Candid

AUGUST 6, 2021

The Ford , Skoll , and Compton foundations have announced the launch of a donor collaborative to help strengthen the impact of moving image storytelling. Ford, Skoll, and Compton foundations press release 07/28/2021.

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sgEngage

MARCH 29, 2023

Consider if outsourcing makes sense for your organization, especially if you lack the necessary budget or skilled staff to build a strong internal finance department or for situations that require a specific skillset. Your leadership must create an ethical foundation that starts at the top.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

While there are many types of grants your organization can apply for, there are three main sources of funding for these grants: the government, corporations, and foundations. Foundations Foundations set aside money to support nonprofits in a specific location or specific areas of interest for the foundation.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

Document your reporting requirements, both internal to your leadership and board as well as what reports you require from your grantees. Will you make the shift from internal reviewers for your application to tapping people from outside your organization? Include who is involved in those application reviews and how decisions are made.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2022

Established in 2020 as an independent entity, the WHO Foundation complements and strengthens the work of WHO and its global network of partners by mobilizing new funding from diverse sources—including philanthropists, corporate entities, and the public—to power WHO’s mission. Setting up a Secure, Yet Flexible Platform.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2020

Pro Bono Australia provide news, jobs and resources for the common good. Founded in 1990, the National Council of Nonprofits is a trusted resource and advocate for America’s charitable nonprofits. 10) Foundation List (US) :: foundationlist.org. 10) Foundation List (US) :: foundationlist.org.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 19, 2023

From creating a financial cushion to clearly managing your financial reporting, your finance team can create a strong foundation to help you weather whatever the new year has in store. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year. Watch an on-demand product tour today.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

2) Amnesty International Store :: shop.amnestyusa.org. Proceeds benefit Amnesty International, a nonprofit that works for the human rights of all people – no matter who they are or where they are. 7) Electronic Frontier Foundation Shop :: supporters.eff.org/shop. 22) Serrv International :: serrv.org.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 11, 2024

A well-crafted RFP attracts the right partners and lays the foundation for successful projects. Each tip includes additional resources and ideas for getting the best experience for any RFP or hiring your next partner. Use resources like Google and professional networks to ask questions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

By Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE , Founder and CEO at The International Social Impact Institute and Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, adapting to the digital realm has become a pivotal challenge. limited budget, time, resources) and requirements (e.g.,

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Classy

APRIL 20, 2021

McGruder, the Ford Foundation’s Chief Operating Officer and Treasurer, oversees Ford’s global operations and finances for its offices in New York, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. I view it as an extension of my work at the Ford Foundation. Please join us in welcoming her to the Classy family.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 19, 2021

Grantmaking foundations have the financial resources that nonprofit organizations need to accomplish their work. Nonprofit organizations are doing the work essential to further the grantmaking foundation’s mission. Grantmaking practices are important to grantmaking foundations. Clearly define the foundation’s mission.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 19, 2023

From creating a financial cushion to clearly managing your financial reporting, your finance team can create a strong foundation to help you weather whatever the new year has in store. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year.

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sgEngage

JUNE 3, 2022

Information Technology and internal controls. Listen Now: Resources. Tip Sheet: 15 Questions Foundations Should Ask as Part of Their Grantee Due Diligence. Internal Controls Resource Toolkit. Financial information, including budgets, financial statements, and IRS Form 990.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 5, 2016

There are more and more resources and opportunities for nonprofit professionals seeking to learn about how to use measurement and data. You will also find a well-curated resource toolkit that includes articles, books, tools, and resources. How to collect data? Making meaning. Communicating Results. How To Collect Data.

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Candid

MAY 20, 2024

in 2010, yet nonprofits that support their needs lack the necessary financial resources. Foundation for Women’s report, Pocket Change: How Women and Girls of Color Do More with Less , as of 2017, the median foundation grant awarded to “organizations by and for women and girls of color” was $15,000. According to the Ms.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 20, 2019

2) Amnesty International Store :: shop.amnestyusa.org. Proceeds benefit Amnesty International, a nonprofit that works for the human rights of all people – no matter who they are or where they are. 12) National Park Foundation Gift Shop :: nationalparks.org/gift-shop. 17) Serrv International :: serrv.org.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Grant professionals have historically used Form 990 tax information filings as a central resource for cutting a long list of maybe-maybe-not foundations down to a short list of solid prospects. Part XV, Line 3 of that form requires foundations to list the amounts, recipients, and purposes of grants made in the fiscal year.

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Candid

MARCH 16, 2022

It was original published on the Council on Foundations' website. . Over the last two weeks, the Council on Foundations has received scores of questions from the field about how to help the Ukrainian people during the ongoing Russian invasion, including during our recent webinar with the State Department.

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Everyaction

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Created in 1998, the United Nations Foundation links the United Nations' work with others around the world, helping the UN address a range of global issues, including climate change, global health, women’s empowerment, peace and security, poverty eradication, and more. What does the United Nations Foundation do?

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Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Those conversations led to the Washington Area Women’s Foundation ’s (WAWF) report Thrive As They Lead: Advancing the Infrastructure to Support Black Women Leaders in the D.C. This disparity underscores what the leaders in the report say about the need for equitable support and resources. “I

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

Or possibly the organization is updating their internal controls and wants to make sure their changes are sufficient and reasonable. Create Clear Channels of Communication Effective communication is the foundation of any successful relationship. This type of collaboration should be happening throughout the year.

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sgEngage

JULY 12, 2022

While there are many considerations for beginning (or expanding on) a grantmaker’s DEI journey, all organizations must prioritize the commitment from their leadership, their internal processes, and their grantmaking practices. 2. Internal Processes: Grantmakers Must Look Inward. 1. Leadership: DEI Starts at the Top.

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Forum One

MAY 28, 2024

Organized by the International Awards Association (IAA) , the awards recognize and honor the outstanding performance, talent, and effort of the best digital and creative professionals worldwide. We’re proud to share that Forum One was recently honored as a 2024 Vega Awards winner of 11 awards in five different categories!

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

International Medical Corps. International Medical Corps is raising funds to expand access to medical and mental health services for those living in affected communities. International Rescue Committee. Kidsave is keeping children and families together in Ukraine, providing shelter, resources, and food. The Red Cross.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

year-over-year in June 2022—the highest rate in over 40 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics—we asked foundations how inflation would affect their operations. But what about the implications for foundation staff? Meanwhile, salaries at community foundations have risen at a slightly lower rate with each consecutive year.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

That said, organic reach has been dropping slightly for LinkedIn Pages over the last year and will likely continue to do so, but the recent growth in its popularity, the demographics of its users, and the ability to connect with donors and engage corporate sponsors and foundations have made LinkedIn a must-use social network for nonprofits.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Recommended resource: How to conduct a content inventory and audit. Recommended resource: How to write a project charter. Recommended resources: A guide to Google Analytics and A guide to obtaining user feedback. The vendor will craft the system and recommendations according to your internal constraints and capabilities.

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Qgiv

JUNE 11, 2024

Principles of community-centric fundraising The principles of community-centric fundraising are foundational to anchoring this fundraising method to its initiatives in race, equity, and social justice. CCF encourages collaboration and mutual support, creating a network of shared resources and goals for everyone to work towards.

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Candid

MAY 4, 2022

The COVID-19 crisis has shined a spotlight on the value of philanthropy and, for this reason, many foundation representatives believe society at large will expect philanthropy to address global distress in the future. First, we learned that during the pandemic, European foundations engaged in both local and cross-border giving in new ways.

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Bloomerang

MAY 27, 2021

The challenge of human resources: volunteer re-engagement. Rebuilding the financial base: resource opportunities for post-pandemic grants. Here’s a useful list of resources and access points to help your nonprofit today. The Community Foundation Public Awareness Initiative. Grant opportunities for U.S. based nonprofits.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Here are a few questions to get you started: What is an appropriate ask amount for a nonprofit who has never been funded by your foundation? Candid’s Foundation Directory Essential is a fast, easy-to-use tool that offers you free instant access to 100,000 U.S. foundation profiles. Here are a few of them.

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Candid

AUGUST 25, 2021

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation is making a bold and public move to use Candid’s GuideStar profile and demographic survey to track data from grant applicants and recipients. Brad: Nancy, what a pleasure to talk with you today about this groundbreaking partnership between the Packard Foundation and Candid.

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sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2024

Projects like these can drain resources, take more time than necessary, and quickly become your least favorite meeting on your calendar. A well-developed project charter can help to keep stakeholders aligned from the onset, avoid common risks and pitfalls, and ensure that you’re making the most effective use of your resources.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Heifer International Gift Catalog. Natural Resource Defense Council Green Gifts. Plan International Gifts of Hope. Seva Foundation Gifts of Service. David Shelrick Wildlife Trust Orphan Adoptions. Defenders of Wildlife Adoptions. Kiva Cards. Mercy Corps Gifts. Nature Conservancy Gifts of Nature. Save the Chimps Adoptions.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Successful grant management for your nonprofit, foundation, or federal grant recipient depends on doing the small tasks well, such as internal controls and risk management, while also understanding what opportunities (and threats) are ahead. Internal controls are not just for finance people anymore.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

One of the most amazing nonprofit storytellers I ever heard in my life is Alberto Cairo (International Committee of the Red Cross) who delivered a truly inspirational speech during the International Fundraising Congress closing plenary. A few good resource for tips, tools, and best practices for nonprofit storytelling: Goodman Center.

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