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Did a $100 Million Effort Reduce Homelessness? The Results Are In

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich. million on 32 programs between 2017 and 2022 aimed at halving chronic homelessness. A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich.

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Ready, Set, Go! Submit Your Story to Storymakers 2017

Tech Soup

Storymakers 2017 is here! The contest opens on September 5, and closes on October 31, 2017. Whether the goal is advocacy, fundraising, or a combination of things, the ability to tell your organization's story and compete in the digital space is critical. Check out Storymakers. Your stories warm our hearts every day.

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How to Up Your Digital Marketing and Fundraising Game in 2017

Tech Soup

The new year is a perfect planning opportunity as your organization sets its sights on new goals and outcomes for the next 12 months. 2017 is a great time to re-envision and reboot your efforts to keep in touch via email with your constituents, volunteers, and donors. Engagement is your key to email success in 2017.

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Grantseeking in 2017: Know the Scene — Transparency Rules

Tech Soup

I decided, on my latest foray along the cliffs, to write a series of blogs focusing on the overarching themes that I feel are important for every nonprofit organization to know about and understand as we move into 2017. It isn't the norm yet, but progress is being made toward that goal. For me, the overarching themes include.

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FreeWill Acquires AI-Driven GrantAssistant

The NonProfit Times

When we started GrantAssistant, our goal was to help nonprofits and non-governmental organizations get as much funding as possible by making the grant writing process easier,” said Hasnain. Our relationship blossomed as we realized that merging could be a force multiplier for us, and a win for society. “Our We couldn’t be happier.”

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MacArthur Offers $100 Million For One Good Program

The NonProfit Times

There were 800 applicants for the 2021 competition and 1,400 for the first award in 2017. In the inaugural round of 100&Change in 2017, Sesame Workshop and International Rescue Committee were awarded $100 million to educate young children displaced by conflict and persecution in the Syrian response region.

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Grantseeking in 2017: Know the Scene — Demonstrate Inclusion

Tech Soup

In my last blog I talked a bit about transparency and how it will apply to organizations seeking grant awards in 2017. You must show that your organization — your mission, goals, and objectives — reflect the local, regional, or national makeup of the community you serve. Those You Serve. What Might You Do Now?