Not Your Father's Charity

AUGUST 17, 2022

You built a strong brand and have a loyal following. You’re also a social media pro with a successful social media strategy and following. You’ve made the right connections and have a thriving nonprofit—at least that’s what you think. Did you ever think you could be making LinkedIn mistakes? Perhaps you’re reminded when a new team member starts discussing the metrics and that mysterious, elusive thing called a “brand.” It’s not something you can see, hea

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 19, 2022

Being smaller is no excuse for not making a heroic effort; your mission deserves smart fundraising. And smart fundraising means taking advantage of these big opportunities.

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Blue Avocado

AUGUST 15, 2022

“[T]he fruit tree yielding fruit after its kind, whose seed is in itself…” – Genesis 1.11 Article In Brief: The Problem: Creating new nonprofit leaders is not an automatic process. Lack of leadership development will hamper the health and long-term sustainability of the organization. Why it Happens: Nonprofit executives do not cultivate the mindset necessary […].

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 19, 2022

Once upon a time in the kingdom of Grantlandia lived a lonely grant scribe who yearned to convince King Thomas the Tightfisted and Queen Attachmentia Excessiva to release their treasure to the people so that all could prosper. (Also, the nameless grant writer knew darn well that the Royal family was sitting on the money they had inherited or had unfairly taxed—but that is another story for another day.

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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

AUGUST 18, 2022

Black leaders driving social innovation is not a new phenomenon. . From the civil rights leaders and Black Panther Party to the Black social change leaders of today , Black communities have wielded social innovation as a tool to design and determine their own futures, build collective power, and achieve liberation. . However, research over the last decade has painted a clear picture of the disparities that Black leaders face in philanthropy.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 18, 2022

Among the thousands of nonprofits that use CauseVox, we’re always amazed at the impact each organization makes everyday. In our effort to highlight brilliant changemakers, we sat down with Cylinda Nickel at Compassion Services International to dive deeper into their global fundraising initiatives – particularly their work for Ukraine- and hear about her top fundraising tips.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 15, 2022

Online giving is a great way to raise money. It’s free (or seems to be at first glance) and easy – you set up a campaign and people come find you to give, right? Not really. Online fundraising CAN be effective, but it’s a lot more complicated than it appears. It’s more than just posting a page then waiting for people to show up and click the “Donate Now” button.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 19, 2022

The ability to create, manage, and sign documents virtually is becoming increasingly crucial for nonprofits that operate remotely. TechSoup partner airSlate enables you to do exactly that, helping you to create legally binding documents and sign them through its e-signature service, signNow.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2022

Twitter offers countless benefits for nonprofits. However, to enjoy these benefits, you must create a strategy that considers the unique features and qualities of this platform. Read on for seven best practices to adopt to market on Twitter successfully.

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Selfish Giving

AUGUST 17, 2022

Every other week I get a newsletter in my inbox called The Authority. It's all about how consultants like me can get more clients by being a visible authority in their particular area of expertise. Last week, the author of the newsletter, Luk Smeyer , shared an article that's relevant to consultants AND to partnership teams. Luk discussed the importance of targeting existing clients and referenced a graph from Forrester called the B2B Revenue Waterfall.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 18, 2022

Given the In difficult times, nonprofits provide life-changing support to people affected by financial hardship. substantial impact of nonprofit activity, many companies and people want to give back to their organization but don’t have the means to do so. Moreover, it’s incredibly frustrating for your nonprofit if you’re in danger of not reaching your fundraising goals , and there are people willing and ready to help who cannot contribute financially.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 15, 2022

Marketing channels and platforms are evolving every day, and your audience's behaviors are changing. Similar to any business, nonprofits need to adapt to these changes, know where their audience exists online, and provide them with a holistic experience centered around their communication preferences.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 16, 2022

Co-leadership isn’t new. It is, however, a growing trend in the nonprofit world, where we continue to explore ways to share power and strengthen our organizations’ leadership and stability.

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Bonterra

AUGUST 15, 2022

Bonterra Homepage bonterra_admin Mon, 08/15/2022 - 16:44 The Bonterra Difference We enable social good organizations with the best-in-class software they need to drive impact. Innovative Technology We invest in intuitive technology to make your work easier, more efficient, and more effective. Unmatched Expertise We are innovation and industry advocates who champion the doers, raising the bar for how you make positive social change happen.

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OneCause

AUGUST 19, 2022

The post Online Fundraising: Why You Need It and 5 Tips to Maximize Results appeared first on OneCause.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 16, 2022

The Midwest Assistance Program (MAP) and its all-remote team help rural and tribal communities tackle issues with their utility infrastructure. TechSoup recently supported MAP's tech needs with the Managed IT service ,* empowering MAP to continue providing its services to communities all across the Midwest.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 19, 2022

An organization that was once a thriving enterprise had a several million-dollar budget, an impressive board of directors, multiple employees and a very capable executive leader. Over time, foundation revenue plunged, board members resigned, employees left and the organization began to fail.

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Fundraising HayDay

AUGUST 18, 2022

Whether you develop grant proposals or work with donors, we are all storytellers. And it's vital that we share the same messages about our organization, the community we serve, and the work we do. T. Clay Buck knows a thing or two about the power of messaging, and he shares insights on how we can all work together to get the job done. Whether you develop grant proposals or work with donors, we are all storytellers.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2022

When it comes to the world of peer-to-peer fundraising, dance-a-thons are one of the most unique and engaging fundraisers. No matter what you’re fundraising for, hosting a dance-a-thon can help you raise lots of money while also giving your supporters the opportunity to get moving and have fun. What is a dance-a-thon fundraiser? A dance-a-thon is a type of peer-to-peer fundraiser where fundraisers commit to dancing for a certain number of hours in exchange for donations and pledges from sponsors

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Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 14, 2022

It’s back-to-school season, one of my favorite times of the year. As I’m in the business of teaching grant writing online and I want my students to have incredible success , I think a lot about how to learn as a nonprofit professional. Since I started in 2016, I’ve had the opportunity to teach thousands of nonprofit leaders. These are folks who amaze me every single day with all they accomplish, their passion, and their dedication.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2022

As the Great Resignation continues, learning and development opportunities have proven key to retaining employees. The good news is that this can be done with a few, easy-to-implement strategies and on a shoestring budget.

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Candid

AUGUST 16, 2022

As we get ready to observe Women’s Equality Day on August 26, we celebrate and advocate for women having an equal voice. . Gender equality within nonprofits is not a special project. It should not be a consideration for a better bottom line, nor should it be cut when funding is tight. After all, women account for half the population in the world and more than half in nonprofit organizations.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 18, 2022

Donating to your nonprofit organization should be easy and effortless! The fewer decisions donors have to make, the simpler it is for them to give. Plus, a painless process means it’s less likely they’ll abandon the donation partway through. However, a clunky donation form with too many options has the opposite effect, frustrating donors and deterring donations.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 16, 2022

Your fundraising approach may be excluding valuable donors. If you aren’t making fundraising diversity a priority in your strategy, you are leaving dollars—and support—on the table. Virtual events are successful because they are easily accessible. Over and over, we saw nonprofits hold massively successful virtual events at the height of the pandemic.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 17, 2022

In newer startup organizations, culture begins to take shape through experiences led by those at the top. The inaugural leader has their own vision and values they bring to the table, which the organization experiences over the long arc of time. Culture doesn’t happen on day five, day 50 or even day 500. .

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 18, 2022

In “The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything,” Stephen M.R. Covey shares that when trust in a relationship increases, speed goes up with it and cost comes down. Everything happens faster and costs less because trust has been established.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 18, 2022

New Mastercard guidelines will change the rules for subscription payments, which include nonprofit recurring gifts, processed by the payment provider. These requirements need to be implemented by Sept. 22.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 18, 2022

The Giving Block will begin offering stock and card donation processing capabilities beginning in the fall of 2022. The stock and card donation processing options will be available to the 2,000-plus nonprofit customers subscribed to The Giving Block’s flagship crypto fundraising solution.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 17, 2022

When you equip boards to confidently participate in your year-end efforts, the results can be amazing. Their voices and connections amplify your work and lead to even greater mission impact during the time of year when most philanthropy occurs.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2022

Is your organization overwhelmed by the need to implement a comprehensive digital fundraising strategy? Or, if you've started your digital transformation journey, are you stumped about how to scale your methods? In the Cycle of the Digital Donor Playbook, you’ll learn digital marketing and fundraising tactics, channels to execute online donor acquisition and engagement strategies, and best practices.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2022

Pledge 1% announces that a growing number of top cloud companies on the Cloud 100 list have committed to leveraging their assets for good. Of the 100 companies on the list, nearly 30% are Pledge 1% members, reflecting a more engaged business culture.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2022

This guide covers all the fundamental elements you need to evaluate your fundraising strategy, build a rock-solid fundraising toolkit, maximize giving, and expand your overall supporter base. Download The Essential Guide to Nonprofit Fundraising today and start raising more money!

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2022

Register Today and join us for this highly interactive conversational webinar to hear directly from Pat Burke, Director of Finance and Administration at the Jewish Federation and Foundation of Northeast Florida about how he has overcome the challenges he faced, as do many other organizations, with daily administrative efforts and fundraising initiatives.

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