The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 15, 2024
A new survey from Fast Forward categorizes four main ways nonprofits are using artificial intelligence. By Sara Herschander Getty Images A new survey from Fast Forward categorizes four main ways nonprofits are using artificial intelligence.
Joan Garry
JULY 17, 2024
Essential advice for aspiring nonprofit founders, including key questions to ask before filing for 501(c)(3) status, how to avoid common pitfalls, and create a strong, impactful beginning. The post Should I Start a Nonprofit? appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
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NonProfit PRO
JULY 18, 2024
Data degrades about 2% per month, meaning your database could become a frightening place filled with stale, duplicated and unusable data. Melissa can help you reconnect with lost donors, deduplicate your database, and reduce fraud by making sure your data is up to date and accurate. Just send us 50 contact records, and we can show you how we can cleanse, append and enrich your data.
NonProfit Leadership Alliance
JULY 15, 2024
In today’s fundraising landscape, your nonprofit’s website is more important than ever for facilitating the donor journey. Why? It’s simple—online giving rose from almost 8% of total giving in 2022 to over 12% in 2023 for the average nonprofit. As your online fundraising hub, your website is a critical tool for engaging and retaining donors in the digital realm.
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.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 16, 2024
The right’s politicized calls to “follow the money” speak to a very real need for donor transparency and nonprofit oversight. By Benjamin Soskis iStockphoto The right’s politicized calls to “follow the money” speak to a very real need for donor transparency and nonprofit oversight.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JULY 18, 2024
By Heather Mansfield , founder and editor-in-chief of Nonprofit Tech for Good The average growth rate for social media ranges from 0.64% to 3% per month , depending upon the platform. In other words, the era of organic growth on social media is over. To grow your following on social media, you need to make a concerted effort to let your supporters and donors know how to find your nonprofit on social media. 1) Feature social media icons on every page of your website.
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The NonProfit Times
JULY 17, 2024
The grant deadline is barreling toward you like a freight train. You asked program staff for critical information weeks ago, but still have not received it. They’re ignoring your texts, emails, and phone calls, and you’ve just learned an essential player has gone on vacation. “Unfortunately, this doomsday scenario is not unusual. Grant professionals consistently lament the lackadaisical response of staff members when asked for data, program details, budget figures, and other essential informati
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 18, 2024
While making medical school free is a worthy endeavor, to truly transform health care, Bloomberg needs to think bigger. By Amy Schiller Courtesy of Johns Hopkins University Michael Bloomberg’s $1 billion gift to Johns Hopkins Medical School guarantees the money goes where it’s needed most, but it also ensures education remains a commodity. Students are still consumers paying for a service.
Clairification
JULY 18, 2024
While you no doubt want more donors of all sizes, you especially want loyal donors who make above average size gifts. Because that’s where you’ll get the greatest return on your investment. Today, let’s talk about major donors. Why? They account for the lion’s share of all contributed income. Studies show over 88% of all funds raised come from just 12% of donors.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 18, 2024
PHLYSense is a 24/7 property monitoring and alert solution. Organizations get real-time alerts if water is detected, or temperatures reach a hazardous level. The program includes sensors and 24/7 monitoring and support all at no-cost to policyholders with property coverage.
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Stanford Social Innovation Review
JULY 18, 2024
By Kathleen Boyle & Tracy L. McFerrin In SSIR ’s Winter 2024 issue, we authored an article advocating for the philanthropic sector to become more intentional with its relationship building, because trust-rich relationships in the social sphere can be transformative in problem-solving. We put forward three recommendations to help realize this goal of “ relational philanthropy ”: 1) commitment to fostering meaningful relationships centered on “we” vs “us/them”; 2) instituting practices that pr
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 17, 2024
By M.J. Prest FHLBank San Francisco The Vista de la Sierra project in Riverside, Calif., received a $500,000 Affordable Housing Program grant in 2022 from FHLBank San Francisco. It provides affordable housing for 80 low- and moderate-income families and individuals. Also, the Open Society Foundations committed $400 million through its new Economic and Climate Prosperity program, and the George Gund Foundation gave $12.5 million to strengthen democracy through nonpartisan groups.
Clairification
JULY 15, 2024
The world reacted with shock and outrage. There was a pervasive feeling of “how could this happen here?” People screamed… cried… prayed. This was five years ago. Last spring. When a fire wreaked devastating damage to something that, for many, represented the soul of a nation. And more. Notre Dame Cathedral is iconic and symbolic. It’s much more than a cathedral and historic building.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 19, 2024
Many nonprofits hesitate to present a specific problem to donors, resulting in ineffective fundraising appeals. Here's how to change that.
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.
Bloomerang
JULY 16, 2024
Storytelling is your superpower. It’s how you connect with supporters, inspire action, and make a difference in your community. But, creating engaging content can be time-consuming, especially with limited resources. That’s why we’re excited to announce exciting updates to the Bloomerang email builder , designed to boost your impact and lighten your workload.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 16, 2024
While nonprofit and mutual aid organizations have honed their disaster services in a city frequently battered by severe weather, some now find themselves drained by repeat deadly events. By James Pollard, Associated Press HOUSTON Annie Mulligan, AP photo Meals on Wheels employees prepare bags of food for clients on July 12 in Houston. Staff deliver hot meals as well as shelf-stable items to clients daily, many of whom are still without power after Hurricane Beryl.
NonProfit Quarterly
JULY 15, 2024
Image credit: Ron Lach on Pexels In the United States, nearly two million adults are incarcerated or otherwise detained in federal, state, local, and tribal systems. Due to the mass incarceration of Black and Latinx people, a disproportionate number of justice-involved people seeking care are from these communities—the groups most likely to also encounter discriminatory practices in health systems.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 15, 2024
Almost every organization has a strategic plan, but most ignore them in everyday activities. Here's why, plus how to stay true to your plan.
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
Nonprofit Megaphone
JULY 17, 2024
Running a nonprofit can present a number of obstacles, from staffing and managing donations to community outreach. To lighten the load for those managing or working for nonprofits, there are numerous tools, programs, and methods available. One of the most helpful software programs for any nonprofit is Raiser’s Edge. But, is it right for your nonprofit?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 16, 2024
The goal of the investment is to produce sustainable jobs and a shift toward clean energy and away from carbon intensive industries in Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, Senegal, Malaysia and Indonesia. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Mark Schiefelbein, Associated Press Open Society Foundations made its first new commitment after a years-long internal reorganization, pledging $400 million over eight years to support green economic development.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 15, 2024
By Richard H. Levey At age 99 former President Jimmy Carter continues to have a positive impact on social good, even at age 99 and from his hospice care. A recent auction of items from Carter and others raised more than $2.8 million for The Carter Center, a 501(c)(3) devoted to preventing and resolving global conflicts, enhancing freedom and democracy and improving health.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 15, 2024
RKD Group and GivingTuesday released the GivingPulse Field Guide to provide actionable strategies and insights from the GivingPulse Report.
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.
NonProfit Quarterly
JULY 18, 2024
Image credit: Brocken Inaglory on Wikimedia “I wish it was someone else that was here talking about my contact burn and not myself,” 71-year-old Robert Woolley, a retired teacher and Navy fighter pilot told a news channel in Arizona. Woolley was recovering from second-degree burns he received in early July when he lost his balance and fell in his backyard.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 19, 2024
By M.J. Prest The Joyce Foundation Julie Morita will be the next president and CEO of the Joyce Foundation. Plus, the former longtime CEO of the Weingart Foundation will now lead Covenant House California, and LISC has named its new executive vice president of programs.
Bloomerang
JULY 15, 2024
Ever wonder how much more your organization could achieve with the right tools? Meet the Bloomerang ROI Calculator, designed to show you the impact of investing in our comprehensive Giving Platform. It’s a great tool for nonprofits like yours looking to enhance their impact. What is the Bloomerang ROI Calculator? The Bloomerang ROI Calculator estimates your growth using information you provide about your fundraising revenue, constituent count, and annual donors.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 19, 2024
One of the most critical elements for your live, silent, or hybrid auction success is making sure that the items you're putting up for bid are irresistible. Need great ideas to spell success for your live and silent auctions? Download The Ultimate A-to-Z List of Live & Silent Auction Item Ideas for Benefit Auction Success to access over 650 auction item ideas that will captivate and delight your guests!
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!
NonProfit Quarterly
JULY 17, 2024
A few years ago, I walked into Mil Mundos , a quaint and intimate indie bookstore in Brooklyn dedicated to Spanish and English literature. On the wall below their small cafe area, there was a poster that said, “We are collecting Puerto Rican pesos.” This was the first time I learned that Puerto Rico once had their own currency. It’s taken me a few years to understand that the loss of the currency was only the beginning of the United States’s control of Puerto Rico’s finances up until today.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 15, 2024
A lifelong Golden Hurricane football fan left $8 million to update his alma mater's athletic facilities, and anonymous alumni gave another $30 million for student-athlete scholarships. By M.J. Prest Shane Bevel/Tulsa World Tom Johnston in his usual 50-yard line seat at the University of Tulsa’s H. A. Chapman Stadium. Plus, Eric and Wendy Schmidt pledged $5.5 million to NPR to bolster collaborative journalism nationwide, and a couple gave $4 million to expand the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The Killoe Group
JULY 15, 2024
Peer-to-peer fundraising is one of the most lucrative methods of generating revenue for nonprofits. Take a look at these 30+ peer-to-peer fundraising ideas!
NonProfit PRO
JULY 17, 2024
Bloomerang announced an artificial intelligence content assistant and other updates to its email builder to support busy nonprofits.
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