NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 14, 2023

As the Nonprofit Leadership Center prepares to bring nearly 1,000 leaders together for two days of collaboration and knowledge sharing, we are thrilled to announce that Ernest will be the emcee of our 2023 Nonprofit Leadership Conference: Together We Will on October 19 and 20. “As Every participant walks away with renewed promise."

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 27, 2021

For some nonprofits, the pandemic further exacerbated problems that were already challenging, including. Others used the pandemic as problem-solving rocket fuel to propel big leaps forward in effectiveness. They experienced.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

By acknowledging these interactions, nonprofits show appreciation for their followers’ participation and reinforce a sense of community. Reshare this content to show appreciation for their participation and to highlight the faces within the nonprofit’s community. Post mission-related inspirational content.

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Participation and motivation Collaborations Nonprofits Activism 129

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 7, 2023

Even though that number has increased over the years, she continued to see a lack of representation at the C-suite and senior leadership levels of organizations. "I I know there are individuals like me who are qualified to be in leadership positions in the community. I found myself constantly asking why they weren't there.

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Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Race and Ethnicity 244

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 22, 2023

With a reported 24 million hours wasted each year due to unproductive meetings, how do you conduct more productive meetings at your nonprofit that matter to your colleagues and motivate your team members? Consider the pizza rule: You should be able to feed all meeting participants with two pizzas or less.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 8, 2019

Storytelling Nonprofit storytelling refers to narratives about participants and supporters that include characters, descriptive details, emotions, and plot. Conversion Copywriting Conversion copywriting is persuasive writing that motivates immediate action, including clicking, donating, registering, etc.

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Communication Participation and motivation Leadership Nonprofits 212

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Of course, qualities such as financial expertise, legal knowledge, and leadership are all welcomed and useful additions; however they are not in place of the most important quality — caring. Will they make phone calls? Return emails? Will they take the time? Will they focus on the goal/mission?

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Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 106

Ann Green

APRIL 14, 2022

Increasing donor engagement can motivate a donor to give a second gift and keep them donating. Fundraising Participation Rate . For example, donors can participate in campaigns by becoming a fundraiser themselves. In fact, acquiring a new donor costs about ten times more than retaining a donor. Social Media Metrics .

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

When I suggested to a Girl Scout troop that they might want to mention other leadership and community service activities targeting school-age girls in their city on their own Facebook page, there was an uncomfortable silence on the phone, followed by throat clearing and a quick change of subject. Pre-order now and you can save 33%.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The main problem is that many people view this as playing politics and refuse to participate. That means: Getting personal: let them see who you really are and find out what really motivates them. In an increasingly complex world, it’s vital to be seen as a trusted advisor. Following up on commitments.

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Leadership Participation and motivation Collaborations Culture 208

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 3, 2024

It was here that she crossed paths with the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance (formerly named American Humanics) and CNP credential, a program that would forever alter her career. As an adoptee and a participant in her high school’s Early Learning Academy, she witnessed the struggles faced by pregnant high schoolers.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

Continuously improve skills by reading educational nonprofit blogs and participating in fundraising workshops, webinars, and conferences. Working in the nonprofit sector requires you to band together with other motivated individuals excited to create change and adapt to unforeseen circumstances, like frequent changes in government policies.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This blog aims to examine these challenges and offer all nonprofits leaders methods to increase diversity and BIPOC participation in their organizations. Understanding the challenges BIPOC leadership face in the nonprofit sector One of the primary challenges BIPOC leaders face is limited access to funding.As

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Leadership Public and Social Policy Poverty Race and Ethnicity 117

Candid

JANUARY 8, 2025

The vast majority of these giving circles are led and participated in by women. The report suggests that women, collaborative in nature, are motivated to move capital as a team. There are great organizations already doing the work of cultivating and promoting leadership among girls around the world, such as GirlUp and Shes the First.

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Nonprofit Fixer

APRIL 25, 2023

Despite its popularity, leadership coaching remains a bit of a mystery to many people. We’ll cover: What is leadership coaching and what are the benefits How much nonprofit leadership coaching costs Standard elements in a leadership coaching engagement How to find a leadership coach What Is Leadership Coaching and How Is It Beneficial?

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Candid

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Based on my experience as a consultant to nonprofit executive teams and advisor to women pursuing new ways of working, several factors have contributed to the Autonomist movement, especially among Black and brown women in nonprofit leadership roles. For many professionals—especially women and people of color—the pandemic was a turning point.

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Anedot

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Recognized for our leadership and program excellence, we provide vital resources, educational opportunities, and economic support to individuals and families in our community. A trusted community resource, our quality programs are grounded in stability, expertise, and commitment to effectively address the changing needs of our community.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 23, 2023

Animal yoga: Host an animal-themed yoga fundraiser in a local park where participants can exercise with animals eligible for adoption. Animal movie night: Host an animal movie night where participants pay to watch classic animal-themed movies alongside their own pets. Promote your fundraiser.

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Fundraising Fundraising Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management 203

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 12, 2024

Participants kickstart the pledge process by setting up personalized online fundraising pages. Fun runs follow the same concept, but participants run instead of walking. Utilize email campaigns and social media blasts to capture the attention of potential participants.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 23, 2024

Even with the proper tools in place, your association needs a solid digital marketing strategy to motivate members to participate in its offerings. Just remember to set a goal and track relevant metrics such as participation or membership renewals to ensure long-term success. Personalize your marketing strategies.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 19, 2023

In a walk-a-thon, participants create individual online fundraising pages to gather pledges from their family members and friends. These pledges represent promises to donate a certain amount of money based on each unit of distance the participant walks during the event. Promote the event. Thank donors after the event.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 23, 2019

For thought leadership. If that is too much jargon for you, focus on this: Valuable Content That Attracts. That is not all of the content you are creating! Great content can help people think or feel differently about an issue. To implement programs and services.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 27, 2024

Yet, when you allocate resources effectively, you empower your team members to enhance their skills by participating in nonprofit professional development. Elevate is an annual conference specifically for nonprofit sector leaders, designed to provide information about workforce trends, leadership, and advocacy for nonprofits.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 12, 2024

The problem: Self-serving motivations and apathy Board members are supposed to be the guiding force behind a nonprofit, providing oversight and support. This results in board meetings with poor attendance, strategic planning sessions that are ignored, and fundraising efforts that fall flat due to lack of leadership and involvement.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 22, 2023

By Sida Ly-Xiong After completing a leadership fellowship program for women of color, a program participant accepted a position as director of citizen engagement and education at a state public health agency in the United States.

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Getting Attention

JULY 9, 2012

When those seats are gone, I’ll close enrollment and bring my full attention to our new crop of program participants. As of a few minutes ago, when I spoke with program manager Kim Bancsi, we have 3 spots left in the Tagline Focus Project (starts tomorrow, July 10). Register now and let’s get started!

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Leadership Production Values Management 60

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 26, 2022

For those long-term donors, you could instead share a survey asking for their feedback on why they first donated to your cause and what motivated them to continue supporting your mission. . Participate in community events. The post 4 Strategies for Building Supporter Relationships appeared first on Nonprofit Leadership Alliance.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 4, 2023

By Gail Christopher & Deepa Iyer Across sectors, organizations in the United States have long placed barriers between women of color and leadership positions. When they do attain leadership roles, challenges persist; the intersectional threats posed by patterns of misogyny and racism intensify, rather than lessen.

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Leadership Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation 128

Fundraising Leadership

AUGUST 20, 2024

These traits can push you to achieve great things but can also contribute to work-related stress, especially if you're in a leadership role. Read more in Take The Lead from Kelly Lowe For women in leadership, stress can impact health and productivity in different ways than men, hindering progress toward gender parity.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

While GlassPockets has served to steadily motivate participating funders to share more information publicly, with only 112 participating foundations, the reality is that most funders opted not to participate. But today, nearly half of participating foundations have created values or policies prioritizing transparency.

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Participation and motivation Foundations Philanthropy Values 111

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JULY 27, 2016

When you know what you could do, if…… There IS a way to move past this seemingly insurmountable barrier, and that’s enlisting your colleagues (start with staff, then expand to your board members, donors, volunteers, and program participants) as effective messengers. Bingo—expand reach and depth without any extra expenditure.

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Pam Moore

JULY 29, 2024

From keeping up with platform changes to integrating the latest AI tools, and ensuring your team is aligned and motivated, the challenges can seem endless. Strategic Leadership: 16. Hire a Fractional CMO : If you lack strategic leadership, consider hiring a contract fractional CMO to guide your marketing efforts and drive growth.

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Candid

JUNE 28, 2023

Candid’s in-depth guide, Centering equity and justice in climate philanthropy , outlines approaches that have worked for experienced funders, including how intermediaries can help motivate and inspire climate funders to grow their giving. In addition, they are using the Pledge as an opportunity to create a supportive learning community.

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Participation and motivation Philanthropy Values Management 104

Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Local Chamber of Commerce or local leadership group, for example, “Leadership Nashville” or “Leadership Austin.” What are some of your prior board leadership experiences? What motivates you? Make your board meetings fun and your board members will look forward to participating!

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 26, 2024

Participants sit at one table and—unlike the typical dinner party—guests are encouraged not to engage in one-on-one conversations with their partners on either side. Tap into their motivational drives Get to know what makes each board member tick. Remember, a motivated board is a powerful force for good!

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Participation and motivation Nonprofits Construction Values 107

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 7, 2024

Some years ago, we participated in an activity aimed at raising awareness of gender bias among hiring managers. Only Paty, Lumi, and one other woman in the group agreed that there was gender inequity, and the other participants were astonished that the three of us aligned against their view. Here’s a look at four of them.

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Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Public and Social Policy Participation and motivation 126

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2021

How do our attendees feel connected to our organization and how do we motivate them to give and participate? In order to bid on the silent auction and in order to view the live event, each participant buys a single virtual ticket. How do we auction off our live items through the website? 1) Make it easy to buy virtual tickets.

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