Ann Green

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Some nonprofit organizations do a good job of communicating with their donors, but many do not. Often the only times you hear from organizations is when they’re asking for donations. To do all that you need to communicate with your donors at least once or twice a month throughout the year.

Communication 163

Communication Recruitment Homelessness Fundraising 163

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 9, 2025

A peer-to-peer campaign (or P2P) is a type of fundraising where individuals organize and host a campaign on behalf of a nonprofit organization and collect donations from their friends. Determine what youll share and when across your communication channels, including email, social media, text messaging, and your website.

Participation and motivation 109

Participation and motivation Nonprofits Technology Recruitment 109

Ann Green

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The good news is that better donor communication (thank yous and updates) can help you raise more money. Ideally, you should communicate with your donors at least once or twice a month throughout the year. Some of you may already have a communications calendar, which is great. Remember the ask thank report formula.

Communication 143

Communication Recruitment Homelessness Nonprofits 143

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 5, 2024

In the diverse tapestry of nonprofit organizations, one challenge that often arises is the generational and knowledge divide among employees. With multi-generational staff and varying levels of experience, nonprofits must navigate these divides to foster collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

Collaborations 215

Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management Culture Leadership 215

Bloomerang

JULY 21, 2021

Before starting a nonprofit organization, you should understand that the 501(c)(3) designation is just that: a tax designation. Here are the tactical steps you must take to starting a nonprofit. . Recruit incorporators and an initial director. . What are the most common pitfalls new nonprofits encounter?

Nonprofit Organizations 131

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit governance and management Insurance 131

Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2022

You can potentially receive direct donations, in-kind donations, matching gifts , volunteer grants , and other forms of fundraising support from these organizations. recruiting them to become individual supporters of your cause. Once you find new donors for your nonprofit, your stewardship strategy should immediately kick in.

Nonprofit Organizations 128

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Recruitment Nonprofits 128

Candid

APRIL 28, 2022

As Candid’s online librarian, I often receive questions about starting a nonprofit, what it entails, and whether it’s the best way to pursue a person’s particular passions. Starting a nonprofit organization can be an inspiring way to give back to your community and help those in need. ET, Monday-Friday). .

Nonprofit Organizations 116

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Governance Nonprofits 116

The Volunteer Hub

MAY 16, 2023

Updated: 5/16/2023 By leveraging skill-based volunteers, nonprofit organizations can tap into a valuable pool of qualified talent and take on new challenges. Discover the benefits of skill-based volunteerism and how nonprofits can engage and recruit top talent with these 5 essential tips. Professionals want opportunity.

Recruitment 97

Recruitment Volunteerism Volunteerism Values 97

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

. — Jessica Macy from The Do Good Collective Recruit a Serious and Engaged ‘Get ‘er Done’ Board Most of all, nonprofits need engaged, “Get ‘er Done” members willing to join committees and help the staff accomplish operational issues.

Ethics 106

Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 106

NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Financial Management for Nonprofits: The Role of the Nonprofit Finance Committee. Financial management can be intimidating for many nonprofit professionals, especially those new to oversight roles in nonprofit organizations. 4 Simple Strategies to Improve Team Communication at Work.

Public and Nonprofit Management 251

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Finance Nonprofit Leadership Leadership 251

Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Your nonprofit could also just be looking for a way to reach its larger organizational goals and seeking the stability that comes with employee retention before diving into larger projects. Your RFP should communicate your organization’s needs and goals for working with a compensation consultant.

Nonprofit Organizations 105

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Retention Law 105

The Killoe Group

AUGUST 2, 2023

Aside from your nonprofit’s own staff, participants are the people who have the most power to make (or break) your peer-to-peer fundraising program. So, let’s look at some proven tips to help your nonprofit recruit and retain more peer-to-peer participants. Target potential fundraisers. You can collect more information later.

Recruitment 95

Recruitment Participation and motivation Fundraising Fundraising 95

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

Nonprofit organizations tend to treat thanking their donors as an afterthought. If this sounds impossible, find other staff or recruit volunteers to help you. One way to make it easier for you is to create a thank you plan, which you can incorporate into your communications calendar. Here are some ways to do that.

Recruitment 246

Recruitment Retention Communication Fundraising 246

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 14, 2024

We cover this concept a lot at the Nonprofit Marketing Guide including how to do this while remaining Calm, Not Busy. By implementing things like SOPs and other productivity tools, nonprofit organizations can streamline processes, reduce errors, and enhance overall productivity.

Production 243

Production Nonprofits Recruitment Management 243

NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 13, 2022

, join the Nonprofit Leadership Center for a nonprofit training class or certificate program in the new year. These learning experiences will strengthen your skills and your nonprofit organization. Nonprofit Management Series (Begins in February). We are pleased to unveil our 2023 Q1 event schedule. January 2023.

Nonprofit governance and management 229

Nonprofit governance and management Finance Governance Culture 229

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 29, 2020

Your organization can provide that! On a national level, nonprofit organizations are desperately in need of funding, and there are a variety of bills in the works to provide that. It is a crucial time to connect and engage with your organization’s supporters. Virtual Volunteering Programs: 1. Lobby for Your Cause.

Recruitment 226

Recruitment Activism Communication Associations 226

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 10, 2023

Written by: Michael Ash, Ma, CNP, PCM, PMP Reading Time: 5 minutes In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, nonprofit organizations face unprecedented challenges, from transitioning to remote work models to addressing economic hardships, new challenges in fundraising, and community struggles.

Retention 187

Retention Psychology Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Leadership 187

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 10, 2023

This is why many nonprofit organizations rely on volunteers to help them pull off events—because volunteers can put in the work behind the scenes to help your team offer an unforgettable experience that also pulls in donations for your cause. Let’s begin! Actively market event volunteering opportunities.

Recruitment 200

Recruitment Nonprofits Management Activism 200

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Before you start making Asks, you have to assemble your Board, recruit your initial volunteers, set up an accounting system, establish a website, and tackle a few other tasks. This will give your organization the infrastructure, systems, and professional polish you need to gain the trust of donors.

Nonprofits 98

Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management Foundations Homelessness 98

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 6, 2024

“Understanding a budget, equity trends, matching donor preferences to communication—all of that is so important,” Tracy emphasizes. It was during this time that she recognized the importance of being well-rounded in the sector. However, her journey didn’t stop there.

Disaster Relief 246

Disaster Relief Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit Leadership Leadership 246

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

Established nonprofit organizations play a vital role in addressing social issues, driving positive change, and enriching communities. However, even organizations with a long history of impact must continue to evolve, adapt, and innovate to remain effective and relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Public and Social Policy 209

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

Affnetz

MAY 21, 2024

Camp Management Software | How to Run a Successful Camp / By Bala Guntipalli Introduction: In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive into the world of summer STEAM camps, exploring the benefits, planning strategies, and the role of camp management software in ensuring a successful and memorable experience for both campers and organizers.

Management 246

Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Children 246

Ann Green

JANUARY 15, 2019

I sometimes wonder if nonprofit organizations are doing the best they can when they communicate with their donors. Unfortunately, there are a lot of examples of poor communication out there. You can do a better job of communicating with your donors if you make an effort. It doesn’t have to be like this.

Children 178

Children Recruitment Communication Fundraising 178

Ann Green

MARCH 14, 2023

Donor retention continues to be a problem for nonprofit organizations. Many organizations spend a lot of time and energy on acquiring donors, concentrating more on volume, and don’t seem to be concerned that they’re churning through different donors year after year. Recruit board members to make thank you phone calls.

Retention 174

Retention Recruitment Energy Communication 174

Ann Green

APRIL 22, 2024

How does your nonprofit organization compete with all this? You need to communicate regularly with your donors and you need to do it well. Choose the right channels Most likely you’ll use more than one channel to communicate. Email may be your primary mode of communication and there’s a reason for that. It’s a lot!

Nonprofits 165

Nonprofits Communication Recruitment Fundraising 165

Ann Green

APRIL 26, 2023

It’s a lot How does your nonprofit organization compete with all this? You need to communicate regularly with your donors and you need to do it well. Choose the right channels Most likely you’ll use more than one channel to communicate. Email may be your primary mode of communication and there’s a reason for that.

Food 177

Food Communication Recruitment Fundraising 177

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

To make sure that everyone feels respected and valued, as a leader of a global organization you must cultivate an environment built on sound principles. Principles that are a part of everything you do, starting with recruiting and onboarding. Do they represent a diversity of nationalities, ages, backgrounds and perspectives?

Health 242

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

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 26, 2021

By Beth Singer , Principal at Beth Singer Design, LLC – a design and communications firm specializing in nonprofit organizations to help them fundraise, educate, and promote membership and events through design solutions. Clearly and simply define the purpose of the communication. Wheels of Love Branding and Recruitment.

Healthcare 138

Healthcare Recruitment Education Education 138

Ann Green

JUNE 15, 2015

In my last post I wrote about Why You Shouldn’t Give Up on Direct Mail Some nonprofit organizations try to save money by cutting back on printing and mailing, but that could be a mistake if your donors prefer to hear from you by mail. Recruit volunteers and other staff to help with mailings. What can you do?

Recruitment 200

Recruitment Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Organizations 200

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Direct mail is an effective and more personal way to communicate with your donors. Lengthy communication will cost more and your donors are less likely to read it. Special Prices for Nonprofit Mailers. Nonprofit organizations tend to do a poor job of thanking their donors. Recruit volunteers to help, too.

Non-Profits 154

Non-Profits Recruitment Retention Communication 154

Ann Green

APRIL 8, 2021

Your nonprofit organization needs to continue communicating regularly with your donors and you need to do it well. Most likely you’ll use more than one channel to communicate. Email may be the primary way you’re communicating right now and there’s a reason for that. You can also communicate by phone.

Nonprofits 169

Nonprofits Communication Recruitment Fundraising 169

The Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 27, 2021

For nonprofit organizations, gamification offers the unique opportunity to entice volunteers, reward them, and create long-term ambassadors for a cause. Here are 3 ways nonprofit organizations can use gamification to strategically increase volunteer engagement, and drive program efficiency. Effective Communication.

Non-Profits 142

Non-Profits Retention Values Recruitment 142

Fundraising Coach

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

As a nonprofit professional, you understand the challenges of managing a robust volunteer program. From hurdles like volunteer recruitment and burnout to all too common mistakes like disorganized training, its not easy to run an effective program, even if you have the best intentions. Be conscious of communication preferences, as well.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Public and Nonprofit Management Volunteerism Volunteerism Participation and motivation 52

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Not only does crowdfunding raise funds and awareness for your nonprofit, but it can help you recruit donors and strengthen those donor relationships. It’s a fairly straightforward technique whether you’re raising funds as an individual or as a nonprofit. Curious about what the crowdfunding process looks like?

Activism 203

Activism Technology Recruitment Energy 203

Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Instead, it’s the foundation of your volunteer program and a top priority for your nonprofit. Strong management practices mean that you’ll be able to recruit the right volunteers and retain them for the long term. Volunteer management is the process that a nonprofit organization uses to recruit, track, engage, and retain volunteers.

Management 110

Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Recruitment Public and Nonprofit Management 110

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

What if I told you that how you recruit peer-to-peer fundraisers and donors could be more efficient and result in more donations over time? . When you’re recruiting, are you considering how to get people who participated and gave to you the year before to come back and support you again? How to retain peer-to-peer fundraisers.

Retention 131

Retention Fundraising Fundraising Recruitment 131

Ann Green

APRIL 28, 2022

Your nonprofit organization needs to continue communicating regularly with your donors and you need to do it well. Most likely you’ll use more than one channel to communicate. Email may be the primary way you’re communicating right now and there’s a reason for that. You can also communicate by phone.

Food 152

Food Communication Recruitment Fundraising 152