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Introduction The world faces a myriad of challenges, ranging from poverty and hunger to climate change and inequality. To tackle these global issues and pave the way for a better future, the United Nations (UN) has set forth a structure known as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These 17 goals, with their ambitious targets, serve as a roadmap for sustainable ...

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April – National Volunteer Month & Volunteer Week Every year, during April we celebrate National Volunteer Month & Volunteer Week in certain countries, when people recognize and celebrate the contributions of volunteers in their communities, non only individuals but also the many volunteer-run organizations. It is also a time to encourage more people to get i...

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What is End of Year Giving The end of each year is a special time - not just for holiday shopping, but also for nonprofit charity! Statistically, a good chunk of your annual donation total will come in around then - around 17% in December alone! Since this is a special occasion, you’ll need to start making plans. The earlier the better - that chaotic rush to meet ...

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What is a board of directors? A board of directors is the leading group behind a nonprofit organization. It can have a variety of roles, but the must-haves are the president, the secretary, and the treasurer. These three will work in concert to control the nonprofit’s high-level decision making, and fill specific niches that others cannot. The board of directors...

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What Is Donor Retention? In general terms, “donor retention” refers to the strategies and tactics used to engage anyone interested in donating to your organization, or to re-engage people who’ve already done so. The exact methods are extremely varied - useful in different situations, and can have varying effectiveness for different people. What is constant, thou...

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Why are newsletters effective at supporting your communication? A newsletter is a cost-effective way of building relationships and regularly communicating with clients, customers, and business partners. They often contain important information, news, promotions, or updates your audience might be interested in.Table Of Contents Share your organization's story Thank d...

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What is a giving circle? A giving circle is a type of philanthropy in which individuals donate their time or money to a collective fund. Said collective then determines to which charity the fund should be donated, and attempts to become more knowledgeable of the challenges addressed by the charity. Structure of giving circles 1. Informal Informal giving circles can v...

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What is a Charity Scam? Charity fraud is the use of deceit to extort money from those who believe they are making charitable contributions. These fake charities do little to no work- instead, the creator of the fake charity lines their pockets with these stolen funds. How to Avoid Charity Scams 1. Do some research Before giving to any charity, the first thing that n...

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When a contributor decides to make a monthly, ongoing donation to your organization rather than a one-time gift, this is referred to as a recurring donation.  5 Steps on how to retain donors with recurring donations   1. Thank donors within 48 hours Make sure to thank your donors within 24 to 48 hours of receiving a donation. Any form of thanks, whether it's ...

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