Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Fundraising burnout is real and it’s killing too many small nonprofits. Because whether you see it or not; whether you admit it or not; whether you want to accept it or not; you’re headed for (or already in the midst of) burnout. Avoiding Fundraising Burnout Starts With YOU! What Exactly is Burnout? I KNOW you.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Burnout sneaks in when you treat recovery like a reward instead of a requirement. Here are eight practical, sanity-saving strategies that seasoned grant pros are using to stay sharp, stay sane, and keep delivering resultswithout burning out. What do you not do next? Jump into another one the next morning. Recovery isnt optionalits oxygen.

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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.

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The Fundraiser Coach

JANUARY 20, 2025

Burnout: Overworked fundraisers may deprioritize stewardship amidst competing demands. Sometimes without even realizing it, fundraisers stop staying in touch with the donor, leaving the donor feeling unappreciated and disconnected from the mission they just supported. Now I'm moving on.” It omits avenues for relationship building.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Advocating from a position of exhaustion and stress will only exacerbate those feelings, leading to burnout. If you’re suffering from chronic burnout or lack of support, it may be time to step away. Advocate for unrestricted funding Black-led organizations often operate with limited resources.

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The Fundraiser Coach

JUNE 9, 2025

Ever thought about who doesn’t feel imposter syndrome? It’s a kid learning to ride a bike. I remember clearly when my daughter was learning. First we started with training wheels. She was wobbly, unsure, and still figuring it out. AND she was proud of her effort. She had one goal in mind: to ride by herself. You’re growing.

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re:Charity

JULY 23, 2024

The post Case Manager Burnout: Latest Statistics & How to Fight It appeared first on re: charity. Whether you work with children, underserved populations, healthcare patients, or others in need, case management is a highly rewarding job. Case managers often get to know their clients personally as they work.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 30, 2022

Additionally, it can prevent burnout among employees by allowing technology to help nonprofits to be human-centered. “Smart technology,” also known as artificial intelligence and advanced digital technologies, isn’t set out to replace people, but allow people to do what they do best.

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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?

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 14, 2025

Mulindwa William from the Mmanze Centre for Rural Development and Training Challenges can include burnout and being unable to compete with the pay and benefits for-profits can offer. A lack of clear growth opportunities, burnout, or mismatched expectations can lead to higher turnover.

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GiveSmart

JULY 23, 2024

Burnout is a familiar concept in many industries, but the nonprofit sector must contend with burnout in a uniquely challenging landscape. The emotional demands of the work and a lack of resources can make burnout especially prevalent for these organizations trying to make a difference. What causes burnout in nonprofits?

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Future Fundraising Now

JUNE 5, 2024

And burnout is avoidable. I’ve encountered three conditions that you might call donor burnout: 1. “Imputed” Donor Burnout This is when fundraisers get a “gut feeling” they’re asking too much and they’re about to drive away donors. Really, it’s not donor burnout at all.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 29, 2024

New data from the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) shows executive and staff burnout top the list of issues. On average, LGBTQ+ identifying leaders reported moderately higher levels of concern about their own burnout than their non-LGBTQ+ identifying counterparts. vice president, research, at CEP, told The NonProfit Times.

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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. To succeed at a fast-paced job that requires hard work and focus … you have to regularly take time off from work. Put it in writing so there is no ambiguity or confusion. Here in the U.S.,

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Grant'd

OCTOBER 31, 2020

Yet social entrepreneurs, particularly those working on politically or socially sensitive issues are at heightened risk of burnout due to workloads, anxiety and social pressure. In fact, one in five human rights advocates meet the criteria for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), while 75% are concerned about burnout.

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The Fundraiser Coach

JANUARY 5, 2025

But carrying the weight of cultural or team issues alone can lead to burnout and frustration. Incorporate reminders of the lives you’re changing through fundraising - images in your workspace, messages from donors, and keep. a "kudos" file that you can dip into to recall those times you were thanked.

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Candid

MARCH 5, 2025

People with psychological capital demonstrate higher levels of job satisfaction, engagement, and performance and experience lower rates of workplace burnout. Conversely, without psychological capital, even financially secure nonprofits may struggle during tumultuous times, as burnout undermines effectiveness and innovation.

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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.

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Candid

OCTOBER 10, 2024

But with increased financial support, they could build internal capacity for structural transformation, scale their programs, reduce leadership burnout, particularly among Black women, and drive the bold, systemic change our country desperately needs,” she says. “These leaders are already delivering results in their communities.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 18, 2025

And studies analyzing the organizations that received major gifts from MacKenzie Scott show that …many organizations are also able to demonstrate meaningful change created for the communities they serve, and nonprofit leaders report increased confidence, reduced burnout, and greater capacity for innovation. Similarly, the John D.

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

From these conferences, recurring themes emerged that resonated with me, including teamwork, clarity, scalability, and preventing burnout. And, as to burnout mitigation, one speaker cautioned, Dont blame entrepreneurship for your workaholism. She said, "Trust an amazing team to have more impact than one person can have alone."

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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.

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Fundraising HayDay

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Burnout is a reality in the grant profession. Join our cohosts as we talk with Trish Bachman, Bethany Planton, and Johna Rodgers, a trio who continues to study the effects of burnout in our profession. Based on their research, burnout is not a matter of if it happens, but when. Burnout is a reality in the grant profession.

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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.

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Fundraising HayDay

AUGUST 27, 2020

Pat Duboise is a seasoned grant professional who recognized the signs of burnout after attending a national conference. Pat Duboise is a seasoned grant professional who recognized the signs of burnout after attending a national conference. Join our conversation with Pat and learn how to reengage in your own career.

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Candid

JANUARY 21, 2025

Similarly, in the nonprofit sector, well-funded organizations are already leveraging AI to increase efficiency and reduce burnout, while smaller nonprofitsoften serving the most marginalized communitiesare being left behind. Reduced staff burnout : Conduct regular wellness surveys to measure mental health and workload satisfaction.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 15, 2023

Staff burnout, lack of clarity about an organization's values, and the pace of hiring are among the challenges that prompted nonprofit leaders inundated with surprise gifts to turn to consultants — and one another. By Sono Motoyama Conrado Muluc In four years, MediaJustice’s budget grew from $2.5 million to $4.5

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 15, 2023

By Emily Haynes Sanctioned time off (with pay) has been growing among nonprofits and could help stop turnover and improve effectiveness. Plus: ‘A Sabbatical Isn’t a Fun Vacation’ — Experts Share How to Do It Right

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Future Fundraising Now

APRIL 8, 2025

Join us for an event that offers more than just a fun night out; it offers a solution to stress, anxiety, and burnout. Dont get me wrong: I know the arts are necessary for a meaningful and civilized life. And they do help people in meaningful ways. But the main reason most people donate is not to help other people. Two examples: 41.

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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. But more often, our readers have insight they can share in a couple minutes. And that’s where Ask the Blue Avocado Community was born.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 14, 2025

Hannah is especially interested in building sustainable systems that reduce burnout and make grant writing more manageable for small teams and solo grant professionals. When I imagined building sustainability into my role, I thought it might involve fancy software or some kind of elaborate filing system. Its about ease.

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Strategic Grants

MARCH 17, 2025

Some of the results are: leading to greater financial strength and documented program results, increased confidence and, reduced burnout of leaders. There are often discrepancies between a charitys mission and a funders source of income. However there are some funders that have expressed concerns which Scott addresses.

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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.

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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. You have the choice.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 25, 2022

But at some point, the creative juices stop flowing and we’re getting closer to burnout. Often, we fundraisers and direct marketers want to try something new because we were tired of it long before the donors are. We are always trying to come up with new stories, new ideas, and new approaches.

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

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. Now, the other question is Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals?

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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.

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