Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Nonprofits play a critical role in addressing societal issues, but their effectiveness often hinges on the strength of their leadership, especially the board. They can improve engagement, performance, governance, and fundraising skills — all of which can propel the organization to the next level of impact.

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Facilitation Search Local Hunger 96

sgEngage

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Foundations are discovering that they cannot address immediate disasters or address long-term systems change without finding creative ways to combine their resources and build true partnerships with government, business, donors, and nonprofits. Why Collaborate? When foundations collaborate, the benefits are clear. As many as 5 million U.S.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

The ongoing conversation about student debt and the value of a college credential exacerbates the issue for higher education institutions. Declining enrollment leads to not only decreased tuition revenue but also diminished government funding and reduced philanthropic support. Work with local, state, and federal programs.

Education 87

Education Student Award University 87

Bloomerang

APRIL 21, 2023

I can’t just let him, or his ideas that could help save a life, go. Whatever you may be thinking about in terms of initiating something that incorporates your husband’s passions and experience, why not consider working under the umbrella of an existing nonprofit that deals with these issues?

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Their donors, staff, and board members have extensive knowledge of local needs and organizations, and they also have relationships with local leaders in business, government, and education.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

While there are many types of grants your organization can apply for, there are three main sources of funding for these grants: the government, corporations, and foundations. Government The government provides grants at federal, state, and local levels to ease the burden of overhead or administration costs for nonprofits like yours.

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Grant Resource Guide Tips 52

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Do you have an idea for an organization that will bring good to the world and serve a charitable purpose? You might be inspired to bring your idea to life by starting a nonprofit. Can you clearly articulate the issue you’re hoping to solve? Is it one distinct problem or multiple issues? There are over 1.8

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2023

In addition, there is increased global awareness of women’s issues such as reproductive rights in the U.S., Women wield greater economic power than ever before and are harnessing their influence to lead change on these issues and beyond. What does this mean for grantmakers and philanthropy as a whole? Women give holistically.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Hunger is a global issue that affects everyone, everywhere. Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas, including homelessness , equity in education , and climate justice. What Ideas Were Generated?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2021

We need every solution and every solver…What this moment calls for is a mosaic of voices — the full spectrum of ideas and insights for now we can turn things around.” – Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katharine K. “To address our climate emergency, we must rapidly, radically reshape society. Wilkinson, ‘All We Can Save’.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 29, 2011

Each month, the NetSquared community (a project of TechSoup Global) meets up offline at NetSquared Local events around the world to discuss ideas, meet new people, and work together to make social change. Recently, many of these NetSquared Local meetings are being streamed live on the Internet via livestream or online recording.

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Forum One

AUGUST 26, 2021

In her role as the federal CIO within the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), she is focused on bringing enterprise perspectives and innovative insights to the ever-evolving and complex world of government. As Martorana emphasized, the government must focus on advancement while also prioritizing the safety of its people.

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Neon CRM

JULY 21, 2023

In this article, we will cover the six areas that any nonprofit board should be overseeing and providing some basic tips on proper board governance. But the board is responsible for ensuring that the nonprofit has all the necessary legal, ethical, financial, and overall good governance policies in place to succeed long-term.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Government Roles Review 52

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. 15th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. State/Local.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Well-planned events enable nonprofits, community groups, businesses and government agencies to showcase AAPI arts, food, performances, and more. Effective outreach strategies should focus on connecting with local AAPI groups, leaders, and community centers. Educators and academics with expertise related to AAPI issues.

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Celebrate Education Fundraising Culture 59

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 6, 2021

Unlike a Governing Board, often called a Board of Directors, an Advisory Board has no decision-making authority and does not issue directives or have fiduciary responsibility. Giving Advice The most obvious role for a nonprofit Advisory Board is to give advice to the Governing Board and staff.

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Roles Nonprofit Government Advice 111

sgEngage

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

If you’re a nonprofit or local government agency or work alongside them, there is a good chance you have seen an uptick in funding possibilities within your field. COVID-19 took the world by surprise, and along with it came a government response with unprecedented spending and a massive increase in grant funding.

Government 93

Government Local Fund Report 93

Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The Davey Awards competition honors the achievements of the “Creative Davids” internationally who derive their strength from big ideas, not big budgets. GOLD – Government Website. Gold – Government Website. social justice issues?that?impact?the Washington State Wine Commission. Truman Scholarship Foundation. The Harry S.

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Qgiv

MAY 1, 2023

About Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month The idea for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month originated with a Congressional staffer, Jeanie Jew, in the 1970s. Community festivals, government-sponsored activities, and educational activities for students are all essential parts of this month-long celebration.

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Awareness Causes United States History 52

Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

The program provides focused attention on key compliance issues for both private foundations and charitable organizations, plus practical walk-throughs of an IRS audit and an Attorney General Investigation. It also offers an interactive opportunity to discuss key forms and governing documents(Form 1023 and Forms 990 and 990-PF.).

Calendar 85

Calendar Conference Las Vegas DC 85

Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 24, 2010

I recently had the opportunity to connect with Ricard Espelt to learn more about the various projects he’s working on in Spain leveraging new technologies for public engagement, government transparency and community building. How did your work getting the local council online get started? What’s the idea? government.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 5, 2022

Public ideas about health are changing rapidly as a result of technology, medical research, and preventive and wellness services. Timberland doesn’t only connect its purpose with day-to-day roles, but to broader issues impacting the people who make its products. Take CVS Health. drugstore chain to stop selling tobacco products.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 21, 2013

Last month, during the Nonprofit Technology Conference plenary session on placing little bets and learning from failure , we issued a challenge to 1,000 nonprofits in the audience. The Case Foundation offered to give away a Microsoft Surface and so we issued a call to nonprofits to submit their “Little Bets” stories.

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Contest Omaha Government Grant 93

Tech Soup

JULY 16, 2013

When there's no transparency and accountability in government, citizens feel powerless and deceived by the politicians that represent them. The goal was to find the best web or mobile ideas for social projects in Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia. How can people fight back? Through technology! From Serbia. Niš 2.0

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 24, 2011

I’m sure part of the issue is that society strongly encourages people with LD to stay in the closet about their disability. Although the topic was on learning disabilities, one of the funders present had a strong interest in environmental ideas. But, the increased leadership of people with LD in their own movement seems a given.

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Rhode Island Learning Roles Course 145

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 20, 2014

After I attended Catalyzing the Sharing Economy conference (the sharing economy is defined as the use of networked, mobile, information technology to share goods and services), I shared a post with some notes and ideas about why I think it is the next generation of networked social change. analyze use patterns from any of the aforementioned).

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Philanthropy Share Portland Kiva 122

The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 23, 2024

Most national nonprofits would be loath to give up that large a slice of potential donors … and the fundraising efforts of regional, state and local nonprofits that could not market within the Garden State would be dealt a severe blow. Other potentially involved parties claimed they were unaware of issues surrounding the lawsuits.

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Law New Jersey Data United States 52

ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

The end of the Guatemalan Civil War resulted in a flood of non-governmental organization (NGO) programs spreading across the country in the hope of helping desperately poor people gain everything from their human rights, to better health care, food and nutrition, and training in governance.

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Guatemala NGO Law Government 68

Amy Sample Ward

APRIL 8, 2011

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. " The US will use Twitter and Facebook to issue terror alerts – "The U.S. " Check out this terrific interview with Joe – I'd love to hear your ideas, reflections and stories about how you are inspired to make change!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

They are accustomed to thinking that a government controls its citizens — that a film or documentary cannot be produced without government approval. ” It also brings up issues about the r ole of social media and a connected society for delicate diplomacy. .” ” Widad E.

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Tunisia Reflection NGO Libya 105

Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

There were issues with a previous volunteer program that caused the volunteer to leave. Additionally, board members often have high-level connections in business, education, or even local and state government. Collaborate with local businesses. Local businesses are often looking for ways to give back to the community.

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Volunteer Strategy Guide Local 98

Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

There are so many different kinds of nonprofit event ideas out there! With those factors in mind, we’ve put together a list of 52 nonprofit event ideas to help serve as a “vision board” for your organization’s next event. Cook-Off Does your area have a special dish that is imbued with a lot of local pride?

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People Ideas Local Classes 52

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 2, 2011

Given the recent substantial cutbacks in state government support for many nonprofits, I believe the sector needs to get very creative about expanding revenue sources. Only two of the ten most generous states (Utah and Arkansas) had higher state and local tax burdens than Arizona. I look forward to reading your ideas.

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Arizona Resource New Hampshire Arkansas 91

NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Though the idea of helping and giving back to others has existed since Biblical times, nonprofit organizations in the United States have a much shorter history. Every couple of decades, a new era ushers in a new set of ideas, principles and practices that affect how the nonprofit sector functions. Go big, or go home.

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History Learning Organization Vietnam 60

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 13, 2019

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a broad platform that actualizes the idea of giving with a purpose. The large umbrella of issues covered by the SDGs is increasing transparency between philanthropic giving organizations and nonprofit organizations by providing a common impact language. Town halls. Fireside chats.

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Goal Organization Measure Survey 34

NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2017

Every board has a fundamental responsibility for self-management: for creating a structure, policies and procedures that support good governance. This ensures someone new is always cycled in and fresh faces means fresh perspectives and fresh ideas. The board of directors is the governing body of a nonprofit organization.

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Director Policy Government Guidelines 46

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Censored musicians, rappers, and record producers began to push back and create a movement to organize young people who would care about this issue. One of the largest hurdles they found was the gap between youth who were passionate about the issue and youth who were voters. How do you keep that momentum building?

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