Your Team? appeared first on Veritus Group.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

80% of nonprofit professionals agree that a strong digital presence is crucial. After all, the more people that find and interact with your cause online, the more potential awareness and even donations you can drive. The same study cites budget constraints as a common barrier to making this happen. So, how can your nonprofit boost its online visibility—without breaking the bank?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Also, Cincinnati Children's received $15 million from a local family foundation; and Google gave $2 million to two historically Black institutions. By M.J. Prest Gabriela Vivacqua, WFP Alex Korayi travels by boat to reach a World Food Program distribution site on Amech Island, South Sudan. Also, Cincinnati Children's received $15 million from a local family foundation; and Google gave $2 million to two historically Black institutions.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Showing what you do behind the scenes is one of the best approaches to marketing. In today's competitive marketing environment, doing this can help you build bonds with donors.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Your finance office is driven by deadlines. Pay these bills by Friday. Close the books by the 10th. Pull these reports for the quarterly board meeting. These deadlines provide a consistent rhythm to your week, month, and quarter. And then there is your annual IRS 990 series filing deadline. With an ever-changing landscape of fundraising, economic conditions, and tactics for expanding mission-related programming, finding time for IRS tax reporting and filing 990 Series returns can be beyond chall

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

November is all about recognizing the contributions and sacrifices made by military families. Honoring members of the military for service to their country is a common tradition among most nations of the world. However, what about the families who have members in the military? Those who faithfully keep the home fires burning, worrying about the fate of their military loved one?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Nicole Wallace Zachary Balber Every year, the US Latinx Art Forum awards fellowships to 15 visual artists of Latin American or Caribbean descent who live and work in the United States, bringing them greater visibility.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Staying afloat in this environment depends on your ability to make full use of the resources and variables under your direct control. While no one can predict what the markets will do, here's how your nonprofit can build financial resiliency using what you have at hand.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

PEAK Grantmaking’s work centers on five core principles , each challenging our community of 8,000 philanthropy professionals to critically consider their internal grantmaking processes and perspectives, as a means toward operationalizing equitable grantmaking practices. Last year, I penned a piece for this series on our Steward Responsively Principle and encouraged readers to fear not the dragons in their grantmaking practices.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Finding good talent, regardless of the economy, is a common challenge that all employers face. It can be even more difficult for nonprofits to source quality employees considering the financial constraints and salary limitations associated with these organizations. But there is good news! There are a lot of ways to attract employees to your nonprofit.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Fundraisers face the challenge of helping leaders and boards understand how much money organizations can reasonably expect to bring in. By Emily Haynes Mohawk Hudson Humane Society The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society started the Oktopurrfest event to attract younger donors. Fundraisers face the challenge of helping leaders and boards understand how much money organizations can reasonably expect to bring in.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In order to achieve their missions, nonprofits must get funding. One of the ways an organization can do this is through a giving day. Here, nonprofit professionals explore the pros and cons of giving days, as well as provide tips on how to best utilize a giving day.

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Fluxx

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

In our fast-paced world, efficiency is the lifeblood of modern organizations. Success often depends on the ability to streamline processes, do more with less, and maximize resources. In this context, integrated grants management systems (GMS) are what give grantmakers an edge, allowing them to achieve deeper and more lasting impacts. Also known as grants management software or grant management platforms, these systems have revolutionized the way grant-related tasks are handled.

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Professional Grant Writers

OCTOBER 31, 2023

We’ve talked a lot about using evidence to establish the need or the problem your nonprofit is working to solve. You need to. The post How to write the chosen intervention section of a grant appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

By M.J. Prest Also, the Foellinger Foundation has tapped a new leader, and Ellen Alberding, the longtime president and CEO of the Joyce Foundation, will depart next year.

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