Wild Apricot
JULY 29, 2022
If you’re starting a membership organization, one of the first things you’ll want to think about is how to collect membership dues. Membership managers often find it challenging to: Decide on a fair price and payment schedule for their.
Candid
JULY 26, 2022
The overhead myth is a pervasive challenge for nonprofits, often leading to organizations that are under-funded, unable to make an impact that aligns with their potential, and rapidly losing high-performing employees. It’s not a new concept; in fact, as far back as 2013, GuideStar (Candid’s predecessor organization along with Foundation Center), the BBB, and Charity Navigator came together to issue a call to stop the overhead myth. .
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NonProfit PRO
JULY 25, 2022
I am often asked for a formula for adding major gift officers (MGOs) to an organization. And while there are many variables to consider, they boil down to these four points.
DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services
JULY 29, 2022
We know that many grant professionals read a wide range of genres for both pleasure, but also for inspiration related to their professional work. So I suppose I shouldn’t have been as surprised by the large number of responses my request for book recommendations in our recent newsletter garnered in responses. I didn’t want to keep them all to myself, therefore, I present you with….
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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.
Wild Apricot
JULY 28, 2022
Donations are the lifeblood of any nonprofit! Not only do they bring in regular revenue, but they also represent the strength of your relationships with your supporters. Looking for an easy way to turn those supporters into donors? Then it’s.
Grants & Fundraising Brief brings together the best content for grants & fundraising professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 26, 2022
Becoming a data-driven organization has become well-accepted, and, in many cases, an expectation. But identifying the purpose for using data in your organization is key. Here are three primary purposes for using data that can assist with building your own strategy and ensuring success.
Double the Donation
JULY 29, 2022
Nonprofits are always pressed for funds, especially when it comes to their marketing budgets. There are so many exciting marketing ideas for nonprofits, but your organization might not have the resources to pull them off. It’s important for your organization to know how to market on a budget. Effective nonprofit marketing allows people to find […].
Qgiv
JULY 28, 2022
Awareness months are a great opportunity to shed some light on your nonprofit organization and the work it does. If your mission is related in some way to an existing awareness month, you should fundraise during that time. Why? Because people are often more engaged with causes during their related awareness months. Read on to learn about some of the different awareness months and how you can fundraise during these times.
Candid
JULY 27, 2022
When a crisis occurs—whether it’s the war in Ukraine or the COVID-19 pandemic—people seek up-to-date information. They want to understand, for example, how the crisis is evolving or how many people are affected. In the social sector, the questions that often emerge are: Which organizations are addressing the crisis? Who is funding them, and what activities do donors support?
NonProfit PRO
JULY 25, 2022
Your story is essential, and people want to hear it. Let’s review what makes donors respond to your marketing and how you can improve the effectiveness of your campaign.
Double the Donation
JULY 27, 2022
Corporate matching gifts can significantly benefit any institution’s fundraising efforts. Raising awareness of the programs is essential, however, as available opportunities are often overlooked. For colleges, universities, and other schools, matching gift videos may be just the answer you were looking for. In this guide, we’ll walk through the basics of matching gift videos (and […].
Qgiv
JULY 27, 2022
Who they are: MOVE Inclusive Dance is an inclusive dance studio that empowers individuals of all ability levels to learn life skills through dance. They use the power of movement and music to transform the lives of their students while creating an inviting and nurturing community for all. Founded in 2018, they’ve grown from being a small summer camp to a sustainable, year-round program that serves individuals across the United States.
Selfish Giving
JULY 27, 2022
I got two questions from readers last week that I would like your help answering. Here's the first question. ????? "I am working on a plan for a major campaign and would love to bring on some kind of media partner (e.g. New York Times, New York Magazine, New Yorker, the Atlantic, Wall Street Journal, etc.). I'm assuming having a media partner would help us attract corporate partners.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 28, 2022
Besides fundraising, Nonprofits have other business challenges. Some years, that means accommodating rising expenses while trying to overcome budget shortfalls. This year, according to the 2022 Nonprofit Industry Pulse Survey, many nonprofits named staffing shortages as a top issue — and they’re not alone in this.
Double the Donation
JULY 27, 2022
Email marketing is an extremely cost-effective way to reach out to your supporters. Compared to other types of marketing, email campaigns don’t require any physical materials or the same level of staff time. Not to mention, they also offer a higher response rate than other marketing methods such as direct mail or phone calls. Therefore, […].
Qgiv
JULY 27, 2022
It’s no secret that in the fundraising world, networking is the key to success. Making connections with corporate partners and maintaining strong donor relationships can open doors for your organization. But did you know there’s another way to use networking to take your fundraising strategy to the next level and double your organization’s impact? With network fundraising, you can multiply your fundraising efforts and turn your network into an invaluable fundraising tool for your organization.
Grant Writing Made Easy
JULY 25, 2022
I know there’s a lot of talk from economists about RECESSIONS right now. Whether we’re already in a recession or one is looming on the horizon, you might be wondering what it all means for your work and what you need to know about nonprofits and recessions. First, I want to share two terms that are key to understanding recessions. Procyclical. This word describes organizations that shrink when the economy is bad.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 26, 2022
Writing a call to action (CTA) that hits the spot every time is part art, and part science. CTAs need to be short, sweet, and to the point. Here are five examples of winning CTAs that you can draw inspiration from.
Double the Donation
JULY 26, 2022
These days, people are glued to their phones, and most would probably consider either texting or calling as their primary form of communication with others. Therefore, making sure the phone numbers you have for your supporters are up to date is essential for smooth and effective communication with them. Even if you know how important […].
Qgiv
JULY 26, 2022
Do you want corporate donations but don’t want to host another peer-to-peer fundraising event? There are other ways to engage corporations and get them involved and giving to your nonprofit. We put together several alternatives to sponsorships that you can use to raise more funds from corporate donations. Matching gifts drive. A great alternative to sponsorships is a matching gift drive.
NextAfter
JULY 27, 2022
Volunteers are the lifeblood of any organization. They donate their free time to further your mission, whether they’re marketing an upcoming event, engaging in advocacy outreach, or lending a hand to build a new homeless shelter for your organization. Especially for small organizations that don’t have a lot of staff bandwidth (such as youth service organizations that need mentors and food banks that fight against hunger), volunteers are instrumental in their success.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 27, 2022
In this episode of The NonProfit Voice Tech Series, Mark Becker, founding partner of Cathexis Partners and editorial advisory board member of NonProfit PRO, is joined by Karen Cincotti, assistant director of web and operations for the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, and Russ Oster, co-founder and CEO of Grassroots Unwired, to discuss event management technology.
Double the Donation
JULY 26, 2022
When collecting information from your supporters, you’ll probably capture bits and pieces of who they are. You’ll learn their names, email addresses, and phone numbers just to name a few. However, there are probably some snippets of information you don’t collect that could really benefit your organization’s understanding of your supporters.
Qgiv
JULY 25, 2022
When it comes to online fundraising, crowdfunding is a popular choice for people looking to leverage their networks and raise money quickly. However, crowdfunding isn’t always a perfect match for nonprofits. Platforms like GoFundMe don’t offer comprehensive fundraising solutions for nonprofits who want to connect with their donors and engage their supporters on a new level.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 25, 2022
In this edition, we discuss leadership and what nonprofit leaders need to know about leading their organizations in the digital age. What are the new rules of leadership? How has it changed? And what will it take to drive your nonprofit to success in 2022 and beyond? Get answers to these questions and more inside of this month's ZGIVE INSIDER!
NonProfit PRO
JULY 29, 2022
The director of development is the senior fundraising manager at a nonprofit organization. The director, who collaborates closely with the CFO, is responsible for securing nonprofit revenue from individuals, corporations, organizations, associations and foundations through a variety of means. But what does it take to get there?
NonProfit PRO
JULY 29, 2022
In this session, we'll review the results of our 2022 Top Funder Decision Factors survey of foundations, charitable trusts, and corporate giving programs from across the country and define how nonprofits can use outcome-focused data to stand out and secure more funding. We'll then hear from Stephen Crano, Data Management Analyst at Brooklyn Community Services as he discusses how Apricot decreased reporting time at his organization.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 28, 2022
From increased revenue to improved volunteer and donor engagement, new data from 99designs by Vista reveals how investing in professional design and visual branding creates tangible financial benefits for charities and nonprofit organizations around the world. .
NonProfit PRO
JULY 29, 2022
In this episode, we speak with Julie Packard, an international leader and groundbreaking innovator for environmental conservation. As the Executive Director of the Monterey Bay Sea Aquarium, which she helped found in the 1970s, the Aquarium has led the way in becoming one of the nation's leading ocean conservation organizations. Julie has received numerous honors and awards and she is only the second woman in the marine sciences and conservation to have a commissioned portrait in the National Po
NonProfit PRO
JULY 29, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic tested the core principles of the corporate, institutional and individual philanthropic sectors, as nonprofits around the world had to adjust to a rapidly-shifting economic environment. Adversity, however, created new opportunities.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 28, 2022
Nonprofits can and should utilize special days like Valentine’s Day, Earth Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and even World Toilet Day for special giving campaigns.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 27, 2022
The NGO toolkit covers all key NGO operational areas, including online and offline donation collection, volunteer relationship management platform, event and volunteer resource management and volunteer intranet for online NGO member communication.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 29, 2022
A new survey of not-for-profit executives by UHY reveals that, for more than half of organizations, funding remained level or decreased over the past year — but not-for-profits seek to close the gap with new technology and programming.
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