Gail Perry Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Written by Gina Vaughn, Managing Consultant at Gail Perry Group. While most donors report that tax policy isnt the primary motivation to give to charity, this shows how tax policy still shapes generosity. We're entering a new era where understanding both tax policy and donor behavior will be more crucial than ever.

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Double the Donation

MAY 6, 2024

Gift acceptance policies are an essential but easily overlooked part of nonprofit management. To avoid touchy (and potentially damaging) donor relations and legal situations, it’s worth taking the time to study up on these policies and how to create […]

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Planned Giving

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Read on for a few simple steps to build or strengthen your gift acceptance policy. What is a Gift Acceptance Policy? A gift acceptance policy serves as a transparency tool for your organization to understand which gifts your nonprofit is prepared to warmly accept. What does a Gift Acceptance Policy Contain?

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

So in 2023, Candid’s executives, human resources team, compliance manager, and legal counsel collaboratively developed guidelines for AI use. We then incorporated these guidelines into our employee policies. Here are three reasons why your organization should consider adopting an AI policy.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

Now your grant management system (GMS) is the hub of your grantmaking organization, and simple API integrations allow you to plug in the systems that work best for you. Look for a preferred vendor list or marketplace to see if your grant management vendor has organizations they know work well with their system. Document signatures.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In a webinar with Peter Panapento , co-founder and philanthropic practice leader of Turn Two Communications, he shared best practices when creating an AI policy for your grantmaking organization. Here are some of the tips Peter shared for creating an AI policy that your organization will actually use. Meet your staff where they are.

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RBW Strategy

AUGUST 7, 2024

This is a privilege, but also requires diligence, planning, and solid recordkeeping to ensure that you follow the federal requirements as indicated in The Office of Management and Budget (OMB)’s Uniform Grant Guidance, or 2 CFR 200, plus any other federal, state or local agency requirements.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A huge thank you to Audrey Kidwell, Grants Manager for the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, for providing many of the resources and tips included in this article. Define clear policies on when and how this fund can be used, particularly in the event of a climate disaster. Hurricanes. Prolonged droughts.

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Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

As expected, one notable nonprofit trend for 2025 is a shift in management practices due to new technology. For example, donor-centric management is a popular tool for nonprofits to create long-lasting relationships with donors. Grant writers must stay current on nonprofit trends to ensure efficiency and relevancy in the profession.

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Candid

MAY 13, 2021

Manage budgets based on multiple projects. For instance, investing in an automated program, such as expense management software , can help you save time, yield better results, and increase efficiency. This post discusses the signs a nonprofit should consider expense management software. Managers need to approve them.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 3, 2025

Following a standard expense reimbursement policy may be a more secure process. Set internal policies restricting the amount employees can spend on a credit card without prior approval from a superior. Establish clear credit card usage policies and revoke cards from employees who violate them.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Recurring donations provide a stable income stream for your nonprofit while making it easier for donors to contribute smaller, manageable amounts over time. Many databases also include details on company policies, eligibility requirements, and submission deadlines. Allow donors to set up monthly, quarterly, or annual gifts.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Above all, increase your real-world impact by implementing donor-centric management. Donor-Centric Management Defined If a donor shows an interest in your nonprofit or small business, it may be safe to assume they share a passion for your mission. Donor-centric management or donor stewardship is nurturing your connection with donors.

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GrantNews

JUNE 4, 2024

“Honesty is the best policy,” said every parent–ever. It turns out, your folks were right, honesty really is the best policy. Having clear organizational policies in place helps manage conflicts of interest effectively. An Example of Why Honesty is the Best Policy Brenda K.

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RBW Strategy

JUNE 24, 2024

Challenge In 2022, the company had contacted RBW Strategy as they received several federal awards and would benefit from institutional background in managing and maintaining compliance. Outcome RBW Strategy worked with the company to navigate the administrative challenges and maintain grant compliance after the company’s IPO.

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RBW Strategy

JUNE 3, 2024

Challenge In 2022, the company had contacted RBW Strategy as they received several federal awards and would benefit from institutional background in managing and maintaining compliance. Outcome RBW Strategy worked with the company to navigate the administrative challenges and maintain grant compliance after the company’s IPO.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Here's how a gift acceptance policy can help. Imagine someone wants to donate a huge gift, but you’re not entirely sure how to accept it.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Compliance audits, which ensure your nonprofits adherence to federal, state, and local government regulations, as well as your organizations bylaws and other policies across all aspects of your work. Operational audits, which assess your organizations internal systems, productivity, staffing, and management practices.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Leftover products take up space and can impact your overall profit if not managed effectively. If you choose products with expiration dates, such as food items, managing them carefully is essential. Tips To Manage Leftover Products After The Fundraiser After a successful fundraiser, managing leftover products can be a challenge.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

As a tech leader at a growing social impact organization, you know that migrating to an enterprise-scale constituent relationship management (CRM) system can be a daunting proposition. An enterprise-scale CRM is designed to handle large volumes of data, ensuring that you can manage your records and maintain required data hygiene.

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Future Fundraising Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Within that okay for now group are many that may still be targeted for cuts: A memo from the Office of Management and Budget said: The use of Federal resources to advance Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies is a waste of taxpayer dollars… Nonprofits in the rest of the world cant breathe easy.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Poorly managed change in the work environment leads to burnout, disengagement within the team, and a culture of cynicism around change in general. While change is inevitable, we can minimize frustrations surrounding change by effectively planning for and managing the change.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

Modern technology and clear rules are key to strong nonprofit financial management. But how do you perfect your nonprofit financial management? What is Nonprofit Financial Management? Nonprofit financial management is the process of managing the money that flows through your not-for-profit organization.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Many companies report low utilization of VTO, however, so nonprofits that encourage people to check their employer’s VTO policy when signing up as a volunteer can tap into this underutilized benefit. Look at tools such as Double the Donation to see if your corporate volunteers are eligible for Dollars for Doers grants or matching gifts.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 17, 2025

F undraising Best Practice Resources On-demand webinar: Everyday Actions, Extraordinary Potential: Engaging Everyday Donors Communicating with Donors in An Uncertain Funding Environment Get Your Grant-Funded Nonprofit Started in Fundraising Finance and Operations Best Practice Resources Webinar (March 25): Navigating Federal Funding: Essential Risk (..)

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Not Your Father's Charity

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Therefore, you must break down resistance and build trust in managing organizational change. It’s also about old-school people management to evolve, change and grow. So, let’s explore some tips on managing organizational change within your nonprofit—especially in an industry resistant to change. All Rights Reserved.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

When you start a nonprofit, one of the most important things to figure out is how to manage your organizations finances. As your organization expands and evolves, many complexities can arise, making financial management more difficult for your team. Lets get started! Visualize your actual financial data and compare it to your budget.

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Candid

OCTOBER 31, 2024

By contrast, a governing board is bound by law to oversee management of the organization. If the executive director is given a seat on the board, it’s important to have a “conflict of interest” policy on when they have to recuse themselves from certain votes or discussions. Or is doing too much?

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

One easy way to take your auction from a mess to a success is through proper management of your auction items. Part of auction management that can’t be overlooked is managing your auction items. What is auction item management? That’s why your nonprofit needs its own auction item management policies.

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Grant Training Center

JULY 31, 2023

The NIH closely scrutinizes the Data Management Plan (DMP) as a fundamental part of the grant application, for it demonstrates how data will be handled and generated during the research project. Roles and responsibilities: Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of team members regarding data management.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2024

Here are some of the internal controls your grantees should have: Formal Written Policies and Procedures You want to make sure your grantees have documented and defined ways of managing and tracking the funds they receive. Adequate Monitoring Having great written policies is key, but how do your grantees ensure that they are followed?

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. You also need a targeted recruiting process, an onboarding process, an orientation, volunteer management practices, and volunteer recognition. Most volunteers don’t know the law exists.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 2, 2025

Setting up tracking systems, clarifying compliance procedures, and aligning staff on roles and timelines ensures effective grant management and long-term success. Effective grant management relies on collaboration across program staff, finance, and leadership. Are spending and reporting policies clear?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

But before receiving funds, you need to show you’re legally registered, governed by a board, and have solid financial management policies. For example, we tapped resources from all parts of Candid—from facilities to product managers—to collect and develop necessary materials and documentation. At Candid, we can relate.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

She then received her graduate degree in higher education, student affairs, and international education policy. Mary’s Pence accompanies grantees on their social justice journey with informational webinars, potential funders details, nonprofit management resources, a mid-cycle check-in meeting, and more.

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Blackbaud

MAY 30, 2024

Plus, as a manager in a nonprofit, retention is a key component of your job. But while not every contributing factor to retention will be within your control as a manager, many thankfully are. Fine-tune new management and engagement tactics as they roll out. Source new internally- or externally-facing ideas for improvements.

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Blackbaud

JULY 8, 2024

That is wonderful—if you have the tools to accurately track and manage all the moving pieces. From maintaining donor intent to tracking distributions and appreciation across funds, endowments have a lot of details to manage. The Importance of Strong Endowment Management Endowments symbolize strength for an organization.

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