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11 USES OF AI FOR NONPROFITS

Posted by DonorSearch

DBD Group is proud to offer this guest blog from our partners at DonorSearch. Learn more about them at the link below. 

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Topics: Fundraising, Annual Campaign, Donor Engagement, Donor Prospect, Cultivation, Data Management, Development, Donor, Donor Identification, A.I.

EXPLORING AI USE WITH YOUR NONPROFIT'S CASE FOR SUPPORT

Posted by Lindsay Casavant

If you're anything like me, you've probably found yourself staring at a blank document titled "Case for Support" more than once in your career. That moment when you need to distill your organization's entire heart and soul, its mission, impact, and vision, into something that resonates with potential supporters.  

I've been a part of a few conversations lately about navigating the changing landscape of nonprofit communications. One theme keeps emerging: many of us are cautiously exploring how new tools, including AI, might help with fundamental development work like crafting a case for support—without losing the authentic human connection that is at the core of what we do. 

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Topics: Collaborations, Communications, Donor Stewardship, Stewardship, Fundraising, Case For Support, Annual Campaign, Donor Communications, Change, Financial Development, Capital, Fundraising Management, Case Statement, Inspiration, Donor Relations, Donor Prospect, Fund Development, Execution, Communication, Productivity, Development, Ideas, Curiosity, ai, Artificial Intelligence

USE AI TO SURPRISE AND DELIGHT DONORS

We live in uncertain times, with constant social, political, and economic shifts. During the American War of Independence Lord Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington at Yorktown while the British band played the tune “the world turned upside down”. The most powerful army in the world had just been defeated by the American patriots. It must have indeed seemed like the world was upside down.

Today, nonprofit leaders may feel similarly challenged, as the funding and practices they have counted on in the past may no longer be available in the same ways. Whether you work in a nonprofit or volunteer as a board member, navigating uncertainty is part of the job description. Strategic management of resources is key to managing these uncertainties and ensuring your organization’s ability to fulfill its mission.

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Topics: Collaborations, Donor Stewardship, Stewardship, Fundraising, Annual Campaign, Change, Financial Development, Capital, Inspiration, Donor Relations, Donor Prospect, Fund Development, Execution, Communication, Productivity, Development, Ideas, Curiosity, Artificial Intelligence

NEW YEAR NEW OPPORTUNITIES

Posted by Bruce Berglund

As we turn the page on the calendar and step into a new year, nonprofit leaders everywhere are greeted with a world of opportunity. The new year is more than just a fresh start; it’s a chance to reflect, reimagine, and reignite our passion for the causes we serve.

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Topics: Leadership, Donor Stewardship, Stewardship, Fundraising, Gratitude, Annual Campaign, Goals, Donor Love, Vision, Donor Relations, Fund Development, Fundraising Campaign, Execution, Communication, Cultivation, Development, Campaign Planning, Donor

FACING THE GAP: CREATING A FOURTH QUARTER MINDSET

Posted by Kennerly Benraty

Whether you’re looking to finish strong on an already successful year, or you’re looking to close a gap to goal, this story of a high school wrestling tournament offers four ways to help any team reach their goal in the face of adversity.

First, let me set the stage…

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Topics: Success Stories, Fundraising, Major Gifts, Annual Campaign, Donor Communications, Campaign Leadership, Financial Development, Purpose, Annual Fundraising, Fundraising Management, End Of Year, Planning, Fundraising Campaign, Development, Preparation

10 WAYS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR GRANT FUNDING PROPOSALS

Posted by Kim Hinrichs

As our clients seek to finish the year strong, we are helping them navigate the changing landscape of grant writing with its new challenges and opportunities. Staying ahead of the curve is crucial for anyone looking to secure funding in a competitive environment. Here’s a look at the latest trends that we are seeing in grant writing. Consider using these strategies to refine your approach and increase your chances of success.

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Topics: Fundraising, Major Gifts, Annual Campaign, Donor Communications, Campaign Leadership, Financial Development, Annual Fundraising, Fundraising Management, End Of Year, Capital Fundraising, Fundraising Campaign, Development, Preparation, grants, grant writing

Leveraging Fundraising Basics: Lessons from Giving USA 2022

When the Giving USA 2022 report was released earlier this year, this key finding left many nonprofit professionals concerned: Total dollars given was down 10.5%* to $499.33 billion.

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Topics: Donor Cultivation, Fundraising, Annual Campaign, Donor Communications, Financial Development, Donor Management, Donor Engagement, Giving Usa

DO MORE WITH LESS

Posted by DBD Team

By Jan Brogdon and Robyn Furness-Fallin

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Topics: Annual Campaign, Annual, Annual Fundraising, Church Fundraising, Church Stewardship

ENERGIZING MAJOR GIFTS

Posted by Jan Brogdon

For the past two years, DBD Group has been working with a cohort of nonprofit leaders from across the country on strategies for improving annual giving. While there are many learnings to be shared, I think the most interesting may be what we’ve learned in developed major gift relationships.

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Topics: Annual Campaign, Annual, Annual Fundraising

MISSION-DRIVEN GOALS

Posted by Lora Dow

If you’re part of an established nonprofit, faith-based organization, or school, you’re very familiar with fundraising goals. If you’re part of the leadership of such an organization, you may have even been part of setting those goals.

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Topics: Leadership, Annual Campaign, Goal Setting, Goals

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