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Celebrating Equal Pay Day

Media Cause

Current projections for the year by the National Women’s Law Center indicate a continued decrease in the gender wage gap, but we also know Covid has disproportionately forced women out of the workforce , especially in lower-wage jobs, as they took on the bulk of domestic burdens, such as child care, caused by the pandemic. .

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8 Nonprofits Championing Environmental Sustainability on Earth Day

Classy

We celebrate Earth Day just as winter is transitioning to spring, a tradition dating back to 1970. In recent years, Earth Day has evolved into Earth Month to continue the celebrations for a span of 30 days. Why Do We Celebrate Earth Day? Volkswagen, GM, Amazon, and the USPS pledged a commitment to green vehicles.

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18 Successful (Yet Untapped) Fall Fundraising Ideas

CauseVox

To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e. Tip: Be mindful of local laws regarding sports betting to ensure that you’re operating on the right side of the law. Throw in a handful of local celebrity judges and you’ve got a great competition on your hands! Pledge Now, Pay Later.

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Every Human Has Rights: Sign the Pledge for the Elders

Have Fun - Do Good

The law is the same for everyone; it should be applied in the same way to all. . • You should be legally protected in the same way everywhere, and like everyone else. • These are 5 of the 30 points listed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

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75 Top Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits

Neon CRM

While a gala may reference just about any type of festive celebration, it’s most often used to refer to more extravagant events that feature entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, meals, open bars, and auctions. Organizations can gain funds through entry fees and individual pledges. They can even be run in conjunction with a 5k.

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52 Nonprofit Event Ideas That People Will Love

Neon CRM

Like many of the fundraisers in this section, your participants can create personal fundraising pages and gather pledges from their network, often tied to their performance during the tournament. Arts and Crafts Fair Hold an arts and crafts fair that celebrates the creativity of local artisans. The possibilities are endless!

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Making the Most Difficult Ask—Legacy Giving

NonProfit Hub

Know the Law. Understanding how the inheritance laws work in your state can make a big difference when talking to potential legacy donors. You don’t have to go to law school (please, save yourself the pain), but learn the basics about how estate law works on both the state and federal level and it will help your conversations.

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