The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 10, 2023
By Sara Herschander Nonprofits are still struggling to recruit workers and are being hit with higher-than-normal prices, despite signs that inflation is easing and the labor market is cooling down.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 10, 2023
With the cost of postage increasing July 9 — for the second time this year, it is imperative that nonprofits find a way to save on their direct mail campaigns. Here are some tips on how to save.
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Amy Eisenstein
JULY 20, 2023
We have a HOA, board that never responds to emails or enforces the community bylaws. One board member constantly battles the members to do something about issues and believes they don’t enforce the rules because some board members break those rules. So, now the BOARD has developed a lie about him harassing homeowners and receiving anonymous calls complaining about that BOARD member.
NonProfit Leadership Center
JULY 24, 2023
Do you know what sets good leaders apart from their peers? According to researchers at the University of Michigan , it’s having a learning mindset. Leaders focused on learning see value in learning new things, seek out new challenges, and view learning as key to growth and success ( Source ). This week, eight learning-focused leaders graduated with their Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Tampa, all while balancing full-time work.
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.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JULY 26, 2023
There are numerous legal hurdles to clear in the nonprofit formation process and beyond. No matter the age of your organization, compliance with legal requirements is critical to maintaining your 501(c)(3) status, avoiding legal penalties, and keeping the public’s trust. Whether you’re filing for tax-exempt recognition or recruiting volunteers for your next fundraiser, every phase of your nonprofit’s existence has guidelines that set boundaries for its operations.
Ann Green
JULY 19, 2023
Recurring donors can provide valuable sustainable revenue for your nonprofit. Tap into the vast potential of a recurring giving program with these four tips. I’m a big fan of recurring giving. It’s a great way to both boost revenue and your retention rate. In this guest post, Philip Schmitz of CharityEngine lets you know how you can build your recurring giving program.
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NonProfit PRO
JULY 6, 2023
Because charitable giving is on the decline, nonprofits are looking for ways to increase impact while decreasing costs. Here are four ways that a cloud-powered digital strategy can help nonprofits do more with less.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JULY 6, 2023
Another potential Twitter-killer has entered the ring, but this one already has some pretty big social media guns backing it. Threads is a new app from Meta that is already connected to your Instagram account. Should your nonprofit try Threads? Maybe… What Is Threads? According to Meta: And Instagram shared these takeaways : Threads is a new app, built by the Instagram team, for sharing text updates and joining public conversations.
NonProfit Leadership Center
JULY 31, 2023
Dear funders: Nonprofits need your support to include human capital needs. At least, that’s what the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s most recent report confirmed. State of Nonprofits in 2023: What Funders Need to Know revealed the top concern among nonprofit executives is staff-related issues, including burnout, filling staff positions and retaining staff. 3 in 4 nonprofit leaders indicated difficulty filling staff positions in the past year. 1 in 4 nonprofit leaders saw more staff leave tha
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JULY 17, 2023
Writing effective nonprofit thank you notes is equal parts art and science. You must rely on the data you’ve collected about your donors and personalize letters with specific donor information to add a genuine touch. This is especially true when it comes to writing memorial donation thank you letters. When someone passes away, their family members, friends, and acquaintances might be compelled to submit donations to your organization in their memory.
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.
Ann Green
JULY 26, 2023
Unfortunately, a lot of nonprofit communication is not that great. Something that can help is the 5 C’s. Keep these in mind when you’re writing a fundraising appeal, thank you letter, update, or any type of donor communication. Is it Clear? What is your intention? What message are you sending to your donors? Are you asking for a donation, thanking them, or sharing an update?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 10, 2023
By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK George Soros’s Open Society Foundations is undergoing changes as his son, Alex, takes over the leadership. The organization employs about 800 staff members and maintains offices in more than 20 countries.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 3, 2023
To create your nonprofit’s website, you need clear goals to guide your content and design. Follow these best practices to set measurable website goals.
Joan Garry
JULY 12, 2023
Nonprofit talent management is a challenge. Here's how to attract, retain, and develop the best people to help your org achieve its mission. The post How To Attract Top Talent and Retain Top Performers appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
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 Marketing Guide
JULY 25, 2023
Here are five quick reminders I think a bunch of you need to hear right now: You are not alone. Hundreds, if not thousands, of people working in nonprofit comms are struggling with the same issues. I promise. I talk to them daily, and it’s one of the reasons we decided to create a private community (it’s free; folks with the All-Access Pass get more).
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JULY 10, 2023
Written by: Michael Ash, Ma, CNP, PCM, PMP Reading Time: 5 minutes In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, nonprofit organizations face unprecedented challenges, from transitioning to remote work models to addressing economic hardships, new challenges in fundraising, and community struggles. As nonprofit professionals, we are on the frontline to help our communities meet their needs and face these challenges.
Amy Eisenstein
JULY 19, 2023
Terrific article – I could not have read it at a better time (unfortunately). We have a 3 member board 2/3 is granddaughter-President; Grandmother-Treasurer and myself Secretary. This resulted due to becoming self-managed as a proposed management company (the majority) felt would be assessing a too high condo fee. The President & Treasurer (& her husband non board member) are allowing non-owners to remove landscaping without full board approval.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 10, 2023
By M.J. Prest and Maria Di Mento Megan Briggs, Getty Images Retired basketball great Charles Barkley has pledged Auburn University, his alma mater, $5 million to endow scholarships for Black students. Also, the University of Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute has received another $75 million from the Huntsman family, and Steven and Alexandra Cohen have given $35 million to help children and teens experiencing mental-health crises.
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.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 7, 2023
The Supreme Court has killed the one thing that measurably helped diversify institutions: affirmative action. But because good intentions don’t work against unconscious preferences for in-groups, we need laws that ensure diversity and inclusion.
Ann Green
JULY 5, 2023
It’s summer! More people may be traveling this summer and I hope you’ll also get a chance to take a vacation (or a staycation). I can’t say we’re living in normal times. There’s a lot going on, including an uncertain economy. Fundraising numbers are down and who knows how year-end will go, but it’s important to stay strong and not pull back. This may be a quieter time for your nonprofit, but you don’t want to be too quiet and ignore your donors.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JULY 28, 2023
It’s the last Friday in August! Let’s cool off with the most helpful articles, posts, and tips for nonprofit marketers. This week we have X news (no, that’s not a typo, that’s the new Twitter), text for TikTok, help for ChatGPT prompts, and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Sooo Twitter’s rebrand to X has its website looking like a mess.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JULY 31, 2023
Identifying prospective donors is a crucial first step toward building a successful fundraising program. But with so many potential donors out there, how do you know where to focus your efforts? The answer lies in data. With data analysis tools and techniques, your nonprofit can approach prospect research strategically, allowing you to target the right people and build meaningful relationships with them over time.
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.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
JULY 5, 2023
By Kerstin Chyba , Katherine Tatarinov & Tina C. Ambos “Without innovation, we cannot meet the challenges of our time. […] We must learn not only new things, but how to learn. We need to share ideas, push boundaries and move faster. And we must harness the opportunities brought by digital technologies. Innovation across the United Nations system is essential for us to deliver at the scale and pace needed to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.”—UN Secret
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 31, 2023
By Drew Lindsay Christopher Pledger, eyevine, Redux Computer scientist Joy Buolamwini, who has led ground-breaking research illustrating gender and racial bias in artificial intelligence, founded the nonprofit Algorithmic Justice League. People of color — particularly Black women — are in the vanguard of the movement to safeguard Americans against discrimination and other hazards baked into artificial intelligence.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 5, 2023
As a nonprofit professional, you learn the importance of generating time, talent and treasure for the institution you represent. Here are some tips to cultivate and connect with engaged gift prospects.
Joan Garry
JULY 26, 2023
When an Executive Director announces their exit, it can cause a whole lot of chaos inside and outside the organization. Let's avoid that. Here's a 2-Year Succession Plan Timeline you can download and adapt to set up the smoothest transition possible. The post Two-Year Executive Director Succession Plan Timeline Template appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
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Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JULY 27, 2023
Need some help coming up with ideas for your August social media updates, blog posts, or newsletter articles? We have you covered. These writing ideas for August come from our Monthly Nonprofit Writing Prompts email newsletter. Fill out the form below to get September’s prompts emailed to you next week. On the Calendar 08/06: Friendship Day. Give a big shout to friends and supporters of your cause or highlight staff, volunteer or client friendships. 8/09: Book Lover’s Day.
Affnetz
JULY 26, 2023
Best Fundraising Ideas Best Fundraising Ideas / by mike crum I’ve covered how Nonprofits make money and that fundraising is usually the number one way that Nonprofits make money. But, what are the best ways to fundraise? In this post I'll cover the best fundraising ideas and methods that Nonprofits use to make money. First, a quick statistic : 90 to 95% of a Nonprofit’s budget usually comes from 5 to 10% of its donors.
Selfish Giving
JULY 26, 2023
My friends at Remarkable Partnerships (RP) in the U.K. recently published a great post on the mismatched expectations hurting partnerships. You should read the article and check out the report they released. Here's the mismatch in a nutshell. ? Nonprofits want to raise money, but companies want to meet their ESG objectives, grow their brand profile, and engage employees.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 31, 2023
By Rasheeda Childress William Suarez Sandra Hawken, CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation, doesn’t want young fundraisers to go through the sexual harassment she did when she started out raising money. The codes also seek to reduce other problematic donor behavior, like pushing organizations to start programs that fall outside their mission and trying to get involved in day-to-day operations.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
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