The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Drew Lindsay IStockphoto DAFs and other new giving vehicles promise anonymity for the busy and the privacy-minded. That's introducing new tensions to the nonprofit-donor relationship.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 8, 2024
This is the busiest time of the year for fundraisers. Here's some advice on how to develop your ask strategy so you can find year-end success.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The organization that spearheaded the exhibit asked Muslim Americans nationwide to share personal stories of daily giving. There were nearly 200 submissions. By Jie Jenny Zou WF Fund Sasa Aakil and Kae Pershon, art designers for Inspired Generosity, review the exhibit at the Auburn Avenue Research Library ahead of the opening in Atlanta. By spotlighting everyday stories of generosity in the Muslim American community, the creators of a new exhibit hope to challenge harmful narratives Muslim Ameri
NonProfit Quarterly
OCTOBER 8, 2024
This exclusive clip offers a sneak peek into our Premium webinar, “Hidden Gems: Actionable Lessons from the Untold Stories of Black Philanthropists.” This discussion was held in celebration of Black Philanthropy Month and the rich legacy and vibrant future of African-descent giving. Philanthropy has always been a fundamental part of the Black experience throughout the African diaspora, and this enlightening session explores the historical and current impact of Black philanthropists on our commun
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 8, 2024
The Women’s Earth Alliance trains, funds, and supports local environmental leaders. By Ben Gose Anthony Wanjiku The Women’s Earth Alliance trains, funds, and supports local environmental leaders.
NonProfit Quarterly
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Image credit: Nappy on Pexels “As I reflect on the lessons from New Seneca Village , one of the things that really stands out to me is that my body…is home. My body tells me when I’m feeling unsafe or when it’s time to rest. [This experience] has turned me inside out and I feel like I’m becoming more of who I’m meant to be.” This reflection from Kayla Tolentino , a philanthropic and health equity advocate and a participant in the restorative leadership residency at New Seneca Village is so
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Candid
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The year-end giving season is an opportunity for people to express their values by supporting their communities and the causes that matter most to them. It is also a crucial time for many nonprofit organizations to secure operational funding, committed volunteers, and advocates for their work. GivingTuesday, the annual event that started with a hashtag and has grown into a global movement in over 100 countries, kicks off year-end fundraising activities on December 3.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Some nonprofit leaders were afraid that they might have to close their doors. By Susan Neely-Barnes, Elena Delavega, and Melissa Hirschi Some nonprofit leaders were afraid that they might have to close their doors.
Bloomerang
OCTOBER 8, 2024
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), nonprofits stand at a pivotal crossroads. The AI Equity Project 2024 offers a comprehensive overview of the current state of AI adoption in the nonprofit sector across the U.S. and Canada. As AI becomes increasingly integral to operational efficiency, decision-making, and outreach, understanding its equitable implementation is crucial for organizations committed to social impact. “The question is no longer – ‘if AI ca
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Drew Lindsay Getty Images Charities aren't getting the information donors want them to have thanks to less-than-clear digital interfaces, mistakes, and confusion in the development office.
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.
Blue Avocado
OCTOBER 8, 2024
We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What has been your most successful fundraising strategy?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: Less is More: Simple Emails Can Boost Donations and Engagement After learning in a webinar that one of Barack Obama’s most successful fundraising emails had the subject line “ Hey ,” I decided I was overcomplicating things trying to develop a perfect campaign.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The Great Wealth Transfer is upon us—Baby Boomers have begun to bequeath the most wealth in world history—and one thing is sure: the methods used to reach the next generation of donors will be markedly different than what successfully reached their predecessors. Join this free webinar on December 10 to learn about the practical use of cutting-edge tools to grow a digital donor tribe of 25-50-year-olds inspired by your organization’s mission.
Jeff Brooks
OCTOBER 8, 2024
A ten-week series on things you should know about fundraising. Not handed to me on a mountain, but gathered slowly over the course of years working in fundraising. Donors don’t give to support organizations or programs; they give to make something happen. This is a hard commandment to follow. It requires us to get outside own own perspective and to see through the eyes of less-connected, less-knowledgable donors.
The Killoe Group
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Explore the best practices for refining your year-end giving page to maximize donations and amplify your impact.
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!
Anedot
OCTOBER 8, 2024
POSITION: Director of Quality and Strategic Growth POSITION DESCRIPTION : This position serves in the capacity of internal quality support and oversight across a platform of both services and operations. Additionally, the position operates as a resource developer for volunteer, paid employment opportunities, and community partnerships.
The Killoe Group
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Explore the best practices for refining your year-end giving page to maximize donations and amplify your impact.
Anedot
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Join Our Team as Executive Director at Russian Riverkeeper! Are you passionate about protecting the environment and fostering community engagement? Do you have the leadership skills to drive impactful change? Russian Riverkeeper (RRK) is looking for a dynamic and experienced Executive Director to lead our organization in ensuring continued growth, broader outreach of the community and donors, and greater capacity to take on new projects and issues.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will distribute $210 million in Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) funds through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as the second tranche of funding to protect faith-based institutions and nonprofits against targeted attacks. The funding will be made available in a Notice of Funding Opportunity to be published later this month.
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.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
OCTOBER 8, 2024
By Anders Indset An excerpt from The Viking Code on flourishing through collective spirit
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Women’s and girls’ organizations surpassed $10 billion in giving for the first time, receiving $10.2 billion in philanthropic support during 2021. While awareness of gender-focused issues such as pay equity and reproductive rights has grown, overall charitable giving that supports women and girls remains relatively small at 1.9% of total giving. The data is from the sixth annual Women & Girls Index researched by the Women’s Philanthropy Institute (WPI) at the Indiana University Lilly Family
NonProfit Quarterly
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Image credit: Aakash Dhage on Unsplash American journalism is in crisis mode. Local newsrooms are slashing staff or shuttering altogether, and the for-profit model that has supported most of the news industry is in danger of either imploding or sacrificing quality to cost-cutting pressures—not to mention the many challenges of maintaining integrity in the era of AI-generated content.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Phillip Jiménez is stepping down from his role as president and CEO of the West Cook YMCA in Oak Park, Illinois and will join YMCA of the USA as the National Lead, CEO Engagement, Small-Mid size Y (SMY) Network. The new role is part of Y-USA’s strategy to build support and build closer relationships with association CEOs across the country. Jiménez begins his new role in November.
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.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Nonprofit mailers and related organizations are being urged to thank members of Congress who supported the recent cancellation of an anticipated increase in the postage rate. The thank-you effort was spurred by Keep US Posted, a nonprofit advocacy group that supports “a reliable, affordable U.S. Postal Service.” According to an email from Keep US Posted, individuals and entities affected by postal rate increases are being urged to contact at least 30 members of Congress with messages of thanks f
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