Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

If there’s one thing we’re most proud of, it’s the way we’re giving Not everyone has the time to write a Blue Avocado article. That’s why we’ve put some of Blue Avocado’s most popular articles from the past 15 years in the front of a new generation with Gold Avocado.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 17, 2025

Grant writer burnout is a widespread issue affecting nonprofit professionals worldwide. Burnout goes beyond mere tiredness. But what’s the single most significant contributor to this burnout, and more importantly, how can you effectively overcome it? It’s not just demanding, it’s downright draining.

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CauseVox

JUNE 24, 2025

In this article, we’ll explore what donor segmentation is, why it matters and how to get started with small, easy steps. That means more support, more donations, and less burnout for your donors (and you!) It involves grouping donors by similar traits so you can speak to them in a way that feels personal and timely.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

This Facebook help article for nonprofits shows you exactly how to get started with Facebook and Instagram ads to increase awareness of your organization and raise funds for your cause. By allocating just a few hours a week using the steps above, you’ll build a meaningful presence without burnout.

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CauseVox

JUNE 23, 2025

In this article, we’ll explore what donor segmentation is, why it matters and how to get started with small, easy steps. That means more support, more donations, and less burnout for your donors (and you!) It involves grouping donors by similar traits so you can speak to them in a way that feels personal and timely.

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Candid

JUNE 25, 2025

Whether your nonprofit is already building resilience by redefining key relationships, or just beginning to assess what’s needed to move forward, these articles—drawing on research and the insights of those with deep experience—should help you plan strategically. How cross-sector collaboration can create lasting change.

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Center for Major Gifts

APRIL 7, 2025

Staff burnout. If you still think your gala is the path to greatness, this article wasnt for you) or if you’d like to package this as a downloadable PDF one-pager for Philanthropy.org. Strategic Fundraising: Chess vs. Checkers Lets contrast two approaches: The School Carnival Method: Heavy on events, light on strategy.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 4, 2025

In todays climate, teams that qualify well can work more efficiently, avoid burnout, and create partnerships that deliver meaningful, long-term value. Every week, I comb through hundreds of articles to find the best reads for my newsletterand you. You cant afford to waste time on mismatched leads or broad prospect lists.

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The Fundraiser Coach

JUNE 9, 2025

The term came from a 1978 article, The Impostor Phenomenon in High Achieving Women: Dynamics and Therapeutic Intervention by Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes. ” When kids learn to ride, you often hear them say “Watch me!” ” Even as they wobble and veer side to side. So why do we feel imposter syndrome?

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Candid

MARCH 5, 2025

In this article, Ill share why nonprofits need three types of capitalfinancial, social, and psychologicalto survive and thrive in todays turbulent context, as well as how to cultivate each of them. To navigate the ongoing disruptions in the social sector, nonprofits need more than financial capital alone.

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Candid

MARCH 13, 2025

Addressing burnout and financial strain to support nonprofit workers and communities Nonprofit workers are struggling with burnout, work-life balance, and financial hardship, which affect both their well-being and organizational success. Why were all burned out and what to do about it. Success and wellness tips for Black fundraisers.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Article In Brief: The Problem: Nonprofit leaders’ desire to improve the future, and feeling of present inadequacy, can lead to burnout, anxiety, and depression. We have to realize we can’t do it alone.

Management

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Article In Brief: The Problem: The work grant professionals do is often not understood or comes with unrealistic expectations. The gap creates a mismatch between agency and staff and leads to burnout and turnover, both costly for nonprofits. The Context: Grants are the lifeblood for many nonprofits.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 28, 2024

Burnout and compassion fatigue are all too familiar in this sector. According to an article by Scientific American , “In fact, every relaxation, calming or meditation technique relies on breathing, which may be the lowest common denominator in all the approaches to calming the body and mind.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 12, 2024

Unfortunately, the grant writing field seems to be experiencing the same burnout and fatigue that is impacting other job sectors including education and healthcare. If you want to learn more about creative ways to fill grant writing positions or about what to look for in a grant writer, we have two articles that cover these topics in-depth.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 12, 2009

Stress and burnout are two big issues for fundraisers. There was a great article in Grassroots Fundraising Journal lately about handling burnout. Here are some tips from the article: 1. Do you have a tip to share with others to handle stress and burnout on the job? Tags: Inspiration burnout stress.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 1, 2023

GiveButter reported that burnout is affecting more than half of all nonprofit employees. If you’re torn, you’ll definitely want to read these before -and- after LinkedIn articles about a young fundraiser named Kathleen. If you’re considering quitting your nonprofit job, you’re not alone.

Nonprofit

Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

But experts warn that when people forget to take care of themselves in the process, it can lead to burnout, stress, poor health, and many other less-than-ideal outcomes. The Happy, Healthy Nonprofit: Strategies for Impact without Burnout by Beth Kanter and Aliza Sherman. Ruderman, Cathleen Clerkin, and Katya C.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Read our article to learn more. This article will explore some alternatives to hiring a full-time grant writer. Additionally, layering job roles can increase burnout. The top reasons for vacancies included salary competition (72%), budget constraints and insufficient funds (66%) and stress and burnout (50%).

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Blue Avocado

AUGUST 13, 2024

The problem of keeping qualified volunteers on your board moving into the officer positions so burnout doesn’t happen and your nonprofit is looking and moving forward with fresh new blood and ideas. The whole article smacked of devaluing the hard work and dedication of employees. I still get our agency’s monthly newsletter.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

You and your grantees are driven by a passion for your mission that sometimes leads to burnout. Use a text or link dashboard part to display GMS support links, how-to articles, policies and procedures, or even phone numbers and status pages for your GMS. Blackbaud University Instructor Chrissy Haskell also contributed to this article.

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CauseVox

MARCH 2, 2021

Although we probably won’t be able to stop having virtual meetings anytime soon, there are some steps you can take to help reduce the impact on their mental and physical health to prevent burnout. This also helps avoid staff burnout, because it prevents your staff from trying to complete work after hours. Check out a few ideas below.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 13, 2022

In September 2020 I penned an article entitled Battling Burnout as a Grant Professional where I shared several resources to help overcome the struggle. More than avoiding burnout, I want to continue to love this career of ours, and sometimes that means saying no to things, even if I’d love to do it. It was a lot, all at once.

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

The Idealist’s Survival Kit : 75 Simple Ways to Avoid Burnout by Alessandra Pigni. Please visit this knowledge base article, How can I access Candid’s eBook collection? , Compassion fatigue is real, and this book offers practical advice for taking care of yourself while also looking out for the wellbeing of others. Happy reading!

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Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Myth #4: You Have No Insightful Knowledge to Offer Grant burnout is REAL. Article Theme: Professionalism Competency #7: Knowledge of practices and services that raise the level of professionalism of grant developers Not sure what questions to ask? We’ve got you covered! No idea how many months the mentoring process will last?

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Strategic Grants

AUGUST 1, 2023

In this article, Ian Powell explores the question of whether there are genuine philanthropists beyond the super-rich.  The hub responds to research that shows that many leaders, staff and volunteers in the sector are experiencing stress, anxiety, overwhelm and burnout.

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Candid

MARCH 11, 2024

While interest in leadership declined among both BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color) and white respondents, this article will focus on trends and dynamics among BIPOC staff. These findings raise real concerns about the future of leadership in the sector.

Nonprofit

CauseVox

JULY 10, 2024

With issues like burnout and limited staff, she often found herself juggling multiple roles. Dani’s personal fundraising page) The platform’s user-friendly nature allowed the team to concentrate on fundraising instead of troubleshooting, which greatly reduced burnout and enhanced engagement with participants and donors.

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GiveSmart

AUGUST 12, 2024

Reduce burnout: When these departments help each other out, it can reduce strain on individual team members. By supporting each other, development and marketing team members can avoid harmful, unnecessary stress that can lead to burnout.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 11, 2024

The Benefits of AI to Major Gift Fundraisers Fundraising is an industry that faces high stress and burnout. Add to this indicators of affinity to give, including past giving patterns, social and professional affiliations, even social media behavior or news articles.

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GiveSmart

APRIL 24, 2024

Reduce burnout: When these departments help each other out, it can reduce strain on individual team members. By supporting each other, development and marketing team members can avoid harmful, unnecessary stress that can lead to burnout.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

What you’ll find in this article: What certifications should a grant writer have? The top reasons for vacancies: salary competition (72%), budget constraints and insufficient funds (66%) and stress and burnout (50%). Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates has worked with clients to win over $103 million in grant funding.

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Just Write Grants

MAY 17, 2024

A recent National Council of Nonprofits survey paints a concerning picture: "stress" and "burnout" are driving talented staff out the door. This article explores the "7 Pillars of Self-Care," offering practical tips designed to fit your busy schedule.

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Just Write Grants

APRIL 16, 2024

This article tackles these three common challenges head-on with practical tips for building a volunteer program and maintaining your sanity. Motivation and Engagement So now you know how to recruit and schedule your volunteers—how do you avoid burnout and keep those helping hands coming back for more?

Management

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Growing a nonprofit takes more than just passion: you also need creativity, persistence, and a handful of nonprofit leadership skills to guide your organization through the growth years and fulfill your mission. Without good leadership, everything falls apart.

Nonprofit

Blue Avocado

APRIL 23, 2024

The crux of this article is simple: Nonprofits must advance their mission by valuing their employees’ worth through fair compensation and benefits and by celebrating their worth. I have witnessed firsthand in our community the high turnover rates, burnout, and complete undervaluing of nonprofit employees.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Be sensitive to pandemic burnout. Read this article to learn how you can improve your approach to working alongside your volunteers. Matching volunteers to the right roles for their skills, interests, and schedule requirements not only keeps current volunteers happy. Bright Idea: Volunteer Fundraising 101.

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