The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our nation is more than who sits behind the Resolute Desk. A new Bruce Springsteen documentary offers hope for democracy and civil society. By Eboo Patel Ritzau Scanpix/Sipa USA via AP In many ways, the story of Springsteen and the E Street Band feels like the story of the nation. Our nation is more than who sits behind the Resolute Desk. A new Bruce Springsteen documentary offers hope for democracy and civil society.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

But it’s not easy for you. It’s hard work. Because, inside the mind of a potential donor, many things are working against you. I don’t know enough about you. I can’t make a real difference. I don’t think of myself as a philanthropist. I don’t know how to evaluate one charity against another. I don’t know how much to give. I don’t have time for this.

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Hands-On Fundraising

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Do you want to know what your donors think? Do you want them to know you care what they think? Would you like some interesting information about your donors – including testimonials and suggestions you might never get otherwise? Then you want to try a donor survey I first created a survey years ago. (You […] The post Unlock your impact: try a donor survey today!

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In this post, find out what recurring donations are, what you can do with them, how they can help your organization, and how to get started.

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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.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Partnerships between nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies to boost workplace volunteering and community impact can create significant value for both parties. They help amplify the nonprofits’ voice, reach, and resources to advance their mission while strengthening corporate employees’ community engagement and improving their well-being and job satisfaction, according to a Deloitte survey.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By Alex Daniels The new CEOs have risen through the nonprofit ranks unlike their predecessors. Plus, see the rest of our November issue, posted online today.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

While focusing on one revenue stream may be appealing to nonprofits, there are several reasons to consider diversifying your income.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In 2023, GivingTuesday raised $3.1 billion by bringing together individual donors, businesses, and communities in a unified event with a shared purpose. GivingTuesday fundraising allows many charities and nonprofits to raise more on this day than any other and reminds us of the positive community, societal, and personal impact of supporting causes aligned with our values.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Now that the votes for the 2024 election in the U.S. have been cast, nonprofit organizations should be prepared for a new wave of donations from voters whose candidate (or candidates) did not win. Data from recent elections shows rage donors take their candidate’s loss in a presidential bid as inspiration to donate more to causes associated with the candidate’s party, while the winning team’s incoming gifts drop off.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A study that tracked young philanthropists over the course of 20 years provides insights on how nonprofits cultivate and retain these givers. By Jie Jenny Zou iStockphoto A study that tracked young philanthropists over the course of 20 years provides insights on how nonprofits cultivate and retain these givers.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

An optimized donation page is key to turning visitors into supporters, ensuring they have a smooth, impactful giving experience. With CauseVox, you can create a donation page that does more than collect contributions—it engages donors, reinforces your brand, and inspires confidence in your cause. Here are 5 characteristics of an optimized donation page to help you create one that maximizes both donor experience and fundraising success. 1.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Across industries, companies are having trouble filling jobs. Here are five areas nonprofits should focus their efforts to help retain staff.

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Veritus Group

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This is it, folks! During this significant time of year for giving, it’s critical to be working in a mindful, planful, and strategic way. The post It’s Not Too Late: Step-by-Step Strategies to End Your Year Strong appeared first on Veritus Group.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Billions spent fighting Trumpian populism hasn’t worked. Practicing a pluralistic approach to grant making will. By Daniel Stid Shutterstock Billions spent fighting Trumpian populism hasn’t worked. Practicing a pluralistic approach to grant making will.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Welcome to “Grammar Kerfuffles,” a blog series from DH Leonard Consulting that you will see here on the semi-regular. We will explore fun grammar insights that elevate the power of the written word in grant writing. If you like “fun” and “grammar” being next to each other in the previous sentence, this blog series is for you. If you do not (yet), hang out here with us for a bit.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Today’s GrantWatch Spotlight is on the city of Baltimore, Maryland. One of the oldest cities in the United States, Baltimore has notably been given a variety of nicknames, including “ Charm City ,” “the City that Reads ,: ” “the Monumental City ,” and the “ City that Believes.” Once a leading manufacturing and industrial center, Baltimore as a community has shifted its focus to become much more of a service-oriented economy.

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Veritus Group

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

You are the bridge between the need and your donor’s desire to change the world. Bring them together today with an ask. The post Are You Reluctant to Ask for a Year-End Gift? appeared first on Veritus Group.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Atlanta billionaire gave $2 billion to a range of causes and threw his support behind many Atlanta nonprofits during his lifetime. By Maria Di Mento Photo by Gregory Campbell Bernie Marcus wanted to be remembered for his philanthropy. The Atlanta billionaire gave $2 billion to a range of causes and threw his support behind many Atlanta nonprofits during his lifetime.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

If you haven’t started planning for year end yet, it’s not too late. Here is some advice from nonprofits surpassing their year-end goals.

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Planned Giving

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A client told me recently that we should be publishing more about what’s NEW in planned giving. Seems reasonable, right? Everyone likes new stuff. We all want to know the trends, be on the cutting-edge, sound knowledgeable at professional events. There’s just one tiny problem with his suggestion. There’s nothing new in planned giving. Now, hold on. Before you start composing a fiery email to me to tell me why I’m wrong, hear me out.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

By Christian O’Dwyer, CFA and John Walsh Endowment funds have long been a cornerstone of philanthropy as they provide sustained financial support for various causes across generations. While endowments traditionally focus on perpetuity, a growing number of donors are opting for time-limited or spend-down funds. These funds, designed to disburse their assets within a set period, offer distinct benefits for addressing urgent challenges and achieving more immediate impact.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations. By Ben Gose Chronicle Illustration; Photo by Julia Schmalz Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In peer-to-peer fundraising, success isn’t just defined by the day of the event. Here's how to create an excellent participant journey.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

From paying bills to staying in touch with family and friends to researching tomorrow’s weather, people expect to be able to do just about anything from their mobile phones. Donating is no different—your nonprofit’s supporters want fast, easy, convenient ways to show their support anytime, anywhere. That’s where mobile giving comes in. Explore the tips and resources in this guide to improve your nonprofit’s mobile fundraising strategy: Mobile giving: FAQs 5 types of mobile giving Benefits of mob

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OneCause

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Securing a corporate sponsorship for your nonprofit is a great way to increase support for your events or general operations. Get started with our guide.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The donation from Richard Rogel and his wife, Susan, will create a new center where researchers will work to double the survival rate for pancreatic cancer patients over the next 10 years. By Maria Di Mento University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center Richard and Susan Rogel gave the University of Michigan Health $50 million to establish the Rogel and Blondy Center for Pancreatic Cancer.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Constant Contact acquired Txtify Technologies, which specializes in mobile-first lead generation through customized microsites and surveys.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

To get the attention of your donors and increase their engagement, you can make your impact report come to life. To do that, it needs to live where your audience lives: online. Making your report web-based unlocks interactive opportunities to recap your achievements and connect with your stakeholders. Additionally, you can increase efficacy and accessibility, ensuring that all readers have a dynamic experience.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

What are matching grants and why should you want them? Some funders require grant seekers to raise a portion of the needed funding. The grantor will then match the amount of money raised to cover the cost of a project. The purpose of a matching grant is to encourage the recipient to increase its revenue and broaden its support base. Though there are challenges to meeting the criteria in order to apply for matching grants, the end result can yield a much greater return on the time and effort you

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

By M.J. Prest University of Chicago Medicine A rendering of the AbbVie Foundation Cancer Pavilion, expected to open in 2027 following the foundation’s $75 million gift to the University of Chicago. Also, the MassMutual Foundation committed $25 million to expand the reach of nonprofit community development financial institutions, and the Moody Foundation gave $25 million for neuroscience research.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Your fundraising appeals are often the only thing your donor sees from your nonprofit. Here's how your appeal's voice can encourage giving.

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Gail Perry Group

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Are you and your team happy with the level of board giving to your nonprofit? We get many questions about how to set up this delicate process so that it's actually successful, so here are our recommendations. We originally published this post a few years ago, and it's one of the most popular on our site. So today, we are updating it - to help you set up successful year-end giving from your board members. 7 Steps to Successfully Solicit Your Board Your Overall Strategy: Take Charge But.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When your grantmaking organization first started, you didn’t need a lot of functionality to manage your single program and a handful of grantees. But as your grantmaking has gotten more complex, you need a system that can evolve with you. With the several mergers happening in the grantmaking space, understanding the GMS landscape is trickier than ever.

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