NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

I have been involved for many years, running a pioneering program for Great Britain’s government and then advising US agencies through a nonprofit. In the United States, the public workforce system has nearly 2,300 job centers competing with for-profit staffing agencies. This is an evolving field of research and experimentation.

Nonprofit governance and management 89

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Public and Nonprofit Management Recruitment 89

Fundraising Coach

AUGUST 4, 2022

Gathering donor data and leveraging it to improve your interactions with supporters is the foundation of effective donor management and fundraising success. . In this post, we’ll highlight four strategies for improving your donor management: . Donor engagement data is some of the most important information your nonprofit should track.

Management 69

Management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits 69

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Donor retention on steroids – Make it monthly I implore you to make soliciting recurring donations a priority. Maybe in the past you weren’t set up to manage monthly giving effectively. Retention is a phenomenal 80 – 90% compared with under 20% for new one-time donors and just 45% when ongoing donors are added to the mix.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 96

Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Values Retention 96

The Charity CFO

MAY 31, 2024

Transparency and accountability are two of the most important factors in nonprofit accounting. Donors, the board of directors, and the public all want to know what your organization does with the funds it brings in. Being transparent in your nonprofit accounting helps build trust in your organization.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Public and Nonprofit Management Finance Nonprofit Accountability Health 52

Fundraising Coach

JULY 13, 2020

Proper donor management is the key to effective fundraising. When you have accessible data about your donors that is stored well and easy to sift through, your nonprofit will have the tools you need in order to build relationships with those supporters. . This brings us back to the need for effective donor management. .

Management 52

Management Public and Nonprofit Management Retention Nonprofits 52

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Nonprofit strategic planning can help your organization meet challenges effectively and take advantage of new opportunities. Despite the many benefits that strategic planning can bring, 49 percent of nonprofits lack a strategic plan. Nonprofit strategic planning FAQs What is strategic planning for nonprofits?

Nonprofit governance and management 119

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Nonprofit Administration and Development 119

Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

Nonprofits of all sizes have one need in common: funding. Without it, your nonprofit can’t operate and do the important work that fuels your cause. As donor behavior continues to change, nonprofits of all sizes must increasingly rely on the generosity of many instead of the consistent support from a few.

Culture 71

Culture Public and Nonprofit Management Fundraising Fundraising 71

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

MARCH 3, 2023

The Mid-South Nonprofit Conference + Catalyst Awards will offer a keynote address + 12 breakout sessions The Mid-South Nonprofit Conference returns for its 5th year and aims to address barriers, solutions, and best practices within the nonprofit sector.

Public and Social Policy 108

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Public Policy Ethics 108

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 30, 2023

By Lyn Chamberlin , President at Lyn Chamberlin Leadership – an award-winning nonprofit brand strategist who works with organizations and successful women to create transformative brand narratives. Your organization’s brand story holds immense power, especially for nonprofits striving to engage donors, volunteers, and partners.

Public and Nonprofit Management 92

Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Retention Healthcare 92

Bloomerang

JANUARY 29, 2024

Nonprofit funding comes from various sources—regular and major gifts , grants, in-kind donations, corporate sponsorships , planned gifts, and eCommerce sales are a few of the most common. In addition, some nonprofits also rely partly or entirely on memberships to support their missions. What is membership software for nonprofits?

Public and Nonprofit Management 79

Public and Nonprofit Management Associations Management Nonprofits 79

The Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. Volunteering is an essential component of many nonprofit organizations, and it plays a crucial role in achieving their missions.

Public and Nonprofit Management 95

Public and Nonprofit Management Volunteerism Volunteerism Recruitment 95

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Nonprofit Recruiting Tips to Attract Top Talents in 2025 Having the right people on board means the world. See how your nonprofit can attract top talent and grow together. Expand your recruitment list Hiring top talents is not an easy task for any company, as well as for nonprofits.

Recruitment 64

Recruitment Non-Profits Nonprofits Participation and motivation 64

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

You might be inspired to bring your idea to life by starting a nonprofit. million registered nonprofits in the United States, making these charitable organizations a staple of modern society. However, any new nonprofit needs a strong foundation to thrive. Around 30% of nonprofits cease to exist within 10 years of their founding.

Nonprofit governance and management 81

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Charitable Organizations 81

The Volunteer Hub

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Creating, developing, and sustaining corporate partnerships is a win-win scenario for both your nonprofit and the businesses that support it. Developing partnerships presents a win-win-win scenario for your nonprofit, the community, and your corporate partner. What are the benefits for your nonprofit? Talk about value.

Volunteerism 86

Volunteerism Volunteerism Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management 86

Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of filing Form 990 in a timely and accurate manner. However, did you know that you can gain valuable insights about your nonprofit from your Form 990 that can help you obtain donors ? The answer depends on a number of factors specific to your nonprofit.

Nonprofit governance and management 52

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Health Nonprofits 52

Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Due to this collective mastery, your work offers an invaluable skill set that uniquely positions development professionals for leadership at nonprofit and philanthropic agencies. While the demands of each activity may vary, the advancement is a step-by-step process. Organized recordkeeping is key.

Leadership 70

Leadership Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations 70

Top Nonprofits

APRIL 16, 2024

If fulfilling your mission and being identified as an employer of choice are priorities for your nonprofit, invest in employee professional development. This guide outlines four tips for nonprofits of all sizes and levels of sophistication to improve their professional development programs. Evaluating post-training performance.

Participation and motivation 52

Participation and motivation Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Education 52

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 16, 2023

A donor database is much more than a glorified phonebook for nonprofits. When nonprofits invest in the right donor management tools and use them properly, they can become an incredible asset. These solutions optimize and expand your fundraising and donor stewardship activities to help form long-lasting relationships.

Public and Nonprofit Management 80

Public and Nonprofit Management Management Advertising Activism 80

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

AUGUST 1, 2024

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence: How AI is Transforming Various Industries Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it is actively shaping and transforming industries across the globe. AI-powered cameras and sensors monitor premises for suspicious activities and alert security personnel in real time.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Retail Healthcare Finance 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Greg Fine – a marketing consultant that works to elevate nonprofit marketing impact, revitalize giving campaigns, and bring energy and awareness to nonprofit brands and their mission. Artificial intelligence is simplifying the nonprofit slog work that ties up enormous banks of time and resources. Please cite sources.”

Nonprofit Administration and Development 79

Nonprofit Administration and Development Children Nonprofits Collaborations 79

Bloomerang

JULY 5, 2023

Many nonprofit professionals greet the annual reporting process with apprehension. This is because nonprofit annual reports have a bad reputation. This post is designed to guide your organization through the nonprofit annual report creation process. Here’s what to expect: What is a nonprofit annual report? In short: no.

Nonprofits 81

Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy Foundations 81

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Did you know that, on average, 88% of total nonprofit donations comes from just 12% of donors? This small portion of your nonprofit’s supporter base is known as your major donors. To secure the support of these crucial donors, your nonprofit needs to build a robust major gifts fundraising strategy. What is a major gift?

Public and Nonprofit Management 98

Public and Nonprofit Management Retention Management Fundraising 98

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2022

Monthly donations provide your nonprofit with access to reliable, sustainable funding all year round. Your monthly donation program can offer your nonprofit: A reliable, predictable source of ongoing fundraising revenue. We want to increase our monthly giving program retention rate by at least 20%.

Nonprofits 97

Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management Retention Activism 97

Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Your volunteers do a fantastic job in helping your nonprofit turn its dreams for a better community into reality. Showing your gratitude to your volunteers is key to boosting volunteer engagement and retention. Learn how to boost volunteer satisfaction and increase retention. Let’s dive in to learn more!

Public and Nonprofit Management 81

Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Retention Environmental 81

Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2022

Every member of your nonprofit team already knows how to build strong relationships with friends, co-workers, family members, significant others, and more. Donor stewardship—also known as stewarding your donors—is the act of building relationships with supporters after they make a donation to your nonprofit. What is donor stewardship?

Participation and motivation 94

Participation and motivation Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Communication 94

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

This is the fourth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits.

Fundraising 137

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management 137

Bloomerang

JUNE 20, 2023

It’s clear that having a comprehensive online fundraising strategy is crucial for modern nonprofits. When your nonprofit uses online fundraising platforms and follows best practices, you can meet your supporters where they are—online—and enable them to give quickly and easily. Set up recurring donations. Share the gifts they’ve made.

Fundraising 95

Fundraising Fundraising Retention Participation and motivation 95

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The Plain Language Movement started in the 1970s based on the idea to make it easier for the public to read, understand, and use government communications. Plain Language Resources: Big Duck’s Plain Language for Nonprofits. They focus your nonprofit on tracking and reporting impact which is essential for fundraising success.

Marketing 126

Marketing Marketing Fundraising Fundraising 126

Nonprofit Fixer

JANUARY 24, 2023

The Complete Guide to Implementing the Four-Day Workweek If you want to create the kind of workplace no one wants to leave, while still pushing for excellence and work-life balance, consider this long overdue, and much-misunderstood management tool. In the past few years, the four-day workweek (4DWW) has been getting increasing attention.

Public and Nonprofit Management 98

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Production Public and Social Policy 98

Nonprofit Megaphone

APRIL 7, 2023

Nonprofit organizations are constantly striving to create a positive impact on the world around them. Whether it’s through social services, environmental conservation, or advocacy for marginalized communities, nonprofits are at the forefront of creating a better future for all. The answer lies in metrics and tools.

Collaborations 52

Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Foundations 52

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 16, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you know how important hosting fundraising events is to both expanding your donor base and retaining existing donors. By giving supporters a way to connect with other like-minded supporters and your nonprofit’s staff, you can facilitate community and deep relationships at these events.

Participation and motivation 52

Participation and motivation Fundraising Fundraising Food 52

Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2023

It’s clear that having a comprehensive online fundraising strategy is crucial for modern nonprofits. When your nonprofit uses online fundraising platforms and follows best practices, you can meet your supporters where they are—online—and enable them to give quickly and easily. Here’s what to expect: What is online fundraising?

Fundraising 77

Fundraising Fundraising Retention Participation and motivation 77

Top Nonprofits

MAY 5, 2023

Along with following these steps, your association should leverage an AMS platform with tools like registration management and form builders to simplify and streamline the planning process. Reference recent publications. Market the event. Evaluate event success and follow up with members. Let’s dive in!

Associations 52

Associations Public and Nonprofit Management Recruitment Management 52

Nonprofit Megaphone

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Building an email list and a network of loyal supporters is one of the most effective ways for nonprofits to advertise and achieve their goals. The Value of Email Marketing: Balancing Retention and Acquisition Donor and client acquisition is essential to growing your customer base. However, it, like anything, has its limitations.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Retention Values 52

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Fundraising apps are helpful tools that drive your nonprofit’s fundraising campaigns by empowering you to pull in more donations, and there are hundreds to choose from. Know What You’re Looking For: 2 Types of Fundraising Apps There are two types of fundraising apps you should be aware of: nonprofit-facing, and donor-facing.

Nonprofit governance and management 80

Nonprofit governance and management Fundraising Fundraising Public and Nonprofit Management 80

Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

1,071 fundraising professionals were surveyed at small and medium-sized nonprofits supporting a variety of causes. Craft personalized thank-you messages and updates to strengthen relationships with donors and enhance donor retention. sure also to include the overhead rate of staffing and running your nonprofit.

Fundraising 73

Fundraising Fundraising Finance Retention 73

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The five-day, 40-hour workweek that has become the standard of American workplaces is the legacy of decades of labor activism, culminating in the 1938 Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). And the nonprofit is putting its money where its mouth is, so to speak: Common Future has itself adopted a four-day workweek for employees.

Environmental 123

Environmental Collaborations Health Production 123