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The sgENGAGE Podcast Episode 238: Creating an Advocacy Agenda

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Whether it be convincing a board of directors, finding the time and resources, or seeking funds from grantmakers, many foundations face hurdles in creating an advocacy agenda. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes , Stitcher or your preferred streaming service for future episodes! Creating an advocacy agenda rooted in core values.

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How to Write an Effective Grant Proposal

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While you can use several marketing elements from your individual donor campaigns in your grant applications, creating effective proposals requires some additional considerations. Below, we’ll cover nine best practices and tips on how to write a winning grant proposal. Leverage Language and Formatting From Past Grants.

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Four Reasons Nonprofits Should Care About ESG

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If you can demonstrate that not only are you focused on your mission, but you have also prioritized initiatives like increasing pay equity, reducing your carbon footprint, and diversifying your board of directors, that’s a message that will resonate and set you apart.

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The ongoing revolution in philanthropy: An open-ended reading list

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

Articles, reports, podcasts, and videos: The Problems With Philanthropy, and What We Can Do to Fix Them. Decolonizing Wealth – Nonprofit Radio Podcast. Answers on grant proposals if nonprofits were brutally honest with funders. Philanthropy Reconsidered: Private Initiatives – Public Good – Quality of Life.

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Public Media At Risk

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

The Obama Administration has proposed a slight increase in funding for CPB. The campaign claims that more than half of all Americans experience some form of public media – on radio or television, through the Internet or via podcast – each week. But really, the debate should not be between deep cuts and holding steady.

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How to Become a Trusted Voice in Your Field

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But, in almost all cases, donors give after having a memorable interaction with an individual, be it an executive director, fundraiser or volunteer. However, it’s also important to remember that people give to people. Yes: donors want to further the cause—of course! Do you have a blog? A good writer for that blog? A Twitter account?

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The sgENGAGE Podcast Episode 206: New Rules for Corporate Purpose

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In today’s interview with Judy Samuelson, Founder and Executive Director of the Aspen Business and Society Program, you’ll learn about her new book, The Six New Rules of Business, and why she’s been on a mission to disrupt economist Milton Friedman’s narrative about corporate purpose. Why Judy’s proposed new rules are necessary.

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