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One Thing Philanthropy Must Leave Behind—the Values of Extractive Capitalism

NonProfit Quarterly

Image credit: Photo by Ogulcan Ercal on Unsplash The values attributed to success under capitalism are not the same values that lead to equity and sustainability for society. To build a more just society, it is imperative that we embrace flexibility in our thinking and adopt new values.

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The Psychology Behind Giving: Motivating Members to Become Donors

Bloomerang

Understanding what flips the switch for your members to transform them from participants to passionate donors is the key to boosting your fundraising efforts. When members hear about a specific person who overcame adversity because of their help, it paints a vivid picture of the impact and value of their contribution.

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How to Build Your Recurring Giving Program: 4 Tips

Ann Green

Make it easy and convenient for them to participate. It’s crucial to not only make your supporters aware of this option, but also motivate them to become recurring donors. The more you understand your supporters, the better you can appeal to them to participate in your recurring giving program.

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Five tectonic technology shifts changing our world, our work and our potential

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

The idea : Technology has enabled people’s most trusted sources - those they perceive to be their peers - to become the most influential and amplified messengers in their lives. The takeaway : You are not your most effective messenger, so use technology to amplify other voices. . Relate your cause to their values. -

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A New Take on Higher Education Fundraising

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

Throwing fuel on the fire, colleges and universities are soliciting a new generation of prospective donors that, compared to generations past, is younger, comprised of more women, more technologically sophisticated, and less trusting. The questions guiding the study were: What motivates people to give? James Vineburgh, Jr.,

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20 Leaders Selected for 2023 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship

NonProfit Leadership Center

Tina James​ Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility, Florida Blue Tina James, the senior manager of corporate social responsibility at Florida Blue, is one of 20 outstanding professionals of color selected to participate in the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s 2023 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship.

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Overcoming Barriers to influence: Leading without Formal Authority

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

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. The social capital you build can then be used to move initiatives forward. Following up on commitments.