Blackbaud

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Nonprofits and grantmaking organizations are typically not known for being on the forefront of technology. According to a research report by Twilio, 58% of nonprofits are using AI as part of their communication, compared with 47% of B2C for-profit businesses. Meet your staff where they are. How much do they already know?

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Grant Writer Team

MARCH 27, 2025

Every nonprofit relies on a governing board. They make key decisions, oversee committees, and bear legal responsibility for ensuring the nonprofit stays true to its mission. They make key decisions, oversee committees, and bear legal responsibility for ensuring the nonprofit stays true to its mission.

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Blue Avocado

APRIL 29, 2025

Running a nonprofit is no small challenge and good governance is essential for long-term success. Whether you’re a board member, executive director, or staffer looking to boost your organizations impact, join us for Nonprofit Governance Training 101. When: Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 11 am PT; 2 pm ET (60 min.)

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Candid

MAY 5, 2025

From nonprofit service providers to system designers In the field of financial technology, nonprofits historically have been viewed as intermediariesfocused on financial education or service delivery. Increasingly, theyre taking on more dynamic roles: designing tools, shaping implementation strategies, and informing policy frameworks.

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GrantNews

JUNE 4, 2024

“Honesty is the best policy,” said every parent–ever. However, it also involves some serious ethical considerations. To that end, GrantWatch has advice on how to ethically write grant proposals and the benefits of maintaining your integrity. And it is especially true for grant writing.

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Candid

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Nonprofits face a critical question: How can we make AI adoption more inclusive and accessible across our organizations? Recent studies show that two-thirds of nonprofits report using either traditional or generative AI or both, most commonly for supportive work. What would that mean? What is inclusive AI adoption?

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Technology, regulation, fundraising and the people who power the nonprofit sector were the hottest topics online at The NonProfit Times during 2024. 3URhZuU ** NPTs The Best Nonprofits To Work For bit.ly/3Q1bNOB 3URhZuU ** NPTs The Best Nonprofits To Work For bit.ly/3Q1bNOB

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Every nonprofit has a Board of Directors. You see, it means that hundreds of people are sitting on nonprofit Boards and have NO IDEA what they said “yes” to. If your Board members and staff aren’t clear about the Board’s responsibilities, the nonprofit is set up for a big mess. And this is a problem. It’s surprising.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Ethical Considerations in School FundraisingTransparency, Safety & Legal Compliance What Are the Ethical Considerations in School Fundraising? Ethical considerations in school fundraising ensure that activities are transparent and legally compliant and the well-being of participants is prioritized.

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Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

As AI is increasingly used in high-impact ways such as writing and assessing grant proposals, how can we make sure that it is used ethically, minimizing the risk of harm? Ethical use to reduce bias and harm Bias and harm are defined by an individual use case. Understanding the limits of a given AI is crucial in defining ethical use.

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Strategic Grants

JULY 16, 2024

Some for-purpose organisations will have clear guidelines in their gift acceptance policy and related processes to effectively make this assessment. Ethics Check : Verify alignment with your organisation’s mission and values. Reputation Check : Assess potential impact on reputation of your for-purpose organisation.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

Julia Campbell has been helping nonprofits make the most of their social media presences for years. She knows what strategies work on social media, what strategies fail, and how nonprofits can use social channels to make a big impact on their community. Looking for more of Julia’s wisdom? That’s what the really big organizations do!

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

Additionally, as a community foundation, we know our local nonprofits and do not have a very complicated application. Comments from these funders tended to say they have not yet discussed the matter or have not yet established an official policy about AI-generated applications. foundations.

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

We are committed to a code of ethics, and there is a culture of learning as we grow and improve in our craft. My social work background and my career in social services were wonderful foundations for my current work supporting nonprofits. At every stage, people in the grants community have been supportive and helpful.

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Candid

JUNE 26, 2024

Summer is a great time to explore Candid’s collection of free eBooks and audiobooks for titles that can help you achieve your goals as a nonprofit professional. Nonprofit fundraising basics Even for experienced fundraisers, it’s always a good idea to refresh core strategies to get the funding your organization needs.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Nonprofits step up to defend data equity The good news is that more nonprofits are stepping up to protect data equity. Over 30 tech companies endorsed the report, making an explicit commitment to share non-identifiable DEI data with a third-party nonprofit.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

A free webinar for the nonprofit sector. Nonprofits often create content for awareness, fundraising, or educational purposes, and understanding copyright principles is essential. This is your opportunity to ask questions and get answers about safeguarding your creative works and upholding ethical standards.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 20, 2024

Nonprofit workers are exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) at their jobs, but their reactions to its value and hazards are decidedly mixed. Evaluations regarding readiness to adopt AI were based on the organizations’ data collection practices, data policies, presence of technical staff and current use of AI.

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Qgiv

JULY 24, 2024

An effective nonprofit board can help your organization raise more money and make a more meaningful impact on your cause. Understanding your nonprofit board’s roles and responsibilities is key to the success of your mission. What’s a nonprofit board’s primary function? What are the basic obligations of a board member?

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Candid

APRIL 11, 2024

So when I learned about Candid’s Demographics via Candid —an initiative that allows nonprofit organizations to share demographic information on their Candid nonprofit profile , where funders, donors, and researchers could easily access it—I was both intrigued and skeptical. They built a public API and released a public data set.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 24, 2024

Americans’ trust in nonprofits got a 5-point pop to 57% but that number softens significantly when it comes to the upcoming election. A plurality (41%) does not trust nonprofits to avoid partisan politics. The other categories were high net worth individuals (-15%) nonprofits (-2%) and corporate philanthropy (-2%).

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Greater Giving

MARCH 5, 2024

Building Trust with Transparency: Data Privacy In today’s digital age, data privacy for nonprofits is paramount. Why Data Privacy Matters for Nonprofits Beyond maintaining a positive reputation, upholding data privacy offers a multitude of benefits for nonprofits. Update it regularly and make it easily accessible.

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iGrantWriters

JUNE 22, 2023

Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed. By organizing and analyzing ELSI research findings, CERA will contribute to the development of evidence-based practices and policies in the field. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply.

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Blackbaud

JULY 8, 2024

If your donor provides a significant contribution to your endowment with the goal of launching a scholarship program, for example, you have legal and ethical responsibilities to steward those funds to provide scholarships as directed. See how with our infographic, Simplifying Endowment Management with Fund Accounting Software.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In the nonprofit field, it’s common for staff to be put in a role where they manage grants but might not have the knowledge or resources to understand what that entails. These are common scenarios, and while they may be new or unknown, taking steps to understand how grant funds should be managed is critical to the nonprofit’s success.

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Grant Writer Team

MARCH 28, 2024

All nonprofits need governing boards. Some nonprofits are governed by members and others by local community leaders and interested parties. However your board of directors is structured, these individuals dedicate their time and effort to the nonprofits they lead. Luckily, GrantWriterTeam is on the case.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 15, 2024

Process for Program Development and Evaluation: The process of program development and evaluation should be integrated into your organizational development, particularly if your organization is an early-stage nonprofit. This includes understanding legal requirements, ethical standards, and best practices in grant management.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

What advantages and disadvantages do you feel you have as a worker because of your time in academia (in terms of skill set, work ethic, expectations, etc.)? What advantages and disadvantages do you feel you have as a worker because of your time in academia (in terms of skill set, work ethic, expectations, etc.)?

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 5, 2023

Lastly, organizations can use the generated insights to advocate for policy changes, allocate resources effectively, and drive evidence-based decision-making. GPA Disclaimer: GPA is currently working to develop a policy statement that aligns with our Code of Ethics as we recognize there are both ethical and unethical uses of AI.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 5, 2011

On August 29, 2011 some of us from TechSoup attended NTEN's Nonprofit Cloud Computing Summit in San Francisco. It was a one-day in-person free workshop, thanks to funding from Google Foundation , and attracted an impressive array of smart and informed nonprofit technologists. The Greatest Security Risk to Nonprofits.

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Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

. ✍️ Mark Giordono, Vice President of Development & Alumni Relations at FIRST shared his organization's general gift acceptance policy. Joe's experience sent me down the rabbit hole on other ways nonprofits could raise money at the pump. I thought this might be helpful for you to see. I like this line ?: Never seen that one!

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DoJiggy

MARCH 18, 2024

Within the nonprofit realm, AI is emerging as a groundbreaking tool poised to revolutionize traditional fundraising strategies. The issue for most nonprofits looking to be early adopters is how nonprofits can use AI in fundraising (and elsewhere). Let’s begin!

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 20, 2024

Engaging with AI thoughtfully is part of what makes it better for the sector, and while there exist major factors around ethics, disclosure, and responsible use, AI presents the nonprofit sector with an opportunity to leverage powerful digital tools in service of enhancing the capacity to do good in the world.

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California Grants Portal

MAY 4, 2022

In response to such requests, we reached out to state grantmakers and seasoned grant writers to compile a list of resources (from state, federal, nonprofit and academic sources) to help grantseekers search for and write grants. Candid provides information, resources, training, and data to help nonprofits find funding and learn grant writing.

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Tech Soup

MAY 23, 2013

Data Digest is a weekly round-up of the latest news on data-related projects in the nonprofit sector, compiled and authored by Keisha Taylor of GuideStar International and TechSoup Global. It originally appeared on NetSquared. Seeing Like a State in Africa: Data Needed.

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Grants4Good

JUNE 17, 2023

Join me as I interview Philip Deng , Co-Founder and CEO of Grantable , on the topic of using artificial intelligence to assist nonprofit organizations. I was motivated to create Grantable based on 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. But how will Grantable help my nonprofit clients? What about plagiarism?

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Blue Avocado

APRIL 1, 2025

If you have ever worked for a nonprofit or in public office, or lived in a town with a budget, you may be familiar with the cycle of participant surveys, focus groups, or public forums that drive public processes and inform policy. These are examples of community engagement. Research Understanding context is vitally important.

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