Greater Giving

AUGUST 6, 2024

Here’s a breakdown of school fundraising needs, challenges, and winning strategies for every level: Elementary Schools: Building a Strong Foundation Needs : Technology, playground equipment, arts programs. Peer-to-Peer: Encourage students to collect pledges for completing a fun challenge, like jumping rope or building a tower.

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Candid

JULY 22, 2021

Her third round of grants in less than a year, Scott wrote that grant recipients were “286 high-impact organizations in categories and communities that have been historically underfunded and overlooked.” Editor’s note: Scott awarded a grant to Candid.) . Our analysis of Scott’s 2020 grants is available here.) .

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Candid

OCTOBER 1, 2021

170 million in challenge grants for low-income, undocumented students. September 30, 2021 The Schuler Education Foundation has awarded a first round of challenge grants totaling $170 million to five colleges in support of financial aid for low-income and/or undocumented students.

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Bonterra

AUGUST 15, 2022

Read their story on Driving ROI: A business case for case management solution for nonprofit organizations Impact Powered by: Program Management Human services Nonprofits Public agencies Coordinating social services Student ACES for Leadership Student ACES for Leadership reached new heights with Bonterra’s Jumpstart program.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Once you understand your part in this matrix of good, you can better tell your story and articulate your value in grant writing. Let’s say your organization advocates for high-speed internet access in rural areas, helping students of all ages achieve digital literacy and support quality education.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The first grants are to be awarded later this year. Here are ways nonprofits can contribute to the preservation of local journalism: Funding and grants: Nonprofits with education missions can apply for the available Press Forward funding and secure a five-year grant.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has announced a $50 million gift from Grant Verstandig and the Verstandig Family Foundation in support of the Medical/Surgical Pavilion currently under construction. South Arts announces $6 million BIPOC arts initiative. Read more. . November 4, 2021. Read more. . November 4, 2021.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

posted by Stacey Romanotto Graduate Student, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. There is a saying among fundraising professionals that proposal writing is both an art and a science. The art aspect refers to how well an inspired writer describes a project and the grant-seeking organization.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 18, 2014

Wabash is small (901 students last year), all male (one of three such institutions left in the country), a traditional liberal arts school and the best decision I’ve ever made. Besides its rigorous academics, Wabash College stands out for its fiercely loyal and passionate students and alumni, the “Little Giants.” The best part?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

Much has been written about the extraordinary grant making of businesswomen, MacKenzie Scott. Scott is a firm believer that higher education is a proven pathway to opportunity, so 2- and 4-year institutions successfully educating students who come from communities that have been chronically underserved will receive significant funding.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Well-planned events enable nonprofits, community groups, businesses and government agencies to showcase AAPI arts, food, performances, and more. Reach out to Asian American student groups on college campuses as well. Consider featuring traditional music, dance, theater, or martial arts groups from the community.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Certain corporate giving programs like volunteer grants encourage employees to volunteer with nonprofits. As a result, nonprofits not only earn money from the volunteer grants but also gain a new base of dedicated volunteers. Volunteer grants function very similarly to matching gifts. More volunteer sign-ups. New partnerships.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

For example, if you join a modern art museum, there is a good chance you won’t have to pay admission to other modern art museums. Creative stuff: Things unique to your organization including the ability to create art, music, poetry, dance, etc. Same for any grants, regrants, mini-grants, or loans you offer.

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Candid

JUNE 16, 2022

There was also a growing understanding that centering equity in these grants was essential to mitigating the inequities of COVID’s impact. For example, the guide shares how savvy education funders are considering the impact of learning loss on students who every year miss more and more days of instruction due to the climate crisis.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Do you serve K-12 students? Required documents: To obtain grants, you need proof of your nonprofit status or fiscal sponsor. For instance, there may be several nonprofits that offer art programs for secondary school students, but you are one of the few entities that serve adults 18 years and older. Senior citizens?

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Personalized art pieces Collaborate with local artists or beneficiaries to create custom artwork reflecting your organization’s mission. Major donors are sure to love an original piece of art from one of the beneficiaries of their generosity. The Lucrative Art of Thanking Donors Webinar. Discover why (and how!)

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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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Qgiv

MAY 1, 2023

Community festivals, government-sponsored activities, and educational activities for students are all essential parts of this month-long celebration. Exploring Asian and Pacific art is also a great way to delve into AAPI history. Each year, the Federal Asian Pacific American Council designates a theme to focus on.

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 14, 2009

Last year, bloggers big and small raised $270,000 to provide 65,000 students with the resources needed to learn. At Socialbrite, we’d like to call on our readers to support students in public school classrooms in low-income areas. This year, Twitter has joined the fray. The cool part?

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Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2014

Not because of the unusually big grants, but because most of them are members of our TechSoup family. A panel of community advisors reviewed the submissions, and chose 25 finalists – all of whom won significant grants. TechSoup Members Among the Top 10 Finalists ($250,000 to $500,000 Grant Winners). 500,000 Grant Winners.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2021

You can’t take your brand for granted. Arts and culture. 8 Ways College Students Can Save the Environment Every Day. Fundraisers must understand they no longer just write hard copy fundraising letters and grant proposals. Clarify your brand and tie it to today’s zeitgeist. . Tips for Safely Bringing Home a Rescue Dog.

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Twenti - Digital Marketing For Nonprofits

MAY 22, 2020

The RSA (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce) aims to enrich society by sharing powerful ideas and encouraging people to donate. Some of the RSA’s videos include drawing and animation features, check out this quick inspirational video, which won an RSA Student Design award. Ad Grant Management.

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Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 16, 2011

She is also a Penn student and a current Top 15 National Finalist for the Washington Campus Compact's Students in Service Awards , as well as the winner of a DoSomething Grant. June 1-22: My Juicy Blogging E-course: The Art and Play of Blogging for Artists, Writers, Creative Entrepreneurs and Do-Gooders.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Through an intensive two-month training on how to hone their pitch, 20 nonprofits work with mentors from the community to get their story down to the length of a pop song with the ultimate goal of “pitching” to the audience at Tempe Center for the Arts on March 26.

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CauseVox

MAY 6, 2021

As you may know, past LPEF grants have funded essential programs like PE and Library services as well as enrichment programs like science, art, and music to all students at Loma and CT English schools. Since 2001, the Loma Public Education Fund (LPEF) has been raising funds for the Loma Prieta Joint Union School District.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 22, 2011

In line with the design, drawing, and multimedia editing tools that form the backbone of Adobe, they invest in organizations that are addressing arts and creativity, education, and youth service issues. Grant Programs from the Adobe Foundation. The Foundation's community grants program has two focus areas: Arts and Creativity.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 7, 2014

Dzauya Nkuchwayo is an Arts & Culture Consultant with more than 10 years’ experience within The Raiser’s Edge. But for Arts & Cultural organizations, we’ve got our performances and programs to think of as well. How did this camp program help enhance your art skills/confidence/desire to perform? Donor fatigue.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 7, 2012

Melissa Schilling , writer and photographer for Project Hope Art. The success of Project Hope Art's blog has come from understanding what their audience wants and how to move them to action. Project Hope Art engages its supporters to raise funds to help children affected by the earthquake that devastated Haiti.

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Museum 2.0

DECEMBER 26, 2012

I LOVE the way the James Irvine Foundation presents their lessons learned from grant-making in the Arts Innovation Fund program. This is just a super-interesting review of an exhibition of damaged art. What happens to objects when they are no longer art? What happens to objects when they are no longer art?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Students on Ice. Winners also earn grants (between $1,000 and $5,000) for the organizations featured in their essays. Has your nonprofit mastered the art of storytelling? What are some examples of powerful storytelling you’ve seen in the social good community? Global Giving: Syrian Refugee Crisis. Refugee Girls in Lebanon.

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DNL OmniMedia

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Let’s walk through a selection of unique nonprofit websites that not only incorporate these elements but go above and beyond to impress visitors and inspire donations: Interlochen Center for the Arts. Top Nonprofit Website: Interlochen Center for the Arts. North Shore Animal League. Mustard Seed Communities. Gooley Hemophilia Center.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 25, 2010

I immediately recalled a phenomenon I witnessed as a student at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). During my time at RISD studying industrial design, I developed relationships with two museums on campus: the Museum of Art and the Nature Lab. The Edna Lawrence Nature Lab was established in 1937, also as a resource for students.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

In this post, I’ll share funding and grant resources for nonprofits involved in the education sector. Their priorities range from facilitating book donation drives to supporting arts education to funding playground construction and family literacy programs. . Funding Priority: Education. The Awesome Foundation. New Earth Foundation.

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EveryAction

APRIL 25, 2016

Certain companies will donate to any eligible 501(c)(3) organization, whereas others have limitations and will only contribute to nonprofits that support certain causes such as: Arts and culture. The Association of Former Students at Texas A&M University does an excellent job of promoting matching gifts on their donation page.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 15, 2017

A nonprofit leader needs to pay attention in the event that previously available grants a program depends on are being transformed into SIBs (Gustaffson-Wright, et al, 2016). Business Aligning for Students: The Promise of Collective Impact. The Philanthropic Consequence of Government Grants to Nonprofit Organizations: A Meta-Analysis.”

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2011

NMI students agree; however, they additionally rank high their interest in learning about strategic planning, board governance, grant writing, marketing, program evaluation, and social entrepreneurship. Responses from NMI students and alumni reveal that 94% say NMI courses are relevant to their daily work. Stay tuned.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 28, 2020

in grants to assist underserved areas, including communities of color and rural communities. . 13B to increase SNAP benefits , provid ing additional funding for food banks, senior nutrition programs and to include college students in SNAP programs. . $7B in targeted funding for H BCUs and tribal colleges. .

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