Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In theory, that sounds nice, but in reality, it’s a day when nonprofit organizations unleash an onslaught of transactional fundraising appeals by email, text, and social media. Whether you participate or not, Giving Tuesday is part of the nonprofit landscape and if you’re doing a year-end appeal, you’ll need to factor it into your campaign.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The Gold Avocado series showcases some of the very best content that Blue Avocado has for nonprofit leaders, based on overall popularity, reader response, and quality. We asked CPA Carl Ho , who works with dozens of small nonprofits, what would be the five most important, most do-able controls for small groups: 1.

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RBW Strategy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Thinking through the post-award experience from a pre-award vantage Picture this – you work at a nonprofit and have a big, audacious project that you are looking to get off the ground. What is your policy related to conflicts of interest? Start with the highest priority policies and then go from there. Were here to help.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 9, 2022

Since they are doing such amazing work, don’t allow policies that punish them, but look to reward, encourage, and celebrate them instead. Your people are your most important resource.

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Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

But it’s never a good plan when you are managing accounts payable for your nonprofit organization. Your nonprofit’s accounts payable policies create easy-to-follow guidelines to help provide that consistency. Effective AP policies support financial compliance, scalability, and operational efficiency.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Image from [link] Members of the American Medical Association (AMA) voted to support greater oversight of nonprofit hospitals and standardization of charity care policies so financial assistance reaches patients in need. Hospitals are eligible for nonprofit status, which exempts them from income, property, and sales taxes.

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Double the Donation

MAY 6, 2024

Gift acceptance policies are an essential but easily overlooked part of nonprofit management. To avoid touchy (and potentially damaging) donor relations and legal situations, it’s worth taking the time to study up on these policies and how to create […]

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GrantNews

JANUARY 20, 2025

GrantWatch supports nonprofits working to carry forward Dr. King’s legacy by offering a comprehensive database of grant opportunities, including nearly 700 grants for social justice initiatives. Environmental and Social Initiatives : Grants to USA nonprofits for environmental and social initiatives.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 18, 2023

Few topics have been as polarizing in workplace culture as return-to-office policies. From organizations embracing a new, work-from-anywhere era to those mandating a return to five days a week in the office, every solution has its supporters and detractors.

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Candid

JANUARY 9, 2025

I truly hope that nearly five years after the entire sector was forced to navigate office shutdowns, shift programs and services online, and streamline grant applications and reporting, I dont need to make the case that technology is central to philanthropic and nonprofit organizations mission and programs.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits are among the most sought-after grants, and for good reason. Another advantage is the huge variety of grants available, with opportunities open to nonprofits , businesses , and individuals both nationally and internationally. There are also no legal limitations on grant size.

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Planned Giving

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

But with stories of nonprofits experiencing unexpected major gifts happen all the time. Read on for a few simple steps to build or strengthen your gift acceptance policy. What is a Gift Acceptance Policy? Unusual major gifts like artwork, stocks, acres of land, or antiques may be offered to your nonprofit.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Nonprofits and grantmaking organizations are typically not known for being on the forefront of technology. According to a research report by Twilio, 58% of nonprofits are using AI as part of their communication, compared with 47% of B2C for-profit businesses. Meet your staff where they are. How much do they already know?

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Gail Perry Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

While most donors report that tax policy isnt the primary motivation to give to charity, this shows how tax policy still shapes generosity. Other Nonprofit Sectors : Experienced noticeable decreases in giving. We're entering a new era where understanding both tax policy and donor behavior will be more crucial than ever.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Nonprofit housing grants help individuals and families take a big step forward on the road to homeownership, offering financial assistance that makes the dream of a forever home more attainable. Enhance the Lives of Residents : Grants to nonprofits to enhance the quality of life.

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GrantNews

MARCH 12, 2025

For many, nonprofit programs become a critical lifeline, offering essential services like healthcare, financial assistance, and community engagement. Many nonprofits, municipalities, and agencies are stepping up to support our senior population. Funding is for advocacy projects that address policy issues.

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DoJiggy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Data privacy is a critical issue for businesses and organizations of all sizes, including nonprofits. Donors trust nonprofits with their personal and financial information, and it is the responsibility of these organizations to protect that trust. Here are some key reasons why data privacy is essential for nonprofits.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

With the right policies and strategies in place, your nonprofit organization can draw from your operating reserves during and after an emergency without putting future operations at risk. Want to learn more about operating reserves for your nonprofit organization? Check out our webinar with A.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Partnerships between nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies to boost workplace volunteering and community impact can create significant value for both parties. Here are five takeaways from the 2024 Civic 50 Report that nonprofit leaders can leverage to expand or initiate successful corporate partnerships: 1.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations. By Ben Gose Chronicle Illustration; Photo by Julia Schmalz Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations.

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GrantNews

MARCH 24, 2025

Power Up Your Nonprofit with foundation grants! With fewer restrictions, they provide nonprofits with greater flexibility in how funds are allocated. Additionally, foundation grants are available for nonprofits, businesses, and individuals at both national and international levels.

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2025

Following Hurricane Maria, CDP directed resources to local Puerto Rican nonprofits to ensure recovery efforts were informed by lived experience and local expertise. Our long-term investment in Houston nonprofits strengthened their ability to lead localized disaster recovery efforts from Hurricane Harvey through ongoing severe weather events.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

But as a nonprofit professional, you dont have to feel this fear regarding your organizations audits! Audits are actually essential to build a strong managerial and financial foundation for your nonprofit. In this guide, youll learn four key things you need to understand about audits as a nonprofit professional. Lets dive in!

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Secretary of the Treasury to designate a nonprofit as a terrorist supporting organization and yank its exempt status was tacked to the bottom of a bill in the U.S. Such a policy would disregard the Constitutional principle of due process, various nonprofit leaders told The NonProfit Times on background.

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GrantNews

MARCH 14, 2025

Despite recent concerns over policy changes, grant funding remains a priority. Because of this, nonprofit grant funding opportunities are available on GrantWatch to support essential programs. Nonprofit organizations can fill the gap to help diverse and emerging fields explore research, leading to new discoveries.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 25, 2024

Quorum and Axios announced a new integrated policy news and legislative tracking solution with premium news subscription.

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Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Are you wondering about the expected nonprofit trends for 2025? Grant writers must stay current on nonprofit trends to ensure efficiency and relevancy in the profession. As expected, one notable nonprofit trend for 2025 is a shift in management practices due to new technology. Good for you! GrantWriterTeam is here to help.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 11, 2024

As tax-exempt organizations expand rapidly, lawmakers and experts debate policies that could reshape the charitable landscape — from small local nonprofits to multibillion-dollar institutions.

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Candid

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A nonprofit is more like a public company than a private enterprise in that it’s governed by a board of directors as well as its executive team. That’s why setting up the board’s structures and bylaws with care is one of the most important things a nonprofit founder can do. How do I find board members?

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 3, 2025

If you’re reading this, you probably already know about the problems that nonprofits like yours are facing with their insurance: Rising insurance premiums, poor coverage from commercial insurance carriers, and in some cases, the loss of coverage altogether. Many of these nonprofits have never made a claim.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 25, 2024

Americans' trust in nonprofits is the highest it's been since 2020, a new survey shows. However, many don't believe nonprofits can be unbiased advocates for policy changes or voter engagement. By Stephanie Beasley iStock Americans' trust in nonprofits is the highest it's been since 2020, a new survey shows.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Here's how a gift acceptance policy can help. Imagine someone wants to donate a huge gift, but you’re not entirely sure how to accept it.

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GrantNews

JUNE 4, 2024

“Honesty is the best policy,” said every parent–ever. The database also contains thousands of grant funding possibilities that may apply to businesses, nonprofits, and individuals alike. It turns out, your folks were right, honesty really is the best policy. And it is especially true for grant writing.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2025

Just as we finally got our footing from a global pandemic and spinning up programs to support communities dealing with extreme weather events, now federal policy shifts have grantmakers and grantees alike scrambling. They are looking to their grantmaking partners for communication and transparency.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 17, 2022

In newer startup organizations, culture begins to take shape through experiences led by those at the top. The inaugural leader has their own vision and values they bring to the table, which the organization experiences over the long arc of time. Culture doesn’t happen on day five, day 50 or even day 500. .

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

When you work for a nonprofit organization, you dont hope for a period of unexpected demand or income fluctuations. Operating reserves provide a financial cushion to help nonprofit organizations weather economic uncertainty and make stronger strategic decisions. Still not sure if an operating reserve is right for your nonprofit?

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 18, 2021

Let your subscribers know your privacy policy. Check out the following resources for examples and guides, as well as a 30-minute training from copywriter Julie Cooper on writing your nonprofit’s email welcome series. Include links to your organization’s social media sites. Consider including a short survey.

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