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6 Creative Program Ideas for Arts & Cultural Organizations

Connection Cafe

That experience got me thinking about other ways arts and cultural organizations are innovating with their programs. From food festivals to light shows to lectures, there’ve never been more options for arts and cultural programming. The Houston Museum of Natural Science has a similar, equally popular series for young professionals.

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How can nonprofit recruiting strategies improve organizational effectiveness?

ASU Lodestar Center

Being aware of the benefits that a diverse work environment in the twenty-first century has on its staff and community is a fundamental requirement for any organization. Workplace stress, communication with coworkers and leadership, and the culture of the workplace are all factors that affect staff retention. recruitment, 2.)

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Tips to Maintain Momentum for Your In-Person Fundraising Events Amidst COVID-19

Connection Cafe

While these goals are absolutely important, building a fundraising culture around your program can help your participants understand the important role of fundraising on your ability to accomplish your mission. Early in my career, I worked on the Race for the Cure in Houston when a hurricane swept through 10 days before our event.

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Getting Attention Nonprofit Tagline Awards Winners Announced

Amy Sample Ward

Arts & Culture: Big Sky. Civic Benefit: Holding Power Accountable — Common Cause. Houston Food Bank. With simple but effective use of word repetition, the Houston Food Bank clarifies its work and impact. 2009 TAGLINE AWARD WINNERS. Big History. Montana Historical Society. Human Services: Filling pantries.

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Improve Your Fundraising Approach and Skills at NetSquared Meetups

Tech Soup

Boston, Massachusetts: Tech Networks of Boston Roundtable: Building an Effective Data Culture at Your Nonprofit. Houston, Texas: NetSquared Houston. Vancouver, British Columbia: How Delivering Webinars Can Benefit Your Mission. Mason, Ohio: Help Create an App for Homeless to Manage Money More Effectively.

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3 Lessons in Starting a Nonprofit from an A Cappella Nerd

NonProfit Hub

Although you certainly have need for employees, you have a greater need for a positive culture and happy work environment. Nonprofits benefits from chameleons who can sing multiple parts well. While nonprofits are often portrayed as desperate for worker bees, don’t be willing to accept subpar people. It will drag the whole group down.

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Entrepreneurship and Internet Diplomacy in the Muslim and Arab World

Forum One

Speakers included Pradeep Ramamurthy , the National Security Council's Senior Director for Global Engagement and Farouk Shami , a Palestinian-American businessman, who founded a large Houston-based company that produces hair-care and spa products. Misunderstandings and fear can be broken through online forums and through social media.