Candid

MARCH 1, 2023

A lack of standardized demographic data not only hinders our collective work to create a more equitable sector; it also requires nonprofits to take time away from their mission-driven work to respond to disparate requests by funders for this information.

Demographics

Candid

DECEMBER 8, 2022

It’s equally full of seemingly straightforward words that can mean many different things; for example, the term “year” can mean five different things when talking about nonprofit data i Defining “BIPOC-led” is a perfect example of these issues (BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color ii ).

Demographics

Candid

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Last December, I wrote about the surprisingly complex challenge of aligning on a conceptual definition of BIPOC-led (BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous and People of Color). I hope my previous blog offered a starting point for further discussion and crystallization of your definition of BIPOC-led.

Demographics

Candid

JUNE 7, 2022

Building Movement Project studied over 4,000 nonprofit employees and found no difference in qualifications, leadership aspirations, or skillsets between white people and people of color. There are currently many different definitions of “Black-led.” This is not a pipeline problem. Why Candid and ABFE? . About the research .

Demographics

Candid

JULY 26, 2022

The overhead myth is a pervasive challenge for nonprofits, often leading to organizations that are under-funded, unable to make an impact that aligns with their potential, and rapidly losing high-performing employees. It’s been said before, and I’ll say it again: it’s time to disprove the overhead myth for nonprofits. Not quite.

Fundraising

Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 17, 2024

With increased focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in recent years, more funders are asking for the specific demographics of the populations served by nonprofits. While there are many challenges in reporting demographic data, understanding and communicating the differences in race, ethnicity, and nationality is the first step.

Demographics

Candid

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

This was a considerable commitment, but many in the sector saw a need to measure the impact and effectiveness of such funding—specifically, whether the funds were going to nonprofits led by communities of color or to more traditional, white-led institutions. We decided to develop a shared definition is for benchmarking only.

Demographics

The Fundraising Coach

MARCH 11, 2020

What is a nonprofit fundraiser to do? In my time as a nonprofit fundraiser, we've seen recessions related to the dot-com bust, the 9/11 attacks, and the housing market implosion around 2008 and 2009. But nonprofits can survive. 3 Biggest Mistakes Nonprofits Make in the Face of a Recession. We've been here before.

Fundraising

CauseVox

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Despite annual donations decreasing the 2023 CauseVox Giving Study found that individuals, especially the younger demographic, remain steadfast in their commitment to philanthropic endeavors. For GivingTuesday 2024, think through what stories your nonprofit has to share and how you want to share them with your online audience.

Nonprofit

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 25, 2012

Kristian is also one of the four talented women, including my cause marketing “mom” Carol Cone and Jocelyne Daw , who co-authored my favorite book on cause marketing: Breakthrough Nonprofit Branding. Primary goal is to raise money and build awareness for the nonprofit partner. Most nonprofits have bigger aspirations.

Demographics

Tech Soup

AUGUST 5, 2013

It's time to catch up on some nonprofit technology trends and news! I’ll review some new green IT developments like how nonprofit solar electricity is thriving in Haiti. I’ll review some new green IT developments like how nonprofit solar electricity is thriving in Haiti. Now, here's the latest: Email.

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Assel Grant Services

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

With increased focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in recent years, more funders are asking for the specific demographics of the populations served by nonprofits. While there are many challenges in reporting demographic data, understanding and communicating the differences in race, ethnicity, and nationality is the first step.

GPC

Tech Soup

DECEMBER 16, 2009

The most obvious change is that far more nonprofits are using web CMSes and using them more intelligently than we were three years ago. While researching the article, I found some great examples of nonprofits using these modules to incorporate upcoming events seamlessly throughout their sites, not just on a single calendar page.

Calendar

The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 9, 2023

Nonprofit professionals know the best fundraising events are fun, interactive, and accessible. Recruit a Dedicated Planning Team You’ll definitely want a point person to take the lead on the overall event, tracking tasks, income, and expenses, but it’s in your best interest to recruit others to help with planning, prep, and execution.

Fundraising

Selfish Giving

JUNE 6, 2017

Last week I spoke at the annual Engage for Good Conference in Chicago on how nonprofits can dramatically increase their cause marketing success with content marketing. They made their content more exciting and appealing to a younger, wider demographic. Your nonprofit probably isn't blogging to monetize the blog itself.

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 2, 2017

The number one focus of nonprofits should be on building a brand that resonates with a key demographic. You should definitely listen to our CauseTalk Radio interview with Allison + Partners on their new study on how digital Influencers can drive donations and engagement with causes. As Phil Haid at Toronto-based Public Inc.

Demographics

Get Fully Funded

JULY 11, 2022

Unfortunately, most small nonprofits aren’t good at getting sponsors. ANY small nonprofit can build up sponsors for their event. The best sponsors have a mission or values that align with the nonprofit’s mission and values. A desire to support your nonprofit. Demographics of your audience. They either.

Fundraising

Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Making the Decision Planning a charity event can be both exciting and challenging, especially for nonprofit professionals new to the fundraising scene. In this guide, we’ll delve into the definitions, benefits, and considerations for each, helping you make an informed choice for your upcoming charity event.

Fundraising

NextAfter

MAY 17, 2023

In fact, if you’ve recently logged into your Universal Analytics account (often called GA3), you’ve no doubt seen Google’s none-too-subtle reminder… So in case you’ve been crossing your fingers and toes and hoping against hope that maybe Google would change its mind about forcing nonprofits to migrate over to GA4.

Nonprofit

The NonProfit Times

JULY 15, 2024

Photo from @DepositPhotos A mericans are divided along progressive and conservative lines when it comes to politics and often even the nonprofits they support. But exclusive new data shows there are Americans who give to both types of organizations, say a Second Amendment nonprofit and to public broadcasting.

Donation

Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 23, 2022

What I like about this definition is that it suggests there is always room for improvement. Many grant writers and nonprofits assume that using emotional or charged language to describe their target population’s situation will increase interest and support for their programs. Focus on facts. This can be true. What’s next.

Grants

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 2, 2023

From smaller, newer nonprofits to larger charitable organizations, measuring performance is a universally shared need, especially in the realm of fundraising. But for organizations that offer direct services to constituents, such as social services nonprofits, there’s another layer of complexity— impact measurement. Services Delivered.

Management

NextAfter

MAY 17, 2023

But we definitely recommend enlisting the help of your dev and data teams to reduce the anxiety of making the leap from Universal Analytics to GA4. See demographics such as age and gender for your visitors. This comprehensive course is just for nonprofits and contains everything you could ever need to get the most out of GA4.

Metrics

GiveSmart

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Sponsors are crucial for nonprofit organizations and events. As a nonprofit organization, you must learn how to get a corporate sponsor and how to keep them. An event sponsor offers nonprofits financial support or in-kind donations to help a nonprofit meet their fundraising goals.

Fundraising

OneCause

JANUARY 31, 2024

Does your cause have a specific demographic? Usually, nonprofits hire an executive director who helps develop different fundraising event ideas and handle the budget for various fundraisers. If you don’t already have an executive director, your nonprofit should consider hiring one to help manage your fundraising efforts.

Fundraising

Fundly

MAY 18, 2021

For example, if your donor base tends to skew towards an older demographic, you might appeal to them with a direct mail or fundraising letter campaign. If you are a large nonprofit, consider adopting 360MatchPro to automate your matching gift search. Check Out This Advocacy Guide For Nonprofits!

Fundraising

Candid

MARCH 31, 2022

One of the things that stuck with me (researcher that I am) was her call to include transgender information as a separate question on demographic data collection efforts. Transgender advocates and experts within the nonprofit sector have also emphasized the importance of collecting transgender demographic data.

Demographics

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 17, 2023

You also can’t afford to use HOPE as a strategy… …you hope people will find your nonprofit and decide to give. You need to look for people who love your mission but haven’t given yet or who love your cause but haven’t met your nonprofit yet. And definitely Ask. EVERY small nonprofit needs more donors.

Nonprofit

Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2021

To successfully market your nonprofit, you need to have a strategy. Whether you’re looking to raise more money, recruit volunteers, or just spread the word about your nonprofit, you should draft a thorough nonprofit marketing plan to help you meet your goals! Why is it so important to create a marketing plan for your nonprofit?

Nonprofit

Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

No nonprofit is too small for a corporate partnership! Small nonprofits should not actively focus on corporate partnerships. Yep, it's a waste for most small nonprofits to dedicate so much time, resources and staff chasing and cold-calling potential corporate partnerships. You could definitely do this! Now the bad news.

SAM

Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Silent auctions are a great way to fundraise and encourage donors to get involved with nonprofits. What are the demographics of your auction guests? Pop Culture – No one is more passionate than pop culture lovers, so a themed gift basket will definitely spark a bidding war. What is your auction’s target group?

Pass-Through

Pamela Grow

JANUARY 14, 2021

Nonprofits who were afraid to fundraise. The nonprofit sector is not immune. Many small nonprofits saw tantalizing success with their first digital campaigns. And it definitely leads to happier donors. If your nonprofit is mired in dysfunction, taking the steps necessary to build a healthy workplace culture is the remedy.

Nonprofit

CauseVox

JANUARY 16, 2025

The best way to do that is by crafting an annual nonprofit development plan for 2025. What is an Annual Nonprofit Development Plan? An annual nonprofit development plan (or fundraising plan ) is simply a document that includes your fundraising goals for the year and how you plan to reach them.

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