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In a World Filled With Misinformation, Donors Want Truth From Charities

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

New research from the BBB Wise Giving Alliance finds that donors are concerned appeals from charities are sometimes misleading. New research from the BBB Wise Giving Alliance finds that donors are concerned appeals from charities are sometimes misleading.

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Why Podcasts Are Perfect for Nonprofits to Engage Supporters

NonProfit PRO

Podcasts are an excellent way for nonprofits to connect with their supporters and grow their base. Here's why.

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NVIDIA Executive Gives $20 Million to Fight Cancer With A.I. Tools

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Dwight Diercks and his wife, Dian, gave the donation to the Mayo Clinic for its Generative Artificial Intelligence Program. By Maria Di Mento Courtesy of the Mayo Clinic A $20 million gift from Dwight and Dian Diercks will support key elements of Mayo Clinic’s vision for the future of health care. Plus, contemporary ballet company BalletX received a $7.4 million bequest from an influential scholar of 17th- and 18th-century literature, and a Texas oil magnate gave Baylor Athletics $10 million.

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Study Finds Nonprofits are Condensing Operations to Overcome Sustainability Concerns

NonProfit PRO

A Community Brands study found that nonprofits are not just reacting to emerging sustainability challenges, they are proactively responding.

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How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters—emphasizing trust, engagement, and community over transactional giving models. 🤝 Industry expert Tim Sarrantonio will explore data-backed strategies to engage supporters as active participants in a community that values their contributions and shared ideals.

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2024 Summer Social Innovation Reading List

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By SSIR Editors If you’re taking time to wind down and recharge this summer, nothing is better than a good book for finding your center and reorienting on the things that keep us going. Check out these recently excerpted books in SSIR for everything from practical insights on the social sector to the deep questions about the big picture that get to why we do what we do.

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Trend Spotlight: Insights and Takeaways From 2024 Nonprofit Research Data

NonProfit PRO

Join our expert panel for a lively discussion on the latest findings and trends shaping the nonprofit sector. Whether you're seeking to increase impact, optimize revenue, adopt cutting-edge technologies or implement sustainable practices, this webinar will provide essential takeaways to propel your nonprofit forward in an ever-changing landscape.

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Nonprofit Strategy: Three Things to Cleverly Finagle

Clairification

Once upon a time I let folks know I’d “finagled” a discount for them. After one reader told me the word “finagle” means “to obtain something by devious or dishonest means,” I sent an apologetic “Ruh Roh” email. I received a lot of forgiving (thank you!) feedback. Many kindly supported my initial use of the word “finagle.” Apparently, there is more than one definition of finagle.

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Heightened Institutional Mistrust May Have Trickle-Down Impact

The NonProfit Times

Misinformation, disinformation and noninformation are becoming increasingly prevalent in many aspects of society. As a result, trust in many institutions, including nonprofits, is increasingly shaky. While nonprofits still rank comparatively high in terms of relatively trustworthiness, new research offers insights into the factors organization leaders might consider when trying to bridge emerging gaps.

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How to run an experiment on your nonprofit’s social media   

Candid

If there’s one constant in social media, it’s that it’s always changing. Last summer, Meta launched Threads with little warning. LinkedIn changed the way that link previews appear and is testing a video feed (like Instagram Reels). And new platforms, like noplace , are popping up. Instagram announced that hashtags don’t help with reach anymore.

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A Historical Model for AI Regulation and Collaboration

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Lilian Coral In March of 2023, the CEOs of top AI companies penned a letter comparing the risk of extinction from artificial intelligence (AI) to the risk of nuclear war. The letter succeeded in making headlines, dredging up imagery from the Terminator franchise, but it failed to steer the world’s approach to AI in a helpful direction. In fact, many of the ideas around what AI can achieve has been influenced by the notion that it’s as powerful as a nuclear weapon.

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.

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Be Your Own Wonder Woman: Nominate Yourself or Your Peer for the 9 Leadership Power Tools Champion Awards!

Fundraising Leadership

Issue 264 — July 1, 2024 Note: Today, Gloria is passing the mic (or the mouse) to Felicia Davis, Take The Lead Leadership Ambassador extraordinaire, and founder of the Black Women’s Collective. Felicia had the great idea of honoring Take The Lead’s reason for being at our August 25/26 Power Up Conference and Concert — that’s YOU. You are the women and some men who have participated in 50 Women Can Change the World cohorts, taken a 9 Leadership Power tools course or workshop , served as a Leaders

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What to Look for in Nonprofit Accounting Services

The Charity CFO

Choosing the right accounting services is crucial for the financial health of your nonprofit. The right nonprofit accountant helps your organization properly manage its finances, which improves trust and transparency with stakeholders and donors. Let’s explore the key factors to consider when researching nonprofit accounting services–from the firm’s expertise to its technology recommendations–so you can be sure you’re getting the nonprofit accounting your organization needs. 1.

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Empower and Fulfill Your Mission with Donorbox CRM

Donorbox Nonprofit

46% of nonprofits use a CRM that is separate from their fundraising software, which leads to clunky workflows and inconsistent data. And 33% of nonprofits don’t use a CRM at all, opting instead for outdated spreadsheets and manual donor tracking that limits their ability to sustain real donor relationship building. If you fall in one […] The post Empower and Fulfill Your Mission with Donorbox CRM appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Challenges and Opportunities of Election-Year Fundraising (Sponsored)

The NonProfit Times

The 2024 presidential election has dominated the news cycle for nearly a year. As fundraisers, it’s easy to let the election dominate your fundraising efforts — often negatively. Miss your goal this quarter? Seeing a dip in donors? Blame election giving. The truth is this is just another year. While you don’t want to hyper-focus on the election, you shouldn’t ignore it either.

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How to Use Donorbox’s Mail Center Feature

Donorbox Nonprofit

With so much of your team’s communications happening online these days, it’s easy to miss crucial updates and urgent requests from donors. What if all of your donor communications could happen in one place? Donorbox CRM’s Mail Center offers efficient, streamlined tools to help you communicate more effectively. In this article, we’ll walk you through […] The post How to Use Donorbox’s Mail Center Feature appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Top 5 blog posts of the month

Jeff Brooks

Here are the 5 most-read Future Fundraising Now blog posts in the month of June: 5 serious fundraising mistakes that you might be making Good fundraising is much more than well-written copy The dark secret of “churn-and-burn” fundraising How to prevent donor burnout Does your fundraising mean anything at all to your donors? Looking for some really good (and specific) advice for your fundraising?

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How Vent Axia MVHR Enhances Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

How Vent Axia MVHR Enhances Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency Ever wonder why your home feels stuffy even though you’ve cracked open the windows? Or maybe you’ve noticed your energy bills creeping upward despite your best conservation efforts. Enter Vent Axia MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery), a game-changer for indoor air quality and energy efficiency.

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NPMI Master Class

NC Nonprofit

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Flexible and Adaptable Furniture Solutions – How to Future-proof Your Firm?

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

Flexible and Adaptable Furniture Solutions – How to Future-proof Your Firm? The modern workplace has undergone significant transformations. Modern businesses in Miami embrace the latest working methods, prioritizing collaboration. Flexible and adaptable collaboration furniture has become the need of the hour. This blog will explore Miami’s newest office cubicle furniture, including unique styles and varieties.

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UpWork Automation – Automate Job Filtering on Freelance Websites

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

UpWork Automation – Automate Job Filtering on Freelance Websites Leveraging Make.com and OpenAI can revolutionize the way you manage your freelance workflow and Job Filtering, allowing you to concentrate on the most lucrative and high-quality freelance opportunities available. As a freelancer, the process of browsing through numerous job postings on platforms such as Upwork can often be daunting and incredibly time-intensive.

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