NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Image credit: Re-Connection by Rene Laprise Editors note: This piece is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine s fall 2024 issue, Supporting the Youth Climate Justice Movement. Nature teaches me about abundance and resilience, even in the midst of a seemingly hopeless time (as the media, with its tendency to glorify scarcity, would have us believe). We are witnessing a shift toward something ancient, powerful, and particularly feminine.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The top 10 posts on Nonprofit Tech for Good in 2024 reflect the trends that nonprofits were most interested in this past year. Social media still dominates the list as it has every year for the last decade, but in 2024, our statistics posts dominated the list: 1) 2024 Email Marketing Statistics for Nonprofits 2) 10 Instagram Best Practices for Nonprofits 3) 5 Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2024 4) 2024 Online Fundraising Statistics for Nonprofits 5) 6 Strategies to Involve Young People i

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NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Image credit: Vision Quest by Rene Laprise Editors note: This piece is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine s fall 2024 issue, Supporting the Youth Climate Justice Movement. If I werent an activist, I would be an artist. Growing up, I loved to paint, to make nothings into somethings. To sit outside and color, and reimagine a world where the sun was beaming down on my skin.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 19, 2024

By Morgan Roth Empathy goes beyond a simple feel-good sentiment. Its the backbone of a functioning society. America is grappling with a decline in empathy that threatens our social fabric, as genuine human connection gives way to distractions, disconnection and disruption. The deepening of societal divisions challenges our innate capacity for compassion.

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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!

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NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As the end of 2024 draws near, the NPQ team proudly presents a curated selection of the Best Of Leadership articles from the year. These articles wereand remain newsy , though not in the sense of breaking news. Rather, they provided (still) timely analysis of some facet of the present moment in our sector, even as that present has been shifting under our feet.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 19, 2024

More donor engagement by nonprofits during the quarter may have led to strong fundraising in early December. By Rasheeda Childress More donor engagement by nonprofits during the quarter may have led to strong fundraising in early December.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Threats to racial justice work arent a sign that philanthropys efforts are failing theyre the opposite. By Cora Daniels Getty Images Threats to racial justice work arent a sign that philanthropys efforts are failing theyre the opposite.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The average amount given by donor households has been relatively steady from 2000 through 2020, but single womens giving increased overall and to secular causes during the COVID-19 period when compared to single men. Data show that married couples are most likely to give, followed by single women, and then single men and that holds true not just during a 20-year period but for each individual year tracked.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Here are three areas where nonprofits must focus in 2025, based on the latest Fundraising Effectiveness Project data.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The less than good fundraising news continues to roll in. There was a small increase in total dollars donated (0.9%) for the first three quarters of 2024 but there were significant declines in donor participation, particularly among smaller donors (gifts less than $100), which had a 12.4% decline. Donor retention continued to decline (4.6%), marking the fourth consecutive year of year-over-year negative activity.

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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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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 19, 2024

When: Thursday, March 20, 202 5, at 11 am PT; 2 pm ET (60 min.) Nonprofits work with consultants for a variety of reasons, from strategic planning to fundraising, capacity building and grant writing. But understanding how a consultant can benefit your nonprofit, as well as what your nonprofit is responsible for in this collaboration, is critical to success.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Free Report to The 2025 Fundraising Outlook Report Nonprofit Trends and Strategies for Success

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Clairification

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Confession: This is something I struggled with in my 30 years as a manager. I wanted to reward folks, but I tended to focus on things like money rather than gratitude, praise and recognition. And positive reinforcement didn’t come to me as naturally as pointing out weaknesses. I had both a boss (and a mother) who role modelled this for me. This same critical boss also told me, whenever I wanted to give someone a raise, money didn’t motivate people.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

If professional growth, career advancement, or crushing your KPIs are on your New Years resolution list, dont waitregister now to join us in Atlanta, GA, from March 1214, 2025. Whether youre new to peer-to-peer fundraising or a seasoned industry pro, P2PForum25 is designed with you in mind! After three dynamic days, youll leave informed, connected and inspired to conquer your 2025 goals.

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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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Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 19, 2024

By SSIR Global Edition Editors Stories selected by the editors of Stanford Social Innovation Review s global editions and why they chose to share them with their local audiences.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

GoFundMe's 2024 "Year in Help" report showcased the most generous places globally, trends shaping the future of giving and more.

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Jeff Brooks

DECEMBER 19, 2024

I just read an interesting book: Nabokov’s Favorite Word Is Mauve by Ben Blatt. It’s a writerly romp through the details about great literature. If you’re a word-nerd, you’ll really enjoy it. One chapter especially got me thinking about fundraising messages. It’s about the opening sentences of great novels — those memorable and often arresting beginnings that propel you through hundreds of pages.

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Anedot

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Associate Director, Cetacean Conservation Biology Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel: This is a full-time, temporary, 6-month internship from March 1st to August 31st 2025. Approximately 40 hours per week (hours can be dependent on weather and some weekend interning is expected).

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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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DECEMBER 19, 2024

In the fall of 2021 my book, How We Give Now , was published. Shortly thereafter I got covid, which turned into Long Covid. I've now been disabled since early 2022. I didn't get to tour with the book, missed out on lots of opportunities to share it with people, and had no chance to promote it. That's sad, but hey, life gives you lemons. I feel as if I've spent the time since getting sick in 2022 learning how to receive.

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Anedot

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Public Programs Manager Position Classification & Expected Hours of Work, and Travel: This is a part-time hourly position. This position works one 8-hour shift per week on Sunday. Days and hours of the work week may vary according to the needs of The Marine Mammal Center.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Charity Navigator, the evaluator of nonprofits, is launching theBeneficiary Voices Fund, a curated list of nonprofits that prioritize beneficiaries feedback and input, receiving praise from the people they serve. Donors can invest in this fund to support organizations using beneficiary input. The Beneficiary Voices Fund joins seven otherCausewayfunds, each focused on critical causes and managed by Charity Navigators analysts to maximize donor impact.

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Anedot

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Location of Position: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Education Volunteer Coordinator Position Classification: 3-Month unpaid Internship; March 1, 2025 May 31, 2025, 2-days per week. Internship Overview The Conservation Engagement Internship is an opportunity to gain practical hands-on and educational experience at the worlds largest marine mammal hospital, The Marine Mammal Center.

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Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The philanthropic sector is increasingly recognizing the potential of AI technology to enhance transparency, efficiency, and data-driven decision making. For small-to-midsize foundations, embracing AI can enhance more effective grantmaking practices. As AI becomes more widely accessible, it can help philanthropic organizations analyze data, create efficiency in their processes, and make more informed decisions.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

DECEMBER 19, 2024

How Can Software Help Your Salon Stay Organized and Prevent Overbooking: Key Benefits Explored Running a successful salon means keeping everything in order, especially when managing appointments. Salon management software is one of the most effective ways to stay organized and avoid double-booking. Such tools streamline the booking process, eliminating errors leading to frustrated clients and lost revenue.

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NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Image credit: Legoktm on wikimedia In June of 1968just a couple months after her husband, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, was assassinatedCoretta Scott King took to the stage at a rally in Washington, DC, organized by the Poor Peoples Campaign, the movement her husband was leading at the time of his death to address what he called the triple evils: racism, economic exploitation, and militarism.

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NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Image credit: Cottonbro Studio on Pexels Since the election, the media has been full of thought pieces from liberal outlets and progressive commentators critiquing the Democratic Partys emphasis on identity politics and subsequent alienation of the working class. This election was indeed all about identity politics: a coded, intentional, and strategic effort orchestrated by conservatives over multiple decades.

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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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