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Building connections with funders as Black nonprofit leadersĀ 

Candid

Research has shown that Black nonprofit leaders face unique challenges , particularly in securing adequate funding for their organizations. A study by Candid found that nonprofits with Black CEOs are more likely to have smaller revenues than those with white CEOs. The narratives of M. Malone said.

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How to Make Sure Your Audience Understands You

Ann Green's Nonprofit

In nonprofit communication, organizations will overcomplicate things or use jargon and other language donors donā€™t understand. Yet, some nonprofit organizations are still using jargon in their donor communication. There are many reasons this doesnā€™t happen. Create a jargon-free zone One of the biggest culprits here is using jargon.

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Feeding a Need: New App Helps Youth Find Free Summer Meals

Tech Soup

And there's a new free mobile app called Range that helps libraries, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and others working with youth locate those free meal sites this summer. Department of Agriculture (USDA). " The same USDA study showed that 10% of U.S. Images: USDA , USDA , marietta.

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National Agriculture Week: Growing a Climate for Tomorrow

GrantNews

The Role of the USDA and the IRA Now, a word from the USDA: America’s producers are not only providing food, forage, and fiber for today – they are also investing in climate solutions that will ensure a prosperous agricultural future for generations to come. Equity is a component in all we do at USDA. It provides $3.1

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Grant Writing Tip: Using federal grants to fund building or purchasing/renovating a building

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*ā€”the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. FY ā€™23 grant awards ranged up to $10 million, with an average of $285,000, while direct loans ranged up to $98.6

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National Garden Month Inspires Gardening and Agriculture Grants

GrantNews

Thatā€™s one reason USDA hosted pollinators at the recent White House Easter Egg Roll and is distributing pollinator-friendly seed packets to the public donated by the Burpee Seed Co. Agricultural grants are a great way to ensure that farmers have the support needed to operate. Gardens are not just an oasis for people.

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Farming A Healthier Future: Agriculture Grants for Urban Farming

GrantNews

Department of Agriculture (USDA ) , there are four types of urban farming. Buy Food From Local Farmers – Support urban farmers by purchasing their products at farmers’ markets and locally-owned grocery markets Local Urban Farming Initiatives – Volunteer your time or donate to support your local farming nonprofits.

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