Entrepreneurial fundraising - Information, research and resources for fundraisers and their leaders: "We live in a time of almost unlimited fundraising opportunities. This exists alongside a race-against-the-clock urgency that these opportunities be pursued with full entrepreneurial fervour.
Yet, however much it is that we currently raise, the status quo still finds the world troubled by poverty, violence, sickness, oppression and environmental degradation. We need to raise more. We need to harness entrepreneurial thinking to catapult our fundraising efforts.
Entrepreneurship: “the pursuit of opportunity without regard to resources currently controlled.” [1] "
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Friday, April 01, 2016
How Baby Boomers Will Change Philanthropy - The Experts - WSJ
How Baby Boomers Will Change Philanthropy - The Experts - WSJ: "Billion-dollar charitable donations and pledges from the likes of Bill Gates, Warren Buffett and now Mark Zuckerberg have been big news in recent years. But under the radar lie millions more–over five million, according to Nielsen–retired and soon-to-retire “affluent” households with net worth of $1 million and above.
More important than their current count is this group’s growth: faster than any other wealth cohort."
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More important than their current count is this group’s growth: faster than any other wealth cohort."
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Thursday, March 31, 2016
New York Archdiocese Auctioning Papal Hatchback for Charity - ABC News
New York Archdiocese Auctioning Papal Hatchback for Charity - ABC News: "The Archdiocese of New York is auctioning off one of two vehicles Pope Francis used during his trip to New York City in September.
The New York Times reports ( http://nyti.ms/1olDJMR ) the auction on CharityBuzz.com began March 17 when the Fiat 500 Lounge hatchback appeared in the St. Patrick's Day parade in New York. It ends Thursday afternoon."
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The New York Times reports ( http://nyti.ms/1olDJMR ) the auction on CharityBuzz.com began March 17 when the Fiat 500 Lounge hatchback appeared in the St. Patrick's Day parade in New York. It ends Thursday afternoon."
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The wounded truth about the Wounded Warrior Project | Washington Examiner
The wounded truth about the Wounded Warrior Project | Washington Examiner: "The wounded truth about the Wounded Warrior Project
By STEVEN NARDIZZI & AL GIORDANO • 3/30/16 12:02 AM"
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By STEVEN NARDIZZI & AL GIORDANO • 3/30/16 12:02 AM"
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The Role of the Nonprofit Board in Hiring an Executive Director
The Role of the Nonprofit Board in Hiring an Executive Director: "We all know the importance of a strong Executive Director/CEO for a nonprofit. A good Executive Director will make all the difference in how well a nonprofit performs in fulfilling its mission. For better or worse, leadership trumps all else, except for the nature of the cause itself.
What is the proper role of the Board in hiring nonprofit leadership? The simple answer is that it has the top role. The Board, as the governing body of the nonprofit, has the responsibility and opportunity to hire the Executive Director. This is the most important decision that Board members will make during their tenure."
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What is the proper role of the Board in hiring nonprofit leadership? The simple answer is that it has the top role. The Board, as the governing body of the nonprofit, has the responsibility and opportunity to hire the Executive Director. This is the most important decision that Board members will make during their tenure."
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A giving strategy that passes to the next generation - The NonProfit TimesThe NonProfit Times
A giving strategy that passes to the next generation - The NonProfit TimesThe NonProfit Times: "A giving strategy that passes to the next generation
by The NonProfit Times - March 21, 2016
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicle in the country. One reason they’ve grown so much, so fast is their accessibility. You don’t have to be ultra-wealthy to have a philanthropic strategy and an organized giving vehicle to execute it."
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by The NonProfit Times - March 21, 2016
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicle in the country. One reason they’ve grown so much, so fast is their accessibility. You don’t have to be ultra-wealthy to have a philanthropic strategy and an organized giving vehicle to execute it."
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Wednesday, March 30, 2016
The AFP Blog: The (Non)Impact of Political Campaigns on Charitable Fundraising
The AFP Blog: The (Non)Impact of Political Campaigns on Charitable Fundraising: "The (Non)Impact of Political Campaigns on Charitable Fundraising
Some great new research came out last week from Blackbaud about how political giving impacts nonprofit support.
I was pleased to be able to write the forward for the report, which you can find here, but the findings bear repeating.
Using data from the 2012 presidential campaigns, the research found that political donors tracked by the Federal Election Commission gave more to charities in 2012 than they did in 2011."
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Some great new research came out last week from Blackbaud about how political giving impacts nonprofit support.
I was pleased to be able to write the forward for the report, which you can find here, but the findings bear repeating.
Using data from the 2012 presidential campaigns, the research found that political donors tracked by the Federal Election Commission gave more to charities in 2012 than they did in 2011."
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Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Delaware groups hope donors ‘Do More’ in June - The Journal | The Journal
Delaware groups hope donors ‘Do More’ in June - The Journal | The Journal: "he fundraising campaign new to the state will help Delaware organizations move along with the changing philanthropic landscape, according to Debbie Armstrong of United Way.
“And the exciting thing is that this is not just United Way fundraiser,” she said of the collaborative effort with the Delaware Community Foundation, Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement, Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Brandywine Chapter and Delaware Grantmakers Association.
The goal, she continued, is to engage at least 250 not-for-profit organizations in the attempt at raising a collective $500,000 on June 2 from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m."
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“And the exciting thing is that this is not just United Way fundraiser,” she said of the collaborative effort with the Delaware Community Foundation, Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement, Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Brandywine Chapter and Delaware Grantmakers Association.
The goal, she continued, is to engage at least 250 not-for-profit organizations in the attempt at raising a collective $500,000 on June 2 from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m."
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Thorny Issues Accompany Flaps Over Big Naming-Rights Gifts - The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Thorny Issues Accompany Flaps Over Big Naming-Rights Gifts - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "Thorny Issues Accompany Flaps Over Big Naming-Rights Gifts
Town & Country magazine looks at social and psychological dimensions of megadonations that have sparked controversies over the donors' naming demands.
The article considers prominent recent cases — such as Lincoln Center's main concert hall being renamed for David Geffen after a $100 million contribution and an abortive $20 million gift to Paul Smith's College that hinged on donor Joan Weill being added to the institution's name — that fueled criticism that the philanthropists' primary interest was egotistical rather than altruistic."
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Town & Country magazine looks at social and psychological dimensions of megadonations that have sparked controversies over the donors' naming demands.
The article considers prominent recent cases — such as Lincoln Center's main concert hall being renamed for David Geffen after a $100 million contribution and an abortive $20 million gift to Paul Smith's College that hinged on donor Joan Weill being added to the institution's name — that fueled criticism that the philanthropists' primary interest was egotistical rather than altruistic."
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Why Do the Ultra Wealthy Give? | Wealth-X
Why Do the Ultra Wealthy Give? | Wealth-X: "What motivates the ultra wealthy to give?
Wealth-X conducted an Attitudes Survey in conjunction with Knight Frank to gain insights into the perspectives and behaviors of the ultra wealthy around wealth management, philanthropy, wealth transfer and more. The survey was based on the views of around 400 of the world’s leading private bankers and wealth advisors who, between them, manage assets for about 45,000 ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals with a combined wealth of over US$500 billion."
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Wealth-X conducted an Attitudes Survey in conjunction with Knight Frank to gain insights into the perspectives and behaviors of the ultra wealthy around wealth management, philanthropy, wealth transfer and more. The survey was based on the views of around 400 of the world’s leading private bankers and wealth advisors who, between them, manage assets for about 45,000 ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals with a combined wealth of over US$500 billion."
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Is Each Site in Your Nonprofit Network Raising as Much Revenue as It Can? | Nonprofit Quarterly delivers the latest news and investigative reports
Is Each Site in Your Nonprofit Network Raising as Much Revenue as It Can? | Nonprofit Quarterly delivers the latest news and investigative reports: "o date, only a few nonprofit networks have experience with share of wallet.2 The United Way, for example, which has a strong analytical tradition and something of a private sector mindset, already uses a form of share of wallet to analyze fundraising performance across its affiliates. But the concept appears to be catching on. The Bridgespan Group, for instance, recently worked with several nonprofit networks to adapt the tool, and many others are thinking about how to incorporate it into their fundraising efforts. Sondra Madison, national vice president for operations and collaborative strategy at Boys and Girls Clubs of America, noted, “This kind of analysis has come up in our conversations with clubs. We love the idea of this, and it wouldn’t be too laborious to implement.”"
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As Wounded Warrior Appoints Interim COO, Whistleblower Wonders If Insider Can Address Culture | Nonprofit Quarterly delivers the latest news and investigative reports
As Wounded Warrior Appoints Interim COO, Whistleblower Wonders If Insider Can Address Culture | Nonprofit Quarterly delivers the latest news and investigative reports: "WWP Board Chair Anthony Odierno’s announcement to employees reads, in part, “[Fletcher’s] impressive background and experience in both the military and private sector makes him uniquely well positioned to lead our organization while the board continues its comprehensive search for a permanent CEO.”
But whistleblower Erick Millette worries about Fletcher’s insider status. “I think it’s great they recognize they need senior military leadership within the executive level at Wounded Warrior Project,” Millette said. “However, bringing someone on from the advisory board concerns me because that person may have biased views.”"
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But whistleblower Erick Millette worries about Fletcher’s insider status. “I think it’s great they recognize they need senior military leadership within the executive level at Wounded Warrior Project,” Millette said. “However, bringing someone on from the advisory board concerns me because that person may have biased views.”"
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Think Of Your Nonprofit As A Magazine - The NonProfit TimesThe NonProfit Times
Think Of Your Nonprofit As A Magazine - The NonProfit Times: "The difference is that magazines, and other for-profits, are boasting sizable leads compared to nonprofits in such metrics. Magazines beat nonprofits in average direct-mail response rate (4% to 1.5%), according to Anne and Josef Kottler of Sage Communications in Framingham, Mass., and hold a 70% to 40% advantage in average retention rate. The Kottlers, citing an Association of Fundraising Professionals survey, stated that less than 3% of organizations claim a retention rate of 70% or better.
The Kottlers took aim at narrowing the gap between for-profit institutions such as magazines and nonprofits during their program “What Nonprofits Can Learn from For-Profits” during the recent DMA 2016 Washington Nonprofit Conference. Key takeaways from the session included:"
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The Kottlers took aim at narrowing the gap between for-profit institutions such as magazines and nonprofits during their program “What Nonprofits Can Learn from For-Profits” during the recent DMA 2016 Washington Nonprofit Conference. Key takeaways from the session included:"
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Three WSSU alumni to particpate in rickshaw charity event in India - Winston-Salem Journal: Local News
Three WSSU alumni to particpate in rickshaw charity event in India - Winston-Salem Journal: Local News: "Three alumni of Winston-Salem State University say they will tap into their adventurous spirit next month in India.
They will drive across that country in a motorized rickshaw to raise money in a charitable event."
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They will drive across that country in a motorized rickshaw to raise money in a charitable event."
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Monday, March 28, 2016
Activists and Philanthropists Make Fortune Leadership List - The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Activists and Philanthropists Make Fortune Leadership List - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "Among those recognized in the magazine's third annual leadership list were David Miliband, chief executive of the International Rescue Committee, which works on behalf of refugees; Rosie Batty, an Australian woman who launched a campaign against domestic violence after her 11-year-old son was killed by his father; and Mina Guli, another Australian activist who founded an organization to promote water conservation."
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Funding Freeze Hits Natural History Museum Collections - The Atlantic
Funding Freeze Hits Natural History Museum Collections - The Atlantic: "On March 16, the U.S. National Science Foundation indefinitely pressed the pause button on the Collections in Support of Biological Research (CSBR) Program—a scheme that funds the care, organization, maintenance, and cataloguing of biological collections. That includes everything from museum specimens to tissue banks to stocks of laboratory flies or fungi."
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The AFP Blog-Hope in Dark Times
The AFP Blog: "
These are dark times. We felt battered by the news from Brussels yesterday morning. Everywhere we look we see evidence of man's inhumanity to man, the apparent crumbling of the sense of responsibility to work for a common good, towards shared objectives.
I know that, personally, I have struggled to make sense of this over the last few years, especially at times like this. It seems as if the values that I believe in have become irrelevant.
Yet I left Boston after this year's conference with a sense of renewed optimism, of hope and with a belief in the future. Why?
It was not just one thing. There was the commitment, passion and experience we heard and felt in the sessions. There was the reaching out and sharing with one another."
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These are dark times. We felt battered by the news from Brussels yesterday morning. Everywhere we look we see evidence of man's inhumanity to man, the apparent crumbling of the sense of responsibility to work for a common good, towards shared objectives.
I know that, personally, I have struggled to make sense of this over the last few years, especially at times like this. It seems as if the values that I believe in have become irrelevant.
Yet I left Boston after this year's conference with a sense of renewed optimism, of hope and with a belief in the future. Why?
It was not just one thing. There was the commitment, passion and experience we heard and felt in the sessions. There was the reaching out and sharing with one another."
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