NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

One big reason donors give is the desire for action. Here's how you can appeal to this want to boost fundraising success.

Fundraising 290

Fundraising Fundraising 290

NonProfit Leadership Center

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Stay ready, so you don’t have to get ready. That is Albert Rejouis’ mantra, as he believes preparation is what separates the best from the rest. We are pleased to share that Albert M. Rejouis has joined the Nonprofit Leadership Center team as our new administrative assistant. In this vital support role, Albert will provide comprehensive administrative assistance to ensure smooth organizational operations and exceptional customer service.

Nonprofit Leadership 246

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Psychology Universities 246

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By James Pollard, Associated Press NEW YORK Jeenah Moon/AP Students from Food and Finance high school make taco dough during a summer block party outside the Barclays Center in New York. The Food Education Fund provides hands-on experiences and mentoring for low-income students of color at 10 New York high schools.

Finance 229

Finance Food Associations Education 229

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

In the last two years, collaborations between Make-A-Wish and content creators has helped hundreds of children battling critical illnesses.

Children 165

Children Collaborations Fundraising Fundraising 165

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.

Technology

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

A new start-up is testing autonomous fundraisers that will interact directly with donors. Tech experts have questions. By Rasheeda Childress Givzey The College of Charleston autonomous fundraiser, an A.I.-driven avatar that will provide more communication for donors who don’t give enough to be assigned to a major gift officer but with cultivation might give more.

Communication 204

Communication Fundraising Fundraising 204

Candid

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As most savvy funders know, our collective future hinges on whether this era of unprecedented technological innovation finally breaks down decades of systemic exclusion for those without access…or only further encodes long standing biases. At the heart of the struggle is data. If we don’t center historically marginalized communities in the way we collect, use, and share information, we risk worsening inequalities across all sectors.

Participation and motivation 105

Participation and motivation Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Non-Profits 105

The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The professional fundraising organization Ride to The Chip and its founders have been barred from all future professional fundraising activities in Minnesota. The organization and its founders must pay the nonprofit the Magnus Veterans Foundation money owed to the charity, roughly $5,000. The fundraisers, identified as Tyrone Creer and Alice Arenson, will be required to further pay $75,000 if they violate any part of the agreement with the State of Minnesota, according to an announcement from M

Fundraising 98

Fundraising Fundraising Law Foundations 98

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image credit: Drazen Zigic on iStock As much as 20 percent of the US population is neurodivergent, a concept that autistic disability rights advocates first developed to describe neurological diversity and move away from binary distinctions between “ normal ” and “abnormal” cognition. Examples of neurodivergence include neurological conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, Tourette syndrome, dyslexia, and other conditions related to mental hea

Healthcare 96

Healthcare Medical Health Communication 96

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

In the world of nonprofit fundraising , meeting with a donor for coffee (or any in-person meeting), whether they are a potential supporter or a current contributor, is one of the most crucial interactions you’ll have. This isn’t just a casual coffee chat; it’s a pivotal meeting that can define a donor’s impression of you, your organization, and may determine whether they make a moderate gift, a significant one, or none at all.

Values 88

Values Finance Management Fundraising 88

Non Profit AF

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

A while ago, I learned about ASMR, which stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. You can read about it in.

Fundraising 75

Fundraising Fundraising 75

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.

Finance

Veritus Group

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

When you slow your fundraising down so that you can develop relationships with your donors, you will raise much more revenue in the long term. The post Patience is Revolutionary appeared first on Veritus Group.

Non-Profits 72

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Leadership 72

Nonprofit Leadership Podcast

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Have you ever wondered how public-private partnerships can help solve large-scale social issues? Today’s guest, Kathleen Kelly Janus, shares her experience leading impactful collaborations between government, private companies, and nonprofits to tackle challenges like homelessness and recidivism. Kathleen Kelly explains how these partnerships are vital to scaling innovation and creating… Source Have you ever wondered how public-private partnerships can help solve large-scal

Governance 52

Governance Homelessness Collaborations Nonprofits 52

The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By Richard H. Levey Nearly all (99%) of association leaders are either “completely” or “cautiously” optimistic about their financial viability, and five in six reported being in a better financial situation today than they were five years ago. Leaders surveyed from 228 associations indicate they have recovered from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and settled into a “new normal,” according to the State of Associations , an inaugural study from accounting and consulting firm Wipfli.

Associations 52

Associations Technology Finance Education 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

10 Benefits of Increased Flexibility With Private Cloud Solutions Curious About What Makes Private Clouds So Popular? A private cloud is a dedicated cloud infrastructure solely for one organization, which can be hosted either on-premises or by a third-party provider. Unlike public clouds, which are shared among multiple users, private clouds offer a more tailored and secure environment.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Energy Management 52

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.

Retention

Donorbox Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Maybe you have an outdated CRM solution with clunky processes and a user manual the size of a phonebook. Or maybe you’re still using the dreaded Excel sheet that strains your eyes and leaves you manually collecting crucial donor data. Whatever your situation may be, selecting the right nonprofit CRM requires understanding what features really matter […] The post Nonprofit CRM Features: 8 Things to Look for In a Fundraising CRM appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

How Can You Measure the Efficiency of Private Cloud Solutions? Are you getting the most out of your private cloud solution? In today’s fast-paced digital environment, businesses are investing heavily in private cloud infrastructures, hoping to achieve enhanced control, security, and scalability. But how can you be sure that your private cloud is operating at peak efficiency?

Associations 52

Associations Management Values Marketing 52

Donorbox Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

How do I make my fundraising strategy more sustainable? As a nonprofit professional, you’ve probably thought about this question often. While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, we’ve put together this guide to walk you through the most important steps. Let’s dive in and develop a fundraising strategy that ensures your organization is resilient and successful for years to come!

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 52

Fundraising Coach

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Fundraising letters are still an important part of your fundraising process. Recently, I’ve been getting lots of questions about fundraising letters – both to me directly and on FundraisingCoach GPT (FRC GPT). So I thought I’d give you a simple challenge to try. But first, a few basics. 3 Mistakes Nonprofit Leaders make in their Fundraising Letters Direct mail is one of the most studied forms of marketing.

Fundraising 45

Fundraising Fundraising Marketing Marketing 45

Advertisement

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.

Management

Clairification

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Major gifts begin with “Getting to Know You.” If you want to be a successful major gift fundraiser, stop worrying so much about the ask and think more about securing the “getting to know you” visit. If you can get a visit with a donor, you have an 85% chance they’ll make the gift. Who says? Veteran major gifts guru Jerold Panas, in his iconic book, Asking.

Values 44

Values Fundraising Fundraising 44

Fundraising Leadership

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Issue 272 — September 9, 2024 I had eagerly awaited the publication of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s memoir, Lovely One , since I learned that my talented friend Jamia Wilson, Vice President/Executive Editor at Penguin Random House, secured the plum of editing the book. Finally, the book launched on September 3, 2024, in Harlem’s historic Apollo Theater — the perfect symbolic venue for the first Black woman on the SCOTUS bench.

Leadership 52

Leadership Energy Activism Values 52

The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

AmeriCorps, the federal agency for service and volunteerism, announced the 2025 State and National Grants Competition is now open for applications from organizations who wish to host AmeriCorps members beginning in the summer of 2025. The application deadline is 5 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025. Successful applicants will likely be notified in April 2025, and funding will be released in July.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Poverty Volunteerism Volunteerism 52

Fundraising Leadership

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Gloria Feldt, published author, former President of Planned Parenthood, and CEO, and co-founder of Take the Lead, discusses with host Charlie Stone the importance of gender parity in leadership and the power of “intentioning” for women. She emphasizes the need for women to embrace their power and use it to make a positive impact. The conversation explores the topics of gender socialization, biological differences between men and women, the impact of gender constructs on society, the role of wome

Construction 52

Construction Leadership Values 52

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.

Foundations