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Philanthropy’s response to the Turkey and Syria earthquake 

Candid

The United Nations also issued an appeal for an additional $1 billion in aid, and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development pledged €1.5 million and an additional 50 pledges worth $51.1 70% of grants and pledges were made with identifiable announcement dates, with 83.5% billion in emergency funds. billion ($1.6

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Pop the champagne: This year Candid’s grants data set turns 21!

Candid

Candid’s grants data set currently includes comprehensive information about over 30 million grants and other philanthropic transactions, such as pledges, in-kind gifts, program-related investments, etc. private and community foundations. And we would narrow the focus to 1,000 of the largest private and community foundations.

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How to Use CauseVox for Fraternity and Sorority Fundraisers

CauseVox

Create Teams of Different Pledge Classes Now, let’s talk about a secret ingredient that can make your capital campaign soar: the power of friendly competition within your own ranks. By creating teams based on different pledge classes, you can tap into the natural camaraderie and rivalry that exists within your chapter.

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7 Spring Fundraising Ideas to Enhance Your Relationship With Current Donors

CauseVox

A Community-Driven Fundraising Campaign. Community-driven fundraising is the ultimate combination of fundraising and engagement. How does community-driven fundraising work to engage donors? Amigos de las Americas uses peer-to-peer fundraising, a type of community-driven fundraising, to engage their supporters.

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5 Creative Angles to Consider for Your Next Fundraising Campaign

Classy

NARAL Pro-Choice Washington linked their supporters to self-care products and services from locally-, women-, and BIPOC-led self-care businesses in hopes of raising money toward their mission to advance reproductive freedom. Build Relationships With Influential Members of Your Community.

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Your Official 17NTC Local's Guide to DC

EveryAction

We're just a few weeks away from one of the most highly-anticipated nonprofit conferences of the year and, seeing as it will be hosted in Washington, DC, our team wanted to share some favorite local spots to eat, drink, and enjoy the sights while visiting for 17NTC. Washington Wizards (Chinatown/Verizon Center). The Dabney.

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18 Successful (Yet Untapped) Fall Fundraising Ideas

CauseVox

Poncey Highland Community Garden. Junior Achievement of Greater Washington Corporate Partner Bowl-A-Thon. Fall marks the beginning of football season so if your community has a high school, college, or maybe even a professional football team, consider hosting a tailgate party fundraiser. come judge the contest. Haunted House.

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