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February Cause Awareness: Black History Month

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February is Black History Month in many countries in the United States and Canada, an annual observance dedicated to honoring and acknowledging the valuable contributions of Black people in both nations. Woodson wanted to find a way to raise awareness of African Americans’ contributions throughout history.

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July Cause Awareness: Disability Pride Month

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That’s why every July in the United States, it’s important to observe Disability Pride Month! They provide many of their therapeutic programs and services at their clinic at the University of Memphis, and since their founding, they have helped over 5,000 children with developmental disabilities.

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6 Generations of Giving: Who Gives the Most and How They Prefer to Give

Nonprofit Tech for Good

It’s reasonable to focus on older donors, specifically members of the Silent Generation and Baby Boomers because together they account for almost 70% of total dollars given in the United States.* Religious institutions, universities, and healthcare charities tend to receive substantial contributions from this generation.

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Celebrate, Educate, and Fundraise: Planning Winning AAPI Heritage Month Events

The Modern Nonprofit

Embarking on Your AAPI Heritage Month Journey Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, celebrated every May in the United States, provides an important opportunity to honor the history, culture, and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

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Strategies to diversify nonprofit boards to yield success

ASU Lodestar Center

They have been brought to light in recent times, however, due to the changing demographics of the Unites States. Phase 1: Triple A’s - awareness, attitude and action. Developing awareness and sensitivity towards diverse voices is an initial step in the process, but not the easiest. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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Make This a More Inclusive Season of Giving: Tips for Diversity in Your End-of-Year Fundraising Appeal

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The data on year-end giving in general is motivating: More than 36% of donations are made in the last quarter, according to Blackbaud’s Charitable Giving Report , with donors in the United States making $2.7 million Muslims in the United States. billion in contributions on Giving Tuesday alone. There are 41.6 There are 3.5

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10 Nonprofits to Support on World Humanitarian Day

EveryAction

Founded by the United Nations , WHD advocates for the "safety and security of humanitarian aid workers, and for the survival, well-being and dignity of people affected by crises.". AIDS United. AIDS United seeks to end the AIDS epidemic in the United States. Cut poverty off at its roots. The Carter Center.

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