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Investing in capacity building: The vital role of general operating support for BIPOC-led nonprofits

Candid

These organizations are on the front lines, addressing the multifaceted needs of their communities with limited resources and often facing systemic barriers to sustainable growth. BIPOC-led organizations have historically encountered systemic barriers to funding, perpetuating cycles of underinvestment and resource scarcity.

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How Funders are Driving Systems Change in Response to the Climate Crisis

Saleforce Nonprofit

They are also pivoting their mission, and driving systems change through new programs that fund climate action , and by integrating sustainability principles horizontally across all other existing programs. . As funders increase their focus on driving systems change, a key question emerges: What does this mean for grantees?

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Empowering grassroots organizations: building capacity, diversity, and relationships

Candid

We often talk about the role of philanthropy and the ways in which it must grow and innovate, how it has changed and evolved with the times, reacting to crises, wars, economic downturns, and more. I believe it is fostering the love of people and that pathway to change that is the role and mandate of philanthropic institutions and funders.

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Seven ATLIS Sessions You Don’t Want to Miss

sgEngage

APIs and the Art of the Possible (Panel) Panelists include Nick Marchese of Emma Willard School, Shandor Simon of Beaver Country Day School, and Stephen Boyle of Blackbaud The power of APIs lies in their ability to seamlessly connect disparate systems, unlock data silos, and facilitate the exchange of information in real-time.

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From Data Deluge to Impactful Decisions: Mastering Data in Grantmaking

sgEngage

Data Silos: Information may get trapped in departmental systems, hindering a holistic view of program effectiveness and impact. This empowers them to shift from reactive decision-making to a proactive, data-driven approach, maximizing the impact of their resources and championing causes with demonstrably positive change.

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Black women and gender-expansive nonprofit leaders: Combating the absence of trust 

Candid

If it’s clear that you don’t have the trust of the folks who hired you, it makes it difficult for you to be as effective in your role, leading your team and making tough decisions,” said Wilds Lawson. And that’s not even on the table for me. Or I can barely make ends meet for me and my family.

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How to find your first prospective donors: Tips for new nonprofits 

Candid

Simultaneously, make sure your nonprofit has in place a clearly stated mission, vision, and values , as well as sound infrastructure: a qualified team, internal governance and management systems, technology, and partners. Small, local organizations are more trusted than larger institutions , but you need to win that trust.

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