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A clarion call to invest in historically Black colleges and universities

Candid

Prior to the Civil War, the education of Black Americans was prohibited in most states and discouraged in others, leaving many Black communities without access to the educational resources to build quality lives, much less wealth. One friend turned to me and asked where I was headed; I proudly shared, “Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee.”

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How The Nature Conservancy’s Work in the Cumberland Forest Supports Jobs & Climate Mitigation

Saleforce Nonprofit

At The Nature Conservancy , one of the world’s largest environmental nonprofits, we have examined a huge range of nature’s benefits throughout our 70-year history. From forests and oceans to farmland and freshwater, our scientists focus on the ways in which nature helps provide for people, communities, and the world at large.

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Funding & Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On The Environment And Conservation Efforts

Kindful

See if any of these funders serve your community and if you qualify for funding. If, however, through your research, you can establish a clear connection between your programs and their funding history and priorities, it’s still worth reaching out to that funder and introducing your organization. Oregon Community Foundation.

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How Mentorship Can Break Down Racial Divides

Saleforce Nonprofit

As we celebrate Black History Month, Big Brothers Big Sisters will shine a spotlight on the contributions of African-Americans. And read more about how you can honor Black history throughout the year. There are 230+ Big Brother Big Sisters agencies located in 5,000 communities in all 50 states.

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From Lost To Loved: Turning Lapsed Donors Into Devoted Donors

Bloomerang

Rather than sending a member renewal to lapsed donors with a 20+ year history of gifts, The Audubon Society of Rhode Island gave these long-time members a free one-year membership. If you work with an agency, ask them why they’re reusing the same pack and demand to see the results it’s bringing in. Acknowledge and celebrate their return.

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How to Use CauseVox for Fraternity and Sorority Fundraisers

CauseVox

Pi Kappa Alpha at Tennessee Tech teamed up for the ‘Celebrating Our Past. You can even give the levels names that are related to your fraternity or sorority’s traditions, symbols, and history, as illustrated below. One popular event that has taken the Greek community by storm is the lip sync battle. Building Our Future.’

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Covid-19 and Museum

Museum 2.0

As a Historic Interpreter for Telfair Museums, I would lead visitors through the Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters on a 45 minute guided tour of antebellum Savannah history discussing politics and urban slavery. These created communities allows many of us to process this moment with each other. I set up digital lunches.

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