Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

I had many moments when I was on the edge of burnout doing my part to move the mission forward. Across the sector, burnout and its consequences are widespread. According to the Well-being Project , changemakers experience high levels of burnout, stress, depression, chronic illness, and weak personal relationships.

Burnout

Blackbaud

JUNE 11, 2025

Embracing the future of fundraising—using AI tools to sharpen your engagement strategies, pinpoint high-potential donors, and reduce staff burnout—can give you the edge you need to weather uncertain times. The post How Savvy Organizations Weather Uncertain Times first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

Finance

Blackbaud

JULY 2, 2025

According to the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s State of Nonprofits 2025 report , over 90 percent of nonprofit leaders cite political and economic instability as a barrier to advancing their mission, and nearly as many report staff burnout as a significant challenge. Without clarity, these tools can reinforce harm.

Burnout

Blackbaud

APRIL 14, 2025

As funders, youve probably worked with nonprofit organizations with staff nearing burnout, sending reports when they are supposed to be on vacation and completing applications when most people would be asleep. Philanthropy is known for stretched dollars and thin margins so one more meal can be served and one more person can get support.

Grant Management

Blackbaud

MAY 12, 2025

It can also lead to burnout among finance professionals who are constantly chasing approvals and updates instead of working on strategic projects. The post How to Overcome Common Challenges in Your Nonprofit Budget Approval Process first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

Budget

Community Boost

JUNE 27, 2025

In this blog, we’ll break down: The difference between reporting and actionable insight How to make donor data more usable (without needing a data analyst) And how the right tools can guide you to real action Data vs. You see a recurring donor’s payment failed → You follow up before it becomes a long-term lapse. You need clarity.

Burnout

Blackbaud

AUGUST 4, 2025

It can provide insights into whether your organization is scaling too quickly, causing you to eat into your margins, or running too lean, potentially causing burnout among your staff. The post 12 Top Financial Metrics Nonprofits Need to Know first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

Metrics

Blackbaud

JULY 2, 2025

Avoid burnout with more time to focus on meaningful work According to the 2024 Accounts Payable Career Satisfaction report by the Institute of Finance Management (IOFM), 78% of Accounts Payable professionals believe that automation will have a positive long-term impact on their role.

Finance

Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 22, 2025

Beyond Fundraising: Building Community Through SchoolEvents Blog Summary: School fundraising is more than just collecting donations-its an opportunity to bring together students, parents, teachers, and local businesses to create lasting memories and a sense of belonging. Volunteer Burnout Recruiting and retaining volunteers can be tough.

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JULY 23, 2025

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Award

Blackbaud

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Prevent burnout by scheduling volunteers in shifts of two or four hours. The post 10 Tips for Managing Crisis Volunteers in Natural Disasters first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. It is best to expect zero cell reception in a disaster zone. Schedule Shift Work Disaster work is complex and intense.

Management

Blackbaud

JANUARY 8, 2025

Finally, staff burnout and unrealistic expectations remain persistent issues. They also bear the brunt of executing poorly planned ideas, further intensifying stress and burnout within already stretched teams. The post How Grantmakers Can Turn Uncertainty into Growth and Innovation first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

Burnout

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 4, 2024

If you don’t plan for time commitment and keep an eye on burnout, you run the risk of losing significant ground trying to implement new technology. 4 Change Management Tips for Small Nonprofits first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud. The post Adopting a New CRM?

CRM

Blackbaud

JULY 17, 2025

This often forces people to skip breaks and sacrifice work–life balance, leading straight to burnout. first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud. Overloaded Key Staff If your star performers are juggling every critical task, you’ve created single points of failure. One sick day or vacation can send the whole office into a spin.

Finance

Center for Effective Philanthropy

AUGUST 15, 2024

Among the findings of Center for Effective Philanthropy’s State of Nonprofits 2024: What Funders Need to Know, was a striking statistic: 95 percent of nonprofit leaders who responded to CEP’s survey […] The post Burnout and Well-Being in Grantee Organizations: A CEP Blog Series appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy. (..)

Burnout

Qgiv

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

If you feel stuck, like your donors shouldn’t be bothered with your organization’s needs right now, or you just have less energy for work-related tasks, you’re probably experiencing nonprofit burnout and/or compassion fatigue. Keep reading to discover 5 ways to reduce compassion fatigue and nonprofit burnout! Practice Mindfulness.

Burnout

Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2023

To celebrate you, our amazing community of readers, we look back at the Candid blogs that resonated the most with you this year. We hope you enjoy rediscovering and reflecting on the 10 most-read Candid blogs of 2023. If you want to boost your nonprofit’s discoverability online, this blog on Google Ad Grants is a worthwhile read.

Burnout

Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 6, 2024

Actually, burnout has been around for a long while, recognized in the healthcare and social service industries. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes burnout as an occupational phenomenon (though it’s not recognized as a medical condition). That’s another buzzword like quiet quitting or hustle culture , right? YOU matter!

Burnout

Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 28, 2024

Burnout and compassion fatigue are all too familiar in this sector. Researching the ills of the world and writing arguments for necessary changes can sit heavily in our minds and bodies, especially when we feel the weight of expectations to bring needed money in the door. Stress, fear, anxiety, sadness, frustration, etc.

Burnout

Future Fundraising Now

JULY 1, 2024

Here are the 5 most-read Future Fundraising Now blog posts in the month of June: 5 serious fundraising mistakes that you might be making Good fundraising is much more than well-written copy The dark secret of “churn-and-burn” fundraising How to prevent donor burnout Does your fundraising mean anything at all to your donors?

Burnout

Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2024

AI Is Your Ally in Preventing Burnout It’s no secret that nonprofit professionals suffer from burnout more than any other industry. The Chronicle of Philanthropy found that burnout and limited staff support has almost half of fundraisers eyeing the door, with 28% planning to leave the profession altogether. It’s possible.

AI

Candid

APRIL 17, 2024

But in the wake of the pandemic, the “Great Resignation,” and waves of burnout , more nonprofits may be adopting co-leadership models as they experiment with new ways of working, sharing power, centering BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) leaders, and planning for succession. appeared first on Candid Blog.

Burnout

Blackbaud

JUNE 17, 2024

Many cite burnout as the primary reason they are leaving the teaching profession, and in response, schools are trying to pivot and focus on the well-being of their faculty and students. To begin, let’s listen to what teachers say is causing their burnout. Only then can we address the issue.

Burnout

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.

Burnout

Greater Giving

MARCH 30, 2022

Here are five simple tips you can do every day that won’t cost a dime to maintain healthy habits and avoid burnout. As we face record burnout and work-related anxiety, it’s more important than ever to maintain your most important asset—your health! Micro-breaks throughout the day. Work is important, but health and balance are, too.

Burnout

Candid

MARCH 7, 2024

In fact, another trend in the nonprofit sector (and elsewhere) is burnout. Photo credit: Ketut Subiyanto via pexels The post Setting work-life boundaries when working from home appeared first on Candid Blog. Moreover, the absence of a daily commute can give you hours back each week.

Burnout

Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Improving the Employee Experience   One of the most pressing concerns for nonprofits is avoiding burnout and attracting and retaining employees. This blog post was co-authored by Megan Bierwirth with Forvis Mazars. Nonprofits are rarely going to be able to provide compensation that matches their for-profit counterparts.

Finance

Candid

MAY 16, 2024

In contrast, majority BIPOC-led organizations may be forced to try to do more with less, which in the long term not only leads to burnout but can prevent them from being able to reach their full potential.” nonprofit sector demographics appeared first on Candid Blog. The post What to know about U.S.

Demographics

Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In this blog, we’ll look at ways to address donor fatigue and keep your donors engaged year-round. And while end-of-year fundraising is important for many nonprofits, keep in mind, donor fatigue and burnout can happen any time of year. You’re susceptible to burnout too, so don’t neglect your own needs while caring for others.

Burnout

Soapbox Exchange

APRIL 21, 2025

Without proper support, your employees may experience health issues and even burnout. On top of needing to wear many hats, you must also power through periods of high workload and stress, such as the year-end fundraising rush. This, in turn, leads to dissatisfaction, higher absenteeism, and low engagement.

Burnout

Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

Declining fundraising results aren’t the consequence of an increasingly unphilanthropic culture—it’s a result of professional burnout and unsustainable fundraising practices. Donors are dedicated to the causes they support, and even in the face of rising costs, prioritize charitable giving above other spending,” said Todd Baylis, Qgiv CEO.

Burnout

Candid

JANUARY 10, 2024

Research has found that doing this daily for three weeks cultivates happiness, well-being, and life satisfaction and can reduce stress, anxiety, and burnout. appeared first on Candid Blog. Second, reflecting on why it went well and the role you played can help you discover your agency in bringing more good things into your life.

IT

Blackbaud

JULY 24, 2024

I am an introvert and the queen of social burnout, so I actually schedule break time in. The post Maximizing Your bbcon Experience: Tips from a Seasoned Attendee first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. It’s OK to take a break, go back to your hotel room and take a nap, or curl up in a corner with a cup of tea and a book for a bit.

Conference

Candid

MAY 31, 2023

The Idealist’s Survival Kit : 75 Simple Ways to Avoid Burnout by Alessandra Pigni. The post 16 free nonprofit books for your summer reading list appeared first on Candid Blog. Compassion fatigue is real, and this book offers practical advice for taking care of yourself while also looking out for the wellbeing of others.

Nonprofit

Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Yet using AI adoption primarily to maximize time and cost efficiency will only exacerbate the burnout crisis in the sector. Photo credit: gorodenkoff via Getty Images The post Beyond efficiency: A human-first AI adoption strategy appeared first on Candid Blog.

AI

Grants Plus

OCTOBER 20, 2023

CEO of a human services nonprofit Prevent employee burnout Nonprofit leaders may try shifting staff with no or limited grants experience i nto the grant seeking role s , piling grant deadlines on an already-full plate. Avoid stagnation Don’t allow staff shortages or turnover to stall your grant seeking progress.

Grants

Blackbaud

AUGUST 14, 2024

As a former Head of School, I know that parents can be complicated and time consuming to manage, and that management can lead to burnout. Free Resource The Art and Science of Running a Streamlined Student and Parent Experience Download now The post Cultivating Empathy in School-Parent Communications first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

Management