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Strengthening communities by supporting the nonprofit workforce 

Candid

But hardship doesn’t just exist among the communities we serve; it’s present within our own workforce as well. For many nonprofit workers—especially those who work in social assistance, the arts, or the religious sector—wages just can’t keep up with rising costs. We also need consistent data and policy solutions.

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How Summit redefines community for entrepreneurs

Fast Company Tech

From the mouths of most companies, the word community amounts to nothing more than another cliched buzzword drained of any substance. But in some instances, the idea of community is so intrinsic to what the company is and stands for that the meaning behind the word evolves into something more. Community is not the right word.

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Arts-based community development & Leon and Thea Koerner Award

Charity Village

The Leon and Thea Koerner Award, administered through the BC Arts Coucil, recognizes the excellence and innovation of artists leading social change or transformation. Application Deadline: May 17, 2023 Through the BC Arts Coucil, organizations are invited to apply for the Arts-Based Community Development program.

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Use your arts degree to create a meaningful career in the nonprofit sector

Charity Village

Earning a degree in the arts is a great step towards creating a meaningful career in the nonprofit sector. For those of us who dedicate our careers to the nonprofit sector, we work to improve not only our communities but also the greater world around us.

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Funding & Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On Arts & Culture

Bloomerang

Similar to the list I shared for nonprofits focusing on education , arts and culture tends to be a very popular issue area for American foundations. The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation.

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Grants for nonprofits operating in the arts, environment, education, or social welfare and health sectors

Charity Village

The McLean Foundation invites nonprofits operating in the arts, environment, education, or social welfare and health sectors to apply for grants of up to $15,000. The Foundation seeks projects that show promise for improving the wellbeing of people, communities, and our environment which may initially lack broad public appeal.

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Record Revenue, Double Digit Hike For GivingTuesday

The NonProfit Times

Generosity isn’t just about money – it’s about connection and community,” Asha Curran, GivingTuesday’s chief executive officer said via a statement. “In This shows needs in communities remain high. Arts and culture might have done particularly well. “We

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