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It Takes a Village: Using Peer-to-Peer to End Homelessness

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People often ask, “What’s the best way to end homelessness?” However, peer-to-peer fundraising is a great way to raise money for human services organizations and, more importantly, it’s a grassroots way to build awareness of the issues facing the unhoused community. 3 Successful Peer-to-Peer Events. The best part?

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2012 SXSW Interactive – #nptech Highlights

Amy Sample Ward

Last week I was down in Austin, TX, for the 2012 South by Southwest Interactive Festival. Hot Button Issues at SXSW: Kony and Homeless Hotspots. ” This is how Amber Case opened her 2012 South by Southwest Interactive keynote talk on Sunday, March 13th. At SXSW, there…. Crowdfunding Social Ventures at SXSW. Case, and her….

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5 Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2024

Nonprofit Tech for Good

A lot of time, effort, and preparation goes into ensuring end-of-year campaigns produce all the funds needed for organizations to sustain their important missions. Keeping donors connected with the mission ensures the best possible donor retention rate for an organization. December is an important month for nonprofit fundraisers.

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2012 SXSW Interactive Roundup

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Last week, I was down in Austin, TX, for the 2012 South by Southwest Interactive Festival. Hot Button Issues at SXSW: Kony and Homeless Hotspots. This is how Amber Case opened her 2012 South by Southwest Interactive keynote talk on Sunday, March 13th. At SXSW, there…. Crowdfunding Social Ventures at SXSW. We are all cyborgs.

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#GivingTuesday: Why I Am Participating in the National Day of Giving on November 27, 2012

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

These individuals undertook organizing, fundraising, and advocacy – activities that were once only in the control of nonprofits – outside the “control” of nonprofits. Free Agents still find creative ways to make a difference today. And that’s why I’m supporting Giving Tuesday. What about you?

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25 Global Trends in Giving That Nonprofits Need to Know About

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Organizations must invest in technology to stay relevant. 18% of donors worldwide have donated to a charitable organization directly through Facebook. Launched in 2012, #GivingTuesday has tremendous opportunity to grow into a global day of giving that could raise hundreds of millions of dollars for organizations.

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Key facts, figures, and trends among U.S. labor unions

Candid

The IRS recognizes 45,387 501(c)(5) entities, which include both unions and agriculture/horticultural organizations. Candid reviewed these organizations and found that 38,049 organizations—or 84% of 501(c)(5)s—are unions. [1]. Unions are primarily known for advocating for workers’ rights within specific organizations.

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