Fri.Dec 01, 2023

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J.M. Kaplan Fund Names New Executive Director

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest The J.M. Kaplan Fund Julia Bator, executive director of The J.M. Kaplan Fund. Also, the Arc of the United States picked a U.S. Department of Education leader as its next CEO, and the David and Lucile Packard Foundation has tapped a new U.S. racial-justice director.

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Donors Give $3.1 Billion to Nonprofits on GivingTuesday This Year

NonProfit PRO

In the first indication of how year-end giving will fare this year, GivingTuesday donations rose less than 1% on Tuesday. The GivingTuesday Data Commons noted that more analysis of the data will be unveiled over the coming weeks.

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Comment on Fame and Fortune Await! Take the NEW Major Gifts Challenge by Jillian Ashton

Amy Eisenstein

The Major Gifts Challenge is back and new and improved. Commit just a few hours each week and you'll be raising major gifts in no time! Watch this video.

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Study: More Than 80% of Parents Successfully Model Philanthropic Behavior for Their Children

NonProfit PRO

A new study shows that children are following in their parents’ charitable footsteps, with 81% of parents who give reporting that their children under age 18 also participated in a charitable activity in the past year.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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.

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UNESCO World Heritage Designation in Ohio Honors Indigenous Culture

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: Herb Roe on wikimedia.org “We stand upon the shoulders of geniuses, uncommon geniuses who have gone before us. That’s what we are here about today,” said Chief Glenna Wallace of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, as reported by the AP. Wallace spoke before a crowd gathered at the Hopewell Culture National Historical Park in Chillicothe, OH.

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National Service Programs Provide a Powerful Return on Investment

NonProfit PRO

AmeriCorps released the results from four new return-on-investment (ROI) studies that estimate the value of benefits its programs generate per dollar invested. Each study helps AmeriCorps communicate the value of its programs to relevant stakeholders.

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Achieving Excellence in Fundraising: The Go-To Reference

NonProfit PRO

In the fifth edition of Achieving Excellence in Fundraising, the editors present an essential text to the art and science of fundraising. This trusted resource makes transformational advances to previous editions, responding to the rapidly changing environment. It retains proven best practices—the ones that have made this the field’s go-to book—addressing an enduring shift toward innovation, cutting-edge research, and a call for more inclusive fundraising.

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How to Organize a Dodgeball Tournament Fundraiser

Donorbox Nonprofit

Dodgeball conjures up memories of grade school playgrounds and gym classes for many of us. Your nonprofit can turn these memories into a fun and successful fundraising event with a dodgeball tournament fundraiser. Beyond the adrenaline-fueled matches, dodgeball fundraisers bring together communities, support nonprofits, and create a fun event for participants and spectators.

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Sit in the Driver’s Seat with PHLYTrac Vehicle Telematics Program

NonProfit PRO

PHLYTRAC gives dynamic insights into driver behavior, vehicle stats, and more to help organizations lower the risk of driver-related accidents. Using GPS technology, organizations are in the driver's seat with access to live maps, driver scorecards, a fleet management dashboard with vehicle health, and much more! The devices install in minutes, protecting vehicles and drivers, empowering them with valuable driver behavior and vehicle statistics.

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Raise More With A Nonprofit Point of Sale (POS) System

Donorbox Nonprofit

The first point of sale (POS) system was created by IBM in 1973 – over fifty years ago. Since then, the POS has evolved from a basic cash register to a fully-fledged sales solution with analytics and tracking. When you hear “POS,” you might immediately think of shops or restaurants. However, many nonprofits need a […] The post Raise More With A Nonprofit Point of Sale (POS) System appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

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.

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The Why Behind Hivebrite’s New Brand Identity

NonProfit PRO

Hivebrite has experienced rapid, exponential growth in recent years. The company is no longer a startup, and has unveiled a new brand identity and revamped its website to match.

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Compensation Consulting for Nonprofit Organizations: 4 FAQs

Top Nonprofits

Picture this: You’re a mid-size nonprofit with a tight budget. You’re doing your best to engage your employees and compensate them for the value they bring to your organization, but many leave after working with you for only a short amount of time. All of your efforts to retain your employees feel like attempting to hold water in a sieve. So, what do you do?

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5 Tips for Getting More Email Subscribers

Nonprofit Megaphone

Newsletters and email marketing campaigns are one of the best ways for nonprofits to keep in touch with donors, volunteers, and clients. According to MailChimp, the average open rate for marketing emails that come from nonprofits is 25.17% —substantially higher than the overall average of 21.33%. If used successfully, email campaigns can be instrumental in helping to build an awareness of your organization’s brand, solicit donations, inform subscribers of upcoming events and opportunities

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5 Last-Minute Ways To Connect With Donors Before End Of Year

Bloomerang

Year-end campaigns are lurking right around the corner. Here in Nonprofit Land, we’re writing appeals, and setting goals, and looking nervously at our calendars, as the end of the year creeps ever closer. You know who’s probably not thinking about year-end fundraising at all? Your donors. As strange as it seems to us on the inside, the average person is not planning their schedule based on how many days are left until December 31.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Is Your Nonprofit Using AI? If Not, Read This.

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

Tennessee Nonprofit Network Explores the Burgeoning AI world in nonprofits Deep in the heart of your bustling nonprofit, a revolution is brewing. Invisible to the naked eye, yet potent in its potential, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is weaving its magic, transforming the very fabric of your organization. Imagine a world where repetitive tasks, once the bane of your staff's existence, are effortlessly handled by AI's tireless hands.

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What Pro-Democracy Activists Can Learn From Their Adversaries

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

White Christian nationalists have pushed an agenda eroding democratic norms — and have gained momentum by meeting people's spiritual and material needs. Pro-democracy forces need to take note. By Rev. Liz Theoharis and Rahna Epting White Christian nationalists have pushed an agenda eroding democratic norms — and have gained momentum by meeting people's spiritual and material needs.

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With Help from the Donors of Color Network, Two Organizations Are Creating Change

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: dragana991 on istock.com The Climate Funders Justice Pledge calls upon the top 40 funders in the United States to increase their funding of BIPOC-led organizations to at least 30 percent of their portfolios within the next two years. Started in 2021 by the Donors of Color Network , it also asks for transparent reporting of their grants and follow-through on philanthropic pledges made to BIPOC-led organizations.

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Pro-Democracy Advocates Have a Lot to Learn From White Christian Nationalists — Seriously

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

White Christian Nationalists have grown their anti-democratic movement by meeting people’s spiritual and material needs. Pro-democracy forces need to take note. By Rev. Liz Theoharis and Rahna Epting Meeting people’s spiritual and material needs has allowed white Christian nationalists to gain traction. Pro-democracy advocates and donors should embrace similar strategies.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Progressive Organizations Must Speak Up about Palestine

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: Gayatri Malhotra on Unsplash During the last week of November, the world watched as a temporary truce took hold in Gaza, briefly pausing Israel’s bombing campaign which has killed over 14,000 people. As a Muslim executive director of a national racial justice organization and a Jewish former foundation executive, we find that most organizational leaders and activists we talk to are horrified by the ongoing Israeli attacks on Gaza, the killing of Palestinian civilians, and the r