Wed.Jul 09, 2025

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Clairity Click-it: Sandpail Full of Nonprofit Links + Free Resources Be Yours

Clairification

In Ecosystems Come and Go , Seth Godin writes: “We can lament the end of an ecosystem. After all, we worked hard to get here and we counted on it. We’re comfortable with it and we understand it. Or, we can accept that ecosystems come and go, and focus our energy on how the next ecosystem gives us a chance to do our work, new work, different work, but work that matters, for people who care.

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The Grant-Winning Power of Nonprofit Storytelling

Millionaire Grant Lady

If your grant proposals feel flat or overly formal, it’s time to rethink your approach. Storytelling isn’t fluff … it’s strategy. There’s one skill that sets successful grant writers apart … and it’s not perfect grammar or deep pockets. It’s storytelling. Not the fairy tale kind. I’m talking about real, human-centered narratives that connect your work to the hearts (and checkbooks) of funders.

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The DAF Ask That Led Donors to Double Their Gifts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

When supporters were persuaded to give using their donor-advised fund, many gave twice as much. Some donors who'd given only $100 before increased their gifts to $5,000. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images/iStockphoto When supporters were persuaded to give using their donor-advised fund, they gave the same or more 85 percent of the time, new research finds.

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Nonprofit advocacy: 5 strategies for successful campaigns

Bonterra

Nonprofit advocacy is one of the most effective ways to drive mission-forward impact. Whether you’re raising awareness, influencing policy, or mobilizing supporters, successful advocacy requires more than one-off actions; it takes strategic, personalized engagement across the entire supporter journey. In today’s landscape, the most effective organizations use advocacy software that connects fundraising, outreach, and donor data in one place, making it easier to convert one-time advocates i

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AI for Grant Writing: 20+ ChatGPT Prompts You Can Use

This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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St. Jude Children's Hospital's Fundraising Arm Selects New CEO

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Ike Anand, the organization's chief operating officer since 2020, previously worked at travel-tech firm Expedia. By Glenn Gamboa, Associated Press Courtesy ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Ike Anand has spent most of his career working at for-profit businesses. The group, which is in the midst of a global expansion, chose Ike Anand, the organization's chief operating officer since 2020, who previously worked at travel-tech firm Expedia.

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Golden Unveils AI-Backed App Update to Address Declining Volunteer, Donor Engagement

NonProfit PRO

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From overwhelmed to organised: How to tackle government tender submissions 

Strategic Grants

Government tender writing can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling the task with other responsibilities like program delivery or fundraising. Here are some practical tips to help you go from overwhelmed to organised. Decode before you draft Navigating tender guidelines can be a daunting task. However, these comprehensive documents are essential, as they contain critical information and your roadmap to a successful bid.

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Nonprofit Grant Strategy: Recalibrate for Year-End Success

Grant Writing Made Easy

We’re officially halfway through 2025, and your nonprofit grant strategy deserves a strategic boost if you want to finish the year on a high note. With competitive Q3 and Q4 deadlines on the horizon and public funding landscapes continuing to shift, organizations that pause, reset, and refocus are poised for success. This mid-year check-in is your opportunity to: Strengthen your nonprofit grant strategy by zeroing in on grants with the highest alignment and funding potential.

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Nonprofit Fundraising Plan Best Practices

DonorSnap

Are you familiar with the law of the 5 Ps? Proper preparation prevents poor performance. More than just an alliteration, this principle is pertinent to successful fundraising. The concept behind it is self-explanatory, but the idea is that your success, or lack thereof, will rely mostly on how well you prepared, not just your skills or message. This is where a fundraising plan comes into play.

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A holistic approach to funding at the intersection of gender and the environment 

Candid

Billions of dollars in philanthropic funding supports efforts to protect the environment each year, but only a small fraction is focused on addressing gender-based violence against women environmental defenders (WEDs). These women are often at the forefront of holistic and community-centered responses to the climate crisis. Yet, just 0.05% goes directly to support the women facing violence due to their environmental activism.

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8 Ways Your Board Can Drive Momentum in a Capital Campaign

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Tap into your board members' skills and strengths to make the most of their participation in a multiyear fundraising drive. By Libby Sander Ikon Images via AP Tap into your board members' skills and strengths to make the most of their participation in a multiyear fundraising drive.

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What We Learned About Major Gifts in 2025 – From Hundreds of Your Fellow Fundraisers

Gail Perry Group

Webinar recap: real-world strategies to close transformational gifts, even now. In June, hundreds of nonprofit leaders and fundraisers joined us live for our “Success in Major Gifts” webinar. What a terrific group we had! (if you missed it, you can access the recordings here!) Here’s the question we discussed in our webinar: How do you raise transformational gifts in today’s uncertain environment?

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How Employer Appending Completes Your Workplace Giving Donor Profiles

Double the Donation

When it comes to equipping your team with enhanced workplace giving donor profiles, accurate and complete donor data isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. One of the most overlooked yet powerful pieces of information in your donor database is employer data.

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Use the Tech You Already Have to Reduce Your Nonprofit’s Workload and Get More Done

NonProfit PRO

As a nonprofit professional, getting more done faster is always a goal. Here's how the tech you already have can help you work more efficiently.

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Building Literacy with the Adobe Foundation

Fluxx

Learn how the Adobe Foundation empowers underserved communities by advancing creative skills, digital literacy, and equitable access to technology.

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St. Jude Children's Hospital's Fundraising Organization Selects New CEO

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Ike Anand, the group's chief operating officer since 2020, previously worked at travel-tech firm Expedia. By Glenn Gamboa, Associated Press Courtesy ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Ike Anand has spent most of his career working at for-profit businesses. The group, which is in the midst of a global expansion, chose Ike Anand, the organization's chief operating officer since 2020, who previously worked at travel-tech firm Expedia.

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Reduce Your Nonprofit’s Workload and Get More Done With These Tips

NonProfit PRO

As a nonprofit professional, getting more done faster is always a goal. Here's how the tech you already have can help you work more efficiently.

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Transforming K–12 Education: Insights on AI from Industry Leaders

Blackbaud

Remember when the biggest technological disruption in your classroom was deciding whether to use PowerPoint or that new interactive whiteboard? Those days feel charmingly quaint now that artificial intelligence (AI) has strutted into K–12 education like an overeager substitute teacher—promising to revolutionize everything while occasionally getting the basic facts hilariously wrong.

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