Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

Researchers who have studied diversity for decades argue that positive outcomes associated with DEI have less to do with financial performance than with values, culture, and the kind of experiences that employees have within the organization. Unless you are committed to making a cultural change, the question of DEI is moot.

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Develop Pennsylvania Mentoring Newsletter 125

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Grant makers and nonprofit professionals are now talking openly about some very painful (and inter-related) issues in philanthropy, such as. The state of grant seeking. Answers on grant proposals if nonprofits were brutally honest with funders. Evaluating a Culture. The lack of inclusion and equity in philanthropy.

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Philanthropy Open Participatory Evaluation 98

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

But it is not just a new buzzword, a box to be checked, or even a singular phase in the grant cycle. Knowledge insights, grants and learning, information systems, data discovery, or relational analysis are just some of the terms showing up alongside the more familiar phrases of research and development and data analysis.

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 76

Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

Read on for our breakdown of the most important findings from the Giving USA 2023 Annual Report and our proposed solutions to the decline in household giving. Giving to arts, culture, and humanities increased 2.9% Then, focus on attracting donations in the form of grants from foundations, bequests, and corporate donations.

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Giving Report Grant Gift 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

The same can be said for working on different nonprofit projects – write one grant proposal at a time. When we describe self-care in the book, it isn’t just a focus on physical health, but also something we call “technology wellness.” This helps improve memory and synthesis. Write a to do list.

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Arts Literacy Brain Reflection 50

Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2021

Internalizing and externalizing an organization-wide culture of philanthropy. You can’t take your brand for granted. Arts and culture. Fundraisers must understand they no longer just write hard copy fundraising letters and grant proposals. Mastering an analytic approach to strategy and planning.

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Content Marketing Strategy Fundraising 128

Neon CRM

AUGUST 30, 2024

You know that securing grants will be a great way to fund your nonprofit’s programs and diversify your revenue streams. In this guide, we’ll walk you through those four main types of grants available to nonprofits and break down everything you need to know! Securing a grant is only step one. That’s why we’re here to help.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Cynthia Adams, CEO of TechSoup donor partner GrantStation , recently did an important online training webinar on how rural charities and libraries can get grants. If your charity or library happens to be located in rural America, it's not your imagination that it is harder to get grant funding in rural locations.

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America Fund Resource Library 56

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

There Has Been a Change In Your Nonprofit’s Scope Over time, technology, politics, and culture will impact your mission and how you approach it. They could be helpful in finding new ways to talk about your mission in your fundraising appeals, grant proposals, and more. Think about what would best speak to your audience.

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Examples Language Iowa Nonprofit 95

Connection Cafe

MARCH 2, 2015

Maybe you’ve experienced this scenario before: A well-intentioned member of your organization hears about an ‘amazing grant’ that could fund a new project. In a torrent of excitement, the staff member charges off at the chance to enhance their grant revenue. Does this grant & project fit within the long term strategic plan?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2013

” And that’s a difficult question to answer – whether it is your social or network strategy or a work of art. In other words, when it comes to measuring the impact of arts and culture, we may be surprised by how much funders, creatives, advocates, and communities have in common. What resources will be needed?

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Measure Impact Voice Evaluation 108

ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

There are mountains of resources for nonprofits who want to perfect the art of telling the stories of the clients and communities they serve. Have real conversations about augmenting the cultural competency and inclusivity of all organizations.

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Story Storytelling Oregon Nonprofit 76

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 15, 2010

Our funds have helped make Oregonians healthier and better educated, provided greater access to social services and the arts and culture, strengthened the nonprofit sector and improved the environment for all who live and visit here.”. Meyer Memorial Trust is the largest private foundation in Oregon, established from Fred G.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 1, 2010

Anyone can apply for a grant and the public decides who wins. Each month, Pepsi will award grants up to $1.3 million to the winning ideas across six categories, including: Health, Arts & Culture, Food & Shelter, The Planet, Neighborhoods and Education.

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BoardAssist

JANUARY 27, 2015

Use language from fundraising solicitations, grant proposals, or the annual report. If you give grants or scholarships to individuals or organizations outside the US, make sure to list and describe each one. Here are six sections to check to make sure your 990 is all it can be. If not, you may have to pay a penalty.

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Tips Charity Consultant Public 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2009

Facebook users will be able to nominate non profits that serve the general public in the following areas: education, healthcare, housing, the environment, combating hunger, arts and culture, human services and animal welfare. The next five organizations with the most votes will receive $100,000 each. Or maybe it will fester. .

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Learning Contest Lesson Philanthropy 101

Connection Cafe

JULY 27, 2015

As a conference both for and by the nonprofit technology community, community members submit session proposals and then vote on them to help shape the agenda. Reading through 400+ session proposals made my brain hurt, but at the same time pumped me up. Nearly impossible. Campaign Case Studies.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

The following organizations currently offer grant and funding opportunities for women and/or accept letters of inquiry or proposals. Amber Grant Foundation. Amber Grant Foundation. Historically for female entrepreneurs, the Amber Grant can now be awarded to female-led nonprofit organizations with vision and passion.

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Empowerment Grant Fund Resource 83

Kindful

MARCH 5, 2021

The following organizations currently offer grant and funding opportunities for women and/or accept letters of inquiry or proposals. Amber Grant Foundation. Amber Grant Foundation. Historically for female entrepreneurs, the Amber Grant can now be awarded to female-led nonprofit organizations with vision and passion.

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Empowerment Grant Fund Resource 104

Tech Soup

MAY 13, 2011

” Nonprofits once limited to raising money through cookie sales, charity balls, and foundation grants now have access to almost limitless fundraising streams with new technology platforms, micro-funding models, and evolving culture of giving. They also jointly run the street art blog StreetSideSF.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2022

The art of writing letters, and writing in general, has fallen by the way­side. The result could mean the difference between whether or not a nonprofit receives a major grant, acquires a new donor, or secures a key partnership. Case Study: The lost art of writing. When was the last time you received a handwritten letter ?

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Tips Sample Nonprofit Press 99

Everyaction

OCTOBER 5, 2016

and all over the world, that focus on essential topics like: Fundraising & Grants. Fundraising & Grants / #IFC2016 / @TheResAlliance. Fundraising & Grants. Annual Conference of Grant Professionals. Annual Conference of Grant Professionals. Grant Professionals Association / Atlanta, GA / $840.

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Conference Calendar DC Washington 111

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

She’s also certified by the Institute of Cultural Affairs, in the USA, for facilitation. Robin’s asking, “Writing a grant, how can you report impact and add measures to success with looking for funding for a pilot program?” Grant proposals. So, Marie, thank you so, so much for doing this.

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Measure Report Process Impact 83

Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

This post is even more relevant today to the broader conversation about audience diversity in the arts than when it was published three years ago. Most large American museums are reflections of white culture. I''m white, and several of the things Diane told me about are things I don''t notice because I''m part of the majority culture.

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Museum 2.0

FEBRUARY 22, 2012

What happens when a formal art museum invites a group of collaborative, participatory artists to be in residence for a year? But for museum and art wonks, it could be. I think there’s really an art to being able to put somebody at ease.It Will the artists ruin the museum with their plant vacations and coatroom concerts?

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Museum 2.0

JANUARY 11, 2011

The longer I consult with museums and cultural institutions, the more time I spend peering into people's eyes, wondering: do folks here feel able to innovate? Next Tuesday, we'll experiment with an "open thread" post, in which you are encouraged to share your own experiences (positive and negative) with innovation in organizations.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 18, 2020

In the HEROES Act, changes are proposed for PPP that further expands its scope, especially for nonprofit organizations. Here are a few of the amendments proposed by the HEROES Act –. 10M each for National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities. $5M 100M for Violence Against Women programs.

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BoardAssist

AUGUST 8, 2017

Also leave out endowments and any other funds designated for a specific purpose, such as restricted grant proceeds. The Trump administration has proposed reducing funding for a wide variety of social programs, which should lead you to wonder how much of a funding reduction your organization could withstand. Working capital.

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