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Top 13 Grants for Wildlife Conservation Projects

GrantNews

Some of the most important work done by nonprofits and other organizations is protecting our natural environment and the animals who share our planet. In fact, wildlife conservation projects help protect the incredible biodiversity that sustains all life on Earth. Initiatives that safeguard endangered species, preserve natural habitats, and work to restore fragile ecosystems all share the same goal: to make a lasting impact.

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The Push to Give Nonprofits a Voice in A.I.'s Future — Before It's Too Late

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

With $73.5 million in grants this year, the McGovern Foundation arms nonprofits for a pivotal moment in artificial intelligence. By Sara Herschander Moor Studio, Getty Images With $73.5 million in grants this year, the McGovern Foundation arms nonprofits for a pivotal moment in artificial intelligence.

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Using Your Fundraising CRM Software to Its Full Potential

Blackbaud

As the senior manager of digital and data at the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation , Im always looking for new ways to eliminate friction between our organizations mission to prevent osteoporosis and my teams ability to realize it. In the past five years, we have exceeded expectations. Our first achievement: we no longer have duplicate records.

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Should Your Nonprofit Implement a Standard Four-Day Workweek?

NonProfit PRO

Is it time for nonprofits to implement a four-day workweek? A closer look at the research behind it, and what some organizations are trying.

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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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Ellen Finkelstein Will Serve as Hadassah's Next CEO

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Hadassah Hadassah named nonprofit leader Ellen Finkelstein as CEO and executive director. Also, a new CEO will take the helm of the Princeton Area Community Foundation in February, and the impact-investing expert Antony Bugg-Levine is joining Homium.

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Manage Uncertainty with Risk Management for Nonprofits

Wild Apricot

Learn the importance of risk management as a nonprofit, how to develop a plan, and best practices that will protect your mission.

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Think You Know the Nonprofit World? Take Our News Quiz

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Test your knowledge about MacKenzie Scott, donor-advised funds, celebrity giving, and more Illustration: Elizabeth Haugh/Getty Images Test your knowledge about MacKenzie Scott, donor-advised funds, celebrity giving, and more

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The Real Cost of Free Fundraising Software

OneCause

Discover the real cost your organization and supporters suffer when you choose "free" fundraising software over OneCause.

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The Capital Campaign Quiet Phase: What to Know to Succeed

Capital Campaign Pro

Capital campaigns are ambitious ventures, and looking at the whole campaign at once can make it feel overwhelming. However, the campaign immediately begins to feel more doable when you think about it one phase at a time. If you are embarking on a capital campaign, youll divide your work into seven key phases. The largest […] The post The Capital Campaign Quiet Phase: What to Know to Succeed appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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How to Plan & Host a Virtual Auction: Full Nonprofit Guide

OneCause

Virtual auctions are powerful events that can engage supporters, save you money, and exceed your fundraising goals. Start planning your own with this guide!

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Julián Castro on Supporting a Diverse Latino Community after Trump’s Win

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Castro discusses his vision for a thriving Latino community in the U.S., how philanthropy can enhance civic engagement and improve educational, health, and employment outcomes for Latinos.

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4 Ways to Unlock the Potential of Your Nonprofit Finance Team to Become World Class

Blackbaud

A good finance team will make sure bills are paid on time, reports are accurate, and the Board of Directors has access to the current financial statements. A world-class finance team will do all that and be a key part of your strategic planning, helping you identify opportunities and risks based on past performance and future scenario planning. A good finance team will help you stay where you are.

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5 Ways Nonprofit Fundraisers Can Treat Themselves in the New Year

Gail Perry Group

As the holiday season fades away and we step into a brand-new, fresh year, its time to reflect, reset, and recharge. For everyone in the nonprofit world, and especially people on fundraising teams, the end-of-year push can be emotionally and physically draining. Thats why NOW is the perfect moment to focus on self-care. Taking care of yourself isnt just a luxuryits a necessity to keep doing the selfless and transformative work that changes lives.

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Christmas 2024: Visions of sugar plum Fairies and Money for Nothing and Chicks for Free, but the specter of rescissions loom

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

Throughout the land during this Christmas season, children are having visions of sugar plum fairies, while favored nonprofits and businesses listen to Dire Straits Money for nothin’, chicks for free ” Still, the specter of recessions from the Trump administration lurks in the wings like the Ghost of Christmas Past. The Biden Administration is furiously pushing grant funds out in the remaining days of the Presidents term.

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