sgEngage

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

If you expend all your operating reserves, you can put your organization in a pinch going forward. With the right policies and strategies in place, your nonprofit organization can draw from your operating reserves during and after an emergency without putting future operations at risk. Check out our webinar with A.

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VisionLink

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Multiple industries are represented at AIRS, including Housing and Homelessness, Aging and Disabilities, Crisis, Health Care, Public Health, and more. One should envision these many components of whole communities when establishing or growing a program that centers around information and referral data sharing.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Note from Beth: Shonali Burke, who we interviewed in “ Measuring the Networked Nonprofit , let me know about an exciting project she is working on with the Center for Community Change that is hosting the 8th Annual Change Champion Awards (in DC) today (Sept. What are the paths to the more easily counted tangible results?

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Measure Community Organization Social 97

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Imagine, for example, if nonprofits could use funding earmarked for housing services to address the underlying issues leading to homelessness, such as substance use or mental health disorders. That leaves us in the challenging position of essentially cobbling together funding to address our community’s most pressing needs.

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Tableau

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Housing and Homelessness Lead at Tableau Foundation. Together, the partners are proud to champion a data-driven approach to preventing and ending youth and young adult (YYA) homelessness for the estimated 13,000 young people in Washington state who experience homelessness each year. . Jason Schumacher. Kristin Adderson.

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Homeless Impact Data Support 98

Tableau

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Housing and Homelessness Lead at Tableau Foundation. Together, the partners are proud to champion a data-driven approach to preventing and ending youth and young adult (YYA) homelessness for the estimated 13,000 young people in Washington state who experience homelessness each year. Jason Schumacher. Kristin Adderson.

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Homeless Impact Data Support 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

More than a passing fad, crowdfunding is a lucrative fundraising tool that connects your community and builds toward a common goal. Last year on Giving Tuesday, Chicago Coalition for the Homeless used DonorPerfect Crowdfunding for a fun and easy way to energize their supporters to give and share about their $10,000 fundraising goal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. For now, LinkedIn Pages outperform Facebook and Twitter in organic reach and engagement. To begin, and this is important, your nonprofit should conduct a search on LinkedIn to see if a page already exists for your organization.

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Linkedin Practice Nonprofit Social Media 361

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 5, 2019

By Melissa Russom , a communications strategist who helps nonprofit organizations clarify their brand and message to engage more meaningfully with the people who matter most to them. What role does social media play in your overall communications plan? . We trust people more than we trust companies. It’s that simple. .

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Social Media Effective Media Program 273

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

However, this type of community giving (known as Harambee in Kiswahili) usually goes towards individuals rather than organisations, common examples include medical bills, funeral costs & weddings. 18% create online peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns to benefit organizations. ? 67% donate in response to natural disasters. ?

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Kenya Giving Trend Mobile 194

The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Many non-profit organizations rely on grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies to round out their fundraising efforts. Don’t spend a ton of time on this, and don’t write a grant to an organization just because a board member introduces you to a foundation. They may be helpful, or not, but it never hurts to ask.

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Grant Profit Place Kansas City 161

Saleforce Nonprofit

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Although much of our work over the past year and a half has focused on providing immediate support to communities acutely impacted by the pandemic, we’re on a mission to build a thriving San Francisco in the months and years ahead. Our organization grew at a rapid pace, providing over 50,000 meals weekly.

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San Francisco Community Model Build 111

Candid

JULY 2, 2024

Two days after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, the Boston Foundation set up a special fund to provide rapid-response support to local nonprofits serving communities disproportionately affected by the outbreak. The first 15 grantees supported communities of color, immigrants, seniors, children, and the homeless, among others.

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Participatory Community Grant Boston 106

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

A lot of time, effort, and preparation goes into ensuring end-of-year campaigns produce all the funds needed for organizations to sustain their important missions. Keeping donors connected with the mission ensures the best possible donor retention rate for an organization. December is an important month for nonprofit fundraisers.

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Trend Fundraising Donor Donation 304

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

With 501(c)(3) status, you have the beginnings of the framework to improve your community, change lives, help others, and realize your bold vision. This will give your organization the infrastructure, systems, and professional polish you need to gain the trust of donors. First, I got organized. But big goals cost big money.

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Fund Raise Nonprofit Donor 98

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Another highlight is the organic search traffic that nonprofit should take more advantage of. Maybe outlines how a new program is going to make a specific change to your community or the world. How is your organization creating or sharing content on these platforms? Are you using Slideshare or Pinterest?

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Slideshare Nonprofit Stats Case Study 230

Bloomerang

AUGUST 24, 2022

You just landed a ten million dollar mega gift for your organization. Gifts like this don’t come along that often, but when they do, they can dramatically change an organization. Gifts like this don’t come along that often, but when they do, they can dramatically change an organization.

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Gift Organization Donor Fund 119

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 19, 2012

Hot Button Issues at SXSW: Kony and Homeless Hotspots. Start Some Good, a platform for social good groups – whether nonprofit organizations or not – to raise funds and build community, highlighted eight diverse projects working for social impact at an evening event hosted by Center61 at SXSW. At SXSW, there….

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Interaction Nptech Open Source Podcast 215

Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Thanks again to Stephanie, Shannon and Paul for inviting me to be part of the conference and putting on such a valuable opportunity for the community! As for tactics, well, we mostly relied on “proven” or “successful” efforts; lessons learned from other organizations working in an analog paradigm like government, unions, and churches.

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Nptech Slides Community Strategy 213

The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

They can be used to attract new donors, to engage with community members, supporters, and other stakeholders, and to help with grant applications. The map also serves to attract new donors and to engage with community members, supporters, and other stakeholders.

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Map Fundraising Donor Impact 233

Non Profit Quarterly

AUGUST 8, 2022

Sadly, this portrayal of poverty, homelessness, and frustration while seeking help is an honest one. The way our social good ecosystem currently functions leaves many applicants bouncing between unconnected organizations, retelling painful stories, and receiving disjointed care.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 15, 2012

The profits from the BeadforLife Store go into training and community programs in Uganda and education in North America. BFAS runs the largest no-kill animal sanctuary in the United States and works nationwide to create a time of No More Homeless Pets. BeadforLife Store. Best Friends Animal Society Store. Field Museum Online Store.

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Gift Benefit Online Museum 266

TechImpact

OCTOBER 16, 2013

” Literally, they keep charity alive and help nonprofit organizations grow and flourish, so how do you keep your donors and sponsors interested in your nonprofit for years to come? After they have seen how their money is being spent and the effect it has on that community, ask your donor for feedback.

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Support Tips Donor Database 230

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

6,057 donors completed the 2018 Global Trends in Giving Survey and based on their responses, the donor community worldwide is made up of primarily women (65%) who have a liberal ideology (53%) , characterize themselves as religious (72%), and give between ($101-$1,000 USD) annually (43%). 20% say Instagram, and 13% say Twitter.

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Trend Global South America Giving 249

sgEngage

MARCH 27, 2023

Foundations and grantmaking organizations are trying to untangle some of the world’s messiest problems: homelessness, food insecurity, climate change, and the rights of people who are often overlooked, to name a few. Participatory grantmaking efforts also respect the time and experience of the community members.

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Participatory Community Trend Grant 96

Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

But when it comes to non-profits, what does it take to distinguish themselves among a plethora of charitable organizations? Successful businesses often leverage a simple concept: become better members of the community and reap the benefits of increased profit in the form goodwill. All good questions to be sure. Nonprofit'

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 22, 2024

The competition is open to organizations and collaborations working in any field, anywhere in the world, according to Chris Cardona, MacArthur’s managing director, discovery, exploration, and programs. We believed $100 million would inspire communities around the world to dream big. communities in five years.

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Program Homeless Award Application 105

The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Corporate Giving Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Plan for Company Donations In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit fundraising, relying solely on individual donors can limit your organization’s potential. Diversifying your fundraising efforts is not just a strategy—it’s a necessity.

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Donation Companies Giving Grant 52

Fast Company Tech

MARCH 18, 2025

Its staggered form, lined with outdoor bridges, terraces, and planted gardens, seamlessly combines multiple buildings and creates a unique setting for community that is nonetheless protected from nearby congestion. Some of the projects will also add new community buildings, and all are aiming for net zero energy use.

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VisionLink

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

And to the resource managers—those of you who make sure the data is up to date and well organized, categorized and ready for use—a special call out to you and your work. 211’s represent the most comprehensive, accurate, and regularly updated source of community service information anywhere. And their analytics?

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Qgiv

MARCH 9, 2022

People often ask, “What’s the best way to end homelessness?” However, peer-to-peer fundraising is a great way to raise money for human services organizations and, more importantly, it’s a grassroots way to build awareness of the issues facing the unhoused community. 3 Successful Peer-to-Peer Events.

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Homeless Awareness Hosting Template 52

Tableau

DECEMBER 28, 2020

The organization estimates that progress made against food insecurity in the U.S.—which Feeding America has relied on data to guide the organization through the pandemic. With the pandemic limiting WFP’s ability to work directly in communities and deliver aid, they’ve been able to use data and technology to reach people in need.

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Foundation Reflection Data Impact 108

Qgiv

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Homelessness is a significant problem in the United States. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness’ 2021 State of Homelessness report , there were 580,466 people in the United States who were experiencing homelessness in 2020, 30% of which were families with children. State and local government agencies.

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Homeless Grant United States Award 52

VisionLink

MARCH 21, 2012

Both of these new features described below are part of the Form Builder module in VisionLink''s Community Operating System, or Community OS. This module is used to arrange the fields, tabs, conditions, navigation, and workflow useful to every organization managing client and call information. The first is an inline fields tool.

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Summary Module Homeless Template 127

Everyaction

MAY 16, 2018

Lack of access to appropriate mental health care carries serious consequences, including increased likelihood of hospitalization, homelessness, incarceration, and suicide. Positive Education Program is a unique organization, originally created as a consultant to area school districts to help them serve their most challenging students.

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Awareness Organization Homeless Children 74

Charity Village

OCTOBER 28, 2022

It is impossible to imagine community life without not-for-profit organizations. Not-for-profits are our soccer teams and symphonies, hospitals and homeless shelters, foundations, and food banks; they protect our environment and provide education; their work is international and local; and they are where we worship and work.

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Create Homeless Nonprofit Profit 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 9, 2013

I caught up with Danny Alpert at the NTC Conference in Minneapolis, MN where he briefed me on how he is using a “Transmedia” strategy to raise awareness and funding to support homeless services. He graciously agreed to pen this guest post while I was in transit to “down under.” ” Enjoy.

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