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Why Movement Is the Killer Learning App for Nonprofits

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

This includes behaviorism and social learning or peer learning, communities of practice, and connectivism. There are also physical theories like brain-based learning and neuroscience. I came across a brain scan by Dr. Chuck Hillman from University of Illinois Neurocognitive Kinesiology Laboratory. Here’s some examples.

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14+ Excellent Nonprofit Annual Reports

Whole Whale

However, throwing a million charts and graphs together or writing a 10,000-word essay on why your nonprofit is the best isn’t going to be so effective (or worth anyone’s time). Your annual report should communicate the success of your organization and its financials in a concise, visual way. ICA Fund Good Jobs.

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How to Host a Read-a-thon Fundraiser

Qgiv

Not only does reading exercise the brain and improve concentration, but it also helps children develop more advanced language skills and engage their imagination. Unlike a fun run or a 5K fundraiser, you don’t need to map out a racecourse or organize volunteers to man your event. Engage corporate sponsors.

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The NMC Symposium for the Future: Prepping for Virtual Keynote about Nonprofits in 2020

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I've been having a lot of fun researching some metaphors for the future and of course, I went straight to the Jetsons. The fun part is figuring out how to effectively deliver a 3D presentation in a 3D space. Last year , I heard Jerry Michalski use the metaphor of the global brain in talk about the future.

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Philanthropic Leadership: Engaging Board Members As Fundraising Ambassadors

Bloomerang

And if you think about this pie chart, what I really want to call out is that bequests, which are about 9%, are gifts made by individuals. And what we’re seeing is that while this is encouraging, the numbers are going up, nonprofit boards are still far from representing the communities that they serve. Okay, so positive trend.

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[VIDEO] 5 Must-Do’s of Year-End Fundraising Success

Bloomerang

Thank you for what you grow and the communities you build and all that you do and the work that is seen and unseen. I think our days and our brains can sometimes feel like this calculation. . What specifically in your community do you want people to do? That’s the place to put them. I’ve made a ton of mistakes.

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Training Board Members As Brand Champions on Social and Beyond

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

As everyone finished, they brought them up to the flip chart. I asked each of the board members to take a few minutes and share their one burning question that pertains to the Foundation’s marketing and communications with the person sitting next to them. I get to use my brain to think and figure things out. How are we involved?