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Michael Jordan Makes Largest Individual Donation in Make-A-Wish history

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Basketball legend Michael Jordan proves that it is better to give than to receive by making a record-setting donation of $10 million to Make-A-Wish America in honor of his 60th birthday on Feb. The gift is the largest from an individual in the organization's 43-year history.

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CanadaHelps’ 2024 Giving Report reveals the number of Canadians donating to charity hits lowest point in recent history

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The Giving Report 2024: From Disconnection to Collective Action highlights significant declines in the number of Canadians donating to charities, while thousands of charities struggle to meet heightened demand for their services, and the […] The post CanadaHelps’ 2024 Giving Report reveals the number of Canadians donating to charity hits (..)

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February Cause Awareness: Black History Month

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February is Black History Month in many countries in the United States and Canada, an annual observance dedicated to honoring and acknowledging the valuable contributions of Black people in both nations. Keep reading to learn more about Black History Month and how you can get involved!

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Unlocking Digital Giving: 7 Essential Steps to Accept Donations Online

Nonprofit Tech for Good

As the world becomes increasingly more digital, nonprofits around the globe are recognizing the importance of accepting online donations as a form of giving. Online giving can provide numerous benefits for nonprofits, from increasing donation amounts to improving donor engagement.

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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

This is why volunteerism has played such a major role throughout history. In this guide, we’ll take a broad look at volunteerism to explore its history and benefits. We’ll cover: Volunteerism definition History of volunteerism Types of volunteerism Why is volunteerism important? Let’s take a closer look at this phenomenon!

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6 Strategies to Boost Donation Revenue for Your Nonprofit

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In difficult circumstances, it’s helpful to return to the fundraising basics to ensure you’re making the most of tried and true strategies to boost your nonprofit’s donation revenue. This guide will review these tips for bringing in more donations: Prioritize building strong supporter relationships. Explain the impact of donations.

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March Cause Awareness: Women’s History Month

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March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor women’s accomplishments throughout history and recognize history-makers that have contributed to advancing and protecting women’s rights in our society. Learn how you can take the time to celebrate Women’s History Month with our list of ideas and nonprofits you can support!

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