GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Competition for children and youth, ages 5-24, to present solutions to global clean water challenges. Utilizing emerging technology, finalists will write and present a one-minute pitch video for their solution to improve the efficiency of water sanitation. Competition for Global Clean Water Solutions!

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Register Now The post Blue Avocado Presents: Copyright Concerns for Nonprofits – Live Q&A appeared first on Blue Avocado. This is your opportunity to ask questions and get answers about safeguarding your creative works and upholding ethical standards. When you register, please submit the questions that you would like addressed.

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Candid

AUGUST 6, 2021

They present truths and lessons from the past that catalyze hope, make sense of the present, and help us imagine and build more equitable futures. "Cultural change is needed to achieve long-term advances in justice and equity, making the role of transformational storytellers all the more important," said Mertes.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As we assess the distribution of wealth in our society, and what a fair system would look like, we need to consider this: A situation where the nonprofit sector in its present form cannot exist without the ultra-wealthy is one where it is in danger of collapse. But we need to prepare now.

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

Generative AI technologies have made it possible for users to transform raw information—quickly and easily—into a presentable and readable form. Comments from these funders tended to say they have not yet discussed the matter or have not yet established an official policy about AI-generated applications.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Create a Volunteer Engagement Policy Remember that volunteers are donors (of time, talent, and often financial support), but not all donors are volunteers. Ideally, you should have a volunteer engagement policy developed by management, key (active) volunteers, and leadership. It is a special relationship. Authors Barbara L.

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DoJiggy

MARCH 19, 2025

They lead staff, guide students, and implement policies that make learning safe and enjoyable for everyone. Host a Schoolwide Assembly Organize an assembly featuring performances, speeches, and student-led presentations dedicated to your principal. Create a memorable moment by presenting them with a plaque, trophy, or custom gift.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 18, 2024

These challenges, however, present opportunities for innovation and positive change, including increased collaboration among funders, a focus on community-driven solutions, and a willingness to engage in difficult—and meaningful—conversations about privilege and power.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The theory hypothesizes that if all three segments of the trianglerationalization, opportunity, and incentive/pressureare present, a person is highly likely to engage in fraudulent activities. Effective internal controls along with comprehensive policies and procedures help reduce the opportunity for a fraudster to succeed.

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Candid

JULY 22, 2024

It requires our workplace policies and culture combined to support the career trajectories of future leaders and CEOs with disabilities. People with disabilities represent a small but present proportion of board members The report notes that people with disabilities hold a small but visible presence on nonprofit boards. “The

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Strategic Grants

AUGUST 22, 2024

“Ultimately, our role as the independent regulator is to implement policy which is set by government. Presentation by National Strategy Director, Zac Reimers. “In the meantime, we’ll continue to support a culture of giving, especially through our Charity Register. Hosted by Volunteering Australia CEO, Mark Pearce.

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ProposalPRO

AUGUST 31, 2021

Do you know how to present your program so that reviewers score it highly? PRO Tip: Learn the best way to respond to a grant by studying the agency issuing that grant - its mission, policy goals, and types of grants it awards. You read the NOFO, but do you know what it means? Experienced proposers do.

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The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Think tanks are known for their research functions, but their public information and policy change roles are equally vital parts of their operations. Because think tanks often influence public policy – for nonprofits and commercial entities – funders often seek to invest in them.

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The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The report presents analysis of generosity as expressed in everyday volunteering and giving. There are also nine recommendations that call leaders across the nonprofit, funder, business and policy sectors to take action to protect and promote the future of generosity.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

I got the chance to present on a panel with three other people in an information session hosted by the U.S. " It was all about how policy decisions on handling e-waste could improve the economy via environmental stewardship. What Policy Makers Want and What I Advocate. Our latest opportunity was on February 13 2013.

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Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

With good training, clear reporting, and a little patience, you can help your nonprofit Board members understand the difference between the GAAP results your accounting team needs and the non-GAAP results presented by other areas of the organization. What is GAAP and Why Is It Important for Nonprofits?

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Strategic Grants

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It is a great one to not only discuss at the macro, whole of society level, but also at the micro, internal level, when presenting your mission to prospective donors, whether they be individuals, corporates, government or philanthropic entities. The partnership with government is critical for policy change. We love this question.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

Perhaps not every organization can be as optimistically trusting as HubSpot, but you can help build that trust by creating social media guidelines or policies for employees. Idealware explains how to do just that in a handy article that includes links to its policy templates and workbook. social media Twitter social media policy'

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Blackbaud

MARCH 15, 2024

There are short-term outcomes (cleaner beaches, better access to childcare); intermediate outcomes (boosting awareness, changing policies); and long-term outcomes (preserving the environment, improving society). How do you present nonprofit outcomes? Outcomes : The effect of an activity on your mission.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 25, 2023

It’s true; this statistic presents a harsh reality. Right now, thanks to organizations like The National Institute of Drug Abuse ( NIDA ) and others, drug policies are changing. These programs establish evidence-based policies and practices to address the health and social challenges connected to substance abuse.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

One nonprofit leader shared six lessons learned from a bad board experience organizational policies to help your nonprofit set expectations, prevent dysfunction, and avoid a laundry list of problems. It presents a serious and systemic problem but it doesnt dwell on hand-wringing and finger-pointing.

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Candid

JULY 5, 2023

Employers, including Candid, pivoted by shipping equipment to staff, adjusting remote work policies, and reconsidering how work gets done. Delivering feedback remotely presents unique challenges. As of March 2020, I had never worked from home—not for a single day. COVID-19 abruptly changed that.

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GrantNews

MAY 22, 2024

A serious issue is plaguing our society at present. Finally, structural stigmas refer to the policies and institutions that knowingly or unknowingly present obstacles for people with mental challenges. It has to do with the stigmatism attached to mental health. This includes limiting access to health care and funding.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Each element is vital to presenting a compelling case for funding. It is advisable to discuss payment terms upfront and inquire about any guarantees or policies regarding refunds or satisfaction. Evaluation Plan A strategy for assessing the project’s effectiveness and outcomes.

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HSF House

AUGUST 7, 2024

This plays a prominent role in understanding and addressing the issues of fairness and equity in public policy. Insights acquired from studying racial disparities can further assist in informing the development of policies aimed at reducing bias and promoting equal treatment under the law.

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HSF House

JULY 16, 2024

This plays a prominent role in understanding and addressing the issues of fairness and equity in public policy. Insights acquired from studying racial disparities can further assist in informing the development of policies aimed at reducing bias and promoting equal treatment under the law.

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GrantNews

JULY 18, 2024

Do You Have a Social Media Marketing Policy? If you don’t have a social media marketing policy, get one. This policy acts as a code of conduct, outlining how staff, volunteers, and members should present themselves on social platforms. A well-crafted social media policy protects everyone involved.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 6, 2024

As a leader, you both set an example through your own actions and by influencing organizational culture and policies. You are in a position as a leader to advocate for policies that support staff development both in tangible financial ways such as learning and development budgets and by creating favorable conditions.

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Candid

DECEMBER 23, 2021

I distinctly remember one blue ribbon panel of policy elites in which the secretary of the sponsoring organization, who came from Brazil’s historically discriminated Northeast, looked at Franklin Thomas and Susan Beresford, and said: “Do you mean to tell me that man and that woman are the two most powerful people in the Ford Foundation?

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Candid

JANUARY 24, 2022

But to read time and again how a nonprofit is devastated by recent news or policy changes gives us some pause. For many that use it, it could just be a bad habit—they know they’re supposed to pause during presentations and the like, and this is their pause signal. That’s why I suggest you stop using the term altogether.”

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Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2010

European Foundation Week Session: Science and Technology Partnerships with Africa: Opportunities for European Foundations – presented by the South African Department of Science and Technology, as part of the European South African Science and Technology Advancement Programme , 31st May 2010. read more.

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Tech Soup

JULY 2, 2014

Learn how to craft a BYOD (bring your own device) policy, set up a virtual office, cut the wire to work from anywhere, and adopt remote work strategies to support your cause and staff. This webinar is part of a four-part Mobile Impact webinar series, presented by TechSoup, BetterWorld Wireless, PayPal, GuideStar, and Network for Good.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 22, 2024

Complete the application in ninety days, and we will present your proposal at the next board meeting.” What you do next is entirely dependent on the policies and procedures that your organization has put in place for your development team. Create philanthropic policies that incentivize partnership. Is this a grant? Yes, or no?

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 6, 2023

In this article, our author uses her experience as a trainer and coach with more than 2,000 managers, direct service staff, board members, and other volunteers to present a 6-pointed, human-centered approach that supervisors can use to fix the performance appraisal process.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Here are some highlights and insights from her presentation. However, Cynthia Adams presented some interesting numbers showing that private foundation grants are not the entire picture. It provides daily reporting and analysis on trends in state policy. Download the presentation and MP3 recording at no cost here.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 7, 2010

Panelists representing the corporate, public, foundation, and NGO sector presented both the opportunity and challenges of current entrepreneurship policies in Europe not only to create a more competitive Europe and enable growth but to also provide meaningful solutions to serious social problems. read more.

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Blackbaud

MAY 16, 2024

The sheer volume of data, in its diverse and often incompatible formats, presents a significant challenge. Data Management Best Practices: From Chaos to Clarity With that foundation on the importance of data governance, the next step is applying it through strong policies on how your data is accessed, updated, stored, and archived.

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