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Bid Sheet Design 101: 5 Successful Strategies for Nonprofits

2024-01-05T12:30:52-05:00

Nonprofits are always looking for ways to diversify their revenue and engage their donors in new and exciting ways. By hosting an auction, you can gather your supporters together and offer them a thrilling event in which they can support your cause and potentially take home a prize. While many charitable organizations have traditionally held live auctions, silent auctions are extremely versatile to in-person, virtual, or hybrid formats. Without the pressure of live bidding, they’re also less intimidating for attendees, encouraging more people to show up and contribute to your mission. One of the most important elements of any silent auction is your bid [...]

Bid Sheet Design 101: 5 Successful Strategies for Nonprofits2024-01-05T12:30:52-05:00

5 Essential Benefits of Employee Training for Nonprofits

2024-01-02T15:51:00-05:00

The nonprofit sector is filled with shifting best practices, emerging technology solutions, and noteworthy trends. To continue generating a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve, you and your staff members need to adopt a mindset for continuous learning, whether that’s researching cryptocurrency donations or exploring how to inspire birthday fundraisers on your nonprofit’s behalf. By investing in employee training opportunities, your nonprofit can equip its staff with the latest tips and tools for success. But if you’re tight on funds, it can be challenging to make room for training in the budget. In this guide, we’ll cover five reasons why [...]

5 Essential Benefits of Employee Training for Nonprofits2024-01-02T15:51:00-05:00

Redefining Giving: 5 Innovative Digital Fundraising Ideas

2023-12-21T14:10:08-05:00

The fundraising world has seen many trends over the years. While not all of these trends have stuck, there has been a steady increase in digital fundraising—and for good reason. Digital fundraising opens up new possibilities for reaching a wider audience and raising significantly more for your cause as a result. Additionally, it’s more convenient for current donors to contribute online, allowing you to retain their support long-term. Whether you’re upgrading your digital fundraising strategy or diving into online giving for the first time, these five innovative ideas will set you on the right path to success. 1. Product Fundraiser Product fundraisers offer [...]

Redefining Giving: 5 Innovative Digital Fundraising Ideas2023-12-21T14:10:08-05:00

How to Manage Silent Auction Bids and Payments Like a Pro

2023-12-18T14:11:42-05:00

Silent auctions build community among your donors and create a truly meaningful event, but they also come with a unique set of challenges. If you don’t have a roadmap to help you get started and set yourself up for success every step of the way, silent auctions can feel overwhelming. However, the right technology and event management practices truly change the game, enabling any organization to become a silent auction pro. In this guide, we’ll explain how finding software that serves your fundraising needs will not only give you a stress-free event but also help your organization meet its fundraising goals! [...]

How to Manage Silent Auction Bids and Payments Like a Pro2023-12-18T14:11:42-05:00

Compensation Consulting for Nonprofit Organizations: 4 FAQs

2023-12-01T09:45:08-05:00

Picture this: You’re a mid-size nonprofit with a tight budget. You’re doing your best to engage your employees and compensate them for the value they bring to your organization, but many leave after working with you for only a short amount of time. All of your efforts to retain your employees feel like attempting to hold water in a sieve. So, what do you do? While a strong retention strategy encompasses more than just pay and benefits, you may want to start by re-evaluating your compensation philosophy and approach with the help of an experienced compensation consultant. You may have worked [...]

Compensation Consulting for Nonprofit Organizations: 4 FAQs2023-12-01T09:45:08-05:00

5 Benefits of Using Data to Improve the Patient Experience

2023-11-13T11:07:07-05:00

Exceptional patient experience is the outcome of several factors working together symbiotically—healthcare organizations and providers, associated tools and technologies, facilities space, and even the patient’s own perceptions and efforts.  However, managing patient outcomes has become more difficult as more providers face burnout from increasing workloads and staffing shortages. Other gaps that disrupt this relationship are caused by inefficient and outdated technologies that can’t keep up with patient demand. These hurdles present real challenges—one study mentions that if a healthcare organization loses one dissatisfied patient, they effectively lose nearly $200,000 in revenue over their lifetime.  So, how can healthcare organizations enhance the [...]

5 Benefits of Using Data to Improve the Patient Experience2023-11-13T11:07:07-05:00

Acts of Service: How Volunteering Supports Your Faith

2023-11-06T11:42:27-05:00

Imagine this: You see an advertisement for a nonprofit with a compelling case for support. The organization’s mission resonates with you and you’re deeply moved by their work. If you’re looking for a practical way to align your faith with your support for this cause, volunteering is a great way to do it. In this guide, we’ll explore three ways you can support a nonprofit cause and strengthen your personal faith: Connect with like-minded believers Put your faith into practice Gain a sense of purpose If the nonprofit’s mission aligns with your religious beliefs, you’ll find fulfilling work through volunteer opportunities [...]

Acts of Service: How Volunteering Supports Your Faith2023-11-06T11:42:27-05:00

What is Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud? A Quick Breakdown

2023-11-03T19:01:56-04:00

For most nonprofits, their constituent relationship management (CRM) software serves as the foundation of their technology stack. Your nonprofit’s CRM houses important data like supporter information, donation records, and program results, so it’s vital that you use a CRM system that can scale with your organization’s needs. That’s where Salesforce comes in. If you’ve considered Salesforce for your organization, you may have heard terms like Salesforce for Nonprofits, Nonprofit Cloud, and NPSP. Salesforce is one of the top CRM providers for nonprofits, but the array of products can be confusing if you don’t know where to start. To help you get a better [...]

What is Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud? A Quick Breakdown2023-11-03T19:01:56-04:00

Top 4 Ways to Make Giving More Convenient for Donors

2023-11-13T14:14:50-05:00

It’s estimated that on average, 50% to 70% of potential donors will abandon your donation form before making a contribution. There are many factors at play when it comes to donation form abandonment, and not all of them are within your nonprofit’s control. However, there are some things your organization can do to make giving easy for donors, increasing the likelihood that they will complete the donation process. Implementing new strategies that make giving more convenient can also improve your relationships with current donors and expand your reach to more prospective supporters. Analyze your donor data to figure out your supporters’ preferences, then brainstorm ways to connect with [...]

Top 4 Ways to Make Giving More Convenient for Donors2023-11-13T14:14:50-05:00

Beyond Donations: 3 Ways to Get Support from Chapter Parents

2023-10-25T15:12:43-04:00

As a sorority or fraternity member, you know your organization needs support in many areas. That’s where one of your most important stakeholder groups comes in: parents. Besides members themselves, there are few people who are more invested in your sorority or fraternity’s success than your parent community. Along with significantly contributing via dues, they can invest in your success in non-financial ways, such as running philanthropy events and mentoring members of your chapter. Let’s dive into some additional engagement opportunities to leverage parents’ passion for your chapter. 3 Ways to Engage Parents as Volunteers Offering numerous ways to help out [...]

Beyond Donations: 3 Ways to Get Support from Chapter Parents2023-10-25T15:12:43-04:00
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