Clairification
MAY 6, 2024
Let’s begin with the Big Kahuna piece of advice: Ask yourself WHY you want to do this event. Were you to bring your event proposal to a wise shaman or mentor, this is the question they would ask you first – well before asking what theme or format you have in mind or what color scheme you want to use! And yet this is the one question I find nonprofits failing to ask.
Ann Green's Nonprofit
MAY 6, 2024
In most instances, nonprofit giving declined again in 2023. If you’re interested in the numbers, here are the latest results from M + R Benchmarks. If your giving has gone down, you may have cut back on some expenses. While that’s understandable on one level, you need to be careful before you nix something you think you can’t afford. It may be something you should be investing in.
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The NonProfit Times
MAY 6, 2024
By Olga Moshinsky Woltman “The growth mindset is based on the belief that your basic qualities are things you can cultivate through your efforts.” – Carol Dweck It is a truth universally acknowledged that employees who are motivated to continuously learn and grow will be the ones to take on new challenges, innovate, and problem-solve. The concept of growth mindset, developed by psychologist Carol Dweck, is described as a belief that our abilities and intelligence can be developed and impro
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MAY 6, 2024
When people who aren’t already deeply motivated by a cause know they’ll get something in return, they are more likely to donate. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images When people who aren’t already deeply motivated by a cause know they’ll get something in return, they are more likely to donate, the research found.
Veritus Group
MAY 6, 2024
Recently on our team Slack channel, our coaches shared that we send a lot of these tips to our clients about how to write an effective email, so I thought it would be a great resource to share them here so they’re all in one place for your easy reference. Here are some of our […] The post Are Donors Even Reading Your Emails? 13 Pro Tips to Help You Write Better Emails appeared first on Veritus Group.
Blackbaud
MAY 6, 2024
Like a good recipe, your nonprofit budget requires high-quality ingredients, easy-to-follow steps, and a knowledgeable cook or two to put it together. Without those, it can be a struggle just to make a plate of spaghetti. But when you have all the pieces—accurate data, a clear process, and a finance team to put it together—you can make a three-course meal look easy.
Capital Campaign Pro
MAY 6, 2024
Season 3, Episode 57 In this episode, Andrea Kihlstedt, co-founder of Capital Campaign Pro, delves into the intriguing world of donor-advised funds and community foundations, breaking down their complexity and revealing how they can be a game-changer for your fundraising efforts. With guest expert Laura Young, a former vice president at the Maine Community Foundation […] The post Podcast: Unlocking the Power of Donor-Advised Funds and Community Foundations appeared first on Capital Campaig
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MAY 6, 2024
KKR co-founder Henry Kravis’s donation to Loomis Chaffee School will back scholarships and other programs. By Maria Di Mento Loomis Chaffee School Henry Kravis gives the commencement address at the Loomis Chaffee School graduation ceremony in 2015. Plus, Bowling Green State University received more than $76 million to help ensure that students who are struggling financially will graduate in four years with little debt.
Future Fundraising Now
MAY 6, 2024
I asked it for “sad kitten.” It gave me “demonic kitten.” The right photo can really boost the power of a fundraising message. But photos pose some ethical and logistical challenges. AI-generated images seem to be solutions to some of those challenges: AI images protect the privacy of beneficiaries, because they aren’t really people.
GrantNews
MAY 6, 2024
As part of our spotlight series, GrantWatch shines a light on the State of Washington. From Amazon to Boeing to Microsoft, it turns out that a lot of ideas started out as small ventures here in the State of Washington. Now, these companies are amongst the largest and most influential conglomerates in the world! But there’s also a lot of interesting sights and amazing natural scenery to behold in Washington.
Capital Campaign Pro
MAY 6, 2024
It’s hard to raise money for endowment through a capital campaign. So when an organization comes to us and says: “We want to raise $10,000,000 in endowment through a capital campaign.” When we hear that, we know that chances are good… they’re going to have a hard time. What is Endowment? Let me set the […] The post Making Sense of Endowment and Your Capital Campaign appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 6, 2024
Independent Sector announced that the value of a volunteer hour is $33.49 — a 5.3% increase from the previous year.
Soapbox Exchange
MAY 6, 2024
Issue 197 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Yesterday, we sent out the May edition of our monthly Soapbox Engage newsletter. If you haven’t already subscribed, this is a great way to stay up-to-date on our latest product updates, upcoming community events and webinars, and an endless supply of nonprofit tech and fundraising knowledge on our blog. Subscribe here!
Instrumentl
MAY 6, 2024
Overwhelmed by grant options? Learn how to overcome option paralysis with a decision matrix for grants. Drawing insights from industry expert Stacy Fitzsimmons, discover how to prioritize opportunities and maximize your funding strategy's impact. By the end, you’ll be equipped to make informed decisions and increase your odds of winning funding.
The NonProfit Times
MAY 6, 2024
Software as a service giant Blackbaud reported first-quarter revenue of $279.3 million for the three-month period ending March 31, up 6.7% from the same period of a year ago. The gain represented organic revenue growth of 6.9%, which equated to a 6.6% organic revenue growth rate in constant currency after adjusting for foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations.
Double the Donation
MAY 6, 2024
Gift acceptance policies are an essential but easily overlooked part of nonprofit management. You won’t miss them until you need them, and then you’ll wish you’d created them earlier!
HSF House
MAY 6, 2024
Hello! My name is Victoria (but you can all call me Vicky) and here is my first, introductory blog post! I am a first year (now going into second year) student here at Florida State University. I am studying Cell and Molecular Neuroscience with a potential double major in Physics. I am also double minoring in Chemistry and Sociology whilst on the Pre-Med track.
Assel Grant Services
MAY 6, 2024
Audited financials are a common component of grant readiness discussions and are often requested by funders. However, new or small nonprofits may wonder if an audit is really necessary. Understanding why an audit is helpful to a funder, how to find an auditor, and what to do if an audit seems unattainable can help small nonprofits plan. Why Do I Need an Audit?
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