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Let’s face it: nonprofits are under more pressure than ever. With federal funding cuts, economic uncertainty, and growing needs in our communities, it’s getting harder than ever to do more with less. And if your nonprofit is relying on just one main source of income, things can feel especially...
Every message your nonprofit sends shapes how supporters see you. Whether it’s an announcement of a new initiative, an appeal for donations, or a thank-you letter for a recent gift, each interaction is an opportunity to build trust—or a chance to erode it. Being thoughtful, honest, and consistent in...
“The more you use generative AI, the better it is going to learn to mimic you, your tone, your voice. The problem with that is, we are letting go of a part of who we are…. We constantly should be exploring who we are or we’re going to get to the point of AI telling us, this is who you are, this is...
We all know that email is one of the biggest drivers of digital revenue for nonprofits – usually only second to that all-powerful website itself. So what’s the “secret sauce” to success in this critical fundraising channel? Is it copy that brings tears to your eyes? Eye-popping visuals that get your...
Todos sabemos que el correo electrónico es uno de los principales impulsores de ingresos digitales para las organizaciones sin fines de lucro, usualmente solo superado por ese sitio web tan poderoso. Entonces, ¿cuál es la “receta secreta” para el éxito en este canal crítico de procuración de fondos...
La solución: la neuroinclusión como ventaja competitiva La neuroinclusión no se trata de bajar los estándares, sino de reconocer distintas formas de brillantez y redefinir el profesionalismo. Investigaciones recientes de Deloitte muestran que las organizaciones neuroinclusivas son 75 % más...
It can be challenging to keep employee motivation high at your nonprofit, especially in times of uncertainty. Building a positive environment that makes employees want to do their best work every day is more important than ever during stressful times when you need all hands on deck. A strong work...
As AI tools become more common, their adoption across sectors is skyrocketing. Trainings, certifications, and credentials are springing up just as quickly, with platforms like Coursera reporting significant upticks in AI-related course enrollments. According to LinkedIn, AI literacy skills grew by...
Imagine you’re planning your animal shelter’s annual fundraising event. Although you fundraise throughout the year, this event generates nearly a third of your annual revenue, allowing you to expand your programming and match more animals with loving homes. However, a major, unexpected hurricane...
Este mayo pasado, durante el Mes de Concientización sobre la Salud Mental, leí un artículo reflexivo de AFP Global sobre la salud mental en el sector sin fines de lucro. Hace algunos años, habría aplaudido la creciente apertura en estas conversaciones. Pero esta vez, una pregunta no dejaba de...
