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Emily Haynes is senior editor of nonprofit intelligence at the Chronicle of Philanthropy, where she covers nonprofit fundraising. Before coming to the Chronicle, Emily worked at WAMU 88.5, Washington’s NPR station. There she coordinated a podcast incubator program and edited for the hyperlocal news site DCist. She was previously assistant managing editor at the Center for American Progress.Emily holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental analysis from Pitzer College in Claremont, Calif.

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Donors Are Expressing Concern About the Economy, Say Chief Fundraisers

Confidence among fundraisers has declined, though most expect to reach their goals, and more than half of organization say staffing shortages will be their biggest challenge ahead, a survey has found.

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How Data Can Help Nonprofits Bring in More Donations

When data analysts work hand-in-hand with fundraisers, the results can be bigger gifts and better donor relationships.

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Not Sure What Donor Data to Collect? Think About Why People Care About Your Nonprofit

Everyone on staff should understand what data is important to collect — such as events donors attend, whether they volunteer, and other ways they connect with the organization — and understand the goals.

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Easy Ways to Start Using Data to Raise Money

Taking those first steps to incorporate data into fundraising can be intimidating. Experts offer advice on how to get started.

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Why Fundraisers Need to Double Down on Data Security

The data nonprofits collect about donors is valuable. Securing and protecting it is essential to maintain a good relationship with supporters.

Drop in Giving From 2021 to ‘22 Was Among the Steepest Ever, ‘Giving USA’ Found

International aid was the only cause that raised enough to beat inflation, as individual donors contributed 13 percent less than 2021. Plus, see the Giving USA data in four charts.

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LGBTQ+ Nonprofits Get Less Than 1 Percent of All Charitable Giving, Report Finds

They bring in less revenue and have fewer assets and expenses, but giving to those groups is growing.

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Bonuses Can Help Nonprofits Stretch Budgets and Retain Fundraisers

Workplace culture plays a crucial role in how well incentive compensation works to draw in potential hires.

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How Some Fundraisers Are Using ChatGPT Technology to Do Their Jobs Better

The chatbot can automate mundane, time-consuming tasks like writing social-media posts, drafting thank-you notes to donors, and completing grant applications.