https://www.wildapricot.com/blog The WildApricot blog is about technology for non-profit organizations: how to do more with less; Usability issues; how to properly select and implement technology - and a sprinkling of humor and posts on general non-profit industry issues en WildApricot web tools for non-profits en Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:02:00 GMT Mon, 16 Jan 2023 23:38:06 GMT https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/association-trends Mon, 16 Jan 2023 23:38:06 GMT Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:02:00 GMT fdc8792f-b0d2-430b-b86b-9a57fc80580a Sonia Urlando 1 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/association-trends#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/association-trends.rss After the rollercoaster ride of the last three years, you might be wondering how we can predict association trends for 2023. It makes sense to feel uncertain, but trust us when we say that we’re not completely in the dark! Anticipated trends... membership https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/donor-stewardship Mon, 16 Jan 2023 11:25:57 GMT Tue, 10 Jan 2023 13:26:00 GMT 5b8edc60-f76f-47c9-a634-68e11991dc17 Korrin Bishop 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/donor-stewardship#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/donor-stewardship.rss As a fundraiser, you likely spend much of your time promoting your cause, organizing campaigns, and soliciting new gifts. But what happens after a gift has been made? Is the work over? Far from it. This is where donor stewardship begins. Ideally, you’ll... fundraising https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/free-nonprofit-webinars Sat, 31 Dec 2022 09:30:01 GMT Sat, 31 Dec 2022 09:30:00 GMT 6c736d5a-3b25-47a2-a64d-96448d6251ee WildApricot 24 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/free-nonprofit-webinars#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/free-nonprofit-webinars.rss Every month, we compile the internet's biggest list of free nonprofit webinars. Organizations are always looking for innovative ways to adapt to the challenges of working remotely, all while trying to find volunteers and lead successful teams. It’s... organizational-management https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-annual-report Mon, 16 Jan 2023 09:37:24 GMT Fri, 16 Dec 2022 16:59:00 GMT ddffe837-484a-4d48-9545-eea5f9be30b1 Tatiana Morand 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-annual-report#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-annual-report.rss Imagine: it’s the end of the year and you’re celebrating all you’ve accomplished with your team. You sit down at your desk, do a couple of good chair stretches, get ready to write up your nonprofit annual report and… you blank.... marketing https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/association-management-software-options Mon, 16 Jan 2023 23:38:06 GMT Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:26:00 GMT 723eedb8-92b6-4ed4-a312-4d5494263e33 Sonia Urlando 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/association-management-software-options#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/association-management-software-options.rss Many association team members have lengthy to-do lists full of administrative tasks. And while we all would love to have an assistant to take these off our plates, not many association budgets have wiggle room for such a luxury (if only!) Even if you... website-and-technology https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-data Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:13:44 GMT Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:27:00 GMT fddc70d7-bb2d-4cb7-85cc-f9050aabdad1 Sonia Urlando 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-data#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-data.rss Growing your membership organization is all about one thing: fostering strong connections with your membership base. Believe it or not, this all starts with member data management! Collecting accurate member data helps you to grow, engage and retain... membership https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/online-directory-software Wed, 11 Jan 2023 13:33:31 GMT Fri, 02 Dec 2022 10:12:00 GMT 09a5328c-6893-4552-a122-7af8d1094d64 Terry Ibele 2 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/online-directory-software#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/online-directory-software.rss Every membership organization can benefit from having a member directory —but it sure comes with a lot of information to juggle! That’s why online directory software is just what you need to keep up with member data without sending your... website-and-technology https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-directory Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:50:44 GMT Fri, 25 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT 465e6d10-b50f-48e7-b2c5-d9e557c78504 Sonia Urlando 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-directory#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-directory.rss Does trying to connect your organization’s members feel a little bit like herding cats? Then an online member directory is just what you need! One of the number one members’ benefits you can offer is the opportunity to network and connect... membership https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-membership Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:50:44 GMT Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:28:08 GMT a03a693e-2458-47dc-8f47-169ba5176244 Sonia Urlando 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-membership#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-membership.rss Want to build a community and boost your revenue? Then it’s time to become an expert in nonprofit membership programs! From growing your following to brainstorming member perks to setting up a great website, we have everything you need to know.... membership https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-appreciation Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:50:44 GMT Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT 52d7d60f-8dc9-4adc-8e75-adbe2b111889 Sonia Urlando 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-appreciation#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/member-appreciation.rss Your members are the people who turn your mission into a reality—which is why it’s so essential to show member appreciation! Inspiring positive feelings in your members keeps them connected to your cause, and motivates them to keep giving.... membership https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-board-positions Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:50:44 GMT Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT a8cc9198-ad3f-4810-af07-2b278b328016 Sonia Urlando 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-board-positions#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/nonprofit-board-positions.rss Every nonprofit needs the keen eye of a board of directors—but what are the nonprofit board positions you should fill? In order to create a board that can uplift your organization’s mission and long term goals, you need all the right players... organizational-management https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/fundraising-videos Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:50:44 GMT Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMT e088d0db-2ca1-48d6-a0c0-c18e30c853b7 Sonia Urlando 0 https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/fundraising-videos#comments https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/fundraising-videos.rss Fundraising videos build your case for support, providing viewers with an in-depth look at your organization and inspiring them to take action. It’s no surprise, then, that 57% of people who watch fundraising videos go on to make a donation.... marketing