Clairification

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Susan sent me this: finagle ( third-person singular simple present finagles , present participle finagling , simple past and past participle finagled ). Many of you kindly supported my initial use of the word “finagle.” Apparently, there is more than one definition. finagle a day off work.

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Indirect SAM Nonprofit Goals 201

Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Watch Erica’s presentation, download the resources below, and make a plan. In this session of MotivateMonday, monthly giving guru and dear friend Erica Waasdorp shares her plan for converting your GivingTuesday to monthly supporters. Consider how you’ll be focusing on monthly giving in 2020.

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Retainer Template Fundraising Nonprofit 213

Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

For anyone who is confused about exactly how to steward these delicate gifts, Little Green Light’s Virginia Davidson came to the rescue with this thoughtful presentation. View the presentation on Vimeo below and click here to download the slides. Can you solicit additional gifts from in-memoriam gift donors?

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Donation Nonprofit Fundraising 130

Clairification

JULY 1, 2024

Susan sent me this: finagle ( third-person singular simple present finagles , present participle finagling , simple past and past participle finagled ) ( transitive ) To obtain, arrange, or achieve by i ndirect, complicated and/or intensive efforts. Many kindly supported my initial use of the word “finagle.”

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SAM Indirect Nonprofit Goals 157

Clairification

JANUARY 9, 2023

Annual reports can be created and presented in a variety of ways—both digitally and in print. Of course, a lot can happen in a year (nonprofits know that best), but with an annual report, you can summarize all the year’s milestones including your impact, accomplishments, new developments, and more.

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Donation Software Fundraising Nonprofit 260

Pamela Grow

APRIL 6, 2021

It presents a strong case for monthly giving support. Here’s what I love about this monthly giving ask: Specific ask amounts paint a clear picture of what the donor is funding. It’s easy for the donor to give, either by returning the reply device or going to an easily found URL. it shows gratitude for the recipient’s past support.

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Funding IT Nonprofit Fundraising 211

Pamela Grow

APRIL 15, 2021

Go to five minutes in to skip the housekeeping and go straight to the meat of the presentation. Deb wrote: “Hi, Pamela—one of the best webinars I’ve attended in a while—very helpful, and not just common sense, or a repeat of something you can see or read a lot of other places.”. And click here to download your Basics Appeal Letter Template.

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Fundraising Template Training Nonprofit 189

Clairification

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The daily work of raising major gifts presents unique challenges. Opening up and nurturing the types of donor relationships crucial to creating real change is imperative to the long-term sustainability of your nonprofit’s mission. Yet the path forward has long been strewn with impediments.

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Fundraising Nonprofit IT 176

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Oftentimes, donors are not giving what they could because you are not presenting them with a donor offer that motivates them to give more. Here’s the reason why.

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Management 130

The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 26, 2024

It's time to shift our focus from the hurdles of the past few years to the strategies for success in the present. Ask: Present the ask succinctly, using comfortable language and inviting the donor to join in. How are your asks going? We've all faced challenges, but opportunity still knocks for those who can make compelling asks.

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Fundraising IT 130

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 17, 2023

But no evidence has been presented publicly showing the charity ever existed. George Santos said he founded a charity that rescued 2,400 dogs and 280 cats. Santos says Friends of Pets United rescued 2,400 dogs and 280 cats and that it trapped, neutered, and released over 3,000 cats.

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IT 124

Clairification

APRIL 24, 2023

You see, information was presented from the full 2022 Fundraising Effectiveness Project report, and the results were sadder than usual. I’ve been getting nervous emails from colleagues who attended the 2023 AFP ICON conference in New Orleans, all bemoaning the fact not just donors but also donations are down. I don’t need you to panic.

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Fundraising Contract Contracts Conference 190

Clairification

APRIL 6, 2023

This week’s borrowed wisdom: “The Ukrainian army is a present-day example of the power of adaptability, creativity, and resilience. And the Ukraine war , one of the latest examples of the weaknesses of rigid leadership. Russian decision-making is highly centralized.

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IT Nonprofit Management 209

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The nonprofit sector has not been immune to the challenges presented by the job market over the past three years. In light of this, the National Council of Nonprofits has released striking findings from its second Nonprofit Workforce Survey in a new report.

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Nonprofit IT 119

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Many fundraisers think small and don't present a bold ask to donors. Now, it’s time to rethink nonprofits and how they operate.

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Nonprofit Fundraising Strategic Plan 115

Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In this episode of MotivateMonday, Christal Cherry, principal and CEO of The Board Pro, will show you exactly how in her presentation, Make Room for Us: Changing the Racial Composition and Culture of Your Board. Click to be redirected to view this presentation on Vimeo Christal M.

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Consulting Consultant Consulting Training 130

Pamela Grow

MARCH 6, 2024

We’ve featured their work too many times to count (here and here and here, for example), and John has generously guest-presented a number of times on MotivateMonday. John Lepp | Agents of Good John and his agency are behind some of the most engaging and donor-focused donor communications today. Do yourself a favor and subscribe.

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Publishing Nonprofit Engineering AI 246

Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

Clay Buck, CFRE, joins us to present Focus on What Matters (A data-inspired look at setting fundraising priorities). All donors are not created equal. How can you use data to show all your donors love, while still being strategic? Check out our MotivateMonday recording. Commit to new donor retention.

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Letter Of Inquiry Nonprofit Grants Grant 278

Just Write Grants

JANUARY 27, 2025

" Tailor the presentation of your work to align with the values of the funders while maintaining the core mission. Moving Forward The current political shifts around DEI may feel challenging, but they also present an opportunity for nonprofits to reaffirm their commitment to equity and inclusion in innovative ways.

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Grant Writing Grants Grant Fundraising 97

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 21, 2024

In grant writing, I am always looking for ways to simplify the presentation of an idea. I typically look for funding for the single most attractive aspect of the charity and pay less attention to the myriad of lesser programs that clutter up the agency’s programmatic agenda.

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Grant Writing Grants Grant Funding 130

Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Click here to download the slides from this September 30, 2024 MotivateMonday presentation. The ethical considerations of nonprofit storytelling, and strategies to ensure you are a good steward of your community stories. Click the image below to view this free training.

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Ethics Calendar Training Goals 147

GrantNews

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Presenting 10 Stellar Small Business Grants for entrepreneurs this December! Winners must attend an industry conference where they will present their solutions and have the opportunity to collaborate with other grid industry leaders. For every rising star there is a grant to help propel your business to untold new heights.

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Grants Grant Manufacturing Mentor 102

The NonProfit Times

JULY 8, 2024

This leaves you with asking questions — many of them — sometimes to the point of annoyance as you aim to present information while keeping the concepts of storytelling, data, requirements, and limitations in mind, according to Jessica Whitmore , research and grants director at Daza Development.

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Proposal Grant Writing Application Applicant 105

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Researchers and students will delve into the challenges, opportunities, and ethical implications the technology presents. By Maria Di Mento University of Virginia Darden School of Business Kathleen and David LaCross Plus, University of Kansas athletics received $25 million, and Cornell landed $10 million for research on precision nutrition.

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Ethics 109

Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Saber’s book presents a wealth of creative and authentic strategies that align perfectly with introverts’ natural inclinations, making the entire process feel genuine and heartfelt. Those very qualities, including deep listening and empathy, that make you excel as a fundraising professional.

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Fundraising Readiness Nonprofit IT 130

Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Click here to download the slides from this presentation. Carve out 30 minutes to view this MotivateMonday session where you’ll hear from Alice Ruhnke from GrantStation on the pros and cons of using AI in your grant-writing efforts.

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AI Grantstation Grant Writing Proposal 130

Capital Campaign Pro

DECEMBER 23, 2024

This is an encore presentation originally aired on May 30, 2023. Season 4, Episode 20 If you want your campaign to be successful, ask for the largest gifts first. In this episode, you will learn about the strategic order of solicitation and why it matters. Do This First appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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IT 98

Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2024

Responsible AI: What It Means for Your School Presented by Hiram Cuevas of St. Cybersecurity on a Budget: Leveraging Open-Source Software and Trusted Vendors Presented by Don Rahn, Director of Security Operations, Blackbaud In the high-stakes world of cybersecurity, defending against threats is non-negotiable.

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AI Software Budget Conference 87

Clairification

JUNE 26, 2023

Now you’re getting into the “project-ness” of this endeavor, and decide you’ll make a few more kinds so it’ll be a really spectacular presentation! The next day you realize it’s almost Valentine’s Day, so they’ll probably expect some heart-shaped sugar cookies. Great fun, yes… but, what has happened to the macarons by the end of the week?

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Readiness Management IT Nonprofit 157

Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 1, 2022

View the presentation below. Don’t feel like you need to rush right back in at full force. There you have it! Set aside 20 minutes to view this training. Download the slides by clicking here.

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Training Fundraising IT Nonprofit 173

The Grantsmanship Center

JANUARY 9, 2024

A good first question is: "what qualifies us to be presenting this plan and this request?" The second pillar of the ancient Greek formula is pathos. An audience (or a foundation’s reviewers) bring their emotions with them when they listen to your presentation. Credibility on one issue does not necessarily transfer to another.

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Proposal Logic Model Proposal Writing Grants 105

Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Watch this episode of MotivateMonday from earlier this year with guest presenter, Barbara O’Reilly, CFRE, to discover why you should have a development plan and what it should include. You’ll find your mission better served by a thoughtful plan. One that you can actually implement.

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Fundraising Nonprofit IT 130

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 22, 2024

You're invited to 3 days of innovative strategies and methodologies presented by the leading hearts and minds in our sector. The 2024 Responsive Nonprofit Summit lineup is incredible and the full program is live! 75+ speakers. 36 sessions. Absolutely FREE for nonprofit teams. It's all happening Tuesday, May 7th - Thursday, May 9th.

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Nonprofit Fundraising IT 92

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In the fifth edition of Achieving Excellence in Fundraising, the editors present an essential text to the art and science of fundraising. This trusted resource makes transformational advances to previous editions, responding to the rapidly changing environment.

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Fundraising Retainer IT Nonprofit 105

Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This efficient approach makes it possible to present fully customized appeals to your donors and boost your chances of securing a gift. Just be sure to consistently revisit your prioritized prospect list to ensure it’s as fresh as possible based on your most recent ( and well-maintained ) data.

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Fundraising Goals Engineering Consultant 268

Just Write Grants

JANUARY 2, 2025

Advanced analytics tools will help organizations present compelling evidence of their impact. Data Visualization : The use of data visualization tools will help nonprofits present complex information in a more accessible and persuasive manner. Emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) 2.1

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Grant Writing Grants Grant Proposal Writing 98

RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Recognized as a leading industry educational output, this work was featured at the 2023 GPA Grant Summit in a co-led presentation, The 4M Model: Determining when Grants Should and Should Not be Used to Fund Your Program. This includes contributions on larger federal grant applications that were awarded.

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Grant Writing Federal Grants Contract Contracts 130