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Blackbaud Invests in Generative AI Startup for Social Impact

NonProfit PRO

Blackbaud has made a strategic investment in Momentum, an AI-focused partner and graduate of Blackbaud's Social Good Startup tech accelerator program. This investment aligns with Blackbaud's new wave of its Intelligence for Good strategy.

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Comment on Virtual Solicitation Done Right: How to Ask for Donations via Zoom by 12 Ways to Become a Better Listener and Raise Larger Gifts - CapDev

Amy Eisenstein

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Don’t Wait Too Long to Start Planning Your Year-End Fundraising Campaign

Ann Green

It’s hard to think about fall when it’s been so hot in many parts of the United States and Europe, but September will be here before you know it. Even though it might be sweltering outside, now is a good time to start planning your year-end fundraising campaign, hopefully in an air-conditioned space. If you’re behind in your revenue goals, you may want to launch it earlier than you have in the past.

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Extreme Rhetoric on Policing Has Led Donors Down an Unproductive Path

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Rev. Markel Hutchins and Brianna Nuhfer Serve & Connect Richland County, S.C. police officers engage with community members through the Serve & Connect Compassionate Acts Program. Grant makers need to make sure the loudest voices in the room aren’t stopping them from investing in meaningful community-engagement efforts that bring police and residents together to develop just and effective approaches to public safety.

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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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AI Coming for Your Job Is Actually a Good Thing

NonProfit PRO

As someone who works on the ground with AI everyday, let me clear the air: AI is coming for your job. But here's the catch — it's specifically targeting the most dreaded parts of your job.

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Making the Case for Training & Development from Funders: 6 Keys to Nonprofit Growth

NonProfit Leadership Center

Dear funders: Nonprofits need your support to include human capital needs. At least, that’s what the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s most recent report confirmed. State of Nonprofits in 2023: What Funders Need to Know revealed the top concern among nonprofit executives is staff-related issues, including burnout, filling staff positions and retaining staff. 3 in 4 nonprofit leaders indicated difficulty filling staff positions in the past year. 1 in 4 nonprofit leaders saw more staff leave tha

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33 Leaders Exposing the Danger of A.I. in Housing, Employment, Civil Rights, and More

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Drew Lindsay Christopher Pledger, eyevine, Redux Computer scientist Joy Buolamwini, who has led ground-breaking research illustrating gender and racial bias in artificial intelligence, founded the nonprofit Algorithmic Justice League. People of color — particularly Black women — are in the vanguard of the movement to safeguard Americans against discrimination and other hazards baked into artificial intelligence.

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4 Reasons Donor-Advised Funds Benefit Donors and Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

In the philanthropic sphere, donor-advised funds (DAFs) have clearly gained notable, ongoing popularity in recent years. Here’s a specific look at the four benefits and considerations that generate the popularity surrounding DAFs and the corresponding benefits for nonprofits.

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Using Data to Identify Prospective Donors: 4 Strategies

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

Identifying prospective donors is a crucial first step toward building a successful fundraising program. But with so many potential donors out there, how do you know where to focus your efforts? The answer lies in data. With data analysis tools and techniques, your nonprofit can approach prospect research strategically, allowing you to target the right people and build meaningful relationships with them over time.

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Curating Content Versus Stealing It

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

There is a lot of confusion when it comes to curating content versus stealing it. I will talk more about the right ways to curate content in my brand new webinar Sharing Is Caring: How to Curate Content to Engage Followers (and Save You a Ton of Time). Curating content – or gathering resources published by others – is a great content marketing tool for nonprofits.

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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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Donor Codes of Conduct to Fight Sexual Harassment of Nonprofit Fundraisers Are Growing More Common

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Rasheeda Childress William Suarez Sandra Hawken, CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation, doesn’t want young fundraisers to go through the sexual harassment she did when she started out raising money. The codes also seek to reduce other problematic donor behavior, like pushing organizations to start programs that fall outside their mission and trying to get involved in day-to-day operations.

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How to Optimize Your Nonprofit’s Donation Page to Increase Donations

NonProfit PRO

Once potential donors make their way to your donation page, they’re likely interested in supporting your organization. Here are ten simple ways to tweak your donation page to boost your fundraising results.

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Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Announces Price Increase for CNP Professional Track

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

Date: August 3, 2023 CONTACT: Shara Szott, Chief Solutions Officer, shara@nla1.org The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance prepares to celebrate enrollment in its 20th Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Professional cohort. The cohort of 30-40 professionals will go live September 12, 2023, and bring critical nonprofit tools and content to aspiring leaders.

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Amy Eisenstein

Want to raise larger gifts? Listen more! Here are 12 time-tested tips to help you become a better listener, and in turn, a better fundraiser.

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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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A Grateful Patient Leaves Texas Heart Institute $32 Million

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Maria Di Mento Plus, heiress Seema Boesky gave Wayne State University $20 million for neuroscience, and financier Leon Cooperman and his wife, Toby, gave more than $13 million to support housing and programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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5 Tactics to Establish a Sustainer Donor Journey and Reliable Revenue for Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

Building a strong sustainer giving program helps grow programs and services with consistent, reliable revenue. Here are five tactics John Coogan, of CharityEngine, and Paul Zimmerman, of the Wounded Warrior Project, shared at BridgeTECH that will strengthen your organization’s sustainer efforts.

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Newsletter: Nonprofits, Take Note: Barbie is Ripe For 'Causejacking' ; Balance a Lemon on Your Head, Insurance Company Will Donate to ALSF ; RIP Pee-Wee Herman

Selfish Giving

Barbie is everywhere - and not just in the movie theaters. People are writing about Barbie ("Ten Life Lessons from the First Ten Minutes of the Barbie Movie"). People are selling things with Barbie (Barbie Dreamhouse in Malibu listed on Airbnb ). If you don't believe me, just Google "Barbie Movie" and see what happens! BARBIE. IS. EVERYWHERE. People and brands are newsjacking the Barbie movie.

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Comment on 12 Ways to Become a Better Listener and Raise Larger Gifts by Faith

Amy Eisenstein

Want to raise larger gifts? Listen more! Here are 12 time-tested tips to help you become a better listener, and in turn, a better fundraiser.

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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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Salesforce Foundation Promotes Becky Ferguson to CEO

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Salesforce Becky Ferguson, chief operating officer of the Salesforce Foundation, has been promoted to CEO. Before joined Salesforce, she worked at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Also, the Rockefeller Foundation has named the executive director of its Economic Opportunity Coalition, and the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science has tapped a new CEO.

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How to Elevate Donor Retention & Future-Proof Fundraising!

NonProfit PRO

Register now for this transformative webinar featuring fundraising expert Barbara O’Reilly, CFRE. We’ll be sharing insights and key takeaways from the 2023 Giving USA Report. The need for nonprofits to elevate donor retention as a top priority has never been more evident or resonated so loudly. Learn key strategies that you can execute to elevate donor retention to build lasting impact and long-term, future-proof fundraising success.

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6 Generations of Giving: Who Gives the Most and How They Prefer to Give

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Michelle Kocin , Digital Marketing Manager at Sylogist Mission CRM – a donor management, fundraising, and volunteer management platform build for nonprofits and NGOs in the Microsoft Dataverse. When we look at the giving landscape in North America, the preferences and motivations for giving vary across different generations. It’s reasonable to focus on older donors, specifically members of the Silent Generation and Baby Boomers because together they account for almost 70% of total doll

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Free Fundraising Calendar Template and Tips

Nonprofit Fixer

Fundraising Calendar Fundraising is one of the most important, and stressful, parts of nonprofit leadership. Organizations must constantly balance programs, administrative work, and fundraising. That’s why it is essential to simplify the fundraising process with a bit of planning – and a fundraising calendar can give you a headstart. I think of fundraising as mostly consisting of three P’s: the Pitch (what you say do donors), the Platform (how you deliver that pitch) and the People (who is doing

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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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Pay Transparency Changes the Game for Equity — and Executive Searches

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Vincent Robinson As more states pass pay-transparency laws, here are key things to consider when setting salary ranges for leadership roles at your nonprofit.

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Bonterra Jumpstart Report Reveals That Fundraising Continues to Be a Major Hurdle

NonProfit PRO

Bonterra announced key data insights and takeaways from a recent study conducted by Jumpstart, its nonprofit capacity building program, which shed light on the challenges faced by the nonprofit community. The report finds fundraising is a major hurdle for nonprofit organizations.

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Keeping the Child at the Heart of the Circle: Supporting Native Child Welfare

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: RDNE Stock project on pexels.com For centuries, Indigenous children in the United States have endured forceful removal from their families and communities. This is not new information. Yet in 2023, Native American children continue to be removed from their families and extended families, their language, culture, and way of life. Such actions also, of course, remove children from their sovereign tribes.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] How To Accept Real Estate Gifts If You’ve Never Done So Before

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 accept a real estate gift for the first time: Dear Charity Clairity, We have a board member who wants to donate a gift of real estate.

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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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Shubert Foundation Awards $37.9 Million in Unrestricted Grants to Performing-Arts Groups

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Also, the Houston Endowment gave $15 million to four charities that aim to reduce homelessness, and the new Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument has received $3 million from the Mellon Foundation and Fund II Foundation.

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PHLY Comprehensive Guide to Insurance for Non-Profit Organizations

NonProfit PRO

PHLY Is Committed to Supporting the Non-Profit Sector. Figuring out how to get the right insurance policy can be complicated—especially in the non-profit sector. To help you find the perfect policy for your organization, Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) created a comprehensive guide to insurance for non-profit organizations. Download Your eBook.

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What If We Just Don’t Vibe?

NonProfit Quarterly

Click here to learn more about this new series from Edge Studios , and follow @npquarterly and @offthehookshorts on social to see episodes of “Off the Hook” as they are released. (Saphia is jolted rudely out of a deep slumber. She orients herself and engages with the difficult question at hand.) SAPHIA (V.O.): Sometimes joyous epiphanies are followed by rude awakenings.

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Is climate change action the new face of natural disaster relief?

Candid

As extreme weather makes front-page headlines year-round, each news cycle brings fresh evidence that we are living in unprecedented times. Whether it’s global heatwaves, flooding in Pakistan, Canadian wildfires that block out the sun, decade-long droughts in Africa, or ever more powerful hurricanes, natural disasters have our attention. When a disaster strikes, individuals, communities, philanthropy, and entire nations often rise to the occasion, providing relief and humanitarian aid.

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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.