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Donors Choose Anonymity with Record $550M Public University Gift

NonProfit PRO

JULY 23, 2021

Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan, inspired the largest gift ever made to public higher education: $550 million. It’s a gift with very few restrictions, made outright over the span of 10 years to the university, its medical school and athletics.

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Endaoment and Gitcoin Unveil New $200,000 Universal Impact Pool

NonProfit PRO

JULY 3, 2023

Endaoment unveiled the Universal Impact Pool (UIP), a new type of fundraising vehicle for philanthropic giving in collaboration with the public goods asset allocation platform, Gitcoin.

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University Impact Collaboration Public

SmartSimple Adopts Universal Nonprofit Impact Registry

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 31, 2022

The Impact Genome Project and SmartSimple announced that SmartSimple will be the first cloud software platform to integrate the Impact Genome, a universal nonprofit impact registry.

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University Impact Adopt Nonprofit

Fluxx Adopts the Impact Genome Project’s Universal Impact Registry

NonProfit PRO

MAY 25, 2022

The Impact Genome Project announced Fluxx will integrate with the Impact Genome's universal nonprofit impact registry. Fluxx joins SmartSimple in uniting philanthropy technology leaders in standardizing and quantifying social outcomes.

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University Impact Adopt Grant

Senators Push to Restore the Universal Charitable Deduction: 3 Things You Need to Know

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 8, 2023

Last week, senators introduced legislation to make the universal charitable deduction effective for tax years 2023 and 2024. Now dubbed “Charitable Act,” the legislation, if passed, would give more Americans the ability to claim tax deductions for charitable contributions. Here are three things you should know about it.

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University Effective Giving Government

Universal Charitable Deduction Bill, Known as ‘Charitable Act,’ Introduced in the House

NonProfit PRO

MAY 25, 2023

The Charitable Act, if passed, would reinstitute the universal charitable deduction that was available to taxpayers who opted for the standard deduction during the pandemic in tax years 2020 and 2021.

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University Government

Women’s Gymnastics Team at Michigan State University Receive NIL Contracts With Emphasis on Charitable Giving

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

In a historic move, all 19 members of the 2022-2023 women’s gymnastics team at Michigan State University have received name, image and likeness (NIL) contracts with an emphasis on charitable giving—an agreement that will strengthen Spartan athletics while empowering student-athletes to change the world.

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Michigan University Team Giving

Build a Mission Worthy Team

.orgSource

JULY 29, 2022

Bell is an associate professor of industrial and organizational psychology at DePaul University. When the first crew of astronauts departs for Mars, Suzanne T. Bell’s work will play a large role in their success. She studies team composition. The post Build a Mission Worthy Team appeared first on.orgSource.

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Team Build University Industry

What Americans Think About Nonprofits, Per New Study

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 10, 2023

What Americans Think About Philanthropy and Nonprofits,” a new study from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, polled about 1,300 Americans over the summer of 2022 to learn more about how the American public perceives philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.

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Bank of America Study: Charitable Giving by Affluent Households Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The Bank of America Private Bank and the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University released the "2023 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy." The study found that affluent households gave an average of $34,917 to charity in 2022, up from $29,269 in 2017, though less than the $43,195 they gave in 2020.

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America Studies Indiana Philanthropy

Speaking opportunities for University of Alberta graduates working in the nonprofit sector

Charity Village

APRIL 4, 2024

Are you a graduate of the University of Alberta? The University of Alberta Alumni Engagement Department may have speaking opportunities available for you. Do you currently work in the nonprofit sector or in a role supporting the sector?

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University Work Student Roles

3 Takeaways From a New Report on Giving Trends by Race

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy released “The Giving Environment: Giving Trends by Race and Ethnicity” report. Here are three key findings from the report and how your nonprofit can begin to overcome the associated hurdles to reaching new demographics to support your cause.

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Trend Indiana Report Giving

Creating disability inclusive workplaces — Dispelling myths and applying universal design principles to foster disability inclusion

Charity Village

MAY 23, 2024

This phrase embodies the essence of integrating workplace accommodations through a lens of […] The post Creating disability inclusive workplaces — Dispelling myths and applying universal design principles to foster disability inclusion appeared first on CharityVillage.

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University Design Create Picture

Report Predicts Uptick in Giving in 2024 and 2025

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 28, 2024

A new report from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University has bold predictions for giving in 2024 and 2025.

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Indiana Report Giving University

The 2023 Driven by Cause Philanthropic Summit: A National Philanthropic Summit Hosted by Nova Southeastern University and Arreva

NonProfit PRO

MAY 4, 2023

Get your tickets for the premier philanthropic summit for nonprofit executive directors, development officers, Board members, and fundraising professionals.

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National University Hosting Causes

Mental health of staff supporting women experiencing violence suffered during the pandemic, Dalhousie University research

Charity Village

AUGUST 16, 2024

Dalhousie University released new research which found that the mental health of staff supporting women experiencing violence suffered during the pandemic due to increased demand and the need to adapt service delivery in response to public health mandates. Workers also reported vicarious trauma, anxiety and depression during this time.

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University Research Support Method

Ready or Not, Google Analytics 4 Is About to Change Your Nonprofit’s World

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 6, 2023

On July 1, Google will be retiring its Universal Analytics to make way for Google Analytics 4. If you are tech savvy, this is good news. If not, this could be a time-consuming headache that burns through time and money. Here are some ways to manage the shift.

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Analytics Google University Change

Tickets Are Now on Sale for the 2023 Driven by Cause Philanthropic Summit Presented by Arreva & Nova Southeastern University

NonProfit PRO

MAY 26, 2023

Get your tickets for the premier philanthropic summit for nonprofit executive directors, development officers, Board members, and fundraising professionals.

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University Causes Director National

The NonProfit Voice Ep 66: What the Giving USA Report Tells Us About Where Philanthropy Is Heading

NonProfit PRO

JULY 6, 2022

In this episode, Laura MacDonald, chair of the Giving USA Foundation, and Una Osili, philanthropy expert and researcher at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, provide an in-depth look at the report’s key takeaways, including what 2021’s giving source and sector breakdowns mean.

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Philanthropy Indiana Voice Giving

Enhancing Student Success Across Campus with Western Michigan University + Salesforce

Cloud 4 Good

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Western Michigan University (WMU) is a large, public research-intensive university that has been helping students reach their potential through a pursuit of purpose since 1903. The post Enhancing Student Success Across Campus with Western Michigan University + Salesforce appeared first on Cloud for Good.

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Michigan Student University Knowledge Base

6 Ways to Fundraise With Video

NonProfit PRO

JULY 21, 2021

If your organization is a university or hospital foundation with millions in the bank, then hiring a company to do all video-related communications for you might make sense. Use your iPhone or Zoom or whatever tool you are comfortable with to do the recording.

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Video Fundraising University Foundation

First Professional Doctorate for Philanthropy Now Accepting Applications

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 11, 2022

The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI is opening applications for its new online Professional Doctorate in Philanthropic Leadership (PhilD), the first professional, doctoral-level leadership degree in the field.

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2023 Global Philanthropy Tracker Finds $70B in Cross-border Philanthropic Giving at Height of COVID-19

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 28, 2023

The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI released the 2023 Global Philanthropy Tracker (GPT), the 11th edition of this unique index that offers a comprehensive picture of the scale and scope of worldwide cross-border philanthropy.

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Philanthropy Global Indiana University

Gravyty Launches First-of-its-kind Platform for Higher Education Advancement

NonProfit PRO

JULY 28, 2023

The platform changes how university advancement teams engage, solicit, and steward students, alumni, and donors through personalization, seamless integrations, and AI. Gravyty announced its fundraising and engagement software platform for higher education advancement and alumni relations teams.

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Education Platform University Student

2022 Black Women Give Back List Announced by Women’s Philanthropy Institute

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The Women’s Philanthropy Institute (WPI), part of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, announced the honorees of the Black Women Give Back List, an initiative to showcase the important work and contributions of Black women philanthropists.

Philanthropy

Philanthropy Indiana Giving University

5 Oculus Quest Tips for Nonprofits New to the Metaverse

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Your exploration of the Horizon Metaverse is done through the Oculus Universal Menu which can be quickly accessed by clicking the Oculus button. The universal menu includes: Apps : View and launch apps from your library. To navigate the universal menu, simply point your left or right-hand controller, hover, and pull the trigger button.

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Avatar Tips Profile University

The NonProfit Voice Ep 71: Finding the Right Educational Opportunities for Your Nonprofit Career

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Lauren Grow, director of development at West Chester University Foundation and Elizabeth Abel, senior vice president at CCS Fundraising, join The NonProfit Voice to explore educational opportunities in the nonprofit sector, as well as their own experiences educating nonprofit professionals at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Voice Education Pennsylvania University

ASU and AWS Collaborate to Promote AI Transformation

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Arizona State University (ASU) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced the next phase of the ASU Cloud Innovation Center, powered by AWS: together, they will advance the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the public sector.

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Collaboration Arizona Amazon Phase

How Can You Boost Year-End Giving? Part 2

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 1, 2021

For everyone in the nonprofit universe, it is go-time for year-end giving! Can you believe the final quarter of the calendar year is here? The pace of work is faster and the urgency to succeed is greater.

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Giving Calendar University Work

Strategies for Moving a Board Beyond Operational Thinking

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Here are a few universal practices that allow boards to make the most of their time and effectively advance the organization’s mission. Boards need to move beyond operational thinking and lean into strategizing about the future. I understand how that notion falls into the “easier said than done” category.

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Strategy University Practice Effective

The Role of DEI in Today’s Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 1, 2022

Recently, a master’s level student and her professor at Mindanao State University in the Philippines asked me to lecture their class on nonprofit management principles. Since I enjoy teaching, I loved this class interaction.

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Philippines Roles Lecture Classes

Google Analytics 4: A Guide for Nonprofits — Plus 4 Steps to Upgrade Now

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Google’s Universal Analytics will stop processing data on July 1, 2023. Nonprofits looking to receive Google Analytics will have to transition to Google Analytics 4, a more complicated update. So, here are some key features to get you started.

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Analytics Google Guide University

Bush School Center for Nonprofits to Host Bank of America Program on Volunteerism

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 17, 2023

The Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy at Texas A&M University's Bush School of Government & Public Service will host the annual Bank of America Program on Volunteerism on April 19, 2023.

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America Hosting Texas Program

New Equitable Giving Lab to Provide Insights Into Equity and Gaps in Fundraising for Under-Resourced Populations

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 3, 2023

The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI is creating a new digital resource, the Equitable Giving Lab, that will bring an equity lens to philanthropy by measuring funding for under-resourced groups.

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Indiana Resource Giving Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy Institute Announces the 2023 Black Women Give Back List

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The Women’s Philanthropy Institute, part of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, announced the honorees of the Black Women Give Back List. The campaign spotlights 10 outstanding philanthropists who are making an impact for Black women and girls by leading through generosity.

Philanthropy

Philanthropy Indiana Giving University

TNPA Foundation Opens Leading EDGE Internship Program Enrollment for Washington, D.C., Employers

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Nonprofit organizations and firms that work with nonprofits can now enroll to host student interns from local colleges and universities in the Washington D.C. The Nonprofit Alliance Foundation (TNPAF) has opened enrollment for employers to host Leading EDGE interns during the summer 2023 cohort.

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Washington Foundation Open Program

Women’s Philanthropy Institute to Convene Its 6th National Symposium

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

All In, All Rise, a symposium organized by the Women’s Philanthropy Institute (WPI) at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, will examine how women’s involvement in philanthropy strengthens communities, encourages greater strategic giving, and builds a more diverse network of engaged citizens.

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Philanthropy Indiana National University

New Research Finds Charitable Giving to LGBTQ+ Organizations Is a Little More Than 0.1% of Philanthropy in the U.S.

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 1, 2023

A new LGBTQ+ Index and research report released by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI shows philanthropic support for LGBTQ+ organizations accounted for 0.13% of total U.S. charitable giving in 2019, the latest year for which data are available.

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Indiana Philanthropy Research Organization

Changemaker Spotlight: Shemitria Smith, Clark Atlanta University

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NOVEMBER 13, 2024

is responsible for the overall advancement services at Clark Atlanta University as the senior director of advancement operations. With over 16 years of Raiser’s Edge NXT® experience at that time, the University had just switched over to Raiser’s Edge from Banner and was looking for an “expert”. Shemitria Smith, M.Ed.

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Atlanta University Database Director

Creating a Nonprofit Digital Strategy with ChatGPT: A Practical Guide

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

By Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE , Founder and CEO at The International Social Impact Institute and Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, adapting to the digital realm has become a pivotal challenge.

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Digital Strategy Guide Create

The Mechanics of Innovation

.orgSource

AUGUST 22, 2021

Moss is president of the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP). Mike Moss isn’t a mechanic, but he and his team spent the last year tinkering in a garage. They weren’t taking engines apart and rebuilding them. But the work they did paid off big time. What he refers to as “tinkering in the […].

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University Team Work Time

CASE Establishes First-Ever Global Inclusion Index for Advancement Field

NonProfit PRO

MAY 25, 2023

The Council for Advancement and Support of Education has established the CASE Advancement Inclusion Index for colleges, universities, and independent schools.

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Global University Education Support

Change Raises $5M Seed Round to Supercharge Donations in web3

NonProfit PRO

JULY 26, 2022

Change's universal donation APIs connect companies to 200K+ charitable causes. Change, a technology giving platform, announced that it has raised $5M in seed funding co-led by Freestyle and NEA.

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Raise Change Donation API

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ Events to Become Mobile-Friendly With Launch of DonorDrive New App

NonProfit PRO

JULY 27, 2021

One of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals' largest peer-to-peer events is the Miracle Network Dance Marathon, a movement that unites high school, college and university students in raising funds and awareness for children’s hospitals.

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Louisiana Mobile Network Contest

Donors Choose Anonymity with Record $550M Public University Gift

Endaoment and Gitcoin Unveil New $200,000 Universal Impact Pool

Trending Sources

SmartSimple Adopts Universal Nonprofit Impact Registry

Fluxx Adopts the Impact Genome Project’s Universal Impact Registry

Senators Push to Restore the Universal Charitable Deduction: 3 Things You Need to Know

Universal Charitable Deduction Bill, Known as ‘Charitable Act,’ Introduced in the House

Women’s Gymnastics Team at Michigan State University Receive NIL Contracts With Emphasis on Charitable Giving

Build a Mission Worthy Team

What Americans Think About Nonprofits, Per New Study

Bank of America Study: Charitable Giving by Affluent Households Above Pre-Pandemic Levels

Speaking opportunities for University of Alberta graduates working in the nonprofit sector

3 Takeaways From a New Report on Giving Trends by Race

Creating disability inclusive workplaces — Dispelling myths and applying universal design principles to foster disability inclusion

Report Predicts Uptick in Giving in 2024 and 2025

The 2023 Driven by Cause Philanthropic Summit: A National Philanthropic Summit Hosted by Nova Southeastern University and Arreva

Mental health of staff supporting women experiencing violence suffered during the pandemic, Dalhousie University research

Ready or Not, Google Analytics 4 Is About to Change Your Nonprofit’s World

Tickets Are Now on Sale for the 2023 Driven by Cause Philanthropic Summit Presented by Arreva & Nova Southeastern University

The NonProfit Voice Ep 66: What the Giving USA Report Tells Us About Where Philanthropy Is Heading

Enhancing Student Success Across Campus with Western Michigan University + Salesforce

6 Ways to Fundraise With Video

First Professional Doctorate for Philanthropy Now Accepting Applications

2023 Global Philanthropy Tracker Finds $70B in Cross-border Philanthropic Giving at Height of COVID-19

Gravyty Launches First-of-its-kind Platform for Higher Education Advancement

2022 Black Women Give Back List Announced by Women’s Philanthropy Institute

5 Oculus Quest Tips for Nonprofits New to the Metaverse

The NonProfit Voice Ep 71: Finding the Right Educational Opportunities for Your Nonprofit Career

ASU and AWS Collaborate to Promote AI Transformation

How Can You Boost Year-End Giving? Part 2

Strategies for Moving a Board Beyond Operational Thinking

The Role of DEI in Today’s Nonprofit

Google Analytics 4: A Guide for Nonprofits — Plus 4 Steps to Upgrade Now

Bush School Center for Nonprofits to Host Bank of America Program on Volunteerism

New Equitable Giving Lab to Provide Insights Into Equity and Gaps in Fundraising for Under-Resourced Populations

Women’s Philanthropy Institute Announces the 2023 Black Women Give Back List

TNPA Foundation Opens Leading EDGE Internship Program Enrollment for Washington, D.C., Employers

Women’s Philanthropy Institute to Convene Its 6th National Symposium

New Research Finds Charitable Giving to LGBTQ+ Organizations Is a Little More Than 0.1% of Philanthropy in the U.S.

Changemaker Spotlight: Shemitria Smith, Clark Atlanta University

Creating a Nonprofit Digital Strategy with ChatGPT: A Practical Guide

The Mechanics of Innovation

CASE Establishes First-Ever Global Inclusion Index for Advancement Field

Change Raises $5M Seed Round to Supercharge Donations in web3

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ Events to Become Mobile-Friendly With Launch of DonorDrive New App

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