Ann Green's Nonprofit

JULY 30, 2024

Donor motivations are the “why” that drives their support of your nonprofit. Learn how to uncover those motivations and inspire more support in this guide. By Ryan Carpenter For the last several years, nonprofits have struggled to make ends meet due to falling revenue, rising inflation, and an increase in community needs. Charitable giving saw a 2.1% decrease in 2023 after inflation, showing how challenging it is for donors and nonprofits to keep up with inflation rates.

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Hands-On Fundraising

JULY 30, 2024

Great development directors are precious. It seems there is a constant demand for development directors. Turnover is a tremendous problem. People wonder why they can’t find a great one. In their study, Underdeveloped, CompassPoint and the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund found “high levels of turnover and lengthy vacancies in development director positions throughout the sector” […] The post This is why you can’t find a great development director appeared first on H

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Pamela Grow

JULY 31, 2024

Have you ever heard of something called the ‘honeymoon phase?’ In marketing, the term ‘honeymoon phase’ refers to the period (usually one to two weeks) following a customer’s purchase. They’re in love with the product or service. And the savvy business builds on that relationship. Right from the start. You’ve probably seen honeymoon phase influence used a lot.

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Clairification

JULY 31, 2024

“Give me one moment in time. When I’m more than I thought could be. When all of my dreams are a heartbeat away. And the answers are all up to me.” Ah, the lyrics remembered from a Whitney Houston song sung at the 1988 Olympics Opening Ceremonies. The Olympic torch. The parade of nations. The stories, stories and stories. Chills run down my spine.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 31, 2024

Gathering member feedback and taking action on the results is a foolproof way to increase member retention. This guide will show you exactly how to go about collecting feedback from your members.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 29, 2024

Storytelling plays an integral role in fundraising success. But have you considered implementing storytelling into all aspects of your fundraising event? Join Carly Euler, Marketing Manager at MemoryFox , as she shares all the ways you can embrace nonprofit storytelling before, during, and after your event. Fundraising event season is upon us, and it’s likely that your organization is considering sharing an impact story during your event to help drive donations.

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Clairification

JULY 29, 2024

There’s a treasure trove of knowledge and research around major gift fundraising. What works well. What doesn’t work at all. What’s, at best, half-baked. It’s not rocket science. But there’s definitely art, and some science, involved. The gestalt way of thinking about the three secrets boils down to simply being: (1) SMART, (2) SYSTEMATIC and (3) PASSIONATE.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 30, 2024

PayPal is a household name when it comes to online payment providers, but it's not always the best option for nonprofits. Here are 7 alternatives that might be a better fit for your organization.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 2, 2024

Research has revealed a connection between volunteering and more positive emotions, less loneliness and more social support. By Albert Stumm, Associated Press Robert Piechota, via AP Jeff Kellert, seen in his garden in Albany, N.Y., began volunteering as a tutor and helped with monthly dinners at his synagogue. He said the work gives him a sense of purpose he never expected in retirement.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 1, 2024

Technology And New Ventures Had Top Executives Blazing New Paths In Guiding Their Organizations By Paul Clolery It is interesting that each year a trend is clear when the team submits initial ideas for The NPT Power & Influence Top 50 honorees. This is clearly the year of data, artificial intelligence, overall technology and their impact on service delivery.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 1, 2024

With digital fundraising, a simple “donate” button on your website won't cut it. Optimize your online presence with these tips and raise more.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 28, 2024

Is your nonprofit forced to cancel your events due to unforeseen circumstances? Here's how to handle it and 3 options for what to do instead.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 31, 2024

The authors of "One Click to Give" say everyday donors want to give, but want community first. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images The authors of "One Click to Give" say everyday donors want to give, but want community first.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 30, 2024

It was the same story, different day, for fundraising during the first quarter of 2024. Giving was up (4.1%) compared to the first quarter of 2023, but the number of donors and retention both declined again, 1.3% and 3% respectively. Micro donors, those who give $100 or less and make up 59.3% of all donors, had the sharpest decline at 10.4%. That is twice the percentage decline of the next largest group, donors who give $101 to $500, which was 5.2% and making up 28.1% of all donors.

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Candid

JULY 31, 2024

Today’s incoming high school seniors were in the seventh grade when COVID-19 shut down schools across the country. Their education continues to be affected by the damage caused by the pandemic and its aftermath—most notably, learning loss from school closures and ongoing chronic absenteeism. One in four students is chronically absent , and many continue to lag in math and reading scores.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 1, 2024

Find the perfect nonprofit app to help you design your day, schedule your tasks, and more in this list.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 31, 2024

For 20 years, John Burton Advocates for Youth has offered a blueprint for policy change by working alongside people aging out of the foster care system and staying the course after laws are passed. By Eden Stiffman John Burton Advocates for Youth John Burton Advocates for Youth has successfully pushed for major policy changes at the state and federal level.

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GrantNews

AUGUST 1, 2024

What are Living Organ Donors? They are truly a rare and amazing breed of people. It is hard to fathom the selfless act of someone willing to take potential health risks to donate an organ while still living. Most often these living organ donations are for a friend or family member. However, donors can also choose a stranger as the recipient. Offering to donate your organs as part of a Living Will is also an exceptional act.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 1, 2024

You have about two seconds to capture a donor’s attention when writing to them, so you need to make those snaps count. Those first few seconds, better known as the lede or Johnson box, is the first of three key elements of a fundraising letter. The other two are the ask and the postscript (the P.S.). For new letter writers, the Johnson box is at the of top of the letter to donors , containing the key message.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 2, 2024

While revenue from one-time donors fell 5% in 2023, sustainer revenue grew 6%. Here's how these donors can support you through hard times.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 2, 2024

The number of meals served, beds provided, or classes offered doesn’t indicate success at reducing homelessness. By Morvarid Rahmani The number of meals served, beds provided, or classes offered doesn’t indicate success at reducing homelessness.

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Gail Perry Group

JULY 31, 2024

Are you planning a capital campaign that will take your nonprofit to new heights? Yes, a capital campaign can be a game-change for you and your cause. But - only if you're truly prepared. A poorly planned or failed campaign can damage your reputation, dampen everyone’s spirits and possibly leave your organization worse off than before. Don't let that happen to you.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 1, 2024

Reflecting on exactly what generosity is, and what it means to donors enables fundraisers to steward it toward loyalty. When generosity becomes loyalty, it builds value for our causes. It’s such an honor to serve donors by inviting them to help solve a problem they have a passion to solve. In doing so, they get to champion a better life for beneficiaries, whether people, animals, the environment, or the social cause of their choice.

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GrantNews

JULY 31, 2024

Urban farming is a powerful movement, and it’s trending right now. In truth, urban agriculture projects deserve all the hype they are receiving. Why, you may ask? GrantWatch has the answers you need! Urban farming is helping us build a healthier future! Research shows that urban agriculture increases access to healthy foods for urban commutes.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 29, 2024

Recruiting former grantees as board members has helped the Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund better connect to communities and boost fundraising. By Jim Rendon Courtesy of Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund (SV2) Donors and board members from the Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund visited the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Ala., on a trip to key sites in the Civil Rights Movement in the South.

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Planned Giving

JULY 27, 2024

Thinking about making a planned gift to your favorite nonprofit? You might want to consider making a gift from your retirement plan, such as an IRA. There are a number of benefits to donating retirement assets to a registered charity and you can make this through your will : You Can Avoid Double Taxation for Your Heirs. Did you know your retirement plan is potentially subject to double taxation if passed on to your heirs — sometimes costing them 50% or more in taxes?

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 2, 2024

The description of a mid-level donor is different for every organization. One thing that’s universal is that the level is determined by the amount given or targeted to be donated. It all comes down to audience selection and having good intel on to what those audience members will respond. A target audience is developed with demographics and there are some vital elements you need.

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re:Charity

AUGUST 1, 2024

Year-end is the pinnacle of most organizations’ fundraising strategies. Donations come rolling in due to the joyous spirit and gratitude of the holiday season—and, of course, the annual December 31st. The post How to Adjust Your Year-End Fundraising Strategy for Success appeared first on re: charity.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 29, 2024

The donation will expand the STARS College Network, a nonprofit Byron and Tina Trott started last year to ensure students from low-population areas get the chance to attend a college of their choice. By Maria Di Mento University of Chicago Admissions The University of Chicago hosts a number of summer programs geared towards students from rural communities and small towns.

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GiveSmart

AUGUST 2, 2024

Have a free minute? Let’s make mission impact year-round. You can make a year-round impact by implementing these turn-key fundraising ideas in minutes. Fundraising doesn’t always need to mean involved annual galas, golf tournaments, and large-scale campaigns. It doesn’t have to take months to plan. There are low-lift things you can do now, some within minutes, that will raise your mission money.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

AUGUST 1, 2024

Burnout within nonprofit organization staff is a growing concern within the sector, as seen in the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s new research, State of Nonprofits 2024: What Funders Need to […] The post Keeping the Spark Alive: How One Funder Invests in Grantee Well-Being appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 2, 2024

What comes to mind when you think of Gen Z? Tik tok dances, ever-changing lingo, and fashion that takes us right back to the 90s? What might not initially come to mind–but is just as true–is that Gen Z is a tech-savvy, socially conscious generation characterized by a strong desire for authenticity, social impact, and transparency. As they come of age, their unique perspectives and values are reshaping the philanthropic landscape, no cap.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 30, 2024

The complicated, often murky, world of name, image, likeness in college sports has had an unanticipated effect on the nonprofits that help players secure sponsorship deals — namely, what is charitable about paying college players? By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Al Goldis/AP The complicated, often murky, world of name, image, likeness in college sports has had an unanticipated effect on the nonprofits that help players secure sponsorship deals — namely, what is charitable about paying

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