The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Diversity programming that emphasizes respect and cooperation is starting to gain traction on campuses. By Eboo Patel Stephanie Keith/Getty Images People set up a makeshift memorial for the Jewish hostages taken by Hamas near the pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University. Diversity programming that emphasizes respect and cooperation is starting to gain traction on campuses.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
A study shows volunteers who are trained, supported and strategically deployed can add value to nonprofits seeking to increase their capacity.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 7, 2024
This and other questions start to get answers in new projects that map a growing movement to strengthen democracy, close divides, build civic health, and more. By Drew Lindsay Logan Cyrus for The Chronicle Several new efforts aim to catalog grassroots efforts to strengthen democracy and close divides. Takiyah McCathern, an assistant principal at a high-poverty middle school in Wilkes County, N.C., raises money to pay for medical physicals required for students to play sports.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Independent Sector and United For ALICE released a report showing that more than one-fifth of nonprofit employees struggle financially.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 7, 2024
By Maria Di Mento Children’s Health/UTSW Trevor and Jan Rees-Jones, center, with sons David Rees-Jones, left, and Trevor Richard Rees-Jones, III, attend the groundbreaking for a new medical campus supported by a $100 million gift from the Rees-Jones Foundation. Plus, University of Chicago’s Booth School received $60 million from two alumni hedge funders; and Beth Israel, Houston Christian University, and University of California at Irvine lands $20 million apiece for new buildings and capital pr
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
A new study revealed challenges in America’s nonprofit industry that are holding back change and leaving workers “exhausted and overwhelmed.
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NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Virtuous released its "Nonprofit Fundraising Benchmark Report," providing insight into the seven KPIs that drive nonprofits' growth.
Veritus Group
OCTOBER 7, 2024
You have a lot going on right now, but you also have a plan. That is all you need. Work your plan and the rest will follow. The post You’re Going to Be Okay: A Year-End Reminder appeared first on Veritus Group.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The Blackbaud Institute released a report revealing new insights to encourage spontaneous givers to become repeat donors.
Candid
OCTOBER 7, 2024
An unusual TikTok trend emerged this summer. It wasn’t a new dance or a trending audio. It was debating the details of the IRS classification of nonprofits—especially those related to politics. As election season heats up, discussions of “political” nonprofits is likely to continue. But what makes a nonprofit “political,” anyway? This article will explain the 501(c)(4) designation for nonprofits and describe the rules and context around 501(c)(4)s and political activity.
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Blackbaud unveiled several product updates aiming to connect workflows and teams to save time and provide insights.
Non Profit AF
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Hi everyone. Today, a colleague sent me this text: “There’s a CEO of a family foundation who is adamantly against.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The Council on Foundations released the first report of three exploring philanthropy’s investment in connecting across differences.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 7, 2024
In the exempt-organizations context, fiscal sponsorship is a relationship through which a tax-exempt entity (sponsor) agrees to accept donations on behalf of another entity (project) that is, traditionally, not tax-exempt, including everything from informal associations of people to newly incorporated entities that have applied for but not received determination letters from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Foundation Source launched the Impactfully Mobile smartphone app, which enables on-the-go operational, grantmaking and other management needs.
Get Fully Funded
OCTOBER 7, 2024
In the nonprofit sector, approximately 80% of individual donation revenue comes from the top 20% of donors. For some organizations, the ratio is closer to 90/10. No matter the exact breakdown for your nonprofit, a solid major gifts strategy is essential for maximizing your organization’s fundraising potential. However, securing major gifts takes significantly more time and effort than soliciting lower-level contributions.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Research by BBB’s Give.org shows that review of accuracy in appeals and protection of donor information are now top-of-mind.
Nonprofit Leadership Podcast
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Nonprofit. It’s a word we all use to describe our organizations, but are we inadvertently hurting ourselves by using that word? When you hear the name “nonprofit” what comes to mind? Perhaps scarcity, or the opposite of something, or work that we shouldn’t get paid to do? Why do we call this sector by its tax exempt status rather than for what we do?
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
DonorAdvisedFunds.com released its 2024 DAF Gold List with the highest ranked donor-advised funds as determined by the DAFScore algorithm.
NonProfit Quarterly
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Image credit: PeopleImages on istock.com From September 23 to 24, 2024, the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 2024 Annual Meeting brought together nonprofit leaders, government officials, philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and other changemakers to take collective action on “the world’s most pressing challenges.” In a session on advancing social impact on key human rights issues, First Lady Dr.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
BDO released its "2024 Nonprofit Standards" benchmarking survey, which showed nonprofits are expecting to grow, plus other findings.
Clairification
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Are you starting to worry about whether you’ll raise enough money this year to meet your goals? Are you concerned because last year’s appeal didn’t raise as much as you had hoped? Are you fresh out of ideas for what to put into an appeal to generate the giving response you need to sustain vital programs? Fear not! Help is on the way! Just use this 24-point checklist before you send anything to your printer.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The best fundraising organizations always deepen donor engagement with donor feedback. Here's how to effectively collect and use feedback.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The U.S. Postal Service announced the price of a stamp to mail a 1-oz. single-piece First-Class letter will not increase in January 2025.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
OneCause launched its new Golf Event Management solution, empowering nonprofits to manage and execute golf fundraisers with ease.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Truist Foundation launched its Inspire Awards grant program to help create career pathways to economic mobility for workers across the U.S.
Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg
Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Donors are always excited to receive new and interesting ways to demonstrate their support for your cause, and custom footwear is the hot new way to do just that! Interested in learning more? Send your logo file to roger.burnett@halo.com and we'll send you renderings of your very own!
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