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Forward Unto the Breach: Don’t Rest on Nonprofit Laurels

Bloomerang

Here are signs your work may be in the danger (red) or caution (yellow) zone, rather than full speed ahead (green) zone: Your budget has stayed the same for quite some time, or it has shrunk. In the Broadway musical “Hamilton,” the lead character of Alexander sings about who he and America are meant to be. First, assess where you are.

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40+ Unforgettable Live Auction Items that Sell Well

Bloomerang

Musician’s clothing Costumes Musical instruments Include a certificate of authenticity with the item to reassure donors of its credibility. Tickets to a musical or play It can be tricky to get tickets when popular musicals like Les Misérables or Hamilton come to town.

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Interview with My Dad, Tom Aageson, Co-Founder, Global Center for Cultural Entrepreneurship

Have Fun - Do Good

"If we start losing cultural diversity, we begin to lose our whole sense of community because community is defined by culture. My dad is the co-founder of the Global Center for Cultural Entrepreneurship. They also enrich the community's culture, and they use cultural capital. That's cultural entrepreneurship."

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60+ Spring Fundraising Ideas for Every Nonprofit

Qgiv

Put on some Irish music and work with a local dance company to show off some Irish Riverdance for a more festive celebration. Local gardening experts can have the chance to demonstrate their green thumb and teach others in workshops that cover topics such as organic gardening, composting, or urban gardening. Patrick’s Day.

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Your Official 17NTC Local's Guide to DC

EveryAction

Songbyrd may seem like a coffee place, but it brings a lot more to the table, including a robust live music and event calendar. The hottest ticket in DC has to be the National Museum of African American History & Culture. Macintyre's (Woodley Park). Right Proper (Shaw). Songbyrd Record Cafe. Filter Coffeehouse (Dupont Circle).

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Nomad Cafe: How to Start a Green Cafe

Have Fun - Do Good

Have you ever thought about starting a green cafe? When the WorldChanging SF bloggers had their first face-to-face meeting there, I asked Chris if he would do an e-interview with me about how he started the cafe, what makes it green and how other people can start their own green cafes. Create a business plan. Secure financing.

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Michelle’s RiseUP Fellowship Experience: RiseUP Fellow to Full Time Employee

Media Cause

But, it’s time to face the music for the opportunity to share what, in short, as cliche as it sounds, has changed the trajectory of my career, and life. If you’re reading this, you’re likely either: A—Hoping to be chosen for this incredible program.