Mashable Tech

MARCH 31, 2025

Channeled through community foundations in Atlanta, Austin, Columbia, New York City, and San Francisco, more than $10 million in grants have been awarded to technical nonprofits that will then supply individualized AI support to organizations in their communities.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Nearly half (47%) of family foundations have assets of more than $10 million, an increase of 17% during the past 10 years. The rate at which foundations give general operating support, multiyear grants, and capacity-building grants has declined steadily since 2015. There has been a decline in impact investing.

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

According to a study from Goldman Sachs, “Generative AI tools could impact 300 million full-time jobs worldwide, which could lead to a significant disruption in the job market.” The 4Cs or critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication complement technology and will serve any organization well in competitive markets.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Associations that foster a culture of adaptability, innovation, and collaboration are better positioned to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. Our survey shows that while many organizations value collaboration, theres often a need for digital literacy and alignment across teams.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 27, 2022

1 – 2 to convene purpose-driven, action-oriented philanthropists, foundation executives, social impact investors, and thought leaders to explore the role of the philanthropic sector in stewarding collaboration. The annual Global Philanthropy Forum (GPF) will return in-person Nov.

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.orgSource

MARCH 7, 2022

eXtention Foundation, 2019 Impact Collaborative, DEI Fellow One of my early […]. Like a string of beads, it is our unique differences and intricacies that make us so appealing and attractive. We would not be as beautiful if we were all the same. It’s the contrast and asymmetry that makes us worthwhile.—

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Candid

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Yet, despite the generosity of donors, the allocation of funds to nonprofits has often lacked consistency, predictability, and equity—factors critical to ensuring long-term impact and sustainability in the sector. The result of our collaboration is the Dollars and Change report, a comprehensive study of U.S.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Traditionally, we think of impact as, “For X cost, the organization will serve Y number of people in Z amount of time to create A, B, C outcomes using D, E, F strategies.” All of which combine to make impact difficult to measure and explain. Our expectations around results are powerful. Redefine Success by Solution Testing.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Common Impact , a Brooklyn, N.Y. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Newsweek , for leadership in philanthropy and corporate social responsibility. “I’m My experience in strategic communications, nonprofit governance, and community engagement will help scale the organization’s impact and position it for continued success.”

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Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Research shows the impact of prioritizing grassroots engagement and localized impact on nonprofit sustainability. Share regular updates and behind-the-scenes stories to create emotional connections and a tangible sense of impact for your donors. Share stories of impact from donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

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Candid

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The need to center performance over prestige According to Altrata’s Ultra High Net Worth Philanthropy 2024 report, “[a]lmost 20% of UHNW individuals have a private foundation. Collaborate with influencers to amplify the nonprofit’s brand and bring them to the attention of UHNW individuals.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Similarly, without robust support from funders, many nonprofits would struggle to fulfill their missions and extend their positive impact on communities. Its a lot less anxiety and its more aligned with how we achieve impact for the populations we serve. Without strong roots, a tree withers and fails to reach its potential.

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Candid

JANUARY 7, 2025

Asking donors to rethink the funder-grantee relationship Nonprofits are used to keeping donors at arms length, presenting their successesthe beautiful mosaicwhile concealing the individual tiles that make that successful impact possible. They need to understand the wins and struggles that shape meaningful impact.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This flexibility ensures that operations can continue even if your physical office is impacted. If possible, establish these relationships beforehand so you can make an immediate impact. Extend Deadlines For programs currently in the application cycle, extend deadlines for potential grantees in impacted areas.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 9, 2022

Years ago, I worked on a project where I was hired to interview about 75 different foundations in one state. These included all types of foundations, large to small, family-run, disease-related, corporate-operated. Do you know the one thing that nearly every foundation representative shared? Collaboration in a Crisis.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Greg Fine – a marketing consultant that works to elevate nonprofit marketing impact, revitalize giving campaigns, and bring energy and awareness to nonprofit brands and their mission. The Hero Campaigns Here are the campaigns, plus highlights and impact for each. Urgency: The campaign is a one-day, high-impact event.

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.orgSource

MARCH 18, 2025

Trust Is the Foundation Eshkenazis first rule at APICS? Its about creating an environment where trust, transparency, and strategic focus drive meaningful impact. Reflection for Your Association: Are you viewing governance as an ongoing process or a one-time fix? No surprises.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

. — Gary McGeough from Bristol Organizations Committed Team Players, Capable of Collaborating Effectively I seek individuals who are genuinely passionate about our mission and show a strong belief in our values and goals. They should be dedicated to serving our community and willing to go the extra mile to make a positive impact.

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2023

Foundations play a crucial role in supporting nonprofit organizations and driving positive change within communities. However, in recent years, there has been a growing recognition that foundations possess the potential to offer more than just monetary resources.

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

According to Foundation Source’s survey on how Gen Z and Millennials view charitable giving, the next generation started giving at a young age—just 14 years old for the average Gen Zer—and they show continued interest in charitable activities. Connecting NextGen with their communities holds promise to maximize impact—and joy—in giving.

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Google Research AI blog

MARCH 16, 2023

The Impact Lab team, part of Google’s Responsible AI Team , employs a range of interdisciplinary methodologies to ensure critical and rich analysis of the potential implications of technology development. Our work gives weight to Google's AI Principles.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2024

This Q&A series aims to provide readers with valuable insights from changemakers across the social impact community. TCA is a 2024 Blackbaud Impact Award Winner for The Changemaker Award which recognizes organizations that have embraced new tech capabilities to overcome challenges and deliver transformative results.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 9, 2024

They emphasized the importance of establishing a solid foundation for AI adoption by fostering a culture that embraces change, identifying essential building blocks, and prioritizing workforce training. By building a foundation that welcomes innovation, associations can unlock the full potential of AI.

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sgEngage

APRIL 14, 2025

In his webinar, Beyond the Check: Enhancing Grantee Well-Being for Lasting Social Impact , Meico Marquette Whitlock provided examples of how organizations were incorporating well-being into their grant programs. For many of those efforts, the basis is an intuitive grants management system.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2025

Revisit mission, vision and values : Everything naturally and powerfully flows from this foundation. Collaborate like the whole world depends on it: With so many nonprofits occupying similar mission space, it makes compelling business sense to collaborate. Our nation boasts more than 1.5 million nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 11, 2024

A well-crafted RFP attracts the right partners and lays the foundation for successful projects. Here are some essential tips to kick off your project successfully: Meet with whoever will be impacted by the project (staff, stakeholders, supporters) to integrate all ideas and opinions at the start.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

It’s like doubling—or even tripling—the impact of every donation you receive! This could include current donors looking to make a bigger impact, a board member, or a family foundation. GivingTuesday Partnerships Through Matching Gifts Did you know that matching gifts can be a game-changer for your GivingTuesday campaign?

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sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2025

But there are still a lot of opportunities to support grantee well-being to create long-term impact. By doing so, they can help the organizations they support to not only survive but thrive, leading to more effective and sustainable social impact for generations to come. Similarly, the John D. and Catherine T. Funding Bold vs.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 29, 2021

Wired Impact :: wiredimpact.com. Wired Impact is a website platform built specifically for nonprofits. Loomly is an online social media calendar that allows multiple users to collaborate from one master calendar. Boardable enables boards and committees to easily schedule, meet, and collaborate virtually or in person.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As the senior manager of digital and data at the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation , Im always looking for new ways to eliminate friction between our organizations mission to prevent osteoporosis and my teams ability to realize it. In the past five years, we have exceeded expectations. The same can be true for your organization.

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Candid

JUNE 11, 2024

One answer is funder collaboratives. A research brief from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, The Bridgespan Group, and Funders’ Committee for Civic Participation identifies collaborative funds as key to strengthening our democracy and promoting a vibrant, just, and inclusive future.

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.orgSource

AUGUST 19, 2024

It’s impossible to create that high-level, human-centered impact without getting into the weeds. Data is the foundation for every technological initiative. The last thing you want to do is create roadblocks to the collaboration and agility needed for success in digital markets. But I may be glossing over an important point.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 6, 2024

They are increasingly a vector attack, used as pathways for bad actors to get into government or foundation information technology (IT) systems. These models often build on impact investing as well as novel technologies such as blockchain. Hungary and Iran. It is not just the changing legal landscape affecting organizations.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Calgary Foundation Major Grants support single or multi-year, large-scale initiatives with transformational impact that broadly enrich the community.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

However, the positive impact of these contributions can be undermined when organizations fail to prioritize the safety and well-being of the people they serve. Safeguarding is not a peripheral concern for philanthropy; it is central to ensuring that the work of funders and the organizations they support has a lasting, positive impact.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In today’s digital age, creativity and impact are more vital than ever for organizations that aim to connect effectively with their audiences. The platform not only provides a wealth of resources but also encourages collaboration and community building among users.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Kindness is a foundation for equity and inclusion. Although I doubt that many organizations still need a Casual Friday, if your group is a holdout, this is an easy, high-impact fix. Are there areas where workers have privacy as well as places to collaborate? It’s a natural fit and powerful reinforcement to DEI programs.

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