Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 6, 2024

Can you believe it’s August already? Time flies and soon it will be September. I know It’s hard to think about fall when it’s been sweltering in many parts of the world, including places where it’s usually not that hot. Even so, September will be here before you know it. I’m already starting to see ads for back-to-school sales…. If you’re doing a year-end fundraising campaign, the time to start planning it is now, hopefully in an air-conditioned space.

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Hands-On Fundraising

AUGUST 6, 2024

We’ve got work to do. I recently read a piece from Give.org, “Public Perceptions of Charity Impact.” In it, they refer to their recently released Special Donor Trust Report. And one of the findings left me with my head in my hands. Those with household income above $200k who report they know the meaning of […] The post Empowering donors: measuring impact appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

By Stephanie Beasley Robert Carter for the Chronicle/Getty Images In the four years since Scott started surprising nonprofits with unrestricted, multimillion-dollar gifts, a few details about her selection process have become known. Plus, see the rest of our new August issue , published online today.

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GrantNews

AUGUST 6, 2024

One-third of the food in the United States goes uneaten, and yet, countless American families are struggling with food insecurity. However, there is good news. It is now easier for nonprofits to access healthy, fresh food for those in need. How, you may ask? The Food Donation Improvement Act reduces liability for donors who make food donations. Because of this, new partnerships between nonprofits and businesses are being forged every day.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

The most talked about women in philanthropy don’t always take the same tack, but they have some core approaches in common. By Jim Rendon Illustration by The Chronicle; Getty Images and XOSE BOUZAS, HANS LUCAS, REDUX After leaving the powerful foundation she co-founded, Melinda French Gates is striking out on her own. MacKenzie Scott has given away more than $17 billion since 2019.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

The donations will more than double the size of three of the medical schools' endowments. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Joshua A. Bickel/AP Michael Bloomberg’s gifts are going to Howard University College of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, Morehouse School of Medicine, and Charles Drew University of Medicine & Science. He is also giving $5 million to Xavier University of Louisiana, which is opening a new medical school.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 6, 2024

Version2 launched with the goal of advancing the development of autonomous AI for fundraising in the nonprofit sector.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

By Maria Di Mento Photo by Jason S. Ordaz, Institute of American Indian Arts Unrestricted grants with few reporting requirements have boosted the reach and visibility of Indigenous organizations that report years of low funding and trust from established foundations and philanthropists.

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Future Fundraising Now

AUGUST 6, 2024

You can have all the facts that support your fundraising offer lined up like an army on the march, but you’ll hardly motivate anyone to give until you reach their hearts. Blame biology. We human beings make virtually all our decisions with our emotions. Then we circle back with our rational minds to either justify the decision or talk ourselves out of it.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

By Jim Rendon BRAC The philanthropist has made grants to more than 2,300 nonprofits. Thirteen have received more than one.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 6, 2024

Conquering the Playground: Fundraising Strategies for Schools (Every Grade Level) The world of education thrives on strong support. But let’s face it, fundraising for schools can feel like navigating a jungle gym. From bake sales to alumni galas, the “best” approach depends on your school’s age group. Here’s a breakdown of school fundraising needs, challenges, and winning strategies for every level: Elementary Schools: Building a Strong Foundation Needs : Technology

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

By Nicole Wallace Karl Schatz for Community Plate The nonprofit Community Plate teams up with local groups to organize story-sharing potluck suppers.

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DoJiggy

AUGUST 6, 2024

Medical research plays a crucial role in advancing healthcare, developing new treatments, and finding cures for diseases. However, conducting such research requires significant financial resources. Nonprofits and institutions dedicated to medical research often rely on fundraising efforts to support their projects. This blog will explore various medical research fundraising strategies, offer medical fundraising ideas, and highlight the importance of medical research crowdfunding.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

NYU's new Kohlberg Center on the U.S. Supreme Court will test whether judiciary reforms can rise above the political fray or just widen it. By Sara Herschander Craig Hudson for The Washington Post, Getty Images The public’s positive perception of the judiciary has deteriorated in recent years at the fastest rate of any branch of government. Above, the Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C.

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OneCause

AUGUST 6, 2024

The post AI in Fundraising: Essential Strategies to Boost Nonprofit Impact appeared first on OneCause.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

A housing market squeezed by vacation rentals is undermining attempts to find long-term shelter for survivors. By Gabriela Aoun Angueira and Audrey McAvoy, Associated Press LAHAINA, HAWAII Lindsey Wasson/AP Josephine Fraser, 22, who was born and raised in Lahaina, has moved with her family multiple times over the past 11 months after being displaced by the 2023 wildfire.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 6, 2024

Digital wallets are an easy, secure, and private way to pay online and in-app with mobile devices, making it as fast as possible to give donations. Organizations can also enable digital wallet donations for in-person events, so donors can give with just a tap of their smart device. From getting groceries to buying a new couch, digital wallets are used to make purchases everyday.

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Candid

AUGUST 6, 2024

I am an economist by training. But when my colleagues at the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and I established Lever for Change five years ago, we didn’t use any complex formula in setting our goal of mobilizing $1 billion by 2023. We wanted to be ambitious, be audacious, and grab headlines. A billion dollars, an order of magnitude greater than the foundation’s record-setting $100 million annual grant program , checked all those boxes.

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