Wed.Jul 17, 2024

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Grant Writing for Associations: 5 Key Tips to Get Started

AMR Management Services

Associations come in all shapes, sizes, not to mention diverse IRS classifications. However, across the board, one thing unites associations: the need for diversified funding. Grants can be a vital part of the broader nonprofit ecosystem for any associations and foundations. Whether you’re looking to diversify your association’s budget, fund new programs, build out the… The post Grant Writing for Associations: 5 Key Tips to Get Started first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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What Is a Solicitation Email and How To Write One + Examples!

Wild Apricot

Learn what a solicitation email is, how to write one effectively, and explore practical examples to inspire your next fundraising campaign to get more donations!

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Who’s Allowed to Be Honest?

Spark Consulting

One of the observations that has fascinated me the most over my years of consulting is this question: Who’s allowed to be honest? What do I mean by that? Well, let’s flip it around. Have you ever hired a consultant for your association? The answer is probably “Yes.” So then you’re likely familiar with the phenomenon of: In her report, the consultant includes something that you or someone else on your staff has been pushing for months, maybe years, and it’s bee

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15 Questions to Ask to Strengthen Your Donor Stewardship

NXUnite

Acquiring donors can be an uphill battle. It takes a lot of work to identify prospects, learn more about them, introduce them to your organization, and ultimately make the ask. However, once you’ve acquired a donor, keeping them around is a whole separate challenge. To build a sustainable base of support for your organization, you have to focus not only on gaining new donors but also on retaining existing supporters and building strong relationships with them.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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The crucial role of software testing in your AMS implementation

Nimble AMS

Is your organization preparing for its association management software (AMS) implementation? It’s not uncommon for an association to face challenges during its AMS implementation. If you’re like other organizations, you might have some concerns about data migration, specifically when moving your existing data from a legacy system into your new system.

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Streamlining Internal Communications

Velvet Chainsaw

Here’s a simple project-management tool that can help streamline internal communications — and clarify accountability — for annual meetings. Some components of planning an association annual meeting involve multiple departments and competing priorities. Membership wants one thing; publications, marketing, and chapter relations, another. Having too many cooks in the kitchen — and no clear owner — leads to wasted time, energy, and frustration.

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ExCeL London unveils new dedicated immersive entertainment district set to be largest in UK

Event Industry News

This Summer, ExCeL London, part of ADNEC Group, will launch the first phases of Immerse LDN, set to be the UK’s largest immersive entertainment district and offering new afterhours and hospitality opportunities for the events industry.

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July 25th Webinar Registration

Membership Marketing

Please join us for our webinar on the Key Takeaways and Insights from MGI's 2024 Membership Marketing Benchmarking Report. Sign up now. Over 700 associations responded to our survey and shared their practices, experiences, and solutions in this year's report. The data we gathered helps to answer critical questions like: What is the trend in membership counts by association type?

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Job opportunity – Sustainable Events Assistant

Event Industry News

Job Title: Sustainable Events AssistantType: On-site Company: Sustainable Workspaces Hours: Full timeLocation: London, England, United KingdomApply here Description Sustainable Events Assistant, Sustainable WorkspacesWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Events Assistant to join our team.

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Find New Non-Dues Revenue Streams for Your Organization with This Free Guide

Struggling to generate revenue beyond membership dues? You're not alone. Our free guide, The Ultimate Guide to Non-Dues Revenue for Associations , offers practical strategies to help your organization boost financial health. Inside, you'll explore creative ways to generate income, including: Educational offerings tailored to your audience Event-based revenue opportunities Job boards that drive engagement and income Corporate sponsorship ideas A checklist to evaluate and strengthen your current a

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Your RFP should go to no more than five vendors!

Effective Database

Your RFP should go to no more than five vendors! As a rule, when I send an RFP to vendors on behalf of my clients (for a new AMS, LMS, or other software product), the RFP goes out to no more than five vendors. Why only five and not 10, or 20?

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Eventbrite partners with TikTok to simplify event discovery and boost reach for event creators

Event Industry News

Today, Eventbrite is excited to announce a partnership with TikTok, offering event creators a powerful new way to promote their events and sell tickets across a wide range of categories.

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5 takeaways on trust in NGOs to manage new innovations and technologies 

Candid

For 20 years, the global communications firm Edelman has studied the influence of trust across government, media, business, and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Based on an online survey of 32,000 respondents in 28 countries conducted in November 2023, the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Global Report found low levels of trust in these institutions’ ability to manage “new innovations and technologies.

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Ticketmaster partners with Soul Mama to bring a new cultural hub to East London

Event Industry News

• Ticketmaster partners with Soul Mama, a new cultural venue in East London founded by YolanDa Brown OBE DL. • Soul Mama will utilise Ticketmaster’s Universe platform for seamless ticketing. • The partnership underscores Ticketmaster’s dedication to supporting grassroots venues, with Ticketmaster Local encouraging fans to attend nearby events.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.