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How Automation Can Level Up Your Nonprofit Marketing Strategy
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How Automation Can Level Up Your Nonprofit Marketing Strategy

The Martin Luther King Economic Development Corp. exemplifies innovative social enterprise practices by fostering economic growth and empowerment within marginalized communities. They have successfully launched initiatives that cater to housing, entrepreneurship, and community services, providing a sustainable model for social impact. Their approach demonstrates the significant potential for nonprofits to drive community-oriented economic development.

Social Enterprise: Martin Luther King Economic Development Corp.

All Hands Boatworks, a small nonprofit based in Milwaukee, was honored as the Small Nonprofit Organization of the Year. This recognition celebrates their innovative approach to engaging youth through boat-building programs that teach valuable skills. The organization has significantly impacted the local community, providing both educational and personal growth opportunities for participants.

Small Nonprofit Organization of the Year: All Hands Boatworks

This article provides a detailed example of a donor thank you letter, highlighting best practices for expressing gratitude and maintaining strong relationships with supporters. It offers insights into the essential elements that make for a compelling thank you note, ensuring donors feel valued and appreciated. Additionally, the article covers the importance of personalization and timely communication in fostering donor loyalty.

Steal This Thank You Letter! A Sample Donor Thank You Letter for Your Nonprofit

This article showcases key achievements and initiatives in the realm of climate justice in 2024, highlighting innovative practices and strategies that have driven significant progress. It features examples of collaboration and community efforts that aim to create sustainable and equitable environments. The selected stories serve as a guide and inspiration for organizations striving to address the pressing issue of climate change.

Climate Justice: The Best of 2024 (So Far)


Northwestern Mutual has pledged $3.9 million to 57 schools and nonprofits in the Milwaukee area, the company announced on Monday. This funding from the Northwestern Mutual Foundation includes the Summer Teacher Project Grants, which were awarded to 25 teacher-led initiatives. The other $1.9 million will support early childhood and K-12 education, as well as “schools […]

Northwestern Mutual commits $3.9 million to 57 Milwaukee-area schools and nonprofits

This article highlights Chad Bauman, the Nonprofit Executive of the Year, who leads the Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Bauman is recognized for his exemplary leadership and innovative strategies that significantly contributed to the theater's growth and community impact. His achievements underscore the critical role of strong leadership in the nonprofit arts sector.

Nonprofit Executive of the Year: Chad Bauman, Milwaukee Repertory Theater


Generative AI technologies have made it possible for users to transform raw information—quickly and easily—into a presentable and readable form. Although there is concern about how generative AI affects the integrity of written work and images, there is also hope that responsible adoption can boost the social sector’s impact. Greg Stanley at PEAK Grantmaking has […]


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Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals?


By Paul Clolery Nonprofit employees with 403(b) retirement plans would be able to participate in collective investment trusts (CITs), if new federal legislation passes and is signed into law. A CIT is a tax-exempt investment vehicle that is similar to mutual funds that provides a diversified, pooled investments. Under current law, 401(k) holders, 403(b) plan […]


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Two Federal Bills Target Nonprofit Retirement Plans
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Two Federal Bills Target Nonprofit Retirement Plans










Criminal background checks are one way for nonprofit organizations to protect themselves, their assets, and the people they serve, but they may not be right for every organization.  Ensuring resources is a role of the board, in addition to setting direction for the organization and providing oversight. One way to ensure resources and provide oversight may be to consider background checks for board members.  It is important to note that race has a significant impact on interactions with the criminal justice system and an equity mindset is required in reviewing the information raised in background checks.


Considerations of Background Checks for Nonprofit Board Members


Earlier today I presented a brand new webinar Easier Content Creation for Nonprofits: Mastering AI, Repurposing and Curation. In addition to tips on repurposing and curating content, I included a whole section on writing better AI prompts for your communications. Want to watch the recording of this webinar? Become an All-Access Pass Holder! You [...]


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Tips for Writing Better AI Prompts: A Guide for Nonprofit Communicators

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This week's HBI@UWM Weekly Nonprofit News Digest covers a range of important topics for those in the nonprofit sector. Highlights include tips for writing better AI prompts for nonprofit communicators, featuring a recording of a recent webinar on content creation and AI mastery. The newsletter also showcases climate justice achievements of 2024, offering insights into innovative practices and collaborative efforts driving progress. A sample donor thank you letter provides best practices for expressing gratitude to supporters, essential for maintaining strong relationships. News about Northwestern Mutual's $3.9 million pledge to Milwaukee-area schools and nonprofits underscores significant local philanthropic efforts. Automation's role in enhancing nonprofit marketing strategy is also explored, along with recognition of All Hands Boatworks as the Small Nonprofit Organization of the Year. Additionally, the Martin Luther King Economic Development Corp. exemplifies social enterprise success in fostering community empowerment, and Chad Bauman of the Milwaukee Repertory Theater is highlighted as the Nonprofit Executive of the Year. The Digest also discusses the potential benefits and concerns surrounding AI-generated grant proposals, two federal bills aimed at nonprofit retirement plans, and considerations for conducting background checks on nonprofit board members with an equity mindset.

HBI@UWM Weekly Nonprofit News Digest covers AI prompts, climate justice, donor thank you letters, Northwestern Mutual's $3.9M pledge, marketing automation, All Hands Boatworks' recognition, social enterprise success, Chad Bauman's leadership, AI-generated grant proposals, nonprofit retirement legislation, and board member background checks.

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