Thu.Jan 30, 2025

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10 Common Nonprofit Major Gift Asking Mistakes to Avoid

Clairification

When youre not aware youre making a mistake, its hard to avoid it. So lets get curious. Im going to ask you to close your eyes for a minute to imagine a donor youve been wanting to ask for a major gift. Im going to ask you to visualize a space where youre meeting. Put them in your office, their home, a caf or even a Zoom screen. Choose whats comfortable, and where you think youd be most likely to meet with this donor within the next month or so.

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The Foundation Providing Quick Disaster Relief in LA and Beyond

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

When fires, hurricanes, or other crises strike, the Emergency Assistance Foundation is a one-trick pony that lets corporations provide rapid aid without needing to run their own tax-exempt entity. By Tamara Straus Damian Dovarganes, AP Homeowner David Marquez, left, holds a metal detector as his father, Juan Pablo Alvarado, right, and a friend look for the remains of gold jewelry and other silver items inside the walls of their multi-generational home in the aftermath of the Eaton Fire, Sunday,

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Dealing with Chaos: Three Steps to Take Right Now

Gail Perry Group

Its been a chaotic and exhausting week. And, its only the beginning of threats to cut government funding of nonprofits. To help you, we are framing three steps you can take right now to communicate appropriately, guide your board, and keep your donors informed. These steps not only touch on fundraising but also on governance and organizational strategy. 1.

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Expanding Support for Autism and ADHD with Grant Funding

GrantNews

Finding grant funding for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) research and support is essential for advancing understanding and improving resources for those affected. These are two of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions diagnosed in childhood, each with distinct treatment approaches. Researchers, nonprofits, libraries, and schools rely on grant funding to provide critical studies, educational programs, and community services that enhance

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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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7 Ways to Engage Your Donors Without Asking for Money

CauseVox

In the nonprofit world, its easy to feel like every conversation with donors has to revolve around money. But heres the thingbuilding a strong connection with your donors isnt just about asking for funds. Your donors give money to your organization because they truly care about what you do. So how can you make sure they feel truly valued and invited into your work in other tangible ways?

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I0 Fool-Proof Ways Nonprofits Can Fundraise in 2025

Grant Writer Team

You can quickly maximize donations by adopting donor-centric management practices. To illustrate, donor-centric nonprofits may share a pie chart showing how every dollar is spent, including operational costs and more. Donors will then envision how they can make an even bigger difference. That is what it is all about! Making a difference. Additional donations will fund new projects, such as updating ESG compliance, website improvements, and more.

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Top 10 Fundraising writing best practices (says AI)

Tom Ahern

File under: An "A-level" check list according to AI Top 10 fundraising writing best practices (circa 2025 and remarkably useful) What are the top 10 fundraising writing best practices? Please place them in descending order from 10 to 1. Explain your reasoning. Cite experts." Above is the prompt submitted to artificial intelligence (AI) by some ever-curious U.S. fundraisers.

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With the rise of AI, Candid continues delivering philanthropy news with context 

Candid

Since 1995, Candids Philanthropy News Digest has kept readers informed about the priorities of grantmakers, the activities of nonprofits, and evolving trends across the sector. Today, Candid and PND are working to leverage AI technologies to deliver news with even greater speed, depth, and precision. That work includes the use of machine learning to deliver a regularly refreshed news feed in tandem with our daily digest of the latest top stories, and that use of technology will only expand in th

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Employing the Prosci ADKAR Change Management Model to Drive Lasting Change

NonProfit PRO

Here's how the Prosci ADKAR Model for change management can help your nonprofit create a meaningful, lasting impact.

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Target's DEI Rollback Raises Questions About the Retail Giant's Philanthropic Commitments

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Target and the Target Foundation have made big gifts to groups working on Black economic empowerment and LGBTQ+ acceptance. By James Pollard, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) David Zalubowski, AP Target and the Target Foundation have made made big gifts to groups working on Black economic empowerment and LGBTQ+ acceptance.

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Top 5 blog posts of the month

Future Fundraising Now

Here are the 5 most-read Future Fundraising Now blog posts of the month of January: My go-to fundraising blogs for 2025 Top 10 blog posts of 2024 7 amazing ways your fundraising helps your donors 207 ways to write better fundraising [BOOK REVIEW] 6 ways to excite donors to open your emails Looking for some really good (and specific) advice for your fundraising?

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An Open Letter to MacKenzie Scott: Six Steps to Ensure Your For-Profit Investments Do the Most Good

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Launching a successful impact investment program isnt easy, as Scott may find. These strategies can help. By Antony Bugg-Levine iStockphoto Launching a successful impact investment program isnt easy, as Scott may find. These strategies can help.

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It’s All About Endowment

Center for Major Gifts

But Most Nonprofits Still Dont Get It A title like that certainly entitles a fundraiser to ask, Okay, what is it precisely I dont understand? So first lets look at whats special about endowments. You could say what sets endowments apart is that theyre leveraged. Look at annual giving: As the money comes in, you use it to pay off the various day-to-day expenses of your nonprofit: money in, money out.

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Crafting the Perfect Grant Policy: A Step-by-Step Guide for Foundations

Fluxx

Grantmaking is one of the core components of your foundation's mission, whether it be funding for innovative projects or resources distributed to underserved communities; a well-thought-out grant policy lays the path. Guiding operations from within while building trust with grantees and stakeholders alike requires a well-thought-through grant policy.

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Lowe’s Invites Communities to Nominate Projects for Lowe’s Hometowns

NonProfit PRO

Lowe's is accepting project nominations for Lowe's Hometowns, its five-year, $100 million commitment to community revitalization.

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University of Washington: Scaling Community Through Archives

Library Grants

Deadline: April 1, 2025 Do you want to collect and share important stories in your community, both current and past, but not sure where to start? Looking to start or grow a community archives project that needs funding and support? Apply to be one of 8 public library staff to participate in the University of Washington (UW) iSchool's Scaling Community Through Archives learning cohort.

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Ethical Marketing: Nonprofits’ Trust-Building Tool

NonProfit PRO

Tech can help expand your nonprofit's reach, but these tools carry ethical responsibilities. Here are some tips to ensure ethical marketing.

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