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    Management Tips

    • 5 rules for obtaining auction and raffle items

      By The NonProfit Times — May 14, 2013

      One of the more popular types of special events is the auction or raffle. Not only do they have the potential to bring in big money for the nonprofit, they are also very engaging and fun for the audience.

    • 4 steps to a data-informed culture

      By The NonProfit Times — May 14, 2013

      A lot of nonprofits collect data for data’s sake; very few use it to change the shape their programs or drive social change.

    • Keep standard attachments updated

      By The NonProfit Times — May 14, 2013

      When racing to meet application deadlines, don’t get stalled by the attachments. “Grant applications typically require a number of standard organizational documents,” according to Barbara Floersch, director of The Grantsmanship Center in Los Angeles, Calif.

    • 6 questions to focus your recruiting campaign

      By The NonProfit Times — May 13, 2013

      There are two types of recruiting techniques that nonprofits practice: General and focused. A general recruitment campaign is basically a call for any volunteer, no matter what skills they possess. While this has its uses, a focused campaign can be more effective.

    • 5 ways to manage board-executive director relations

      By The NonProfit Times — May 13, 2013

      A nonprofit board has two major functions: Supervising management and ensuring the organization’s goals are being met. The only way these two roles can be performed successfully is for the board to have an effective working relationship with the executive director.

    • 8 public relations principles

      By The NonProfit Times — May 13, 2013

      There’s an old saying that the truth will set you free. If only it were that simple.

    • 4 steps to making the most out of training

      By The NonProfit Times — May 9, 2013

      Rolling out a new piece of software or a new set of best practices takes some getting used to. That’s why properly training staff on how best to implement what’s new in your organization is essential to smooth day-to-day operations.

    • 9 tips for mergers

      By The NonProfit Times — May 9, 2013

      A merger takes a lot of work but, if done correctly, the deal can be a great asset to all organizations involved. The example of Literacy Connects is a perfect example of this.

    • Annuity payouts staying the same

      By The NonProfit Times — May 9, 2013

      The immediate and deferred gift annuity rates for 2012 will remain in force for 2013, according to the American Council on Gift Annuities (ACGA) in Smyrna, Ga. The rates that have been effective since January 1, 2012 will remain in effect until further notice.

    • Yes, technology funders do exist

      By The NonProfit Times — May 9, 2013

      Most nonprofit managers would love to find a technology funder to support relevant projects and programs. But if you’re seeking funders that specifically target technology projects, you might be missing out on opportunities, according to Idealware in Portland, Maine.

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