Bloomerang

AUGUST 6, 2021

Jen Shang, PhD will take you through a series of real-world examples to demonstrate how philanthropic psychology can be applied to nurture, develop donor identities, and achieve sustainable increases in giving (up to 218% increases using multiple channels and campaigns) as a result of sharing genuine love. So thanks for being here.

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Psychology Children Philanthropy Food 116

NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 24, 2024

This practice enhances communication and builds trust within teams. Consider the evidence-based positive psychology practice, Three Good Things, wherein you identify three things that went well for the day and note why each went well. This does not always need to involve formal training programs.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JUNE 10, 2022

This week we have email trends, how to ask for donations in various ways, the psychology of content marketing and fonts, how to write headlines, and more. Aditya Kathoti shares 5 Psychological Strategies That Impact Content Marketing. Elissaveta Brandon looks at the surprising psychology of fonts. Get Details. Get Details.

Communication 143

Communication Psychology Nonprofits Collaborations 143

The Charity CFO

AUGUST 8, 2022

Moreover, from a human behavior standpoint, the psychology of fundraising doesn’t appear to make sense. So, what forces explain fundraising psychology? The Psychology of Fundraising. Understanding fundraising psychology is more than simply knowing what motivates your donors. A Sense of Duty. Why do donors give YOU money?

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 19, 2021

Big Brains are interesting, leading thinkers in any area of study that connects in some way to the work of nonprofit communications professionals. Challenging urgency in your communications. They also produce the Smart Communications Podcast. 7 steps to evaluate your brand with racial equity in mind. A Cool Kid.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

This week we talk about quiet quitting, color psychology in marketing, Giving Tuesday, and more. Giraffe talks about Colour Psychology in Marketing [INFOGRAPHIC]. Nonprofit Communications Training for You…. 60-Minute Webinar] Get the other departments in your organization as excited about creating communications as you are!

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Communication Psychology Nonprofits Collaborations 130

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 22, 2022

Here is some new research on Social Media Psychology: Why do we follow? Nonprofit Communications Training for You…. The Nonprofit Communications Director Mentoring Program. May 5: Peaceful Time Management and Productivity for Nonprofit Communicators with Kivi Leroux Miller. Why do we share? Bad board member? Get Details.

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Communication Psychology Production Law 143

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 10, 2023

So, What is the Solution to Employee Retention? Psychological contracts are the unwritten expectations and obligations between employers and employees. Nonprofits can create strong psychological contracts by aligning organizational values with staff passions.

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Retention Psychology Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Leadership 187

Bloomerang

APRIL 20, 2021

But really, good nonprofit strategic communication begins within an organization before ever setting out to share with everyone else. . Before you communicate with an audience, get together with your board and staff and get your stuff straight. Before mass nonprofit strategic communication communication, get….

Communication 135

Communication Public and Nonprofit Management Values Nonprofits 135

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Raise your hand if you are a nonprofit communications director who has been formally trained in graphic design. But we know the majority of you are not trained designers and graphic design is just a necessary part of your everyday work as a nonprofit communicator. Happiness, encourages communication. Calm, relaxation.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Welcome to 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. Don’t be shy – tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. She is completing a second graduate degree in Forensic Psychology.

Communication 132

Communication Public and Nonprofit Management Psychology Nonprofits 132

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 3, 2018

It’s time for Mixed Links… Here are 5 Psychological Insights to Improve Your Content Marketing. August 16: From the Swipe File: 25 Nonprofit Communications Examples That Will Inspire Your Own Work with Kivi Leroux Miller. See examples of awesome nonprofit communications and learn what makes them great.

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Communication Psychology Nonprofits Technology 102

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 24, 2025

2 In the face of extraordinary demands, many people have inadequate social supports, and what psychological resources they possess are overwhelmed. 5 Americas communities and people pay the price in suffering and ill healthbut the distress generated is not equally distributed. The United States is in a societal mental health crisis.

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Health Public and Social Policy Medical Public and Nonprofit Management 87

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

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 7, 2015

All this week, we are taking a look at what it means to be a CALM Communications Director ( Collaborative , Agile , Logical , and Methodical). If you don’t create methods for others to follow in your absence, and instead embed all the marketing and communications knowledge within yourself, you are ultimately failing your cause.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 22, 2016

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. Don’t be shy – tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro. . Tell us what you do in a typical day as a nonprofit communications pro.

Communication 108

Communication Psychology Nonprofits Universities 108

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 5, 2024

Break Down Silos Silos and barriers between generations and departments can hinder communication, collaboration, and innovation within nonprofit organizations. Cultivate a Culture of Respect Respectful communication and mutual understanding are essential for bridging generational and knowledge divides within nonprofit teams.

Collaborations 215

Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management Culture Leadership 215

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JUNE 15, 2023

They put in the minimum effort required, and they are psychologically disconnected from their employer. A Few Reasons Why Quiet Quitting Isn’t as Simple as It Seems Are Nonprofit Communicators Looking for New Jobs? Quiet Quitting: These employees are filling a seat and watching the clock.

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Psychology Culture Associations Production 212

Clairification

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Did you ever wonder if there is a foolproof way to communicate with donors? The post Top Secret Strategy to Communicate with Nonprofit Donors appeared first on Clairification. Actually, there is! And it’s not about process. It’s about another ‘P’ word. Can you guess? I’ll give you a hint. Have you figured it out?

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

.” Big Brains are interesting, leading thinkers in any area of study that connects in some way to the work of nonprofit communications professionals. Cool Kids are nonprofits that are doing something that I find especially compelling or interesting or producing great examples of best practices that others can learn from.

Psychology 206

Psychology Education Education Production 206

The Agitator

MARCH 15, 2016

Back in January I noted an article by Claire Axelrad — 9 Valuable Shortcuts to Influence Nonprofit Donors — in which she described how to use some proven precepts of persuasion psychology to improve your fundraising prowess. So, what makes a consumer buy?

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Psychology Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 49

Care2

JULY 20, 2009

I've found that understanding some of the mind's cognitive biases can not only help nonprofit campaigners efficiently motivate our audiences into taking action online, but also help us be more effective professionally.

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Psychology Communication Children Values 57

iMarketSmart

MARCH 28, 2025

The subtext is rich with the unexpressed but ubiquitous expectations that a child has of a parent love us as we are, support us as needed, dont burden us with your dreams, dont expect us to communicate as often as you would like, and believe that someday we will fully appreciate all you have done for us.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MAY 19, 2011

Then, during the creative process, we communicate how the logo should make a person “feel” using a combination of the following graphic elements: 1. Color: perhaps the most important consideration, color has been shown to have measurable psychological impact, and is often affiliated with a specific industry.

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Homelessness Psychology Health Communication 191

iMarketSmart

MARCH 7, 2025

The better we communicate the key elements of relationship-building and storytelling, the more our practice will strengthen and the more we will be valued by those seeking to understand how to establish and sustain best practices. Jim Langley is the president of Langley Innovations.

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Psychology Philanthropy Culture Values 59

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

A recent article at Psychology Today called 10 Tips for Dealing with Success breaks down what we can do to find that happy medium once we have found our groove. The post When Everything Is Going Great at Work #NPCOMMLIFE appeared first on Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog.

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Psychology Communication Nonprofits 147

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Josh Davis has reviewed all the neuroscience and psychology research and come up with what he says are the 5 key strategies. That’s the premise behind Two Awesome Hours: Science-Based Strategies to Harness Your Best Time and Get Your Most Important Work Done (Amazon). The first two are huge for me. Recognize your decision points.

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Energy Production Psychology Management 189

The Agitator

JULY 20, 2016

Here, courtesy of Marketing Profs , are five psychological principles to consider that might help you understand and overcome that resistance. #1: The principle to take into account is that the psychological fear of losing something is a much stronger motivator than the potential to gain or improve something. 1: Pain Avoidance.

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Psychology Health Marketing Marketing 45

NonProfit Leadership Center

MAY 6, 2024

Positive Communication: Effective leadership begins with positive self-talk and extends to affirming, supportive language with others. Admit When You Are Wrong and Apologize: Practice humility and promote open communication. By practicing empathy and promoting shared language, positive leaders create an open and engaging atmosphere.

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Leadership Energy Psychology Culture 147

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

JUNE 11, 2014

It’s no secret that color evokes emotion and is a key visual indicator that communicates meaning. That is, do we generally expect baby blue to communicate power?). How are you using color to communicate your organization’s brand values and personality? Are you red hot? Or true blue?

Psychology 73

Psychology Manufacturing Fundraising Fundraising 73

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

This includes assessing market trends, analyzing donor behavior, and leveraging new technology to enhance operations and communication. Established nonprofits periodically review and reaffirm their values, mission, and beliefs to ensure alignment with their evolving priorities, community needs, and societal trends.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 12, 2016

With rising print costs, communicating and advertising over mail can be a strain on your organization’s budget. While we would never advise that you forgo print communication channels, a strong social media strategy can supplement your print efforts and diminish your donor acquisition costs. A soft launch taps into social psychology.

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The Agitator

APRIL 1, 2014

In the last few days I’ve seen two columns, one in the NY Times and one in the Chronicle of Philanthropy , that I consider ‘must read’ for nonprofit fundraisers and communicators (and their CEOs). branding charities communications Don''t Miss these Posts fundraising nonprofit management nonprofits premium'

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Nonprofit Megaphone

APRIL 17, 2023

This is where understanding the psychology of giving comes into play. By implementing these tips, non-profit organizations can develop a deeper understanding of the psychology of giving and use this knowledge to build stronger relationships with their donors, increase retention rates, and ultimately make a greater impact in their communities.

Psychology 52

Psychology Retention Values Non-Profits 52

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

If you want to get into the psychology behind it, see The Strength Model of Self-Control or Decision Fatigue Exhausts Self-Regulatory Resources ). Learn the Symptoms and How to Fight It #NPCOMMLIFE appeared first on Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog. Do you think you suffer from decision fatigue?

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Psychology Food Culture Management 165

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 24, 2018

He specializes in the new science of philanthropic psychology, a science that is routinely doubling the income for those charities that apply it. The post How to Build Donor Loyalty appeared first on Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog.

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Psychology Philanthropy Retention Universities 129

iMarketSmart

JANUARY 17, 2025

These functions should include marketing and strategic communications, constituent relations, development, research and records, gift accounting, and stewardship. Jim Langley is the president of Langley Innovations.

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