Patrick Willers

Have you seen the 2024 Nonprofit Digital Investments Report from NTEN? This report compiles survey data from 300+ Organizations looking at how nonprofits make, plan, and prioritize technology spending for their work. Get your copy here: https://ow.ly/CE6I50RlQkk..

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Let's talk internships—specifically, why paying your interns is the right thing to do. At BOTN we are proud to partner with Boston College School of Social Work to host #macrosocialwork interns and York College of Pennsylvania to host #geospatialanalysis interns. Let's make the case for paid internships together! Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below, and let's pave the way for a future where everyone has access to meaningful opportunities. Yvonne Castañeda, LICSW Jennifer Pomeroy #PaidInternships #FutureLeaders #OpportunityForAll #DataInternship

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📢 Calling all #nonprofitleaders... Ready to unlock the secrets of fundraising success? 💰 Our free Fundraising Quiz will assess your current strategies and pinpoint areas for improvement. It's like a personalized roadmap to help you raise more money and achieve greater impact. 🎯 Take the quiz and discover your #fundraising strengths and weaknesses, actionable tips to boost your fundraising results, insights into donor behavior and motivations & strategies to build stronger relationships with your supporters. Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your fundraising game! Take the Fundraising Quiz and start building a more sustainable future for your organization. 👉 Click here to take the quiz: https://lnkd.in/gw-5sSsF #nonprofit #socialimpact #fundraisingstrategy

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A perfect solution for NGOs. India has a large number of NGOs who struggle to generate reports for compliance. Quantibly is a perfect solution for non profit organization management. Great leap forward. Use the magic of technology 👍

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A common question from organizations seeking grants and those in the post-award stage of grant applications is simply, “Now what?” From balancing budgets to financial reporting, the post-award stage can feel like another hill to climb. This webinar from Kristen Krey and Tammy Tilzey details how to plan for the post-award stage and make the most of your new award funds like a professional. Check it out at https://okt.to/57iKa1 #GPCI #CFRE #foundantfornonprofits #grantsmanagement

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*NOTICE* Date change for Nonprofit Masterclass: Identifying Essential Data! New Date: July 31st (Previously July 25th) Limited Seats Available (25)! Struggling to extract value from overwhelming data? This session equips you to make strategic data choices that drive real impact. Learn to ask critical questions, get objective answers, and thrive in today's data-driven world. Register Now (Limited Spots): https://lnkd.in/gt6TY-f7 #DataAnalysis #Data #Masterclass #Nonprofits #Indiapartnernetwork goalkeep

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This Bloomberg editorial is a fairly accurate summation of the current federal grants ecosystem…..and the issue isn’t limited to infrastructure grants. The capacity of organizations to review complex application processes that require involvement of multiple organizations with a short deadline is limited. The influx of federal opportunities has created insurmountable demand for grant writing talent. I’ve said “no” to requests to provide grant writing services many times in the past 2 years, primarily due to an inability to clone myself. Two requests: 1. If you’re an organization that applies for grants or is considering doing so, what is your greatest need to increase capacity or your staff’s grant knowledge? Send me a message or add to the comments. 2. If you’re a Michigan-based grant writer or assist others with grant implementation, send me a note. I’m finding this ecosystem needs more cooperation. A Michigan grant writer referral system could be valuable for everyone. https://lnkd.in/geBmXRx6

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Attention all accessible wayfinding #disabilitytech startups! The Boston MBTA RFP for Accessible Wayfinding Technology is live and accepting submissions through May 22. More info below: The MBTA issued a request for proposals to implement a pilot for accessible wayfinding technology to assist riders who are blind or have low vision in finding their way around an indoor station and locating a busway or bus stop. The MBTA will select vendors and then conduct moderated user testing with riders who are blind or have low vision. The goal of the pilot is to determine whether any of these technologies truly makes it easier for riders to safely, independently, and confidently navigate a transit environment. Interested vendors must be registered and monitor the schedule on Commbuys (https://lnkd.in/e8uu-n7F) to submit a response. All questions can be directed to the Commbuys Help Desk at 1-888-627-8283 or 617-720-319. Bid #: BD-24-1206-MBTA-MBTA-101997 Bid Description: RFP 33-24 Accessible Wayfinding Technology RFP Calendar 4/30, 11:00am - Pre-bid conference 5/10, 2:00pm - Deadline to submit bidder questions 5/22, 2:00pm - Response due date 7/8 (estimated) - Virtual presentations

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This sounds like a great start. And accommodations aren't just for disabled people. Accommodations include flexible remote-work options for people to get check-ups, care for their children or parents, or even be available for a repair person to come to their home during the day. Certainly none of us would plan on having our a/c break during these triple-digit temps, but having a WFH accommodation means a person needn't spend their sick time or vacation hours on managing the necessities of life. That's an example of "the curb-cut effect." Curb cuts are the sloped pathways at the end of a block and in parking lots that allow people to transition from the sidewalk to cross a street or to enter a business from the parking lot without having to step on or off a curb. Curb cuts make places more accessible for wheelchair users but also for those using grocery carts, strollers, skates, crutches, canes, etc. Asking people what they need enables them to do their best work. Accessibility accommodations can benefit *everybody.*

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Too many evaluation reports of systems change efforts are repeating the same lessons. They’re known, generic, and not particularly helpful. Here are 5 lessons about systems change that we should stop learning and start applying. https://lnkd.in/etxq57HZ Stay tuned for how funders can operationalize these lessons, and for evaluation questions that provide more actionable insights. #eval #systemschange #philanthropy #nonprofits

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Writing federal grant proposals can be tough - especially when it comes to writing goals, defining outcomes, and showing how you will demonstrate your impact. In this solo episode, I dive into tips and strategies for how to talk about data collection in your federal grant proposals. Topics include: -> performance measures, -> building a plan for data collection, -> identifying useful data collection tools, and -> how to align your data collection procedures across your proposal with a performance measures table. Use tips from this episode to help separate yourself from the field and win that next six- or seven-figure federal grant. Search "Common Good Data Podcast" anywhere yo listen to find the episode, or navigate to our show page: https://lnkd.in/gUpwJvYY

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💡 Calling all budget holders in nonprofit organizations! Want to assess your Digital Nonprofit Finance™ (DNF) Maturity? Join us in this quick 10-minute survey to benchmark your ICT and digital investment decision making. Your your input will contribute to actionable sector insights! The NetHope's Digital Nonprofit Finance project is here to empower nonprofits with tools to link digital investment with impact, influencing funding decisions effectively. 🚀 Let's accelerate your organization's digital transformation and optimize your funding! Take the survey now: https://lnkd.in/eds6e-dA   #NetHope #DigitalNonprofit #Finance #Impact #Survey #ICTInvestment #TechForGood

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Unlocking Fundraising Success: The Power of Program Development and Evaluation Discover why program development and evaluation are crucial for effective fundraising. Learn how to harness the impact of your activities to secure support from donors and funders. Get insights on creating results-driven programs that make a real difference. Fundraising basics and the importance of program outcomes are all covered. #FundraisingSuccess #ProgramDevelopment #ProgramEvaluation #ImpactfulActivities #DonorSupport #FunderRelations #ResultsDrivenPrograms #NonprofitSector #EffectiveFundraising #CreatingChange

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Trying to find a solution for your overworked grants team? 🤔 Read our latest blog: “Building Capacity with Grant management Software for Government & Public Sectors” 🏛️ Gain insight into finding the right grants, centralizing management, and boosting compliance for your agency today. Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/gbzQJckJ #PublicSector #PurposeBuilt #EunaGrants

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📊 The Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP) just released its Q4 data, which shows a continued decline in both the number of dollars raised and the number of donors, which began in 2021. Overall, the declines were less than in the past few quarters 📈. Keep reading to learn what the data is telling us. __ ℹ Consistent across all donor sizes, there was a 2.8% drop in dollars raised. Additionally, there was a 2.5% decrease in donor retention but a 2% increase in the number of acquired donors. There was a 3.4% drop in the number of donors, concentrated mainly in donors that contributed less than $500, which accounts for 80% of donors. 📉 “The declines over the past few quarters are likely a correction to outpaced giving during COVID. This lesser decline means we have restabilized giving levels and will potentially see modest, steady increases within the next year. To see increases in total number of donors, frontline fundraising offices need to be aware of the trends and invest in donor retention and acquisition best practices.” Dr. Angela Seaworth, MBA, ACFRE, explained. 👩‍💼 CNP's Director of Philanthropic Initiatives and Capacity Building, Dr. Seaworth, serves on the Steering Committee and Research Committee for FEP, working to promote relevant fundraising research and translate data for professional fundraisers to make strategic decisions. 📋 View the full FEP report here: https://lnkd.in/e6vVjRmX #Research #Fundraising #FEP

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📈 Mastering Nonprofit Budgeting: Your Roadmap to Success! 💼 Crafting a fundraising budget isn't just about numbers – it's about strategic planning and impact. Explore our guide to learn how to set SMART goals, diversify revenue streams, and allocate resources effectively. Download our sample budget template and take your nonprofit's fundraising to the next level! #NonprofitSuccess #BudgetingStrategies

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