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How to Calculate the Number of Major Gift Officers You Need

NonProfit PRO

I am often asked for a formula for adding major gift officers (MGOs) to an organization. And while there are many variables to consider, they boil down to these four points.

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How Are You Sharing Stories With Your Donors?

Ann Green

People have been sharing stories of various kinds for centuries. I’m a big reader and always appreciate a good story. Your nonprofit organization also needs to share stories in order to connect with your donors. Donors want to hear your stories. I imagine you’re not using stories as much as you should. That’s a mistake because people respond better to stories than a bunch of facts and statistics.

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Make Nonprofit Storytelling Your Super Power

Joan Garry

Nonprofit storytelling can light a fire in the belly of any and everyone you meet and inspire them to join your mission. Keep reading to learn the way and get a free template to help you get your storytelling right. The post Make Nonprofit Storytelling Your Super Power appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] How To Frame And Record Combined Asks For Capital, Endowment, And Operations

Bloomerang

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 advice on how to record and frame a combined ask (operations, campaign or program funding, etc.) for a capital campaign. . Dear Charity Clairity, We are running a capital campaign to open a home, plus fundraising for operations.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

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.

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Discover Why Your Nonprofit Is Using Data to Create a Game Plan

NonProfit PRO

Becoming a data-driven organization has become well-accepted, and, in many cases, an expectation. But identifying the purpose for using data in your organization is key. Here are three primary purposes for using data that can assist with building your own strategy and ensuring success.

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Mixed Links for Nonprofit Communicators – July 29, 2022

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

It’s been one of those weeks so I am just gonna get right to the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have some trends reports, some Instagram rebellion, an update from Facebook for nonprofits, a checklist to avoid spam filters, and more. It’s time for Mixed Links… Hootsuite has the July Update of The Global State of Digital 2022 and they have also released the survey for the 2023 Social Trends R

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Nonprofit Grants: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation To Fund $9 Billion

Bloomerang

On Wednesday, July 13, Bill Gates started a Twitter thread with an interesting observation: Several huge global setbacks over the past few years have left many people discouraged and wondering whether the world is destined to get worse. It’s not interesting because it’s a revelation. It’s hard to imagine that there are people in the world who didn’t feel the effects of at least one of the setbacks he listed: the pandemic , the war in Ukraine, the damage from climate change, the progress we’ve lo

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What Makes Donors Respond to Marketing?

NonProfit PRO

Your story is essential, and people want to hear it. Let’s review what makes donors respond to your marketing and how you can improve the effectiveness of your campaign.

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The Difference Between Microcontent and Conversion Copywriting

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

Microcontent and c onversion copywriting are two of the seven writing styles that every nonprofit communicator should master. And they are pretty freaking important. In fact, we are doing a whole webinar devoted to these two styles next week. Learn more and join us for Getting People to Click: How to Write (Ethically!) for Opens, Clicks, and Conversions.

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The overhead myth: crash course to fundraising transparency

Candid

The overhead myth is a pervasive challenge for nonprofits, often leading to organizations that are under-funded, unable to make an impact that aligns with their potential, and rapidly losing high-performing employees. It’s not a new concept; in fact, as far back as 2013, GuideStar (Candid’s predecessor organization along with Foundation Center), the BBB, and Charity Navigator came together to issue a call to stop the overhead myth. .

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

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.

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New Rules For Nonprofit Lease Accounting: ASC 842 Explained

The Charity CFO

Updated standards on accounting for nonprofit leases ( ASC 842 ) go into effect this year for most organizations–and next year for the few remaining exceptions. If you’re not sure that your organization has adopted the new standards detailed in ASC 842, then keep reading. We’ll tell you all you need to know about complying with these new rules when accounting for leases of all types.

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Overcome Staffing Challenges by Focusing on Your What and How

NonProfit PRO

Besides fundraising, Nonprofits have other business challenges. Some years, that means accommodating rising expenses while trying to overcome budget shortfalls. This year, according to the 2022 Nonprofit Industry Pulse Survey, many nonprofits named staffing shortages as a top issue — and they’re not alone in this.

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What are the best article rewriting tools for creating SEO-friendly content?

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

What are the best article rewriting tools for creating SEO-friendly content? Do you want to write great SEO optimized content? Check out how Rewriting Tools can help you create more and better content. Fast. SEO stands for search engine optimization. SEO includes the practices and technologies used to get on top of a search engine’s SERP. For any content writer, writing SEO-friendly articles is the most fundamental requirement.

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Collecting data during a humanitarian crisis

Candid

When a crisis occurs—whether it’s the war in Ukraine or the COVID-19 pandemic—people seek up-to-date information. They want to understand, for example, how the crisis is evolving or how many people are affected. In the social sector, the questions that often emerge are: Which organizations are addressing the crisis? Who is funding them, and what activities do donors support?

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

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!

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Meals on Wheels Annual Conference

Bloomerang

————. The post Meals on Wheels Annual Conference appeared first on Bloomerang.

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5 Great Examples of Nonprofit Calls to Action

NonProfit PRO

Writing a call to action (CTA) that hits the spot every time is part art, and part science. CTAs need to be short, sweet, and to the point. Here are five examples of winning CTAs that you can draw inspiration from.

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A Six-Step Plan for the Most Productive August You’ve Ever Had!

Mission Minded

Our free, six-part video series will help you strengthen your school's brand for an admissions season with high inquiries, applications, and yield. The post A Six-Step Plan for the Most Productive August You’ve Ever Had! appeared first on Mission Minded.

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Driving Nonprofit Growth with Data with Stu Manewith

The Charity CFO

If the terms cloud software or data quality make you want to run for cover, you’re not alone in the nonprofit world where hand-keyed spreadsheets are still commonplace. But the most successful nonprofits are already leveraging interconnected software systems to raise money more effectively, optimize internal communications, and work SMARTER instead of harder.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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Meals on Wheels Annual Conference and Expo

Bloomerang

————. The post Meals on Wheels Annual Conference and Expo appeared first on Bloomerang.

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The NonProfit Voice Ep 66: The Evolution of Event Management

NonProfit PRO

In this episode of The NonProfit Voice Tech Series, Mark Becker, founding partner of Cathexis Partners and editorial advisory board member of NonProfit PRO, is joined by Karen Cincotti, assistant director of web and operations for the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, and Russ Oster, co-founder and CEO of Grassroots Unwired, to discuss event management technology.

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Should I Incorporate My Nonprofit in Delaware?

Foundation Group

The post Should I Incorporate My Nonprofit in Delaware? appeared first on Foundation Group®.

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[Free Webinar] The Formula to Successful Nonprofit Giving Days Year Round

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Cause awareness and giving days are 24-hour (or longer) fundraising events that can be powerful moments throughout the year. These days are aimed at rallying communities together to maximize awareness, engagement, and donations. But did you know that GivingTuesday isn’t your only giving day opportunity? Join us as we share how your nonprofit can stand out amongst the crowd.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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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Bloomerang + Zapier: Ask Me Anything

Bloomerang

The post Bloomerang + Zapier: Ask Me Anything appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Breaking Barriers

NonProfit PRO

Tech-Driven Solutions to Four Common Nonprofit CEO Challenges .

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Nonprofit HR Staff Story: Alicia Schoshinski, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, sHRBP, SWP

NonProfit HR

What attracted you to Nonprofit HR? I had always thought about going into consulting, but it wasn't something I ever wanted to do on my own. When I was seeking a new opportunity I connected with Nonprofit HR. I was excited to continue to work and have an impact with mission-driven organizations, have challenge and variety in Read more. The post Nonprofit HR Staff Story: Alicia Schoshinski, MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, sHRBP, SWP appeared first on Nonprofit HR.

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Do you have a job or do you have a mission?

iMarketSmart

“I was on a mission from God.” I met John the first year I started working in major gifts. John was a retired financial advisor who earned a 7-figure income for more than a decade. At the first breakfast we went to he described how he went about his work. He had 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches every day with clients and prospects. He hired a driver so that he could make calls to schedule meetings while he was traveling between meetings.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

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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AFP Announces New Strategic Partnership With Bloomerang

Bloomerang

The post AFP Announces New Strategic Partnership With Bloomerang appeared first on Bloomerang.

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A Three Step Approach to Outcomes-Based Program Delivery and Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

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What is the Multidimensional anger test? Is it accurate? Let’s figure out

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

What is the Multidimensional anger test? Is it accurate? Let’s figure out. Do the Multidimensional anger test and get strategies that you can consider to calm down and cope with your anger. Anger is one of the common issues among people. There are several reasons behind the aggressiveness and angriness of a person. It can be stress, mixed emotions, a hostile environment, etc.

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GG Chat Makes Online Fundraising Easy

GiveGab

At GiveGab, Customer Love is what drives us! This means going above and beyond for our fundraising partners to make sure they feel supported and are set up for success. We take a non-traditional approach to customer service. In fact, at GiveGab we don’t even call it customer service – we call it Customer Success! What is Customer Success? To us, Customer Success is having dedicated, responsive, and knowledgeable team members engaging in an open and welcoming dialogue with everyone using our plat

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.