The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 7, 2025

Instituting fixed terms for executive directors would allow them to focus on their jobs, then exit before exhaustion sets in. By Chitra Aiyar Getty Images Instituting fixed terms for executive directors would allow them to focus on their jobs, then exit before exhaustion sets in.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 7, 2025

Though critical to a healthy donor pipeline, mid-level donors are often overlooked. Here are four ways to put a renewed focus on these donors.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 7, 2025

Family fun isn’t just about creating lasting memories (although it might be the best part), it’s about strengthening families and supporting their well-being. As we progress into 2025, strong families should be our number one community focus. Quality family time should enhance emotional security, help children feel loved, and build a foundation for confidence and self-esteem.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

Fundraising isnt always about money. According to Lynn Margherio, founder and CEO of Cradles to Crayons, volunteerism is the backbone of many successful nonprofits, even though attracting and retaining volunteers can be challenging. Mobilizing your volunteers can also have a financial impact. Here are five ideas to make that happen: * Share giving recipes to spark creative volunteerism.

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Candid

JANUARY 7, 2025

Every nonprofit wants donors who are deeply connected to the work they fundsupporters who dont just write checks but are invested in the mission. But this requires organizations to do something they find uncomfortable: asking donors to change. This may seem counterintuitive. Nonprofits are experts at fulfilling donor needs, not the other way around.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

Collaborating on grant-funded projects, and particularly proposal development, is essential for nonprofits. Subject matter partnerships benefit programs, organizations, and teams through shared knowledge and divided challenges. However, fostering a productive proposal-building environment often presents scheduling and communication hurdles. Moreover, Artificial Intelligence (AI) can make the process more complex — while also presenting unique opportunities.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

JANUARY 7, 2025

A new year is often a moment to pause and reflect about what weve been doing well that wed like to carry forward into 2025, and some things that […] The post What Are You Bringing to 2025 and Leaving Behind in 2024? Heres What Your Grantees Are Saying appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

Television advertising executives have launched AdGood, a Thousand Oaks, California, nonprofit intended to provide low-cost ads to charities via connected TV (CTV). The idea is to get unused ad space from CTV publishers to nonprofits. The announcement came during the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Founded by advertising technology executiveKris Johns, AdGood will partner with CTV publishers that donate unused ad inventory.

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Fluxx

JANUARY 7, 2025

Motor neurone disease is a cruel illness with no known cure, but ongoing research continues to push the boundaries of hope. FightMND, the largest independent Australian foundation focused on a cure for MND, is offering its National Research Infrastructure Grant to fast-track the development of life-saving treatments. If you are a researcher specializing in a project for the revolution of MND treatment or diagnostics, this grant can provide that crucial funding you need to make a difference.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 7, 2025

At a time of a leadership transition, planned or unplanned, more and more organizations are using interim leaders (aka interims) to help the board address organizational challenges, large and small, that may have existed during the tenure of the previous leader. Even if a nonprofit organization does not have any glaring deficiencies, interim leadership either provided by a professional interim leader, or sometimes a board or staff member with capacity can allow the board to obtain an objective

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

The COVID pandemic is often pointed to as a reason that certain silos of giving declined during roughly 2019 through 2022. A new survey shows that evangelical giving has not rebounded and continues to plummet. The numbers for evangelical giving declined during the period and dropped even further when data was collected during February 2024. Some 61% of all evangelical Protestant adults made a financial donation to a local church during the past 12 months from February 2024, with 50% giving to an

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 7, 2025

In-kind contributions play a crucial role in helping nonprofits stretch their resources and make a greater impact in their communities. But how can your organization successfully solicit in-kind donations from businesses and individuals? It all starts with an in-kind donation request. Submitting an in-kind donation request requires a thoughtful approach.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 7, 2025

Progressive young donors and heirs to mining, oil, and other fortunes are reshaping their family's philanthropy through organizations like Resource Generation and Solidaire. By Sara Herschander Amanda Andrade-Rhoades, AP photo Demonstrators calling for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas rally in the U.S. Capitol building. Progressive young donors and heirs to mining, oil, and other fortunes are reshaping their family's philanthropy through organizations like Resource Generation

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Hands-On Fundraising

JANUARY 7, 2025

New donors! You’ve done well. The last few months were busy ones. And the last few weeks of the year? Well, busy doesn’t begin to describe it. But you’ve welcomed new people to your cause, and that’s wonderful! Now: Keeping those new donors is critical, of course. But it also makes the question more pressing: […] The post Transform New Donors into Lasting Partners: Start Here!

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Big Fundraising Ideas

JANUARY 7, 2025

What Research Should We Conduct Before Launching a Fundraiser? Blog Summary: Launching a successful fundraiser begins with thorough research and strategic planning. This blog explores the critical steps to take before starting a school fundraiser, whether youre considering Brochure Fundraisers, Direct Sale Fundraisers, or Online Fundraisers. Launching a fundraiser can be an exciting venture, with the promise of achieving financial goals and supporting a meaningful cause.

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