Hands-On Fundraising

JUNE 11, 2024

Feeling stressed? In the United States, recent polls found that 70 percent of American workers consider their workplace a significant source of stress, whereas 51 percent report job stress reduces their productivity. (via PsychCentral) Do we have to choose? A while back, I read this article in the New York Times by Anne-Marie Slaughter about […] The post Your work or a life: a painful choice no one should have to make appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

JUNE 11, 2024

I believe one of the most important aspects of communication (written and verbal) is to make sure your audience understands you. There are many reasons this doesn’t happen. In nonprofit communication, organizations will overcomplicate things or use jargon and other language donors don’t understand. Some people like to show off their big vocabulary or only think about things from their perspective.

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RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

Untangling the New Uniform Grant Guidance It’s the news that all our grant enthusiasts and compliance champions have been waiting for – the new Uniform Grant Guidance has been issued! While the updates won’t go into effect until October 1st, it is important to know about these changes and how they impact your organization. We’ll start by discussing the “why” of these changes, why the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) decided to make them now, and how they align with larger changes happ

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 11, 2024

Philanthropy needs to emerge from its defensive crouch and unleash a bold and creative response to DEI attacks. By Gara LaMarche Amy Elting, Unsplash Philanthropy needs to emerge from its defensive crouch and unleash a bold and creative response to DEI attacks.

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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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CharityHowTo

JUNE 11, 2024

Curious about the phenomenon behind TikTok's rise? Explore how your nonprofit can leverage its principles of authenticity and engagement to heighten impact. Plus, learn about Gather Voices, an innovative tool that empowers nonprofits to harness the authenticity of user-generated videos. Read on to uncover the secrets of digital storytelling in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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JUNE 11, 2024

Former employees from Epsilon, a data management company, were found guilty of multiple federal fraud charges.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 11, 2024

As a former admissions director, I know firsthand the hard work and expense associated with getting candidates to consider your school. At the outset, it is essential to craft the right message to convey your mission and values. Then you need to identify the right students and deliver that message to those families at the right time using the right marketing channels.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 11, 2024

A record number of bills last year censored school curricula, targeted trans athletes, and weakened protections for LGBTQ people, but funding for those groups actually stagnated despite progress over the previous decade. By Sara Herschander The Washington Post via Getty Images As donations dip across the charitable sector, advocates say it couldn’t be coming at a worse time for LGBTQ nonprofits fighting to preserve their hard-won gains — and bulwark civil rights in the process.

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GrantNews

JUNE 11, 2024

It’s summer but teachers are still hard at work creating lesson plans for the next school year. It just makes sense. Something else that makes perfect sense is the pairing foundations with education. Educators all over the country are reaching out to various foundations to become learning partners in their classrooms. The reasoning behind this decision is that by allowing foundations to bring their knowledge and passion for community into the classroom, children get real-world, hands-on ex

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 11, 2024

The report from the Association of Fundraising Professionals also found that women fundraisers earned 21 percent less than their male counterparts. By Jim Rendon The report from the Association of Fundraising Professionals also found that women fundraisers earned 21 percent less than their male counterparts.

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 11, 2024

A Standout Grant Proposal is a must! Securing grants is vital for nonprofit organizations, yet crafting a proposal that stands out amidst stiff competition presents a significant challenge. To enhance the likelihood of success, it’s crucial to create a proposal that is both clear and persuasive. GrantWriterTeam has insider information on how to make your grant application really pop!

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

This post was initially published on MEBO Blog: Systemic Malodor Disorders Research. Hello MEBO Community, Our names are Megan Perusse and Lucas Bonassi, we are third year undergraduate students at Florida State University, and we are the co-leads for the 2024 FSU iGEM team. We just wanted to reach out and update the community on the 2024 project. Each year, the iGEM team consists of new members, and those new members select a new project topic to focus on.

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The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 11, 2024

Data transforms nonprofit marketing and fundraising strategies; by incorporating real supporter information, you can personalize your campaigns and build genuine relationships with your donors. However, when your data is isolated in different systems, it can be difficult to generate useful insights. These isolated systems are called data silos, and they can prevent your team from unlocking key trends among your supporter base—limiting your outreach progress.

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Qgiv

JUNE 11, 2024

For nonprofits in close-knit communities, community-centric fundraising (CCF) may be a more effective fundraising approach than other methods of fundraising. Because CCF focuses more on community well-being instead of raising money for individual organizations, it provides an opportunity for the community to provide mutual support for each other to grow stronger together for sustainable solutions that each nonprofit is trying to solve.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

JUNE 11, 2024

When nonprofits are supported by funders to prioritize well-being, they can enhance resilience, organizational sustainability, and impact.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 11, 2024

Beat the Heat and Fundraising Goals with Vacation Auction Packages Summer is here, and with it comes the sizzling pressure to keep your fundraising hot! We at Greater Giving know you’re always looking for innovative ways to engage donors. This year, why not ditch the silent auction knick-knacks and offer something truly unforgettable: luxury vacation auction packages!

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

JUNE 11, 2024

People working for social change operate in chronically stressful, under-resourced environments. Constant pressure can take a toll on the mental and emotional well-being of nonprofit staff, who can identify so […] The post Enhancing Grantee Well-Being Leads to Long-Term Impact appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

Hello again! I’ve recently had the pleasure of meeting with the Director of Philanthropy at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, Dan Samuels. Through this meeting, I learned about how the bank receives and maintains funding, where the food goes, and all those that the bank is able to feed. Through our conversation, I also learned of how the COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted Central Floridians in a multitude of ways.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 11, 2024

In the world of grant writing, collaboration and community can significantly enhance your journey towards securing funds and making a difference. The process of finding, writing, and managing grants can be daunting, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Building a supportive grant writing community is key to sharing knowledge, gaining new insights, and achieving your goals.

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

I have made it to Dubrovnik, Croatia for the start of my second study abroad program! Some structural inequalities I have become more attuned to during my travels in Eastern Europe are gender, educational, and economic disparities. Some social conditions that exacerbate these inequalities are the masochistic society, a history of conflict between ethnic groups and religions, and a lack of industry development. and opportunity.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 11, 2024

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) board of directors has selected Kurt Erik “Kurtis” Lindqvist as the next ICANN president and chief executive officer (CEO). Sally Costerton will continue to serve as interim president and CEO until Lindqvist takes over. Lindqvist has more than 30 years of experience in the business development of internet service providers and worldwide network carriers, as well as experience in the ICANN community.

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

Dear fellow research enthusiasts, As I dive deeper into my summer research journey, I find it important to look back on the surprises and problems I’ve faced. Good planning is crucial for any research project, and mine is no different. My project, “Exploring the Impact of Solitary Confinement on Recidivism and Social Outcomes,” has had its fair share of challenges and successes.

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Double the Donation

JUNE 11, 2024

The nonprofit sector is highly dynamic, and whether it’s philanthropy or marketing, everyone wants to know what’s the next big thing. While no nonprofit can predict the future, and sudden world events, economic shifts, and technological advancements can suddenly rock the boat, nonprofits that do see what’s coming are better prepared to navigate challenges and act on opportunities.

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

Nearly a third of the way through summer, I have nearly completed my first two paintings! Having started the break with the first half of my investigations done and my compositions selected, I gathered my materials, set up my oil paints on my hometown porch, and jumped right into production mode. Audrey Lendvay, Studio Art major For reference, here are the two images I started with.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 11, 2024

AmeriCorps announced a new rule to make service more accessible to underserved individuals and communities.

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

Already, I have been surprised by how the results of my research have begun to guide changes to the form of my project. Since my last blog post, I have spent the most time developing a small program that generates frame looms for weaving that have varying, random characteristics, which may end up becoming the focus of my finalized works. I have become increasingly interested in understanding an interplay between pattern and randomness as the force that shapes all systems.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

JUNE 11, 2024

People working for social change operate in chronically stressful, under-resourced environments. Constant pressure can take a toll on the mental and emotional well-being of nonprofit staff, who can identify so […] The post Enhancing Grantee Well-Being Leads to Long-Term Impact appeared first on CEP (Alloy 2024).

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

Hello again! A lot has happened since my first blog, and I am excited to share both the triumphs and challenges I’ve encountered along the way. Nicolina Morra, Studio Art major One of the biggest surprises so far has been adjusting to a new summer schedule. With the semester over, I naively thought I’d have more free time to dedicate to painting. However, I quickly realized that without the structure of my usual academic routine, staying disciplined with my art practice was more difficult than e

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DoJiggy

JUNE 11, 2024

Wondering how to effectively request donations for your nonprofit on Facebook? Social media is essential for nonprofits to connect with their community, raise awareness, and boost fundraising activities. With its massive user base of over 3 billion people worldwide, Facebook stands out as a particularly powerful platform for these efforts. However, maximizing Facebook for fundraising requires a strategic approach.

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

During this summer semester I have been journeying to Thomasville Georgia in order to go through the different criminal records which details different criminal trials and proceedings that took place in Thomasville during the 1900s. The goal of my research is to determine whether racial disparities existed within the adjudication process of judges during this time period.

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Candid

JUNE 11, 2024

Every day, it seems we see yet another sign of our democracy in decline. The ongoing erosion of democratic norms and institutions disproportionately harms BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) and immigrant communities, who are underrepresented at the polls and in the halls of power. In the face of extremist violence and escalating threats, it can be difficult, if not overwhelming, to contemplate what we as funders can do to protect and sustain American democracy.

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HSF House

JUNE 11, 2024

Since moving to Houston and immersing myself in the vibrant Third Ward community, I’ve become increasingly aware of the structural inequalities that permeate this area. The Third Ward, while rich in culture and history, faces significant disparities in access to quality education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Many residents struggle with inadequate public services and infrastructure, which starkly contrasts with the more affluent neighborhoods nearby.

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