Bloomerang
DECEMBER 16, 2024
As the year draws to a close, we hope your GivingTuesday campaigns exceeded expectations. Here are six quick tips to maximize your end-of-year fundraising appeals as you navigate the final stretch of the year. 1. Consistent messaging December sees 30% of annual donations, with nearly half arriving in the final week. Align your messaging across all channelsemail, direct mail, phone calls, and social media.
The Charity CFO
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Federal funding can be an attractive option for nonprofits looking to expand their programs and reach. However, it’s crucial to understand the implications and considerations before diving in. In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson and guest Rachel Schmidt discuss the top five considerations nonprofits should keep in mind when considering federal dollars. 1.
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NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The proposed House Bill 9495 could jeopardize the work of nonprofits.Heres what nonprofit professionals need to know about this bill.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Homelessness affects over 650,000 Americans, yet these individuals often remain hidden from public view. Small towns and remote communities face distinct barriers when tackling housing insecurity – from scattered populations across wide geographic areas to limited transportation and fewer emergency shelter options. These challenges make sustainable donor support essential for creating lasting solutions.
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.
Jeff Brooks
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In fundraising, its smart to get more than one pair of eyes on anything you plan to send out. But not everything you ask people will give you useful or accurate information. Here are two questions fundraisers often ask others that often lead to fundraising failure: Do you like this? Fundraising isnt meant to be liked. Its meant to connect and persuade.
The NonProfit Times
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The shortage of healthcare workers in the United States has gotten critical but is not yet terminal. Nationwide shortages of healthcare labor are projected, with a total deficit of 100,000 workers by 2028. Populous states, such as California, Texas and Pennsylvania, are expected to weather the storm with estimated labor supply that exceeds demand. However, acute shortages are projected in states such as New York and New Jersey.
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NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Image credit: DALL-E by OpenAI The views expressed by the author within this article are their own and does not reflect those of any affiliated organization or otherwise. Without intentional, ethical oversight, the data and algorithms behind AI risk repeating patterns of exclusion, discrimination, and bias. Imagine artificial intelligence (AI) as a powerful force, sweeping through our world like an unseen wind, reshaping industries, and influencing lives in ways both visible and hidden.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The top 10 posts on Nonprofit Tech for Good in 2024 reflect the trends that nonprofits were most interested in this past year. Social media still dominates the list as it has every year for the last decade, but in 2024, our statistics posts dominated the list: 1) 2024 Email Marketing Statistics for Nonprofits 2) 10 Instagram Best Practices for Nonprofits 3) 5 Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2024 4) 2024 Online Fundraising Statistics for Nonprofits 5) 6 Strategies to Involve Young People i
iMarketSmart
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Legacy giving is one of the most powerful ways for nonprofits to ensure long-term sustainability and deepen relationships with their donors. Its not just about raising money; its about creating lasting impact and aligning a donors values with an organizations mission. Yet, despite its immense potential, legacy giving remains an underutilized strategy in the nonprofit sector.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Mnica Guzmn of Braver Angels talks about how her family handles its fundamental disagreements about politics and how bridge-building groups mistakenly try to change minds rather than listen. By Chronicle Staff Mnica Guzmn of Braver Angels talks about how her family handles its fundamental disagreements about politics and how bridge-building groups mistakenly try to change minds rather than listen.
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.
NonProfit Quarterly
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Image credit: Re-Connection by Rene Laprise Editors note: This piece is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine s fall 2024 issue, Supporting the Youth Climate Justice Movement. Nature teaches me about abundance and resilience, even in the midst of a seemingly hopeless time (as the media, with its tendency to glorify scarcity, would have us believe). We are witnessing a shift toward something ancient, powerful, and particularly feminine.
NonProfit Leadership Center
DECEMBER 16, 2024
For more than a decade, Yasmeen Rolland enjoyed her job working in education and student recruitment, but something was missing. She felt a growing desire to make a greater impact in people’s lives. I wanted to see how people can become empowered when they receive what they need, especially if they’re underprivileged or experience a crisis or disaster, Yasmeen recalls.
Candid
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season saw 18 tropical events , including 11 hurricanes. In the United States, Helene and Milton stand out among the most significant, with damages in the billions. It will take the affected communities years to recover. Hurricane Milton: Implications of repeated storms Milton was the third storm to hit Florida in three months and the second to hit in two weeks.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Reed Hastings and Michael Bloomberg made the largest contributions in 2024. By Maria Di Mento Chronicle illustration; Getty Images Reed Hastings and his wife, Patty Quillin, gave stock valued at $1.1 billion to their Hastings Fund at the Silicon Valley Community Foundation. Michael Bloomberg gave $1 billion through his Bloomberg Philanthropies to Johns Hopkins University to make medical school free for most students.
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
DECEMBER 18, 2024
At NPQ , we are proud to feature ten of the best articles from the second half of 2024 that reflect the struggle for economic democracy, equity, and community empowerment. From challenging corporate power to grassroots organizing, these articles spotlight communities organizing to build a more just economy. Organized by theme, links to each of these stories are available below.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 20, 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. Todays question comes from a nonprofit supporter who wants advice on how and when organizations should acknowledge nonprofit supporter input: Dear Charity Clairity, As a major supporter at a number of charities, Im becoming increasingly frustrated with the dismal lack of personal interaction I have with these organizations.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Heres a statistical summary of our 2024 coverage to help you and your nonprofit grow your impact and revenue in 2025.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 20, 2024
With $73.5 million in grants this year, the McGovern Foundation arms nonprofits for a pivotal moment in artificial intelligence. By Sara Herschander Moor Studio, Getty Images With $73.5 million in grants this year, the McGovern Foundation arms nonprofits for a pivotal moment in artificial intelligence.
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
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Image credit: Vision Quest by Rene Laprise Editors note: This piece is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine s fall 2024 issue, Supporting the Youth Climate Justice Movement. If I werent an activist, I would be an artist. Growing up, I loved to paint, to make nothings into somethings. To sit outside and color, and reimagine a world where the sun was beaming down on my skin.
The NonProfit Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
By Morgan Roth Empathy goes beyond a simple feel-good sentiment. Its the backbone of a functioning society. America is grappling with a decline in empathy that threatens our social fabric, as genuine human connection gives way to distractions, disconnection and disruption. The deepening of societal divisions challenges our innate capacity for compassion.
Selfish Giving
DECEMBER 18, 2024
As we've been doing every issue, let's recap our series on partnership lead generation for this year's final quarter. First, I outlined nine actionable ways to attract more and better leads. Then, I shared three compelling reasons your partnership team should publish a lead-generating newsletter. Next, I dove into the essential sections every partnership newsletter needs for maximum impact.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Support typically drops off after elections, even though the work goes on year-round. Will that change this time? By James Pollard, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) Nick Wass, AP The Southern Coalition for Social Justice protects the rights of Southern voters of color. Its costly, year-round work, but the funding always drops off after the election, says Mitchell Brown, senior counsel.
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
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The end of the year is often a time for reflection. As we consider 2024, and look toward the year ahead, the NPQ team presents a collection of articles that impacted us this year. These articles further the conversations that offer positive solutions for the global climate crisis and center voices on the ground: from the young leaders bringing energy and momentum to the climate movement to new environmental policies, from community resilience to the changing climates influence on insurance, educ
Stanford Social Innovation Review
DECEMBER 17, 2024
By Sylvia K. Ilahuka One of the latest trends in the development world is leadership localization, a term that describes a usually Western funders effort to shift power to usually non-Western local communities, and thus create a more meaningful presence in the countries where their grantees implement programs. Done well, the benefits of localization are many.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Is it time for nonprofits to implement a four-day workweek? A closer look at the research behind it, and what some organizations are trying.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 16, 2024
A New York firm's $25 million of support helps create nonprofit boardroom placements for students learning the realities of foster care, immigration, health care for the elderly, and more. By George Anders CHICAGO Alex Garcia Students in Allison Henrys business school class on nonprofit board leadership. A New York financier's $25 million of support helps create nonprofit boardroom placements for students learning the realities of foster care, immigration, health care for the elderly, and more.
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
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Image credit: RossHelen on iStock In the weeks following the 2024 US presidential election, the company and social media platform Bluesky has seen its numbers rocket, thanks largely to users of X (formerly Twitter) fleeing the site owned by mogul-turned-presidential-advisor Elon Musk. Meanwhile, within that shift lies a story, still very much unfolding, of a new attempt to build a Black community online: It goes by Blacksky.
Joan Garry
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Ive learned that the key to a meaningful year ahead is focus. Focus on what truly mattersyour health, your family, your mission. Here are 10 recommendations for navigating the year ahead with clarity and purpose. The post EYES WIDE OPEN: A LOOK AHEAD TO 2025 appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.
NonProfit PRO
DECEMBER 18, 2024
After you brainstorm for your peer-to-peer fundraising event, you get to turn your ideas into reality. Here are my tips for making it happen.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 20, 2024
By M.J. Prest Hadassah Hadassah named nonprofit leader Ellen Finkelstein as CEO and executive director. Also, a new CEO will take the helm of the Princeton Area Community Foundation in February, and the impact-investing expert Antony Bugg-Levine is joining Homium.
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