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Your Nonprofit Should be Using Public Service Announcements (PSAs)

Nonprofit Tech for Good

A PSA is communicated via radio, television, online, and via other media formats without charge so that the public is aware of the issue/topic and can take action. . By creating a script with pronunciation as well as a pre-recorded audio file, you’ll have a better chance of your PSA airing since you provided a variety of options.

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The data/crisis catch-22: How the pandemic created a social sector data gap  

Candid

Chances are you’re aware of how the COVID pandemic—and accompanying shortages, shutdowns, layoffs, and resignations—has wreaked havoc on supply and demand for everything from toilet paper to lumber to used cars. tax-exempt organizations file annually, are a major source of data about nonprofits and foundation grantmaking in the United States.

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Is your nonprofit organization ‘grant-ready’? 

Candid

But before you start seeking a grant, ask yourself: Is your organization really ready? Before you get started Here are some basics you should be aware of before applying for grants: First, getting a grant is a labor- and time-intensive process. You can learn more about filing for 501(c)(3) status here. Do you have a track record?

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3 Easy Upgrades Can Work Wonders for Digital Donor Acquisition

sgEngage

To grow your donor file, add three easy upgrades to your current acquisition plan and watch how kickstarting a better content, promotion, and conversion strategy can work wonders for your donor pipeline. Both the restaurants and the organization promoted the cookbook to grow awareness for everyone.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Nonprofit Financial Reporting

Greater Giving

Tax Forms When your nonprofit was established, its founders filed a document known as Form 1023 with the IRS. You’ll need to file at least one additional form each year (and sometimes more than one) to maintain your tax-exempt status. The three primary types of tax forms your nonprofit should be aware of are: IRS Form 990.

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Looking to Increase Giving This Year?

Blue Fox

Here are the deets: Electing individuals who itemize deductions on their personal income tax return (including couples filing a joint return) can deduct qualified cash charitable donations up to 100% of their adjusted gross income (AGI) for tax year 2020. Under previous law, such contribution deductions were limited to 60% of AGI.

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What’s trending? Top subject searches in Candid nonprofit profiles 

Candid

The subject areas in Candid’s nonprofit profiles are typically based on the organization’s stated mission and programmatic descriptions from the IRS Business Master File; nonprofits that claim their profiles can update their subject area(s) themselves as part of the requirements for earning a Bronze Seal of Transparency.

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