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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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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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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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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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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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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 PRO

APRIL 7, 2023

Nonprofits of all sizes must have a quality board of directors to survive and thrive in 2023. The demands, expectations and complexities of operating a nonprofit rely on a host of involved stakeholders to ensure nonprofit success. Here's how to do it.

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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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Amy Eisenstein

APRIL 5, 2023

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 4, 2023

A poorly constructed case statement can negatively affect your organization's fundraising success and may compel donors to be wary of your organization. Here are some important tips to keep in mind when crafting an impactful case statement.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Drew Lindsay THOM BRIDGE, Independent Record Despite forecasts of doom at the start of Covid, many nonprofits emerged fiscally stronger than before, thanks in part to government and foundation emergency relief as well as a surge in individual giving.

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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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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 7, 2023

Acre. Auburn, AL How was everyone’s first week of April? Let’s wrap it up with the most helpful articles, posts, and tips for nonprofit marketers. This week we have AI vs Humans, optimistic nonprofits, how to define your target audience and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Here are 12 Ways to Use ChatGPT and Other AI Tools for Fundraising.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 5, 2023

Marketing is key for your nonprofit to expand your support base, raise funds, and connect with donors. Traditionally, letters to donors have been a staple of nonprofit marketing. While most outreach campaigns no longer rely on physical letters alone, they remain an important part of a comprehensive marketing strategy due to the personal touch they provide.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 6, 2023

Creating individualized 12-month communication plans for all 150 donors on your major gifts caseload to a fundraiser may initially sound like a lot of touchpoints to create. But the truth is you can create the vast majority of your planning for each donor in less time than you think.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By M.J. Prest Samanta Helou CLEANWash Mobile, a worker-owned cooperative, is prioritizing job safety, fair wage and hour laws, environmental protection, and community health initiatives for the hand-carwash industry in Los Angeles. Also, the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism will spend $25 million on its #StandUpToJewishHate media campaign, and the Hewlett Foundation has granted $20 million to back interdisciplinary cyber-policy programs at two historically Black and two Hispanic-serving institu

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APRIL 6, 2023

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 5, 2023

I'm excited to be heading back to the Engage for Good Conference next month. It's been too long! The EFG conferences in 2020 and 2021 were virtual, and last year's live conference fell on the same day as my daughter's graduation from college. Boy, did I want to go last year. But family (and self-preservation ?) always come first. Me: "Do you think Cate will be mad if I skip her graduation and go to the Engage for Good Conference?

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 6, 2023

Philanthropic giving is a crucial part of society. It enables individuals, nonprofits, and corporations to invest in causes and initiatives that can help create a better world. But now, we’re in the midst of the artificial intelligence revolution. And it's going to change philanthropy fundamentally.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Armando Enrique Zumaya Getty Images Small nonprofits, especially those that serve people of color, are routinely shut out of pricey fundraising events. As a result, they have fewer opportunities to learn new skills that would help their organizations grow.

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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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Amy Eisenstein

APRIL 4, 2023

I’m a major donor to a 501c(3) nonprofit organization in Virginia. I started my ten year pledge commitment in 2019 and I have six more installments to compete the agreement. When I began this committent I was very vunerable and grieving the loss of a cat that was very dear to me. I dedicated an area in the facility in his and another cat’s memories.

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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 PRO

APRIL 5, 2023

Tax letters should aim to engage recurring donors and encourage them to either make an extra gift, upgrade to a higher level, switch to a higher retaining way of giving, or give the ultimate gift. Here's how you can do that.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Emily Haynes Melanie Fidler First Descents runs weeklong outdoor adventure trips for young adults who share the same serious disease diagnosis or are caregivers. Bonds grow between participants as they tackle new experiences and cheer each other along the way.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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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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Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 4, 2023

By Gail Christopher & Deepa Iyer Across sectors, organizations in the United States have long placed barriers between women of color and leadership positions. Women of color are significantly underrepresented in corporate leadership roles and face systemic obstacles in the nonprofit sector where, even with advanced education and experience, they are less likely to hold leadership positions than white men, white women, or men of color.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 6, 2023

The Give Back Program consists of selecting a nonprofit organization through an application process to support for the next year with Hammersmith's maintenance services pro bono.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 4, 2023

By Sara Herschander A panel of fundraising and human resources experts discuss how nonprofit leaders can incentivize fundraisers — and keep them on the job — even with a shoestring budget.

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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.

Activism

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 5, 2023

Image Credit: lilartsy on unsplash.com This is the third article from A Green New Deal on the Ground , a series produced with Climate and Community Project, a progressive climate policy think tank developing cutting-edge research at the climate and inequality nexus. The series examines how Green New Deal initiatives aim to create climate policy that positively impacts everyday life.

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Non Profit AF

APRIL 4, 2023

Hi everyone, for those who missed the Unicorns Unite’s 5-year virtual reunion event on Valentine’s Day, the other co-authors and.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 7, 2023

ASI has released the results of its global 2023 Membership Performance Benchmark Survey. The eigth annual survey, conducted in late 2022, examines membership trends, including recruiting, retention, and engagement.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 6, 2023

By M.J. Prest Plus, the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy has installed a new leader, and World Central Kitchen has promoted its next CEO from within.

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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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