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October Cause Awareness: National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. About National Domestic Violence Awareness Month In October 1981, the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence held the first “Day of Unity.” Over time, the day has evolved into a weeklong observance that is acknowledged at the local, state, and national levels.

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10 Tips for Better Grant Management Processes

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Tammy Knapp, CFO of National Math and Science Initiative , says, “I want people to understand the rationale, because then they can join us on this journey where we’re trying to improve what we’re doing.” Timely communication, staff education, and effective training are important to keep momentum. “If Learn the language and history.

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The “All In” Woman Philanthropist

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Women are drawn to an expanded definition of philanthropy, tapping into all their resources—not just money but also their time, expertise, advocacy, and networks—to support the causes they care about. Michigan Avenue. Women give broadly. What would our world look like if philanthropy went “all in” for women?

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This Week on Beth’s Blog: Stronger Grantmaking, Stronger Nonprofits, Stronger Results

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Stay tuned for a blog post about it. The GeoFunders National Conference takes place from March 12-14th. GEO’s 2012 National Conference will offer a range of perspectives and new ideas for smarter grantmaking that leads to better results and present opportunities for participants to learn from the wisdom and experience of their peers.

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Research Friday: Senior Arizona volunteers -- how do they stack up against the rest of the nation?

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Volunteers come in all shapes and sizes, and we in the nonprofit sector are thankful for their involvement any time we can get it. The Corporation for National and Community Service , using the Current Population Survey (CPS), reported that by 2020 more than 13 million older Americans will volunteer — a 50 percent increase.

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Celebrate National Volunteer Week April 27-May 3

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One of the things I've realized while doing the 29-Day Giving Challenge is that I "volunteer" a lot of free advice for organizations and individuals, but I haven't volunteered in my community for a long time. Maybe together we can start up again during National Volunteer Week April 27-May 3, 2008. How often do you volunteer?

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A Huge Thanks To Guest Bloggers from the Grantmakers for Effective Organizations Conference 2012

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A huge thanks to the small army of guest bloggers, grantmakers, who attended the GeoFunders National Conference taking place this week in Seattle and published blog posts to share their reflections and thoughts. Aaron Dorfman, Executive Director, National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy. Casey Foundation.

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