Live from AFP: Whoopi Goldberg wants to change gala menus - The NonProfit TimesThe NonProfit Times: "Whoopi Goldberg offered up suggestions to shake up gala menus (“More ginger ale, less chicken”), compared fundraisers to Krishnas (“But you’re not a cult”) and even shared some risque donor recognition methods during her keynote at the opening session of the 52nd annual Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) International Fundraising Conference."
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Monday, March 30, 2015
3 Annoying Networking Myths | Paul Nazareth | LinkedIn
3 Annoying Networking Myths | Paul Nazareth | LinkedIn: "Usually when someone reaches out after a long time I hear "oh Paul, you're such a great networker. I'm just too busy to do anything but my job and keep my life running on schedule".
What I think is really going on is that all the networking events and conferences out there are perpetuating these three myths. And in doing so are shortchanging professionals out of the very tangible benefits of building this vital habit. Let's bust up those myths shall we?"
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What I think is really going on is that all the networking events and conferences out there are perpetuating these three myths. And in doing so are shortchanging professionals out of the very tangible benefits of building this vital habit. Let's bust up those myths shall we?"
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Most Charities Exceeded Fundraising Goals Last Year, Study Finds - The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Most Charities Exceeded Fundraising Goals Last Year, Study Finds - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "The annual study was commissioned by the Nonprofit Research Collaborative, a group of seven organizations that conduct research on nonprofits, advise charities on fundraising, or provide fundraising credentials. It was based on survey responses in January and February from nearly 13,500 charitable organizations in Canada and the United States. The annual survey seeks responses from a different set of nonprofit organizations each year, though many participate year after year."
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Willis Turner There Are Surprise People in Your Fundraising Audience : FundRaising Success
Willis Turner There Are Surprise People in Your Fundraising Audience : FundRaising Success: "Whoopi Goldberg spoke last night at the Association of Fundraising Professionals International Fundraising Conference and said something unexpected.
Goldberg has a long and impressive history as an advocate for many important causes over the years. So a questioner asked her who, among the current generation of celebrities, were some people who were making a difference through their generosity."
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Goldberg has a long and impressive history as an advocate for many important causes over the years. So a questioner asked her who, among the current generation of celebrities, were some people who were making a difference through their generosity."
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Why We're Making Bloomerang Open To The Public During #AFPFC
Why We're Making Bloomerang Open To The Public During #AFPFC: "To celebrate the upcoming Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) International Fundraising Conference, we are opening up the Bloomerang software to the public.
Lots of vendors offer free trials and free versions, but only after you jump through hoops and tell your life story to a sales rep. We’re offering access with no hoops or strings attached. All you have to do is fill out this form and you’ll be using the real, full Bloomerang application within minutes.
Why are you doing this?
Have you ever signed an expensive, long-term contract for a product that you didn’t really have a chance to truly test drive first? Now’s your chance to look under the hood."
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Lots of vendors offer free trials and free versions, but only after you jump through hoops and tell your life story to a sales rep. We’re offering access with no hoops or strings attached. All you have to do is fill out this form and you’ll be using the real, full Bloomerang application within minutes.
Why are you doing this?
Have you ever signed an expensive, long-term contract for a product that you didn’t really have a chance to truly test drive first? Now’s your chance to look under the hood."
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#afpfc Stewardship in a Small Shop: Lasting Relationships with Donors | #Problem/or/Opportunity
#afpfc Stewardship in a Small Shop: Lasting Relationships with Donors | #Problem/or/Opportunity: "Presenter: Jennifer Pelton, CFRE, AFP Master Trainer
Takeaways
Gratitude as the word of the year – feeling, connecting to another human being. Everyone is involved. We are stewards in relationships witb donors, everyone! One way to engage board members in helping to show gratitude is by having them write thank you cards to donors."
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Takeaways
Gratitude as the word of the year – feeling, connecting to another human being. Everyone is involved. We are stewards in relationships witb donors, everyone! One way to engage board members in helping to show gratitude is by having them write thank you cards to donors."
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#afpfc Becoming an Organizational Architect: A 7-Step Formula for Leading Happy & Healthy Fundraisers | #Problem/or/Opportunity
#afpfc Becoming an Organizational Architect: A 7-Step Formula for Leading Happy & Healthy Fundraisers | #Problem/or/Opportunity: "The fundraiser position is not for everyone so if a person shouldn’t be in it, that’s another story. This is more about those who are in it and may want to continue.
This session covered some of the reasons why fundraisers resign – there are many reasons – and was based on findings from focus groups of 8 individuals and 4 groups. Individuals particpating in the focus groups were asked to identify negative and positive voluntary resignations i.e. an individual saying, “I no longer wish to be employed at the organization”."
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This session covered some of the reasons why fundraisers resign – there are many reasons – and was based on findings from focus groups of 8 individuals and 4 groups. Individuals particpating in the focus groups were asked to identify negative and positive voluntary resignations i.e. an individual saying, “I no longer wish to be employed at the organization”."
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Nearly 75% of Charities Met Fundraising Goals in 2014
Nearly 75% of Charities Met Fundraising Goals in 2014: "BALTIMORE, March 30, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The latest survey by The Nonprofit Research Collaborative finds that 73 percent of charities met their fundraising goals in 2014, the best result since the group began asking the question in 2010 and a marked increase over the 63 percent that met goal in 2013.
In addition, 63 percent of 2014 respondents saw growth in funds raised (most nonprofits increase their annual fundraising every year), the best result since the annual surveys began in 2010.
The Nonprofit Research Collaborative's (NRC) Winter 2015 report asked organizations to compare their 2014 fundraising results with what they raised in 2013. The NRC survey collected data from more than 1,200 organizations in the U.S. and Canada about charitable receipts in 2014. The Winter 2015 report is the fifth annual report using the same methods and same questions.
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In addition, 63 percent of 2014 respondents saw growth in funds raised (most nonprofits increase their annual fundraising every year), the best result since the annual surveys began in 2010.
The Nonprofit Research Collaborative's (NRC) Winter 2015 report asked organizations to compare their 2014 fundraising results with what they raised in 2013. The NRC survey collected data from more than 1,200 organizations in the U.S. and Canada about charitable receipts in 2014. The Winter 2015 report is the fifth annual report using the same methods and same questions.
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Friday, March 27, 2015
Attention #AFPFC Attendees: It's Time to Join the #Giveolution | npENGAGE
Attention #AFPFC Attendees: It's Time to Join the #Giveolution | npENGAGE: "We couldn’t be more excited about where the global philanthropic community is headed. This industry is changing faster than ever before.
At Blackbaud, we’re calling this change the Giveolution."
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At Blackbaud, we’re calling this change the Giveolution."
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Benefit from the AFP Conference, Even If You Don’t Go | Michael Rosen Says...
Benefit from the AFP Conference, Even If You Don’t Go | Michael Rosen Says...: "Over the past few weeks, I’ve written several AFP Conference preview articles. In case you’ve missed any, here is a complete list:
“Building Donor Loyalty: What’s New?”
“Tom Ahern: 3 Questions Your Case for Support Must Answer“
“Stephen Pidgeon: What’s Holding Back Your Legacy Fundraising?“
“3 Mistakes You Make When You Meet Prospects“
“Bernard Ross Reveals the Next Big Thing in Fundraising!“
“Discover What Company CSR Executives are Thinking“
“I Wish I’d Thought of That!”"
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“Building Donor Loyalty: What’s New?”
“Tom Ahern: 3 Questions Your Case for Support Must Answer“
“Stephen Pidgeon: What’s Holding Back Your Legacy Fundraising?“
“3 Mistakes You Make When You Meet Prospects“
“Bernard Ross Reveals the Next Big Thing in Fundraising!“
“Discover What Company CSR Executives are Thinking“
“I Wish I’d Thought of That!”"
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Whooping it up in Westminster, Baltimore and sunny Bahrain | Third Sector
Whooping it up in Westminster, Baltimore and sunny Bahrain | Third Sector: "The star attraction at the annual US bunfight of the Association of Fundraising Professionals in Baltimore, Maryland, at the end of March is the zany Hollywood star Whoopi Goldberg."
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NewSci launches "Change The World" contest at upcoming AFP International Fundraising Conference | PRLog
NewSci launches "Change The World" contest at upcoming AFP International Fundraising Conference | PRLog: "NewSci today announced the Change the World contest to be held at the AFP International Fundraising Conference (http://afpfc.com) from March 29- 31 in Baltimore, MD, NewSci LLC.
"NewSci will be providing every participant the opportunity to share their big idea with the world in form of 15 second video.
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"NewSci will be providing every participant the opportunity to share their big idea with the world in form of 15 second video.
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AFP, Relationship Science Announce Strategic Partnership - Press - AFP
AFP, Relationship Science Announce Strategic Partnership - Press - AFP: "March 25, 2015
Enterprise Technology Company Helps Identify High-Impact Donors
(Arlington, VA) The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the largest community of fundraising professionals in the world, has announced a new strategic partnership with Relationship Science (RelSci), a technology solutions company that enables organizations to strategically leverage the collective connections of employees, executives, and board members in order to shorten fundraising cycles and identify high-impact donors."
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Enterprise Technology Company Helps Identify High-Impact Donors
(Arlington, VA) The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the largest community of fundraising professionals in the world, has announced a new strategic partnership with Relationship Science (RelSci), a technology solutions company that enables organizations to strategically leverage the collective connections of employees, executives, and board members in order to shorten fundraising cycles and identify high-impact donors."
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Thursday, March 26, 2015
Former Load of Fun building in Station North adds tenants - Baltimore Business Journal
Former Load of Fun building in Station North adds tenants - Baltimore Business Journal: "The tenants that will occupy the building's third floor are all small arts or community-oriented nonprofits. They include Arts Everyday, which promotes arts education in city schools; Neighborhood Design Center, which does pro-bono community planning; and Maryland Citizens for the Arts, which leads statewide arts advocacy efforts."
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We Hope to See You Soon at the AFP International Fundraising Conference! | Forward Together
We Hope to See You Soon at the AFP International Fundraising Conference! | Forward Together: "Look who made the Must See at AFP list, published by Guidestar: Abila’s own VP of Marketing, Tad Druart!
If you’re headed to the AFP International Fundraising Conference in Baltimore this coming weekend, you’ll want to attend Tad’s session, Sunday, March 29 from 3 to 3:45 p.m. During his talk, “What Really Matters? 2015 Donor Engagement Study – Aligning Nonprofit Strategy with Donor Preferences,” Tad will preview the results from a recent Abila survey fielded to both fundraising professionals and nonprofit supporters."
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If you’re headed to the AFP International Fundraising Conference in Baltimore this coming weekend, you’ll want to attend Tad’s session, Sunday, March 29 from 3 to 3:45 p.m. During his talk, “What Really Matters? 2015 Donor Engagement Study – Aligning Nonprofit Strategy with Donor Preferences,” Tad will preview the results from a recent Abila survey fielded to both fundraising professionals and nonprofit supporters."
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AFP Announces Strategic Partnership with Abila | Business Wire
PRESS RELEASE
AFP Announces Strategic Partnership with Abila | Business Wire: "ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the largest community of fundraising professionals in the world, has announced a new strategic partnership with Abila, a leading provider of software and services to nonprofits and associations that help them improve decision making, execute with greater precision, increase engagement, and generate more revenue.
“With our partnership, Abila shows it believes that serving the sector means more than just providing software and services”
Abila joins AFP’s Strategic Partners program at the highest level: Premier Partner. The Strategic Partners Program supports AFP’s mission to advance effective fundraising in nonprofits around the world through the provision of top-notch, cutting-edge education and training and the promulgation of the highest ethical standards in the profession."
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AFP Announces Strategic Partnership with Abila | Business Wire: "ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the largest community of fundraising professionals in the world, has announced a new strategic partnership with Abila, a leading provider of software and services to nonprofits and associations that help them improve decision making, execute with greater precision, increase engagement, and generate more revenue.
“With our partnership, Abila shows it believes that serving the sector means more than just providing software and services”
Abila joins AFP’s Strategic Partners program at the highest level: Premier Partner. The Strategic Partners Program supports AFP’s mission to advance effective fundraising in nonprofits around the world through the provision of top-notch, cutting-edge education and training and the promulgation of the highest ethical standards in the profession."
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Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Johns Hopkins Had A Healthy Prescription For Business And Education - Investors.com
Johns Hopkins Had A Healthy Prescription For Business And Education - Investors.com: "ohns Hopkins (1795-1873) "was a frugal and humble man who saw no reason to leave monuments to himself, so he destroyed most of his personal papers and business correspondence once they had outlived their immediate purpose," James Stimpert, senior reference archivist at Johns Hopkins University's Sheridan Libraries, told IBD.
Hopkins' bequest of $7 million (worth $138 million today) to his namesake institutions was the largest U.S. donation at the time, presaging Andrew Carnegie's call to philanthropy — in the form of the 1889 article "The Gospel of Wealth" — by more than a decade."
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Hopkins' bequest of $7 million (worth $138 million today) to his namesake institutions was the largest U.S. donation at the time, presaging Andrew Carnegie's call to philanthropy — in the form of the 1889 article "The Gospel of Wealth" — by more than a decade."
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The AFP Blog: See You in Charm City!
The AFP Blog: See You in Charm City!: "See You in Charm City!
The AFP 52nd International Fundraising Conference in Baltimore, Md., is almost upon us, and I’m looking forward to seeing you all there.
There’s so much going on at the conference—with over 100 educational sessions, the Marketplace, three amazing general session speakers, to name just a few—but I what I really love are all of the people. Seeing everyone there—thousands of fundraisers from all regions of the world—is an exhilarating experience."
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The AFP 52nd International Fundraising Conference in Baltimore, Md., is almost upon us, and I’m looking forward to seeing you all there.
There’s so much going on at the conference—with over 100 educational sessions, the Marketplace, three amazing general session speakers, to name just a few—but I what I really love are all of the people. Seeing everyone there—thousands of fundraisers from all regions of the world—is an exhilarating experience."
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Join us at AFP's Fundraising Conference!
Join us at AFP's Fundraising Conference!: "Oh, and did we mention - Salsa will be there! Be sure to come say hi to us at Booth #323. We’ll have a lounge area set up complete with Ms Pacman and lots of fun swag. We’d love for you to stop by. "
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Three Musts Before AFP 2015 in Baltimore
Three Musts Before AFP 2015 in Baltimore: "One of our favorite nonprofit fundraising conferences is upon us—and we’re less than a week away. And although your schedule is undoubtedly chock-full right up until that flight or drive in to Baltimore, there are a few key steps you need to make sure happen before the conference.
Get the most out of your AFP conference experience by coming to the conference ready to take in the content."
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Get the most out of your AFP conference experience by coming to the conference ready to take in the content."
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I Wish I’d Thought of That! | Michael Rosen Says...
I Wish I’d Thought of That! | Michael Rosen Says...: "Now, the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Showcase of Fundraising Innovation and Inspiration have teamed up to make that task easier. At the AFP International Fundraising Conference (Baltimore, March 29-31, 2015), AFP and SOFII will host the session “I Wish I’d Thought of That!”
IWITOT is a unique seminar that will be moderated by Ken Burnett, Founder of SOFII, and involve 16 top-notch fundraising professionals who will each have up to seven-minutes to present his/her IWITOT brilliant idea. T"
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IWITOT is a unique seminar that will be moderated by Ken Burnett, Founder of SOFII, and involve 16 top-notch fundraising professionals who will each have up to seven-minutes to present his/her IWITOT brilliant idea. T"
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Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Make The Most Of Fundraising Conferences - #fundchat
Make The Most Of Fundraising Conferences - #fundchat: "With the the annual International Fundraising Conference is taking place in Baltimore at the end of the month, many professional fundraisers are packing their bags, reviewing session titles, and making dinner plans with colleagues."
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VanillaSoft Announces Participation in AFP International Fundraising Conference
PRESS RE:LEASE
VanillaSoft Announces Participation in AFP International Fundraising Conference: "VanillaSoft, an award-winning provider of phonathon and tele-fundraising software, will participate in the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) International Fundraising Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, March 29 – March 31, 2015. The AFP International Fundraising Conference is the world’s largest gathering of professionals dedicated to building the charitable sector. The event will be held at the Baltimore Convention Center."
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VanillaSoft Announces Participation in AFP International Fundraising Conference: "VanillaSoft, an award-winning provider of phonathon and tele-fundraising software, will participate in the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) International Fundraising Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, March 29 – March 31, 2015. The AFP International Fundraising Conference is the world’s largest gathering of professionals dedicated to building the charitable sector. The event will be held at the Baltimore Convention Center."
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Monday, March 23, 2015
11 Can’t-Miss Sessions at #AFPFC 2015 | npENGAGE
11 Can’t-Miss Sessions at #AFPFC 2015 | npENGAGE: "The final countdown begins now: One week until AFP’s International Fundraising Conference! Every year we leave the conference brimming with inspiring ideas and connections, but this year we’re even more excited than ever by AFP’s renewed commitment to focus the conference on you—the passionate, hardworking professionals that power the philanthropic sector day-in and day-out. Every single one of their sessions promises to be informative (not to mention all of the awesome networking events and general session speakers), but here are the 11 top sessions that we have starred on our can’t-miss list:"
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Abila Launches Abila Elevate™ Fundraising Platform : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success
PRESS RELEASE
Abila Launches Abila Elevate™ Fundraising Platform : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: "Press release, March 23, 2015) — Abila, provider of software and services to nonprofits and associations, today announced Abila Elevate. Elevate is a smart, intuitive, easy-to-use, cloud-based fundraising solution that turns data into knowledge so that fundraisers can better know and engage with donors and supporters, add new donors, and more easily and effectively manage resources. Built from the ground up with and by fundraising professionals, Elevate is designed to help fundraisers spend more time connecting with donors in the ways that matter to them."
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Abila Launches Abila Elevate™ Fundraising Platform : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: "Press release, March 23, 2015) — Abila, provider of software and services to nonprofits and associations, today announced Abila Elevate. Elevate is a smart, intuitive, easy-to-use, cloud-based fundraising solution that turns data into knowledge so that fundraisers can better know and engage with donors and supporters, add new donors, and more easily and effectively manage resources. Built from the ground up with and by fundraising professionals, Elevate is designed to help fundraisers spend more time connecting with donors in the ways that matter to them."
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Friday, March 20, 2015
Hickory Elementary Students Raise Money for the Humane Society - Baltimore Sun
Hickory Elementary Students Raise Money for the Humane Society - Baltimore Sun: "The Humane Society of Harford County was this year's beneficiary of a $1,200 donation, according to a Harford County Public Schools news release."
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Maryland businesses need to start planning their giving - Baltimore Business Journal
Maryland businesses need to start planning their giving - Baltimore Business Journal: "While business owners across the state are eager to respond to community needs, relatively few have a plan guiding the distribution and use of their charitable contributions. In the same way that a business plan helps a company stay on course toward its financial goals, a charitable giving program, however informal, can help a business achieve its charitable goals and effectively support the communities it serves."
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Thursday, March 19, 2015
Bernard Ross Reveals the Next Big Thing in Fundraising! | Michael Rosen Says...
Bernard Ross Reveals the Next Big Thing in Fundraising! | Michael Rosen Says...: "In a preview of their session “Behavioural Economics: Everything You Know about Donor Decision Making is Wrong” at the AFP International Fundraising Conference (Baltimore, March 29-31, 2015)"
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Kimbia’s New Crowdfunding Donor Demographic Report Proves These Campaigns Draw Ideal Donors
Press Release
Kimbia’s New Crowdfunding Donor Demographic Report Proves These Campaigns Draw Ideal Donors: "Giving Days and Crowdfunding events have tremendous momentum and staying power,” said Dan Gillett, Kimbia CEO. “They create awareness and excitement, a sense of urgency for giving, attract many new steward-worthy donors, and leverage the fact that online giving continues to grow faster than traditional giving. Whether implemented as a standalone campaign or as an addition to an annual campaign, these high ROI campaigns are fast becoming a fundamental element of development and advancement plans.”
Copies of the report can be downloaded here anytime, or requested at Kimbia booth #500 during the Nonprofit Technology Conference from March 4-6, 2015 in Austin, Texas, and booth #522 during the AFP International Fundraising Conference from March 29-31 in Baltimore, Maryland."
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Kimbia’s New Crowdfunding Donor Demographic Report Proves These Campaigns Draw Ideal Donors: "Giving Days and Crowdfunding events have tremendous momentum and staying power,” said Dan Gillett, Kimbia CEO. “They create awareness and excitement, a sense of urgency for giving, attract many new steward-worthy donors, and leverage the fact that online giving continues to grow faster than traditional giving. Whether implemented as a standalone campaign or as an addition to an annual campaign, these high ROI campaigns are fast becoming a fundamental element of development and advancement plans.”
Copies of the report can be downloaded here anytime, or requested at Kimbia booth #500 during the Nonprofit Technology Conference from March 4-6, 2015 in Austin, Texas, and booth #522 during the AFP International Fundraising Conference from March 29-31 in Baltimore, Maryland."
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015
2015 International Fundraising Conference - Baltimore
2015 International Fundraising Conference - Baltimore: "Sessions, Drawings & Giveaways in the Marketplace"
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Call for Presentations
Looking ahead to Boston
Call for Presentations: "Please note: The 2016 Call for Presentations closes at 11:59 pm EDT on May 6, 2015.
AFP 2016 SPEAKER CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
Thank you for your interest in submitting a proposal to speak at AFP's 53rd International Conference on Fundraising in Boston, March 20-22, 2016. The annual AFP International Fundraising Conference offers the best professional educational opportunity to fundraising professionals from around the world."
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Call for Presentations: "Please note: The 2016 Call for Presentations closes at 11:59 pm EDT on May 6, 2015.
AFP 2016 SPEAKER CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
Thank you for your interest in submitting a proposal to speak at AFP's 53rd International Conference on Fundraising in Boston, March 20-22, 2016. The annual AFP International Fundraising Conference offers the best professional educational opportunity to fundraising professionals from around the world."
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Must See Speakers at AFP ICON | GuideStar Blog
Must See Speakers at AFP ICON | GuideStar Blog: "Must See Speakers at AFP ICON
March 17, 2015 · by Pursuant · in Events. ·
I’m counting down the days to AFP ICON in Baltimore. It helps that they have a counter on their website. My colleague Kelley Stewart calls me a “conference junkie” and she’s right. I’m thrilled to get spend 3 days getting inspired by the brilliant thought leaders in our space. Jon Duschinsky and Tony Elischer’s jaw dropping multimedia sensation “The Philanthropy Kaleidoscope” at last year’s AFP was unforgettable. It raised my expectations for this year’s event which were quickly met with the star-studded keynote line up of Seth Godin, Whoopi Goldberg and Isabel Allende.
On top of those heavy weights who else is on my must see list? In alphabetical order they are…"
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March 17, 2015 · by Pursuant · in Events. ·
I’m counting down the days to AFP ICON in Baltimore. It helps that they have a counter on their website. My colleague Kelley Stewart calls me a “conference junkie” and she’s right. I’m thrilled to get spend 3 days getting inspired by the brilliant thought leaders in our space. Jon Duschinsky and Tony Elischer’s jaw dropping multimedia sensation “The Philanthropy Kaleidoscope” at last year’s AFP was unforgettable. It raised my expectations for this year’s event which were quickly met with the star-studded keynote line up of Seth Godin, Whoopi Goldberg and Isabel Allende.
On top of those heavy weights who else is on my must see list? In alphabetical order they are…"
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3 Mistakes You Make When You Meet Prospects - Resource Center - AFP
3 Mistakes You Make When You Meet Prospects - Resource Center - AFP: "If you’re like most fundraising professionals, you make three costly mistakes whenever you meet with prospects and donors.
That insight comes from Robert Fogal, PhD, ACFRE, CAP, founder and principal of Fogal Associates and creator of StyleWise™. Below, Fogal identifies those three common mistakes and shares his ideas for how you can avoid making them.
In addition, Fogal will share further advice in his seminar “Achieving Effective Interpersonal Relations: How to Lead Others by Managing Ourselves” at the AFP International Fundraising Conference (Baltimore, March 29-31, 2015)."
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That insight comes from Robert Fogal, PhD, ACFRE, CAP, founder and principal of Fogal Associates and creator of StyleWise™. Below, Fogal identifies those three common mistakes and shares his ideas for how you can avoid making them.
In addition, Fogal will share further advice in his seminar “Achieving Effective Interpersonal Relations: How to Lead Others by Managing Ourselves” at the AFP International Fundraising Conference (Baltimore, March 29-31, 2015)."
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015
A bourbon tasting benefits Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital - Baltimore Sun
A bourbon tasting benefits Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital - Baltimore Sun: "No one was offended by that logic, least of all Paula Bragg, director of philanthropy for the nonprofit Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital, which was the beneficiary of the $25-per-person bourbon tasting, with all proceeds earmarked for the hospital.
It's not unusual to find Mount Washington Tavern raising money for the hospital or providing food for hospital events. In fact, it's been common for more than two decades, say Bragg and Rob Frisch, co-owner of the popular restaurant with Dave Lichty since 2006."
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It's not unusual to find Mount Washington Tavern raising money for the hospital or providing food for hospital events. In fact, it's been common for more than two decades, say Bragg and Rob Frisch, co-owner of the popular restaurant with Dave Lichty since 2006."
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The 2015 AFP International Fundraising Conference App! - About AFP - AFP
The 2015 AFP International Fundraising Conference App! - About AFP - AFP: "The 2015 AFP International Fundraising Conference App!
It's Here! AFP 2015 - The Free AFP International Fundraising Conference App for the 2015 Baltimore Conference!
No need to worry about wi-fi connections while you are roaming deep into the nooks and crannies of the Baltimore Covention Center! When ready, just download the free AFP International Fundraising Conference app - AFP 2015 (Sponsored by Abila*) for your iPhone, iPad, Android or BlackBerry, enter your email and set up your profile, and you are set for conference! "
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It's Here! AFP 2015 - The Free AFP International Fundraising Conference App for the 2015 Baltimore Conference!
No need to worry about wi-fi connections while you are roaming deep into the nooks and crannies of the Baltimore Covention Center! When ready, just download the free AFP International Fundraising Conference app - AFP 2015 (Sponsored by Abila*) for your iPhone, iPad, Android or BlackBerry, enter your email and set up your profile, and you are set for conference! "
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Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Guest post: ethical banking – delivering on Islamic finance’s charitable responsibilities | beyondbrics
Guest post: ethical banking – delivering on Islamic finance’s charitable responsibilities | beyondbrics: "With the industry going from strength to strength, it is incumbent upon us, as Islamic financiers, to consider how the industry can evolve to provide a wider range of products and services, while remaining true to a central pillar of Islamic finance, and Islam itself: charitable giving.
To sustain the growth of the industry we must consider how to effect real change, particularly in areas where we have the opportunity to better the lives of those who need help most. We have the knowledge and expertise to manage and grow wealth, so why not use it as a force for good?"
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To sustain the growth of the industry we must consider how to effect real change, particularly in areas where we have the opportunity to better the lives of those who need help most. We have the knowledge and expertise to manage and grow wealth, so why not use it as a force for good?"
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Monday, March 9, 2015
Strategies: Seth Godin goads businesses, individuals to take initiative - Denver Business Journal
Strategies: Seth Godin goads businesses, individuals to take initiative - Denver Business Journal: "homas Edison famously said, "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." Those words echoed during a review of popular author, blogger and speaker Seth Godin's book, "Poke the Box."
He stresses the importance of taking the initiative to start something, pointing out, "Poke the Box is a manifesto about producing something that's scarce, and thus valuable. It demands that you stop waiting for a road map and start drawing one instead."
Okay, this a common call to action. We've all heard it in some form. What is unusual about Godin's version is his acknowledgment that taking initiative doesn't have to equate to grandiose outcomes. As long as there is follow-through on the process, results can be modest to be meaningful."
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He stresses the importance of taking the initiative to start something, pointing out, "Poke the Box is a manifesto about producing something that's scarce, and thus valuable. It demands that you stop waiting for a road map and start drawing one instead."
Okay, this a common call to action. We've all heard it in some form. What is unusual about Godin's version is his acknowledgment that taking initiative doesn't have to equate to grandiose outcomes. As long as there is follow-through on the process, results can be modest to be meaningful."
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Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Giveolution
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Visit us at AFP’s 2015 International Fundraising Conference and join the Giveolution. You make it possible!
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Visit us at AFP’s 2015 International Fundraising Conference and join the Giveolution. You make it possible!
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The Top 5 Presentations You Won’t Want to Miss at AFP International 2015
The Top 5 Presentations You Won’t Want to Miss at AFP International 2015: "The Top 5 Presentations You Won’t Want to Miss at AFP International 2015"
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Monday, March 2, 2015
Tom Ahern: 3 Questions Your Case for Support Must Answer | Michael Rosen Says...
Tom Ahern: 3 Questions Your Case for Support Must Answer | Michael Rosen Says...: "But, are those hours and dollars well spent? If your organization is typical, the answer is: probably not.
That’s why communications expert and author Tom Ahern, of Ahern Communications, will be sharing his wisdom at the upcoming Association of Fundraising Professionals International Fundraising Conference (Baltimore, March 29-31, 2015). His session, “Fabulous Case! Building One,” will reveal the secrets for creating a powerful document that can actually help you raise more money."
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That’s why communications expert and author Tom Ahern, of Ahern Communications, will be sharing his wisdom at the upcoming Association of Fundraising Professionals International Fundraising Conference (Baltimore, March 29-31, 2015). His session, “Fabulous Case! Building One,” will reveal the secrets for creating a powerful document that can actually help you raise more money."
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Case for Support
The basis of fundraising is the organization’s case for support. It is an internal document whose purpose is to state the cause and all the reasons why prospective donors might want to contribute to its advancement. The case is driven by the mission and strategic plan of the organization.
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