Clairification
JULY 18, 2024
While you no doubt want more donors of all sizes, you especially want loyal donors who make above average size gifts. Because that’s where you’ll get the greatest return on your investment. Today, let’s talk about major donors. Why? They account for the lion’s share of all contributed income. Studies show over 88% of all funds raised come from just 12% of donors.
Hands-On Fundraising
JULY 16, 2024
First, why does donor retention matter? Ah, donor retention. We talk about it often. But why does it matter? Acquiring new donors is hard and often expensive. (You still need to do it.) So not doing all you can to keep the donors you have is like tossing money out the window. Prioritize retention! Also… […] The post Your donor retention how-to appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
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Wild Apricot
JULY 18, 2024
Want more event attendees? Who doesn't? Here are common reasons for low attendance and tactics you can use to boost it starting today.
Ann Green's Nonprofit
JULY 16, 2024
It’s summer! I hope you’ll get a chance to take a vacation or just some time off. It may be quieter at your nonprofit, but you don’t want to be too quiet and ignore your donors. Summer is a great time to do some relationship building. You should communicate with your donors at least once a month and that includes the summer months. Don’t make the mistake of taking a vacation from your donor communication.
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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.
Clairification
JULY 15, 2024
The world reacted with shock and outrage. There was a pervasive feeling of “how could this happen here?” People screamed… cried… prayed. This was five years ago. Last spring. When a fire wreaked devastating damage to something that, for many, represented the soul of a nation. And more. Notre Dame Cathedral is iconic and symbolic. It’s much more than a cathedral and historic building.
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Wild Apricot
JULY 15, 2024
Explore the top companies that generously donate to nonprofits. You'll also learn the different types of donations and tips for requesting donations.
Millionaire Grant Lady
JULY 17, 2024
It is no secret that nonprofits must rely on a variety of funding sources to sustain their work. Funding can come from program revenue, federal funds, and individual donors, just to name a few. Foundation funding is also a key element of many nonprofits’ structures. Instrumental found that as of January 2024, there are over 86,000 grantmakers and that private foundations “represent the largest award source” for many nonprofits.
GrantNews
JULY 19, 2024
Grants serve as critical financial aid for individuals and organizations across various sectors, supporting endeavors ranging from education and scientific research to entrepreneurial ventures. But here’s a big question: Do you have to pay taxes on grant money? Whether your grant is tax-free or taxable depends on its purpose and how the funds are used.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 15, 2024
A new survey from Fast Forward categorizes four main ways nonprofits are using artificial intelligence. By Sara Herschander Getty Images A new survey from Fast Forward categorizes four main ways nonprofits are using artificial intelligence.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
JULY 16, 2024
At the heart of the Latino Community Foundation’s (LCF) mission to unleash the civic and economic power of Latinos are our most passionate advocates: the members of our Latino Giving […] The post How Giving Circles Have Shaped the Latino Community Foundation’s Grantmaking — And What Comes Next appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 17, 2024
The grant deadline is barreling toward you like a freight train. You asked program staff for critical information weeks ago, but still have not received it. They’re ignoring your texts, emails, and phone calls, and you’ve just learned an essential player has gone on vacation. “Unfortunately, this doomsday scenario is not unusual. Grant professionals consistently lament the lackadaisical response of staff members when asked for data, program details, budget figures, and other essential informati
Candid
JULY 16, 2024
We’re hearing from many nonprofit fundraisers that it’s harder than ever to drive revenue growth. According to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , in 2023, the number of donors was down three years in a row, while Giving USA found that total individual giving fell 2.4%, adjusted for inflation. To add to the challenges of rising costs and tepid donor response, election campaigns in 2024 are driving media saturation and higher advertising costs.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 16, 2024
The right’s politicized calls to “follow the money” speak to a very real need for donor transparency and nonprofit oversight. By Benjamin Soskis iStockphoto The right’s politicized calls to “follow the money” speak to a very real need for donor transparency and nonprofit oversight.
re:Charity
JULY 16, 2024
It’s a well-known fact that major donors play a significant role in driving nonprofit missions forward. 88% of fundraising revenue comes from 12% of donors, meaning a small percentage of dedicated major. The post How to Retain Your Nonprofit’s Major Donors: 4 Strategies appeared first on re: charity.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 15, 2024
RKD Group and GivingTuesday released the GivingPulse Field Guide to provide actionable strategies and insights from the GivingPulse Report.
Capital Campaign Pro
JULY 15, 2024
The following is a guest post written by Jacqueline House with the help of her fellow fundraisers. Jacqueline is the Vice President of Communications and Community Engagement at Safe Children’s Coalition, as well as a Capital Campaign Pro client. Racial and gender bias, pay disparities, limited advancement opportunities, lack of representation, and lack of support […] The post The Double Whammy: Black Women Fundraisers Share their Stories appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 18, 2024
While making medical school free is a worthy endeavor, to truly transform health care, Bloomberg needs to think bigger. By Amy Schiller Courtesy of Johns Hopkins University Michael Bloomberg’s $1 billion gift to Johns Hopkins Medical School guarantees the money goes where it’s needed most, but it also ensures education remains a commodity. Students are still consumers paying for a service.
Candid
JULY 17, 2024
For 20 years, the global communications firm Edelman has studied the influence of trust across government, media, business, and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Based on an online survey of 32,000 respondents in 28 countries conducted in November 2023, the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Global Report found low levels of trust in these institutions’ ability to manage “new innovations and technologies.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 19, 2024
Many nonprofits hesitate to present a specific problem to donors, resulting in ineffective fundraising appeals. Here's how to change that.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
JULY 18, 2024
As the old saying goes “Victory has a thousand fathers.” And few victories come as close to that claim as the successes wrought by funders and their grantees. It takes […] The post Four ‘T’s for Better Funding Relationships and Healthier Nonprofits appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
Capital Campaign Pro
JULY 15, 2024
OneCause
JULY 15, 2024
Peer-to-peer fundraising is one of the most lucrative methods of generating revenue for nonprofits. Take a look at these 30+ peer-to-peer fundraising ideas!
NonProfit PRO
JULY 15, 2024
Almost every organization has a strategic plan, but most ignore them in everyday activities. Here's why, plus how to stay true to your plan.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 16, 2024
While nonprofit and mutual aid organizations have honed their disaster services in a city frequently battered by severe weather, some now find themselves drained by repeat deadly events. By James Pollard, Associated Press HOUSTON Annie Mulligan, AP photo Meals on Wheels employees prepare bags of food for clients on July 12 in Houston. Staff deliver hot meals as well as shelf-stable items to clients daily, many of whom are still without power after Hurricane Beryl.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 15, 2024
By Richard H. Levey At age 99 former President Jimmy Carter continues to have a positive impact on social good, even at age 99 and from his hospice care. A recent auction of items from Carter and others raised more than $2.8 million for The Carter Center, a 501(c)(3) devoted to preventing and resolving global conflicts, enhancing freedom and democracy and improving health.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 17, 2024
Bloomerang announced an artificial intelligence content assistant and other updates to its email builder to support busy nonprofits.
CauseVox
JULY 18, 2024
Imagine the impact your nonprofit could achieve if your stories captivated more hearts and inspired more actions. Great news: with the right storytelling techniques, this is entirely within reach. We’ve created this comprehensive guide to help you master the art of storytelling for your nonprofit. By following these steps, you can craft compelling narratives that resonate with your audience, drive engagement, and amplify your mission.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 17, 2024
By M.J. Prest FHLBank San Francisco The Vista de la Sierra project in Riverside, Calif., received a $500,000 Affordable Housing Program grant in 2022 from FHLBank San Francisco. It provides affordable housing for 80 low- and moderate-income families and individuals. Also, the Open Society Foundations committed $400 million through its new Economic and Climate Prosperity program, and the George Gund Foundation gave $12.5 million to strengthen democracy through nonpartisan groups.
Wild Apricot
JULY 17, 2024
Learn what a solicitation email is, how to write one effectively, and explore practical examples to inspire your next fundraising campaign to get more donations!
NonProfit PRO
JULY 18, 2024
Market research is part of the secret sauce for nonprofits' success. Here's how it can help your organization amplify its impact.
GiveSmart
JULY 15, 2024
Arts organizations empower communities and ensure everyone has an opportunity for individual expression and acceptance. How this comes about varies, and securing the funding to accomplish your mission and goals is vital for success, especially when funds are unexpectedly in jeopardy. From embracing recurring giving to matching gift opportunities to holding events, and utilizing peer-to-peer fundraising, we'll explore how art and humanity organizations can discover and implement new revenue sou
Gail Perry Group
JULY 18, 2024
[link] Year-end giving campaigns are a foundation of fundraising programs everywhere. Many nonprofits - both large and small alike - struggle to get them right. Sometimes the appeal letters are off the mark because they have the wrong tone. Even worse, committees try to “group think” their appeal letter resulting in watered-down pablum. Some organizations neglect their donors during the year, and are disappointed by lackluster giving from a list that has grown cool or even cold.
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