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What gives in Nebraska? The Buffett effect and a culture of giving 

Candid

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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Hampden-Sydney College Lands $30 Million From Former Education Secretary

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The donation from Eugene Hickok and his wife, Katharine, will support professors and staff, as well as course offerings at the men's liberal arts college in Virginia. By Maria Di Mento Hampden-Sydney College Eugene Hickok, former U.S. deputy secretary of education, announces a $30 million gift to Hampden-Sydney College during an event launching the school’s capital campaign on Oct. 25.

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Key Qualities and Skills to Look for in Potential Board Members

Blue Avocado

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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Contributions To DAFs, Distributions Both Decline

The NonProfit Times

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.

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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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Our Own Medicine: Learning from Feedback at CEP

Center for Effective Philanthropy

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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Double the Donation’s Year in Review: 2024 Edition

Double the Donation

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.

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Minter-Jordan Picked As New CEO At AARP

The NonProfit Times

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.

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Using Digital Wallets for Nonprofit Fundraising

DoJiggy

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

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Report: Conflict Has 114 Million People Displaced

The NonProfit Times

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.

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What Types of Fundraisers are Most Popular Among Schools

Big Fundraising Ideas

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.

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Navigating Nonprofit Grant Writing: Common Pain Points and How to Overcome Them

Just Write Grants

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.

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How to Select the Right Grant Management System for Government Agencies

Fluxx

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.

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4 Keys to Raising Money From Year-End Text Messaging

NonProfit PRO

Whether you're a nonprofit that recently started using text messaging or a seasoned organization, year-end giving is an important opportunity.

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Corporate Responsibility’s Role During Disaster Response

Blackbaud

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.

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FreeWill Launches Estately Enabling Financial Advisers to Offer Digital and Attorney-Drafted Estate Planning

NonProfit PRO

FreeWill launched Estately, a software solution that allows financial advisers to offer full-service estate planning.

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How Government Grants Are Changing Grant-Making Policies

GrantNews

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.

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Wake Up! Your Strategic Plan is Likely Not as Strategic as You Think

NonProfit PRO

Many strategic plans are filled with vague, surface-level goals that sound good but lack direction and depth.

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NPO Brings The Lighter Side Of Emergency Appeals

The NonProfit Times

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.

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3 Steps to Take Amid Post-Election Uncertainty

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

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.