The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
While philanthropy debates public safety, critics question whether private dollars should support policing. In Atlanta, it’s all coming to a head. By Jim Rendon John Spink, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, AP Dave Wilkinson, CEO of the Atlanta Police Foundation, center, examines damaged property at the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center in March 2023.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Fidelity Charitable distributed $11.8 billion in donor-recommended grants in 2023, more than four times what was distributed 10 years ago.
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Amy Eisenstein
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Learn when it's the right time to say "no" at your nonprofit in order to boost your productivity and raise more money.
NonProfit Leadership Center
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Empowering. Collaborative. Transformative. These are the first words that come to mind for Erin McKenney, Esq. , when she thinks about the Certificate in Nonprofit Management graduate program at the University of Tampa. Now the capital campaign director at the University of Tampa where she spent 18 months earning this prestigious certificate, you might add the word ‘remarkable’ to Erin’s list when you understand her story.
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
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
By Lisa Schohl Getty Images Three seasoned fundraisers share proven tactics — and lots of real examples — to help you adapt your big-gifts strategy to the current climate and maximize results.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Donors will be able to give from their DAF to nonprofits directly through Gravyty using DAFpay, which was created by Chariot.
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Ann Green
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Time for a quick quiz (don’t worry it should be easy). What’s the problem with “annual reports”? A. They’re too long B. They’re boring C. They focus too much on the organization and not on the donors D. They require a lot of time and effort from staff and there’s no guarantee donors will even look at them E. All of the above If you answered E, you would be right!
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
People give from their donor-advised funds throughout the year, not just in November and December. By Rasheeda Childress More donors over all gave unrestricted grants, but big donors were more likely to earmark their gifts.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Donor hesitancy remains a constant threat to nonprofits. Here are some challenges associated with hesitancy, and tips to overcome them.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
The online search landscape is changing. A November 2023 study by HubSpot highlighted a shift towards social media over search engines for information, especially among younger audiences like Gen Z and Millennials. They go on to share that their Trends report shows 31% of consumers now use social platforms for finding information. Another report from DataReportal stated that back in 2022, 75% of internet users used social media to research products, look for reviews, and recommendations.
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.
Joan Garry
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
From humble beginnings to the helm of leading change, these 12 nonprofit leaders are bringing equity, inclusion, and justice to the world. The post 12 Nonprofit Leaders Who Are Changing The World appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Some of my giving practices have changed, but most of all I’ve come to see the donor-fundraiser relationship as a two-way street. By Theodore Wagenaar Getty Images Some of my giving practices have changed, but most of all I’ve come to see the donor-fundraiser relationship as a two-way street.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Here are five reasons an organization may transition its board from a working board to a governance board, and how to protect board members.
Selfish Giving
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Every partnership professional I talk to wants to partner with well-known businesses that are already supporting great causes. It's a solid strategy, but you should also spend at least some of your time targeting new businesses or startups. Imagine getting on the ground floor of a startup! Instead of waiting in line behind your competitors, you'll be first to develop a deep and long-term relationship.
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 Quarterly
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Image credit: Blake Cheek on Unsplash This is the second article in NPQ ’s series, The Vision for Black Lives: An Economic Justice Agenda. Co-produced with the Movement for Black Lives (M4BL), this series will examine the many ways that M4BL and its allies are seeking to address the economic policy challenges that lie at the intersection of the struggle for racial and economic justice.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
By M.J. Prest Kamron Khan Dale Anglin is set to lead Press Forward, dedicated to bolstering local news. Also, Schmidt Sciences has named its first president as it spins off from Schmidt Futures, and the charity Nontraditional Employment for Women has appointed its first Black woman leader.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Foundation Source acquired PG Calc, expanding its suite of charitable giving solutions and the support and expertise it provides.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
When it comes to nonprofit marketing , efficiency is key. Minimizing the time and effort spent on promoting your organization allows you to focus on serving your beneficiaries and fulfilling your mission. Programmatic advertising introduces automation into the nonprofit marketing process, saving your team valuable time and resources it can reallocate elsewhere.
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 Quarterly
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Image credit: Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash The portrayal of the starving artist might be commonplace, but it isn’t fair. Regardless of whether artisans are called artists, crafters, creatives, or makers, because they enjoy what they do, their work is too often considered a hobby that doesn’t merit fair financial remuneration. Long before the rise of the platform economy, artisans were already regarded as self-employed and outside the protection of national labor laws.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
In a deeply divisive year, philanthropy should invest in the leaders putting pluralism into practice — one community at a time. By Eboo Patel Dustin Chambers Luma Mufleh, center left, coached a diverse group of young refugees into a winning soccer team. She went on to create the Fugees Family, an organization focusing on educational justice for refugee and immigrant youth.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The nonprofit sector is at risk of moving toward ineffective fundraising, but relationship fundraising may be the solution. Here's why.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
By Vikas Birhma & Abdulhamid Haidar From crush to marriage, the spectrum of relationships between nonprofits and governments
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.
NonProfit Quarterly
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Image credit: sinseeho on istock.com If you want an example of how once-radical ideas can become entrenched in the fabric of US society, the five-day workweek serves well. The five-day, 40-hour workweek that has become the standard of American workplaces is the legacy of decades of labor activism, culminating in the 1938 Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Fundraiser Mollie Moon inspired donations from everyday donors and wealthy philanthropists to power the civil-rights movement. By Emily Haynes Henry Lee Moon Family Photographs, Western Reserve Historical Society, Cleveland, Ohio Mollie Moon, left, chats with Jeanne Vanderbilt and Fleur Cowles of the Urban League Women’s Division, circa 1949. Fundraiser Mollie Moon inspired donations from everyday donors and wealthy philanthropists to power the civil-rights movement.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Classy announced Classy Studio, which was built for connection, designed for creativity, and engineered for giving.
Bloomerang
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Financial management is possibly the most important aspect of your nonprofit’s operation. The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve. So, how can you be sure that the funds you receive are used most effectively? By learning about and prioritizing nonprofit financial management.
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.
NonProfit Quarterly
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Image credit: Dev Asangbam on Unsplash In its recently released four-part series, One in Five , The Sentencing Project looks at the reform efforts that led the United States to experience a 24 percent decline in its prison population since its peak year, 2009. The title refers to the fact that one in five Black men born in 2021 is likely to be incarcerated in his lifetime.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
By M.J. Prest Plus, Lilly Endowment has given $45.5 million to the American Camp Association for character-development programs, and the LEGO Foundation awarded $7.8 million to enhance creative learning experiences for children ages 5 to 12 worldwide.
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Here are the top three strategies that every nonprofit should implement to overcome donor fatigue and keep their audience engaged.
Bloomerang
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
In the world of nonprofit fundraising, much of what is considered best practice is steeped in tradition, passed down through generations of fundraisers. While there’s immense value in learning from experienced individuals, it’s essential to acknowledge that what works for one organization may not necessarily work for another, and even widely accepted practices can lose their efficacy over time as circumstances evolve.
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