NonProfit PRO

MAY 4, 2022

The most successful organizations are able to collectively identify and engage around measurable goals. Many of them utilize objectives and key results (OKRs) to achieve these top priorities.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

If you haven’t started planning for year end yet, it’s not too late. Here is some advice from nonprofits surpassing their year-end goals.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Many strategic plans are filled with vague, surface-level goals that sound good but lack direction and depth.

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The Fundraiser Coach

JUNE 14, 2024

Strategic plans, typically spanning 3, 5, or even 10 years, are developed with input from the board, leadership, and staff. In my example, the fundraiser had planned the approach, only to find out that the museum director had intervened, and the check arrived and was deposited before the fundraiser even knew the meeting had happened.

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Veritus Group

JULY 17, 2023

In this Question of the Month video, Richard and Jeff explain how Veritus approaches setting goals for mid-level programs. The post Question of the Month: How do you set goals for mid-level? appeared first on Veritus Group.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 13, 2015

Before you finalize your strategic plan or launch your projects or events schedule, take time to look back over 2014 in order to set goals and develop a theme for 2015.'

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 19, 2024

Here are three questions nonprofits should ask in order to implement a data-driven development strategy in 2024.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Why not tend to them both at the same time during strategic planning? Strategic planning is daunting Many nonprofits begin strategic planning work with trepidation and possibly even scar tissue from prior efforts. Set co-equal goals The essential first step is to intentionally set co-equal goals.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Lack of alignment can happen at any level because subordinate employees do not have the tools to see if their work aligns with the strategic plan. They may know their nonprofit needs to raise $14 million, but not the organizational goal of retaining more event participants and transitioning them to sustaining donors.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 20, 2022

At a recent strategic planning session, I was working with a nonprofit to create organizational values. As my team introduced the activity, a board member spoke up and said, “We’d like to focus on strategies and goals. Why should we take the time to focus on organizational values?”.

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Blue Avocado

JUNE 20, 2022

When your organization’s managers write performance reviews, do they evaluate specific, mutually agreed-upon goals or do they write in generalities […]. The post Setting Organizational Goals: Does your team know what to do? appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 15, 2024

The goal is then to turn those data insights into actionable tasks. If you are not sure which metrics are essential or how to convert your data into something stakeholders can grasp and absorb, start simply by setting clear goals. Your goal is transparency.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

In her new role, Fouks will lead strategic planning initiatives for key clients, focusing primarily on goals and objectives. Fouks takes on this leadership role at CDR with over 20 years of experience in client services and consulting with nonprofits.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

By Jon Osterburg If you work for a new nonprofit, your team’s primary goal is probably to get your operations off the ground and start furthering your mission. You’ll create strategic plans, brainstorm new projects and programs, and organize campaigns to raise the necessary funds to execute your ideas.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 13, 2022

While goals are vital to success, SMART fundraising goals help make sure you’re setting goals that you just can’t miss. Can’t miss” goals! In some form or fashion, we’ve all heard how essential goals are. Set a goal! Set a goal! Set a goal! Goals, goals, goals….

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Thinking strategically means that you don’t just “fall into” doing things at your non-profit. Instead, you should be moving with purpose at your organization – making plans, setting goals, and then working to achieve those goals. Think: How do We Ultimately Achieve our Goal? Plan for Growth.

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Candid

AUGUST 2, 2022

Lesson #1: Plan ahead to be resilient . In order to overcome challenges, your nonprofit organization needs a strategic plan. You may already have a strong understanding of your goals, but it’s equally important to know how your organization will achieve them, especially in the face of adversity. .

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ProposalPRO

AUGUST 31, 2021

PRO Tip: Learn the best way to respond to a grant by studying the agency issuing that grant - its mission, policy goals, and types of grants it awards. Read the agency’s strategic plan. Each agency is required by law to share its strategic plan. Looking for the best way to start that research?

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 19, 2022

For some nonprofit leaders, it's also a time to start thinking about a new program year, new budget, and new goals and objectives. The key takeaway here is for many nonprofits, especially those on a year-end fiscal year, the month of January will make or break your grant funding goals and set your organization up for the rest of the year.

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Pamela Grow

MAY 2, 2024

It’s less useful for future planning and goal-setting since you don’t have official, complete records of expected revenue or outstanding payments. Accrual accounting allows for more effective financial decision-making, which will help you define your growth goals and measure your progress toward them.

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Veritus Group

JUNE 28, 2023

In this Question of the Month video, Richard and Jeff discuss how to set goals for your major gifts program in a way that honors the donor. The post Question of the Month: How do you set goals in major gifts? appeared first on Veritus Group.

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Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As you follow this process, always remember to align your budget with your organization’s general goals and plans for future growth. Set financial goals for your organization Before creating your operating budget, check in with your strategic plan.

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Blackbaud

MAY 6, 2024

Always Start with the Mission in Mind Any good budgeting process should start with your organization’s mission and strategic plan. A clear understanding of your core mission and short-term and long-term goals aligns the budget and financial decisions with the overall direction of the organization.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MAY 29, 2024

Here were my suggestions to make it more strategic. Align impact with donor values or corporate social responsibility ideals Since the food bank doesn't fit neatly into the usual funding goals of this company, I agreed this was an important opportunity (but the "one bite at the apple" moved the team into a scarcity mindset).

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Grant Training Center

AUGUST 21, 2023

This research skill is applicable to various jobs that involve data gathering, analysis, and strategic planning. Strategic Thinking: Crafting grant proposals requires strategic thinking to align your organization’s goals with potential funders’ priorities.

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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 . Two key elements are required: . 2020 or 2021 financials . Board chair name and leader demographics . two key elements are required: . Metrics: share at least one metric from 2021 .

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Plus, it’s responsible for ensuring that you meet goals and keep promises to the public, donors, and beneficiaries. Ideally, the Board and Executive Director will work together as partners to lead the nonprofit, especially on the strategic plan, fundraising, and overall evaluation of the organization.

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CauseVox

MAY 25, 2021

You’ll come away with the key insights you need to create the best resource to empower your fundraisers to meet their goals. Kelly is an independent fundraising and strategic planning consultant based in Washington, DC and serving clients worldwide. Don’t miss out! Save your seat today for the free webinar.

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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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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2024

A key takeaway was the importance of aligning schedules with well-being goals, which can include setting boundaries for meeting availability, scheduling regular time off, and incorporating extended breaks. The retreat and the financial support I received afforded me the opportunity to center my well-being as a Black nonprofit leader.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

Operational efficiency: A well-integrated CRM simplifies event planning, volunteer coordination , and internal communications. Strategic planning: Your CRM holds valuable data that can inform your strategic decisions. It ensures that everyone is on the same page, working towards the same goals.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

And your plan will give you a reality check to hold back when you are tempted to barrel ahead with a new program before you have fully figured out the funding for it. With a plan, you’ll: Be more productive because you’ll be working on tasks that move you toward your goals. Set an Impact Goal. Set 3 critical goals.

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Qgiv

JULY 14, 2021

Your strategic plan should point to the need for the main component of your project. A strong case for support begins with highlighting the main initiatives in your strategic plan and details not only how the project will impact your organization, but how it impacts the community. A Clearly Defined Project.

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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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Blackbaud

JULY 24, 2024

They’ll consider how your financial activities align with your nonprofit’s overall strategic plan by answering the following questions: What are this organization’s financial goals (revenue generation targets, spending objectives, etc.)? Some of the tasks they will most likely perform include: Creating budgets.

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Grant Writer Team

MAY 23, 2024

The following are some tasks you might consider offering your clients: Strategic Planning: Participate in strategic planning to align grant-seeking activities with organizational goals and priorities. The transition from writer to consultant is mostly about professionalism and rebranding yourself.

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Blackbaud

MAY 28, 2024

Charged with making informed financial decisions that align with the organization’s mission and strategic objectives, this role requires a keen understanding of both internal dynamics and external factors impacting the organization. The imperative for transparency and accountability has never been greater in the nonprofit sector.

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