ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 3, 2017

To provide some relief for these steep rates, the federal government provided ways for households to reduce their taxable income. The charitable deduction is a vital nexus between the general public, the nonprofit organizations they support, and government policy. The war effort was thereby funded by wealthy families.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

Nonprofits, the fifth largest industry in Arizona, historically the recipient of a most generous donor base, now wear the burden of the downturn in the national economy. Responsibilities fell to the board of directors and executive directors to do something to save their organizations. Is this a job or a vocation?

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 1, 2011

Disclaimer Wednesday, June 1, 2011 How to Start a Nonprofit Organization: Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Make the Leap posted by Robert Duea , Professional in Residence ASU Lodestar Center and Pat Lewis , Senior Professional in Residence ASU Lodestar Center So, youre thinking about starting a nonprofit organization.

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Organization Arizona Proposal Philanthropy 86

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 6, 2021

Public policy at all levels of government has the ability to threaten the work of all nonprofits (National Council of Nonprofits, 2019). Notably, about 32% of nonprofit funding comes from government contracts and grants. Utilize volunteers, donors, and those passionate about the organization’s mission, as well as nonprofit networks.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 15, 2022

New York University professor Paul Light writes, “(Nonprofit) Employees are members of a first-rate workforce often employed in second-rate organizations with third-rate equipment.” Benefits like these can be the difference in recruiting and retention efforts, despite potential short falls elsewhere in the organization.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 20, 2019

. – Australian Government Department of Finance. Can you imagine if nonprofit organizations were able to operate this way? Can you imagine pitching to donors that “Yes, we will create social change, but it’ll take a few years to get there. But your transition into an organization that embraces risk does not need to be so overt.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 6, 2018

Honestly, whether you’re in nonprofit or for-profit work, remembering the reason you’re serving a particular group is vital to moving the organization forward. That’s why we recommend reviewing the mission, to be sure goals are aligned with the overall purpose of the organization. What will you do differently this year?

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Nonprofit organizations meant to support these communities have suffered a similar fate in the federal response while foundations try to fill the void. For these organizations, the balance of “money and mission” offered by social enterprise approaches was a promise fulfilled. funders, donors, beneficiaries) resources.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 12, 2019

There are some remarkable authors, like Peter Frumkin , who consider that a nonprofit brand is the principal asset of the organization. An effective brand can be a positive influence on an organization’s assets (human and financial). Why is building a strong brand important for them? Branding positive cycle.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 16, 2017

21, 2017, the transportation company Uber debuted a new self-driving car program in Tempe, Arizona. Self-driving cars are not science fiction; they are a reality on Arizona roads today and will only continue to become more prevalent as technology reaches its full potential. Uber self-driving cars arrive in Arizona in Tempe debut.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 19, 2017

Capacity building is not a one-time effort to improve short-term effectiveness, but a continuous improvement strategy toward the creation of a sustainable and effective organization” (National Council of Nonprofits, 2017). For many organizations, capacity building would fall into the “overhead” category.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 23, 2018

An approach that member-based organizations may consider from the private sector is Lean Startup, which provides a scientific approach to creating and managing startups in order to get a desired product into customers' hands faster. Overhaul the governance model and committee operations. Empower the CEO and enhance staff expertise.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 22, 2014

Other Board Members feel that their knowledge base or background is sufficient because they are bringing new skills to the organization. They do this by sharing their connection to the organization with others and once their passion oozes, it’s hard to stop this contagious feeling.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Protecting Arizona's Family Coalition. In the same conversation he lamented to me how much government funding he was losing because of state budget cuts for his core mission and programs. Sometimes, it’s a fear of losing a small-time donor while their largest donor is downsizing the agency. Schmaltz , ASU Lodestar Center.

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ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 3, 2019

To protect nonprofits and the general public, most states enforce certain compliance requirements on nonprofit organizations soliciting within their borders. Therefore, many organizations are faced with the specific reality of registration beyond its home state, often in multiple jurisdictions. The purpose of this post is twofold.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

To protect nonprofits and the general public, most states enforce certain compliance requirements on nonprofit organizations soliciting within their borders. Therefore, many organizations are faced with the specific reality of registration beyond its home state, often in multiple jurisdictions. The purpose of this post is twofold.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

PD is crucial to keeping the right people working for your organization. Second, better results for the organization as whole. When a nonprofit leader invests in the PD of their employees, it will have significant positive effects on fundraising and donor involvement. First, it helps with staff retention rates.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 30, 2012

I am a student in the Master of Nonprofit Studies program at Arizona State University and work for the ASU Lodestar Center. In addition to the organizations previously mentioned, in Arizona there are over 300 501(c)(3) charitable organizations with an international focus.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 11, 2017

Recent trends in philanthropic giving indicate that the new generation of donors has a high interest in ensuring that their donations generate outcomes (Flandez, 2012). Donors are becoming increasingly vigilant and have rising expectations of nonprofit agencies. The study of their combined narratives revealed several common themes.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

So, how do you, as a nonprofit organization, get me to help you? Not only are these gifts more accessible — regardless of age or income — they're habit-forming: transforming a small giver today into a major donor tomorrow.”. What makes microgiving so neat is how creative some of the organizations have gotten with it.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

The current narrative includes a person of little status, conducting menial tasks in hopes of gaining experience, letters of recommendations and potentially a permanent position with the organization. Although the laws may give rules and guidelines to follow, government entities and nonprofits are exempt.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 12, 2019

There are some remarkable authors, like Peter Frumkin , who consider that a nonprofit brand is the principal asset of the organization. An effective brand can be a positive influence on an organization’s assets (human and financial). Why is building a strong brand important for them? Branding positive cycle.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 18, 2016

Today we are highlighting the work of Thom Reilly , Director of the Morrison Institute for Public Policy at Arizona State University. Charity and government support remain crucial but are insufficient to address the magnitude of the task at hand. It may be time to rethink how these important social organizations are funded.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 29, 2014

It is not easy to pull this together for the national organization or the local campus. With help from so many donors again this year, 14 ASU students attended and soaked up all the experience had to offer. None of this would have been possible without the unwavering support of our donors. All I can say is thank you!"

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 10, 2011

Yesterday, they published the list of organizations that have lost their exemption from paying income tax due to failure to file required reports in 2007, 2008, and 2009. The list includes 4,025 with an Arizona address, including two-thirds (2,708) with the coveted charitable exemption. We welcome your comments and feedback.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 17, 2018

Charitable giving provides necessary support to nonprofits by providing vital services to communities, and the most giving by far comes from individual donors. Wealthy donors will likely be the ones who continue to itemize, thus be less affected by the new law as they continue to receive benefit for doing so. percent in 2018.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Question: I am the interested in starting a public charity, and I want to legally protect my influence and ability to control the affairs of the organization. Long answer: Public charities are an IRS designation of organizations that are organized and operated for exempt purposes. How can I do this? Short answer: You can’t.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 10, 2017

Qualitative yet empirically-based impact evaluation bridges the gap left by other evaluative methods providing the context of mission fulfillment for a nonprofit organization. Mr. Haines received his BA from Duke University (’91) and his Master’s in Nonprofit Leadership & Management from Arizona State University (’16).

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 22, 2011

Part of the problem is that so many organizations fall under the umbrella of "nonprofit," which is a big stew of everything that isnt a government agency or registered as a business. Nonprofit" includes member-serving organizations, as well as the public-serving ones that we usually associate with the term.

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

The end of the Guatemalan Civil War resulted in a flood of non-governmental organization (NGO) programs spreading across the country in the hope of helping desperately poor people gain everything from their human rights, to better health care, food and nutrition, and training in governance.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 3, 2013

Question: I am starting a nonprofit organization, and I need to secure our 501(c)3 status. Forming a nonprofit organization requires a great deal of organizational development, including defining your legal structure, enlisting a board of directors, clarifying your purpose and making plans for implementation and funding, among other things.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2011

Disclaimer Friday, April 15, 2011 Research Friday: What It Takes to Lead and Manage a Nonprofit Organization posted by Laura L. NMI students agree; however, they additionally rank high their interest in learning about strategic planning, board governance, grant writing, marketing, program evaluation, and social entrepreneurship.

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Tech Soup

JULY 1, 2016

These events, which are being organized in 60 cities across the globe, are friendly and accessible to all members of the community, no matter their level of expertise. Every month our global network of community organizers host Tech4Good events in more than 60 cities. Make Your Donor the Hero. Upcoming Tech4Good Events.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 2, 2017

This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and other awesome organizations. Phoenix, Arizona: Website Building 101: Quick and Easy Web Presence for Nonprofits. Seattle, Washington: What You Need to Know About Board Governance. Upcoming Tech4Good Events.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

I define AP as philanthropy that is primarily concerned with getting donors and supporters to pay attention to a certain cause. As a result, they often fail to notice organizations or causes that are not constantly in their faces in a flashy and memorable way. What are the implications of AP for nonprofit management and leadership?

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NTEN

APRIL 5, 2011

And, in Maryland, Georgia, Nevada, Arizona, New York, New Jersey, Mississippi, and Florida, the percentage of non-Hispanic whites has fallen below 60 percent. are already having and will continue to have a profound effect on organizations of all stripes and sizes. So What and Who Cares? The changing demographics of the U.S. Here's why.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 4, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations are focusing on how to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principals in their work to better serve their communities. Additionally, studies show that organizational effectiveness increases with a more diverse workforce, and culturally relevant organizations may increase staff retention.

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