The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Ben Gose WIND RIVER INDIAN RESERVATION Sofia Jaramillo New donor collaboratives are experimenting, but few national foundations bring big dollars or a strategy. Plus, see the rest of our September issue, posted online today.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
With year-end fundraising swiftly approaching, here are the latest tips for fundraising and marketing from the recent Bridge Conference.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
A new report from the Center for Effective Philanthropy finds that nonprofits are not as enamored with intermediaries as consultancies and foundations are. By Stephanie Beasley Groundswell Fund Black Mamas Matter Alliance, a grantee of the intermediary Groundswell Fund, held its annual Black Maternal Health Walk and Block Party in Atlanta in April 2024.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
UnitedHealth Group and Goodwill announced a three-year partnership to help people overcome barriers to long-term, higher-paying employment.
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
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Study reveals 22 percent of charity workers struggle financially, highlighting a crisis in a sector dedicated to helping others. By Sara Herschander iStockphoto More than one in five nonprofit workers in the United States is struggling to make ends meet, even as many dedicate their careers to helping others facing financial hardship, according to a new report released Tuesday.
NonProfit Leadership Center
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Although a growing body of research shows that inexperienced and unprepared first-time managers can be costly for organizations, many individual contributors continue to be promoted into management roles without the proper training, mentoring and support. A new manager recently shared this with us as he takes on a new role: “ It is the first time my position has existed at my nonprofit, and I’m concerned about how to best develop and support my team members.” The Nonprofit Le
Nonprofit Leadership Zone brings together the best content for advertising professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
NonProfit Quarterly
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Image credit:Rayson Tan on Unsplash Below is a transcript, edited for length and clarity, of “Escaping Corporate Capture: Nonprofit Survival in a For-Profit World,” hosted by Opus 40 in Saugerties, NY, on July 26, 2024. Moderating the conversation are Caroline Crumpacker of Ultra Advising and Steve Dubb of Nonprofit Quarterly. Participating as panelists are Jule Hall of the Innocence Project, Alissa Quart of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project, and Amarah Sedreddine , general counsel at Sedr
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Jim Rendon Ivy Vainio In South Dakota, Native Americans living on the Rosebud Sioux Tribal Reservation face tough economic odds. About 40 percent live below the poverty line. Unemployment is as high as 80 percent.
NonProfit Quarterly
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Image credit: Gottscho-Schleisner Collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. In 2020, iF , A Foundation for Radical Possibility (then the Consumer Health Foundation) hosted a retreat with our board and staff. At that retreat, we conducted a racial equity versus racial justice Verzuz-style battle to clarify which would be our focus moving forward, asking ourselves, “What do Black people need to heal?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Nicole Wallace Village Health Works Infant mortality has dropped by 50 percent in the past 10 years, and malnutrition is a fraction of the national rate.
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.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Jim Bildner In 2017, sociology professor Kenneth Andrews, in an o p- e d in the New York Times , argued social movements that succeeded in creating lasting change needed to do three things well—create cultural awareness and draw attention to a problem (what I refer to as “stop energy”); disrupt things by socializing the change they seek to create and making it, as he says, “more costly to support the status quo;” and, of equal importance, organizing the implementation of the desired change.
NonProfit Quarterly
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Image credit: cottonbro studio on pexels Nonprofits often pride themselves on being more socially conscious than for-profit corporations. There is at least one area, however, in which the nonprofit sector is not doing much better than its for-profit counterpart: diversity on governance boards. More than three-quarters (77 percent) of nonprofit board chairs identify as White, according to research by BoardSource , and nearly two-thirds (63 percent) of board members overall identify as White.
Candid
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Over the past five years, nonprofit arts organizations have maneuvered through pandemic shutdowns, evolving audience behaviors, and the relentless pressure of inflation. But what does the financial landscape look like now? We analyzed data provided by 743 organizations via SMU DataArts’ Cultural Data Profile from 2019 to 2023, revealing the complexities beneath the surface.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Navi Radjou An excerpt from The Frugal Economy on regenerating people, places, and the planet
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!
NonProfit HR
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In the face of growing opposition to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) initiatives within corporate America, it’s crucial for social enterprises to stand firm in their commitment to these values. At Nonprofit HR, we understand the importance of integrating DEIB into the fabric of our organization, not just as a business strategy but as … Read more The post Why DEIB is Essential for Social Enterprises: A Call to Action for Executive Leaders appeared first on Nonprofit HR.
Blue Avocado
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “How does your nonprofit measure success?” The entire Blue Avocado team was amazed by the number of thoughtful and enlightening answers that nonprofit leaders like you shared! While most who responded would agree that counting the number of program participants, clients served, and funds raised each year are solid metrics, success looks different to every organization.
The NonProfit Times
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The nonprofit tech buying spree continues. Social good software company Bonterra has acquired DonorDrive, a provider of peer-to-peer and digital fundraising solutions. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition is part of Bonterra ’s drive to build, acquire, and integrate technology. Bonterra’s leadership’s plan is to double the size of philanthropy during the next decade by enabling trust-based relationships between funders, volunteers and the nonprofits they support.
Anedot
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
About Marin Promise Partnership We envision a future in which every child in Marin can reach their full educational potential to become the outstanding leaders, caring neighbors, and successful professionals they want to be. To get there, we have made a commitment to redesign our educational ecosystem so that race, ethnicity and poverty no longer determine opportunity or outcome.
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
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The presidential election is set for November 5, and the good news for fundraisers and nonprofit marketers is that elections don’t tend to hurt charitable giving. In fact, charitable giving increased in nine of the past 10 election years — the only exception being the Great Recession year of 2008. But you might be wondering whether to adjust your communication strategies in the weeks leading up to the election when we’ll see a flurry of ads, emails, texts and more.
Top Nonprofits
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In the nonprofit world, it’s common to have a fundraising strategy fueled by monetary donations. However, between product fundraisers, in-person or virtual auctions, clothing drives , and other initiatives, tangible items play a large role in raising support for your nonprofit. Online stores in particular offer an additional stream of revenue for your nonprofit to raise much-needed funds.
The NonProfit Times
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Richard H. Levey Intermediaries take a lot of worry out of nonprofit funding. Organizations that specialize in directing funding are believed to bring deeper expertise and impact to their fields of focus, have insight into best practices within specific issues and areas and concerns and be more adept at funding initiatives and organizations that advance knowledge in their fields, according to a new report.
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Wilprep: Leading Innovation in Commercial Kitchen Equipment Fast food restaurants are in the food service industry. This is among the many industries today. In 2022, US fast food restaurants alone made huge revenues. Their big profits drew investors and consumers. But, why did they succeed? Thriving businesses have a strict structure. They make long-term investments in high-quality, durable appliances.
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
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Think tanks are known for their research functions, but their public information and policy change roles are equally vital parts of their operations. Because think tanks often influence public policy – for nonprofits and commercial entities – funders often seek to invest in them. Investing in Ideas, Influencing Policy: A Guide to Think Tank Effectiveness , a report from Washington, D.C.
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
How Salesforce Integrations Can Transform Your Business Operations Efficiency is critical to success in today’s competitive business landscape. Technology plays a pivotal role in achieving this goal as companies seek to streamline operations. One of the most powerful tools today is Salesforce, a leading CRM platform that can significantly enhance business processes.
Care2
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Your nonprofit probably relies on a couple of different revenue streams to sustain its programs and operations—great! Are grants part of your budget or strategic plan ? Grants make up a critical portion of the nonprofit funding landscape, yet tons of growing nonprofits put off learning about them and seeking grant funding. After all, if things are running smoothly (enough) with your current programs and revenue sources, why shake it up?
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Boost Visibility and Conversions with Effective Digital Ads In a crowded digital world, standing out can be tough. But with the right ad strategy, your business can rise above the noise and reach the right audience. Visibility alone isn’t enough—you need ads that not only grab attention but also turn clicks into actual customers. This is where strategic digital advertising steps in.
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.
The NonProfit Times
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
By Paul Clolery More than one in five nonprofit employees (22%) struggle financially, even though the rate of financial hardship is less for nonprofit workers than in the for-profit sector (27%). Among nonprofit workers in 2022, 5% were below the official U.S. poverty level, and another 17% qualified in the category of ALICE ® ( A sset L imited, I ncome C onstrained, E mployed).
Jeff Brooks
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Direct mail is not dead. It’s a long way from it. In fact, for many organizations, it is still by far the most impactful channels for engaging donors. Why? Here are seven reasons from NonProfit PRO, at Why Direct Mail Is Still an Effective Channel for Nonprofits : Tangible and Personal Connection. Messages by email and social media are ephemeral. They take almost no effort to delete — and experience tells everyone that it’s unlikely to be of any interest.
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