Futurism

MARCH 12, 2025

As Wu-Tang Clan rose from hardscrabble obscurity to become one of the most influential rap acts of the 1990s, there was never any doubt that the group's signature blend of real life storytelling and epic fiction was the product of human creativity but late in their career, that's clearly changed. It's not like they can't afford it."

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

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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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2024

To stand out in the fundraising world, you need to find engaging gala entertainment ideas to captivate your audience and motivate them to continue their relationship with your nonprofit. From classic themes to innovative experiences, check out these gala fundraiser ideas: Why are fundraising galas popular?

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The Next Web

OCTOBER 13, 2012

When it comes to starting up a new kind of business venture, the idea is only half the battle. Bringing the concept to life in a manner that is relevant to consumers, viable for stakeholders, and valuable to the market it operates in, is essential for creating a sustainable and profitable business. The other side of the story.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

It is easy to assume that they are looking for some sympathy or perhaps some ideas for dealing with the overwhelm. We call this priority status and it occurs when people quit listening and, instead, rush to share their own ideas. Excerpted from Radical Listening: The Art of True Connection by Dr. We call this competing.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 18, 2025

Some are working on reinvention: Huntsville , the Alabama town famous for its history with NASAs rocketry program, has remarketed itself as a music, arts, and cultural destination; while Hilliard , an Ohio city of less than 40,000 in the Columbus area, continues to build out infrastructure to incubate innovative startups. Ford Motor Co.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

Being an effective social media manager is both an art and a skill. They relish discussing ideas and issues online, and they do it with patience and kindness. Social media managers should be comfortable with the idea of posting status updates and tweets from any location at any time, when necessary. It’s a whole new Web.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 11, 2025

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. Take for example Christina Sass who, in 2012 at a Summit event, met someone who would change the course of my life, as she puts it.

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Whole Whale

JULY 17, 2024

Need to fundraise, but out of ideas on how to do it? Plus more thoughts on auctions, events, online campaigns, and peer-to-peer fundraising ideas to get you started. Plus more thoughts on auctions, events, online campaigns, and peer-to-peer fundraising ideas to get you started. We’ve got you covered!

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The Next Web

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

In the world of global business, it’s likely you’re going to have to learn how to master the art of digital leadership at some point — whether that’s to manage an entire team of displaced freelancers, to communicate with other offices, or to outsource specific roles. The word virtual sounds pretty scary.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

The architecture is a stunning Art Deco masterpiece, replete with mosaics, dramatic turrets, and enormous windows with dramatic displays of recent products. So we kind of took that idea literally, and designed the store around the concept of an apartment. There are plenty of plush sofas for you to sit on.

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NetWits

JUNE 15, 2011

Although many nonprofits are resistant to the idea of doing anything in the mobile due to issues of cost, time and resources the future is staring them in the face. 4) name: Relay For Life App. Neff – Author of The Future of Nonprofits: Thrive and Innovate in the Digital Age. It’s a must have. link : [link] #. link : [link].

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

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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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 8, 2011

If it is really something that is coming from the community, you can’t just take the idea and run; you’ll want to co-create it from idea to implementation. If you know your followers are into LBS, then be in that community and reward their activity in unique ways, such as check in 3 times and get an unique BK Art Star Badge.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Perhaps this stems from a firsthand experience, or a close relative or friend whose life has been touched by same. It might be a good idea to get a few people on the board with commercial real estate experience, finance/lending folks, etc. After that, I would say the next is commitment to the cause. Will they be involved?

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

We have you covered with 18 successful- yet untapped- fall fundraising ideas for 2021 with options for in-person, virtual, or hybrid setups, so that you can respond quickly and easily to COVID no matter what happens. This fall fundraising idea requires participants to pay a small fee to compete. Autumn Paint & Sip Night.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 14, 2015

In addition, after breaking news and current affairs, it’s the articles related to daily life that are the most popular on mobile and social media. Creative new media managers will expand their ideas about what their nonprofit can write about and experiment with publishing blog posts that share resources and useful advice.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

My friend, Mazarine Treyz , is an accomplished woman: She is passionate about life and supporting nonprofit organizations. Standing far away, I had no idea what people needed. I co-founded a nonprofit called “The Moon Balloon Project” and worked for arts in healthcare nonprofits.

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The Verge

AUGUST 17, 2020

Our son will be a junior in high school this year, and we have just given in to the idea that whatever happens, it’s not going to be typical in any way. We were strict in other ways, though, saying no to visits with friends we didn’t think were a great idea. Esther Cohen Social media manager, The Verge. Winging it.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

We craft narratives that give structure and context to our experiences, allowing us to connect events, emotions, and ideas into coherent and relatable frameworks. Once you have gathered and analyzed the data, you will have a better idea of how to craft a story that speaks to them. One of the primary ways we do this is through story.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

1) Master the art of Plain Language. . The Plain Language Movement started in the 1970s based on the idea to make it easier for the public to read, understand, and use government communications. Once paid, you will be given access to the recording. Thank you and Happy New Year! AI & Machine Learning.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2016

Earlier this month I was in Boston for the annual convention for Americans for the Arts where I facilitated a leadership development pre-conference workshop, “Impact without Burnout: Resilient Arts Leaders from the Inside/Out.” They enjoy sharing their ideas and perspectives openly with others.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 9, 2011

My favorite chapter is “Reimagine: Don’t Recycle: Anatomy of Content Circle of Life.&# Using a plant life cycle as a metaphor, they offer a framework for how to think about content that is life-giving, but also more efficient to produce. Here’s an example from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 3, 2011

I can’t think of a lesson, an outlook on life, and a guiding principle for my work that is more about love than this one. —– To Mama With Love is a collaborative online art project that honors moms across the globe and raises funds to invest in remarkable women who are transforming our world.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The new space was phenomenal—from outdoor climbing and obstacle courses, interactive exhibits that spanned life-size light-up games, to aeronautics with flying balls, to roller coaster physics, to water play with sound bowls. If you’re a museum, arts, or culture organization, you may be in this same dilemma.

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Qgiv

MAY 5, 2022

Just like physical health, one’s mental well-being directly influences their quality of life. Take a look at these 10 unique fundraising ideas for mental health nonprofits you can use at your nonprofit. Community art project. Create a community art project at your mental health nonprofit. Destress fundraising challenge.

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Media Cause

DECEMBER 21, 2022

It’s helping us invent new proteins and medicines , aiding us in the search for extraterrestrial life , and even helping us design better yachts. We’re even beginning to see an emergence of AI in marketing and art. . What does AI art mean for designers? Who owns the AI art that is created? Rights Issues.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 20, 2018

Where and when did the idea begin? It can be a person whose life you changed (or could change), or an organization which benefited from your work. The post Hone Your Craft: The Art of Nonprofit Storytelling appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Before all else, you need to be able to tell your organization’s “origin story.”

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Neon CRM

APRIL 7, 2025

To supplement that data collection, weve created this list of 35 successful donor appreciation ideas you can use to fill out your stewardship strategy. Pick the ideas that best fit your donor base and get started! Always searching for more great ideas? You can click the links below to skip to a certain section.

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The Verge

JULY 31, 2020

Whether they will be studying on campus or remotely, The Verge staff has created a list of great gift ideas. Compiled below is a list of 35 items — ranging from Beth Kobliner’s book Get a Financial Life (around $10) to the Asus Zephyrus G14 ($1,449) — that would be great gifts for anyone who is headed back to school. Contributors.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 18, 2025

Khan Academy For empowering students and their teachers with a free AI writing coach In 2023, Khan Academy launched Khanmigo, an experimental AI tutor designed to give students one-on-one help in tasks such as practicing math problems, brainstorming project ideas, and analyzing literature.

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The Next Web

MARCH 2, 2014

External constraints or the lacks of resources (finance, skills, business idea) are relative minor reasons. The scientist and the engineer understand that failure is part of the process more than anyone with a business or arts degree can. It’s a great life lesson in any case. The good part of failure. Changing the mindset.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

I’ve really enjoyed interviewing individuals about the self-care practices they can do for themselves to improve work life balance and their own well-being. CREATIVITY : the process and the product of manifesting your ideas in the world. MOVEMENT : using the body to give tangible form to ideas, qualities, or feelings.

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Candid

JUNE 26, 2024

Nonprofit fundraising basics Even for experienced fundraisers, it’s always a good idea to refresh core strategies to get the funding your organization needs. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions, real-life examples, and templates to help you master the art of writing successful grant proposals.

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Forum One

MARCH 25, 2021

Arts organizations serve as a vital heartbeat for local communities, infusing creativity, transforming spaces, and bringing together diverse audiences. The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts: Elevating a world-class cultural landmark. The Frist Art Museum: Inspiring cultural curiosity in Nashville.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Our budget-conscious gift guide features a variety of ideas that cost under $50, all of which are either thoughtful, entertaining, or incredibly useful. Below, you’ll find personalized art prints illustrating what the Solar System looked like the day your loved one was born — or the minute you met your partner.

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The Next Web

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

I genuinely liked Kicktable , a Belgian startup that aimed to build a service to ‘make urban life more exciting’ Basically, they wanted to build a community-powered marketplace à la Etsy or Airbnb for activities, offering locals a place to host and book discounted things-to-do at the last minute. 600+ participants. 2000+ users.

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