Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 11, 2024

If you are a grant writer aiming to advance your grant writing career or a nonprofit leader striving to sustain your organization, this guide is for you. Attend Conferences Conferences are one of the most valuable tools for improving your grant writing skills. Conferences can: Introduce you to experts for in-depth discussions.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 12, 2010

The majority of calls I take on cause marketing are from budget-conscious small nonprofits raising anywhere from a few hundred thousand to a few million a year. What they all share is exactly the same question: what are some low-budget and easy ways I can get started with cause marketing? Here are five tips to get you going.

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Tony Martignetti

JULY 16, 2023

Misty McLaughlin & Alice Hendricks: 10 Easy Ways To Boost Your Fundraising On A Budget Misty McLaughlin and Alice Hendricks close our 2023 Nonprofit Technology Conference coverage, as they reveal how these two teams can avoid the common conflicts and tensions, to come together collaboratively.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Thanking donors is crucial for securing gifts—especially for small nonprofits trying to build a support base. By Logan Foote Building relationships is crucial for nonprofits to grow their impact. For small nonprofits in particular, these relationships are critical to growing and scaling your work to drive additional impact.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2025

When it comes to employee satisfaction in the nonprofit sector, the writing is on the wallnonprofits have the highest turnover rates of any industry. However, this doesnt mean nonprofit employees arent passionate about their work. Its on your nonprofits leaders to empower employees growth with clear development pathways.

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Wild Apricot

MARCH 24, 2009

In the current economy, obviously, every nonprofit organization has a pressing need to trim expenses and our group is no exception. Recently I’ve had a small role in helping to organize the annual conference.( read more ).

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Tech Soup

APRIL 23, 2013

When we launched the annual challenge four years ago, nonprofits and libraries were just picking up on the power of digital stories. Nowhere was this clearer than at the Nonprofit Technology Conference 2013 this April in snowy Minneapolis. Some common frameworks include the origin story and the hero's journey.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

One of the best ways to do that is to attend 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?

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 3, 2025

The world of grants is constantly evolving, reflecting changes in government policies, funding opportunities, and emerging trends in nonprofit management as well as in the societies we serve. Throughout this time, I have recognized how crucial ongoing professional development is in our field.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Nonprofit leaders, impact investors, and philanthropists from all over the world gathered in San Francisco's Fort Mason Center this week for SOCAP12. The theme of this year's conference is "Making Meaning Matter" with panels and discussions on community building and digital media. Create Documentaries for Your Cause.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Budgeting and Financial Reporting Accurate budgeting and financial reporting are vital components of grant writing. A detailed budget outlines how funds will be allocated and ensures transparency and accountability. Budget Component Description Direct Costs Expenses directly related to the project.

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Tech Soup

JULY 20, 2009

Want to build your IT leadership skills without a travel budget? Our friends at NTEN are launching a 2-day virtual conference for nonprofit IT leaders. I think there's a big need for a "mini-MBA" for nonprofit chief information officers (CIOs), particularly those who came up through the ranks. I'm thrilled to see this.

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Greater Giving

JULY 5, 2024

Tips for How to Choose To maximize attendance and engagement at your next nonprofit event, you need to choose the best event format for your audience. In this guide, we’ll walk through common event formats and considerations to help your nonprofit plan events that supporters will want to attend again and again.

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Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

Because nonprofits depend on donations, they’re often stretched thin for resources. Luckily, there are plenty of free nonprofit resources online for your organization to take advantage of. How to use educational resources for your nonprofit There are a few major benefits to utilizing free nonprofit resources to their full potential.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 2, 2012

Are you headed to San Francisco this week for the Nonprofit Technology Conference ? 12NTC is the go-to event every year for nonprofit professionals who work on technology, communications, or guide their organizations in tech decisions. "The Online Nonprofit Technology Conference will let you connect with.

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Gail Perry Group

MAY 8, 2025

Budgets are vanishing, yet community needs keep piling up. At the recent ICON conference, Gail Perry Group President and Founder Gail Perry and Chief Operating Officer Cassie Rice dug into what actually works when talking to elected officials. Too many nonprofits are feeling the squeeze. Yet - community needs remain sky-high.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 23, 2012

Jan Masaoka's California Nonprofit Policy Convention is far from conventional. "This is a different kind of conference," says Masaoka, California Association of Nonprofits CEO. congressional district, will deliver the keynote address on how nonprofits and government need to work.

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Qgiv

MARCH 19, 2024

The backbone of sustainability for nonprofits often falls on the generosity of donors! There are many donor appreciation event ideas that you can take advantage of no matter what your budget is. Why should nonprofits host donor appreciation events? Here are some ideas for small, medium, and large budgets.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Just about every nonprofit made major changes in 2020. Like a balloon that you inflate and let the air escape from, your nonprofit isn’t going to look the same after. Marketing, facilities, budgeting, management, and everything else has changed, too—if not how you did them, then who accomplished the tasks, and where.

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DoJiggy

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The notion that two heads are better than one couldn’t be more appropriate when discussing nonprofit collaboration. Nonprofit collaboration encourages organizations to come together and leverage each other’s strengths to make a greater difference. Partnering with nonprofits is commonplace and advantageous for everyone involved.

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Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

The force of purpose was strong at this year's conference! What can small businesses and nonprofits learn from Upstanders ? What's the takeaway for an organization that has the desire but not the unlimited budget and resources? How could nonprofits "Causejack" Upstanders ? What were the key takeaways from CMW?

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Grant Writer Team

MAY 23, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, most established businesses and nonprofits hire professional grant writers to get the funding they need. Businesses and nonprofits need grant writers who are versatile enough to handle any proposal. Budget: Your writer needs full access to your books in most cases. So, what’s all the hubbub?

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Tech Soup

MARCH 23, 2015

I was lucky enough to attend this year's Nonprofit Technology Conference in Austin, Texas. One of the most interesting sessions was on mobile apps for nonprofits. Clearly, apps work for some nonprofits, so how do you determine whether an app would be right for yours? What Makes an App a Good Idea? . More Resources.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 3, 2008

Online seminars can offer an affordable option for professional training, ideally suited to nonprofits who don't have the travel budget to send staff and volunteers to major conferences and workshops.( read more )

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Samuels is what nonprofits often refer to as an "accidental techie." To understand if moving some of the organization's core systems to the cloud would be a feasible alternative, he attended a free consultation with Tech Impact's Linda Widdop at the 2014 Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC). spanhidden.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 21, 2024

In the realm of nonprofit organizations, securing funding is a crucial aspect of sustaining and expanding the impact of their missions. For religiously affiliated nonprofits, this task can be both a unique opportunity and a distinct challenge. Outline a Detailed Budget Provide a clear and detailed budget for your project.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 29, 2015

Think of the words "overhead" and "nonprofits" and what comes to mind? If the nonprofit sector is going to change the conversation about overhead, the sector first needs to foster a more honest discussion about responsible accounting. " Accounting Resources for Nonprofits. For example, Ms.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

I have a lot of opinions about nonprofits and how nonprofit staff should be treated (I know, big surprise!). After all, it’s the people who make or break a nonprofit organization. How are they supposed to learn about the latest trends and techniques if they don’t attend conferences or attend association meetings.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 25, 2024

But like the rest of the nonprofit world, you face unique challenges when it comes to retaining employees, ranging from tight compensation budgets to work-balance issues. In this guide, we’ll explore four ideas to help you boost employee retention at your organization. There are many opportunities your organization can offer.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 5, 2012

Streamline the registration and payment processes for your organization’s events, conferences, and classes with cloud-based services from the Acteva Donation Program. Acteva services can also be used to set up pages for your nonprofit or library to accept donations. Conferences. Create Donation Pages as Well.

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Candid

AUGUST 9, 2023

Louis recently used Candid’s data to explore the link between nonprofit mission statements and fundraising efforts. Brad uses Candid data to better understand the scope and scale of religious organizations in the nonprofit sector. nonprofits. For example, Sarah Wiley, a DBA candidate at the University of Missouri, St.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

Last week The Center for Information Technology Research In the Interest of Society ( CITRIS ) held a day-long conference entitled " Can Open Data Improve Democratic Governance." One panel in particular explored how nonprofits working in this space have leveraged data to advocate for and deliver on their mission.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

Nonprofit leaders are busy and stretched too thin, but carving out room to encourage growth and development is worthwhile to keep your go-getters motivated and to nurture those who will one day become your leaders and propel your organization forward — hello succession planning. That’s the growth mindset. McKinsey & Company.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MAY 13, 2025

Schools often face budget constraints, and fundraising can provide critical supplies, updated medical equipment, and professional development for nurses. Like many areas within schools, school nurse offices often face budget constraints. Beyond cards and heartfelt thank-yous (which are essential!),

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Considering that most nonprofits seeking grant funding have limited budgets, it is vital to their fundraising goals to ensure that they are utilizing their resources as efficiently as possible to ensure their best possible chances of success. The RFP identifies the best candidates to apply for a grant. And the best part?

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 1, 2012

This post was written by Ritu Sharma, co-founder and executive director of Social Media for Nonprofits. Read on for social media tips and learn how to access a special discount for TechSoup readers their upcoming conference in Washington, DC on October 5 and other cities around the world. Timing Is Everything.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 10, 2024

Many nonprofit organizations struggle with managing restricted funds in an accounting system built for businesses, not nonprofits. For example, one program director wants to take advantage of an upcoming conference that wasn’t originally in the budget.

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