The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Elevating Latino Voices: How Nonprofits Can Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month From the rhythmic cadence of salsa music to the inspiring tales of pioneers who’ve blazed trails in fields as diverse as literature, science, and politics, the Latino community has enriched the American mosaic in countless ways.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

A music festival, food festival, or cultural festival, to name a few, can bring people together in some of the best ways. . However, with the rise of COVID-19, festivals all over the world were put on hold, and the events industry, artists, and festival vendors were forced to find other ways of sharing their passions with the world. .

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Qgiv

APRIL 30, 2024

Choosing a nonprofit silent auction theme can be half the battle when planning to host a fundraising gala. Fundraising galas are about building awareness, fostering connections, and developing a great community around your cause. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box and get creative!

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Partner with a corporate sponsor or a major gifts supporter to host a matching gifts drive. In the aftermath of a disaster, whether it be a devastating hurricane that has left your community flooded or a wildfire that has forced your community to leave their homes behind, you’ll need to mobilize quickly to provide support.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In such a case, you may have trouble really inspiring board, volunteers and community members to commit to your mission with passion. In the Broadway musical “Hamilton,” the lead character of Alexander sings about who he and America are meant to be. You can host accessible, off-site clinics. Your donors?”

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

But how do you ensure your events not only honor this rich heritage but also captivate and mobilize your community towards meaningful action? Well-planned events enable nonprofits, community groups, businesses and government agencies to showcase AAPI arts, food, performances, and more.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Customized artwork Collaborate with local artists to create custom artwork inspired by your cause. Virtual Q&A session Host a virtual Q&A session where donors can interact directly with the beneficiaries of your cause. Share the playlist with donors and let them experience the emotion through music.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Need help deciding what type of online auction your nonprofit should host? Ready to host a virtual auction? Whether you choose the Roaring 20’s or want to host an 80’s event, decade-themed fundraising auctions are some of the most fun occasions to both plan and attend. Livestream some 60s music and entertainment.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

A music festival, food festival, or cultural festival, to name a few, can bring people together in some of the best ways. . However, with the rise of COVID-19, festivals all over the world were put on hold, and the events industry, artists, and festival vendors were forced to find other ways of sharing their passions with the world. .

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

Purim is a Jewish holiday that brings a community together — and gives everyone an excuse to dress up on a day that isn’t Halloween. Host a Passover seder as an alternative to the rubber chicken dinner or spaghetti supper. Local libraries may also be open hosting egg-hunters for a good cause. March Madness Money. 3 = $30 bet).

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Paint and sip events work for any type of organization, artists of all levels, and can easily be adapted for every season. If this isn’t an option available in your area, consider securing a location to host your own paint and sip night. Your artist just has to log in and lead class virtually. Poncey Highland Community Garden.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In the Broadway musical “Hamilton,” Alexander Hamilton sings about who he and America are meant to be. You could host accessible, off-site clinics. I came up with an idea to mesh my love of weekend crafts fairs and artist open studio visits with my day job. Here’s how you can start this critical work. . Dream bigger. .

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Host a Community Clean-Up. Take advantage of National Donut Day (6/7) or National Hot Dog Month (July) and host a summer treat-eating competition or bake sale for your cause. Host a Prom for a Purpose. I see what you did there, @wholewhale… Here's the one day in June to encourage repeat donors. Click To Tweet.

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M+R

MAY 10, 2021

Open captions are on by default and include every spoken word as well as any auditory cues like music, background noise that is integral to the message, etc. Additionally, you may see special characters used to create artistic typefaces for profiles on Twitter and Instagram. Audio Descriptions . Final Thoughts.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2021

You can host an in-person event with a set race route, or you can allow people to participate virtually in their own time and space. Host A Gala. It can even be hosted at your Executive Director’s home for some extra spice. Host A Challenge. It’s super fun and a great way to build community while bringing in donations.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 29, 2018

It’s a great opportunity to network with your community and encourage social interaction. Host a Fourth of July party with summery food, games and, of course, fireworks (bonus points if you hold the event at a lake). Use the power of music to unite your donors by hosting an outdoor benefit concert. Patriotic party.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 7, 2012

It can be hard trying to get people in your network and community to donate or get involved in fundraising activities. Host an educational seminar or webinar and charge attendees admission. Collect gold since it is selling at a high rate and you can ask your community to donate what they haven't worn in years.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Creative stuff: Things unique to your organization including the ability to create art, music, poetry, dance, etc. Some donors look for these signals of community support (everybody’s doing it) to make the decision that they would be in good company if they donate. Community impact or commemorative wall. Photo and Bio.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

You might try reaching out to businesses, artists, or other people in your neighborhood to see if they’d be willing to list things on your store (either as a donation or for a share of the profits) or produce branded items like mugs and hats based on popular products. 10) Hybrid concerts. 11) Live entertainment. 17) Talent show.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 5, 2016

When writing The Art of Relevance , I knew I wanted to share a bit of his story and the ways artists negotiate the relevance of their own work. But for the artists and objects involved, and for the people who care for them, these shifts can be dislocating. I saw this when we hosted the Princes of Surf exhibition in Santa Cruz.

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Achieve

JUNE 21, 2015

We’ll also hear from Jonathan Neman, founder and co-CEO of sweetgreen, a culinary lifestyle brand dedicated to smartly sourced food and the balance between work, life, food and community. is a weekly video series produced by PBS Digital Studios, hosted by curator Sarah Urist Green and author/vlogger John Green. The Art Assignment.

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Museum 2.0

JULY 26, 2010

Community science workshops. In the past, I've highlighted a few--like 826 Valencia and the Denver Community Museum --that I think have already influenced the way many traditional cultural organization do business. It's run by Jon Rubin, an artist and professor of social practice at Carnegie Mellon, and his students.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

If you want to learn a bit more about hosting a silent auction, check out our blog post on the eight steps to running a stellar event. Live Music Battles Live music battles make for great events because you can find a lot of excellent musical talent who want to get their names out there.

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NTEN

JANUARY 22, 2009

This method is great for its ease of use and immediacy but will not allow you to add any sound effects, music, or cut in other voices and input. As you get comfortable editing content and producing the audio files, you can embellish the podcast with sound effects, music, and additional guests. Marketing and Distribution.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Is there a volunteer in your community who’s known for their famous pies or cookies? Reach out to local members of the community and see if they’d be willing to bring a raffle winner along with them to get a look into their day-to-day professional responsibilities. It’s the perfect prize for any upcoming gatherings or a date night in.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2007

Creative Commons Licensed Music from CCmixter. After the workshop was over, my hosts took on a tour of Free Geek, a truly unique nonprofit organization in Portland. There was something very engaging and even artsy about this community of geeks volunteering their time, hanging out together, and shoulder-to-shoulder learning.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The best event for your nonprofit is one that serves your mission, delights your community, and doesn’t totally burn out your staff. Charity Races like marathons, 5Ks, fun runs, or walkathons invite participants to register with your nonprofit and collect donations from their community, making every step count for your cause.

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Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Last Friday night, my museum hosted a fabulous (in my biased opinion) event called Race Through Time. We created Race Through Time in partnership with a local networking group called Santa Cruz Next , whose primary aim is to support and celebrate ways that young professionals can and are changing our community for the better.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 23, 2015

It is a noncommercial site that has ratings and reviews for movies, games, apps, TV shows, websites, books, and music. LFP also points to a free basic class on online privacy that is hosted on the Internet Archive. Defrauding elderly people as has long been common practice for con artists. Common Sense Media to the rescue!

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 17, 2015

We’ll also hear from Jonathan Neman , founder and co-CEO of sweetgreen, a culinary lifestyle brand dedicated to smartly sourced food and the balance between work, life, food and community. The Art Assignment is a weekly video series produced by PBS Digital Studios, hosted by curator Sarah Urist Green and author/vlogger John Green.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 19, 2015

Whoever your community is, they decide. Can you define the community to whom you want to be relevant? The community decides what is relevant to them. Who interprets the interests of the community and decides on the relevant themes and activities for the year? Then, we define the needs and assets of that community.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 25, 2010

The Museum hosts collections directly related to the majors offered at the school, including painting, sculpture, and decorative art and design. Evening events entice with the promise of music and food. The evening events attract mostly older community members instead of students. You can't bring in an ink pen without a permit.

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CauseVox

JUNE 1, 2021

During this time, we need to get creative in ways to reach and engage our donors, as well as raise income, when we can’t physically host an event. Get your staff, board members, most dedicated donors, and active members of your community involved by asking them to kick off the first peer to peer fundraisers.

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Museum 2.0

JULY 12, 2010

When I first started exploring the site, I assumed it was mostly a place for charismatic hipsters and a few star artists with enough social media savvy and clever video production capabilities to produce enticing pitches. There's no video, just a picture of the planned new community cultural center. The museum's page is much simpler.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

But one question you might find yourself frequently asking is “What kind of fundraising event should we host next?”. This social aspect makes it a powerful way to boost visibility in your community and raise money for your programs! Donors are more likely to give when they know the person who’s doing the asking.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 29, 2017

I’m your host, Randy Hawthorne, Executive Director of Nonprofit Hub, an educational resource for nonprofits. MUSIC: Sleepy Eyed Thoughts by Bernardus. I would start by building up those communities, at least with Twitter, it means knowing who your influencers are through Klout. MUSIC: Sleepy Eyed Thoughts by Bernardus.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Small churches play a big role in their community. They’re home base for all kinds of community gatherings and events! To support your community, you first need a strong financial foundation. collect pledges in return for participating in a big community service day. Enlist in Boot Camp. Small churches do big things.

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