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Grant Making Groups Stand Firm in Defense of Race-Based Philanthropy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The Council on Foundations and Independent Sector have filed an amicus brief supporting the Fearless Foundation, which is defending a lawsuit that tests whether the SCOTUS decision barring affirmative action in college admissions can be applied to grant making. By Alex Daniels The Council on Foundations and Independent Sector have filed an amicus brief supporting the Fearless Fund Foundation, which is defending a lawsuit that tests whether the SCOTUS decision barring affirmative action in colleg

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Donor Visits

Veritus Group

Before you schedule your next trip, make sure to check out this list with our tops tips for a successful donor visit. The post The Do’s and Don’ts of Donor Visits appeared first on Veritus Group.

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18 Grant Makers Promise $302 Million to Aid Farmers in Climate Efforts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Yassine Gaidi, Anadolu, Getty Images At COP28, a group of grant makers pledged money to protect agriculture from climate disruption. Above, a peanut farmer in Nabeul, Tunisia in November. Also, a dozen foundations pooled $250 million to create the Ocean Resilience and Climate Alliance, and X Prize will give $101 million in awards through its new global competition to extend human life expectancy by up to 20 years.

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Nonprofit Insights and Priorities for 2024 Revealed in Latest Fundraising Report from OneCause

NonProfit PRO

OneCause released its annual report on fundraising insights and priorities for the nonprofit sector for the coming year.

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AI for Grant Writing: 20+ ChatGPT Prompts You Can Use

This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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The Nonprofit World Is Obsessed With Scaling. But Is It Always the Right Choice?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Mega-gifts from MacKenzie Scott and others help groups scale their work. But effective expansion isn't only about money. By Kimberly Churches Getty Images Mega-gifts from MacKenzie Scott and others help more groups scale their work. But effective expansion is about more than money — it’s about training, leadership, and a recognition that scaling may not be the best option.

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How to Approach Your Major Donors for Year-End Gifts

Gail Perry Group

If you don’t do anything else in your year-end campaign, you must do this; visit your major donors & invite them to invest in your cause.

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What Makes Team Fundraising Unique? 3 Key Differences

Blackbaud

As the coach of a youth sports team or the leader of a school-affiliated academic bowl team, you know that there are some aspects of team fundraising that make it different—and often more challenging—than other types of fundraising. While organizations like nonprofits often have at least one dedicated fundraising professional, your team will have to dive in without the same experience or time to devote to campaign planning.

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Senior Caregivers Help with Aging in Place

GrantNews

More and more seniors are choosing to age in place. Rather than opting for senior living communities, some individuals wish to remain in their family homes, surrounded by friends and loved ones. As a result, the country is seeing an increased need for senior caregivers. Caring for our older generations is a responsibility we all gladly share. It’s about honoring the wisdom and experiences they bring to our lives.

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What is the Data Append Process for Nonprofits?

Soapbox Exchange

As data becomes an increasingly integral part of nonprofit fundraising and marketing, charitable organizations need to stay up-to-date with the latest data trends—one of which is appending data. AccuData defines a data append as the act of “supplementing the information within a brand’s internal database with additional data from external sources.” In this guide, we’ll explore how a data append works and how your nonprofit can leverage this powerful process to enrich your donor database and unlo

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8 Trends in Corporate Philanthropy for 2024: How to Tap In

Double the Donation

Corporate philanthropy programs like matching gifts, volunteer grants, employee giving campaigns, and corporate sponsorships evolve constantly to meet the needs of companies, nonprofits, and supporters. But external factors are at play that impact trends in corporate philanthropy, too. For instance, when the economy seems rocky, many worry that corporate matching gifts will be negatively impacted.

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Newsletter: Tomorrow: How Sales Coaching Boosted This Nonprofit’s Partner Outreach ; How to Land a Partnership Deal Before Year-End ; Is SantaCon Just a Con?

Selfish Giving

Don't forget tomorrow's webinar on how sales coaching can turbocharge your partnership team's success. We have two fabulous presenters.?? Dan Cohen, Founder, Cause Partners Courtney Davidson , Corporate Partnerships, Wounded Warrior Project PUT ME IN COACH ✍️ Partnership Notes 1. This cannabis retailer encourages customers to recycle the plastic that encases certain cannabis products by offering a $4 pre-rolled joint for every piece of packaging they return.

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