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California Gov. Newsom moves to ban homeless encampments. Here’s what to know about his proposal

Fast Company Tech

California’s governor called upon the state’s cities and counties to ban homeless encampments this week, even providing blueprint legislation for dismantling the tents lining streets, parks and waterways throughout much of the state. What do homeless advocates say? Janie Har, Associated Press

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As brands pull out of Pride, this beer maker is giving $25K directly to trans people

Fast Company Tech

This month, Williamsburg-based Brooklyn Brewery will be giving away 25 grants of $1,000 each to trans, nonbinary, and two-spirit New Yorkers. I am a formerly homeless person, so I know how difficult it is to survive in such a large metropolitan city like New York, especially when you’re pushed into the brink of poverty.”

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Managing Your Operating Reserves During and After an Emergency

sgEngage

Its hard to choose to put funds into operating reserves when that could help one more person transition out of homelessness. These may include delays in grant approvals, rescheduling of major events due to unforeseen circumstances, or sudden increases in demand for disaster relief services.

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Corporate Giving Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Plan for Securing Company Donations

The Modern Nonprofit

Volunteer Grant Programs Volunteer grant programs are offerings where employers provide grants to organizations where their employees volunteer. Community Grant Programs Community grant programs are initiatives where companies allocate funds to support local organizations based on specific criteria or community needs.

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How to Raise Funds for a New Nonprofit

Get Fully Funded

Here are some common fundraising myths that trip up many new nonprofits and folks new to fundraising: [we’ll talk about what DOES work in the next section] Myth #1: My first step should be finding grant opportunities! Grants can be an excellent source of revenue, but not for new nonprofits. How many kittens will get spayed?

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Today’s housing crisis could learn from this 1960s anti-poverty program

Fast Company Tech

Rents are skyrocketing, homelessness is rising and working-class neighborhoods are threatened by displacement. To qualify for the program, cities had to apply for planning grants by submitting a detailed proposal that included an analysis of neighborhood conditions, long-term goals and strategies for addressing problems.

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Using Technology to Build Transparency That Brings Long-Term Support

Allegiance Group

Today, Toms donates a third of its profits through cash grants and partnerships with nonprofits. The online retailer sells socks, tees, and underwear — the three most requested items by homeless shelters. In 2023, it gave more than $1.7 million to support mental health, access to opportunity, and ending gun violence.