sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Still, many foundations shy away from working together, assuming it will require considerable time and a loss of independence. . 1) Meeting Urgent Needs in the Community .

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Many non-profit organizations rely on grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies to round out their fundraising efforts. Go to a board meeting and let your board members know that you are conducting grant research to determine which foundations to apply to for grants for the coming year.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 13, 2010

As part of my work as Visiting Scholar at the David and Lucile Packard Foundation this year, I’ve been experimenting with a lot of models for workshop delivery and curriculum for social media. This workshop, graciously hosted by the Community Foundation of Monterey County with support from the Packard Foundation, was a two-part session.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 26, 2020

Other types — like GuardianCon, which recently rebranded to the Gaming Community Expo — are weekend conventions that feature a mix of exhibitors and livestreamed video game footage. million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. These organizations don’t have any natural ties to video games or the gaming community.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Hosting a donor appreciation event to celebrate your community of supporters. Here are some ways you can find and get in front of new funders: Attend a “ Meet the Funders ” panel in your community or ask to take a local funder out to coffee to learn more about their organization and funding priorities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 12, 2016

Also, if you have not read it, Kivi Leroux-Miller has written a stellar piece called “ The Heroes and Villains of Give Local America Story. “ Give Local America Disaster Offers Lessons for Next Time – Guest Post by Peter Panepento. Last year, Give Local America raised $68.5 Last Tuesday at about 10 a.m.

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VQ Strategies

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Deborah Clark, who manages the NH Gives Day , received a call in spring 2020 after COVID-19 caused the cancellation of many other community events including those at the NH Charitable Foundation. The Foundation reached out and offered to deploy one of its employees to help with NH Gives Day. The results were notable.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

We’re acknowledging eight nonprofits leading the charge with dedicated fundraising campaigns as communities unite to support a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable planet. CELI also hosts an annual 5K Run for Clean Energy every spring to support their mission. California State Parks Foundation. Connect with CELI: .

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

In turn, they’ll benefit from the positive association with your cause and can expand their own reach within your nonprofit’s community of supporters. For example, an animal welfare organization might run an awareness campaign to bring attention to pet overpopulation in the community, which is leading to more abandoned pets in the shelters.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 1, 2012

. —– In 2011, Washington, DC, became one of the first major metropolitan regions to host a multimillion-dollar local giving day: Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington. Nearly 18,000 people participated in the 24-hour, online fundraising event, raising more than $2 million to benefit 1,200 local nonprofits.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

For example, compare the impact of the following statements: “Because of our nonprofit’s tireless efforts, we were able to provide 100 laptops for local students interested in pursuing computer science careers.” As you can see, just a few subtle wording changes turn a nonprofit-centric statement into a supporter-centric one.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 8, 2022

Whether you’re a parental figure blocking out time in your schedule for school supply shopping or someone who isn’t in school anymore, there are plenty of ways to observe National Back to School Month and support students and teachers in your community. Volunteer at your local school. Kids in Need Foundation. Teach for America.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Guest Post: Celebrating Beth’s Five Years As Visiting Scholar at the Packard Foundation by Kathy Reich. Guest Post: Celebrating Beth’s Five Years As Visiting Scholar at the Packard Foundation by Kathy Reich. Five years ago, the Packard Foundation was trying to figure out this whole social media thing.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Partner with a corporate sponsor or a major gifts supporter to host a matching gifts drive. In the aftermath of a disaster, whether it be a devastating hurricane that has left your community flooded or a wildfire that has forced your community to leave their homes behind, you’ll need to mobilize quickly to provide support.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Many foundations focus much of their philanthropy work on youth empowerment—and for good reason. The youth will eventually be the citizens and leaders of tomorrow and ultimately make invaluable contributions to their families, economic growth, peace building, and sustainable development for all of our communities. Kellogg Foundation.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For this fundraising event, you’ll need to team up with a local paint and sip store like Pinot’s Palette or Painting with a Twist that’s willing to paint it forward with a percentage of the night’s proceeds going to your cause. If this isn’t an option available in your area, consider securing a location to host your own paint and sip night.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

OCTOBER 4, 2018

John's Hospital Foundation has been working since 1999 to support St. With their support, the medical center is now rated 5 stars by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services or CMS (a hospital rating agency) and the foundation is continuing its incredible work to build a living center and meet the needs of their local community.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The foundation of successful collaboration is a strong relationship. It can also give chapters access to data that they can use to improve their local member engagement. If local chapters are running successful programs, your national office and other chapters can follow their lead. Develop relationships. Lean on each other.

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Tech Soup

JULY 25, 2012

How would you improve communities if there were an Internet without limits? These are the questions Mozilla and the National Science Foundation have teamed up to ask through the Mozilla Ignite Apps Challenge. You can take part in a live brainstorming session by attending a local Mozilla Ignite Idea Jam. Get Ignited.

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Candid

APRIL 14, 2022

According to the UNHCR , these countries are currently hosting 4.9 While almost a third of grants went to organizations in Ukraine, recipient countries reflect giving to local chapters of the Red Cross and other international relief organizations, or to their Geneva-based headquarters. Company-sponsored foundation. Recipients.

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Qgiv

MARCH 21, 2022

As a result, fundraising continues to be of utmost importance for hospital foundations and other organizations providing programs or services to support patients. Hospitals can fundraise in a variety of a ways for their own foundations or other causes that support their patients. Hospital Foundation Fundraising Ideas.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

Obviously this event won’t work in warmer climates, but if you’re somewhere with distinct seasons, all you have to do is find a lake that will let you host your event. Unlike many other nonprofits, Catalogue for Philanthropy used the day to raise dollars for over 200 local nonprofits in their area. Fitness Challenge. Golf Marathon.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Community Block Party attendees check out participating nonprofit organizations during the event. Photo courtesy of The Miami Foundation. This post was cross-posted from the Knight Foundation Blog and written by Jessica Hodder who is the digital communications associate for Knight Foundation.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 9, 2014

Investing in education has an incredible multiplier effect as it leads to increased prosperity not just for individuals, but also for their communities and societies. Roy emphasized that The MasterCard Foundation will be focusing on evidence-based approaches and will capture and disseminate lessons learned to key stakeholders.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

When it comes to fundraising, innovation and creativity are key to capturing the attention and support of your community. Paid Advertising: Consider investing in paid advertising, such as social media ads or local media outlets. This widens your reach and increases the chances of garnering support from beyond your immediate community.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 23, 2023

Whether you are looking for ideas as a church , school , or other community-oriented nonprofit, we’ve got you covered. Envisioning a delightful, cost-free gathering that unites the community? Hosting an event for families where most people need to drive? It is important to consider questions like these.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 1, 2012

Add in some training for nonprofits, a communications campaign, and a well designed online contest that make it a win-win for all nonprofits and you have a powerful strategy for giving a financial boost for a community’s nonprofits. Enter online fundraising contests.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Whether it’s providing employees with volunteer time off or starting a company foundation, there are plenty of ways for your company to get involved with giving back. Ultimately, creating an employee giving program comes with a myriad of benefits for your organization and for the communities you interact with and impact.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

During September, the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) collaborates with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) to host World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10 with National Suicide Prevention Week being recognized in the week around September 10.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

said Cory Howat, Executive Director of the Catholic Community Foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. “We That motivation is often centered in a desire to improve communities, said Seth J. You can read more about these and the foundation’s efforts in this piece by Khwaja for the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. . “E

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Design a local route with varying distances to be both competitive and family-friendly. Host a Community Clean-Up. Take advantage of National Donut Day (6/7) or National Hot Dog Month (July) and host a summer treat-eating competition or bake sale for your cause. Host a Prom for a Purpose. Bike-a-Thon.

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Candid

OCTOBER 11, 2022

This will ensure your project complies with all local, state, and federal regulations. Fiscal sponsorship at Community Initiatives. At Community Initiatives, we provide our sponsored projects with access to Candid’s Foundation Directory Online where they can look for potential funders.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

However, any new nonprofit needs a strong foundation to thrive. Does the community have a strong need for this nonprofit? Make sure that by starting a new nonprofit, you’ll be able to fulfill an unmet need in the community. Does the community seem excited about your nonprofit idea? There are over 1.8

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Greater Giving

MAY 2, 2023

Consider challenging corporate groups or individuals to donate their time at a mental health organization this May to make a difference in your community. Host A Virtual Walks or Runs Many mental health nonprofits hold walks or runs during May as a way to raise awareness and funds for their cause.

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Qgiv

MARCH 28, 2022

501(c)(3) is a designation given to organizations that are exempt from federal taxes and include public charities, private foundations, and private operating foundations. Fundraising expenses include anything to do with fundraising, including various campaign budgets and costs for hosting events. In-kind sponsorships.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2016

What Happened on Give Local America Day? For the past few years, I’ve been facilitating a peer learning group with a small cohort of grantees , all community foundations, hosting Giving Days in their communities using the Giving Day Playbook. Midland Gives, a member of the peer learning group, had a Plan B.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 18, 2012

The Foundation Center and TechSoup Global have announced a new strategic alliance ! As our newest collaboration takes shape, we’re exploring new opportunities to co-host events and share our content with the aim of expanding knowledge and insights with wider audiences in the social-benefit sector. About the Foundation Center.

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