Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

These articles explain the role volunteers play in building community relationships and resilience. Beyond fundraising: How building community strengthens nonprofit sustainability. Community relationships strengthen public trust in nonprofits. Youth community service: Belonging, reciprocity, and agency.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 14, 2025

When we recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What is your biggest challenge in recruiting and retaining skilled staff or volunteers?” Patricia Kelleher Parker from Family and Community Resources, Inc. Instead, we utilize the services of volunteers both local and international, as well as online and on-site.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

According to the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law , there are 6,500+ NGOs registered with the NGOs Coordination Board in Kenya. In the local context, Kenyan’s give an extremely high proportion of their earnings as donations (cc. Finally, M-Changa seeks to build trust from both local and international donors.

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TechSpot

MAY 22, 2024

According to a recent post by a Mozilla community manager on the Mozilla Connect platform, the for-profit corporation (part of the non-profit Mozilla Foundation) will significantly improve the. Over the next year, Mozilla promises to finally listen to user feedback and add the most requested features to its Firefox browser.

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Image credit: Jon Tyson on Unsplash The decades-long decimation of local news—and the dangers that the trend poses for public oversight, an informed citizenry, and democracy itself—remains very much underway. Since 2005, some 2,200 local newspapers have closed, according to a press release by the MacArthur Foundation.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Online silent auctions help non-profits raise funds effectively without having to organize a full-scale in-person event. Tip: Include gift vouchers for local shops and cafes, food hampers, small sets of bath and beauty products. Consider reaching out to local businesses for donations of services or physical prizes.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 3, 2025

Three community organizations and the local Native American tribes reflect the various perspectives, and collective unity, on how Altadena might avoid the fate of other communities whose recovery ended up being controlled by big developers. The opportunity is for us to build a stronger community bond, says Browne.

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Charity Village

MARCH 15, 2024

The Government of Ontario announced that applications are now open for the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program. The grants, ranging from $1000 to $25,000, support local, not-for-profit community groups and organizations to deliver programs and learning opportunities for Ontarians aged 55+.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The public’s belief that nonprofits will “do the right thing” is what makes it possible for us to partner with communities, advocate for our missions, and bridge political divides to build a healthy and just nation. The more we connect with our communities, the more we can support them. Think of your local food bank or food pantry.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Earned Income You don’t have to be a for-profit business to generate revenue through earned income. How to Measure: Track revenue generated, expenses incurred, and profit margins for each earned income initiative. This model isn’t just for gyms or museums—it can work for advocacy groups, community organizations, and more.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Press releases and press conferences, letters to the editor, calls into talk radio and interviews with journalists… getting coverage of your non-profit and getting your message out through the press is the essence of good PR. Raising General Awareness: Good PR raises awareness in the community about your non-profit and the work you do.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

I’m in Austin, TX, today engaging with librarians, digital curators, and technologists working at the nexus of communities and knowledge at the Electronic Resources and Libraries annual conference. Why Community? So, why community? You can follow along with the sessions today through Wednesday using #ERL11.

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DipJar

AUGUST 9, 2022

Joyce is the development and marketing manager for the library, which serves both Brunswick and the smaller community of Harpswell. Curtis was Joyce’s local library when she moved to Maine, and she has been in her position for the past ten years. . That tradition of local support and philanthropy sustains Curtis to this day.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

By using community-driven fundraising techniques, such as peer-to-peer fundraising , making phone calls, sharing the campaign online, connecting you with prospective donors, or using their community connections to broaden your campaign’s scope, your board can kickstart the fundraising efforts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

an identified need in the community you serve. Some tips for communicating well are: Rally your lead volunteers to develop clear, direct, and mission-centric messaging and assets. Team up with local tv, radio, and print media partners, popular blogs, and social media influencers that reach and represent your target audiences.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 13, 2025

Additionally, make sure the revenue stream doesnt compromise your not-for-profit status, which can happen if the income source is not clearly tied to your mission and exceeds a certain percentage. For example, affiliate programs with local grocery stores might only require regular social media reminders once established.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 1, 2022

When asking members of The Storytelling Non-Profit community about their organization’s newsletter campaigns, the top challenge their organizations were facing was to find the right type of content that keeps their audience engaged. 10 ENGAGING NON-PROFIT NEWSLETTER IDEAS 1. 10 ENGAGING NON-PROFIT NEWSLETTER IDEAS 1.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 31, 2023

The Government of Canada has rallied behind nonprofits with its historic Community Services Recovery Fund. Sign up for Community Services Recovery Fund tips and updates: We will be launching free resources to help with the application process in the coming days and weeks. Applications are due on February 21, 2023.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 15, 2022

Not-for-profit search engine Ecosia has started funnelling a portion of the profits it generates from serving ads against users’ searches into startups in the renewable energy space. This is in addition to the €350M WorldFund which Ecosia recently incubated and launched last year to back climate-focused startups.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

But there’s a digital gap holding FIs back, especially small community banks and credit unions. might restrain this invasion to an extent, or at least limit a company’s ability to directly profit. But tech companies don’t need to profit directly from offerings like payments and wealth management, so long as they can hoard data.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 18, 2022

For a lot of non-profit causes, the conflict is clear, high-stakes, and very motivating. In this article, we’re going to re-visit the importance of conflict in non-profit stories and discuss how to frame your conflict so that it’s motivating to your audience. For example, let’s say you’re a local children’s theater company.

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Allegiance Group

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Constraints That Nonprofits Face Those who previously worked in the for-profit space often face a rude awakening when they switch to nonprofits. The model isn’t set up to facilitate growth, and profits aren’t the priority — the impact is. Today, Toms donates a third of its profits through cash grants and partnerships with nonprofits.

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Byte Technology

JUNE 22, 2015

It’s little wonder, therefore, that many successful NPOs uses this marketing element to their advantage on their websites, whether it be in the form of a simple appeal for donations, a clip showing all the good things an organization is accomplishing or one that demonstrates that there are real and dire needs to be addressed locally or globally.

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

When done well, fundraisers can become beloved annual events that your community looks forward to year after year. How do you turn a standard campaign into a fundraiser your community will love? Think about the people who make up your community of donors. Simply focus your attention on donor engagement. School book fairs.

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VisionLink

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Our social service providing, not-for-profit customers will directly benefit for sure, as will their clients. Search non-profit directories. Connect with your local non-profit associations and look for their Annual Reports to understand efforts, results, and key measures. In Community, Your Visionlink Team

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

What do you do to continue to support your organization in its efforts to make a difference in your community and in the world? If community engagement and growing your membership are bigger priorities over near-term fundraising, focus on bringing people together for something that’s fun and can include friends. 2) Brainstorm.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

But what are the locals excited about on the ground? However, one said: “The ecosystem still lacks local funding for the late Series A and beyond rounds.”. I think local tech investors are taking more risks and becoming global scene players. Moreover, the local investor community is quite dynamic. Rokas Tamoši?

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CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

A golf tournament fundraiser is not only a fantastic day out but also a powerful fundraising event that can drive significant donations, strengthen community connections, and build long-lasting partnerships with local businesses. Also consider seeking in-kind donations like prizes or catering from local businesses or partners.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Under Betsy’s guidance, Benetech is developing new software for social good enterprises to connect communities with inclusive technology: Service Net: Reshaping the social safety net in human services to better connect people to the services they need. Our board and I are looking forward to Betsy leading Benetech to even greater impact.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 12, 2025

Consider replacing the cost of high-end gym membership with a low-cost membership to a community recreation center. However, if you plan to sell these items through ThredUp or The RealReal be aware that some websites take a percentage of the sale, which could eat into your profits. Expensive gym and fitness memberships.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

DECEMBER 13, 2021

I continue to evolve my thinking about how to tell non-profit stories. This is natural in any line of work, but in non-profit storytelling I find that it mostly impacts my process for writing and telling stories. I also read a lot of non-profit stories that are simply just the facts told chronologically.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 22, 2024

Each of these auctioneers was selected by the greater fundraising community as they are nominated, vetted and then opened up to nationwide voting to arrive at the finalists. Suzanne has been instrumental in raising millions for nonprofits and foundations throughout the country that have propelled community engagement and support.

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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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TechImpact

OCTOBER 16, 2014

Community, networking, a platform to showcase your skills, and the semblance of a routine. Connect with local realtors. Getting a few on your side and having therm drop the name of your nonprofit as a great place to meet new people and get involved in the community quickly cna never hurt. Why, you might ask?

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The Verge

APRIL 26, 2022

However, with expenses up compared to 2021, its net profit actually dropped to $16.4 We’ll keep investing in great products and services, and creating opportunities for partners and local communities around the world.”. billion compared to last year’s $17.9

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 24, 2024

And the last big addition this year is a new hire of a part-time Community Outreach Coordinator. She is a perfect fit for us and comes from a marketing background as well as non-profit background. And there was a local giving day here in our area that we participated in for the first time this year. Best change we ever made.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 28, 2014

Idea Two: Disrupting the Prevention of Blindness in Rural Communities Andrew Bastawrous is an ophthalmologist and TED Fellow. Of course, we’d have to focus on local language content. It is, however, a very narrow tool even for a social enterprise, let alone for a profitable business opportunity. This time, I jumped up!

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