NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

Established nonprofit organizations play a vital role in addressing social issues, driving positive change, and enriching communities. In this article, we explore the seven stages of development that established nonprofits often navigate as they strive for excellence in advancing their mission and serving their constituents.

Public and Social Policy 202

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Culture 202

Clairification

MARCH 27, 2023

This also happens at nonprofits without a donor-centered culture of philanthropy. While the customer, or donor, may not always be exactly “right,” it is imperative everyone in your organization recognizes and appreciates the value donors bring. Whether or not a customer returns again means little to them.

Retention 114

Retention Retail Culture Philanthropy 114

Bloomerang

AUGUST 9, 2021

Mastering personalized, customer-centered philanthropy facilitation, especially mid-level and major donors, to increase your donor lifetime value. Master personalized, customer-centered philanthropy facilitation, especially mid-level and major donors, to increase your donor lifetime value. . They actually cost you money !

Values 131

Values Fundraising Fundraising Philanthropy 131

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 16, 2023

While many nonprofit employees go into the sector because they feel strongly about certain causes, those charitable efforts aren’t enough to keep them at your organization long term. The best way to keep employees around is to foster a positive nonprofit work environment. Let’s get started! Provide opportunities for advancement.

Leadership 226

Leadership Retention Nonprofits Nonprofit Leadership 226

Affnetz

JUNE 1, 2023

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. Some Nonprofits don’t even ask their board of directors this question! But, don’t overlook the incredible value of implementing a First-Time Donor Program.

Retention 130

Retention Values Communication Education 130

Ann Green

APRIL 14, 2022

Donor engagement is vital to nonprofit success. By donating, volunteering, and spreading the word about your organization, donors fuel your nonprofit mission. . Every phone call, donation, and click on your website is a part of your nonprofit’s donor engagement strategy. Effective donor engagement increases donor retention.

Participation and motivation 270

Participation and motivation Retention Values Activism 270

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 5, 2024

In the diverse tapestry of nonprofit organizations, one challenge that often arises is the generational and knowledge divide among employees. With multi-generational staff and varying levels of experience, nonprofits must navigate these divides to foster collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

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Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management Culture Leadership 208

Affnetz

JUNE 1, 2023

It’s essential to acquire new donors for your Nonprofit to have a thriving fundraising program. There’s just so much noise in the world, particularly in Nonprofit fundraising, and using compelling stories helps relate your message to your donors in a way they can understand. Sometimes they’ll help make the introduction.

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Retention Values Communication Education 130

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Nonprofits who care about donor retention employ numerous strategies to keep their donors coming back year after year. Personal acknowledgments, impact reporting, and a strong monthly giving program are some of the cornerstones to a high donor retention rate. Savvy fundraisers have always kept donor retention top of mind.

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Retention Values Fundraising Fundraising 100

NonProfit Leadership Center

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

From for-profit companies to nonprofits of every size, one of the best indicators of high-performing organizations is a dedicated focus on creating a learning culture. Let’s explore this concept and discuss how to go about developing a learning culture in nonprofit organizations. What is a learning culture?

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Culture Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Leadership 254

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

As a nonprofit professional, you understand that investing in your staff is the best way to develop your organization. While some skills are innate, many nonprofit management skills can be taught. Getting certified in the nonprofit sector makes nonprofit professionals seven times more likely to reach the director level or higher.

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Nonprofit Management Management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy 234

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 30, 2024

In a recent episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Greg Miller, President and CEO of Penn-Mar Human Services, to discuss the critical issues of recruitment, retention, and strategic partnerships in the nonprofit sector.

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Recruitment Retention Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profit Management 52

Ann Green

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Let’s take a look at three areas where nonprofits can drive increased fundraising efficiency: staff retention, donor qualification, and campaign planning. By Chelsey Newmyer What first comes to mind when you think about increasing your nonprofit’s fundraising efficiency? Cutting expenses? Refine your donor qualification process.

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Fundraising Fundraising Retention Management 268

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2024

By Abby Jarvise , writer, marketer, and speaker at Neon One – software built for small and midsize nonprofits to help them manage fundraising, communications, events, volunteers, and more. Donor retention is important. All that is true, but the fact remains that donor retention is a struggle. The short answer is “no.”

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Retention Technology Nonprofits Communication 94

Bloomerang

AUGUST 12, 2021

Do you know your organization’s donor retention rate? A chorus of voices have been beating the drum about the importance of donor retention through their research, in blogs, and in webinars—with stagnant results. . The Donor Retention Crisis—and Why It Matters. whereas the new donor retention rate was 19.3%.

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Retention Nonprofit governance and management Finance Governance 113

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

As the communications roles and responsibilities grow in nonprofits, both staff and managers will question the function of the communications team within the organization. We began researching nonprofit communications team models in 2017 and have continued investigating how they work and what is most effective since then.

Communication 215

Communication Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits Retention 215

The Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

With the value of a volunteer hour approaching $29 in 2022, now is the time to focus on retention and better utilize your existing volunteer contacts. It’s no secret that a dedicated group of volunteers is an important cornerstone of many nonprofit organization. The post Volunteer Retention: What Makes them Stay?

Retention 92

Retention Recruitment Public and Nonprofit Management Activism 92

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 6, 2024

As an organization that impacts many lives and communities, your nonprofit has a responsibility to form a team that can efficiently and effectively serve its beneficiaries and stakeholders. Train Your Team on Implicit Bias Everyone, regardless of their conscious values, has implicit biases. Did you enjoy this story?

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Recruitment Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofits Leadership 191

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

By creating donor retention strategies for retaining your past fundraisers and donors. For instance, if your nonprofit can retain just fifty percent of the donors from last year and they give the same amount this year, you’ll raise fifty percent of last year’s goal without recruiting any new donors. Luckily, you can change course.

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Retention Fundraising Fundraising Recruitment 111

Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2022

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to calculate an accurate nonprofit dollar retention rate. Dear Charity Clairity, When you write “the average dollar retention is just 47%,” I’m not sure what that means. CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity.

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Retention Leadership Values Fundraising 102

NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 25, 2024

At the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we’re on a mission to develop and connect nonprofit leaders to strengthen organizations and our communities. However, recent research from the Florida Nonprofit Alliance and National Council of Nonprofits shows that our sector is experiencing a workforce shortage crisis.

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Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Retention 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 10, 2025

While your team might have the right nonprofit management skills , they can only do so much on their own. Your tools are the foundation of your nonprofits operations. To help you out, we will cover six essential tools every nonprofit should have in 2025. They help you streamline tasks, reduce manual errors, and cut costs.

Technology 187

Technology Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Nonprofit Leadership 187

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 15, 2023

Planned gifts initiated by donors are excellent opportunities for your nonprofit. With a planned giving program, your nonprofit can effectively scale its efforts—sourcing, cultivating, and stewarding a diverse range of planned gifts with increasing efficiency over time. Great news! for major giving and $8.41 for regular giving).

Nonprofits 204

Nonprofits Education Education Activism 204

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

We all know why nonprofits want monthly donors — fantastic ROI, high retention rates and higher lifetime value. Photo Credit: https://flic.kr/p/aVmeYp. So, how do we get them? Specifically, how do we sign more supporters up for an online monthly giving program? First, the basics.

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Recruitment Retention Values Nonprofits 223

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 14, 2024

In the bustling coastal city of Cotonou, Benin, in West Africa, one man stands out in the nonprofit sector: Norentz Gogan , a Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP). “It has been a transformative experience that I would highly recommend to anyone passionate about making a difference in the nonprofit sector.”

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Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Universities 246

The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

ByJackie Sue Griffin The nonprofit world isnt what it used to be. To thrive during 2025, nonprofits must create workplaces where employees feel connected to the mission and see clear opportunities for growth. Your nonprofits brand isnt just about marketing; its about showing potential hires what makes your organization special.

Public and Nonprofit Management 98

Public and Nonprofit Management Culture Recruitment Insurance 98

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 13, 2024

In the nonprofit sector, our conversations often revolve around reaching and engaging our external audience – the people we serve and our donors. A strong public image of the organization can be a helpful aspect in our retention toolbox providing support in keeping staff committed to the brand and organization less likely to leave.

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Recruitment Retention Culture Communication 216

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 10, 2023

Nonprofit events are the perfect opportunity to bring your community together to celebrate and support your cause, but they also require a lot of work. If your nonprofit requires an application process for volunteers, it’s a good idea to optimize your volunteer application page on your website. Upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Recruitment 192

Recruitment Nonprofits Management Activism 192

Ann Green

JULY 30, 2024

Donor motivations are the “why” that drives their support of your nonprofit. By Ryan Carpenter For the last several years, nonprofits have struggled to make ends meet due to falling revenue, rising inflation, and an increase in community needs. Learn how to uncover those motivations and inspire more support in this guide.

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Ethics Donor Motivation Environmental Communication 283

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 23, 2024

Think back to when you first got your start in the nonprofit sector. You may have had experience as a donor or a volunteer before, but you had a lot to learn when you became a nonprofit professional. As much as you felt you had to learn at the beginning of your nonprofit career, you still have a lot to learn. Let’s get started.

Leadership 130

Leadership Nonprofits Retention Nonprofit Leadership 130

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 12, 2023

According to our 2023 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report , nearly all nonprofits (95%) now create some type of video content. Video marketing is now more important to nonprofits than ever. There’s no arguing about the value of video in our marketing strategies these days. And rightly so.

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Marketing Marketing Collaborations Values 234

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 17, 2021

In business, customer retention is “big business.” ” High customer retention rates can help a company spend less on marketing, improve the overall lifetime value of a customer, and earn more referrals. Which assets are most of our partners leveraging and finding value in? 3) Reporting Is Everything!

Charitable Organizations 106

Charitable Organizations Retention Values Technology 106

The Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 27, 2021

Finding new ways to engage volunteers is crucial for nonprofits in 2021. Here are 3 ways nonprofits can increase volunteer engagement with gamification. As the value of a volunteer hour continues to rise ( $27.20 in 2021 ), the importance of volunteer engagement and retention also increases. Deploy a Rewards Program.

Non-Profits 142

Non-Profits Retention Values Recruitment 142

Bloomerang

JANUARY 6, 2025

If youre like many nonprofit professionals, you may have felt like someone sliding backward down a water slide in 2024. The retention metrics that matter Retention is your single most important metricthe easiest, fastest, and most affordable way to raise more money. Use this handy retention calculator to get started.

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Retention Fundraising Fundraising Psychology 88

Ann Green

JULY 19, 2023

Recurring donors can provide valuable sustainable revenue for your nonprofit. It’s a great way to both boost revenue and your retention rate. By Philip Schmitz Acquiring recurring donors for your nonprofit can revolutionize your fundraising progress, helping you efficiently and effectively achieve your goals.

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Participation and motivation Non-Profits Medical Communication 244

NextAfter

JUNE 9, 2023

Hard truth: nonprofits are losing donors. In fact, according to data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project, donor acquisition, dollars, and donor retention rates fell YoY in 2022. Let’s take a closer look …Below you’ll see that just by adding an email for an “offline-only” donor, the annual value of that donor increased by 73%.

Retention 77

Retention Activism Values Philanthropy 77

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 20, 2020

By Dana Bakich , founder and CEO of Positive Equation – a digital consultancy focused on equipping nonprofits with the tools and resources to build impactful digital strategies. Your average audience retention rate and engagement is substantially higher. What content would help serve and provide value to your audience right now?

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Production Values Nonprofits Advertising 129