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February Cause Awareness: Black History Month

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Woodson wanted to find a way to raise awareness of African Americans’ contributions throughout history. In September of 1915, he founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) before establishing the second week of February as Negro History Week in 1925. Donate to support their mission here.

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Time To Celebrate: Nov. 15th Is National Philanthropy Day

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) played a significant role in promoting and organizing National Philanthropy Day activities. Remember your fundraisers Remembering the professionalism and skill of trained fundraisers is a key part of the day. National Philanthropy Day (NPD) was first officially recognized in the U.S.

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Leadership Lessons From A Serial Entrepreneur

Eric Jacobsen Blog

He began his career at age 23 when he founded Amerex Oil Associates, followed by Hamilton Resources, both privately held. But nothing—I repeat, nothing—could be worse for your decision-making skills than that feeling of being invincible.” The belief that other people must hold the same opinions as you do.

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Recognizing Client Success in 2021

Forum One

NRDC received the following 5 awards: Webby Nomination: Sustainability & Environment Websites & Mobile Sites Excellence Communicator Award for Environmental Awareness Canopus Vega Award for Environmental Awareness WebAward for Best Environmental Website Gold Davey Award for Activism. The ALS Association.

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Finding the Best Consultant for Your Nonprofit: The Search and Selection

Bloomerang

Formal professional groups – These exist for many specialties such as the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Grant Professionals Association, which have local chapters and a national office. . Others organize by region (or just as consultants) without regard to specialty area. .

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

The purpose of the conference is to expose future social sector leaders to a vibrant learning experience that promotes best practices, innovative thinking and awareness of the full scope of the sector. Our institute is designed to advance the skills and knowledge of nonprofit professionals, volunteers, board members, and community leaders.

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Forum One Wins 12 Davey Awards!

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I’m Determined , a project funded by the Virginia Department of Education, connects youth – especially those with disabilities – with self-determining educational opportunities and resources to help them succeed in school, make friends, make decisions, and develop leadership skills. The ALS Association. Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.

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