Hands-On Fundraising

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Winning a new donor is always an exciting feat. Your mission has inspired yet another individual to support your cause, and that’s something to celebrate. However, once you pull in new donors, it’s time to start strategizing how to keep them around. Too few nonprofits focus on donor retention, and the numbers show it. In […] The post How to Segment New Donors for Effective Communications appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Clairification

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is in the news so much these days, I thought I’d help us all take a step back to discover, or finally understand, some of the basics. What it can do; what it can’t. Towards that end, my “special feature” this week includes some different perspectives on AI basics. And, of course, I couldn’t omit what the inimitable Seth Godin has to say (below).

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Since Title IX's enactment in 1972, female athletes, activists, and donors have steadily fueled a slow-burning revolution in women's sports, culminating in today's record-breaking participation. By Sara Herschander Vadim Ghirda, AP Recent years have seen unprecedented levels of donations and investment into women’s sports. One donation of $4 million went to support the 2024 Olympic medal-winning USA Women’s Rugby Sevens team, above.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

As part of your fundraising strategy, advisory board members must engage in fundraising. Here's how to make sure they actively participate.

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Veritus Group

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Good fundraising means that your interactions with donors are centered on the donor – not on you or your organization's effectiveness. The post It’s Not About You appeared first on Veritus Group.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Individualized support helped our own children. We’re committing $25 million to Oakland schools so all students have the same opportunity. By Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry Getty Images for Eat. Learn. Play. Steph and Ayesha Curry read to students at Lockwood STEAM Academy in Oakland, Calif. Individualized support helped our own children. We’re committing $25 million to Oakland schools so all students have the same opportunity.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The value of volunteer time is perpetually affected by how well you manage your volunteer team. For example, if you offer a helpful orientation volunteers will know exactly how they can contribute. Additionally, building virtual volunteering opportunities also allows you to network with international volunteers to increase your reach. Also, did you know?

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Is your team equipped to get reporting, budgeting, grant management, audits, and payroll right? This guide covers the bases – download to understand nonprofit-specific functionality, how to navigate the process, FAQs, and ways to ensure your team is positioned to support your organization’s long-term financial health.

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Aly Sterling Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Nonprofit feasibility studies allow you to assess your capacity to launch a large-scale fundraising campaign. Learn how to conduct one and maximize results. The post Nonprofit Feasibility Studies: How to Maximize Your Results first appeared on Aly Sterling Philanthropy.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Researchers argue that companies and nonprofits can prosper when they make sustainable, social, and environmental impact central to their missions. By Leonard L. Berry, Lerzan Aksoy, and Tracey Danaher PeopleImages/iStock via Getty Images Plus Researchers argue that companies and nonprofits can prosper when they make sustainable, social, and environmental impact central to their missions.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Do you know how to write an engaging LOI to make a strong first impression on potential funders? GrantWatch knows that a well-crafted Letter of Intent (LOI) is often your first step to securing vital grant funding. This brief document can set the stage for your entire application, giving you a chance to showcase your organization’s vision and objectives.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In California this election year, we’re seeing efforts to reverse recent gains to advance racial and economic equity. But community and labor leaders, housing and other advocacy groups, and environmental justice organizations are fighting back. There’s a push from the ground up to strengthen civic participation, increase affordable housing, and secure resources for schools and communities.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 4, 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.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The gift from Gary Michelson and his wife, Alya, will create an immunology research center aimed at developing new treatments to prevent and cure diseases. By Maria Di Mento David Hume Kennerly A $120 million donation from Gary and Alya Michelson will help UCLA launch the California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy. Plus, three prominent LA museums land an art collection and $15 million for acquisitions, and medical students in Baltimore to benefit from $10 million for scholarships.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Managing a nonprofit takes patience, hard work, and a lot of organization. From planning peer-to-peer fundraisers to properly marketing your online campaigns, there’s an endless number of items on your to-do lists. Plus, there’s many challenges you have to overcome, such as limited staff capacity, rising costs, and inadequate finances. That’s why it’s essential to carefully choose the right software solutions to support your operations–the right tool can drive a high ROI for your fundraising eff

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Senior Citizens are a valuable resource to protect and embrace. Too often, our seniors are overlooked as the vital and dynamic section of our society they represent. While some seniors do need extra care, many are fully capable and independent. With approximately 62 million seniors in the U.S., making up about 18% of the population, it’s important to recognize their significant contributions and potential.

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Capital Campaign Pro

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Season 4, Episode 4 In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt dive deep into one of the most critical questions facing nonprofit leaders: “How do you know if your organization is ready for a capital campaign?” As seasoned campaign experts, Amy and Andrea walk you through the essential indicators that signal whether your nonprofit […] The post Podcast: Are You Ready for a Capital Campaign?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Jen Shang and Adrian Sargeant's analysis of 48 major philanthropists reveals large donations are often motivated not by a cause but by the giver's quest for self-meaning. By Maria Di Mento Getty Images Jen Shang and Adrian Sargeant's analysis of 48 major philanthropists reveals large donations are often motivated not by a cause but by the giver's quest for self-meaning.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Since 1996, we’ve revolutionized donor incentivization for non-profits by eliminating traditional barriers—no more inventory hassles or invoicing surprises! With your support, we’re excited to launch our new, cost-effective program designed for a broader audience. Interested in learning more? Book a meeting today with Roger Burnett, CAS—we can’t wait to connect and share the magic!

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

The new school year is officially in full swing and GrantWatch has back-to-school K12 grants to spare! K-12 educators and administrators are on the lookout for ways to enhance their students’ learning experiences. Back-to-school grants offer a valuable opportunity to secure the resources for things like academic programs, technology upgrades, and classroom supplies.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Discover why volunteers are the key to building and expanding your donor base by converting passionate volunteers into committed donors. In this session, Geng Wang discusses why volunteers are the key to building your donor pipeline and expanding your donor base. Studies have shown volunteers are some of your best donor prospects and volunteering also retains existing donors.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Google.org's artificial intelligence pivot echoes the $2 trillion company's quest to become more A.I.-centric. By Sara Herschander Google Google.org's artificial intelligence pivot echoes the $2 trillion company's quest to become more A.I.-centric.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The world of nonprofit technology is exciting, but it can also be easy to fall into traps. Here are some common technology mistakes to avoid.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Listen to the trailer here. I’m thrilled to announce that the Giving Done Right podcast is returning for another season! This summer, CEP’s president Phil Buchanan and I have been busy in […] The post The Giving Done Right Podcast is Back for Season Four appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, only one in three fourth graders in the United States was reading at grade level, only one in four eighth graders was proficient in math, and rates of chronic absence had skyrocketed. These trends, highlighted in the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s annual KIDS COUNT Data Book , are alarming: Too few children are graduating from high school ready to earn because many aren’t arriving ready to learn—or not regularly attending school at all.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

By M.J. Prest Courtesy of Joya Banerjee Joya Banerjee will be head of U.S. programs at Waverley Street Foundation. Also, the Associated Press Foundation for Journalism has named its inaugural executive director, and Georgetown U.’s Center for Public and Nonprofit Leadership will install a new director in January.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

DonorDrive unveiled 20 product enhancements to help nonprofits increase revenue from individual giving, peer-to-peer fundraising, and more.

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Gail Perry Group

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

As we know, capital campaigns are HUGE opportunities for nonprofits. They can help expand mission impact, reach more people, and create lasting change. But success isn't just about having a great cause and being financially prepared. Your organization's image also matters. It actually matters a lot to major donors because they will be entrusting their gifts to your organization.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Taking the time to proofread, revise, and edit your grant proposals can elevate them from good to great. It's also probably one of the tasks most frequently left undone due to time constraints and a lack of planning. But skipping this step can diminish the effectiveness of your proposals. To avoid this pitfall, integrate a strategic approach to editing within your grantwriting process.

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Future Fundraising Now

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Just got this piece in the mail from the ACLU : We are not a recent donors to the ACLU, so this is donor acquisition. And I’m quite sure I’ve seen this before a number of times, but with a key difference: It has been a “normal” envelope color, a light brown we usually call manila. Now it’s shockingly, almost sickeningly, bright green!

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Strong donor relationships are the cornerstone of successful fundraising. However, traditional engagement strategies can feel transactional - failing to create deep, meaningful connections that drive long-term impact. This guide will shift your perspective from mere engagement to genuine connection, offering insights and practical steps to foster lasting relationships with your donors.

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Veritus Group

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

How you hold space during donor meetings impacts everything! Operate from a grounded place of confidence by bringing your best energy into the room. The post The Four Steps to Better Donor Meetings Begin with You appeared first on Veritus Group.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In the launch of a new interview series for The Commons, the Giving Pledge member and influential donor talks about the keys to bringing people together on tough issues. By Chronicle Staff In the launch of a new interview series for The Commons, the Giving Pledge member and influential donor talks about the keys to bringing people together on tough issues.

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