The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MAY 15, 2024
By Lisa Schohl Getty Images You shouldn’t assume trustees know how to raise money simply because they joined your board, experts say. Here are nine ways to build a board that prioritizes fundraising — and help them succeed.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 15, 2024
A new report by The Bridgespan Group shows that considering gender in philanthropic endeavors can accelerate the pace of progress.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MAY 15, 2024
By M.J. Prest Getty Images A commitment by Kataly Foundation and Bank of America is supporting the Inclusiv Impact Deposits Fund to enable $100 million in lending through community-development credit unions. Also, Robin Hood gave $35 million to almost 100 nonprofit groups to increase financial stability for low-income residents of New York City, and $22 million will launch the GE Aerospace Foundation, which will develop a pipeline of engineers from a variety of backgrounds.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 15, 2024
Generally, there is a dismal picture of Generation Z in the workplace. Nonprofits should consider these tips to engage young employees.
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
MAY 15, 2024
This is the first year that a meal with Benioff, Salesforce's chairman and CEO, was the prize of the auction, which benefits the Glide Foundation in San Francisco. OMAHA, Neb. Eric Risberg/AP The winner of a charity auction bid $200,100 for a private lunch with Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, above, while also pledging to donate a total of $1.5 million to the California homeless charity that benefits from the auction This is the first year that a meal with Benioff, Salesforce's chairman and CEO was
NonProfit PRO
MAY 15, 2024
Constant Contact announced Campaign Builder, a new way for nonprofits to automate their marketing campaigns.
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NonProfit Quarterly
MAY 15, 2024
The following is a transcript of the video above, from our webinar “Remaking the Economy: How to Change Our Stories about the Economy.” View the full webinar here.) Peggy Bailey: One of the big challenges with how things work here in DC is that we think of things as very siloed. And we’re very program focused, and in bringing together our housing and income work, what we’re trying to do as a team is disrupt that and center people.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MAY 15, 2024
Charity:water points to division to show how its work unites people By Drew Lindsay Animation by The Chronicle; Courtesy of Charity Water “These days, it seems so easy to hear opinions of what people are against,” wrote CEO Scott Harrison. “But there’s also something powerful about being for something good.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
MAY 15, 2024
By Sasha Dichter & Aaron Bourke Despite widespread acceptance in impact investing of the need for reliable impact data, funding for producing it lags behind.
Veritus Group
MAY 15, 2024
Being busy isn't the same as being productive. Here's how to focus your work on the priorities that truly matter in fundraising. The post Can You Really Do More By Doing Less? appeared first on Veritus Group.
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.
Bloomerang
MAY 15, 2024
Few things are more critical to your nonprofit’s success than your board of directors. A strong and effective board can help provide strategic direction, keep your finances in check, and uphold a high standard of governance. Your best board members are like a treasure trove of expertise—guiding decision-making, fueling innovation, and opening doors to resources and networks that would otherwise remain out of reach.
Big Duck
MAY 15, 2024
Explore trust-based philanthropy and participatory grantmaking and get insights into different ways nonprofits can work with foundations and funders.
Jeff Brooks
MAY 15, 2024
Is your fundraising program going where you need it to go? It might not be. Here’s a look at how things can go wrong from Mike Duerksen on LinkedIn : Your entire fundraising model is direct marketing. Direct response is the foundation of sustainable fundraising. But much (most) of the revenue is generated by person-to-person relationship building. You’re addicted to new donor acquisition without any regard for donor retention.
The Storytelling Nonprofit
MAY 15, 2024
As of June 1, 2024, Google is implementing new regulations that significantly impact bulk email senders. These changes are designed to enhance user experience by reducing spam and improving email security. One of the critical aspects of these changes is the emphasis on maintaining low user-reported spam rates. Specifically , senders should keep their spam rate below 0.1% and should prevent spam rates from ever reaching 0.3% or higher.
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!
The NonProfit Times
MAY 15, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved a ban on employment non-compete restrictions across most sectors of the economy including healthcare. The rule is set to take effect Sept. 4. Implementation of the rule could still be delayed by legal challenges, including a federal lawsuit by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in which it accuses the FTC of overstepping its authority.
Candid
MAY 15, 2024
At the Honnold Foundation, we had been working in partnership with grassroots organizations for some time before we learned that there was a term for the kind of grantmaking we do: trust-based philanthropy (TBP). We understand this as an approach that reimagines relationships among donors, nonprofits, and communities to rebalance power dynamics and decision making, prioritizing authentic connections and mutual learning.
The NonProfit Times
MAY 15, 2024
By Samantha Hunter After the COVID-19 pandemic, there is now a greater spotlight on the medical profession and community. Prospective donors are inspired by the hard work and dedication of physicians, nurses, research scientists and medical professionals. Who better to connect with potential donors than someone who has experience directly serving patients?
iMarketSmart
MAY 15, 2024
Far too many gift officers and other fundraisers give up too easily when they don’t get a positive response from their donor prospects. Persistence pays dividends. This is true in the sales world and in the fundraising world. In fact, it’s true in life. In just about any scenario where someone wants something, it’s the people who persist in continuing to try, push open doors, get noticed, get called back, land a meeting, get interviews, or keep trying in whatever the context who eventually succe
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.
The NonProfit Times
MAY 15, 2024
“Higher education figured out, many years before healthcare did, that philanthropy was going to be an important and growing source of revenue for things like new buildings, programs, and research endowments,” according to Erin Lanahan, founder and president of Twin Point Insights, a healthcare consultancy in Los Angeles. “We’re now seeing the same trend in healthcare.
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