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3 Ways to Accomplish More With Less at Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

As labor and material costs rise, it may seem difficult for smaller organizations to fulfill their missions. But there are ways to maximize resources and minimize expenditures. Nonprofit leaders currently working in the trenches share their tried-and-true strategies.

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Grant Makers Join Together to Learn About — and Fund — Racial Justice

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Marc Gunther New pooled funds seek grants from foundations or individuals, aggregate the money, and give it away. The efforts aim to drive fundamental change by building Black nonprofits’ public-policy muscle.

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Comment on How to Introduce Yourself to Donors so They’ll Gladly Meet with You by How To To Introduce Yourself #2023 Updated Information

Amy Eisenstein

[…] “How do I introduce myself so that raising funds is not somehow clouded in jargon or simply glazed over in general?

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Beyond Work-Life Balance: Cultivating Joy and Fulfillment as a Modern Working Mom

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

Written by: Karen Thomas, CNP Reading Time: 5 minutes I am a 21st Century working mom. I am juggling the responsibilities of a high-pressure job in philanthropy and marketing, constantly creating and implementing new fundraising strategies for an organization that has not traditionally spoken to or thanked donors. All the while I am a mom – picking up and dropping off kids, helping with homework, acting as a chauffeur to after-school activities EVERY NIGHT during the week.

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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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How to Create the Optimum Donor Experience

NonProfit PRO

Donors at all levels should have as personal an experience as possible with the organizations they support. If donors do not feel positive about their giving experience, how can they have confidence that your programs are run with effectiveness?

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3 Years After George Floyd, Foundations Say They've Changed. Many Racial-Justice Nonprofits Disagree.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Alex Daniels, Marc Gunther, and Sono Motoyama COURTESY OF THE NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Foundations say the summer of protests following his murder changed them forever. But for many racial-justice nonprofits, the free-flowing supply of grants proved to be short-lived. Plus, see the rest of our June issue , posted online today.

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Help! My Fundraising Event Was a Total Flop!

Joan Garry

Raising money isn’t the ONLY measure of fundraising success, but it’s definitely one of them. If you’re still looking for answers to the question, “Why is my org not raising more money?” download this free resource. You might find the key to your next fundraising event's success! The post Help! My Fundraising Event Was a Total Flop! appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.

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Fostering Innovation in Nonprofit Leadership With Labs and Incubators

NonProfit PRO

As we know, nonprofits are essential for society. But now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to remain ahead of the curve at a time when generative AI captured the imaginations of the public.

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Nonprofits Advancing Pluralism Jump at New Grants From an Ambitious Collaboration

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Alex Daniels The New Pluralists has attracted $47 million from foundations as divergent in their political views as Rockefeller Brothers Fund and Charles Koch's foundation as part of its work to build bridges. Eventually it hopes philanthropy will pour $1 billion into similar efforts.

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Kindly Review: A Whole New Way of Managing Comms Work [Book Review and Reading Club]

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

Dawn Crawford has the secrets to giving and receiving feedback to make your communications work great, and she’s put it all into her new book, Kindly Review (NPMG’s Amazon Link). I’m a huge fan of this book for several reasons. Even though Dawn didn’t write it specifically for nonprofits (the advice is more universal than that), it’s based on her many years of communications consulting for nonprofits.

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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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Making Policy Work for Rural Communities: The Value of Community Voice

NonProfit Quarterly

Image Credit: cottonbro studio on unsplash.com Rural America is far more diverse than how it is portrayed in media and popular culture. This article is the second in the series Eradicating Rural Poverty: The Power of Cooperation. Coproduced by Partners for Rural Transformation, a coalition of six regional community development financial institutions, and NPQ , authors highlight efforts to address multi-generational poverty in Appalachia, the rural West, Indian Country, South Texas, and the Mi

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What to Do When Your Agency Doesn’t Want to Ask for Monthly Gifts

NonProfit PRO

Many agencies feel client pressure to reach a certain goal, and it’s safer to focus on one-time gifts. So how do you convince your agency to add monthly giving to your appeals?

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U.S. Companies, Nudged by Black Employees, Have Stepped Up Donations to HBCUs

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Annie Ma and Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Natalie Coles will never forget receiving an unexpected phone call in 2020. On the line was Virginia-based Dominion Energy offering to give money to Wilberforce University, the small historically Black college where she is in charge of fundraising.

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6 Techniques to Boost New Donor Acquisition and Retention

Affnetz

6 Techniques to Boost New Donor Acquisition and Retention By Mike Crum It’s essential to acquire new donors for your Nonprofit to have a thriving fundraising program. Here are 3 techniques you can use to acquire new donors today. BUT, given that more than 2 out of 3 first-time donors NEVER make a second gift, I’ll also cover 3 techniques you can use to ensure they make a second gift too.

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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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Comment on 10 Ways to Improve Your Fundraising Mindset this Summer by J.L.

Amy Eisenstein

If I am feeling anxious before a speaking engagement, I shift my mindset to remind myself that I am the expert. I am the one who knows my organization and my job is to share my knowledge. This helps me have the confidence to speak on behalf of my organization and remember its not about me and what they think about me, it’s about the message I am giving.

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NonProfit PRO to Co-present Inaugural BridgeTECH Ahead of Bridge Conference

NonProfit PRO

NonProfit PRO, in collaboration with the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (DMAW) and the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Washington, D.C. (AFP-DC) is excited to announce the launch of BridgeTECH, an event designed to empower nonprofits with cutting-edge technology solutions.

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Vague and Generic Narratives Are Holding Back Nonprofits. Here Are a Few Tricks to Cut Out the Jargon

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By April Bo Wang The overuse of grandiose and unclear language prevents nonprofits from telling stories that inspire the people they need to reach. ChatGPT, Google, and regular humans can help them change those patterns.

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6 Techniques to Boost New Donor Acquisition and Retention

Affnetz

It’s essential to acquire new donors for your Nonprofit to have a thriving fundraising program. Here are 3 techniques you can use to acquire new donors today. BUT, given that more than 2 out of 3 first-time donors NEVER make a second gift, I’ll also cover 3 techniques you can use to ensure they make a second gift too. Acquiring New Donors: View your communications with prospective donors as conversations.

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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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Newsletter: A Cause for Shell-ebration ; Kansas Humane Society Launches ‘OnlyPaws’ Campaign ; How to Do Cause Marketing with Chambers, Associations

Selfish Giving

Monday is the day I usually set aside for writing the "Note from Joe" section of my newsletter. That's the section you are reading right now. This last Monday was different in two ways. First, Monday was Memorial Day, so it felt more like a Sunday than a Monday. Still, I was committed to finishing my "Note from Joe." Second, just as I started writing it, my wife came home and told me something that would upend my day.

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MindEdge Launches Nonprofit Skills, a Multi-certificate Training Program for The Nonprofit Community

NonProfit PRO

MindEdge Learning announced the launch of Nonprofit Skills, a new multi-certificate program designed to strengthen the skills of nonprofit executives and board members.

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IBM and Google Commit $150 Million for Quantum Computing

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Plus, the University of Kentucky has received $100 million for its College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment, and Yosemite National Park will use a $17 million grant to restore its most popular trails and make other improvements.

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Attracting New Donors With Content That Serves (And Scales)

Bloomerang

“How do we get more donors?” is a question every nonprofit asks at some point. And for good reason. Research shows that individuals are the most important funding source for organizations, accounting for almost 70% of total contributions. But growing and engaging your donor base isn’t an effortless process. Most nonprofits use a combination of in-person events, physical outreach, and some form of digital presence to attract and build relationships with supporters.

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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.

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Funding and the flawed notion of nonprofit “readiness”

Non Profit AF

Hi everyone, you may have heard about MacKenzie Scott’s new funding initiative, Yield Giving, which will be giving out 250.

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Register today to hear from national and local speakers, executive directors, funders, sports foundations, and educators in-person, July 12th

NonProfit PRO

Check out the speakers: President & CEO, Charity Navigator: Outreach and communication strategies. President & CEO, Community Foundation of Broward: Build relationships with funders. Senior Vice President, DonorSearch AI, Co-Author, The Generosity Crisis Executive Director, Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida: How to identify and build relationships with major funders.

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Ecotrust Names Its First Native American Leader

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Also, the Birthright Israel Foundation's new CEO will start in September, and the nonprofit law expert Peter Swords has died at age 88.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] If you can’t call and thank every donor, who should be priorities?

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. Dear Charity Clairity, I know calling donors to thank them is a good idea. But as a practical matter this seems awfully time consuming, especially for a small shop. If you can’t call everyone, who is best to call?

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

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.

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How to Handle Donor Fatigue

Veritus Group

If you think donor fatigue means donors are tired of giving, you've got it wrong. Donors are tired of the way you treat them. Here's how to reset the relationship. The post How to Handle Donor Fatigue appeared first on Veritus Group.

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iWave Partners With Bonterra to Help Nonprofits Fundraise with Confidence

NonProfit PRO

iWave announces its newest integration with Bonterra, a social good software company that offers a cloud-based fundraising CRM software designed to help nonprofits. This partnership enables nonprofits to engage with donors more effectively, prioritize top prospects, and benefit from a simplified workflow.

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Unrealistic Fundraising Expectations Are Causing Stress. Here's How to Set More Practical Goals.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Rasheeda Childress Illustration by The Chronicle It’s crucial to consider past fundraising, collaborate in goal setting, remember that fundraising is a long-term project, and — especially important right now — factor in the economy.

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Black Business Group Aims to Narrow Racial Wealth Gap in Massachusetts

NonProfit Quarterly

Image Credit: Nuthawut Somsuk on istock.com The Black Economic Council of Massachusetts , better known as BECMA, represents Black-owned businesses across the state. The group has an unusual origin story. Not too many organizations trace their origins to a Federal Reserve study, but, then again, the study in question was no ordinary report. Published in 2015 and titled The Color of Wealth , the findings of the report commissioned by the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston were striking.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

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