EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

Why LGBTQ+ advocacy is always-on from here on It’s more important than ever for LGBTQ+ organizations to effectively advocate on behalf of LGBTQ+ people. The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) declared a national state of emergency for LGBTQ+ people on June 6, 2023, the first state of emergency ever declared in its history spanning four decades.

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VQ Strategies

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The topic was Recognition, wisely timed to inspire new ideas in advance of the upcoming spring National Volunteer Week. While this was timed in anticipation of April’s National Volunteer Week, the table-by-table report outs revealed clear agreement across all discussions that recognition is, in fact, a year-round activity.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 13, 2020

posted by Jaime Ernesto Uzeta, CEO, Public Allies. America has a long and rich history of national service, often turning to it as a powerful lever in times of crisis, as it did after 9/11, Hurricane Katrina and the Great Recession of 2008. Thankfully, this pandemic will likely inspire a new wave of national service.

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 6, 2021

Public policy and the nonprofit sector. Public policy at all levels of government has the ability to threaten the work of all nonprofits (National Council of Nonprofits, 2019). The effects of federal policy often trickle down to the state and local levels. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. A missed opportunity.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 1, 2024

From April 21st to 27th, 2024, we celebrate National Volunteer Week – a dedicated time to recognize the incredible impact volunteers have on our communities. Think of volunteers as the heart of any non-profit organization. How are you celebrating National Volunteer Week 2024? It’s that time of year again!

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Each year, individuals worldwide take the opportunity to do better for our planet with actions such as planting trees, cleaning local communities, and raising awareness for environmental causes through peer-to-peer fundraising pages. They believe everyone deserves access to safe and welcoming public spaces, regardless of where they live.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Yet it’s something many organizations neglect to do. According to Independent Sector , the national average value of a volunteer hour is $29.95 National Volunteer Week Even if you HAVE been thanking volunteers well, you have a great opportunity coming up to thank your volunteers. Public or private? And that’s a shame.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

During National Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S., Across America, Hispanic and Latino organizations are leading the way in every realm, including advocacy, education, healthcare, and social services. Here are just a few of our favorite organizations, which deserve your support this month and all year-round! Voto Latino.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

Giving to religion-based organizations often tops lists of philanthropic statistics. In fact, in the recent Giving USA 2020 report , donors gave more than $131 billion to religion-based organizations in the United States in 2020. . Unique Opportunities for Those Working for Religion-Based Organizations.

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APRIL 6, 2021

Beecher Hicks III, President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville, TN. Q: Prior to becoming President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), you had a long, successful career in investment banking and finance. Today’s Q&A is with H.

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Candid

MAY 9, 2024

Beyond making us less competitive in the global economy, growing wealth inequality puts our democracy at risk; in a nation of “haves” and “have nots,” elite interests are completely removed from the needs of regular people. This concentration of wealth in smaller and smaller corners of the U.S.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Research and public policy – 1%. Public media and communications – 0%. 14) 96% regularly vote in local and national elections and 37% donate to political campaigns. Human and civil rights / racial justice – 3%. Community development – 3%. Disability rights – 2%. LGBTQIA+ – 1%.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

This National Library Week and on this National Library Workers Day, we celebrate our beloved libraries—and the librarians who sustained library services through the challenges of the past year. According to the Public Library Association, 93 percent of public libraries report leaving Wi-Fi on when buildings were closed to the public.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Unions are workplace-focused, membership organizations that advocate and negotiate on behalf of their members. law with the 1935 National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). Within the tax code , unions are designated as nonprofit organizations under section 501(c)(5), a designation they share with agricultural or horticultural organizations.

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2022

If you have time, talent, or treasure to donate to support these organizations serving in the wake of Hurricane Ian, please do. This organization has compiled a variety of opportunities through its Volunteer Connect platform. . ​If you are looking for ways to aid recovery efforts, below are some resources we’ve compiled.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

National Nail Polish Day (June 1). Set a fundraising goal to sponsor a nail color on National Nail Polish Day (June 1) in the spirit of Movember. Design a local route with varying distances to be both competitive and family-friendly. National Repeat Day (June 3). National Repeat Day (June 3). Polish for a Purpose.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

National Study Reveals: Digital and Social Media Are Delivering for Arts Organizations , Guest Post by Mary Trudel and Rory MacPherson. Just over a year ago, we asked ourselves a question: How are arts organizations using digital and social media, and what sorts of results are they getting? The question. was created.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Bake sale Bake sales are always a delightful way to raise funds for your organization. Ask local bakeries to offer sweets to sell to further motivate donors to purchase a treat. Work with local clothing boutiques and designers to create runway looks and sell tickets for your community to get a look at upcoming items.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Grassroots organizations provide vital services to local communities, yet they struggle to compete for grants against large national nonprofits that can leverage robust development teams, considerable fundraising experience, and established relationships with grantmakers. Here are some steps to get started.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2020

If an issue relevant to your mission and programs (local, national, or international) is in the news, write up a summary of the issue, add your commentary with a call-to-action (CTA), and then share your post to your online communities and in your e-newsletter. your organization in action can gain the loyalty of many readers.

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MARCH 5, 2024

Once you know more about how your new nonprofit is classified, you can start the initial steps of setting up your organization to start changing the world. What is a nonprofit organization? Exempt organization types Types of nonprofits How to get started What is a nonprofit organization?

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VisionLink

APRIL 9, 2020

In the face of the escalating COVID-19 pandemic, National Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster (NVOAD), Visionlink’s Disaster Technologies Division and Sterling Volunteers are partnering in a public-private pro bono effort to help state governments and non-profit agencies mobilize the desire of Americans to provide help from a safe distance.

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

I’m often invited to speak with organizations about the latest fundraising and nonprofit trends. You , the nonprofit professional, are in the best position to determine what shifts will affect your organization the most. After all, local public librarians know where to find the most useful information and are happy to help!

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 25, 2021

A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a giving vehicle established at a public charity. Gregory Nielsen is a sought after speaker and Consultant committed to helping leaders and organizations translate vision into reality. Today, they are philanthropy’s fastest growing vehicle, accounting for 3% of all giving.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

We know educated girls strengthen economies, promote peace, and improve public health. To mitigate the impacts of this pandemic on girls and secure a better future, we’ve found that supporting locally-led initiatives works best. Profound Change Starts With Local Partners.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

By: Sara Leutzinger, National Director, External Communications & Content Strategy for Boys & Girls Club of America. And local Boys & Girls Clubs helped open the door to opportunities young people might not have otherwise, offering career training, skill building, positive mentors, and pathways to a great future.

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Candid

MARCH 21, 2023

million Turks in temporary shelters and left more than 500,000 Syrians homeless, according to the United Nations. The United Nations also issued an appeal for an additional $1 billion in aid, and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development pledged €1.5 million in grants to local nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in Turkey.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 2, 2021

And it is here where our work as a nonprofit organization can influence the way communities and industries around the world think about and work with nature. And while it is not a park, the project also offers public access to 126,000 acres for hiking, hunting, and trail riding, with additional acreage accessible through private licenses.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 14, 2021

Almost all media now feature feel-good stories about people and organizations that do good. Make friends with your local media: TV (don’t forget programs on local PBS stations), newspapers (both daily and weekly), and radio (a local station, affiliated with a national outlet can be a conduit to a national story).

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FEBRUARY 1, 2023

February is Black History Month in many countries in the United States and Canada, an annual observance dedicated to honoring and acknowledging the valuable contributions of Black people in both nations. Woodson believed that it was important to establish a theme to help focus the attention of the public.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

March 7 is National Cereal Day and who doesn’t love a cereal buffet? SpringFundraising idea Number 2: Celebrate National Cereal Day with a pajama party for good. Over 30 fundraising ideas for spring, from daylight savings time to National Haiku Day. Local libraries may also be open hosting egg-hunters for a good cause.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 5, 2023

National awareness days are a great way to spread the word about your nonprofit’s work by aligning your mission with a day that’s dedicated to a specific, relevant issue. Base your groups on what you want to achieve with your awareness day publicity plan. Local media, such as TV news outlets, radio stations and newspapers.

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NTEN

APRIL 17, 2015

This week is National Volunteer Week ! Inspired by National Volunteer Week, NTEN took a few hours of work time to volunteer in our local communities. Inspired by National Volunteer Week, NTEN took a few hours of work time to volunteer in our local communities. We love learning from the nptech community!)

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

From ensuring equal access to education to advocating for mental health awareness to creating black history for future generations, all of these organizations inspire us, and we hope they inspire you too. Check out the campaign here and learn more about this incredible organization. Black Public Media. Black Teacher Project.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

She has served as the vice president and creative director of a national fundraising firm and chief development officer in arts and higher education. Benefactor Group is currently working with arts, culture, and educational institutions; human service organizations; the faith community; and others working to improve the quality of life.

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VisionLink

OCTOBER 5, 2015

VisionLink is partnering with local churches and community groups to poll between 2,000-3,000 people throughout North Carolina. The goal is to provide the public, media outlets and participating organizations with locally vetted information about the hurricane’s impact from those living in the storm's path.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 1, 2021

Since its launch in 2015, the Vouchers 4 Veggies – EatSF (V4V) team has been working alongside community-based organizations and clinics to provide fruit and vegetable vouchers to low-income San Francisco residents. V4V is good for the community, driving money into the local economy. The program is simple.

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