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Who's Really Funding Campus Protests?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Organizers say it's a growing base of small-dollar supporters, not big donors, shaping pro-Palestinian protests on campus. By Sara Herschander Getty Images College protest encampments are often formed through informal coalitions of student groups, experts said. Here, pro-Palestinian protesters are outside Sproul Hall at UC Berkeley. Although student protest groups have received funding from foundations and large donors, organizers maintain that a rapidly growing and decentralized network of youn

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How to Choose a CRM System Based on Your Nonprofit’s Size

NonProfit PRO

When you’re looking for new CRM software for your nonprofit, the choices can seem overwhelming. How do you know which system is right for you?

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Impact Investing Is On the Rise, With a Big Foundation's $325 Million Commitment

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Robert Wood Johnson's specialists look to generate both social and financial returns By Alex Daniels Photo by LemonLight Kimberlee Cornett (center), who is leading impact investing at Robert Wood Johnson, has been free to build a strategy from scratch.

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First Week in Pristina, Kosovo!

HSF House

I have loved my time in Pristina, Kosovo! Although the program is nearing its end, we have fit a lot of activities into these sixteen days. I have met with government officials and NGO CEOs and debuted on the RTK public broadcast. During the day I attend meetings and site visits and do work either in between or at the end of the day. The hours are long, but so rewarding!

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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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Mozilla Foundation Names Executive Director to Guide Advocacy and Philanthropy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Courtesy of the Mozilla Foundation Nabiha Syed, a media lawyer and CEO of the Markup, joins the Mozilla Foundation as executive director. Also, a new vice president of programs will join the Houston Endowment in July, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute has named its next leader.

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Template to Justify Your Trip to the Fall 2024 Matching Gift Summit for Nonprofits and K-12

Double the Donation

Subject: Matching Gift Summit – Great opportunity for our team Dear [insert manager’s name], I’d like to get your approval to attend the Matching Gift Summit, Double the Donation’s premier matching gift event, in Atlanta, GA from September 29th – October 1st.

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Ex-Epsilon Executives Found Guilty In Fraud Case

The NonProfit Times

Two now former executives of Epsilon Data Management were convicted in federal court of selling lists used to target millions of U.S. consumers, including senior citizens, for mass-mailing fraud schemes. Robert Reger, 57, of Boulder, Colorado, and David Lytle, 64, of Leawood, Kansas, were found guilty of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud. In 2018, former Epsilon Vice President Steven Fritz Kessler pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud for his participation in the scheme.

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Template to Justify Your Trip to the Fall 2024 Matching Gift Summit for Higher Education

Double the Donation

Subject: Matching Gift Summit – Great opportunity for our team Dear [insert manager’s name], I’d like to get your approval to attend the Matching Gift Summit, Double the Donation’s premier matching gift event, in Atlanta, GA from October 1st – 3rd.

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9 Tips to Increase Your Odds of Being Awarded Grant Funding

GrantNews

Want to know your chances of being awarded grant funding? It’s a common question. On average, sources estimate that 1 in 7 applications are approved. So, how can you increase your odds of winning a grant? GrantWatch has the answers you need. The database houses thousands of current grants and offers many search features, all geared to accomplish one thing: to help you improve your rate of success.

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Navigating My Journey: A Smooth Transition to Houston

HSF House

My transition to Houston has been remarkably smooth. Thoughtful planning for my days ahead has made my move effortless. My housing in Houston is located near downtown, in the historic Third Ward neighborhood. This area is filled with many businesses and an entrepreneurial spirit. I can walk to my internship in just ten minutes, and there’s a gym only a 30-second walk away from my apartment.

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