Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 15, 2024

So, are you ready to up your fundraising and development goals for 2024 by securing grant funding? Now is the time to strategize, mobilize, and leverage innovative approaches to achieve greater success in securing support for your organization's mission and initiatives. After all, your organization's sustainability depends on it.

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Candid

JANUARY 18, 2022

Impact—share goals and the difference you’re making . Strategy & goals: upload strategic plan or briefly answer two questions . Metrics: share at least one metric from 2021 . Two key elements are required: . 2020 or 2021 financials . Board chair name and leader demographics . Want to learn more?

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 13, 2023

Use your organization’s strategic plan and the SMART goals within it as your guide to mission-aligned messaging. Development: Do you have acknowledgement practices in place, a plan for stewarding your institutional partners, and know how grants factor into your department and organization’s goals?

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GiveSmart

MAY 8, 2024

While working towards accomplishing your organization’s mission, development and finance teams have different timelines and metrics. Strategic Planning: Finance and fundraising teams can collaborate and report on long-term financial strategies, campaigns, and resource allocation plans to maximize impact and achieve mission objectives.

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Finance Strategic Plan Budget Software 52

Grant Writer Team

JUNE 11, 2024

Acknowledge that real change takes time and articulate a strategic plan for continued progress. Focus on Measurable Results Articulate clear interim and summative metrics to demonstrate the impact of your project. Establishing strong connections with community leaders and officials can also enhance your chances of success.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Did we set appropriate capital campaign goals with our board? Whether you’re already riding the momentum of an exciting campaign or just considering the planning phase, know you have access to the right engagement tools and tips to prepare your board for a successful capital campaign. Is our board on track for the public phase?

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amplifi

MAY 2, 2024

Your case for support should make your campaign’s purpose and goals more tangible for high-level campaign donors during the quiet phase. READ MORE: Building a strategic plan for your next capital campaign. And don’t forget to let your supporters know how much progress you’ve already made towards your goal! Campaign goals.

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Candid

JANUARY 20, 2023

Platinum  Impact—showcase your nonprofit’s mission-driven goals and impress donors with the difference you’re making.  Only two key components are required to achieve a Platinum Seal :  Strategy and goals: Upload your strategic plan or briefly answer two questions.  Click here to get started and earn your Seal!

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The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 15, 2021

Now, while it’s not likely you’ll frame your plan and place it in a prominent position in your home, a strong, detailed plan is your visible commitment to your goals, the mission, and the community you serve as a fundraiser. And a fundraising plan will provide realistic goals that are both achievable and aspirational.

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Strategic Planning and Execution Creating great content is just the start; you need to ensure it reaches the right people at the right time. Here’s how to strategically plan and execute your content strategy. Using Data to Inform Strategy Analytics are essential for refining your content strategy.

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Nonprofit Media Burnout Strategic Plan 52

Qgiv

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Identify Your Priorities Define and Document Your Pro c edures Prepare Your Database Review Existing Portfolios or Assign New Portfolios Train Your Team Establish a Feedback Loop Track and Review Your Metrics. It is important to consider the long-term goals of your fundraising team, as well as the long-term goals of the organization.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 24, 2024

The six pieces you need in your fundraising strategy How to create your fundraising strategy The six pieces you need in your fundraising strategy While no two nonprofits are alike, they all share common goals, like donor connection and retention , memorable fundraising events, and supportive partnerships.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 15, 2023

They serve as the driving force behind the event, leading the committee in achieving predetermined goals, raising awareness, and creating memorable experiences for attendees. Committee Formation: Recruiting and assembling a dynamic and diverse committee that possesses the skills and expertise necessary for successful event planning.

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The Fundraising Coach

APRIL 9, 2024

After determining your needs and goals, outlining your project and talking to your board, you’ll need to research possible consulting firms and the services they offer. Look for nonprofits that have similar supporter bases and goals. Finalize your goals and responsibilities. Read up on consulting services.

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Qgiv

MARCH 14, 2023

Donor Retention Donor retention as a metric has gained traction since 2001 when Adrian Sargeant published the first academic research on the financial impact of increased donor retention. If you have a plan with goals and KPIs, there should be automated reports on a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis that show progress against goal.

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 21, 2017

Sales Ops Metrics & KPIs. Performance Metrics Analyses. Selection of Key Sales Metrics to Adopt. This frees up the sales manager to focus on leading sellers in meeting their quotas and making tactical decisions and strategic plans for long-term growth. . Common Sales Operations Metrics & KPIs.

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Just Write Grants

JUNE 30, 2023

Incorporating financial considerations into your strategic plan fosters a harmonious interplay between your organizational vision and fiscal decisions. Seek opportunities to align with organizations that echo your goals or cater to similar demographics. Establish clear metrics and benchmarks to gauge progress and impact.

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CauseVox

APRIL 29, 2021

And as far as fundraising planning goes, your fundraising plans were thrown off. Now, as we get started fundraising in 2021, it’s never been more important to have a fundraising plan that designed to help you make up for lost funds and meet your goals in today’s context. Creating a Fundraising Plan.

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GiveSmart

MARCH 25, 2024

Leading a nonprofit team to success requires an executive director who can wear many hats and effectively guide the organization toward its goal. Your role will vary widely depending on the makeup and goals of your nonprofit. Understanding the organization’s goals, mission, and needs is crucial for being an effective leader.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

She’s passionate about helping people find the writing practices and strategies that work for them to accomplish their writing goals. It’s not always the prettiest document, but the ultimate goal is to keep that information easily accessible over time. Curating that pool of information is vital to efficient grant writing.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Our goal in this blog is to delve into these challenges, offering insights and strategies to overcome them and thrive in your fundraising endeavors. Regular newsletters can update subscribers on school news, fundraising goals, and success stories. Use these platforms for specific projects or general fundraising goals.

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CauseVox

MAY 27, 2021

I’ve helped organizations grow despite setbacks, despite a lack of impact metrics, and despite a clear path to victory, primarily by making sure the organization was authentic with their donors. I’ve got a great template here that you can use to plan out your donor gratitude program. But authenticity with donors can go a long way.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 9, 2022

In addition, it’s important to keep track of more basic program metrics, such as the number of people served, the number of hours of programming delivered, etc. Do you have benchmarks and goals for your program outcomes? Next steps. Begin by taking stock of your existing programs.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

What we love about the Charity Miles app Charity Miles provides a unique way for people to make a positive impact while pursuing their fitness goals. Your organization can customize appointment booking workflows to suit your needs while planning your event. Analyze donation metrics, participant engagement, and other registration data.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 12, 2022

Of course, you know all about the importance of reporting your nonprofit’s results and following a strategic plan, so we won’t dive into the nitty-gritty of that here. A Plan : Possibly the most important thing your nonprofit can bring to the table is a detailed plan. Set a Goal. What is our ultimate goal?

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 14, 2022

As mentioned, nonprofit consultants can be even more effective if you share specific problems that need to be addressed or goals your nonprofit would like to see accomplished, such as improving your internal organization or growing your social media following. Your previous internal assessment should prepare you to create your RFP.

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