Candid

APRIL 4, 2023

The secret to successful year-round fundraising for nonprofits is hiding in plain sight. As every seasoned fundraiser will tell you, it comes down to building and sustaining a strong network of nonprofit funders. But there’s a catch: Relationship-building takes time. This means that there is no day like today to begin. In this blog post, we’ll not only explore the importance of building strong networks and how to find the folks with whom to prioritize building relationships.

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Ann Green

APRIL 12, 2023

Building public speaking skills can help you make a strong case to nonprofit donors and other audiences. Use these public speaking tips for better engagement. By Patti Schutte Fundraising is all about engaging with supporters and telling your organization’s story. When you build confidence as a public speaker, you can become a more effective fundraiser and nonprofit communicator.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

By Jessica Fox , writer at Eventgroove – a one-stop, integrated platform for events, fundraisers, and e-commerce driven to help its customers amplify their brand and reach their goals. People are talking about artificial intelligence—AI is everywhere. On social media and the news. At the dog park. On Zoom. At the office. Even at happy hour. The capabilities of AI are enough to make you think that Blade Runner might be prophetic, or that you too might have C3PO as an assistant someday.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2023

By M.J. Prest Carla Taylor, Greenpeace Greenpeace USA announced Ebony Twilley Martin as executive director. She is the first Black woman executive director for a national legacy environmental organization. Also, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation has named its next CEO, and the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan will install a new chief operating officer in July.

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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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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 3, 2023

Your nonprofit probably spends a great deal of time on fundraising. So, how can you raise more dollars without adding yet another campaign or event to the calendar? Let’s look at four effective ways to optimize your fundraising results.

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Joan Garry

APRIL 5, 2023

Say goodbye to generic job descriptions! Download this one-of-a-kind Executive Director Job Description Template and attract more passionate, diverse leaders to your nonprofit. The post The Ultimate Executive Director Job Description (Free Template) appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.

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Ann Green

APRIL 19, 2023

In theory, a newsletter can be a great way to engage with your donors. In reality, that doesn’t often happen because most donor newsletters can be used as a cure for insomnia. They’re too long and filled with boring articles that brag about how wonderful the organization is. The good news is you can create an engaging newsletter your donors will want to read.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 12, 2023

Alright, let’s talk about the king of content – video! According to our 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report , nearly all nonprofits (95%) now create some type of video content. Video marketing is now more important to nonprofits than ever. And rightly so. Did you know that videos get 1200% more shares than text and image content combined?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 25, 2023

By Maria Di Mento Alastair Grant, PA Wire, AP Michael Bloomberg has given extensively to education and to nonprofits focused on arts and culture, the environmental, public health, and improving city governments around the world. The former New York mayor’s plans to give his $12 billion company to Bloomberg Philanthropies could signal a sea change in how mega-donors give.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 10, 2023

What Americans Think About Philanthropy and Nonprofits,” a new study from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, polled about 1,300 Americans over the summer of 2022 to learn more about how the American public perceives philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.

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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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Joan Garry

APRIL 20, 2023

Listen superhero. The world is counting on you. Come join the Nonprofit Leadership Lab and get the training and support you deserve! Our 1-day sale closes in the morning! The post The Nonprofit Leadership Lab is OPEN (1-day Flash Sale) appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.

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Amy Eisenstein

APRIL 5, 2023

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Ann Green

APRIL 5, 2023

If you’ve ever spent time with little kids you know one of their favorite words is why. You’ll answer a question, and he’ll respond with “but why?” again and again…… It may start to get annoying, but it’s good for people of all ages to be inquisitive and ask questions. This applies to nonprofits, too. A lot of our communication isn’t focused on why something is important.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 4, 2023

How should you decide which social media metrics your nonprofit should really pay attention to? Sure, you could make a case for tracking every number that the social media companies give you. But let’s face it. that’s a ridiculous waste of your time. So many social media metrics provided to nonprofits are there because it’s easy for the companies to give you those numbers, not because they are actually of any real value to you.

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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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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 27, 2023

By Alex Daniels Courtesy of Melissa Sandoval Melissa Sandoval, who was a social worker before becoming a lawyer, is a board member at an addiction-treatment nonprofit — the only Latina on the board. A study of cities with large numbers of Latinos found a mismatch between the number of Hispanic residents and charity board members.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 27, 2023

A new California law aims to bring more transparency to digital fundraising as a whole. Let’s explore the aspects of the California law, how it impacts social media platforms, the implications for nonprofits that land on a block list and the steps a nonprofit needs to take to avoid non-compliance.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 24, 2023

Text-to-donate, also known as text-to-give, has risen in popularity among nonprofits—and for good reason. As one of the easiest ways to boost revenue and connect with your supporters, text-to-donate can support your fundraising goals by simplifying the entire donation experience. After subscribing to receive your text messages, supporters can submit a donation in just a few moments right from the palm of their hand.

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Amy Eisenstein

APRIL 20, 2023

Love the letter from the dog! Before writing I read our What Inspired You to Be a ChE? survey answers. At all of our conferences you can scan a QR code or send in a handwritten card answering that question. Whether I”m writing about K-12 outreach or recognizing a multi-hyphenate engineer superstar, I am inspired. Their stories are personal, relevant and compelling.

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Ann Green

APRIL 26, 2023

Our world is chock full of information, too much at times. When I was growing up, we just had a few TV channels to choose from. Now there are countless streaming options. We also have email, the internet, and social media, just to name a few. It’s a lot How does your nonprofit organization compete with all this? You need to communicate regularly with your donors and you need to do it well.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 11, 2023

Over the last decade, I have tried and failed many times to see LinkedIn as a relevant social media platform for the nonprofit sector. If you weren’t job seeking or hiring, or trying to stalk corporate donors or captains of industry you think could be major donors, there was zero point in my mind. Why LinkedIn is Getting More Nonprofit Attention Now But, I think, finally, that’s changed.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 6, 2023

By Alex Daniels iStock The first comprehensive study to measure public attitudes on foundations and nonprofits shows Americans have little knowledge of the difference organizations make in their lives. Just a third say they make a lot of difference to society.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 25, 2023

Preparing for a solicitation means being ready for a variety of questions, concerns, and other forms of pushback. The good news is that most types of pushback are anticipated. Let's discuss some responses that will leave you well-equipped to communicate with donors.

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 19, 2023

Pledge fundraising campaigns are an excellent way to encourage your donors to make gifts by engaging their competitive spirit. During a pledge fundraiser, a donor promises to contribute a specific amount in the future or over a certain time frame. Typically, they pledge to fulfill their donation when a certain action is completed, such as running a specific number of miles in a fun run.

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Amy Eisenstein

APRIL 26, 2023

Hi Amy, Thanks for the post. I’m curious about what video apps you recommend for small nonprofits to share updates and appreciation. I’m hearing that people find this overwhelming yet I think used wisely, it can be effective. There are apps that allow you to repurpose a video so someone’s first name is part of the video. What are you seeing?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

By Meredith Gray , Head of Marketing at Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. Does it seem like everyone you know is raving about a new tool that’s revolutionizing the way employees in all industries are doing their work? Yes, we’re talking about ChatGPT , an AI-powered tool that’s gaining widespread popularity on social media and revolutionizing the common workplace.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 13, 2023

Anyone remember those PSAs that came on right before the nightly news that said “It’s 10 o’clock. Do you know where your child is?” I was telling my 18-year old about this and he was very confused as to why parents would need to be reminded to check on their kids. Ahhh the 80s! That really has nothing to do with this post other than I thought of it when I wrote the title.

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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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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 13, 2023

By Heather Templeton Dill, Kathleen Enright, Sam Gill, Brian Hooks, Darren Walker, and Elise Westhoff Six philanthropy leaders with differing views about how to address societal problems say it’s time to stand up for the importance of diversity in philanthropic giving and ideas — and against the notion that only one perspective is valid or worthy.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 24, 2023

Many bridgers — business leaders who venture into the nonprofit world — find it harder to succeed in this sector than they initially thought. I talked to five leaders who made the transition to get their insights and share the realizations they had after facing unexpected challenges.

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 4, 2023

Image Credit: Nashua Volquez-Young on pexels.com Globally, more than 55 million people live with dementia, and that number is expected to nearly triple by 2050. Based on current trends, researchers predict that the number of dementia cases will rise to over 150 million in less than 30 years. 1 And without intervention, health inequities will persist.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 26, 2023

On Thursday, May 4th, at 1 pm EDT , I'll be hosting a Q&A session with the fantastic team at Good Scout. We'll be answering all your questions about corporate partnerships. ?????? The theme of this Q&A session will be how you can MAXIMIZE corporate partnerships with your current resources, assets, and staffing. You probably hear enough from people about what you should be adding or planning for , but what should you do with the things you already have???

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Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.

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