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Announcing new AWS data connector for popular nonprofit CRM: Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT

AWS Public Sector Blog

Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT® is a leading customer relationship management (CRM) software used by nonprofits to communicate with donors and drive fundraising programs. With improved data insights, nonprofits can personalize communications with constituents, strengthen donor relationships, enhance operational efficiencies, and more.

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Trust-Based Philanthropy: Both Sides Need to Do Their Part

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

They spend money on fundraising and overhead activities to secure individual donations, increase marketing, host fundraising events, and submit and manage grants. Foundations usually request additional documentation (IRS letters, audits, financial statements, annual reports, etc.) An accounting of every penny is necessary.

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Using machine learning to customize your nonprofit’s direct mailings

AWS Public Sector Blog

Many organizations perform direct mailings, designed to support fundraising or assist with other efforts to help further the organization’s mission. The administrator receives an email via Amazon Simple Email Service ( Amazon SES ) with a link to download an updated version of the Excel document, which contains the personalization results.

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An Introvert’s Top 3 Tips for Approaching Grant-making Foundations

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Seriously though, in my 25+ years in nonprofit fundraising, I have met many more introverts than extroverts who gravitate toward grant writing and management versus individual donors or special events. Check out this episode of the Fundraising HayDay podcast to learn more about “Grantmakers Gone Right”: Grant Makers Gone Right (podbean.com).

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Good, Better, Best: Three Tips for Transforming a Mediocre Grant Proposal into a Great One

Peak Proposals

can communicate to the funder the outcome of their investment). An example of using benefits before features is illustrated by a current fundraising campaign launched by Uber. An organizational chart depicts lines of communication and relationships between people and departments, including reporting structures.

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Good, Better, Best: Three Tips for Transforming a Mediocre Grant Proposal into a Great One

Peak Proposals

can communicate to the funder the outcome of their investment). An example of using benefits before features is illustrated by a current fundraising campaign launched by Uber. An organizational chart depicts lines of communication and relationships between people and departments, including reporting structures.

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How to Work Best with Your Grant Consultant

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

A good working relationship requires ongoing communication, shared resources, and joint effort. Certainly, your mileage will vary depending on your organization’s grant readiness and fundraising goals, as well as the methodology your consultant employs to kick off the work. So, what should you expect when you hire a grant consultant?