Candid

AUGUST 8, 2022

In 2020, the philanthropic sector started conversations about how philanthropy can better support Black-led organizations and the Black community. These donors had various motives for supporting abolition, however it rarely involved creating an equitable society that included Black people nor supported continual policy and societal change.

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Philanthropy Non-Profits Participation and motivation Children 128

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MAY 23, 2012

According to Event 360’s research, the average event participant secures at least three to four donors — the friends and family who sponsor their walk in the 5K or who come along with them to the party. But if you play it right, you can eventually transition the donor’s affinity from the participant to your organization and cause.

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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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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Those data points are from a new study of 20 years of gender and giving trends in a new report “Women Giving 2024” from the Womens Philanthropy Institute (WPI) at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. These behaviors reflect broader gendered differences in giving motivations and priorities.

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Participation and motivation Children Philanthropic Studies Philanthropy 59

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 3, 2024

As an adoptee and a participant in her high school’s Early Learning Academy, she witnessed the struggles faced by pregnant high schoolers. Motivated by this, Ashley was determined to graduate from UCF and then create a supportive home for pregnant high schoolers and their children.

Public and Nonprofit Management 246

Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Nonprofit Leadership Universities 246

Affnetz

APRIL 30, 2024

In contrast, broader philanthropy surveys, such as Giving USA, show declines in 2009, with subsequent increases in later years. Impact Storytelling: Hopefully, you’re having conversations with your donors and seeking to uncover their motivational triggers for giving to your Nonprofit. These trends show the challenge of donor retention.

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Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Management 264

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 25, 2011

To provide education, which has been strongly associated with salary levels, employment rates, participation in civic activities, and perceptions of self worth, it takes the almighty dollar. Converge Consulting conducted a national study of 2050 alumni to examine donor attitudes, motivations, and behavior.

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Education Education Non-Profits Participation and motivation 173

Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 14, 2020

Let’s break down an example to highlight a few best practices when it comes to making these recap communications stellar: “Thank you for participating in our annual holiday gift drive. This is a popular type of corporate philanthropy and one of the easiest to start leveraging if you already have an active volunteer program.

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Participation and motivation Philanthropy Energy Fundraising 80

NonProfit Hub

MAY 30, 2014

To tap into that power, it’s crucial that we answer the question, “What motivates millennials to give?” According to the CEO of Achieve and researcher for The Millennial Impact Derrick Feldmann, “What motivates millennials is a desire to affect THEIR cause through YOUR organization with their friends.”. Stay tuned!

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Participation and motivation Communication Philanthropy Fundraising 78

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 7, 2025

The interim also participated in the early stages of the permanent ED search, helping the boards executive committee to jump-start the process. The outgoing ED may even actively participate in the search for an interim and/or the permanent replacement and all key staff and stakeholders can be involved in a collaborative manner.

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Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Culture Participation and motivation 69

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. It also seeks to hold philanthropy accountable to their stated goals.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Their participation helps ensure the issues we raise are addressed and not ignored. Yet, when it came time to share data that would bring the framework to life, many of our partners reported frustration trying to get their own companies to greenlight their participation.

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Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2025

Individuals with personal motivations to support your cause may talk about their experiences and opinions online. What motivates them to participate in these conversations online? Prominent individuals who advocate for causes similar to yours can be powerful potential donors. Prospects who show emotional investment.

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Public and Social Policy Fundraising Fundraising Participation and motivation 59

Anedot

AUGUST 29, 2024

Vice President Philanthropy To Apply: [link] 3AB37701A06793968F9AAE100 Why Join our Team? PR and Marketing Coordinator About the Position The Vice President Philanthropy is responsible for driving revenue growth for Canine Companions and for managing the day to day operations of the Philanthropy department.

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Philanthropy Non-Profit Management Participation and motivation Charitable Contribution 52

Candid

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

DAFs are the fastest-growing vehicle in philanthropy, with annual disbursements increasing 600% over 10 years to $52.2 Giving days create urgency and a sense of togetherness for donors—and both can motivate action. Some organizations are also securing a lead gift to kick off their fundraising or a matching gift to motivate giving.

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Participation and motivation Collaborations Health Education 122

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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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The name GlassPockets dates back to the 1950s when philanthropy leaders were in crisis, called before Congress to defend against McCarthyism-fueled accusations of committing “Un-American Acts.” But 2020 changed everything, as philanthropy tried to reinvent its practices to address longtime disparities brought into sharper focus.

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Participation and motivation Foundations Philanthropy Values 111

Top Nonprofits

MARCH 14, 2025

Gen Z is motivated to support causes they believe in , and they want to know that their contributions make a real difference in their communities. Blackbauds Gen Z at the Table Report states that Nearly 70% [of Gen Z respondents] say that impact reporting is likely to motivate increased giving. Be transparent.

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Participation and motivation Nonprofits Values Management 52

Candid

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Runs/walks/rides: Also known as event-a-thons, runs/walks/rides allow participants to take on a powerful role as a volunteer fundraiser for your cause. Supporters often collect pledged donations from connections prior to the big event to be paid out afterwards based on the distance the participant completed.

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Participation and motivation Fundraising Fundraising Philanthropy 122

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 5, 2023

Public institution spending dwarfs private philanthropy in most countries in the world. In the United States , private philanthropy totaled $176.7 In Singapore, one of the countries where our firm Tri-Sector Associates works, private philanthropy for the same areas totaled SGD 1.4 The entire PFS movement faces this issue.

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Public and Social Policy Governance Philanthropy Poverty 124

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Remember that with all fundraising the real story behind every story is about the donor: Your donors should see themselves as active participants who can make a difference with their giving. There’s little we can do about that – it’s really none of our business why people choose not to participate in philanthropy.

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NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Participating as panelists are Jule Hall of the Innocence Project, Alissa Quart of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project, and Amarah Sedreddine , general counsel at Sedreddine & Whoriskey. I think sometimes, when we talk about nonprofits and philanthropy, we get caught up in financial structures. AS: I don’t like intermediaries.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 4, 2023

When we look at the giving landscape in North America, the preferences and motivations for giving vary across different generations. As they approach or enjoy their retirement years, many from this generation are actively involved in philanthropy, making valuable contributions to charitable causes. organizations** 11.8%

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Nonprofit Marketing Blog

JULY 1, 2014

Jamie will be sharing her insight on philanthropy and trends in giving, as well as updates from the field. During this year’s Millennial Impact Forum (also known as MCON), thousands of leaders in philanthropy, social enterprise, and technology joined together for two days of inspiration from our next generation of leaders.

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Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Participation and motivation Culture 92

Candid

MAY 26, 2021

Very soon technology will improve donor participation and retention by making it ridiculously easy to give. Primary research in philanthropy and broader studies in behavioral economics and psychology can inform fundraising behavior that motivates donors and dramatically improves fundraising results. Creativity.

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Technology Fundraising Fundraising Participation and motivation 98

Candid

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Without this directly reported data, Candid would be able to offer the field relatively little information on how philanthropy is addressing today’s challenges and helping communities thrive. But what are funders’ own motivations for sharing data? It’s also more timely. There’s a direct benefit to funders as well.

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Foundations Participation and motivation Philanthropy Collaborations 95

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JULY 31, 2023

This experience motivated Kahlila to become a youth organizer, helping to establish new Students Deserve chapters across Los Angeles County and to join a campaign to defund the Los Angeles School Police Department (LASPD). As a sophomore, Kahlila collapsed from dehydration at a school event.

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Public and Social Policy Race and Ethnicity Participation and motivation Poverty 98

Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

These programs can connect you with potential board members already engaged in philanthropy and community building. What motivates you? Make your board meetings fun and your board members will look forward to participating! Board match programs in your community that your local community foundation or United Way may offer.

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Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Leadership 104

Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 14, 2020

Let’s break down an example to highlight a few best practices when it comes to making these recap communications stellar: “Thank you for participating in our annual holiday gift drive. This is a popular type of corporate philanthropy and one of the easiest to start leveraging if you already have an active volunteer program.

Participation and motivation 40

Participation and motivation Philanthropy Energy Fundraising 40

Care2

MAY 5, 2014

Over 7,000 nonprofits, plus celebrities like Kevin Bacon, are expected to participate in the one-day Give Local America charitable, online crowdfunding campaign on Tuesday, May 6th. The 24-hour campaign aims to motivate donors to contribute to their favorite causes.

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Participation and motivation Philanthropy Activism Fundraising 69

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. The Black Philanthropy Network is another organization that works to support Black leadership in the nonprofit sector.

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Leadership Public and Social Policy Poverty Race and Ethnicity 121

iMarketSmart

APRIL 18, 2022

Giving is motivated by social emotion. Because giving doesn’t come just from motivation. It comes from the intersection of motivation and cost. Motivation must overcome the cost barrier. Giving results from the intersection of motivation and cost. Image motivation and monetary incentives in behaving prosocially.

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Philanthropy Psychology Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

Volunteer grants are a type of corporate philanthropy initiative that involve businesses contributing donations to nonprofit organizations after their employees have volunteered with those organizations for a certain amount of time. Volunteering allows participants to gain new skills and knowledge in areas that interest them most.

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iMarketSmart

MAY 8, 2024

If you enter into these relationships with incorrect or judgmental beliefs and assumptions about wealthy people who want to participate in philanthropy, you’ll be placing additional hurdles between your organization and the biggest gifts these people want to give. So, let’s look at three truths about wealthy potential donors.

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Philanthropy Participation and motivation Poverty Finance 96

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As discussed above, this understanding motivates us as funders to leave behind familiar but limited, single-point perspectives and work from a more whole and systemic picture. Funders have many different strategies, institutional cultures, and attitudes toward power, participation, and trust. The same applies to metrics.

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Participation and motivation Health Environmental Children 134

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Until 2019, most engaged volunteers were White and motivated by concerns with food justice. A young nonprofit, LACE is also learning to navigate private philanthropy, public funding, and public/private financing, as well as governance and operational matters.

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Food Construction Public and Social Policy Governance 110

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 5, 2023

Rationales for Community Ownership While motivations for pursuing community ownership of land vary, there are some common elements. To participate, community members can purchase an ownership share in the enterprise, contingent on completing an eight-hour financial education course.

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Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Nonprofit governance and management Poverty 105