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Kickstart Your Nonprofits’ Fundraising

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April 18, 2023

Fundraising is an essential component of a nonprofit’s ability to succeed; it’s how organizations grow and fulfill their mission. To set your fundraising program for success, you need a general understanding of how fundraising works, a message that donors can support, and a plan of the best tactics to pursue early on.

Does Your Board Need Term Limits?

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April 16, 2023

Does your Board need term limits? Our experience has been that many of the most severe problems have come from Board members who have stayed too long as well as other factors that good bylaws can address. To keep consistency in performance, it is a best practice to institute term limits for your nonprofit’s Board.

Board Stewardship: Conversations to Light a Fire Within

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April 13, 2023

Some Board Members might be sitting back or even considering moving on. They may feel they haven’t done anything very worthwhile, but you can show them the work that they’re doing is impactful and valuable. I believe organizations must first strengthen Board stewardship before replacing Directors with new Directors. The Board reflection interviews are one example or process that can provide greater meaning for the Board of Directors. You are helping to engage Board leadership in the essential meaning for service and giving.

Board Member Orientation: Key to Their Success

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March 16, 2023

A Board is what drives growth and change in a nonprofit organization, it’s one of the most important aspects of your team. So, when you finally find the perfect Board member, ensure they show up ready and motivated to make a difference for your nonprofit with a great orientation! Here are the keys to a successful onboarding.

Ways To Engage Your Board in Fundraising

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March 8, 2023

A culture of enthusiasm for nonprofit Boards with regards to fundraising is important to provide the organization with the resources it needs to pursue its mission. In order to be as successful as possible, your Board should be helping with fundraising to promote your mission. Despite this, not all Board members are comfortable soliciting donations or fundraising in general. Luckily, anyone can be trained in the fundraising cycle. We’ll show you the dos and don’ts of fundraising and how to get started with strategies and policies that create effective Board members.

The 4 “R”s of Donor Cultivation

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March 8, 2023

Donor cultivation is necessary for any nonprofit to maintain the relationships and generate the revenue necessary to sustain their mission. To be successful in your donor relationships, you must adhere to the 4 “R”s of donor cultivation which include Research, Romance, Request, and Recognition. In this resource, we dive into each of the cultivation phases and help you understand the fundraising process so your nonprofit can acquire and retain donors at a higher rate.

A Beginner’s Guide to Nonprofit Social Media

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February 15, 2023

In order to find success in the modern-day nonprofit landscape, organizations need to have a proper social media presence. The benefits of doing so can include more funding for your mission, increased reputation in your community, and it will provide a direct line of communication between your nonprofit and the people it serves. To achieve these results, we’ll break down the basics of social media strategy including the differences between the platforms, how to utilize analytics, and the best posting policies that will limit errors.

Why It Matters: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

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February 7, 2023

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is the leading topic among a vast majority of funders. The most recent U.S. census report shows nearly 40% of the population is composed of…

Ignite Successful Board Collaboration

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February 7, 2023

Nonprofit Board members commit to providing the organization with the resources it needs to thrive, and fundraising is a significant part of this. Learn how to ignite successful Board collaboration and create a culture of enthusiasm for Board fundraising to provide your organization with the resources it needs to pursue its mission!

Identify New Donors With Prospect Research

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February 7, 2023

Nonprofit organizations conduct prospect research to identify new donors or find hidden gems within their own database. While prospect research tools access and analyze large volumes of data to identify people who might be a good match for your organization, fundraisers must still employ a solid strategy to make the best use of this data. Read the article for strategies and best practices.