The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 20, 2020

3 – Local Grantmakers’ Organizations Most major metropolitan areas, and many other locales have regional associations of grantmakers. Sometimes these organizations are comprised of funders across all mission areas, and other times they are composed of funders in a specific area, like the arts.

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DipJar

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Arts and cultural organizations are the sources of some of our favorite DipJar stories. Amy has spent more than 25 years in philanthropy, supporting organizations like her most recent position as associate executive director at the Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket. Arts, culture, and performance are all personal passions for her.

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Forum One

DECEMBER 8, 2021

The Davey Awards are sanctioned and judged by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts , a top-tier body of select professionals from the “Who’s Who” of acclaimed media, advertising, and marketing firms. Gold – Arts for Websites. Silver – Features, Art Direction for Digital Content. National Endowment for the Arts.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

She has served as the vice president and creative director of a national fundraising firm and chief development officer in arts and higher education. Benefactor Group is currently working with arts, culture, and educational institutions; human service organizations; the faith community; and others working to improve the quality of life.

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Forum One

JUNE 9, 2021

Organized by the International Awards Associate (IAA) , a group of industry innovators, creators, designers, and communications professionals deeply committed to recognize and honor the outstanding performance, talent, and effort of the best digital and creative professionals around the world. Canopus – Website for Art.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Note from Beth: I had pleasure of facilitating a panel discussion in October at the recent Grantmakers in the Arts pre-conference on technology and media with Rory MacPherson where I learned about some of the preliminary study result he discovered. Arts organizations are not alone in this. The question. What we learned: a snapshot.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

Think about local and regional acts, celebrities with connections to your area, and people you have connections to through Board members, supporters, and friends of friends. You could invite a few local acts to perform and offer a little something for everybody. Here are some ideas: Talent contest: Perfect for an arts organization.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

Artistic & Culinary Experiences Both art and food have a way of transcending differences, removing barriers, and rallying diverse groups around a common cause. An art festival where local artists can show off their pieces, explain their work to attendees, and donate a portion or all of the proceeds to your nonprofit.

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Forum One

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Forum One received seven awards in six categories in this year’s awards for Best Environmental Website, Outstanding Website, Health Care Standard of Excellence, Best Associations Website, Best Education Website, and Best Education Website. The Frist Art Museum. The ALS Association. Best Associations Website.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Indirect costs are the costs that cannot be associated with one program or service within an organization (i.e., When funders request your “project budget” or “program budget,” they are often requesting your direct costs—or the cost associated with offering your programmatic intervention. operating costs).

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

Corporate foundations — These foundations are associated with a company and will also have a 990 you can review. Larger funders will have newsletters, too, so make sure you sign up for newsletters associated with both your niche and funders at large. Corporate giving — This is simply giving by a company (but without a 990).

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Delve into the world of in-kind donations, exploring what they are and how they can significantly benefit nonprofits, especially for those new to the art of fundraising. Local businesses and individuals may be more inclined to contribute when they can offer their products or services, creating a sense of collaboration and shared purpose.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 18, 2013

In a panel hosted by TechSoup, representatives from four arts organizations discussed how they are using social media in new and innovative ways to market the arts. Michael DeLong, senior manager of online community and social media at TechSoup and managing editor at Emerging Arts Professionals , moderated the discussion.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) :: @ AARP. American Heart Association :: @ American_Heart. Americans for the Arts :: @ Americans4Arts. American Wind Energy Association :: @ AWEA. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People :: @ NAACP. National Parks Conservation Association :: @ NPCA.

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Qgiv

MAY 1, 2023

Exploring Asian and Pacific art is also a great way to delve into AAPI history. Look for nonprofits that serve your local AAPI community to make an impact closer to home or check out national nonprofits that serve the broader community throughout the country. You can even visit virtual museums or look up educational resources online.

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CauseVox

MAY 25, 2021

Organizations all across the country planned and delivered virtual art lessons, science experiments, expert seminars and tours to engage visitors and members online. To maintain compliance with local COVID regulations and make visitors feel safe at your site, you may choose to institute universal timed ticketing for all of your admissions.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Summer’s social ambiance, characterized by people wanting to enjoy outdoor events and immerse themselves in their local community, can boost your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts. Encourage local businesses to sponsor the event or donate supplies to help cover costs.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Parker, a Seneca Indian who worked as the director of the Museum of Arts and Science in Rochester, N.Y. Then, in 1915, the Congress of the American Indian Association met in Lawrence, Kansas, to formally approve a plan in regards to American Indian Day. The earliest efforts were led in the early 1900s by Dr. Arthur C.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 6, 2021

She has served as the vice president and creative director of a national fundraising firm and chief development officer in arts and higher education. Benefactor Group is currently working with arts, culture, and educational institutions; human service organizations; the faith community; and others working to improve the quality of life.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The Association of Fundraising Professionals International Conference (AFP ICON) This is one of our favorite conferences. See if your state, local, or regional AFP branch is hosting a reception! You’ll meet up with fundraisers from your area and make valuable local connections.

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Candid

OCTOBER 11, 2022

For instance, some focus on the performing arts or the environment, others restrict their work to certain geographies. This will ensure your project complies with all local, state, and federal regulations. The National Network of Fiscal Sponsors (NNFS) is a leading fiscal sponsor association. Determine your needs.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

It was then that I began working at a local art museum as a volunteer. I was assigned to the art school to track art classes and enrollments, and to work on reporting and making sure records were polished and current. When I look back, this was one of the most sophisticated fundraising programs in Texas!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

This post was cross-posted from the Knight Foundation Blog and written by Jessica Hodder who is the digital communications associate for Knight Foundation. Organizers also added a new event at Marlins Park the day of the event to engage local residents. Give Miami Day raises record $5.2

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

Unlike Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF on Halloween or the Salvation Army and Toys for Tots at Christmas, there is not a ubiquitous association of Mother’s Day to any particular cause or organization. Work with local wineries or shops to have wine and refreshments donated for your event, then charge by the tasting. Card Service.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

We want you to learn to master the art and science of fundraising so you can raise the money you need, whenever you need it. The local restaurant wants to host a chicken wing night and donate 20% of all sales to your nonprofit! Remember, there’s an opportunity cost associated with everything you do. Has this happened to you?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Last week, I was honored to host a virtual roundtable for a small group of nonprofit marketing and communications executives on The Art of Storytelling & Brand Identity. Harold led an exercise that challenged us to find ways to be more intentional with our storytelling. Here are my top five insights from that discussion.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The Davey Awards are sanctioned and judged by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts , a top-tier body of select professionals from the “Who’s Who” of acclaimed media, advertising, and marketing firms. SILVER – Virtual & Remote Experiences-Arts & Culture for Virtual & Remote. SILVER – Association Website.

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Association TV

JULY 29, 2022

Today, we’re going to talk about the three major categories your association — and really any business — can optimize to make a kick-ass workplace. This category covers the look, feel and operation of your association. Local businesses became national. How to make your association a kick-ass workplace. Corporate Culture.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The W³ Awards are sanctioned and judged by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA) , an assembly of leading professionals from various disciplines of the visual arts dedicated to embracing progress and the evolving nature of traditional and interactive media. Gold – Association Website. AARP Livability Index.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

The W³ Awards are sanctioned and judged by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA) , an assembly of leading professionals from various disciplines of the visual arts dedicated to embracing progress and the evolving nature of traditional and interactive media. Gold – Association Website. AARP Livability Index.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 11, 2022

Materials You Need to Recruit Corporate Sponsors Finding sponsors requires a little art and a little science. Where to Find Corporate Sponsors Don’t get a list from the local chamber or business association and send everyone a letter asking for a sponsorship. Personal contacts are CRITICAL in securing sponsorships.

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Michael serves on the board of Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art in Chicago where he lives. Additionally, Rebecca is a digital mapper for the Tanzania Development Trust mapping rural Tanzania to aid the work of local anti-FGM activists. michael.sullivan@thegivingblock.com [link].

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Michael serves on the board of Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art in Chicago where he lives. Additionally, Rebecca is a digital mapper for the Tanzania Development Trust mapping rural Tanzania to aid the work of local anti-FGM activists. michael.sullivan@thegivingblock.com [link].

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Museum 2.0

JANUARY 4, 2010

Wikipedia Loves Art, Take One The first version of Wikipedia Loves Art first took place in February 2009. Museums used these thematic lists to develop scavenger hunt lists to distribute to participants so that they might find art objects to illustrate Wikipedia topics like "Roman architecture" or "mask."

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For this fundraising event, you’ll need to team up with a local paint and sip store like Pinot’s Palette or Painting with a Twist that’s willing to paint it forward with a percentage of the night’s proceeds going to your cause. To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e. Trivia Night. come judge the contest.

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Care2

MAY 20, 2012

Some associations are very good at figuring out the key activities of their members, and developing services around them. For example, The Texas Trial Lawyers Association developed a centralized deposition service, which now reaches over 85,000 lawyers and generates revenue for each member association.

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Museum 2.0

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Schools and other arts organizations are rising to the challenge. Artists and arts organizations are contributing their spaces and their creative energies. Could your director or other senior staff join local initiatives on this topic? Museums are a part of this educational and cultural network. What should be our role(s)?

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