Blackbaud

JULY 2, 2025

Initially published in Reevaluating Practice: Rewriting the Rules of Philanthropy , Edward W. Borealis emphasizes transparency, especially when integrating tech and AI tools into reporting. Then, they try to skip over the discomfort, thinking that by ignoring it, we can form a trusting relationship. Hazen Foundation.

Burnout

Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 29, 2025

Trends to watchinclude: AI-Powered Tools : Platforms like ours will use AI to optimize product recommendations and donor outreach. Originally published at [link]. Online fundraisers eliminate logistics. The Future of School Fundraising School fundraising is becoming more digital, inclusive, and creative as we look ahead.

Fundraising

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

GrantForward: Personalized Grant Matching Based on Research Interests GrantForward stands out with its AI-driven personalization features built specifically for academic researchers. Libraries throughout the country provide free access to FDO, which helps researchers with limited resources.

Grants

Bonterra

JULY 3, 2025

Bonterra EveryAction Best for: All-in-one nonprofit CRM Bonterra EveryAction is an all-in-one nonprofit CRM that combines AI and automation to streamline events end to end. The simple to use, customizable event builder allows you to create, publish, and share events exactly how you want — no coding or tech savvy required.

Software

Wild Apricot

JUNE 24, 2025

You can plan out a week or month of content, set it to publish at the right times and track which posts get the most engagement. It supports team collaboration and includes tools like a content library and AI-assisted post writing. Pricing : Free plan available for basic use. Paid plans start at $5/month per social channel.

CRM

Blackbaud

JULY 28, 2025

Some topics we’ll explore include: AI is Hot, Lawsuits Are Not Embracing the Next Generation Workforce Navigating Financial Uncertainty The 2025 bbcon agenda is packed with solutions tailored to K–12 needs, offering tools to streamline operations and enhance student success.

Education

Selfish Giving

MARCH 5, 2025

Does a partnership newsletter need to be a team effort, or can an individual team member successfully publish their own? - What type of person is best suited for publishing a newsletter, and how do they differ from other salespeople? - So, who is best suited for publishing a newsletter? Washington, D.C.

Publishing

Pamela Grow

MARCH 6, 2024

Only to be interrupted by a notification on your phone for a new *free* webinar promising the latest in fundraising innovation (probably something AI-related). And she publishes a bi-weekly newsletter that I never miss (and never fail to learn a thing or two from). and publishes his blog at Queer Ideas. PamelaGrow.com.

Publishing

Clairification

JANUARY 26, 2023

“Overconfidence and AI Human beings are often more effective when we’re a bit self-effacing. “I And I’m sure you’ve been hearing a lot about AI, ChatGPT, and what this all means for you and your nonprofit moving forward. I published an article on this topic earlier this week, and I love what Seth Godin has to say here.

IT

Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

AI and the growth of subpar supporter communications Nonprofits embraced AI in 2023. Unfortunately, many welcomed AI as a means of “getting out of writing.” I predict that as the AI writing apps proliferate, donor communications will become even worse than they already are. That said, AI is already here.

AI

The NonProfit Times

MAY 20, 2024

By Marie Webb We all woke up one morning to the possibility of chatting with our computers to access information, and generative AI suddenly seemed to be everywhere, ushering in a transformative experience. AI is now a core part of Microsoft’s suite. from Open AI, and (as mentioned above) Gemini from Google. AI can assist.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

This includes AI-driven financial decisions, health-tech solutions based on incomplete data, and the use of digital surveillance against communities that already distrust law enforcement and government agencies.

AI

Pamela Grow

JANUARY 22, 2025

Theres a scene where Neo discovers that most of the population is asleep in pods where they are being used like a battery by the sentient AI that put them there. Far too many nonprofits welcomed AI as a means of getting out of writing. I ask, too, how can we continue to ignore the blatant racism and misogyny inherent in AI?

AI

Tom Ahern

JULY 6, 2023

File under: "Artificial Intelligence and me" Dear Diary: My first date with AI ( Later that same night : Dear Diary, I'm definitely going on a second date!) Then I took AI out for a test drive (results shown below). Pros: AI is insanely fast. Entry-level AI costs your charity nothing. Color me: mildly skeptical.

AI

Grants4Good

MAY 30, 2023

Fast forward almost 30 years later and the questions are the same, this time referring to AI or artificial intelligence, and ChatGPT. We’ve all benefited from AI for decades. That’s just one example of AI in use. AI has been around since the 1950’s when Alan Turing published his paper, Computing Machinery and Intelligence.

ChatGPT

Critical Fundraising

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Type Ai – disintermediation of traditional charities by a different entity, e.g. a microlending site such as Kiva. Type Ai – individuals set up crowdfunding appeals to help specific, named individuals though sites such as GoFundMe. Full details of this new work stream will be announced shortly.

Ethics

Candid

AUGUST 26, 2024

Every day, social sector organizations publish reports, case studies, surveys, toolkits, and more to share the knowledge they’ve gained through the work they do. Here are just a few of the most popular resources published in 2024. This report offers an early perspective on the state of data and AI adoption among foundations in Europe.

AI

Candid

JUNE 18, 2024

Among the innovative thought leaders we’ve recently published are women and women of color, including Dr. Akilah Watkins and Kathleen P. By amplifying their views and real-world experiences, we’ll help ensure a broader, more equitable array of perspectives are included in crucial conversations about the sector’s work.

Nonprofit

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

Peak Proposals

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Google Bard’s Suggestions for Using Google to Find Grant Opportunities In addition to the strategies above, you can also ask for help from Google’s new AI assistant, Bard , to see what suggestions it has to direct you to correct content on Google. AI doesn’t always produce correct or helpful information.

Grants

Qgiv

MARCH 14, 2023

Donor Retention Donor retention as a metric has gained traction since 2001 when Adrian Sargeant published the first academic research on the financial impact of increased donor retention. They are: Donor retention Leveraging technology Economic uncertainty Fundraising events Donor communication and engagement 1.

Nonprofit

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Fundraise Up | AI-driven nonprofit software Fundraise Up is a fundraising platform designed to optimize fundraising efforts for nonprofits using AI. With its range of tools for scheduling, publishing, and analyzing content, Buffer enables you to connect with supporters and enhance your online engagement.

Software

GrantNews

JULY 10, 2024

The website also boasts GrantNews , and fresh, engaging articles publish every day. She also touches on the role of AI in the future of grant writing. In addition, her new podcast, GrantTalk features interviews with funding sources and grant recipients.

Grant Writing

CauseVox

APRIL 17, 2022

When using mobile editing apps and tools don’t forget to take note of the file size and ensure that the quality of your logo still remains high for publishing on desktop sites. Lumina is a desktop application (Mac and PC) that ties in traditional image editing with AI technologies. It’s free, similar to Canva.

Applicant

Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

This resource helps draft and publish your social media posts. This AI-powered tool assists in generating natural language text, helping streamline content creation processes—including generating ad copy—and enhancing communication effectiveness. By using these platforms, you can optimize your social media marketing strategy.

Nonprofit

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. A benefit of ChatGPT is I can ask it to limit its search for answers to the content published on Selfish Giving. When I type a question into Google, I get a bunch of articles I then have to read through. ?‍?

ChatGPT

DoJiggy

MARCH 26, 2024

Eventbrite is free for organizers to publish events with up to 25 tickets only. Enhanced Attendee Engagement: Features AI-driven networking and gamification. They offer a flexible pricing model for event organizers based on the size and frequency of events. Monthly subscriptions start at $29, for groups that host frequent events.

Software

Qgiv

JUNE 27, 2023

Use AI to help your team write different communication templates for your campaigns. Establish your organization’s authority by publishing fact-based articles and expert advice about your cause and the solutions you provide. Personalize your marketing communications by using technology to address your donors by name.

Nonprofit

Planned Giving

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Summary AI might look enticing, but when you strip away all the hype it’s a ticking time bomb. AI-created content has created some serious problems for its early adopters. These days it seems like AI is everything, everywhere, all at once. Do you really want to lose donations over an easier way to write a caption?

AI

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 19, 2023

Others are highlighting their use of artificial intelligence (AI). Practically speaking, the earlier epiphanies are the most useful. For us, epiphanies often result from a collision between two entirely separate branches of knowledge. All of this is taking the right approach.

Grants

Blue Avocado

JULY 23, 2024

Appropriately authored by Paula Golden and originally published in 2018, this Gold Avocado article explains how nonprofits can better engage potential donors by taking the time to consider and articulate how supporting the mission benefits them, too. You may also wonder about AI. Lastly, take heart.

AI

Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The philanthropic sector is increasingly recognizing the potential of AI technology to enhance transparency, efficiency, and data-driven decision making. For small-to-midsize foundations, embracing AI can enhance more effective grantmaking practices. Here are a few key takeaways about trust-based philanthropy and AI adoption: 1.

AI

Candid

JANUARY 2, 2025

Candids Issue Lab is an open-access library dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing reports, case studies, surveys, and toolkits published by social sector organizations. Data Science, AI and Data Philanthropy in Foundations: On the Path to Maturity by Philea and Fondazione Compagnia di San Paolo.

AI

Planned Giving

MAY 10, 2025

Originally published September 14, 2010. Dont publish filler just because someone told you to. Spontaneity Is the New Authority Forget keyword-stuffed fluff.Forget autopilot posts churned out by AI with all the soul of a toaster manual. And heres the part too many nonprofits are missing right now: AI alone wont save your blog.

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