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Rising together: Supporting boys, men, and all communities 

Candid

The money from French Gates is mostly being disbursed through donor-advised funds (DAFs); in the spirit of helping boys and girls, men and women, my new DAF is called Rise Together. Moving beyond a zero-sum approach There’s an opportunity for more philanthropists to consider the unique challenges facing boys and men.

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Your Unrestricted Funds Need Stewardship, Too

Blackbaud

All in unrestricted funds with no reporting necessary. While nonprofits will hopefully see an increase in unrestricted funds—and a decrease in burdensome reporting requirements—as part of this and other movements, good nonprofit accounting principles still apply. What Are Restricted Funds? What are Unrestricted Funds?

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3 ways nonprofits can secure long-term corporate partnerships

Candid

As the daughter of a preacher, I know a thing or two about passing the collection basket. But the Beloved Benefit, now under Rodneys leadership at The Same House, doesnt just distribute funds; it creates long-term partnerships among civic leaders, grassroots organizations, and people with corporate expertise.

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Trusting community organizers to build a multiracial democracy

Candid

Fund, the San Francisco Foundation, and the California Wellness Foundation, have long partnered with power-building organizations such as Oakland Rising and statewide networks like PICO California. A number of funders, including The California Endowment, Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr.

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Pledges vs. Donations: Understanding the Difference

Pamela Grow

For example, are you soliciting monthly, recurring donations from donors, or collecting legacy donations from a donor who has passed away? On the other hand, a crowdfunding campaign that will fund some urgent need should solicit simple one-time donations instead. It’s especially easy when it has some kind of metric to base pledges on.

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How to Secure Sponsorships for Your School Fundraisers

Big Fundraising Ideas

Whether you aim to purchase new sports equipment, fund a class trip, or renovate the library, your fundraising efforts can gain a major boost through sponsorships. Be explicit about how much money you need to raise, how you plan to use the funds, and how it will benefit students.

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Maximizing your event marketing ROI: 4 Fundamental Strategies

Greater Giving

As a result, your nonprofit’s financial health often depends on your ability to recoup that investment through a successful marketing strategy that brings in ticket sales and donations. Marketing your event to everyone who passes you on a random street corner wouldn’t be the best use of your resources. Let’s jump in! Social media.