Cain Nonprofit Solutions

JANUARY 14, 2021

Last year many arts and culture nonprofits struggling to cope with closures and restrictions in the wake of COVID-19 were able to take advantage of multiple relief grants and funding, chief among them funds made available through the CARE Act and forgivable loans that were part of the Paycheck Protection Program (known as ‘PPP’).

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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

If a funder likes your Letter of Inquiry, they’ll invite you to submit more details about what you would like them to fund. Before you start writing your Letter of Inquiry, take a moment to reflect on what you’re setting out to do – essentially, introduce your nonprofit. Take a moment to reflect.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Secretary of the Treasury to designate a nonprofit as a terrorist supporting organization and yank its exempt status was tacked to the bottom of a bill in the U.S. Such a policy would disregard the Constitutional principle of due process, various nonprofit leaders told The NonProfit Times on background. Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.).

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Warren Bennis , a pioneer in the study of contemporary leadership, shares a similarly ambitious definition, calling it the capacity to translate vision into reality. I appreciate these definitions, but what if leadership is really about making the best of less-than-ideal situations? I think the same could be said for leadership.

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Candid

DECEMBER 8, 2022

It’s equally full of seemingly straightforward words that can mean many different things; for example, the term “year” can mean five different things when talking about nonprofit data i Defining “BIPOC-led” is a perfect example of these issues (BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color ii ).

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Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

First, I've talked with some of you about the government's hold on grants and funding. However, the truth is that the best way to strengthen your nonprofit and your partnership program is to grow a broad and deep base of individual supporters. This podcast is definitely worth a listen: How should you approach audience research?

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 16, 2024

New Data from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) while it is not record-level funding, it was the third highest amount since the nonprofit started reporting such data in 2014. The data also showed that the proportion of disaster funding for reconstruction and recovery was higher than in recent years. Funding grew to 301.8

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

We hear from folks all the time who are looking for new fundraising ideas for nonprofits, especially fundraising ideas for a new nonprofit. They’re excited to get their fledgling organization off the ground, and they need the funds to do it. Broken Funding Models for Nonprofits Truly, it’s not your fault.

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The Grantsmanship Center

MARCH 5, 2025

Problem analysis includes the definition of the problem along with why it is happening. In a later post, well look at reactive planning those times when we find a funding initiative and then try to mold a program to fit. Patty Wolfe is an independent consultant to nonprofit organizations.

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Tech Soup

MAY 21, 2013

Wouldn't it be great if nonprofits, charities, and foundations had a frank discussion about how to improve the technology funding process? The NTC session Bridging the Funding Gap did just that: brought nonprofits and foundations together to start discussing technology funding barriers and to brainstorm solutions.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

In the wake of the huge number of donations given to Haiti earthquake relief via text mesage, MobileActive has published Texting for Charitable Dollars: The Definitive Guide. It describes the process of raising funds via SMS from the donors' and the nonprofits' perspectives, including costs and tips for getting started.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

In my role as an educational programming manager at Candid, I hear this question nearly every day: “Is it a good time to start a nonprofit?” Because there are so many factors to understand when considering whether or not to start a nonprofit. Will you be able to secure funding? Is it a good time to start a nonprofit?

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MAY 1, 2023

Starting and growing your organization is a lot easier when you have a nonprofit business plan. Maybe they don’t know what a nonprofit business plan can do to help them. There’s also a common misconception out there that because your organization is labeled a “nonprofit” it doesn’t need to operate like a business.

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MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Here are three kinds of fundraising events that work for most nonprofits and how to choose the right one for you. You already know that every dollar counts in your nonprofit. Diverse funding streams are the key to success. Probably not!)

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Candid

APRIL 16, 2024

A report from the Center for Expanding Leadership & Opportunity (CELO) and The Allstate Foundation explores how Gen Z is expanding the definition of “community service” and seeking to maximize impact—for themselves and the communities they serve. Funding lines don’t necessarily have to change to support service,” he said.

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The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 22, 2023

According to the Nonprofit Times article : “More troubling is when these numbers are paired with earlier research from the Lilly School that showed just 5.4% As a sector, we have to change…” That’s why it is imperative nonprofit leaders learn how to talk to donors more effectively. Not because donors are better.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2022

As your nonprofit starts to blossom, don’t be surprised if you are conflicted over how much to spend on nonprofit administration, especially fundraising. But you have to spend some money on running your nonprofit. Overspending on fundraising is NOT the problem I see most often in small nonprofits, though. And fundraising.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Capital Funding is often needed to help build our dreams. What about funding for constructing a new facility for your nonprofit ? Yes, capital funding grants can be used for a variety of purposes. However, perhaps the most important source for capital funding projects is grants.

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Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

Millions of individuals have been pulled out of poverty as a result of these free funds, allowing them to overcome financial challenges. However, there are just four primary forms of grant funding in the sea of grant programs. Securing funding for research grants can be challenging.

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Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

Millions of individuals have been pulled out of poverty as a result of these free funds, allowing them to overcome financial challenges. However, there are just four primary forms of grant funding in the sea of grant programs. Securing funding for research grants can be challenging.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Are you trying to decide whether to start a nonprofit or LLC? In addition, GrantWatch has specific categories devoted to business-related grants and a list of thousands of grants for nonprofits. Defining Nonprofits and LLCs Nonprofits bring people together to work for the common good. A nonprofit organization is for you.

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Gail Perry Group

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Are you and your team happy with the level of board giving to your nonprofit? The generous gifts from board members funded this special project, X." “The They are not definitive about what is expected or encouraging about giving. We originally published this post a few years ago, and it's one of the most popular on our site.

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AUGUST 1, 2022

One of the best ways to stay in touch with your donors on a consistent basis is through a nonprofit email newsletter. Purpose of your nonprofit email newsletter Your email newsletter has a specific purpose. The right nonprofit email newsletter format. Random doesn’t cut it. Neither does boring. It’s meant to.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Because of this, it is critical for nonprofits to provide help. Recent changes in the HUD Definition of “Homeless” help modern leaders define and understand the effects of homelessness and displacement in their communities. These nonprofits provide resources for individuals and a safe harbor to turn to for help.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2022

Building Movement Project studied over 4,000 nonprofit employees and found no difference in qualifications, leadership aspirations, or skillsets between white people and people of color. What do we know about funding support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)? . Philanthropic funding for HBCUs .

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JUNE 18, 2023

Growing a nonprofit takes more than just passion: you also need creativity, persistence, and a handful of nonprofit leadership skills to guide your organization through the growth years and fulfill your mission. Without leadership, a small nonprofit may never reach its full potential.

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JUNE 15, 2021

As the founder of a new nonprofit, you are probably doing everything yourself and working for free instead of taking a nonprofit salary. . Or pay yourself more than you are now so that your nonprofit provides you with a living wage. It can feel like a lot of money when you’re looking at the nonprofit’s tiny checkbook.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 10, 2021

You’ve got a brilliant idea for a new nonprofit. Whether you started your nonprofit last week or five years ago, if you’re still struggling to get your mission off the ground, this two-part course will help you jumpstart your work and set you on the path to success. Registration for the Nonprofit Startup 101 Course is live!

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 17, 2017

It's OK to decide that your organization is mostly defined by one of the factors or to take an average or median figure from a variety of organization definitions. The charts in these reports show the frequency of funding by source, such as private foundations, corporate giving programs, and local governments.

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MAY 23, 2024

Donor fatigue is real, and it’s hurting lots of small nonprofits that are over asking their donors without balancing those asks with enough feel-good interactions. There can be several reasons for donor fatigue, but here are two we see the most with small nonprofits: 1. Some experts say donor fatigue is a myth. But you know what?

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Center for Major Gifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Then you’ll definitely need good negotiation skills. The problem is, a lot of nonprofit folks just don’t like to hear the word “negotiation” in the context of fundraising. A company sells products or services in order to raise funds, increase its bottom line, and stay in business. Then you need good negotiation skills.

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Candid

AUGUST 8, 2022

There is a breadth and depth of the work done by Black-led organizations; however, funders have made decisions about what causes are “important” to fund. To see an impact in our communities, Black nonprofit leaders focus on community care and often do the work ourselves with limited resources.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” It’s a burning question so many nonprofits have, and to be honest, I can’t say that I blame them! Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Think about it: what could your nonprofit do right now with a $5,000 check?? (I For one, it’s usually a lot of money.

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Candid

JULY 26, 2022

The overhead myth is a pervasive challenge for nonprofits, often leading to organizations that are under-funded, unable to make an impact that aligns with their potential, and rapidly losing high-performing employees. It’s been said before, and I’ll say it again: it’s time to disprove the overhead myth for nonprofits.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

We all know that running a nonprofit requires fundraising , but how do you plan a fundraiser ? Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or just getting started, you can raise more money if you take the time to get your plans in place first before you start working on a fundraiser for your nonprofit. Where do you even begin?

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JULY 13, 2021

If you feel like you have too much to do and aren’t getting enough done, you need to increase your nonprofit productivity. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over, expecting a different result. Google Forms have so many uses for nonprofits. How many reminder notes to yourself? That’s right. With a pen.

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Candid

APRIL 14, 2021

If the mission of your nonprofit addresses race, health, or wealth disparities, you likely need additional funding to meet increased demand. One way to get more funding is to start or grow your major gifts program to channel resources toward an equitable recovery for all. For many nonprofits $5,000 is the sweet spot.

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