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How can nonprofits successfully engage the next generation of donors?

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Illustration generated by DALL·E. The sustainability of the nonprofit sector relies on cultivating the next generation of donors. Begin by asking what part of an organization’s mission is most appealing to younger generations. posted by Emily Santeler Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management.

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Boosting Arizona's Philanthropic Resources

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Arizona Grantmakers Forum. In my last post , I highlighted the current status of Arizona's philanthropic sector, based on a research report released by Arizona Grantmakers Forum in January 2011. It seems clear that Arizona's philanthropic sector is underdeveloped relative to most other parts of the country.

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On a National Day of Service, Public Allies Arizona Makes a Difference in a Phoenix Neighborhood

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With rakes, trash-picker-uppers, brooms and wheelbarrows in hand, the newest class of Public Allies Arizona joined the staff of the Creighton Community Foundation on Oct. They also served as sounding boards for community members and developed new connections for change. posted by Nedd Freeman Anderson Class 11 Public Ally.

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“A Wish Begins With Hope.”

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While a global nonprofit today, the founding chapter was in Arizona. . Credit: Make-A-Wish Arizona Facebook. In Arizona , where the program began, more than 7,000 wishes have been granted. Nothing is asked of participating families since Make-A-Wish Arizona’s goal is to support them through a difficult time. .

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The Next Generation of Giving

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But I would argue, Generation Y or “millennials”, those born in the 80’s and 90’s, are poised to be the next big thing in charitable giving. Going after the charitable dollars of millennials may seem like “small fish,” but keep this in mind, millennials are now the largest generation in terms of population. Like this article?

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Game On: How Gamification is Changing the Sector

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Companies are starting to use gamification to help train employees, generate surveys, and introduce a friendlier work environment just by simply creating some competition, or using badges, scorecards, and leaderboards. Rudy is a freelance photographer and social innovator based out of Tempe, Arizona.

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How can effective leadership succession planning result in nonprofit sustainability?

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As the sector grows and changes, so too do our leaders. By no means does the research suggest to let go of older generations and replace with younger professionals, but rather to take a more collaborative approach to developing the organization vs. riding the wave of knowledge and seasoned professionalism from the most tenured executive.