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A $500 Million Pledge to Support Local News

Non Profit Quarterly

Image credit: Jon Tyson on Unsplash The decades-long decimation of local news—and the dangers that the trend poses for public oversight, an informed citizenry, and democracy itself—remains very much underway. Since 2005, some 2,200 local newspapers have closed, according to a press release by the MacArthur Foundation.

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Impact investing: Catalyzing systemic change 

Candid

Of course, whether we’re writing checks to local charities, endowing a scholarship at our alma mater, or establishing a family foundation, we’re investing for impact. How does impact investing differ from program-related and mission-related investing? One foundation looking to improve health outcomes in one country is a good thing.

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Unlocking change: Free access to Candid’s nonprofit resources

Candid

We also know that most nonprofits don’t have funds available to divert from their programs and services to further invest in fundraising. They can also find local nonprofits that provide crucial resources in their area, like shelters and food banks. foundations have websites.

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Curtis Memorial Library: A Tradition of Local Support

DipJar

Curtis was Joyce’s local library when she moved to Maine, and she has been in her position for the past ten years. . The land and funding came from William Curtis, the son of a local ship captain, who turned down money from Carnegie to build his community’s library himself. In response to Covid, the library had to adapt.

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A Climate Change Solution That’s Delivered to Your Door

Saleforce Nonprofit

In fact, at the onset of the pandemic, Garden for Wildlife saw a 50% increase in participation for our programs and a five-fold jump in people searching for wildlife and gardening tips online. Native Plants Help Combat Climate Change. When you plant with purpose, you have the power to minimize climate change impact.

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How to Create an Employee Giving Program

Qgiv

But if your company is new to philanthropy, a great place to start is by starting an employee giving program! Use the links below to quickly jump to sections in this article: What is an employee giving program? Why should you consider starting an employee giving program?

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How to Start a Volunteer Program: 12 Steps for Success

Bloomerang

Need more help running your current programs? If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. To help you build a sustainable volunteer program, in this guide, we’ll cover the essential steps for starting a volunteer program: Conduct a community needs assessment. Set goals for your volunteer program.