The State of Fundraising in 2023

By |2024-11-22T14:07:53-05:00November 29th, 2023|

In today’s fundraising landscape, marked by a noticeable decrease in overall giving, dwindling donor numbers, and falling retention rates, it’s important for fundraisers to consider new fundraising strategies and approaches. This is an opportune moment to critically evaluate established fundraising methods and philosophies and evaluate the role of data and technology infrastructure in supporting these methods. In this post, we will discuss the current challenges in nonprofit fundraising. We will challenge current fundraising philosophies – debunking the commonly held belief that wealth dictates generosity – and offer an alternative approach. [...]

Unlocking the Power of Nonprofit Digital Transformation: Expert Tips for Success

By |2024-11-22T14:24:18-05:00June 27th, 2023|

In today’s digital age, nonprofit organizations face unique challenges and opportunities when it comes to digital transformation. To stay relevant, increase their impact, and effectively fulfill their missions, nonprofits must embrace the power of digital technology. In this article, we will explore six expert tips for nonprofit CEOs specifically tailored to achieving successful digital transformation in their organizations. […]

The Nonprofit’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence

By |2024-11-22T14:24:18-05:00May 18th, 2023|

The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened new avenues for digital transformation. Nonprofit professionals have a unique opportunity to embrace this new technology. However, the vast terminology, rapid advancements, and ethical considerations can make exploring AI a daunting task. […]

The Essentials of Nonprofit CRM Reporting

By |2025-03-21T10:17:28-04:00January 5th, 2023|

Nonprofit CRM reporting is essential for organizations to drive effective decision-making based upon their donor data. In this blog post, we define CRM reporting including report types, benefits of reporting, helpful reports, as well as tips to ensure you generate the most impact from your CRM reporting. […]

Empower Your Nonprofit Staff to Perform Higher Value Work

By |2024-11-22T14:26:15-05:00April 7th, 2022|

Instead of having to “do more with less,” here’s how your nonprofit can better allocate resources to “do more with more.” Since the Great Recession, nonprofit organizations have grown in both size and number. Donation participation and gift totals are at an all-time high. […]

Microsoft’s New Partnership Philosophy

By |2024-11-22T14:26:01-05:00November 30th, 2021|

Not one to sit idle, Microsoft has been on a big-time partnership kick over the past year. Cooperation and partnerships appear to be the new vision for Microsoft. Since Satya Nadella took over as CEO of Microsoft two years ago, replacing Steve Ballmer, Microsoft has worked hard to cultivate its image to align with the company’s new direction. […]

Latest Acquisition Boosts Microsoft Data Insight

By |2024-11-22T20:24:59-05:00November 30th, 2021|

In other great Microsoft news, it was announced that the software giant recently completed the acquisition of Metanautix, a data analysis company whose aim is to tear down data silos in order to “connect the ‘data supply chain,’ no matter what [sic] the type, size or location of an organization’s data.” […]

Must-Have Software: What Nonprofits Want

By |2024-11-22T14:26:15-05:00November 30th, 2021|

New report sheds light on nonprofit software challenges What drives nonprofits to seek out new fundraising software? What types of functionality are they searching for? Which are ‘must-have’ features and which are ‘nice-to-haves’? […]