Blackbaud

JULY 28, 2025

We’re combining the deep-dive “how-to” sessions of Blackbaud’s legendary K–12 User Conference ( returning in 2026!) bbcon is more than a conference—it’s an investment in your school’s future. with global thought leadership to offer insights into education, fundraising, technology, and more.

Education

Selfish Giving

MARCH 5, 2025

Today, I'm answering readers' questions on my upcoming presentation at this year's Corporate Partnerships Conference (CPC25) , How to Create a Lead-Generating Partnership Newsletter. In the age of AI, leaning in to our humanity will be a competitive edge. Chicago Great question! Will nonprofits heed the call?

Publishing

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 8, 2025

If youre looking for a dynamic, engaging speaker (who doesn't pronounce his R's) for your annual conference or partnership summit, Id love to join youwhether live or via Zoom. Speaking: This was my largest area of work last year, including in-person and online presentations. Online keynotes are more affordable than live presentations.

Retail

Tony Martignetti

MAY 26, 2025

Jason Shim & Meico Marquette Whitlock:Healthier Productivity From AI Our annual duo returns with tips and resources to make your use of artificial intelligence better for you. They also go beyond AI with many smartphone strategies, inbox management, and Meico shares his shutdown ritual for bedtime.

AI

Tony Martignetti

MAY 4, 2025

Kim Snyder & Shauna Dillavou: PII In The Age Of AI Artificial Intelligence and big data have transformed privacy risks by enabling malicious, targeted communications to your team that seem authentic because they contain highly accurate information.

AI

The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 3, 2025

CES wanted to create a panel to shine a light how AI and technology are driving breakthroughs in critical health conditions affecting people worldwide, said Littlefield. As the conference kicks off on January 7, people can register to watch the session for free via the event site: CES Schedule: Mission-Driven Innovation. to 11:40 a.m.

Electronics

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 3, 2024

AI writing is the wave of the future. Lately, it seems I can hardly open a newsletter, attend a training, or look at a conference schedule without seeing the word AI popping up everywhere. Since AI writing has become more accessible and received a lot of very positive press, you may be wondering if AI can write grants for you.

AI

Critical Fundraising

JULY 10, 2024

So, you’re using AI ‘responsibly’, but, asks Cherian Koshy , are you using it ethically? As you scroll through LinkedIn, countless articles tout the ‘responsible’ use of AI, each claiming to guide us toward better practices. At conferences, panels buzz with emerging experts advocating for responsibility in AI deployment.

Ethics

The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 2, 2024

That was the focus of a session “How Fundraisers Can Save Time and Spur Creativity with AI-Driven Content” during the Bridge To Integrated Fundraising And Marketing Conference in National Harbor, Maryland. This is where technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) comes into play.

AI

Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2024

Inspired by more than 40 years of collaboration with private school leaders, Blackbaud has created a track of sessions for ATLIS 2024 , the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools’ annual conference. Responsible AI: What It Means for Your School Presented by Hiram Cuevas of St.

AI

Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

One of the best ways to do that is to attend occasional nonprofit conferences. In addition to the info-packed sessions and workshops, these conferences provide invaluable opportunities to connect with other fundraisers, share ideas, and encourage each other. . But how on earth do you choose the right fundraising conference to attend?

Conference

Blackbaud

AUGUST 19, 2024

With 11 sessions dedicated to the work you do as grantmakers (twice as many as last year), plus extra networking opportunities to learn from each other, you won’t want to miss Blackbaud’s annual user conference. AI continues to be a hot topic across philanthropy. And did you see? The actor Sheryl Lee Ralph will be on the main stage!

AI

Blackbaud

JULY 17, 2024

From my experience, this annual conference is the event for Blackbaud users, and the K–12 offerings are especially impressive this year. Deep Dives Before the Dive I never miss the dedicated pre-conference sessions , being held this year on Monday, September 23rd. Explore how to leverage AI and automation.

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Tony Martignetti

APRIL 18, 2023

Amy Sample Ward kicks off our coverage of the 2023 Nonprofit Technology Conference, hosted by NTEN. They cover the Conference details, and delve into weighing the benefits and risks of the fast-moving technology, artificial intelligence. Amy Sample Ward kicks off our coverage of the 2023 Nonprofit Technology Conference, hosted by NTEN.

Conference

Sharpshooter Communications

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As a grant professional, I have an enduring faith in the myriad of talents needed to craft comprehensive and convincing proposals -- talents that can’t be automated by artificial intelligence (AI) -- but I also understand the existential fear of our profession being devalued or compromised through technology. Let’s start with the negatives.

AI

Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As a grant professional, I have an enduring faith in the myriad of talents needed to craft comprehensive and convincing proposals -- talents that can’t be automated by artificial intelligence (AI) -- but I also understand the existential fear of our profession being devalued or compromised through technology. Let’s start with the negatives.

AI

amplifi

APRIL 15, 2024

So, we’re going to break it down and focus on three key takeaways from the Conference. Amplifi your outreach with AI. There was a lot of talk about how AI can help fundraisers be more efficient with their strategies. However, there’s a concern over the ethical basis of the AI models. So, we’ll consider that a win!

AI

Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

AI has gained a lot of momentum in recent years and while it can be an asset, it’s important to use it in an ethical and transparent way. Not all AI tools are created equally. Don’t be afraid to use your networks. If you are using ChatGPT, think of it as your handy personal assistant, rather than your writer.

Grant

HSF House

APRIL 17, 2024

The controversy surrounding these policing programs, which attempt to predict future crime and/or criminals based on geographic factors, individual criminal records, and other “impartial” variables, has grown as advancements in predictive technology and AI continue to outpace the legislation that regulates their usage.

Mentor

Soapbox Exchange

JULY 29, 2024

Any of you planning on attending the 2024 Bridge Conference this week? Keep scrolling for some excellent tips related to AI fundraising, donor thank you messages, and nonprofit boards. Issue 209 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! If so, please let me know!

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JUNE 25, 2024

Here are some examples: Cross-team training Workshop or conference attendance Online courses Mentorship programs Book clubs or learning circles Have the managers at your organization discuss career paths and aspirations with each of their direct reports. There are many opportunities your organization can offer. Encourage work-life balance.

Indirect

Critical Fundraising

AUGUST 12, 2024

If you are fortunate in your professional development, you may find yourself in a conference session that both invigorates your thinking and inspires you to take a step you perhaps otherwise would not have considered possible. For example, we’ve only just begun to scratch the surface regarding the ethical use of AI in fundraising.

Ethics

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 31, 2024

One of the things I really like about AI tools such as ChatGPT is its emphasis on answers over results. For example, I entered the following prompt into ChatGPT: Searching only Selfishgiving.com, what is the author's opinion of the Engage for Good Conference (previously known as the Cause Marketing Forum Conference )?

ChatGPT

Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

I'm again excited to join the Corporate Partnerships Conference (CPC24) ! ???? And this is the only truly international conference on corporate partnerships. How to Use AI to Build Better Corporate Partnerships. This conference is wicked affordable. Corporate partnerships are everywhere now. THEY ARE INTERNATIONAL.

ChatGPT

Selfish Giving

AUGUST 16, 2023

Back in April, after using my newsletter to plug my presentation on case studies at the Engage for Good Conference in Atlanta, so many people pre-registered for my session that we ran out of room! This presentation will include all the goodies from my live presentation at the EFG conference in a slightly shorter one-hour format.

AI

HSF House

APRIL 18, 2024

In layman’s terms, we are using AI to tell the chemical difference between different salts just by looking at their patterns. Originally this first project was funded by NASA to create an AI that would be able to identify salts just by the pattern it creates as a dried drop.

AI

Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Key takeaways from the 2023 Philanthropy New Zealand Conference from Jo Garner , Ruth Button and Greta Buchanan. These graphics represent not just the messages from this session, but from the conference, overall. The amazing Drawing for Change by Jacqui Chan, capturing the conference themes perfectly!

Conference

Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

This tool can be used to chat or video conference with your team in one workspace. You can host a virtual conference for up to 100 participants with this resource. This platform can help you connect with your team no matter where you are. Microsoft Teams. FreeConference.

Nonprofit

Strategic Grants

JULY 9, 2024

When a statement such as ‘let’s get comfortable with discussing the topics and issues that make us uncomfortable’ is the precursor to day one of the Social Impact Summit, you know you’re in for a thought provoking and interesting conference! Will AI strengthen or strain social cohesion? What is your reason to exist beyond money?

Government

Allied Grant Writers

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Related Tip : Networking with foundation staff and attending webinars or conferences hosted by grant-makers can help you stand out in a crowded application process. Businesses developing new solutions in telemedicine, mental health, and AI-driven diagnostics have a competitive edge.

Funding

The NonProfit Times

MAY 15, 2024

The results were the subject of a joint presentation given at the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy conference in Orlando this past September. It’s not enough for chief philanthropy officers to be outstanding fundraisers and great managers.

Strategic Plan

Capital Campaign Pro

JULY 29, 2024

Recently, I was invited to give the keynote address at the AFP Advancement Northwest annual conference. The talk was called, The Future of Fundraising: Top Trends Impacting Nonprofit Leaders, Today and Tomorrow.

Fundraising

Critical Fundraising

AUGUST 12, 2024

Ever since that fateful conference session in 2015 when I first encountered Rogare, it has been a source of inspiration and motivation for me, even at times a source of inquisition as the work served to further enhance my critical thinking and ask question upon question about our profession and practice.”

Ethics

Selfish Giving

MAY 22, 2019

We realize not all of you will be at the Engage for Good Conference next week in Chicago to hear Karen and me deliver our truly epic (doesn't Karen look amazing with a beard???) She's also an outstanding person who goes out of her way to be helpful to the corporate partnership community. Karen and I want to answer your legal questions!

AI

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 28, 2024

Bonus Tip: Attend webinars and conferences related to nonprofit funding to gain insights directly from experts and network with potential funders. Our expert-led, AI-optimized course supports nonprofit and grant consulting professionals at all levels, including: Novice grant writers who are just starting and need a comprehensive guide.

Funding

Community Boost

MARCH 1, 2024

This isn’t just your typical conference—it’s a chance to think outside the box and explore fresh ideas to make your dreams a reality. Hosted by Community Boost, this summit is the premier event for nonprofit professionals looking to level up their marketing and fundraising game.

Nonprofit

Selfish Giving

APRIL 19, 2023

All this month I've been talking about the Engage for Good Conference in May. Two weeks ago, I talked about the conference and a special get-together I'm planning for people that sign up for the conference with this code: ???? AI can even help you write a good headline for your case study! ?? SGEFG ???? (

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