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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

Candid

news organizations, specifically local news outlets, have been rapidly dwindling. The COVID-19 pandemic brought more challenges for the industry, as demand for local news grew but revenue and outlets shrank. MacArthur, and William and Flora Hewlett Foundations have recognized the importance of a vibrant local news ecosystem.

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Closing racial wealth gaps with community land trusts 

Candid

These trends are a direct result of the “redlining” of communities of color for generations, which prevented investment dollars from improving those communities and encouraging homeownership. Many of these cities are tackling the issue of housing and homeownership to create a more equitable economy in their communities.

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Today is National Telephone Day!

VisionLink

Thousands of caring, local experts are available to help 24/7. These are the boots on the ground, the local experts who make finding help easier. We are honored to have more than doubled the 211 centers we support. The 988 Lifeline provides professional support and resources for you and your loved ones. Powered by people.

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[Breaking News] An Extraordinary Funding Opportunity For Nonprofits To Preserve Local Journalism

Bloomerang

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. What’s the problem? Press Forward seeks to stop and reverse that trend.

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Funders: Considering Collaboration? Start With a Light Touch and See Where It Leads

sgEngage

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Funder collaboration need not be burdensome, nor does it require perfect alignment. Smaller, place-based foundations are managed by individuals with deep ties to the community.

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How Nonprofits Can Leverage Organic Social Media to Increase Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Individual giving has seen a steep decline, with donors becoming more selective about the causes they support. This combination puts immense pressure on nonprofits to find creative ways to engage supporters and bring in donations. Meanwhile, building an organic community is like backpacking through that new country.

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Transform Your Communications & Collaboration With Slack

Saleforce Nonprofit

Increase Collaboration and Engagement for Students, Faculty, and Staff. Education institutions across the globe are using Slack to enhance engagement and collaboration. Arizona State University (ASU), for instance, needed an easier way for its students, faculty, and staff to communicate, share lesson plans, and gather feedback.