AARP Now Accepting 2024 Community Challenge Grant Applications
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 12, 2024
AARP invites local eligible nonprofits and governments across the country to apply for the 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant program.
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NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 12, 2024
AARP invites local eligible nonprofits and governments across the country to apply for the 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant program.
Charity Village
MARCH 15, 2024
The Government of Ontario announced that applications are now open for the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program. The grants, ranging from $1000 to $25,000, support local, not-for-profit community groups and organizations to deliver programs and learning opportunities for Ontarians aged 55+.
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NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
The Parkinson's Foundation has announced it is accepting applications for $1 million in community grant funding. The 2024 community grants cycle will support health, wellness and educational programs that address unmet needs in local Parkinson's disease (PD) communities.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 7, 2023
BryteBridge announced the spring 2023 winners of its new Microgrant Program, which is aimed at assisting emerging nonprofits in making a positive impact on their local communities. BryteBridge plans to distribute $20,000 in cash and service grants through the program this year.
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 27, 2023
AARP invites local eligible organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2023 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 15 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
The Foundation is investing more than $5M to support organizations that leverage community organizing to shift power by helping underserved communities access federal and local funding and control how those funds are spent. Marguerite Casey Foundation launched its “Public Dollars for Public Goods” initiative.
Non Profit Quarterly
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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.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Authentique Agency announced the launch of its newest initiative, "Project 1800," an inaugural program developed to support the community by offering 1,800 pro bono hours annually to deserving U.S. nonprofits. Qualified organizations will receive free marketing resources and services from Authentique's team of professionals.
Bloomerang
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. What’s the problem? Press Forward seeks to stop and reverse that trend.
DipJar
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Joyce is the development and marketing manager for the library, which serves both Brunswick and the smaller community of Harpswell. Curtis was Joyce’s local library when she moved to Maine, and she has been in her position for the past ten years. . That tradition of local support and philanthropy sustains Curtis to this day.
Candid
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Data is critical in evaluating programs, demonstrating the need for new services, and helping nonprofits build an airtight case for support. This practice makes it harder, if not impossible, for us to adequately advocate for diverse communities and demonstrate their unique needs. For example, aggregated data from the U.S.
Qgiv
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Corporate giving programs, which are akin to corporate social responsibility programs , often reflect a business’s moral compass. Learn how corporate giving programs can help your organization in this quick guide! This practice helps businesses cement stronger relationships with the communities they serve.
CauseVox
JANUARY 31, 2023
The Government of Canada has rallied behind nonprofits with its historic Community Services Recovery Fund. Sign up for Community Services Recovery Fund tips and updates: We will be launching free resources to help with the application process in the coming days and weeks. Applications are due on February 21, 2023.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 21, 2021
As a non-profiteer of many years, I have known donor giving programs to be described via a myriad of terms; sustainment, long-term, continued, recurring – all ways to describe the length of the relationship a donor establishes with a non-profit. By Morée Lambeth , Lead Content Creator + Writer, Water.org. The value of efficiency.
sgEngage
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Foundations play a crucial role in supporting nonprofit organizations and driving positive change within communities. By embracing a community leadership role, foundations can amplify their impact and empower grantees to achieve long-term, sustainable success.
Bloomerang
MARCH 30, 2023
Has your nonprofit identified an unaddressed need within your community? Need more help running your current programs? If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. Set goals for your volunteer program. Promote your program to recruit volunteers. Evaluate your volunteer program.
Charity Village
MARCH 2, 2022
The 2022 Woodbine Cares Community Investment Program is currently seeking applications from Canadian registered charities! The Woodbine Cares Community Investment Program supports local community organizations […].
Qgiv
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
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?
Charity Village
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The 2021 Woodbine Cares Community Investment Program offers micro-grants that are available to local charitable organizations who focus on creating vibrant and connected communities; producing initiatives that foster a love of horses; and/or work towards creating a more sustainable society.
Classy
MAY 31, 2021
Your organization, then, needs to decide which type of recurring giving program or strategy is best tailored for your community and would incentivize these recurring donations. . There are five main approaches your nonprofit may want to consider if you’re looking to build or expand your recurring giving program.
M+R
APRIL 13, 2023
What are some strategies for giving nonprofit volunteers a great experience and building your program? Enter: Planned Parenthood’s National Volunteer Program (NVP)! From the summer to the end of the year in 2022, the program grew in size, scope, and influence—with lessons we can apply to nonprofit volunteer efforts of all kinds.
Charity Village
JUNE 30, 2021
The Sauder School of Business at UBC is once again excited to announce that applications for the Community Business Project program (CBP) are open for 2021. Since 2011, CBP has partnered with over 100 local organizations, many […].
Kindful
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
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. See if any of the funders serve your community and if you qualify for funding. Funding Priority: Youth Programs.
VisionLink
MAY 18, 2023
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), today announced more than $200 million in new funding for states, territories, and tribes to build local capacity for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and related crisis services."
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 2, 2023
Donors are looking to stay connected to and support the organizations they care most about, and a recurring giving program helps donors break a larger gift into smaller, more affordable portions. Local celebrities can increase awareness of an organization tremendously. Subscription style spending is also the norm for many consumers.
Nonprofits Source
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
Company leaders, on the other hand, know the value of retaining employees, boosting their company’s reputation, and impacting their community. Workplace giving can achieve all of these objectives and more with a carefully developed program, which is why we’ve created this guide! What are the benefits of employee giving programs?
DipJar
AUGUST 6, 2021
Volunteers have the unique capability to bolster your organization and generate excitement and engagement within your wider community. When you focus on optimizing your volunteer program from the ground up, you can give it the foundation it needs to be successful. . Volunteer Communication. Volunteer Recruitment. Let’s dive in!
Charity Village
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Applications are now open for the TD Park People Grants, which provide grassroots community groups with $2,000 to support their vision for environmental education, sustainability and stewardship programs that help connect people to their local parks and green spaces.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
You can then develop ambassador programs or advocacy campaigns targeting these individuals. Optimize your programs Evaluate the success of programs and initiatives by reviewing participant feedback, attendance, and outcomes. In turn, people join their local chapter as members.
Qgiv
DECEMBER 15, 2022
In this, we’re going to talk about two kinds of volunteers: program volunteers and fundraising volunteers. Your Program Volunteers Your Fundraising Volunteers Get Them Trained Provide Them with Useful Tools. Your Program Volunteers. Help Them Get to Know the Program. Teach Them About the Program, Too.
Saleforce Nonprofit
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We invited WEF attendees to take a break from the hustle and bustle by going on a guided walking tour where they would hear from students and activists about their sustainability journeys at several stops connected to climate action, on both a global and a community level.
Candid
APRIL 19, 2021
Candid’s Boys and Men of Color Executive Director Collaborative Program (BMOC) aims to address these challenges by helping nonprofit leaders leverage their strengths and align existing resources to sustain their programming while increasing collective impact for boys and men of color. Organizations need to tread a fine balance.
VisionLink
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
211 is the most comprehensive source of information about local resources and services in the country. It's powered by people: thousands of caring, local experts are available to help, 24/7. All on one multi-partner, multi-program platform to reduce your technology costs. Calls to 211 are confidential and can be anonymous.
Bloomerang
AUGUST 31, 2021
Could you reach out to local food pantries or meal service organizations that could help provide food for your programming or volunteers? Are there local nonprofits that run warehouses or resale shops that you could purchase equipment or furniture from? . Collaborate with high schools and universities.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
APRIL 23, 2023
Please mention that the funds raised are going to help local recipients with covering missed wages while in treatment. Prompt: “Please write an energetic and cheerful letter to last year’s participants about Food for the Community’s Fall fundraiser. Third prize are gourmet baskets donated by local eatery, Yum Yum.
Non Profit Quarterly
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The Local Voices Network (LVN), developed by the nonprofit Cortico in collaboration with the MIT Media Lab , is bringing people together to share their perspectives with each other and with a small electronic “digital hearth” that records their every word. Cortico’s “digital hearth”. July 8, 2019; Nieman Lab.
EveryAction
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While there’s often increased attention on issues affecting the community during Pride month, meaningful and lasting change happens when advocacy happens year-round. Depending on the organization’s size and locality, there may be specific local issues or pieces of legislation that are most important for them to make supporters aware of.
Tech Soup
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TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map is a trove of information on what nonprofits, NGOs, and libraries around the world are doing with their TechSoup-procured IT to further their missions. They’ve made good use of TechSoup’s donation programs. Here is just a sampling of what we have collected so far.
Candid
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Grassroots organizations provide vital services to local communities, yet they struggle to compete for grants against large national nonprofits that can leverage robust development teams, considerable fundraising experience, and established relationships with grantmakers. Here are some steps to get started.
Qgiv
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
As with gift acceptance policies for in-kind and monetary gifts, creating parameters for volunteer engagement that align with your mission, values, and needs can fill gaps for your nonprofit while providing worthwhile opportunities for your community members. scroll down to learn more about them!) Hear it from a volunteer! If so, fantastic!
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 31, 2018
In the local context, Kenyan’s give an extremely high proportion of their earnings as donations (cc. However, this type of community giving (known as Harambee in Kiswahili) usually goes towards individuals rather than organisations, common examples include medical bills, funeral costs & weddings.
Nimble AMS
APRIL 21, 2023
Your organization does much to advocate for industry issues—petitioning local and federal level politicians to generate support for association-backed programs. Member advocates are the backbone of your campaigns and the heart of your advocacy program. Leverage your online community. Get social. Download now
Nonprofit Tech for Good
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Featuring delicious bar fare, craft beers, and favorite local bands, this event is a can’t miss! Proceeds will help us rescue and rehome dogs in need throughout our community. Be a part of the wonderful change we’re able to create through our programs at [YOUR ORG]. 5) Spread the word in local Facebook groups. .
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