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17 Historical Nonprofit Moments You Should Know

Whole Whale

In 2024 and beyond, as our societies and communities absorb dramatic changes in in our democracies, how we orient around social justice, and how technology impacts our daily lives—understanding the history of the nonprofit sector is more important than ever. The first community foundation was established in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1914.

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15 Historical Nonprofit Moments You Should Know

Whole Whale

It is important to understand the history of nonprofit organizations in order to see where the future may go. The first community foundation was established in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1914. Creation of Americorps in 1993 under Clinton administration with the National and Community Service Trust Act of 1993.

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Guest Post: Stories of Volunteer Managers, Technology, and the Pandemic

Twenty Hats

So I think, in many ways, for as often as everybody complains about technology and all the challenges, I think this past year could have gone very differently if we didn’t have these platforms.” — Volunteer manager embracing technology in Ohio. What a year it’s been. And these were really unique ways to engage our volunteers.”.