Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Here are some articles to help you get started. These articles explore the ethical considerations AI technology raises for the sector and ways to address them. In this article, co-authors Beth Kanter and Fine tell a cautionary tale of the limitations of chatbots. How should we think about using AI technology to do good?

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This article will focus on external financial audits because theyre most often conducted on a recurring basisand sometimes, your organization will have to do so to comply with regulations. This is also a good time to hammer out the details of your contract for working together before you finalize it and make it binding.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 28, 2023

The American Revolution started over a broken contract. So, discussing partnership contracts the week before Independence Day seems only appropriate. According to the Declaration of Independence, King George III broke the social contract between himself and his subjects, the American colonists. But what should be in a contract?

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Planned Giving

OCTOBER 30, 2024

When I worked as a marketing writer in the for-profit sector, one of the most commonly requested types of article was something called “branded content.” Donor stories can inspire more donations and support, as can mission stories and stories about those you serve. They’re focused on the speaker, faces rapt with attention.

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Gail Perry Group

MAY 23, 2024

Use contractions such as “We’ll” rather than “We will.” Remember to bookmark this article. AI to the Rescue: Streamlining Thank You’s for More Donor Love As fundraisers, we understand the power of a well-crafted thank-you note. Requirements: Use the first person: “I” and “we.” Use the second person: “you,” “you” and “you” again.

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Blackbaud

MAY 6, 2024

Work with the heads of each department to analyze expense history, review contracts for any automatic expense increases, and evaluate the strategic plan for any additional expenses to include. Forvis Senior Manager Seth Hopkins contributed to this article. Without those, it can be a struggle just to make a plate of spaghetti.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For a comprehensive understanding of various grant writing options, consider exploring our article on grant writing services to discover the best solutions for specific needs. Draft a Contract : Formalize the working relationship by outlining terms such as deliverables, timelines, and compensation in a contract.

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CauseVox

APRIL 20, 2021

Until upwards of 80% of people have either been vaccinated or contracted and recovered from COVID, any in-person events raise the risk of spreading the virus further. An article from the New York Times warns “Precautions remain especially important as new variants of the virus emerge. It’s easy and makes it even simpler to donate.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 29, 2015

Ghaffari laid out a hypothetical situation: Imagine a homeless shelter funded through two contracts, one from HUD and the other from the City of San Francisco. The combination of the two contracts do not provide sufficient funding to carry out this program. For example, Ms. Does the shelter know what the true cost of this program is?

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GrantNews

MAY 8, 2024

Cost of Incorporation& Tax-Exempt Status Every nonprofit startup must file a legal document known as the articles of incorporation with their state to begin the process. A lawyer can help you draft your ‘articles of incorporation,’ as well as help you with your application to the IRS.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 6, 2024

You just signed a multi-year contract for a new student information and learning management system (SIS/LMS) that does everything you want it to do. It provides the ultimate tool to bring all your school software into one system and allows everything to talk to each other. This is the dream. Give yourself a pat on the back! You did it!

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Gail Perry Group

MAY 23, 2024

Use contractions such as “We’ll” rather than “We will.” Remember to bookmark this article for later. AI to the Rescue: Streamlining Thank You’s for More Donor Love As fundraisers, we understand the power of a well-crafted thank-you note. Requirements: Use the first person: “I” and “we.” or “Because of your gift, a family will.”

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Here are some proven strategies: Cut Back on Spending Review Contracts: Revisit vendor agreements to negotiate better terms or find more budget-friendly options. Proven Strategies to Increase HOA Cash Flow Before diving into the world of grants, exploring other ways to boost HOA cash flow is essential.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

This article discusses what grant management is and the risks of mismanaging awarded grants. Be wise; vet your grant writer extensively and have a written contract. Did you know that if a grant is not managed correctly after being awarded, your organization can be forced to repay the funds? The GrantWatch team is here to help.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 7, 2024

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) introduces guidelines on how nonprofits should handle grants and contracts, and these updates help nonprofits report their finances accurately and in a standard manner. It offers a comprehensive overview of revenue and expenses over a specific timeframe. Let’s dive in!

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Preparing to write this article gave me an opportunity to reach out to other grant writers to glean from their experience. Author Bio: Deana Guido, PhD serves at the Grant Researcher and Contract Administrator at Bladen Community College (NC). I am relatively new to grant writing and GPA has been a great resource.

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Red Tape Busters

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The ultimate goal for any tender writer is to win lucrative contracts and secure business opportunities for their organisation. In this article, we’ll explore five such mistakes and offer some valuable insights on how to avoid them.

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 22, 2017

Then, in 2015, the Wall Street Journal published an article that unnerved me. The WAA board formed an RFP Committee and began the process for the 2017-2019 contract to ensure that Worcester's pricing of wreaths is competitive. Worcester family members and former company employees run the charity and have seats on its board.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

Earlier this month I read an inspiring New York Times article about St. After consulting with his stakeholders, Tony contracted with Plexis to have them customize their standard software to meet the needs of a food bank. Every day, Bread and Life serves over 2,300 meals to hungry New Yorkers. read more.

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Blue Avocado

AUGUST 13, 2024

Making the switch from an inexpensive local bookkeeper to a contract accountant was expensive, but worth every penny, and it we had done it sooner it would have saved us a lot of headaches. The whole article smacked of devaluing the hard work and dedication of employees. In the thousands of dollars.

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GiveSmart

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

And what fees are companies using to nickel and dime an organization, making their “free” contract actually too good to be true? With GiveSmart, whether an organization raises $1 or $1 million, their software contract and credit card fees are fixed, and we don’t add on more and more fees like some others do.

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Advertising Disclosures [Released 10/02/19] Registration & Reporting Requirements Contract Issues [Coming Soon!] For every T-shirt purchased in July, ABC Company will donate $5 to XYZ Charity.”) The requirements vary by state, and may include registration and campaign reporting, mandatory contract provisions, and advertising disclosures.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 10, 2013

Piktochart doesn't require a contract or any sign-up fees so your organization can give Piktochart's professional package a whirl for a few months to test it out. Find more articles and how-tos on web, multimedia, and design on TechSoup. The vhemes can be tweaked and changed with Easel.ly's simple web-based editor.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In the wake of the October Ethics Month articles, you are all now experts on the GPA code of ethics! You read every article and are ready to take on any situation, no matter how sticky…right? Even with an irrefutable command of grant writing the GPA Code of Ethics , you will encounter situations that give you pause.

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 13, 2024

Look for opportunities to work with program staff, whether through conferences, co-written articles in professional journals, or regular participation in program meetings. Author Bio : Eryn Baldrica-Guy (she/her) is the Director of Grants and Contracts for California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. But we can’t do this alone.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Welcome to the continuation of the October Ethics Month article series! Author Bio: Natalie Kent, Associate Director of Grants and Contracts, Northeast Community College Natalie is a grant professional with over 10 years of experience managing, implementing, and writing state, federal, and private foundation grants.

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GrantNews

JULY 18, 2024

In this article, we’ll jump into how your nonprofit can craft a solid social media strategy and share tips to ensure its success. Facebook: Facebook is ideal for posting articles, ads, and news. Marketing, it’s the engine that powers nonprofit growth. However, online marketing requires a great deal of navigation. The up side?

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 7, 2023

GrantWriterTeam has shifted away from being the middleman with contracts created on the portal to a new model that empowers grant writers and grant-seekers to work together on their own terms. The platform’s customizable approach allows for tailored contract design off-site, empowering users in their grant-writing endeavors.

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Tech Soup

JULY 7, 2015

"After reading an article about a social problem, people can use the button to donate to a specific nonprofit or a group of charities active on that issue. Registration is free, and no contract is required. In 2011, they joined the technology leadership of President Obama's re-election campaign. They work in combination.

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CauseVox

MARCH 9, 2021

If you take nothing else away from this article, here’s your #1 tip: Make recurring donations the default option on your donation form. One of the best ways to push your donors to become monthly donors is by creating a donation form that subtly tells them what you want. Of course there’s a lot more to your donation form than that.

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Greater Giving

JULY 13, 2023

In this article, we will delve into the responsibilities of an Event Planning Chair and shed light on their essential contributions to the overall success. Some key job responsibilities of an Event Planning Chair include: Vendor Contracting: Successful events rely on a network of trusted vendors who provide essential services.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 21, 2021

To help your nonprofit’s leadership understand and comply with online fundraising guidelines, this article will provide a crash course on the basics of maintaining legal compliance while fundraising online. Articles of Incorporation. Contracts with Independent Professionals. Commercial Co-Venture Contracts.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 25, 2024

His name is omitted from this article as he is not a named defendant. She has since cobbled together a combination of part-time and contract work, she said. A former United Way executive has filed a $12 million lawsuit against the nonprofit alleging sexual discrimination and workplace retaliation. Silence equals complicity,” she said.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

As the number of students we taught rose and tenure-track faculty left, they were replaced with wonderful, intelligent, highly-trained contingent faculty with heavy teaching loads, by-the-course or one-year contracts, and little to no support for equipment, materials, or professional development.

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Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Partnership Contract Lessons from the American Revolution ✊ Is This the End of Amateurism in Cause Marketing ? An interesting article in the Wall Street Journal on "Checkout Charity." ? (? = I'm a subscriber and am "gifting" you the article.) Taking two weeks off from writing the newsletter is a good idea. I have my doubts.?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 7, 2009

Many of the original articles were purchased from Funk & Wagnalls Standard Encyclopedia under a non-exclusive contract. As Microsoft edited and refined the encyclopedia, they also wrote multiple versions of many articles to account for different countries' perspectives and priorities.

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Grant Writer Team

AUGUST 23, 2023

Research Check out these articles, “ Everything You Need to Know About Starting a Nonprofit ,” and “ When Is the Best Time to Be Applying for Grants ” to understand what you must have in place before applying for grants. A grant writer can help you locate federal, state & local grants as well as find foundation grants and contracts.

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