Want Leaders in Community Development? Develop a New Hiring Strategy |
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By Amandula Anderson, executor director of IFF Indiana Region
It's easy to stick to the tried-and-true pipeline when hiring for community development roles. But forming connections with people from different industries and generations can make our teams stronger.
Do you ever wonder what the next era in community development looks like? In my 20-plus years in the field, I have been privileged to work with an array of professionals with backgrounds in the arts, architecture, construction, psychology, accounting, and development. What has always intrigued me is that even though we have such diverse backgrounds, we still come together for the greater good: to build parks, housing, and streetscapes, and for community empowerment. As I look out into the field now, I still recognize those same skill sets, yet whenever I see job postings, I see that we typically seek the same type of candidate, and that postings lag for months looking for the “right” person. It makes me wonder if we are holding ourselves back in community development because we aren’t reaching deeper into our communities to find talent.
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A nonprofit’s guide to accepting cryptocurrency donations |
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Provided by Forvis Mazars
Your nonprofit may be able to unlock a new source of funding: cryptocurrency (crypto) donations. The crypto markets had more than $1.6 trillion in market value at the end of 2023. 1 When a donor approaches your nonprofit with a large crypto donation, will you be ready?
Forvis Mazars presents key considerations for why your organization might consider accepting crypto donations as well as a four-step process for doing so.
Why Consider Accepting Crypto Donations?
- A total of 52 million Americans own crypto.
- The average crypto donation in 2022 ($6,295) was nearly 31 times larger than the average online gift ($204).3
- In addition, more than 90% of cryptocurrency donation volume came from gifts worth at least $5,000 at the time of donation.4
- In 2020, nearly half of all crypto owners donated $1,000 or more to charity.5
- In 2022, 99.9% of donated crypto were gifts of $5,000 or more.6
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These three fundraising “P” words are what artificial intelligence and predictive analytics will actually change |
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By Brian Gawor, Johnson Grossnickle & Associates
Okay fundraisers, the data-driven fundraising revolution and massive artificial adoption wave are officially in full swing. This is no longer something that just a few of our colleagues are talking about. It’s even gone past that thing your boss is bothering you about in meetings. We all know we have to use predictive analytics and AI as fundraisers.
And we need to do it soon.
But what does this technology actually do for the donor experience and for fundraisers? That’s the important question because following “the next big fundraising thing” without understanding its practical use has always been a really bad idea. I get asked almost every day: I know I need to implement some of this, but how will it actually work for my team?
I’ve talked before about the three P’s on the donor side that are changing our fundraising landscape: Pipeline, Purpose, and Partnership. Now, let’s take it a step further and talk about three practical things that also start with “P,” that can be transformed by predictive analytics and artificial intelligence.
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Fundraising.AI Summit Indy
July 11
from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
at the Stutz Factory
Learn how AI can be used in fundraising.
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The Indiana Women In Need (IWIN) Foundation named Sara McInerney Hauck as executive director. McInerney Hauck previously served as the internal communication senior manager at the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. |
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The Damien Center hired Erin Hoffman as controller. Hoffman previously worked for American Legion Auxiliary as the accounting manager. |
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Aspire Indiana Health promoted Christopher Lloyd to vice president of marketing & communications. Lloyd previously served as senior director of marketing. |
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Christine Swarm has been named as director of development, women’s philanthropy at Indiana University Foundation. Swarm was previously the executive director of the 500 Festival Foundation. |
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Fonseca Theatre Company named Paul Hansen as the newly created director of the Basile Collaboration Center. Hansen previously worked as an adjunct instructor, trainer, and marketing/PR consultant. |
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Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana named Renee Eubanks as director of its support operations. Eubanks was previously the IT Desktop support team lead at Travel + Leisure Co. —Indianapolis Business Journal
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Subaru of Indiana Automotive Foundation announced that 16 Indiana nonprofit organizations from nine counties have been awarded capital grants totaling over $150,000. See recipients
A joint effort by United Neighborhood Centers of Indianapolis and United Way of Central Indiana will relieve over $239.6 million in medical debt for more than 112,000 residents. Using donations to buy and abolish medical debt at a significant discount, the nonprofit Undue Medical Debt erases an average of $100 in debt for every dollar donated, helping those with substantial debt or earning below 400% of the federal poverty level. Read more
The Mind Trust released the Equity in Action report, which showcases how public charter schools in Indianapolis are achieving impressive results by prioritizing equity. It features four schools with unique approaches spanning Kindergarten through 12th grade. It aims to inspire dialogue and action in the education community to address diverse student needs and achieve outstanding outcomes for all. Download the report
Get help with your big project. Barnes Dennig is accepting applications for its annual Outreach Day on October 25. Every year, they close their doors for a full day and send their team out into the community to help amazing non-profits move their mission forward. Submit your nomination by July 26. Get more information about Outreach Day.
Indianapolis Business Journal is accepting nominations for women of influence. They are accepting nominations for local women from both the public and private sectors who have demonstrated professional excellence and leadership in their careers and community service. Nominate
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Share your perspective: How are nonprofit leaders in Central Indiana adapting post-pandemic?
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Preparing for your CEO/executive director’s retirement or departure webinar on June 26 or July 10 at 11:30 a.m. If you are a nonprofit ED/CEO or board leader anticipating a leadership transition at the end of 2024 or early 2025, it's time to get the serious planning started. Join Bryan Orander as he overviews the typical process, pain points, communications, common misunderstandings among board members, search alternatives, and keys to a successful transition. Presented by Charitable Advisors. Cost: Free.
Fundraising.AI summit on July 11 from 1-5 p.m. at the Stutz Factory, 1060 N Capitol Ave. The time is now to adopt AI tools that can help you engage with donors more effectively, improve the giving experience, and achieve “radical connection.” Presented by Johnson, Grossnickle & Associates. Cost: Free. Register
Planning a year-end fundraising strategy in the current giving climate webinar on July 18 at 2 p.m. Stay on top of the latest trends, strategize, and develop a creative campaign that gets attention and results despite distractions in the news or with the economy. Presented by the Chronicle of Philanthropy. Cost: $69. Registration
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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT:
Lead with Purpose, an interactive eight-session online training series, prepares individuals to apply their skills, interests, and experiences in effective nonprofit board service. The 2024 series is Aug. 8-Nov. 21, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. Presented by Hedges. Cost: $500 for the eight-session series for two participants from the same organization, or $90 per individual session. Sponsors include Faegre Drinker, KSM CPA & Advisors, and The National Bank of Indianapolis. Register
Conversational Spanish series begins on Aug. 17 at IU Indianapolis University Hall, 301 University Blvd, Room 1006. Regardless of how much Spanish you already know, learning to speak Spanish in your work or daily life will make you more confident in your personal and professional interactions. Presented by IU Indianapolis Professional Development and Continuing Education. Cost: Varies based on module(s) selected.
IU McKinney Law is offering virtual Master of Jurisprudence visits for those interested in applying for the 2025 - 2026 academic year. Learn more about the program
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Clarity is looking for volunteers as receptionists, client care advisors, and spiritual counselors to walk alongside men and women in unplanned pregnancies providing hope, help, and healing. Choose from two seminar training sessions from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on either July 17 at the Columbus office or July 18 at the Franklin office. Register
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Does your nonprofit consistently reach the same group? Consider expanding your marketing efforts to reach a wider audience.
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More than half of employees say they’re disengaged at work. To help solve the problem, managers should first figure out where employees fall along a satisfaction spectrum.
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Our sponsor marketplace serves to further connect our readers with our advertisers who are focused on serving nonprofits. To learn about each sponsor's nonprofit services, click on its logo.
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