Embracing AI tools now offers nonprofits a range of immediate and long-term benefits. From improving efficiency and decision-making to staying competitive and maximizing impact, AI has the potential to transform how nonprofits operate and achieve their goals.
AI tools are everywhere. A recent study found that 80% of nonprofits use AI to automate online fundraising and 15% use it for donor prospecting. There’s no question that they can streamline operations, save time and money, and enhance fundraising, but where do you start?
Marketing automation offers nonprofit organizations powerful opportunities to connect with, organize, and mobilize people—and its the future of fundraising. Using marketing automation to create more connections and drive more donations may sound simple in practice, but you need the right tools and the right plan.
At its core, AI in fundraising uses AI to analyze data. It predicts outcomes and personalizes interactions with prospective donors. This many-sided approach lets charities operate more efficiently and effectively. And it leads to more donations and a greater impact.
A multi-chapter nonprofit's events program hinges on strategic coordination across the board. Each chapter, functioning with a degree of autonomy, relies on support from headquarters (HQ) to build and maintain membership and execute fundraisers and community outreach events.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various sectors, including the nonprofit realm. Whether one is new to AI or looking to deepen their understanding, it is essential for nonprofit professionals to grasp the fundamental concepts and terminology associated with this field.
A golf event website functions as the home base for your golf fundraiser, where golfers and sponsors can learn more about your organization, what the tournament is raising money for, specifics about the event, and register a team or become a sponsor.
Nonprofits have unique needs when it comes to financial management. If you’re looking for a bank as a new nonprofit or researching options in preparation for switching banks, don’t just settle for a business bank account. There are numerous factors you’ll want to consider for your bank account that are specific for nonprofits.
Donor retention is important. If you’ve been in the nonprofit space for more than a week or two, you’ve probably read all about it—how retaining donors is more cost-effective than acquiring new ones, how it’s an important part of building a sustainable fundraising program, and how focusing on retaining your donors should be one of your top priorities.
Grant management software is incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. These advanced technologies help nonprofits analyze data faster and more accurately and they provide insights into grant opportunities, assess eligibility, and track performance.
If your nonprofit is just dipping your toes into automation, the options can seem overwhelming at first, but the more research you can do upfront, the more likely you are to get exactly what you need.
Substack is a more user-friendly version of Medium that has garnered a large following. Many people regularly post on Substack. Initially, Substacks primarily focused on branding, organization, and food, but the platform's political content has grown, and now there are many notable political Substacks.
Digital tools are a critical part of sponsorships, which are the heart of a golf tournament’s fundraising power. Strategically designing sponsorships that include digital exposure boosts event revenue and keeps sponsors coming back year after year. Digital exposure can—and should—play a major role in your sponsorship offerings.