ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 8, 2011

Manager of Curriculum Design & Innovation, ASU Lodestar Center Working as a nonprofit professional in the current economic environment can be challenging — and sometimes discouraging. Jathan: We want all of our nonprofit partners and community advocates working towards a common goal: improving the lives of Arizonans.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 16, 2011

Disclaimer Wednesday, March 16, 2011 How my mother and AmeriCorps made me a better man posted by Michael Soto , 2nd Year Fellow – Public Allies Arizona / Arizona Citizens for the Arts Ever since I was a kid, I wanted to serve my country. I’ve given approximately 2,900 hours of work for America since 2009.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 23, 2018

The Lean Startup method teaches you how to drive a startup: how to steer, when to turn, and when to persevere and grow a business with maximum acceleration. the staff and board will determine how to incorporate the results into their daily work. It is a principled approach to new product development. Rationalize programs and services.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 24, 2011

Im lucky to live and work in downtown Chandler , a community with an active merchants association and a city that is very interested in creating a sense of place. This community works because we know our neighbors, because we look out for each other, and because, sometimes, we care enough to argue with each other. Central Ave.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 31, 2015

" As a mother of eight, including two children with special needs, Carr knew that "families with children that have special needs often can't afford basic programs such as sports, arts, dance lessons, or other services that many families take for granted. The program has also been extremely popular.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 19, 2011

This competition is working hard to encourage collaboration and highlight outstanding partnerships in our communities. By working together, youre boosting the potential of both organizations. By working together, youre combining your reputation with theirs, and youre also incorporating their public support and branding with yours.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

I have used DonorsChoose.org and it works! Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs In the process of doing so, I happened to stumble across the following short video about one of our forums keynote speakers, Charles Best. Central Ave.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 22, 2011

Nice work Kayla. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs Posted by ASU Lodestar Center at 12:57 PM Labels: annual forum , Arizona Grantmakers Forum , forum follow-up , Kayla McKinney 2comments: Sarah H said. Thanks for sharing!

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 27, 2011

Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs In my posts, Ive described only two of the five trends in this landmark study. American Humanics: An Elite Group Research Friday: Do you feel the force of the demo. Fear not, nonprofit professionals!

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 10, 2011

The ones that did not get the message are either working under a rock, willfully noncompliant, or closed up without telling the authorities. The fourth one is The Nations Missing Children, in Phoenix. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? I called them up, let the phone ring 10 times, and nobody picked up. They reported $1.2

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 29, 2011

A particularly big problem is Arizona's elephant, Banner Health, which we locate at just it's Phoenix address. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs Fear not, nonprofit professionals! All You Need is Love. Central Ave.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 15, 2011

Responses from NMI students and alumni reveal that 94% say NMI courses are relevant to their daily work. After reading your post, it seems like professionals already working in the field have also lacked training in this area and have benefitted from the NMI workshops. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? All You Need is Love.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

Not only is the Collaboration Prize the creation of the Arizona-based Lodestar Foundation, but Arizona is also home to many great examples of nonprofit organizations working together to be more effective and put their missions first. Congratulations to the 8 Finalists and best wishes to all nonprofits doing this challenging work.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 17, 2011

Once students complete the AH certification, which also includes a full-time, 600-hour semester as an intern, they have the tools and confidence necessary to begin working for a nonprofit organization and immediately make a significant contribution. I wonder, will their hard work create a better life for others? All You Need is Love.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 20, 2011

In summary, the Chair leads and reflects the Board with full commitment to the organization’s vision and mission; has an understanding of the essential legal, moral, and ethical responsibilities of the Board; and works through policy, guidance, and support. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Which is why I really like this blog, because it isn't just from "The ASU Lodestar Center," but is a mosaic of posts from the many people, staff, nonprofit professionals, students, keynote speakers, and others that comprise the diverse and multi-faceted work of the ASU Lodestar Center. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks?

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 25, 2011

The survey primarily says no : 23% of national respondents were comfortable talking about their working capital needs. About Nonprofit Finance Fund: Since 1980, NFF has worked to connect money to mission effectively, so that nonprofits can keep doing what they do so well. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Central Ave.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Or, how about this one: "Make sure these kids stay busy and have fun; but what we really need is for them to be successful in school, contribute at home, and work effectively with people from different cultures towards a better world." Everyone that works with a nonprofit CEO should read this report. Fear not, nonprofit professionals!

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 13, 2011

Disclaimer Wednesday, April 13, 2011 The cockroach under the refrigerator: scandal and malpractice in philanthropy posted by Travis Butterfield , Project Coordinator ASU Lodestar Center Ever since I worked with Laura Tan on editing her recent blog post , I have been thinking about the unintended effects that volunteer service can have.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 4, 2011

Disclaimer Wednesday, May 4, 2011 Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? To make matters worse, Charity Navigator seemed standoffish and unwilling to work with the field or adjust its approach despite some pretty obvious shortcomings in its methods. Thanks for the post and your valuable work with the overhead cost project.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 1, 2011

Strive to put a hammer in everyones hand, and get them connected with each other, working together. * I worked with a nonprofit several years ago, and we had the most success with donors when we actually talked to them. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? We need to find a way to just have coffee with people.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 18, 2011

Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs We believe both lists greatly help to orient and remind respondents of their voluntary action over the past year. American Humanics: An Elite Group Research Friday: Do you feel the force of the demo.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

Phoenix is considered one of the most entrepreneurial communities in North America for business innovation and performance, and Valley nonprofits also are doing innovative and impactful work, creating significant social wealth. It's exciting to see so much support and energy for the innovative work Phoenix nonprofits are doing.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

The following is a combination of results from analysis I conducted last year on the 50 Collaboration Prize submissions that related to mergers, as well as two case studies from recent church mergers in the metro Phoenix area. Instead we were looking for someone who was committed to downtown Phoenix and shared the same vision."

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 9, 2011

Not only by the work you're doing when you volunteer, but also by the example you set for those who see you doing so, including children. As a mom, I hope to teach my daughter about the importance of giving back to the community and take her to volunteer with me (when she is old enough) to different organizations. Central Ave.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 30, 2011

For part of this years ASB service, my group got to work at an after-school program for at-risk kids, ages 5-11, to help them with their homework. We were only at Beacon House for four short days, but after working hard with the kids, many of us got attached to our new friends. This is such a great perspective.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 5, 2011

I am always willing to give when I approached with an opportunity however, seeking out new organizations and giving to them on a regular basis has been time consuming for me in the past and with working and 19 credit hours, I find it difficult just to obtain the required career field exploration hours I have remaining. All You Need is Love.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 7, 2011

Fulton poses five examples of how innovators are working with these issues, trends that give rise to what she calls "the democratization of philanthropy." Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ 85004-0691 602.496.0500 An academic unit of the College of Public Programs Fear not, nonprofit professionals!

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 13, 2011

I encourage you to read over the report so that you can better understand how these trends work together to help you develop an even more meaningful and clear idea of the future of the sector. For years, we have tried to teach others about "cultural competency" through workshops. Can You Teach a Watchdog New Tricks? Central Ave.

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