Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JULY 14, 2014

Here’s the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators, where we ask you to describe your day in your own words. Nichols is the senior director of marketing and communications for GuideStar , a nonprofit that powers philanthropy and is widely considered the leading source of nonprofit information.

Communication 235

Communication Social Entrepreneurship Philanthropy Entrepreneurship 235

Ann Green

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Diverse revenue streams provide a sustainable financial foundation for nonprofits. Successfully encouraging your existing supporters to give again, especially on a recurring basis, creates a stable financial foundation of predictable revenue. Automating communications to retain recurring donors.

Nonprofits 165

Nonprofits Environmental Charitable Contribution Volunteerism 165

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

DECEMBER 4, 2024

As of April 2024, 58% of 501(c)(3) organizations have incorporated AI into their digital communications, and 68% use it to analyze constituent data. No matter your communications’ purpose, use generative AI to supplement human content creation, not replace it. Collaborative ) as your foundation.

Healthcare 130

Healthcare Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Leadership 130

Candid

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

He’s given tens of billions to Buffett family-affiliated foundations, and while not all are based in Nebraska, three of the state’s top 10 grantmakers are The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation, The Sherwood Foundation, and Buffett Early Childhood Fund. Community involvement begins early in Nebraska,” says Malek-Madani.

Culture 106

Culture Foundations Children Philanthropy 106

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Gary McGeough from Bristol Organizations Committed Team Players, Capable of Collaborating Effectively I seek individuals who are genuinely passionate about our mission and show a strong belief in our values and goals. They should be dedicated to serving our community and willing to go the extra mile to make a positive impact.

Ethics 107

Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 107

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 15, 2023

In an inspiring career journey that exemplifies the power of networking, seizing new opportunities, and embracing the unknown, Nicole Collier White, CNP has recently taken on a new role within the Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) system as Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer.

Public and Nonprofit Management 246

Public and Nonprofit Management Homelessness Collaborations Education 246

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 27, 2025

The last decade has seen an explosion in donor advising and education groups, giving circles , pooled or collaborative funds , impact investing networks, philanthropic prizes, and pledges. Women are more collaborative: Women are more likely to engage in collaborative giving than men (e.g. a giving circle).

Philanthropy 126

Philanthropy Collaborations Management Environmental 126

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 7, 2011

The Nonprofit Research Collaborative (NRC) released its first report “ The Nonprofit Fundraising Survey: November 2010.&# The NRC includes six organizations that serve the nonprofit sector: the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Blackbaud, the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, the Foundation Center, GuideStar USA Inc.,

Communication 176

Communication Nonprofits Universities Collaborations 176

Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2025

Revisit mission, vision and values : Everything naturally and powerfully flows from this foundation. Create a communications calendar: The good news is that there have never been so many communication channels, and the better news is that many of them are affordable even for smaller nonprofits. Our nation boasts more than 1.5

Fundraising 110

Fundraising Fundraising Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations 110

Candid

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The need to center performance over prestige According to Altrata’s Ultra High Net Worth Philanthropy 2024 report, “[a]lmost 20% of UHNW individuals have a private foundation. Collaborate with influencers to amplify the nonprofit’s brand and bring them to the attention of UHNW individuals.

Health 97

Health Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations 97

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 20, 2025

Review your communications and communications policies to ensure that they do not create unnecessary risks of copyright or trademark infringement, defamation, fraudulent misrepresentations, or political campaign intervention. The factsheet What Is Lobbying Under the 501(h) Election? from Alliance for Justice is a helpful resource.

Public and Social Policy 121

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Race and Ethnicity 121

Affnetz

APRIL 16, 2024

From scheduling meetings and distributing board materials to tracking attendance and managing communication, board management software offers a solution that saves time, enhances efficiency, and improves collaboration. Communication Capabilities: An effective board management software should have strong communication capabilities.

Management 245

Management Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development 245

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 8, 2025

Below is a pie chart highlighting how I collaborated with clients last year and provided value through my work. Second, I occasionally collaborate with agencies as their tactical consultant, helping to bring their strategies to life. Paul, Minnesota, uses images as a communication tool. The percentages are derived from revenue.

Retail 130

Retail Children Food Public and Nonprofit Management 130

Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Trust is the cornerstone herean active, vocal community builds credibility for your nonprofits mission. Strategies for building community Most nonprofits emerge out of a clear community need (think food banks, homeless shelters, health-focused foundations).

Fundraising 102

Fundraising Fundraising Homelessness Retention 102

Bloomerang

MARCH 14, 2025

Effective internal communication and trust are the foundation of donor retention success. However, misalignment within an organization can create roadblockspoor internal communication, siloed departments, and lack of strategic coordination can all lead to lost fundraising opportunities.

Finance 77

Finance Fundraising Fundraising Collaborations 77

Bloomerang

JANUARY 30, 2025

The strategies in this article offer practical steps to strengthen your organizations financial foundation. Tap into recurring giving to create a steady stream of revenue Predictable revenue is the foundation of financial stability, and recurring giving is one of the best ways to achieve it.

Public and Social Policy 121

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Retention 121

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 24, 2025

Unlike private sector mergers where financial returns serve as the primary metric, our social sector M&A required deep mission alignment as its foundation. Substantial resources are often required: as George and Taren Stinebrickner-Kauffman note , for example, the Guidestar merger with Foundation Center cost $45 million.

Social Enterprise 108

Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Nonprofits Culture 108

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In 2020, iF , A Foundation for Radical Possibility (then the Consumer Health Foundation) hosted a retreat with our board and staff. However, to truly be in solidarity with Black people, we realized that as a private foundation, we needed to look in the mirror as well.

Foundations 119

Foundations Philanthropy Construction Healthcare 119

Getting Attention

APRIL 9, 2012

At last—funding specifically directed to communications! This RFP is focused on development organizations but I hope more funding will follow from Gates and other foundations, as a recognition of how crucial engagement is to achieving organizational and programmatic goals.

Foundations 75

Foundations Communication Advertising Collaborations 75

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JUNE 6, 2024

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, understanding how to collaborate effectively with graphic designers is number one in elevating your organization’s visual presence. Get the communication right. Success in design starts with clear communication. Creative briefs were made for this.

Construction 225

Construction Collaborations Production Foundations 225

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Registration has just opened for Session #9 of our Communications Director Mentoring Program , taking place January – June 2016. New this session: In addition to providing a rock-solid foundation of nonprofit marketing best practices, we are also adding what we call CALM marketing skills into the mix too.

Collaborations 172

Collaborations Foundations Management Communication 172

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 4, 2023

However, you probably work at an organization where each department works in a “horseshoe” format – meaning nobody collaborates well and communication takes way too long – traveling up the chain of command, across, and then back down. It means helping them solve their most pressing issues in a collaborative process.

Leadership 211

Leadership Participation and motivation Collaborations Culture 211

Candid

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The Funder Safeguarding Collaborative (FSC)fiscally sponsored and co-founded by Global Fund for Childrenworks to create organizational practices and cultures in support of safeguarding. Those cases sparked awareness among many funders of their role in incentivizing safety and their obligations when failures occur at grantee organizations.

Philanthropy 95

Philanthropy Culture Law Collaborations 95

Candid

MARCH 26, 2025

There, she learned a key lessonthe need for better communication between grant writers and program staff. She soon realized that the most important element of fundraising communication is to share the real impact of the work the United Way did. You can learn more about internal and external collaboration through these resources.

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Fundraising Collaborations Values 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

This includes assessing market trends, analyzing donor behavior, and leveraging new technology to enhance operations and communication. Reviewal of Values, Mission, and Beliefs Core values, mission, and beliefs serve as the foundation of every nonprofit organization. Not sure where to even start?

Public and Social Policy 209

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Culture 209

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Over the programs three years, Fair Chance collected data from each ED assessing their organizations capacity in eight areas (leadership development, board development, financial management, fundraising, strategy and planning, human resource management, program evaluation, and communication and partnerships). For example, when we first met A.

Nonprofit governance and management 116

Nonprofit governance and management Organizational Change Nonprofit Capacity Nonprofits 116

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

These are the pillars on which we build our organizational culture: Inclusive collaboration, respect, commitment to learning and adaptability. Consider these four pillars to build a culture in which everyone feels welcome: Four Pillars to Build an Inclusive Culture Inclusive collaboration is the key to success.

Health 242

Health Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Civil Society 242

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

It caught our attention too, so we looked into just how this tool can benefit social impact communicators like us and who seems to be doing it right so far. In what ways can we highlight opportunities for our audience to get involved, such as volunteering or supporting our cause, as demonstrated by Baldrick’s Foundation ?

Nonprofits 242

Nonprofits Foundations Children Collaborations 242

Anedot

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Position: Operations & Communications Director (F/T) Reports to: Executive Director, Project Coyote Job Description: The Operations & Communications Director (OCD) is responsible for leading a remote team and overseeing all operations, communications, and development efforts of this dynamic and growing organization.

Communication 40

Communication Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership 40

The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

Collaborating on grant-funded projects, and particularly proposal development, is essential for nonprofits. However, fostering a productive proposal-building environment often presents scheduling and communication hurdles. Its difficult to ask collaborators to account for AI use after the fact, so discuss this at the outset.

Collaborations 52

Collaborations Ethics Health Technology 52

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Delegation also fosters more participation, collaboration, and teamwork, allowing marketing teams to harness the diverse talents across the team. Onboarding is the Foundation for Success Effective onboarding is critical for the success of new hires. Encourage open communication and regularly provide constructive feedback.

Marketing 205

Marketing Marketing Participation and motivation Construction 205

Candid

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In my 30 years working to bring corporations and nonprofits together, Ive seen how nonprofits, despite their critical work and deep community connections, struggle to secure the financial and strategic support they need to expand their programs and sustain their teams. Blank Family Foundation.

Collaborations 52

Collaborations Nonprofits Foundations Energy 52

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 6, 2015

All this week, we are taking a look at what it means to be a CALM Communications Director ( Collaborative , Agile , Logical, and Methodical). But they don’t matter without a logical strategy as their foundation. But they don’t matter without a logical strategy as their foundation.

Collaborations 180

Collaborations Associations Communication Marketing 180

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Each week, I’m posting a challenging scenario based on real stories from communications directors. In what ways could being more CALM (Collaborative, Agile, Logical and/or Methodical) help? It’s important that we all share the #CALMnotBUSY model as a foundation in the discussions. What’s your advice to Jane?

Collaborations 157

Collaborations Management Foundations Communication 157

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 16, 2023

Setting boundaries is all about saying No, which we know is very hard for nonprofit communication staff! I’ve found her materials incredibly helpful in coaching communications staff. That inner truth is the foundation for setting your boundaries. I’ll share the other patterns in additional blog posts.

Communication 203

Communication Collaborations Culture Production 203

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 21, 2012

For those of you trying to get your content organized for next year, the LightBox Collaborative 2013 editorial calendar is now available. Looking to change up the look of your website or other online communications? Jeff Brooks asks Will Social Media Help You If You’re Failing in Traditional Media?

Marketing 170

Marketing Marketing Nonprofits Collaborations 170

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MAY 10, 2016

In Act I, thousands of nonprofits in more than 40 communities across the US, after months of planning, launched their Giving Days with great excitement and anticipation. In Act III, community foundations and/or individual nonprofits rallied with creative Plan Bs that saved the day! (Of Likely Heroes: Community Foundations.

Foundations 186

Foundations Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations Associations 186