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Prioritizing authentic connections through trust-based philanthropy 

Candid

At the Honnold Foundation, we had been working in partnership with grassroots organizations for some time before we learned that there was a term for the kind of grantmaking we do: trust-based philanthropy (TBP). We only ask for the information we need to understand the proposal and then dive deeper via phone calls.

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Beyond the Newest Philanthropy Buzzword: Knowledge Work Is Core to Equitable Change

sgEngage

Philanthropy loves “new” things. Essence of knowledge After more than two decades in the knowledge field—located at various times in community program evaluation, academia and philanthropy—I have come to the conclusion that our biggest problem in maximizing knowledge work is that we too often conflate knowledge with learning.

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Empowering grassroots organizations: building capacity, diversity, and relationships

Candid

At its very root, derived from the Greek word philathropia , philanthropy means “to love people.” We often talk about the role of philanthropy and the ways in which it must grow and innovate, how it has changed and evolved with the times, reacting to crises, wars, economic downturns, and more. Lastly, keep going.

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How to be efficiently trendy  

Candid

Along with many funders incorporating trust-based philanthropy practices and principles, this growing trend may affect giving to nonprofits and impact the way nonprofits are asked to share organizational information with funders. After all, local public librarians know where to find the most useful information and are happy to help!

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5 Tips To Help Your Nonprofit Receive MacKenzie Scott Funds

Bloomerang

My approach to philanthropy will continue to be thoughtful. The NonProfit Quarterly’s editor Ruth McCambridge wrote this terrific background piece , and CANDID wrote this one sharing the experience of nonprofit CEOs who received her largesse. What’s been your experience in cultivating or receiving MacKenzie Scott funds?

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10 Outstanding Nonprofit Sponsorship Request Letter Samples

Qgiv

For example, a small animal shelter might want a local business to sponsor their car wash fundraiser, whereas a regional advocacy group might enlist a Fortune 500 company to sponsor a big-ticket gala event. Company Name] has a robust corporate philanthropy program in place, including a matching gifts program for your employees.

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Interview with Carolyn Appleton: How to Launch Your Grant Writing Career

Qgiv

Carolyn has many years of hands-on experience working in the trenches of nonprofit fundraising across Texas and beyond. CA: Those who have asked are of all ages, backgrounds, and life experiences. It was then that I began working at a local art museum as a volunteer. Are there a lot of people looking to change careers?

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