Hands-On Fundraising
APRIL 23, 2024
Are arts organizations different? I spent the better part of my nonprofit career at arts organizations. My love of theater brought me into the nonprofit world. So I know more than a little about raising money for an arts organization. Let me tell you a little story. One day I was talking with people at […] The post How to raise money for an arts organization appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 23, 2024
By Lisa Schohl Getty Images The number of donors using DAFs is growing fast, but it can be hard to find and cultivate them. Here's advice from several experts.
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The NonProfit Times
APRIL 23, 2024
The value of a volunteer hour in the United States during 2023 was $33.49, up $4.95 from 2020. It’s a 5.3% increase from 2022. The value is estimated from data collected in 2023, the figure illustrates the valuable and significant contributions volunteers make every day to support our communities and nation. In a state-by-state comparison and including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, Massachusetts had the highest volunteer value at $40.97 per hour, followed closely by Washington
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 23, 2024
An innovative giving approach aims to maximize good while indulging donor choice. Could it settle the debate over philanthropic pluralism? By Benjamin Soskis Getty Images An innovative giving approach aims to maximize good while indulging donor choice. Could it settle the debate over philanthropic pluralism?
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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.
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Blackbaud
APRIL 23, 2024
There are millions of wonderful nonprofit organizations working to make this world a better place. And as a grantmaker, you’ve had the privilege of supporting many of them. But on occasion, a person will make a mistake or doesn’t follow the restrictions for the grant. Or even more rare, a bad actor will intentionally try to impede your impact—either by posing as a grantee or by stealing from your grantee.
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Center for Effective Philanthropy
APRIL 23, 2024
The post Can Endowment Funding Advance Racial Justice and Equity? appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 23, 2024
“The Missing Middle: Part Four” report from Sea Change Strategies provided insights on the often neglected mid-level donor segment.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 23, 2024
Are scholarships that use race as part of their criteria a thing of the past? The short answer is “no.” By Jeffrey C. Sun and Charles J. Russo Are scholarships that use race as part of their criteria a thing of the past? The short answer is “no.” But based on a review of the 2023 Supreme Court decision and other precedent, such programs will have to pass a tough judicial test.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 23, 2024
Accidentally ended up in charge of the tech at your nonprofit? Us too, and we know it’s lonely and overwhelming. That’s why our course, community, and coaching transforms confusion to confidence! In just a few hours a week, you’ll learn to assess your tech, trust your data, solve team issues, and create a thriving digital culture. Because guess what, the solution to your nonprofit tech isn’t tech, it’s you!
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
My name is Natalie Lusk, and I’m a second-year student at FSU pursuing dual degrees in Studio Art and Philosophy. Ultimately, I seek to discern truths about the underlying structure of the universe through my research practice, which consists of assembling materials that relate strongly to my wonders and generating ideas during the time I spend engaging with those materials.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 23, 2024
Nonprofits are seeking to reverse job sector shortages, but this problem is complex and evolving. Here are some potential solutions.
Future Fundraising Now
APRIL 23, 2024
From Total Annarchy by Ann Handley here are some great and unusual writing tips that can help you move faster through the writing cycle, at 6½ Ways to Write Faster : Start with pen + paper. Writing is slower than typing. That’s why this tip works. I used to do this. I couldn’t write without a handwritten rough draft. After decades of trying, I’m able to skip that step now.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 23, 2024
Free Special Report to Q4 2023 Philanthropic Pulse Report Industry Trends to Shape Nonprofit Success in 2024
Candid
APRIL 23, 2024
In my last article , I examined some of the key findings from the latest CF Insights survey , conducted annually by the Council on Foundations to track trends in community foundation activity and growth. The data—looking at fiscal year 2022—showed that, although community foundation assets and fundraising revenues were both down from the previous year, grantmaking was up, demonstrating the resilience of community foundation giving.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 23, 2024
Free Guide to Landing Page for Success Put your mission on display
Greater Giving
APRIL 23, 2024
Celebrate and Empower: Volunteer Orientation for Your Board and Committees during Volunteer Week This Volunteer Week, let’s not only celebrate the incredible impact volunteers have on our organizations, but also empower our Board members and event committee members to be champions for volunteer engagement. Why is Volunteer Orientation Important for Leadership?
Instrumentl
APRIL 23, 2024
Discover essential strategies for effectively managing awarded grants with Instrumentl. Explore how our Awards View feature empowers you to stay organized, compliant, and proactive in meeting funders’ expectations. From strategic planning to maintaining strong relationships, let Instrumentl be your trusted partner in grant management success.
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
Welcome to my first blog post, my name is Nicolina Morra! I am a Studio Art major in the Bachelor of Fine Arts program, and I expect to graduate in the Spring of 2025. I am primarily an oil painter, and my work revolves around the idea that we are intimately connected to items that surround us, and that these things have the power to shape our identity and sense of self.
Instrumentl
APRIL 23, 2024
Discover hidden grant opportunities with Instrumentl’s Foundation Discovery tools. Learn step-by-step how to locate and connect with funders who may not have publicized their opportunities. Uncover thousands of dollars in grant money to secure funding for your organization. Let Instrumentl guide you to untapped resources!
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
Hello! My name is Erin Tilly, and I am currently a junior at FSU studying Biology and Environmental Science. Over the past year, I have had the opportunity to work with the Breithaupt BioGeoChemistry Lab on a project focused on assessing intertidal oyster reef functionality in Apalachicola Bay. I am honored to be a recipient of the 2024 Helen Louise Lee Undergraduate Research Award and for the opportunity to expand my current project!
Instrumentl
APRIL 23, 2024
Explore the importance of strategic evaluation when assessing grant opportunities with insights from an Instrumentl Partner Webinar. Join experts Amanda Day and Kimberly Hays de Muga to learn key considerations and techniques for aligning grant-seeking efforts with your organization’s mission and capabilities.
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
Hi! My name is Alexander Sarmiento and I am an undergraduate student majoring in biology with plans to enter medical school. I am a first-generation student and the son of immigrant parents who are both from a rural village called Santa Rita in Honduras. Growing up, my parents knew very little English, and because of this, my parents relied on me for practically every affair that involved speaking or writing in English.
Instrumentl
APRIL 23, 2024
Instrumentl offers grant consultants an all-in-one solution for client management. Streamline grant research, prospecting, and management in one centralized platform. Improve team coordination, deliver quality client work efficiently, and free up time to focus on building relationships and scaling your business.
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
Hello, my name is Sullivan Warren, but I go by Livi! This summer I am participating in three study abroad programs that focus on human rights and security & cooperation in Eastern Europe. The first program takes place in Pristina, Kosovo with an emphasis on human rights in Europe’s newest democracy. Then I travel to Dubrovnik, Croatia to study security & cooperation and present a research project.
Just Write Grants
APRIL 23, 2024
Picture this: It's Friday afternoon, and you're staring down a grant deadline. Panic sets in as you realize you're missing key program data and scrambling to rewrite your organization's history (again!). Sound familiar? Grant writing might be part of your job, but let's face it, with everything else on your plate, it probably doesn't get the focused time it needs.
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
Meet the Team! My name is Kelsie Fernandez and I am a second year student pursuing a dual degree in Humanities and English, with a minor in Communication. I became introduced to undergraduate research at FSU because of my enrollment in the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program through which I joined Dr. Irene Zanini-Cordi’s research project entitled “Culture, Conversations, and Social Networks in 18th- and 19th-century Italy” in the Fall of 2023.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 23, 2024
A champion of interfaith cooperation says "Bowling Alone" author Robert Putnam has answers to our crisis in loneliness. Yet no one is listening. By Eboo Patel AP Photo/Andrew Harnik Harvard University Professor Robert Putnam and President Barack Obama participate in the Catholic-Evangelical Leadership Summit on Overcoming Poverty at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., on May 12, 2015.
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
Hello!! I’m Eniyah Cineas, currently a first-year junior majoring in Criminology and minoring in political science and psychology. Born in Cincinnati, OH but raised in Tampa, FL. My summer experience is traveling abroad to London, England under a fellowship. While in London I will be mentored and shadowing various law firms while learning about a variety of laws and ethics.
Tom Ahern
APRIL 23, 2024
File under: "Are we relevant?" Solving your case. You've got a crisp mission statement, a startling vision of a better tomorrow, a flashy-pants strategic plan. What else could you possibly need to attract donors? Let's call it your "everyday" case for support. the one the public can easily, repeatedly stumble across and maybe relate to. Example: Where do people encounter your charity's "everyday" case for support?
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
My name is Zoe Orr, and I am an International Affairs major from Jacksonville, Florida. Over the summer I’m traveling all the way to Cordoba, Argentina to pursue a human rights internship with the Projects Abroad Program. My expectations for the experience are all positive. I know that the adjustment might be difficult at times but the work and overall environment will be incredibly fascinating.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 23, 2024
Free Guide to The Best Charity Golf Outing Games.
HSF House
APRIL 23, 2024
Hello, my name is Onyinye Grace Onyia and I am from Orlando, Florida! Over the summer I will be completing a STEM internship through Laverner Education and I will also be employed at Sampson Care in Daytona Beach, Florida. I expect to learn a lot through my experience interacting with my instructors and patients. I am excited to learn about the upkeep of a business during my time at Sampson Care, and about STEM during my internship.
DoJiggy
APRIL 23, 2024
Volleyball teams need money for equipment and gear, uniforms and apparel, travel expenses, tournament fees, coaching and training programs, and more. If fees are adding up for your team, you may need to turn to fundraising to help cover these costs. Welcome to the world of volleyball fundraising, where every great serve soars not just over the net but towards an impactful cause.
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