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10 Questions …. Kate Behncken, global head, Microsoft Philanthropies

The NonProfit Times

Her dedication to amplifying marginalized voices, paired with her vision for political empowerment, shows what it means to lead with purpose and passion. What percentage of the aid provided by Microsoft Philanthropies is technology in one form or another versus financial support for projects unrelated to tech infrastructure or products?

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Does the Most Powerful Work Live Onstage or Behind the Scenes?

Museum 2.0

The partners we work with--to catalyze projects within and beyond our walls--are just as important as our visitors to fulfilling our mission. In behind-the-scenes mode, we could devote more resources to supporting projects beyond our building, content area, and program formats. Where do you start in considering these questions?

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4 bbcon Takeaways for Philanthropic Organizations to Power 2019 Planning

Connection Cafe

Think carefully about what questions could result in data points that can help guide funding decisions, smart partnerships, and stronger board relationships. Keep in mind the following points from speakers Brooke Hansel of Blackbaud, Merrie Beth Nauman of Ocean Conservancy, and Lisa Tacker of Two Ten Footwear Foundation: .

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Microsoft’s Networked Approach To Accelerating Social Change Through Technology

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Or the Web site Microsoft Hohm that lets people calculate their energy footprint and get tips on conservation. After lunch, Steve Ballmer, Microsoft’s CEO gave his perspective on the company’s philanthropy and corporate citizen activities and answered questions.

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The Move On Model: Inciting Visitor Social Action

Museum 2.0

I spent Saturday in beautiful Monterey, ocean pounding outside the window of a conference room, where about 40 museum folks were pondering a question more elusive than the origin of the waves: can museums change the world? The Congo Gorilla Forest , is a special exhibition produced by the Wildlife Conservation Society at the Bronx Zoo.

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An Unconventional 3-Step Plan To Save the Oceans

Saleforce Nonprofit

We founded Parley in answer to these questions. Through projects focused on communication and education, youth empowerment, direct action, research, and material science, we create success stories that set new standards and provide the roadmaps for others to follow. So how do we connect the dots?