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 behavior is not just disappointing and frustrating—it is a betrayal of the mission and values of the organization, and a disservice to beneficiaries and funders.

Participation and motivation 83

Participation and motivation Governance Ethics Nonprofits 83

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. Spend time learning about their passions, interests, and career goals.

Participation and motivation 92

Participation and motivation Nonprofits Construction Values 92

iMarketSmart

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Without an understanding of each donor’s personal motivation, it’s hard to foster a connection that lasts. Tactical, Not Relational In low-dollar fundraising, donors are often treated like targets rather than valued partners. After all, every exchange of money requires an exchange of value.

Participation and motivation 59

Participation and motivation Fundraising Fundraising Collaborations 59

Ann Green

JULY 19, 2023

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.

Participation and motivation 244

Participation and motivation Non-Profits Medical Communication 244

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.

Participation and motivation 130

Participation and motivation Associations Retention Leadership 130

The NonProfit Times

MAY 10, 2024

The estimated 70 million Americans who belong to Generation Z show a promising commitment to the values of giving and generosity. However, lack of understanding of what motivates their generosity is causing fundraisers to leave opportunities for further engagement with them on the table.

Participation and motivation 105

Participation and motivation Retail Volunteerism Volunteerism 105

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

Leadership 207

Leadership Participation and motivation Collaborations Culture 207

Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Nonprofits may need to reimagine their donor engagement strategies to go beyond occasional outreach or standard fundraising appeals and forge relationships that resonate with their values and inspire continued support. When you speak from a place of genuine passion for your cause, donors are more likely to connect with your message.

Social Enterprise 105

Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Children Participation and motivation 105

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 7, 2023

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.

Nonprofit governance and management 246

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Race and Ethnicity 246

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

However, we judged it essential to set additional goals that had equal weight in their importance – ours were to use the strategic planning process to build strong teams and leaders and to create a culture that informed, reflected, and reinforced our values. Focus on values. And that would ultimately help us deliver on strategy.

Culture 83

Culture Leadership Values Participation and motivation 83

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

By acknowledging these interactions, nonprofits show appreciation for their followers’ participation and reinforce a sense of community. Liking and commenting on followers’ posts and stories builds stronger connections and signals that they are valued members of the community. Support similar organizations.

Participation and motivation 102

Participation and motivation Collaborations Nonprofits Activism 102

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 19, 2023

By Elikem Tomety Archer & Jessica Harrington In 2017, as part of her participation in the youth leadership program Global Citizen Year , Dora—an 18-year-old from Huntington Beach, California—spent seven months in Thiadiaye, Senegal. It also requires understanding one’s own identity, stories, and values.

Leadership 124

Leadership Participation and motivation Collaborations Health 124

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.

Participation and motivation 104

Participation and motivation Philanthropy Values Management 104

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2021

When you invite these loyal supporters to take action, you need to introduce your campaign in a way that emphasizes their unique value and motivates them to help kick off your fundraising effort. Remind your donors that they bring a unique value to your organization. Explain your motivation. Provide all of the details.

Participation and motivation 127

Participation and motivation Fundraising Fundraising Social Enterprise 127

Anedot

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Located in beautiful Novato/Marin County/CA, our workplace culture is driven by our five values: teamwork and collaboration, equity, excellence, integrity, and learning and continuous improvement. Join an organization dedicated to providing a supportive and professional working environment.

Management 52

Management Public and Social Policy Participation and motivation Non-Profits 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JULY 16, 2021

They purchase from companies that align with their values. . B2B companies are starting to understand the value of corporate social responsibility. For example, start by participating in the Earth Hour initiative. By actively participating in green events, you will position your B2B company as a sustainable brand.

Marketing 140

Marketing Marketing Environmental Participation and motivation 140

Ann Green

DECEMBER 5, 2023

For example, a dance studio might collect testimonials from students, parents, and alumni to show the value in signing up for classes. When participants post about your event, encourage them to pair it with your dedicated hashtag. For example, a subject line like “Don’t Miss Out On Our Annual Halloween Fundraiser!”

Marketing 286

Marketing Marketing Entrepreneurship Participation and motivation 286

Candid

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The movement signals a new era of work, one where professionals value autonomy over security and innovation over tradition. They value the ability to move fluidly between projects and industries, allowing them to utilize their diverse skill set while maintaining independence.

Participation and motivation 64

Participation and motivation Health Nonprofits Construction 64

Affnetz

APRIL 30, 2024

First-Time Donor Program: Don’t overlook the incredible value of implementing a first-time donor program. Impact Storytelling: Hopefully, you’re having conversations with your donors and seeking to uncover their motivational triggers for giving to your Nonprofit.

Retention 264

Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Management 264

The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 27, 2024

They get to know donors and their families, listen, and understand the nuances and motivations that drive donors’ behaviors. Within seconds, a clever AI helper can analyze giving and participation patterns to help prioritize donor relationships, focusing on those who are most likely to have long-term impact and value to the organization.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 76

Nonprofit Administration and Development Ethics Participation and motivation Technology 76

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. Let supporters know how much you value them by expressing gratitude frequently and in an authentic way. .

Participation and motivation 147

Participation and motivation Energy Retention Recruitment 147

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.

Participation and motivation 111

Participation and motivation Foundations Philanthropy Values 111

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 25, 2023

Fortunately, an approach that is resonant with nonprofit purpose and values already exists, even if it is overlooked. The drive for efficiency can undermine values and relationships. Worth includes value but also taps into meaning, tradition, sentiment, and even spirituality. It is the ethos of a gift economy.

Volunteerism 97

Volunteerism Volunteerism Nonprofit governance and management Participation and motivation 97

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 19, 2023

If that slice is elderly, White, male, and English-speaking, we ought not to be surprised when a young Latina immigrant opts not to participate. Even though many boards and senior management teams buy into the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion, it’s not enough to want a more inclusive nonprofit. What do we value?

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Nonprofit Administration and Development Recruitment Culture Participation and motivation 129

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

Why Developing Nonprofit Management Skills Is Important Encouraging professional development aligns with the intrinsic values of many nonprofits, such as growth, learning, and community improvement. Continuously improve skills by reading educational nonprofit blogs and participating in fundraising workshops, webinars, and conferences.

Nonprofit Management 235

Nonprofit Management Management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy 235

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. Silent Generation donors value personal connections and traditional forms of communication. Once they find a nonprofit that aligns with their values, they are more likely to remain committed long term.

Participation and motivation 96

Participation and motivation Philanthropy Social Enterprise Social Enterprise 96

Top Nonprofits

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

When you incorporate game-like elements and challenges into your event, you excite your attendees and encourage their active participation. As EventMobi explains , event gamification “repurposes gaming tactics for an event context, inspiring friendly competition amongst attendees and incentivizing active event participation.”

Participation and motivation 52

Participation and motivation Activism Associations Values 52

The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

By Olga Moshinsky Woltman “The growth mindset is based on the belief that your basic qualities are things you can cultivate through your efforts.” – Carol Dweck It is a truth universally acknowledged that employees who are motivated to continuously learn and grow will be the ones to take on new challenges, innovate, and problem-solve.

Public and Social Policy 105

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Culture 105

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

In doing so, my job is to write and design to connect and motivate my audience: be it to volunteer, donate, sign a petition, engage, et cetera. Relevance: When we know who our audience is and what they value, and use our creativity to connect to that identity, we display relevance. Do not create for the community. Community-based… . …is

Non-Profits 141

Non-Profits Marketing Marketing Ethics 141

Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2024

Invite your board to participate in these easy and impactful ways to advocate for your mission: Host behind-the-scenes tours. Motivate your board to join forces with local community groups, businesses, and other nonprofits. A youth services nonprofit working with government agencies to use a public building for a youth program.

Public and Social Policy 91

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Participation and motivation Education 91

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

As a matter of fact, a non-profit employer must make an effort to convince talented people to work for their organization and showcase the true values of doing so. alone participated in some kind of volunteering job making it a 25% of the country’s population. In fact, between 2014 and 2015, 62.8 million people in the U.S

Recruitment 64

Recruitment Non-Profits Nonprofits Participation and motivation 64

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

. — Gary McGeough from Bristol Organizations Committed Team Players, Capable of Collaborating Effectively I seek individuals who are genuinely passionate about our mission and show a strong belief in our values and goals. They should be dedicated to serving our community and willing to go the extra mile to make a positive impact.

Ethics 93

Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 93

Top Nonprofits

APRIL 16, 2024

On the organizational level, you will build a skilled workforce prepared to meet your constituents’ evolving needs, and on an individual level, employees will feel engaged , valued, and committed to your cause. However, they also expect employers to value them as individuals, recognize their contributions, and invest in their futures.

Participation and motivation 52

Participation and motivation Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Education 52

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.”. They value relationships.

Participation and motivation 76

Participation and motivation Communication Philanthropy Fundraising 76

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The Generosity Commission Report suggests incentivizing participation by “offering perks such as service hours or free promotional items to engage younger generations who may be motivated by immediate, tangible rewards.” TIP 9: Make it easy for people to participate on their terms.

Civil Society 83

Civil Society Participation and motivation Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 83

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MAY 20, 2024

Now, the rise of value-based care and patient consumerism is already beginning to define the future. Chapters Emergence of Value-Based Care Models The traditional fee-for-service model, payment per service, has been under the gun particularly as a driver of volume over value.

Health 52

Health Healthcare Participation and motivation Environmental 52

Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

You can leverage trusted board members and donor networks to find great candidates who share your organization’s values. Review board lists for organizations with shared values. Partnering with like-minded missions or values can lead to finding board members equally committed to your cause. What motivates you?

Participation and motivation 78

Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Leadership 78