The NonProfit Times

JUNE 3, 2024

Marginalized and underserved communities have not traditionally had access to data resources that could benefit them. Funders who are willing to take an active role in how their contributions are allocated can influence these communities access to and use of data repositories.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 27, 2012

When it comes to managing or building communities, online or on the ground, the work can seem overwhelming and sometimes even never-ending. Wherever you are, and whatever the kind of community you are wrangling, there are some general lessons that I recommend. You don’t [really] know your community members.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 10, 2024

We make information into data when we explicitly attach it to a question and explicitly or implicitly connect it to an approach for making sense of it. Datamaking can enhance capacity building efforts through group questioning and analysis. Information is everything that is coming at us. However, to have data requires intention.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The public library plays a central role in serving the dynamic needs of communities across the country, and is often the first place a person turns to for help. At the Free Library of Philadelphia , we are meeting those needs by offering services to Philadelphia’s nonprofit community. But, don’t just take my word for it.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 28, 2011

Voices from the Community is an ongoing series of blog posts culling. popular topics of interest from the TechSoup Community Forums and other. online community channels. As our community discusses the topic of building a culture of accessibility, an important distinction arises. Opening Hearts and Minds.

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Image credit: Jon Tyson on Unsplash The decades-long decimation of local news—and the dangers that the trend poses for public oversight, an informed citizenry, and democracy itself—remains very much underway. The main question will boil down to: ‘Did we make a difference?’” Since 2005, some 2,200 local newspapers have closed.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Impact Labs convenes community experts, or fellows, across sectors to co-create new technology solutions to support specific issue areas. Our latest Impact Lab cohort on climate justice built an open-source tool for climate community-based organizations to access grant funding more seamlessly with the Grants Content Kit.

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EveryAction

APRIL 5, 2023

By asking the right questions , clearly advocating for your organization’s needs, and building a clear roadmap , you can make sure your board understands your situation and supports your ultimate goal of helping your teams work more efficiently and effectively through technology. Let’s dive in. Focus on improving your operations.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Employees who have access to professional development opportunities are 15% more engaged. When learning is valued and everyone has access to growth, you encourage productivity in unique and unexpected ways. These are questions to ask: Is everyone a competent user of the available software platforms?

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 11, 2010

Two weeks ago I shared a couple reflections that I had on a recent #4change chat about community building – the major output from that chat and the follow up blog post was the call I heard for a regular opportunity to talk about community building. Monthly Community Builder Chats. What: Community Building Across Platforms.

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Candid

JANUARY 5, 2023

Whether you’re a nonprofit, funder, or a consortium of both, fundamental questions are surfacing about social sector data that merit your attention. Is social sector data a type of public good? How does the social sector fund (or charge for) data infrastructure as a public good? across any geography or issue.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Recent evidence from the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) indicates that grantmakers are asking the same questions with slight differences across funders, wasting a significant amount of a nonprofit's time during the application process. Collaborative Partnerships and Community Support (5 percent).

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Today’s Community Builder chat focused on examples and best practices for connecting on and offline community activities, events, and organizing. It was a really rich discussion – thank you to all those who joined in, shared, asked questions, and contributed! Topic: Community Building, of course!

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 11, 2010

It’s because this is another example of how our tools are defining community. ( Last month’s post focused on that topic using Causes, Ideablob and Ning as references for the conversation.) public media is all about donations. public media is all about donations. This is where things start to spark for me.

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Candid

APRIL 24, 2024

Imagine a world in which philanthropy professionals are focused on improving their practices to transform philanthropy through centering communities, lightening the burden on nonprofit organizations, and holding themselves accountable to their values. Candid helps us to be transparent and accountable to our community,” Dickenson said.

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Candid

AUGUST 25, 2022

Our mission is to develop neuro-inclusive communities for adults with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities to ensure that everybody has a place and a sense of belonging in the world. He answered all my (very rudimentary) questions with a lot of patience and the mannerisms of a natural-born teacher.

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NTEN

APRIL 29, 2021

The attempt thrust digital inequity into the public’s awareness. Whether it was trying to attend classes, apply for government benefits, or practice religion, many people were excluded from fully participating in their communities. Despite needing to access online services, almost a quarter of U.S.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

However, nonprofits are guided by a mission- like providing education in under-served areas, supporting research to find cures to diseases, creating community among a specific group of people, and more. Others receive grant funding from governmental agencies, private foundations, and community funds. public service?organizations

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M+R

MARCH 9, 2023

It’s a spin on James Brown’s 1968 hit, “Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud),” which became an unofficial anthem of the Civil Rights movement; but, in its current context, is focused on the pride associated with also identifying as a member of the LGBTQIA community. Say, “Black.” Say it loudly. Say it proudly.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As they develop community benefit programs to address health disparities and elevate community well-being, co-investment with like-minded partners helps drive greater impact. Community benefit managers and C-suite leaders alike struggle with questions: Where do we start? Remember to include community-based experts.

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Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 6, 2011

Technology and Community: Strategic Options for Movement Building. How many people hear that word and think it is just as generic as the word community? To that end, siloed brands are replaced by unifying goals that rally more than select individuals but entire communities. The full keynote and presentation are below.

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Candid

JANUARY 4, 2023

In response to the simultaneous global pandemic and racial equity movement, philanthropy committed to act with urgency to better support nonprofit partners, as well as the people and communities hit hardest by the impacts of these dual events. Pledges were made to reduce barriers, shift power, and engage in more equitable funding practices.

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sgEngage

JUNE 6, 2024

Use a secure shared drive to safely store these files and any applicable backup so they can be accessed by your finance and advancement offices for questions or audits. You already know which constituencies, such as board members and giving societies, your school communicates with regularly. Clean up portfolios.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 11, 2021

In this article, we’ll provide some guidance to those who are ready to move beyond the board statement or public equity pledge to actively and intentionally implement Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) practices and strategies into their consultant search process. . Ask clarifying questions. . Investigate the budget. .

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Bonterra

APRIL 13, 2024

Request a demo Explore pricing nicole.kowalcz… Sat, 04/13/2024 - 18:14 Deliver strategic funding with maximum efficiency With access to the largest network of vetted nonprofits and easier approvals for your team, you’ll deliver better, faster funding. Request a demo Frequently asked questions What is grant management software?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

15 th , 2023, is a day set aside to recognize and celebrate the contributions of philanthropy to individuals, communities, and the world. These events aim to honor philanthropists, volunteers, professional fundraisers, and organizations that have made a positive impact on their communities. National Philanthropy Day, Wednesday Nov.

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sgEngage

JUNE 13, 2022

Funders working on sensitive issues and/or in sensitive contexts may rightfully be concerned that sharing data about who they’re funding could put grantees at risk of government or community harassment, unlawful detention, or physical harm, including death. Outside our organization, who has access to our data?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 3, 2024

The motivating factors that prompt students to enroll in a community college are as varied and diverse as their academic and socio-economic backgrounds. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics , only thirteen percent of all community college students complete by earning a degree or credential in two years.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

These are the three components that make up “public narrative,” but this storytelling framework can help to shape all of your organization’s public communications—from social media and web content to emails and letters to interpersonal interactions with donors and other supporters. Remember: Specificity is key.

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Candid

JULY 27, 2023

private and community foundations. And we would narrow the focus to 1,000 of the largest private and community foundations. funders, and public foundations (aka grantmaking public charities). Still have questions about incorporating Candid’s data set into your research? as measured by total giving.

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Candid

JULY 12, 2022

Many people have amazing ideas for creating a nonprofit or public-benefit project, but aren’t sure how to get started or find funding. Instead of starting a new organization, you may want to consider working with an existing 501(c)(3) public charity under a formal arrangement known as fiscal sponsorship. Community foundations; .

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. This cultivates a community of dedicated supporters. Make recognition public. Responsiveness. Ongoing support.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Access to Exclusive Content One of the primary benefits of joining a membership-based organization is gaining access to exclusive content. This might mean educational resources, research reports, and industry insights that non-members cannot access. Think about the ways you can help your nonprofit’s members connect!

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NTEN

DECEMBER 15, 2021

As such, the Pizzigati Prize honors open source projects that make a real impact in communities worldwide. In addition, this software must have already demonstrated its value to at least one nonprofit and the communities served by that organization and potentially valuable to multiple other nonprofits. 2022 Pizzigati Prize.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

You’ve read about participatory grantmaking—and maybe even heard about other organizations using this model to distribute control of their funding strategy and grants decisions to the communities they serve. It is critical for you, foundation leadership, and community participants to be clear who is making which decisions. Is this you?

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 5, 2022

And now that the 990s are released as open data by the IRS, it’s more important than ever to rethink the role of the 990 as a communication channel instead of just a compliance requirement. Access : The data must also be available in a convenient and modifiable format. All Classical Public Media. To expand operations.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Your nonprofit mission statement is how you communicate your organization’s impact to supporters, clients, and the community at large. A nonprofit mission statement also serves as inspiration for employees, donors, and volunteers and provides the public with an overview of the organization’s mission and purpose.

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