Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

With the right policies and strategies in place, your nonprofit organization can draw from your operating reserves during and after an emergency without putting future operations at risk. Understanding Your Spending Policy During a crisis, it can be tempting to deplete your entire reserve to address immediate needs.

Management 104

Management Policy Policies Budget 104

Blackbaud

JANUARY 10, 2025

In addition to crafting the Investment Policy Statement and Spending Policy, the Investment Committee should set a fiduciary calendar, so everyone knows when to expect updates on investments, reviews of operating reserves , and similar topics.

Award 97

Award Policy Policies Finance 97

Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2024

Just as a successful capital campaign follows defined steps and milestones, so does the work of a database manager—nitty-gritty, behind-the-scenes tasks to keep the campaign moving toward its goal. Gifts from prospects on the top of your giving pyramid are necessary to meet your campaign goal. Add data health tools.

Goals 104

Goals Finance Policy Policies 104

Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

Operating Reserve Policies To help institutionalize operating reserve best practices and provide a pathway for a clear set of purposes, definitions, and goals, have a formal operating reserve policy in place prepared by senior management and staff and approved by the Board.

Policy 98

Policy Policies Budget Management 98

Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Many companies report low utilization of VTO, however, so nonprofits that encourage people to check their employer’s VTO policy when signing up as a volunteer can tap into this underutilized benefit. Moreover, 84% set departmental goals related to community engagement, and 68% include community engagement in performance reviews.

Nonprofit 111

Nonprofit Training Metrics Donation 111

Blackbaud

MAY 19, 2025

This is why you need a conflict of interest policy. When youve documented and implemented a strong conflict of interest policy, you protect your team, ensure ethical decision-making, and strengthen your reputation among grantees and stakeholders. And so, in practice, its being able to say we have a policy.

Policy 59

Policy Policies Ethics Consulting 59

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Such a policy would disregard the Constitutional principle of due process, various nonprofit leaders told The NonProfit Times on background. Such a policy totally disregards the Constitutional principle of due process. 9495 may achieve the goal of expediting these cases, but it does so at the expense of fairness and transparency.

Pass-Through 116

Pass-Through Policy Policies Finance 116

Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Clearly outline your immediate funding priorities, such as specific programs, campaigns, or goals. Many databases also include details on company policies, eligibility requirements, and submission deadlines. Tips for Donation Transparency List current needs or priorities on your donation page.

Donation 147

Donation Metrics Education Funding 147

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

How to Protect Your Donor Data DoJiggy’s Privacy Policy DoJiggy Never Shares Your Supporter Data Conclusions on Donor Privacy Concerns What Is Donor Data? Donor data privacy refers to the practices and policies that ensure the protection of personal and financial information collected from donors. What We’ll Learn What Is Donor Data?

Ethics 59

Ethics Policy Policies Fundraising 59

GrantNews

JANUARY 3, 2025

In addition, professional development also helps employees build new skills, stay current with industry trends, and achieve their career goals. Stay Ahead with Industry Trends Ongoing professional development keeps skills sharp, prevents stagnation, and helps employees stay motivated to achieve their goals. Everyone wins!

Funding 64

Funding Education Training Policy 64

Pamela Grow

JUNE 10, 2025

Comply with Google’s website policy, which means having proper security and valuable mission-related information. Design graphics that show progress toward your fundraising goal. Include your donation goal, timeline, and an eye-catching image or video. For example, U.S. organizations must be registered as 501(c)(3) with the IRS.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Media Donation Grant 130

Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

While you may be aware on a general level that your CRM platform is becoming a headwind to your organization achieving its fundraising goals, the prospect of migrating vast amounts of data, retraining staff, and committing the money and resources required for a successful upgrade can make it tempting to say, Lets make do for another year.

CRM 105

CRM Readiness AI Management 105

amplifi

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Remember, stick to your story and demonstrate the impact donors are making on your goals. This can help you cross the finish line if you’re just short of your goal. Set guidelines or create a social media policy to make sure anyone posting as or on behalf of the organization has the same standards and expectations.

Media 93

Media Publishing Donation Policy 93

GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Donor-Centric Tips for Nonprofits Thank Donors Enforce a strict, yet sustainable policy strategically interacting with your donors. Request Action Communicate your goals. Supporters will feel more connected and reach deeper into their pockets for a cause if goals are transparently shared. Recognize your donors. Brag on them.

Grant 113

Grant Grants Donation Grants Calendar 113

GrantNews

JANUARY 31, 2025

For example, scientific insights and policy proposals are best utilized if understood universally. For example; for science-driven policies to achieve their goals, communication, and accessibility must go beyond borders. Language is the root of communication and cultural identity.

Grant 111

Grant Grants Government Publishing 111

Candid

MAY 5, 2025

In fact, its in eight of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals including eradicating poverty, ending hunger, and reducing inequality. Increasingly, theyre taking on more dynamic roles: designing tools, shaping implementation strategies, and informing policy frameworks.

Policy 52

Policy Policies Finance Ethics 52

The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The 78-page report provides insight into how nonprofit leaders view their role in public policy advocacy and engagement. The Pursuit of Influence follows Independent Sector’s 2023 report, The Retreat of Influence , which filled a 20-year gap in nationally representative data on whether and how nonprofits advocate around public policy.

Policy 82

Policy Policies Lobbying Training 82

GrantNews

JUNE 4, 2024

“Honesty is the best policy,” said every parent–ever. It turns out, your folks were right, honesty really is the best policy. This means setting realistic goals, delivering promised outcomes, and being open about the challenges your project faces. An Example of Why Honesty is the Best Policy Brenda K.

Policies 67

Policies Policy Grant Grants 67

Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2025

The type of grant reviews your funding organization uses will depend on the number of applications you receive, your technology, and the goals of your grant program. This includes validating IRS status, checking for required attachments, and ensuring the information provided aligns with your programs goals.

Grant 59

Grant Grants Applicant Application 59

Fundly

JUNE 20, 2024

Your nonprofit’s donors lead busy lives—managing their careers, maintaining social relationships, and pursuing their personal goals. Set a goal and budget. Decide on a goal that’s specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound (SMART). Promote your campaign. Thank all of your donors.

Goals 83

Goals Donation Fundraising Metrics 83

Candid

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

When members collaborate and combine their efforts, they can advance a common goal and enhance civic engagement. From challenges to women’s rights to debates around diversity initiatives, current events have encouraged giving circles to be more intentional about engaging more in civic and policy awareness.

Policy 59

Policy Policies Education Training 59

Candid

OCTOBER 31, 2024

If the executive director is given a seat on the board, it’s important to have a “conflict of interest” policy on when they have to recuse themselves from certain votes or discussions. A board agreement may spell out an expected dollar amount or percentage of the nonprofits’ annual fundraising goal, or make contributions voluntary.

Government 114

Government Nonprofit Policy Policies 114

Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

Clearly defining your needs helps you select partners that align with your strategic goals. Make sure your own data governance and data management policies are up to date so you have processes in place if an issue does arise. Look for low-code or no-code options that simplify the integration process.

Grant Management 97

Grant Management Management Grant Grants 97

Blackbaud

MARCH 24, 2025

Recurring donor support ensures that CHW programs remain resilient despite fluctuations in government funding and healthcare reimbursement policies. By aligning CHW funding with broader health equity goals, healthcare foundations can demonstrate their commitment to reducing health disparities and improving population health outcomes.

Transportation 90

Transportation Government Policy Policies 90

HSF House

APRIL 11, 2025

It seeks to answer an essential policy question: What factors contribute to or impede the academic success of justice-impacted students? This study will also examine national policy trends and best practices across institutions to situate FSUs efforts within a broader context of reform.

Policy 52

Policy Policies Education Grant 52

Candid

MARCH 27, 2025

Now, the goal is to preserve nonprofit missionsto be able to continue serving communities. Through mergers and partnerships designed to increase resilience, we can continue the work of serving global communities by providing humanitarian assistance, advocating for human rights, influencing policy, and building capacity.

Government 97

Government Nonprofit Contract Contracts 97

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Matching Your Research with the Right Foundation Research grants from foundations work best when researchers match their goals with a funder ‘s mission. Foundations usually list their goals clearly in application calls or on their websites. You need clear goals with measurable outcomes that people can achieve and track.

Grant 52

Grant Grants Proposal Applicant 52

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

She then received her graduate degree in higher education, student affairs, and international education policy. Mary’s Pence has local staff in Central America to assist in devising actionable plans tailored to each organization’s goals. The ESPERA program supports 14 partner organizations led by women in Central America and Mexico.

Mentor 115

Mentor Nonprofit Education Grant 115

Blackbaud

MAY 5, 2025

Your training should also show them how to apply the requirements based on the goals of the program. Provide information on your mission, the goal of the program, and what makes a good fit for the grant program (and what doesnt) in your reviewer training.

Grant 59

Grant Grants Applicant Application 59

Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy by Astrid Vinje, Candid. Any nonprofit can earn a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum Seal by demonstrating its commitment to transparency and sharing information about its mission, programs, financials, leadership, and/or goals and metrics.

AI 52

AI Fundraising Burnout Demographics 52

Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 24, 2024

My goal in taking your classes was to be a better fundraiser for sure. We have always had a policy to thank every donor no matter how big or small. You have said that you like to hear feedback from your students, so I have been thinking of you all through the day today and finally stopped to write to you.

Donation 148

Donation Fundraising Software Retainer 148

HSF House

JUNE 5, 2025

Stellenbosch University Our goal is to analyze the similarities and differences in postdoctoral experiences between the U.S. We hope to uncover how national policies, institutional structures, and broader historical and social contexts shape the early academic workforce. and South Africa.

Ethics 52

Ethics Policy Policies Mentor 52

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Prest Also, the Heritage Foundation has received a pledge of $25 million to advance its policy goals, and the University of California at Los Angeles received a joint gift of $20 million to establish the Goodman-Luskin Microbiome Center.

Policy 97

Policy Policies Goals IT 97

GrantNews

JANUARY 17, 2025

A workplace where colleagues share values, clear communication, and build a mutual respect guides behavior and helps everyone stay motivated and aligned toward common goals. Organizational culture is the concept of shared values, policy, and purpose. Build a workplace culture that authentically empowers your team.

Grant 107

Grant Grants Funding Award 107

Pamela Grow

MARCH 10, 2021

Your Goals. Are your goals: to keep your supporters informed about the impact of their gift. If yours is a social justice or advocacy organization, remember that I am not a policy wonk. Remember though, as an outright revenue device though, nothing comes close to print. What are the basics of a good nonprofit e-newsletter?

Nonprofit 222

Nonprofit Calendar Publishing Media 222

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Pre-Award Preparation Have certain policies and processes in place before applying for a grant so you can be confident you meet their requirements and there are no surprises. Tip 1: Have your leadership drive the conversation on grant funding and the policies associated with this revenue stream. Update your policies accordingly.

Government 116

Government Indirect Cost Indirect Grant 116

The NonProfit Times

APRIL 15, 2024

Despite the robust annual increases, however, the current total falls short of the 13% of GDP analysts at NITI Aayog, an Indian government public policy think tank, believe is necessary for the country to meet its commitment to achieving 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.

Goals 52

Goals Retail Policy Policies 52