Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

You and your grantees are driven by a passion for your mission that sometimes leads to burnout. This document will help new team members absorb your unique grantmaking process and keep everyone on the same page. Here is a document that outlines the different security roles available in the system. Blackbaud Grantmaking user?

Policy 108

Policy Policies Training Management 108

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Taking a break from work gives your brain the chance to reset and recharge, and this is essential to avoiding burnout and staying productive all year long. Fundraising is a high-turnover field and burnout is a key reason. Pull together grant documents that will be due soon after you return. Return emails. Make website updates.

IT 133

IT Fundraising Burnout Calendar 133

Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Whether you use a video series, short informational document, or one-on-one training, it’s essential to provide new hires with the resources they need to be successful. Provide relevant training and resources. Let’s say a new hire is not performing to the level expected but is still early on in their role.

Nonprofit 130

Nonprofit Retainer Training Burnout 130

Pamela Grow

MARCH 14, 2024

Whether you use a video series, short informational document, or one-on-one training, it’s essential to provide new hires with the resources they need to be successful. Provide relevant training and resources. Let’s say a new hire is not performing to the level expected but is still early on in their role.

Nonprofit 130

Nonprofit Retainer Training Burnout 130

Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Yet using AI adoption primarily to maximize time and cost efficiency will only exacerbate the burnout crisis in the sector. Nonprofit leaders could use them to have staff do the same tasks they’ve always done, just faster, or shift jobs from full-time work to part-time or contract work.

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AI ChatGPT Burnout Mentor 98

HSF House

JUNE 10, 2024

I had to make changes to my document several times, as well as re-think several aspects of my project to create a better experiment. I would think I created a solid document, and then realize it was not even close to being done. I also believe that burnout is a very real problem, and with projects like these it can become prevalent.

Burnout 52

Burnout Mentor Goals IT 52

The Fundraising Coach

MARCH 13, 2023

But in the age of burnout and endless Excel sheets…how do you efficiently utilize data to guide you toward the right decisions? Most likely, you’ve been keeping track of: Documenting past successes Learning points from past shortcomings Member and prospect profiles These three points are the cornerstone of any data-driven organization.

Software 59

Software Nonprofit Burnout Demographics 59

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Prior to the Good Samaritan Act, many corporations felt they could face liability for donating food, and people who salvaged it without documented donation could face prosecution. Starting and growing locally will allow you to hone your skills and best practices while minimizing burnout. Lesson 6: Build your community.

Lobbying 105

Lobbying Nonprofit Liability Pass-Through 105

Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

I’ve started so many first drafts in my career as a teacher of writing and as a professional writer that it’s relatively low effort to open a blank document and start typing. On the other hand, tasks that might take other people quite a bit of willpower are relatively easy for me.

Management 52

Management Grant Writing AI Grants 52

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. Spending time in nature has a well-documented calming effect. Running a nonprofit is a marathon fueled by passion and purpose. Pillar 5: Spiritual Self-Care What drives you?

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Burnout Calendar Readiness 52

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 25, 2024

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. Your Endowment Agreement could be part of your IPS, but it’s typically added as an addendum to your IPS as a separate agreement.

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Nonprofit Funding Burnout 52

Bonterra

APRIL 11, 2024

Platinum Support Connect more effectively with supporters and reduce the time and money your nonprofit spends on repetitive tasks causing staff stress and burnout by working with a dedicated expert who will examine processes and train your team into platform power users. Unlock more of your nonprofit’s digital fundraising potential.

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Retainer Template Management 52

Tech Soup

JUNE 10, 2016

And, most importantly, they were able to reduce the numbers of nights and weekends their staff worked and prevent burnout. Once you figure out the best data source or methodology, make sure you document it. But after a few weeks of digging into their data, they discovered what events worked well and what events they could skip.

Fundraising 37

Fundraising Burnout Demographics Training 37

Tech Soup

JUNE 10, 2016

And, most importantly, they were able to reduce the numbers of nights and weekends their staff worked and prevent burnout. Once you figure out the best data source or methodology, make sure you document it. But after a few weeks of digging into their data, they discovered what events worked well and what events they could skip.

Fundraising 36

Fundraising Burnout Demographics Training 36

Blackbaud

MAY 12, 2025

Inconsistent Updates: When updates to the budget are not consistently communicated and documented, your team may inadvertently use outdated information for decision-making. It can also lead to burnout among finance professionals who are constantly chasing approvals and updates instead of working on strategic projects.

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Budget Nonprofit Training Goals 93

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Here are four ways automation can improve your AP processes, help prevent accounting staff burnout, and save your team time. AP automation simplifies the onboarding process for new staff members, because there are fewer steps to learn, and processes are clearly documented.

Finance 92

Finance Burnout Management Readiness 92

Just Write Grants

JANUARY 16, 2025

It helps you keep track of all upcoming opportunities, including submission deadlines, internal review periods, and any required documentation. Avoid BurnoutPace Yourself Grant writing can be intense, and rushing to meet deadlines can lead to burnout. Trello , Asana ) to set reminders for each deadline.

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Proposal Grants Grant Grants Calendar 52