Wild Apricot

JUNE 2, 2022

“I’m drowning here! I wish I could afford an admin assistant!” This is what an association manager posted in a Facebook Group I’m a part of.

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Management Software 103

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 1, 2022

The reality is that with more than 1.5 million nonprofits in the U.S., there's a lot of duplication. And donors are more selective, which means you must work twice as hard to give them a reason to provide you with their hard-earned money. Let’s explore six reasons why it’s time to close your nonprofit.

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Nonprofit 111

Tech Soup

JUNE 3, 2022

Small nonprofits are often the lifeblood of their communities, providing essential services on very limited budgets with only a few paid team members. Investing in technology can be difficult when time and money are short, but it's important to equip your team with robust tools in order to work towards your mission securely and efficiently.

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Budget Nonprofit IT 102

Blue Avocado

MAY 31, 2022

Every nonprofit has that project which is both vital to the organization but beyond their reach. It might be a new accounting system, a website upgrade, a fundraising strategy, or a complete strategic plan. That project is always on the to-do list but there is never the time or knowledge to begin working on it. […]. The post Up Your Game with Skills-based Volunteering appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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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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Wild Apricot

JUNE 1, 2022

QuickBooks is a ubiquitous tool among small to mid-sized businesses, but did you know that it’s also a great accounting software option for nonprofits? If you run a nonprofit, the importance of meticulous record keeping cannot be overstated.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 3, 2022

From accidental data loss, to viruses that can destabilize your systems, nonprofits are more susceptible than they might think to cybersecurity threats. Make sure you identify the weaknesses in your systems and invest in training and tools to reinforce them. All organizations need reliable data backups, antivirus software, and education for their staff on spotting and mitigating an attempted attack.

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Nonprofit Training Software Education 100

Candid

JUNE 1, 2022

Whether you’re a nonprofit professional with decades of experience or thinking about starting your own organization , you know how crucial donations are for fueling a nonprofit’s ability to deliver on its mission. One of the most recent trends we’re seeing in the fundraising world is digital-first fundraising. In this approach, nonprofits launch campaigns exclusively online, rather than using digital tools as a secondary source of revenue. .

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The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 3, 2022

Have you noticed a change in your email open rates? Do they seem to have drastically increased? That increase isn’t what you think. Apple’s Mail Privacy Protection. Even if you’re not an iPhone user, you may remember all the news about a year ago when Apple shared its new privacy protections, particularly with email. As a consumer, I love turning on as many privacy features as possible.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 2, 2022

Writing a successful fundraising communication — be it an e-appeal, social media post, direct mail letter, personal letter, program copy or anything else — can feel daunting. Especially given the high rate of failure (since 100% response is rare), having to write the ask can seem like a pathway to failure.

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Media Fundraising IT 111

Qgiv

JUNE 2, 2022

Who they are. Camp Fire Sunshine helps youth dig deep inside and discover their “sparks,” their personally defined nuggets of potential. Helping a young person become who they want to be takes time and encouragement. It takes paying attention to what sparks a passion. At Camp Fire, that’s what they do. They listen, encourage, and provide the opportunity to uncover each young person’s unique interests.

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Annual Giving Network

JUNE 1, 2022

Uncover one way to work with major gift officers to boost annual fund results at the end of the year. The post Soliciting Managed Prospects for Year-End Gifts appeared first on AGN.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 1, 2022

Many nonprofits are shifting their focus away from less reliable fundraising revenue sources and toward this new fundraising strategy. For more than two years now, it’s been a tough environment in which to meet nonprofit fundraising goals. Even as some symptoms of the pandemic ebb, other economic conditions grow worse—rising gas prices, inflation, and cuts in government programs.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 3, 2022

In your experience, have you dealt with board volunteers that have contributed the right combination of time, talent and treasure needed? Do board members in your organization understand their roles and responsibility to assist their nonprofit generally and with fundraising specifically?

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 1, 2022

I don't recommend sending cold emails to prospective partners. I have a rule I've been teaching people during my coaching sessions that you shouldn't email a prospect unless you have. An overwhelming value proposition that must be shared (e.g. "The audience that attends my event is the perfect audience for your business." ) A personal connection or referral that can put you on the prospect's radar screen.

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Media Donation IT 52

Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2022

Every nonprofit wants to land a “whale,” a donor that gives huge amounts to your cause. But while major donors are important , they’re fewer in number than potential donors willing to give smaller amounts over time. That’s where micro donations come in! Small gifts can not only grow your donor base but also appeal to younger audiences and potential recurring donors.

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Double the Donation

MAY 31, 2022

As one of the most popular forms of corporate philanthropy, matching gifts are on the rise. This CSR tactic provides an easy way for organizations like yours to double incoming donations. However, many organizations are not taking full advantage of matching gifts?—largely due to a lack of understanding (among donors and staff alike) about the […].

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Donation Fundraising 52

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 2, 2022

Have you ever wondered why wires have a tendency to tangle up in ways you’d never imagined when you put them away? I always marvel as to why this happens.

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Fundraising 119

CauseVox

MAY 31, 2022

A raffle is unequivocally a great fundraising tool for any nonprofit. While traditional raffles can be lucrative and fun, they can also be a timesuck when it comes to prep. That’s why we want to introduce you to the concept of a 50/50 raffle. What Is A 50/50 Raffle? A 50/50 raffle works just like any other raffle. The difference is that the prize is half of the amount raised through ticket sales.

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Qgiv

MAY 31, 2022

Sheryl Soukup, CFRE, is the founder and President of Soukup Strategic Solutions , a full-service consulting company helping nonprofits maximize their impact in fundraising, marketing, strategic planning, and governance. Board retreats create an electric kind of energy for me. Whether I’m participating as a board member or facilitating a retreat for others, I’m lit up with anticipation as I get ready to attend a retreat.

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Strategic Plan Goals Nonprofit Government 52

Tech Soup

JUNE 2, 2022

Windows Pro full operating system is Microsoft's full operating system installation for organizations and a brand-new donation offer. This offer grants access to Windows Pro licenses at just $16 each and is only available through TechSoup. This license enables access to Windows 11 Pro, but if you do not meet the PC compatibility requirements, it allows you to downgrade to Windows 10 Pro as well.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 1, 2022

Corporate sponsors share what has worked in building their relationships with nonprofits. Your nonprofit's staff or board members might not know your mission statements verbatim, but your corporate partner might surprise you.

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Nonprofit 105

OneCause

JUNE 1, 2022

The post Driving Donor Engagement: 6 Strategies for LGBTQIA+ Fundraisers appeared first on OneCause.

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Fundraising 59

Get Fully Funded

MAY 31, 2022

It’s scary to get halfway through the year and realize you are NOT on track to meet your fundraising goal. Or maybe you find yourself approaching the end of your fiscal year and you’re not going to make your goal. Either way, it’s a problem, but it might not be your fault. Sluggish fundraising happens to quality organizations with solid fundraising plans in place.

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NextAfter

MAY 31, 2022

The only way to truly know what works to increase donation and grow generosity is to test. And when I say “test”, I don’t mean: “We tried that last year, and it didn’t work.” “We started doing that in our emails, and our open rates have been better.” “We did that on our donation page, and our donors say they love it.” “We can’t do that – our board doesn’t like it.”.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 3, 2022

When you think about your nonprofit’s technology strategy, donor data might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But maybe it should.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 3, 2022

Merkle announced the launch of its Inflation Resilience Dashboard. With inflation at its highest level in decades, the interactive dashboard provides business leaders and marketers with critical consumer insights to help influence key marketing and business decisions.

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IT 98

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 2, 2022

Data Axle’s CTV advertising playbook is filled with best practices and tactics to help nonprofits get the most out of their CTV campaigns; and truly integrate CTV into a long-term, omnichannel strategy. Download the playbook to learn about consumer behavior, data-driven insights, and discover a nonprofit case study that increased mission awareness and donations by incorporating CTV.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 1, 2022

GoFundMe, the trusted leader in online fundraising, announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Classy, the leading nonprofit fundraising software company. Classy will continue to operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary of GoFundMe.

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Software Fundraising Nonprofit IT 98

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 2, 2022

In honor of its 40th anniversary, through June 30, MIP is giving $1 million in technology grants to nonprofits on a first-come, first-serve basis. MIP is thrilled to support nonprofits and their mission-driven work. Track, budget and manage unlimited funds, grants, allocations, programs, services, and more with MIP’s all-in-one, cloud-based fund accounting and payroll solution.

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Grant Grants Budget Funding 97

NonProfit PRO

MAY 31, 2022

There’s a funny thing about promises or commitments. They are so easy to make and, many times, so difficult to deliver. .

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Management 105

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 2, 2022

Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) released a new report, Philanthropy and COVID-19: Examining two years of giving, that details COVID-19-related philanthropic funding in 2021. The new report highlights the need for more philanthropic support for long-term recovery.

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Funding 105

NonProfit PRO

MAY 31, 2022

Independent Sector released its third annual Trust in Civil Society survey, which found while there is room for U.S. institutions across the board to increase public trust, a majority of respondents believes nonprofits will still do what is right for society.

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