Wed.Feb 19, 2025

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Polarization's Chilling Effect on Advocacy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Groups are shying from lobbying and policy work, fearing donor blow back and government retribution, a survey finds. By Heather MacIndoe, Lewis Faulk, and Mirae Kim Groups are shying from lobbying and policy work, fearing donor blow back and government retribution, a survey finds.

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40 Nonprofit Trends for 2025

NonProfit PRO

With a new administration in the White House, shifting policies, and declining donor retention, the nonprofit landscape is evolving faster than ever. How can your organization stay ahead, adapt to change, and drive impact in 2025? 40 Nonprofit Trends for 2025 brings together insights from 31 industry experts including nonprofit professionals, technologists, consultants, and educators to predict the most important trends shaping the sector this year.

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How Nonprofits Can Build a New 'Progressive Era' in a Second Gilded Age

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Jane Addams showed how the seeds of social change can be planted at the local level even as the wealthy gain power and economic inequality grows. By Eboo Patel Chronicle Illustration; National Photo Co., Underwood & Underwood/Library of Congress At left, sculptor Adelaide Johnson, National Womans Party activist Dora Lewis, and social reformer Jane Addams in front of statue of pioneer suffragists as it is installed in the U.S.

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5 Ways AI Can Transform Your Nonprofit in 2025

NonProfit PRO

AI begins with better data. Discover five ways the Data Moose Labrador CDP can help your nonprofit harmonize fragmented data, predict donor behavior, and drive mission success with AI-powered insights. From streamlining donor segmentation to automating reporting, learn how nonprofits are using AI to enhance operations and deepen engagement with supporters.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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.

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Mellon Foundation Commits $35 Million for Jazz Preservation Efforts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest NativRoots Collective Akua Dixon, 76, from Westchester, N.Y., is a string specialist who blazed new trails in classical and jazz worlds. Plus, the College of William & Mary received $50 million to back scholarships for students at its Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences, and Arnold Ventures awarded $35.6 million to the North Carolina Community College System.

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5 Mistakes to Avoid in Building Your Grants Program

NonProfit PRO

In my experience, too many nonprofits take shortcuts in building or growing their grants programs. Here are five key mistakes to avoid.

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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation Spring Grant Cycle Now Open

NonProfit PRO

The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation announced it is now accepting grant applications for its spring grant cycle.

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Newsletter: 4 Signs of a Toxic Culture for Partnerships ☣️ ; How I’m Adding More Value to My Case Study Service ; Tips from St. Jude on Landing More DAF Donors

Selfish Giving

Three things this week. First, I'm joining Heather Nelson of BridgeRaise for a LinkedIn Live conversation on one of my favorite topics: PARTNERSHIP CASE STUDIES! Join us TODAY at noon as I share all my secrets for writing powerful case studies that convert prospects into partners. Really, friends, I'll be giving away everything - or as much as time allows!

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Gather, Share, Build

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Nithya Ramanathan & Jim Fruchterman Recent milestones in generative AI have sent nonprofits, social enterprises, and funders alike scrambling to understand how these innovations can be harnessed for global good. Along with this enthusiasm, there is also warranted concern that AI will greatly increase the digital divide and fail to improve the lives of 90 percent of the people on our planet.

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Doing good, wrong? The role of philanthropy in keeping people safe

Candid

Philanthropy invests billions of dollars annually to address pressing social issues. However, the positive impact of these contributions can be undermined when organizations fail to prioritize the safety and well-being of the people they serve. Funders in the United States can address this risk by promoting safeguardingproactive measures taken to prevent all forms of harm, abuse, and exploitation to all individuals who interact with funders and the organizations they support.

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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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Should big donors get better thanking?

Jeff Brooks

Every once in a while, Ive been asked to write a special version of a donor thank you letter for major donors. The reason: Bigger donors should get better thanking. As a strategy, better thanking for bigger donors seems like a good idea. But theres a problem: You know the size of a gift, but you dont know how generous a gift is. That $50,000 donation may be a big deal for you, but for the donor it might be unimportant, little considered, not a large amount.

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6 Costly Ways Turnover Cripples Major Gift Fundraising Operations — and 5 Ways You Can Reduce It

iMarketSmart

The investment of time, money, training, and expertise required to run a successful major gift fundraising program is immense. You are committing relatively large amounts of resources to reach out, engage, and build trust with wealthier and extra-generous supporters who care about your nonprofits mission and want to use their finances to make a difference.

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Mastering Donor Engagement: Strategies for Nonprofit Fundraising Success

The Charity CFO

The Power of Mission Clarity in Nonprofit Fundraising In this enlightening episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Erin Straza, CEO and Chief Donor Engagement Strategist for nonprofits at ErinStraza.com. The discussion centers around the crucial topic of making an organization’s mission compelling and irresistible to donors, offering valuable insights for nonprofit leaders and fundraising professionals.

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Advance welcoming and inclusive practices in project management

Big Duck

Learn how to integrate welcoming, inclusive practices into project management for stronger, more equitable outcomes.

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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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A Warning for Progressive Groups? Trump Yanks $50 Million From a Climate Justice Nonprofit

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The Climate Justice Alliance was among 11 organizations chosen by the EPA to distribute $600 million to nonprofits. It was the first to be completely defunded. By Stephanie Beasley Mario Tama, Getty Images Environmental Protection Agency contractors work to remove hazardous waste from a home destroyed in the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California. The Climate Justice Alliance was among 11 organizations chosen by the EPA to distribute $600 million to nonprofits.

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Craft an accessible data-driven brand in a turbulent political environment

Big Duck

See how Guttmachers data-driven rebrand strengthened its fight for reproductive rights & learn tactics to enhance your nonprofits impact.

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Fearing Retaliation, Loss of Funding, Many Nonprofits Stay Quiet on Trump

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The flood-the-zone strategy coming from the White House has had a chilling effect on nonprofits, according to a new survey from the Communications Network. By Eden Stiffman iStockphoto The flood-the-zone strategy coming from the White House has had a chilling effect on nonprofits, according to a new survey from the Communications Network.

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Is it time to reboot your communications strategy?

Big Duck

Learn key nonprofit communications trends for 2025 and examine strategies for impact, engagement, and sustainability.

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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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Household Giving Decisions Between Men and Women – Who Decides? 

Fundraising Report Card

When you send out a fundraising campaign, do you ever wonder who in the household receiving it actually makes the decision about whether to give? In married or cohabiting households, … Continue reading "Household Giving Decisions Between Men and Women Who Decides?" The post Household Giving Decisions Between Men and Women Who Decides? appeared first on Fundraising Report Card.