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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