Tips for Using Focus Groups to Gain Valuable Feedback
Posted on 13, Sep | 
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There are a number of areas where nonprofits can use focus groups to gain feedback that can later be used to improve some aspect of your nonprofit’s performance. For example, if you are interested in learning how effective a specific program is at meeting the needs of your recipients, you might use a focus group […]
The Trick to Creating Engaging Social Media Posts
Posted on 12, Sep | Posted by Anne | 40 comments
If you’re like many nonprofits, you may have hundreds, even thousands of followers on various social media channels, but very few of your supporters actually interact or respond to your posts. While there is not a magic secret to social media success, the following tips can help your NFP to create posts that are more […]
Understanding the Importance of Recruiting Recurring Donors
Posted on 11, Sep | Posted by Anne | 0 comments
When it comes to fundraising goals, many nonprofits get caught up in landing “the big fish.” These are donors that NFPs look to for large, one-time donations during a specific fundraiser or other event. Sometimes, it’s not even an individual, but a sole government agency or foundation that offers the promise of one large grant […]
Improving Your Not For Profit’s Organisational Culture
Posted on 10, Sep | Posted by Anne | 97 comments
If you want your NFP to be able to reach its goals and achieve its core mission, it’s important that you work to develop a strong organisational culture. When you have a well-defined culture, it acts as a way to get everyone in your organisation on the same page. This means that everyone on your team […]
Best Ways to Use Digital Storytelling
Posted on 6, Sep | Posted by Anne | 93 comments
For many folks, the old saw, “seeing is believing,” is very true, and videos and other images allow you to quickly and unequivocally demonstrate the impact of your work. A candid photo can increase recognition of your nonprofit’s brand and encourage others to want to learn more about your mission. A moving video can arouse […]
4 Smart Strategies That Can Accelerate NFP Growth
Posted on 5, Sep | Posted by Anne | 1 comments
Growing your nonprofit isn’t just about increasing in size and being able to recruit more volunteers and donors, or provide more services. Healthy growth should be sustainable, and NFPs should aim to grow in such a way that they can remain true to their values and core mission, wisely manage their resources, and avoid spreading […]
How to Keep Your Team Focused on Your Core Mission
Posted on 4, Sep | Posted by Anne | 0 comments
Your NFP’s core mission should inform and drive all your nonprofit’s activities, from the services that you, your staff and volunteers provide, to how your nonprofit approaches and interacts with donors and other stakeholders. To prevent distractions that can diminish your results, it’s important to keep yourself and each member of your team fully focused on […]
Tips for Setting Realistic Fundraising Goals
Posted on 3, Sep | Posted by Anne | 89 comments
According to statistics on giving by Philanthropy Australia, charities and other nonprofits received $12.5 billion in Australia in 2016. Individual donations like these account for nearly 9% of the total funds that Australian nonprofits receive each year. Donations are an important source of income that nonprofits use to complete capital projects, provide services and meet […]
Is Volunteering Right For You?
Posted on 30, Aug | Posted by Anne | 0 comments
There are so many nonprofits and charities accepting volunteers, that it can be hard to know if you are making the best choice for you. You may need to consider the possibilities and make a short list before you jump into anything without understanding their expectations and yours. Knowing what you want out of it […]
Get Back to Basics with your NFP Branding
Posted on 29, Aug | Posted by Anne | 2 comments
When was the last time you stopped to assess your branding? Sometimes it is necessary to scale down an operation and get back to basics in order to grow a business. Taking one step back to focus on your branding can sometimes be a good thing. It ensures that all boxes are ticked thoroughly before you move […]
