Wild Apricot

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Want to create a website for your association? We've rounded up the top 10 best association websites of 2025 and will show you how to create your own.

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Reid All About it

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community The voice of beauty speaks softly; it creeps only into the most fully awakened souls. Friedrich Nietzsche Social events. Heres a problem your association can solve. Everyone wants to attend parties, but no one wants to throw them. Ellen Cushing at The Atlantic says Americans need to party more.

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Spark Consulting

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

I was recently chatting with a newly hired membership director. Their association offers both individual and group membership, and they were looking for ideas on ways to increase individual recruitment and retention. We had a great conversation and shared lots of potential ideas they could pursue. But one thing jumped out to me immediately. Their group memberships (80% of their members) are paid by companies.

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NXUnite

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Sustainable nonprofits have diverse revenue streams, from donations to grants to sales. However, while nonprofits that sell products and services can make more than enough revenue to sustain themselves, undertaking commercial affairs comes with several considerations. Nonprofits that rely heavily on product or service sales, like thrift stores , museums, and educational institutions, can experience the benefits of running a business and maintaining nonprofit status.

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GrowthZone’s 11th annual survey highlights trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the membership industry through insights from U.S. and Canadian association professionals. Get your copy of the 2025 Association Survey Results Report to see how your organization measures up: The biggest challenges associations are facing Membership retention trends and non-renewal insights Strategies for automatic renewals and reinstatements Shifts in member engagement tactics Why members are joining (and sta

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The Association 100

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

In this recent Association Insights video , I explore how associations can leverage artificial intelligence to craft more effective press releases. AI streamlines the writing process by generating initial drafts and suggesting compelling headlines. It also tailors messaging to specific audiences by analyzing tone and language preferences, ensuring your story resonates with diverse demographics.

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Wild Apricot

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

If you're looking to create or update your nonprofit's donation website, check out these templates from WildApricot + examples to get you inspired.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The digital era is advancing at an unprecedented pace, bringing both opportunities and challenges for associations. As we look ahead to 2025, its clear that associations must make critical changes to remain competitive, relevant, and impactful. The risks of staying stagnant are high associations that dont adapt to technological advancements risk membership declines, revenue losses, and diminished influence.

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AMR Management Services

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

While much of your associations revenue comes from member dues, those dollars must be supplemented by other revenue streams. Thats where association fundraising comes in. Your association has a number of fundraising options, so lets dive into five top ideas that raise money, engage your membership, and help you acquire new members. 1. Golf Tournament… The post Association Fundraising: 5 Engaging Ideas to Raise More first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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Sequence Consulting

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Reading Time: 4 minutes Author: Lomesh Shah When it comes to growing your associations membership base , the first thing you should consider is your offerings. After all, members join your association for benefits, and if youre experiencing slowed growth, chances are that either your offerings arent up to par or youre not communicating them well. When marketing your association, you need a rock-solid membership value proposition , which essentially explains why someone should join your associati

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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The Association 100

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Building an effective press list is crucial for successful media outreach. In this Association Insights video , I share five essential steps to create a press list that delivers results: 1. Identify Your Target Audience Truly understand who you want to reach. 2. Research Relevant Reporters Find journalists who cover your industry and topics. 3. Gather Accurate Contact Information Use reliable tools to collect up-to-date details. 4.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Nondues revenue isnt new, but associations need for that revenue is. For years, associations have viewed nondues revenue as a bonus, but with revenue from memberships declining and the demand for engaging member experiences rising, nondues revenue is now less of a bonus and more of a necessity. Boosting your nondues revenue doesnt happen accidentallyor overnight.

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Wild Apricot

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Donor wealth screening can help nonprofits identify high-value donors, personalize fundraising efforts, and maximize giving potential. We'll share tools and best practices to boost your fundraising.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

As technology continues to evolve, associations face both exciting opportunities and new challenges. While the future can feel uncertain, one thing is clear: associations that take a proactive approach to digital transformation will be better equipped to adapt, grow, and succeed. Our recent. orgSource Digital Trends Survey highlights the essential strategies associations need to thrive in the coming years.

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Speaker: Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket

What does delivering an exceptional member experience mean in today's world? With the right insights, tools, and strategies, you can identify what truly matters to your members, drive meaningful engagement at scale, and continue to meet the ever-evolving needs of your members. Join association experts Jessica Bonney from VICA and Jeff Horne from Wicket who will share practical insights on how to build an exceptional member-driven experience by gaining a deeper understanding of your members and d

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AMR Management Services

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This is a continuation of our blog series on ADA compliance and website accessibility, in that first post we went over the four basic steps you can take when working with website content no matter what platform you are using. In this post we are going to cover responsive design. There are a lot of… The post Why Web Accessibility and ADA Compliance Matter: Part 5 Responsive Design Basics first appeared on AMR Management Services.

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Association Reserves

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Inflation is an economic force that affects everything, from household expenses to the long-term financial planning of homeowners associations (HOAs). For HOAs, reserve planning is particularly vulnerable to inflationary pressures, as rising costs for materials, labor, and services directly impact the ability to fund major projects. A $50,000 roof replacement a decade ago might easily now cost $80,000-$100,000 or more.

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The Association 100

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

On The Association Insights Podcast , our advocacy series kicks off with Tuck Shumack, principal at OGR , a bipartisan government relations firm. With 25+ years of experience, Shumack shares insights on navigating the new administration’s unique challenges and opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of understanding perspectives, building bipartisan relationships and thinking creatively to align association goals with the current political climate.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Post-pandemic, boards have asked to meet more often, do more, and think bigger. One governance expert shares what that process looks like. Faster. If theres one word that summarizes what association governance requires now, its that. Associations have been pressed to respond to a pandemic, inflation, workforce shortages, and a quick-acting White House thats undone a lot of business-as-usual processes.

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Association Adviser

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Welcome to Part 1 of our Career Center Best Practices series, where we dive into the key strategies that top-performing career centers use to enhance visibility, boost engagement, and drive non-dues revenue. A high-performing career center enhances member engagement, increases non-dues revenue, and positions your association as a key industry resource.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

As technology continues to shape member expectations and operational efficiencies, associations that lag are at risk of becoming obsolete. Its no longer enough to simply keep up, associations must stay proactive in integrating digital tools and strategies. Our recent.orgSource Digital Trends Survey reveals several key gaps in how associations are currently using technology to meet member needs and adapt to industry shifts.

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A2Z Events

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

If your event planning causes you to have lists upon lists of tasks that need to be completed, you likely want to know if there is another way to manage the process. AI has already made headlines with its capacity to automate tasks like email campaigns or analyzing data, but many event planners have yet to tap into its full potential. AI can fill in a variety of roles as you organize your event.

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Association Strong

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In this episode, Tom and Dave break down the keys to driving digital, demo days and virtual experiences that connect members, suppliers, value and content. In this episode, Tom and Dave break down the keys to driving digital, demo days and virtual experiences that connect members, suppliers, value and content.

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Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.

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The Association 100

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

On this recent episode of The Association 100 Podcast , I am joined by my O&U colleagues Meghan Henning, co-founder and senior PR strategist, and Keaveny Hewitt, senior account executive, for a thoughtful discussion on modern media outreach. From building meaningful journalist relationships to refining personalized pitches, the team shares actionable insights for associations navigating the ever-evolving media landscape.

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Associations Now

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Higher Logics report recognizes that association members are overwhelmed by emails, but suggests some personalization tools and new content approaches that can help. Emails from associations are being opened less often even while experiencing higher click rates, according to a new report, suggesting that there are more opportunities for associations to improve personalization and calls to action.

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YM Careers

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Looking for a way to recruit and retain more members for your association? Heres how an online career center can help. The post How to Acquire and Retain Association Members appeared first on YM Careers by Momentive Software.

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Association TRENDS

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: 2025 Membership Performance Benchmark Report appeared first on AssociationTRENDS.

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A2Z Events

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Planning a spectacular event requires you to think beyond logistics and speakers. You also need to consider the activities you will have planned for your attendees so that you keep them engaged. The impression people have of your event and how interested they are in your material will have lasting impacts on your ROI and your ability to grow your business through your event planning.

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Association Strong

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

In this episode, Tom and Dave interview Deborah Kemper from the San Mateo County Bar Association. Deborah breaks down how she taps into her member's emotions to drive value, engagement and volunteerism. In this episode, Tom and Dave interview Deborah Kemper from the San Mateo County Bar Association. Deborah breaks down how she taps into her member's emotions to drive value, engagement and volunteerism.

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Elevating Engagement

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

What if a single research study could improve new member retention and increase engagement with every member segment? This unicorn study exists, and we are reopening it for data collection. Add your data now! Six years ago, my incredible partners at Dynamic Benchmarking and I asked, Do new member onboarding programs work? and What makes them successful?

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