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How to Collect Compelling Stories to Use in Your Fundraising Work

The Fundraising Authority

We need our donors emotionally involved and excited about our work… not bored. That’s why we need to incorporate stories into our fundraising work. The first is the “story” of your non-profit – this is the overall story arc that is being told by your organization about your work, and includes your big picture vision and mission.

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Breaking the cycle: Supporting veterans and military families’ basic needs in local communities 

Candid

Due to a shortage of resources or lack of knowledge for how to navigate the medical system, their pain worsens, which impacts their ability to work,” she said. This leads to increased stress and frustration, affecting their mental health.

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Grants for Homeless Shelters: Where and How to Apply

Qgiv

Homelessness is a significant problem in the United States. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness’ 2021 State of Homelessness report , there were 580,466 people in the United States who were experiencing homelessness in 2020, 30% of which were families with children. State and local government agencies.

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Low Pay, Working Conditions Pushing Union Drive In Denver

The NonProfit Times

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless workers say low pay and understaffing are contributing to high turnover, exacerbating what they contend are already difficult working conditions. What brought me back to the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is our mission and the 800-plus people dedicated to work on this mission,” she said.

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It Takes a Village: Using Peer-to-Peer to End Homelessness

Qgiv

People often ask, “What’s the best way to end homelessness?” If you’re reading this article, you probably don’t need to be convinced that fighting poverty and homelessness is worthwhile. That leads to a lighter load on the system, which reduces healthcare costs for everyone accessing healthcare locally.

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#thankful4home: Raising Awareness Around Homelessness

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

This fall and winter I’m working with a group of organizations in Chicago to raise awareness around homelessness, alongside screenings of the @Home documentary that features portraits of this issue through the eyes of activist Mark Horvath. The Boot Camp includes training, coaching, and project based learning.

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6 Places to Find Grants for Your Non-Profit

The Fundraising Authority

Ask your board members if they know of any family foundations, corporate foundations, or other grantmakers who might fund work like yours and if they would be willing to make an introduction to someone at that organization. While you are there, get your application started for a Google Ad Grant.

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