Candid

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Exposure to diverse cultural perspectives promotes tolerance and broadens their outlook, contributing to a well-rounded and resilient foundation for personal and intellectual growth. This is a good start, but to be usable in a grant proposal, it needs to cite sources. 2013; Upitis et al.,

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Generation Artist Arts Instructional Design 111

Bloomerang

MARCH 10, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether it’s okay to apply for a corporate grant and sponsorship at the same time: Is it okay to make an ask for a sponsorship (say, for an event) from a corporation AND separately to that corporation’s independent charitable foundation? Purpose of the grant (e.g.,

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Grant Homeless Proposal Foundation 53

Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

On-demand trainings can be taken any time, with recent topics including fostering an inclusive culture , finding funding , and writing grant proposal budgets. Candid also offers a wide variety of borrowable e-books by topic: DEI, management, fundraising, grant writing, advocacy, etc. Grants to Individuals .

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Student Free New York City San Francisco 119

Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

Whether you’re looking to level up your fundraising skills, invest in innovation, improve your nonprofit’s culture, or take better care of your colleagues and yourself, these 15 books can help you make the difference you desire this year. Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Birkholz and Amy S.

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eBook Culture Nonprofit Skills 111

Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

The Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2022 is the most comprehensive report on philanthropy in America and the data within sheds light on the state of fundraising and ways nonprofits can overcome shortfalls in funding. Giving to arts, culture, and humanities increased 2.9% growth in giving.

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Giving Report Grant Gift 97

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2023

If your organization needs to improve its grant writing skills, it is likely you are only going to seek grant writing consulting. The wound on the outside may appear to be high staff turnover , but a deeper dive into the entire organization’s operations and culture will likely reveal the true reason behind the staff turnover.

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Consultant Culture Nonprofit Issue 85

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Grant makers and nonprofit professionals are now talking openly about some very painful (and inter-related) issues in philanthropy, such as. The Revolution Will Not Be Funded: Beyond the Non-Profit Industrial Complex. The state of grant seeking. What if pizza shops were funded like human service nonprofits?

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Philanthropy Open Participatory Evaluation 98

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

Cynthia Adams, CEO of TechSoup donor partner GrantStation , recently did an important online training webinar on how rural charities and libraries can get grants. The Resource Gap in Rural Funding. The nonprofit Bridgespan Group did a special post-recession report on overcoming the resource gap in rural funding.

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America Fund Resource Library 56

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 14, 2012

A Culture of Learning – Guest post by Teri Behrens. One of the takeaways from the breakout session was the need for foundations to have a growth and learning culture internally before they tackle learning in public. Let’s say you saved even an hour’s worth of paperwork per grant.

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Culture Public Learning Reflection 91

Candid

AUGUST 29, 2023

Consider increasing resources by providing more funding to cover indirect costs and general operating support. deadlines, reporting, grant applications) when possible. This means not condoning a ‘workplace warrior’ culture (e.g., Proposing new projects? Also consider easing demands (e.g.,

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

But it is not just a new buzzword, a box to be checked, or even a singular phase in the grant cycle. Whether you are working within a funding organization or on the ground in social change, developing an effective knowledge practice will help to advance strategic missions and goals. Fast forward to today….

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 67

Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

Researchers who have studied diversity for decades argue that positive outcomes associated with DEI have less to do with financial performance than with values, culture, and the kind of experiences that employees have within the organization. Unless you are committed to making a cultural change, the question of DEI is moot.

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Develop Pennsylvania Mentoring Newsletter 122

sgEngage

APRIL 21, 2021

Trust-based philanthropy is so far from the compliance-oriented culture of traditional philanthropy that it can raise a lot of eyebrows. Multi-year, unrestricted funding gives grantees the flexibility to assess and determine where grant dollars are most needed, and allows for innovation, emergent action, and sustainability.

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Adopt Philanthropy Tips Script 72

NTEN

JULY 24, 2012

In doing so, one statement that resonates with everyone is “No one funds technology.” I’d like to share what I’ve learned so that you might glean something from my experience to help you get the technology funds needed to achieve your mission. Include technology needs in grant proposals. Sounds familiar, right?

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North Carolina Org Fund Technology 70

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 20, 2021

This will create a culture where board members participate in the fundraising before you bring them into deeper engagement. It is essential for your nonprofit organization that you are able to bring board members on track with fundraising to increase funding and stimulate the future of the nonprofit. Initiate the action.

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Fundraising Discussion Chicago Proposal 52

Connection Cafe

MARCH 2, 2015

Maybe you’ve experienced this scenario before: A well-intentioned member of your organization hears about an ‘amazing grant’ that could fund a new project. In a torrent of excitement, the staff member charges off at the chance to enhance their grant revenue. Does this grant & project fit within the long term strategic plan?

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Grant Tips Proposal Fund 20

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

There Has Been a Change In Your Nonprofit’s Scope Over time, technology, politics, and culture will impact your mission and how you approach it. Have you had any major changes in funding? They could be helpful in finding new ways to talk about your mission in your fundraising appeals, grant proposals, and more.

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Examples Language Iowa Nonprofit 95

Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

Exploring funding source prospects. Check your organization’s website, recent RFPs, grant proposals, etc. Use this section as the “elevator pitch” for your fundraising proposal. Exploring funding source prospects. Scroll down to start from the beginning or jump to a section using the links below. Making your case.

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Guide Fundraising Nonprofit Template 108

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 15, 2010

Our funds have helped make Oregonians healthier and better educated, provided greater access to social services and the arts and culture, strengthened the nonprofit sector and improved the environment for all who live and visit here.”. Meyer Memorial Trust is the largest private foundation in Oregon, established from Fred G.

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Oregon Foundation Ideas Award 140

DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Create a request for proposal (RFP). Review their proposals. Develop a basic scoring system for each key stakeholder to use when reviewing and ranking each proposal. Getting Attention – Google Grants. Averill Fundraising Solutions – Annual Fund Strategy. Advancement Resources – Managing Culture Change.

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Consultant Nonprofit Strategy Philanthropy 52

Museum 2.0

JUNE 19, 2013

He casts the whole idea of a great jazz jam in the context of the tragedy of the commons--like a poetry open mic, the jazz club is a community whose experience is fabulous or awful depending on the extent to the culture cultivates and enforces a healthy participatory process. Grant application feedback. Exhibition proposals.

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Participatory Process Open Proposal 51

NonProfit Hub

MARCH 23, 2021

There are several key attributes inherent to the nonprofit sector culture that create a perfect “home” for practicing Lean. Nonprofit professionals often wear many hats, being the grant writer as well as the volunteer coordinator and on the marketing team, for example. What I mean to say is; Lean was made for nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Voice Problem Professional 60

Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Organizational culture. Since upper leadership doesn’t spend much time interacting with lower-level employees, it’s important to ask them for their feedback about improving the organization’s culture and work environment. Empower them to experience all your community has to offer by providing funds for social outings.

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Ideas Practice Leadership Roles 52

Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Charitable Giving Stipends: Companies can award employees with gift cards or add funds designated for donating to their accounts within their employee giving portal. That’s why more companies are turning to year-round strategies like corporate volunteer grants, matching gifts, fundraising matches, and corporate volunteering.

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Trend Examples Giving Ratio 52

Tech Soup

JANUARY 12, 2017

For years I have preached the importance of understanding the true need, the real issue that your organization is trying to solve, and making sure that need is clearly documented and articulated in grant requests. You have to also demonstrate that the approach that you propose to address the issue is built on that understanding.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

The following organizations currently offer grant and funding opportunities for women and/or accept letters of inquiry or proposals. Amber Grant Foundation. New Venture Fund. Vermont Women’s Fund. Global Fund for Women. The Moriah Fund. Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples.

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Empowerment Grant Fund Resource 81

Tech Soup

JANUARY 11, 2017

In my last blog I talked a bit about transparency and how it will apply to organizations seeking grant awards in 2017. In this post I would like to share my thinking around the importance of demonstrating to the grantmaker that your organization reaches out to, and includes, varying cultures. Demonstrating Inclusion.

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Demonstration Articulate Culture Reflection 36

Kindful

MARCH 5, 2021

The following organizations currently offer grant and funding opportunities for women and/or accept letters of inquiry or proposals. Amber Grant Foundation. New Venture Fund. Vermont Women’s Fund. Global Fund for Women. The Moriah Fund. Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples.

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Empowerment Grant Fund Resource 104

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Three ways your CFO can help your nonprofit apply for grants. Most nonprofits strive to include grant funding in their revenue streams but often find that large amounts of know-how (as well as a time commitment from the executive level down to the front line) are needed. Read on to find out more! 20,000 for a $100,000 project).

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Build Grant Application Award 84

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

One of the things that I love at the Packard Foundation is the learning culture. That’s why it is important for funders who need a nonprofit business to make a funding decisions, should also interview the organization. David shared some red flags to look for. Kathy Reich, Packard Foundation and Author David La Piana.

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Review Business Nonprofit Measure 106

NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Here are five common ways foundations cause more problems than they solve: Providing short-term funding for a long-term outcome. As a result, those organizations must take time and energy away from doing the work in order to continually chase funding. Consider the Rotary Club’s long-term commitment to eradicating polio.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2009

The press release from Chase describes the two-step process: In Round One of the Chase Community Giving program, Facebook users will vote for non-profit organizations they think should receive a portion of Chase's philanthropy funds. The next five organizations with the most votes will receive $100,000 each. Or maybe it will fester. .

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Learning Contest Lesson Philanthropy 100

Tech Soup

MAY 13, 2011

2008 was a benchmark year in online fundraising history as Obama won the presidential election with 87% of funds coming through social networking. On the site, social entrepreneurs propose their idea or project, set a funding goal, and identify a “tipping point.”

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Interaction Free Fundraising Cancer 67

The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 9, 2024

It ensures a steady and predictable inflow of funding, which is your golden-ticket to strategic planning, balanced budgeting, and creating long-lasting commitments that are directly in sync with your noble mission. Philanthropy – The Cultural Coaxing You know what’s contagious? The board’s attitude towards fundraising.

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Impact Fundraising Nonprofit Fund 105

Bloomerang

JANUARY 18, 2023

Government funding and donor support. This may include identifying new sources of funding, developing new programs and services, or expanding your organization’s reach and impact. This could include a regimented plan to apply for grants, organize fundraising events, or reach out to potential donors. . Volunteer recruiting.

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Effective Business Create Tips 91

Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Look for grants. One weekend your team brings in a large group of dogs who were neglected and are in need of urgent medical care, which you desperately need funding for. According to AFP’s Fundraising Effectiveness Project , 88% of charitable funds raised come from 12% of donors. Look for grants. Get creative!

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Donation Tips Donor Sponsor 52

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

If you all don’t know Marie, she is the lead consultant over at Funding for Good. If you don’t know Funding for Good, their principal, Mandy Pearce, has been on our webinar series many, many times over the last few years, recommended Marie as her top expert. You may be saying, “What do donors want to fund?”

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