The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 23, 2024

Walker redirected the foundation to focus entirely on inequality and engineered ambitious collaborations on issues like Detroit's bankruptcy. He will retire in 2025. By Alex Daniels Nate Langston Palmer, The New York Times, Redux Darren Walker, the president of the Ford Foundation, broke the mold of big philanthropy leaders by virtue of his identity as a gay Black man and ambitious grant making.

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Foundations Philanthropy Leadership Collaborations 339

NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2024

Looking to boost donor retention? Leveraging data is one of the most effective ways to do this. Here's how to get started.

Retention 299

Retention Nonprofits 299

Ann Green

JULY 23, 2024

Are you having trouble with your donor engagement? If you answered yes, it may be because your communication is well, just meh. The remedy I like to recommend is the 5 C’s of good nonprofit communication. 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?

Communication 174

Communication Food Nonprofits Fundraising 174

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 23, 2024

While many associations struggled with declining membership and retention rates due to the pandemic, these numbers have bounced back strongly as of 2023. However, did you know that the associations reporting increased membership are more likely to have ongoing communication plans to engage members? These organizations are likely using digital communications and engagement strategies, such as regular emails, opportunities to earn professional credentials , and more.

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Participation and motivation Associations Retention Leadership 130

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.

Technology

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 26, 2024

Since launching her Eras Tour, the billionaire pop star has donated the equivalent of hundreds of thousands of meals. Yet food bank operators say the donations have provided only temporary relief. By Stephanie Beasley Courtesy of Channel One Food Bank At Channel One Regional Food Bank of Minnesota, it usually costs about $8 million a year to keep shelves stocked with enough food to support roughly 300,000 visits from people in 14 counties.

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Food 326

NonProfit PRO

JULY 24, 2024

The GivingTuesday Data Commons released its Lookback Report, which highlights giving trends related to diversity, donor behaviors and more.

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Management 264

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 23, 2024

Truth to Power is a regular series of conversations with writers about the promises and pitfalls of movements for social justice. From the roots of racial capitalism to the psychic toll of poverty, from resource wars to popular uprisings, the interviews in this column focus on how to write about the myriad causes of oppression and the organized desire for a better world.

Race and Ethnicity 127

Race and Ethnicity Social Policy Children Homelessness 127

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 25, 2024

A study found that the more DEI strategies nonprofits employed, the more likely employees were to say they planned to stay in their jobs for the next three years. By Jim Rendon Getty Images A study found that the more DEI strategies nonprofits employed, the more likely employees were to say they planned to stay in their jobs for the next three years.

Nonprofits 317

Nonprofits 317

NonProfit PRO

JULY 22, 2024

New nonprofits need effective donor acquisition strategies to maximize their reach and impact. Explore the best strategies in this guide.

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Nonprofits 264

Candid

JULY 22, 2024

As we highlight the skill, talent, and resilience of people with disabilities—through Disability Awareness Month in July, the Invictus Games and Paralympics this summer, and National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October—it’s fitting to examine what Candid data suggests about their representation and visibility in the nonprofit sector. Candid’s The state of diversity in the U.S. nonprofit sector report analyzes the demographics of staff, leaders, and board members, based on data from

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Recruitment Leadership Culture Nonprofits 115

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.

Finance

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JULY 22, 2024

By Leslie Tsai How philanthropic capital can partner with the World Bank

Foundations 113

Foundations 113

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 24, 2024

By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images Research data from nonprofits and donors in 2023 found a host of fundraising trends: even though there is a decline in donors, people are still generous. Young donors want to "make change" in the world.

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Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 312

NonProfit PRO

JULY 23, 2024

Annual campaigns and major gift fundraising both rely on building relationships with donors. Here's the distinction between the two.

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Fundraising Fundraising Management 263

Bloomerang

JULY 22, 2024

On July 16, we announced the arrival of the industry-first Bloomerang AI Content Assistant ! This innovative feature is designed to overcome writer’s block and save you hours of writing time and effort while helping you craft even better messages. No more staring at a blank page! The AI Content Assistant is like having a helpful writing companion by your side.

Collaborations 106

Collaborations Marketing Marketing 106

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.

Retention

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JULY 24, 2024

By Tricia Carey & Robert Antoshak The fashion industry is more than cute designs and flashy catwalks. The clothes we wear every day, stylish or not, were made by thousands of people worldwide for the $2.5 trillion apparel industry. And to keep store shelves piled high with new styles, this industry needs to make far more than it will ever sell—all in the name of never failing to meet demand.

Environmental 112

Environmental Public and Social Policy Production Retail 112

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 23, 2024

Left in the dark about where it went wrong, the author's organization has become an underdog in its field as those who received Scott gifts flourish. Anonymous iStockphoto Left in the dark about where it went wrong, the author's organization has become an underdog in its field as those who received Scott gifts flourish.

Nonprofits 312

Nonprofits 312

NonProfit PRO

JULY 26, 2024

Advocacy and education are integral to nonprofit board decision-making. Here are some steps your board should proactively be taking.

Education 262

Education Education Nonprofits 262

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 24, 2024

The following is a transcript of the video above, from our webinar “Remaking the Economy: How Policy Can Help Tenants Purchase Their Homes.” View the full webinar here. José García: So, for COPA [ Community Opportunity to Purchase Act ], on the rental side, once you access any of these funds from the city of San Francisco, the property is deed-restricted for the next 75 years.

Law 99

Law Community Development Nonprofits 99

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Management

Fundraising Report Card

JULY 25, 2024

Let’s be honest. It’s in your best interests for your board to like you. Without going into why, that means it’s also in your best interests to consistently deliver effective … Continue reading "10 Tips for Presenting to Your Nonprofit Board" The post 10 Tips for Presenting to Your Nonprofit Board appeared first on Fundraising Report Card.

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Nonprofits Fundraising Fundraising 98

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 24, 2024

For a moment, Benefits Data Trust was a golden child of the nonprofit tech world. How did it all go so wrong, so fast? By Sara Herschander Getty Images For a moment, Benefits Data Trust was a golden child of the nonprofit tech world. How did it all go so wrong, so fast?

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Nonprofits 300

NonProfit PRO

JULY 24, 2024

Nonprofits must harmonize fundraising strategies to successfully manage annual campaigns and major gifts. Here’s a practical approach.

Management 261

Management Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 261

Jeff Brooks

JULY 25, 2024

If your fundraising program is nothing but a series of asks, you will struggle to be sustainable. Fundraising becomes profitable as donors give and give again. And they give again a lot more if you thank them well. Here are some ways to improve your thanking, from Clairification, at Donor’s Lament: You Didn’t Thank Me Properly : Begin with something different.

Fundraising 97

Fundraising Fundraising 97

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.

Foundations

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JULY 20, 2024

Top Music Industry Rules to Follow for Achieving Success If you are a band or artist who is trying to get music out of the world, then you need to consider new rules. Gone are the days, when you sign in to any streaming platform and then become a start. There are numerous music streaming platforms that you can consider when it comes to contributing your work.

Food 93

Food Construction Ethics Production 93

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 25, 2024

A Gates Foundation official calls for investments in the tools and technology that enable giving, for 'flexible capital to experiment and invest in relational fundraising,' and more By Andrew Dunckelman Getty Images In the wake of recent news that individual giving to charities slipped again last year, commentators have examined root causes and put forward creative solutions, yet one source of influence deserves greater focus: institutional philanthropy.

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Philanthropy Technology Foundations Fundraising 297

NonProfit PRO

JULY 26, 2024

Blackbaud announced new capabilities within Blackbaud Grantmaking, including a new applicant-centric portal and an AI-powered form builder.

Technology 239

Technology 239

Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2024

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants insight into what role direct mail plays in fundraising in a digital world: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m wondering what role direct mail plays in our digitally-dominant world ?

Fundraising 91

Fundraising Fundraising Retention Values 91

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

Finance

Donorbox Nonprofit

JULY 26, 2024

In 2021, 60.7 million adults (23.2%) volunteered with a nonprofit organization. Many smaller organizations are entirely volunteer-based. These organizations have a significant impact on their communities and the world and could not continue without helpful people willing to spend their free time working with children, animals, and seniors or freshening up a building that needs […] The post Volunteer Statistics 2024: How Charitable Are We With Our Time?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 22, 2024

A strategy switch at Maddie’s Fund isn’t just about finding better ways to help pets and their owners. It provides lessons about funders’ hopes — and hurdles — when trying to fix the root causes of long-standing problems. By George Anders Knoxville, Tenn. Maddie’s Fund Maddie’s Fund was created in the 1990s, when software entrepreneur Dave Duffield pledged $200 million to support animal welfare.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 22, 2024

Kindsight launched a new CRM product, ascend Express, to make enterprise-level functionality accessible to nonprofits of all sizes.

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Production Nonprofits Technology 240

Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2024

Lots of nonprofits have membership programs—art organizations, cultural institutions, advocacy groups, parks, clubs, and YMCAs , to name just a few. In short, a membership program offers members exclusive benefits and perks for a recurring fee. While anyone can engage with you, members pay dues to get additional value. A well-designed membership program has compelling perks that clearly show why people should join.

Values 89

Values Recruitment Activism Nonprofits 89

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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