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The most read Candid insights articles in 2024: Fundraising, AI, and diversity 

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Is your nonprofit organization grant-ready? According to the authors of The Smart Nonprofit: Staying Human-Centered in an Age of AI, the human risks of over-reliance on AI tools for time and cost efficiency include exacerbating the burnout crisis and eroding internal collaboration and communication. by Lori Guidry, Candid.

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4 Common Event Planning Challenges + How to Solve Them

The Fundraising Coach

Limited Staffing and Volunteer Burnout Nonprofits often operate with small teams and depend heavily on volunteers to bring their events to life. While volunteers are invaluable, relying too much on them can lead to burnout, reduced productivity, and even event-day mishaps. Group discounts can also inspire more people to attend.

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Nonprofit Grant Strategy: Recalibrate for Year-End Success

Grant Writing Made Easy

Update DEI framing and metrics Many funders expect clear demographic data and transparent discussion of equity efforts. Tip: Keep two or three versions of each proposal section tailored to different types of funders so you’re ready to respond quickly and appropriately. Ready to Level Up Your Nonprofit Grant Strategy?

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What If You Never Had to Start a Grant from Scratch Again?

Grant Writing Made Easy

Why Starting From Scratch Hurts Your Grant Writing Constantly writing grants from scratch is more than tedious; it actively contributes to burnout and cognitive overload. It’s a living, searchable archive of every boilerplate document you need for grant applications, from budgets to board rosters to staff demographics.

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Building Community Through School Fundraising Events | Big Fundraising Ideas

Big Fundraising Ideas

Consider the demographics of your school community, including age groups, cultural backgrounds, and financial circumstances. Volunteer Burnout Recruiting and retaining volunteers can be tough. To prevent burnout, delegate tasks clearly and offer flexible roles. Ready to start planning?

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Volunteer Management & Retention Best Practices for Nonprofits

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From recruitment to training to stewardship, volunteer management helps your organization keep an effective and devoted staff of volunteers ready to aid your nonprofit with events, daily tasks, marketing, and more. Here are some of the most common reasons for low volunteer retention: Burnout.

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Fuel Your Fundraising Long-Term with Nonprofit Endowments

Get Fully Funded

If your nonprofit’s team is facing fundraising burnout , you’re likely looking for low-lift fundraising opportunities that don’t require as much time or effort to secure necessary funding. How to create an endowment and accept endowment gifts Ready to start boosting your financial sustainability with endowments?