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.
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.
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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 18, 2024
Data degrades about 2% per month, meaning your database could become a frightening place filled with stale, duplicated and unusable data. Melissa can help you reconnect with lost donors, deduplicate your database, and reduce fraud by making sure your data is up to date and accurate. Just send us 50 contact records, and we can show you how we can cleanse, append and enrich your data.
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.
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.
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 19, 2024
Join our expert panel for a lively discussion on the latest findings and trends shaping the nonprofit sector. Whether you’re seeking to increase impact, optimize revenue, adopt cutting-edge technologies or implement sustainable practices, this webinar will provide essential takeaways to propel your nonprofit forward in an ever-changing landscape.
Blackbaud
JULY 19, 2024
Midlevel donors don’t always get the love they deserve. This loyal and often overlooked segment of donors represents a significant opportunity for revenue growth and impact if stewarded effectively. Yet many nonprofits fail to strategically engage middle tier donors beyond building a pipeline for major gifts. They’ve also lacked adequate tools to help them identify good midlevel prospects and prioritize resources and stewardship efforts effectively to deliver strong return on investm
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 16, 2024
The goal of the investment is to produce sustainable jobs and a shift toward clean energy and away from carbon intensive industries in Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, Senegal, Malaysia and Indonesia. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Mark Schiefelbein, Associated Press Open Society Foundations made its first new commitment after a years-long internal reorganization, pledging $400 million over eight years to support green economic development.
Greater Giving
JULY 16, 2024
Silent auctions are a cornerstone of fundraising events, allowing attendees to bid on exciting items and contribute to your cause. But with so much competition, how can you ensure your silent auction stands out? The answer lies in offering a diverse selection of enticing items that resonate with your audience. This blog post will unveil ten top-notch silent auction ideas to elevate your fundraising efforts.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 18, 2024
PHLYSense is a 24/7 property monitoring and alert solution. Organizations get real-time alerts if water is detected, or temperatures reach a hazardous level. The program includes sensors and 24/7 monitoring and support all at no-cost to policyholders with property coverage.
Blackbaud
JULY 18, 2024
Donor profiles are not reserved only for large nonprofits with thousands of donors and prospects. In five easy steps, even small shops can make a donor profile that provides powerful insights using data from just a few donors. Plan how you’ll use the donor profile Identify who you will analyze Select the type of data you want to collect Pinpoint where you’ll get the data Look for and use patterns in the data What Is a Donor Profile?
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.
Blue Avocado
JULY 16, 2024
Improve how your nonprofit evaluates, recognizes, and motivates its employees. Previous articles on Blue Avocado have discussed the challenges organizations face when designing performance appraisal systems. How often should they be done? What should be measured? Should they be tied to pay increases? These are just a few of the questions you will need to answer when designing or enhancing your performance appraisal process.
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.
Blackbaud
JULY 17, 2024
Calling all K–12 educators and administrators! Are you looking to squeeze the most out of your Blackbaud software? Then mark your calendars for bbcon 2024, happening September 24–26 in Seattle, Washington. From my experience, this annual conference is the event for Blackbaud users, and the K–12 offerings are especially impressive this year. Deep Dives Before the Dive I never miss the dedicated pre-conference sessions , being held this year on Monday, September 23rd.
GrantNews
JULY 17, 2024
Every business experiences peaks and valleys. The ebb-and-flow is a natural part of business. However, sometimes these changes can dramatically impact revenue. During challenging times, the ebb if you will, it can be easy to blame your staff for these fluctuations, especially when there is a decrease in productivity. Consider a change in perspective.
Grant Writer Team
JULY 18, 2024
One of the most common questions you’ll encounter is, “Do I need to hire a grant writer?” While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, this question is fundamental for every grant seeker embarking on their funding journey. GrantWriterTeam.com is going to let you in on a little secret: it’s entirely up to you and your organization. We understand that the decision to hire a grant writer depends on various factors unique to each grant seeker; the most important of which is what’s best for the s
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.
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