Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 16, 2023

Thanking your donors is just as important, if not more important than fundraising. Yet many organizations spend a lot of time putting together a fundraising campaign and treat thanking their donors as an afterthought. Donor retention continues to be a problem. Prioritizing gratitude and donor relations will help. If you don’t do a good job of thanking your donors, as well as building relationships throughout the year, you’ll have a hard time getting people to people to donate again.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 15, 2023

Summertime… and the livin’ is easy Fish are jumpin’…and the cotton is high We all know that staying connected with your donors throughout the year is critical. How else to foster a sense of engagement and commitment that goes beyond a one-time donation? And summer offers a unique opportunity for you to rekindle connections with your donors.

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Clairification

AUGUST 17, 2023

In Take Heed Nonprofits: The Sky is Not Falling, but it’s Cloudy we looked at trends in giving and how this might impact your strategic fundraising planning. Some of the data-based take-aways included: Less Donors and Dollars Overall Less Individual Donors — Shrinking Slice of Fundraising Pie More Foundation and Corporate Giving Focus of Giving Changed – or Did It?

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The Fundraiser Coach

AUGUST 17, 2023

Sometimes, you only understand how good a thing is when you look back on it. Such is the case with the boss in my very first job - Cliff Sanderlin. My first fundraising job was at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. What a great mission, what great healing, what changed lives! Harborview was (and still is) a Level I trauma center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho.

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Tony Martignetti

AUGUST 14, 2023

John Mark Vanderpool: Impact Metrics First, we resolve any confusion over impact versus outcomes and outputs. Then, John Mark Vanderpool continues by sharing how to measure your impact, and how to market your impact. He’s co-founder of Social Impact Solutions. They have a free quiz to see if you’re leaving money on the table. It’s … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for August 14, 2023: Impact Metrics → John Mark Vanderpool: Impact Metrics First, we resolve any confusion

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Clairification

AUGUST 14, 2023

Philanthropic giving has been on a downswing for a while, but this past year’s data is notable due to distinct changes in donor behavior. I don’t want you throwing your hands up in despair. Rather, I want you to take a good hard look at the data so you can develop a plan with strategies that will give you the best chances for success in the current era.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 17, 2023

Blackbaud announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2023. Compared with last year's quarter 2 results, GAAP total revenue was $271.0 million, up 2.3%, with $262.4 million in GAAP recurring revenue, up 3.9%. Non-GAAP organic recurring revenue increased 4.4%.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 18, 2023

My Fundraising HayDay podcast co-host and dear friend Amanda Day experienced a new way of looking at things during a recent vacation. While the new ice cream flavors and beautiful seascapes she discovered along the coast of Maine must have been breathtaking, a singular revelation came to her as she squinted at her phone. A friend noticed her discomfort and lent her reading glasses—literally changing how Amanda saw everything!

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

A well-rounded fundraising plan should include a variety of strategies like a signature event, appeals, monthly giving, and at least one online fundraising campaign. It’s an online-fundraising-friendly environment out there, with everything from donate buttons for your Facebook page to crowdfunding sites that leverage the power of relationships. But it’s not a “build it and they will come” situation.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 15, 2023

By Eboo Patel I’ve seen firsthand how volunteering can bridge deep political divides, says the author, who praises a new bipartisan report prescribing “Civic CPR” to bring the nation together.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2023

I have heard many nonprofit executive directors and fundraisers say, “My board just won’t do any fundraising.” I’ve also heard, “My board doesn’t understand anything about fundraising.” Here is a non-exhaustive list of actions board members can take to help with fundraising.

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OneCause

AUGUST 18, 2023

Learn why you should invest time in a volunteer program and how to get started to drive value and ambassadors for your cause.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 17, 2023

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of AI and its impact on product marketing, competitor analysis, and strategic decision-making. Our industry experts will share valuable insights, best practices, and real-world examples to inspire and guide your AI journey. If you are interested in learning insights, best practices, and seeing real-world examples to inspire and guide your AI implementation journey in an ethical manner, this webinar is for you!

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 16, 2023

By Tamar Kosky Lazarus Lameck Ododo The worst drought in 40 years is wreaking havoc on remote communities in Kenya like the Kakuma Refugee Camp, which rarely make front-page news or capture the attention of philanthropy program officers. Donors who are serious about addressing the climate crisis need to pay attention to places like Kenya’s Kakuma Refugee Camp and other nearly invisible communities across the globe.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2023

Qgiv's "Sustainable Giving Report" analyzes responses from a survey of fundraising professionals and donors detailing how nonprofit organizations have fared in the face of inflation and the Great Resignation. The findings show a need to address burnout and unsustainable fundraising practices.

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Blue Avocado

AUGUST 14, 2023

Getting feedback from those that you serve — and not assuming you know what they need — can help your nonprofit serve your community. Who knows what a community needs most? The community! Let’s face it: the nonprofit field has an elephant in the room we’ve been ignoring for too long. We think we know […] The post Can You Hear Us Now? Using Feedback to Create Community-Centered Services appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 16, 2023

Grant writing and proposal-development skills can be learned and developed over years of practice and enhancement. In this two-part blog series, I will share some ways to improve your proposal-writing skills for free.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 18, 2023

By putting the stories of young people front and center, the small public-interest law firm has been a "leading light" in the climate litigation field. By Eden Stiffman Thom Bridge, Independent Record, AP Sixteen young people, ages 5 to 22, sued Montana for its permissive approach to fossil fuels, testifying that the state had violated their constitutional rights to a clean and healthful environment.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 14, 2023

About 81% of Americans said they make charitable donations, and 26 million people work for companies offering company match programs to employees. Here are five key engagement tactics to help nonprofits build ongoing relationships with current and potential donors with access to a corporate match program.

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Instrumentl

AUGUST 18, 2023

Finding funders for grants is hard. In this post, we dig into all the fundamentals you need to know to succeed, including what to look for when finding funders, how to find foundation or corporate grants as well as how to find government grants.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 17, 2023

As new technology develops, nonprofits face the unique challenge of making a lasting impact on their communities while navigating limited resources. Social media has emerged as a powerful tool, allowing organizations to connect with their audience on a more personal level. Among the various platforms, Threads has gained immense popularity for its ability to tell compelling stories and engage followers.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 18, 2023

The nonprofit, which collects contributions to help teachers buy classroom supplies, is seeing a lot of engagement from donors at a time when overall giving is down, especially among young people. By Glenn Gamboa, AP Business Writer NEW YORK AP Photo/Evan Vucci Earlier this month, Bill Gates announced his foundation was giving $2 million to match 50 percent of all DonorsChoose pledges for one day.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 17, 2023

GiveSmart announced its platform's latest innovation, Automated Data Sync. The time savings involved with Automated Data Sync, combined with the accuracy it affords, makes reporting, progress to goals, and increasing donor retention easier than ever.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 18, 2023

When launching the Sustainable Giving Report , Qgiv aimed to find solutions to many of the challenges fundraisers are facing. Since 2020, fundraisers have confronted many obstacles that affect them and their nonprofit teammates, including the Great Resignation, burnout, and limited resources to meet their goals. Our previous blog, the Economy’s Impact on Philanthropy , detailed how economic instability has changed fundraising.

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Community Boost

AUGUST 16, 2023

We’re thrilled to share insights on the tremendous potential of nonprofit fundraising partnerships and how they can propel your organization’s impact to new heights. In this article, we’ll guide you through how to build strong and fruitful partnerships that will create a lasting legacy of change. Unleashing the Potential of Nonprofit Fundraising Partnerships Nonprofit fundraising partnerships wield extraordinary power.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 16, 2023

Grant makers' assets are estimated to have increased almost 8 percent during the first half of 2023 as global stock markets recovered from a tough 2022, according to a new report. By Yesica Balderrama Spencer Platt, Getty Images Grant makers' assets are estimated to have increased almost 8 percent during the first half of 2023 as global stock markets recovered from a tough 2022, according to a new report.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 17, 2023

Nonprofits are traditionally lean organizations that depend on a mix of volunteers and paid staff. This makes meeting IT needs challenging. Here are three ways that growing nonprofits can plan ahead to create operational efficiencies in managing technical tools.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 17, 2023

In the heart of every nonprofit organization lies a dream to bring about change, to make a positive impact, and to give a voice to the voiceless. But to make these dreams a reality, one pivotal question often arises: "Is it worth hiring a grant writer?". This guide will unravel the intricacies of this question and guide you in making an informed decision.

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AmpliFund

AUGUST 16, 2023

When the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) introduced revisions to the Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG) in 2020, there was a notable focus on performance. These are not just inconsequential suggestions. These revisions clarified that if a federal awarding agency determines there is “non-performance” on the part of the recipient of federal funds, they can either cancel the award or reduce the amount of funding.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 18, 2023

By James Pollard And Thalia Beaty, Associated Press AP Photo/Rick Bowmer The wildfire on the island of Maui has killed more than 100 people and displaced thousands. Nonprofits are struggling to deliver aid to Maui, but mutual-aid groups and local businesses are helping out. Volunteers have cobbled together countless improvised, urgent solutions in response to the country's deadliest wildfire in over a century.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Sometimes you need help. Whatever the reason - bandwidth, expertise, mental stagnation – the Turnkey community has the person who can help. We’ll help you understand what you need, and whether your organization is ready to move forward. If the answer is no, then we’ll help you figure that out. And when the answer is “yes,” we’ll put the right people with you, over the right time period.

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Veritus Group

AUGUST 16, 2023

If you're nervous about asking for a gift, you're not alone. Permission-Based Asking gives you the tools you need to approach the ask in a way that honors your donor. The post Are YOU Afraid to Ask? appeared first on Veritus Group.

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Selfish Giving

AUGUST 16, 2023

Back in April, after using my newsletter to plug my presentation on case studies at the Engage for Good Conference in Atlanta, so many people pre-registered for my session that we ran out of room! EFG head honcho and New Yorker David Hessekiel asked me (on his hands and knees with a Red Sox hat on, no less) if I would consider doing an encore presentation via Zoom in August.

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