Tech Soup

OCTOBER 4, 2013

Find the first installment of this series, Developing a Grant Project here , the second installment, Researching government funders here , and the third installment on researching foundations here. Michigan State University's list of service clubs and civic organizations that provide funding. Research Grant Guides.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 16, 2012

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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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 12, 2012

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. Stay tuned for a blog post about it.

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

So, while there are a few global and national options below, most are targeted to their communities. Grant research tip: When searching for grants, using geography is an effective way to target funders. Areas served: Grand Rapids/Michigan. Start small and work your way out. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2014

In 2004, Joaquin began the National Public Lightpath, advocating high-speed, fiber-optic network as the next generation of the Internet. In that capacity, she developed Philanthropedia’s methodology, ran all research efforts, and streamlined the research process to produce a scalable product. Erinn Andrews.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 20, 2017

Source: Pew Research Center ]. This next example is Panda Nation from our friends at World Wildlife Fund. These program range from small local orgs to national multi-affiliated orgs. University of Michigan is a great example of how a giving day at a university can help drive incredible support for a school. There are 1.8M

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Tech Soup

JULY 16, 2013

In early education, children learn the fundamentals of reading and writing in order to communicate, collaborate, and contribute in the world. The Capital Area District Libraries in Michigan hold "tech petting zoos," where people can try out various gadgets or get assistance on the gadgets they own. A United Front.

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Kindful

MARCH 5, 2021

This foundation supports children, families, and communities as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success as individuals and as contributors to the larger community and society. Areas served: US (primarily Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, & New Orleans), Mexico, Haiti.

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Empowerment Grant Fund Resource 104

Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

This foundation supports children, families, and communities as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success as individuals and as contributors to the larger community and society. Areas served: US (primarily Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, & New Orleans), Mexico, Haiti.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 18, 2022

Because there’s plenty of research showing giving leads to a boost in health and happiness for both givers and recipients — and their collective peoples. Here is a sampling of just some of the research linking different forms of generosity to better health. It’s helpful to reconnect with all the benefits giving has to offer.

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