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When Leadership Doesn’t “Get” Grants: How to Survive (and Even Thrive)

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

You educate, you communicate, and you strategize like a boss. Use metrics to back this up. And if you havent brought in five figures this quarter? Well, you must not be working hard enough. So, whats a grant writer to do when leadership doesnt understand how the game is played? Show average nonprofit success rates.

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3 common fundraising mistakes nonprofits make—and how to avoid them 

Candid

They pick a goal, define strategies, and stay focused on the small handful of metrics that measure the execution of the strategy. Corporations: Delivering evidence that the partnership can solve their business problems, add marketing and brand value, or create a broad platform for meaningful employee engagement.

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How nonprofits can deepen corporate partnerships

Candid

Think beyond traditional volunteering Nearly half (49%) of Civic 50 employees engage in company-sponsored volunteer activities such as employee resource groups and educational initiatives.

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How to Encourage Donations on Your Nonprofit’s Website

Ann Green's Nonprofit

For example, detail how a $50 donation supports educational programming or how $100 provides meals for families. Highlight metrics, success stories, and detailed breakdowns of how donations were used to further your mission. Steps to Securing a Matching Gift Educate donors about matching gifts. Publish an annual impact report.

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Who for the Win! The Ripple Effect of Compassionate Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

For instance, a people-centered proposal can lay the foundation for lifelong benefits, from early childhood education to higher education, workforce training, recreational activities, healthcare access, and senior living. The ripple effects of this practice also extend far beyond a single project.

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Return on Mission: A Framework to Measure Success at Philanthropic Organizations

Blackbaud

To better understand the shortcomings of for-profit metrics as a true measure of nonprofit success, lets look at how return on investment (ROI) is calculated. You will have the elements to translate between and marry the business metrics that ROI measured and your mission impact criteria.

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Convert the Next Wave of Rage Donors into Lifelong Supporters

Blackbaud

Educate them about your mission. Focus your welcome series on hot-button issues and how donors can make a difference. Respond to their social media posts. A heart emoji can be meaningful to an outraged citizen. Rage donors are not in research mode. Tell them what you do and why you do it. Send updates.

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