GrantNews
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Government grant-making policies are shifting the entire world of grants. These grant trends encourage positive changes in society. For example, making grants more accessible by utilizing an online application process. Grants provide vital funding to programs that support things like medical research, feeding the hungry, and housing for underserved communities.
Blue Avocado
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What are the key qualities and skills you look for in potential board members?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: A Deep and Sincere Caring About the Nonprofit’s Mission The most important “quality” in a board member would be a real and heartfelt caring about the mission/goal of the nonprofit they will be involved with.
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The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Donor-advised fund (DAF) disbursements to charitable organizations declined 1.4% during 2023 to $54.77 billion. Likewise, contributions into DAFs by donors decreased 21.7% to $59.43 billion, according to new data from the National Philanthropic Trust in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. DAFs were responsible for roughly 9.8% of all giving in the United States if the statistics for total giving in the Giving USA report released earlier this year at $557 billion and these DAF numbers are accurate.
Candid
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Did you know? When we look at which states receive the most charitable dollars per capita, Nebraska punches above its weight. That’s one of the findings from Dollars and Change: A Look at Individual and Institutional Giving Across the United States From 2015 to 2022 , a report released in September by Candid, GivingTuesday, and Network for Good. The study analyzes trends by recipient organization size, issue area, and location, as well as economic conditions.
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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.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
It will surprise no one that at the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP), we’re big fans of feedback. For more than two decades, we’ve been encouraging funders to seek confidential […] The post Our Own Medicine: Learning from Feedback at CEP appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
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Future Fundraising Now
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
A ten-week series on things you should know about fundraising. Time and attention are more precious and harder to get than money. Major donor people say it’s harder to get the meeting than the money. The principle is the same for all fundraising: The first and almost overwhelming barrier to response is attention. Attention is a more precious and harder-to-find commodity than money.
Blackbaud
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Across the globe, natural catastrophes strike unpredictably, from flooding and hurricanes to ice storms, earthquakes, and wildfires. In the United States, there were 28 climate disasters in 2023 , which surpassed the record of 22 disasters in 2020 – tallying a price tag of at least $92.9 billion. In Canada, the summer of 2024 now ranks as the most-destructive season in Canadian history due to over $7 billion in damages from flooding, fires and storms.
Double the Donation
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
As we wrap up 2024, it’s the perfect time to look back and acknowledge the milestones, innovations, and impact achieved by our team and its partners in the nonprofit and corporate giving sectors.
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Myechia Minter-Jordan, M.D., MBA, is the new chief executive officer of AARP, the nation’s largest nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older. She replaces Jo Ann Jenkins who this past March announced she was stepping down. Minter-Jordan joins AARP from the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health in Boston, Massachusetts where she was president and CEO.
DoJiggy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Nonprofit organizations are constantly seeking innovative ways to engage with donors and streamline the fundraising process. One of the most effective tools at their disposal today is the digital wallet. By making donating as simple as a single touch or scan, digital wallets are transforming the way we support the causes that matter most to us. This technology not only simplifies donations but also enhances security and convenience, making it easier for supporters to contribute to their favorite
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Photo from CIVICUS The world’s civic space is in its worst state since the nonprofit CIVICUS started its global coverage in 2018. Some 118 countries now have serious civic space restrictions and only 2.1% of people live in countries with open civic space. Two more countries – Bangladesh and Venezuela – were downgraded to the worst civic space category this past December.
Big Fundraising Ideas
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
What Types of Fundraisers are Most Popular Among Schools Blog Summary: This blog explores popular fundraising options, including catalog fundraisers, online storefronts, direct sales campaigns, and seasonal themes, each offering unique advantages for engaging supporters and meeting financial goals. Incentive programs and helpful tools are also discussed to boost participation and simplify tracking efforts.
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Image from Human Appeal USA Humanitarian aid nonprofit Human Appeal USA is kicking off a national comedy tour featuring established comedians to raise money in support of the organization’s emergency appeals to deliver food, clean water and medical care to families in crisis around the world. Among the line-up are comedians Omar Regan, Jeremey Mclellan, Yasmin Elhady, Preacher Moss and Sabeen Saddiq.
Just Write Grants
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Grant writing is a critical component of nonprofit fundraising, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. Understanding and addressing these common pain points can significantly enhance your nonprofit’s success in securing grants. In this blog post, we’ll explore the typical issues nonprofits face during the grant writing process and offer practical solutions to overcome them. 1.
Fluxx
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Selecting the right grant management system (GMS) is a critical decision for any government agency. With over $700 billion in federal grants awarded annually according to performance.gov, ensuring the effective management of these funds is paramount. A robust system can ensure transparency, efficiency, and compliance. However, the process of choosing a GMS can be overwhelming, given the myriad of options available.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Whether you're a nonprofit that recently started using text messaging or a seasoned organization, year-end giving is an important opportunity.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Two executives share strategic, fiscal, and communications tips to help leaders prepare for changes arriving with the second Trump administration. By Tom Bartlett and Sara Gibson Getty Images While it may feel like there are two Americas right now, nonprofit leaders working on the front lines of our most pressing societal problems have a unique opportunity to reinforce the strength of our communities.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
FreeWill launched Estately, a software solution that allows financial advisers to offer full-service estate planning.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Many strategic plans are filled with vague, surface-level goals that sound good but lack direction and depth.
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