The Diamond Mind Blog
Industry news and trends to keep you moving forward.
CampusPay Goes Mobile
Last week, we rolled out a release to the CampusPay software specifically designed to help forms look cleaner and run smoother on mobile devices such as cell phone and tablets. We are so excited to bring you this update, which will allow you to create responsive forms...
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NBOA 2020 Conference
The 2020 National Business Officers Association Conference is just around the corner! NBOA is always a highlight for the Diamond Mind team and is a great opportunity to connect with many of the business officers we work with on a daily basis. If you are attending,...
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Increase donations in 2020 with MySchoolWallet
Want to start 2020 off with a better way to take care of business? The MySchoolWallet app gives families the flexibility to pay anytime from their mobile device. The easier it is to pay, the more likely they are to pay their bills on time and without needing to call...
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Campaign Fundraising Through Storytelling
A successful giving campaign is all about the story you tell. Inspiring donors to give back to your school year after year can be a challenge. Crafting a clear, compelling campaign narrative is key to engaging your audience so you can meet your goals and increase...
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Making Mobile Payments Easier for Parents
Speaking as a parent, I can say life without my smartphone would be nearly impossible. At the touch of a few buttons, I can check weather, buy groceries, pay bills, order diapers, and more–anywhere I am. Why do I love this? Because managing my day and my life through...
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Announcing SchoolCommunity
Diamond Mind and Community Brands are thrilled to announce the new SchoolCommunity platform connecting our leading solutions for schools. Through single sign-on and two-way data integration, this platform empowers you to choose from a best-in-class portfolio of...
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Software Solutions for the Finance Office
The budgeting process is one of the most important factors related to your independent school’s financial success, and when partnered with a carefully monitored accounting system, your school can reap rewards in finance,...
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Giving Tuesday Campaign Guide!
It's not too late to initiate a Giving Tuesday Campaign at your school! If you're looking for a plan for Giving Tuesday or any future fundraising campaign, read through these suggestions to help you get ready then download our guide. Here are some thoughts to get you...
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Learn More About PCI Compliance
PCI compliance refers to meeting the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, a must when an independent school (or any merchant) accepts credit or debit cards for payments. Once implemented, maintaining PCI compliance is an ongoing effort, and for many schools,...
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Eight Tips for a Successful Fundraising Letter
Rising campaigns are important contributors to school budgets, and independent schools routinely send out annual pleas for fundraising dollars. To simplify your school's next campaign kick-off, here are some tips for effective fundraising solicitation letters: Be...
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