“As a result of our collaboration and learning, we are convinced that today we have a problem in the way we fund nonprofits.” -Presidents and staff of the Ford, Hewlett, MacArthur, Open Society, and Packard Foundations in a letter to peer philanthropists Many donors, grantmaking organizations, and people who are passionate about the causes that […]
By Mallory Erickson Nonprofit organizations across the world are struggling with donor retention, with the average retention rate hovering around 45%. Of course, donor retention benchmarks vary depending on many factors, including the type of nonprofit. Retaining donors is essential to the longevity of any nonprofit organization because those returning funders represent stability. Contributors who […]
Despite a steady incline in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion work in the nonprofit sector, experts say most still aren’t doing enough to ensure events are inclusive and accessible to everyone. To be inclusive of all your donors, your event goals should directly align with your goals as an organization, including DEI. Let’s get into the […]
Only 1 percent of all grantmaking is executed for the peace and security sector of philanthropy. As nonprofits across the world work together to navigate the current humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, Alexandra Toma, a leader in peace and security funding, says philanthropy “must increase its investment in peace and security broadly, and diversify who receives […]
Successful email marketing engages your entire community by activating new supporters, advocating for your cause, and thanking donors for their generosity – and it all starts with your donor engagement tools. With the help of your nonprofit CRM, sending “expert level” email engagements is much easier than you might think. Let’s get into the core […]
For many nonprofits, board meetings are held on a monthly basis. If not run effectively, the meetings can become uninspiring, frustrating, or stressful. Worst yet, the Chief Executive Officer can find themselves being the only one speaking resulting in low board engagement and a struggle to meet quorum. A systematic approach in preparing for your […]
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