sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

“Why is a hospital foundation getting involved in quality-of-life issues?”. This simple answer is why MHP Foundation is shifting our fundraising focus to the social determinants of health within our community. Our greatest challenge as the MHP Foundation will be informing and motivating donors to this new case for support.

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Candid

MAY 15, 2024

At the Honnold Foundation, we had been working in partnership with grassroots organizations for some time before we learned that there was a term for the kind of grantmaking we do: trust-based philanthropy (TBP). With an open call, we eliminate the need to be part of the “in” crowd to receive funding.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2022

When smaller, place-based foundations collaborate and align their work, they provide unique value to local communities and nonprofits. Still, many foundations shy away from working together, assuming it will require considerable time and a loss of independence. . Benefits of Funder Collaboration .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

For example, accepting gifts of stock by opening a brokerage account, accepting Venmo donations, accepting cryptocurrency , and accepting donations from Alexa (Amazon devices). Offer to write letters of intent or grant requests for the organization and possibly even submit them to foundations or companies. Prospecting.

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Blue Fox

JUNE 18, 2023

In addition to meetings and team bonding, we visited two long-term clients: STARability Foundation , including their STAR Store & Studio , and the Flint Pen Strand Trail, preserved and managed by CREW Land & Water Trust. STARability Foundation Tour ​Our first stop was the STAR Store and Studio in Naples, Florida.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

Giving by foundations managed to grow by 2.5 Despite giving more in 2022 than 2021, the impact by foundations actually declined by 5% because of inflation. One area of growth was giving to foundations. Then, focus on attracting donations in the form of grants from foundations, bequests, and corporate donations.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

They open up windows to the world and inspire us to explore and achieve, and contribute to improving our quality of life,” said famed writer and producer Sidney Sheldon. Funding includes large awards such as $1 million from the Annenberg Foundation to the United States Library of Congress. Want to find the Candid partner nearest you?

Library 98

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Your best board members are like a treasure trove of expertise—guiding decision-making, fueling innovation, and opening doors to resources and networks that would otherwise remain out of reach. Board match programs in your community that your local community foundation or United Way may offer. Announce it publicly.

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

Here are some particulars of places you might find funding: Private foundations — These vary a lot in size, may (or may not) have a website, and absolutely have a 990 you should check out to make sure you’re a good fit. Corporate foundations — These foundations are associated with a company and will also have a 990 you can review.

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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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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Glasspockets.org is a website sponsored by the Foundation Center that is focused on transparency among funders. foundations still don’t have websites, quite possibly intentionally. The objectives of the Glasspockets project are actually pretty simple: Inspire private foundations to greater openness in their communications.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 30, 2015

Note from Beth: Give Local America , powered by Kimbia’s technology, is an effort to coordinate giving days on one platform. Last year, Give Local America raised more than $53 million from more than 306,000 gifts in 2014. Give Local America emphasizes small, local nonprofits. 3) Open to All Nonprofits.

America 50

America Local History Giving 50

Candid

JULY 20, 2022

To understand how the pandemic impacted the philanthropic sector and civil society organizations around the world, we reached out to local experts who shared their observations and experiences over the past two years. For example, donors became more aware of the gaps in access to technology and transportation for nonprofit staff.

India 131

India Philanthropy Disaster Fund 131

CauseVox

JANUARY 31, 2023

This $400 million investment through the National Funders (The Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, and United Way Centraide Canada) will be used to support Canadian nonprofits to strengthen and transform their operations in post-pandemic recovery. Systems and Processes, apply to Community Foundations of Canada (CFC).

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Candid

JANUARY 17, 2023

Foundation funding for workers’ rights i. According to Candid data, funding from large foundations to workers’ rights nonprofits more than doubled between 2007 and 2019, from $14.5 Source: Foundation 1000. Source: Foundation 1000. The Ford Foundation was by far the biggest funder of workers’ rights nonprofits.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Note from Beth: Yesterday, I was the honored guest at a Google Hangout hosted by the Packard Foundation to celebrate the work that I have done over the last five years as Visiting Scholar at the Packard Foundation. It was wonderful to see colleagues in the room and online, reflect on the work, and talk about next steps.

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) has been part of Candid’s Funding Information Network since 1980, providing local nonprofits and the public with access to Candid’s resources, including Foundation Directory, for free. Q&A with a Toledo-based library on building community capacity.

Library 98

Library Grant Local Roles 98

Candid

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Unions can vary dramatically in size (partially due to the local vs. national structure we explained last week). The national arm of the National Association of Letter Carriers (as opposed to any of the locals) is by far the largest union in terms of revenue, bringing in $1.78 Financial data. billion in assets, $26.3 billion dollars.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 22, 2023

So, it begins… your year-end-campaign message writing session: You stare at the blank page, open last year’s materials for inspiration, type a few sentences… delete them. You open LinkedIn to see if any other organizations you respect have shared new messages (“Am I already late to the game?”)

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Candid

MARCH 26, 2024

Individual donors and foundations increasingly view data “ as the fuel for innovation and social change.” This can lead to funding shortages: A 2021 study by Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy found that AANHPI communities receive just 20 cents of every $100 awarded by foundations.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 19, 2024

For example, if you’re talking with someone who tells you they want to make a pledge, that’s an opening to discuss ways they can give that will offer them personal and financial benefits. Other things you can do include: Meet with local DAF sponsor organizations. of those gifts were given anonymously.

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Donor Fund Giving Sponsor 91

Candid

OCTOBER 13, 2022

To better deliver on our mission, and help you more easily find articles on foundation transparency, we have consolidated our funders’ content from Transparency Talk, the former GlassPockets blog, into Candid’s Blog. Hole in the Road to Transparency: People with Disabilities Often Excluded by Foundations & Nonprofits.

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Paypal Foundation Lesson Grant 59

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 9, 2014

The Forum, which has been bringing philanthropists as well as political and social sector leaders from around the world to Silicon Valley since 2001, hosted the Presidents of two foundations: Robert Gallucci of the MacArthur Foundation and Reeta Roy of The MasterCard Foundation.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

At this year’s Council on Foundations conference in New Orleans, I had the honor of doing a mini-workshop for CEOs of Community Foundations as part of a half-day pre-conference session organized by the Knight Digital Media Center called “Digital Strategies for Community Foundations.”

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 8, 2021

By: Jas Finnell, Digital Strategy Manager at Riley Children’s Foundation. However, take time to identify well-known key stakeholders and brand advocates who have an influence in your community, like your CEO, local celebrities, and those impacted by your mission. Digital Strategy Manager at Riley Children’s Foundation.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

Similar to the list I shared for nonprofits focusing on education , arts and culture tends to be a very popular issue area for American foundations. The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. Ford Foundation. Mellon Foundation.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

For example, our first Impact Lab cohort designed Service Match , an open-source app designed for case managers who connect people experiencing homelessness to vital human services. Access to nutritious food is foundational to a healthy, thriving community and society. and supporting small farmers in remote areas globally.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 11, 2023

After all, there are thousands of foundations out there that exist to give money away. Most foundations want to see 3-5 years’ experience first before they’ll give you money for programs. Just because you received a grant from a foundation one year doesn’t mean you’ll receive it every year or ever again. Not apply for a grant.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But first, you need to build a solid foundation so your nonprofit will thrive, not struggle. If you want to increase capacity, open another shelter so more people in need of shelter will be able to find a bed, work closely with existing shelters to understand demand. Build a solid foundation. Is the need for more beds seasonal?

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2013

This week we learn about the Resilient Africa Network (RAN), which is helping African students use open data for disaster relief. There is also some interesting insight into the link between open development and social impact bonds, while the data dilemma is brought to the fore. It was originally published on NetSquared.

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

There is no better time to support local and national nonprofits protecting LGBTQ rights and serving the LGBTQ community, and while there are far too many organizations doing great work to list them all, these are a few that we're big fans of. They work at the local, state, and federal level to advance transgender equality.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 15, 2023

Here are some options for you: Support the First Responders The American Red Cross and the American Red Cross of Hawaii have mobilized to open shelters, distribute emergency supplies, help with damage assessment, and locate missing loved ones. If you’re interested in donating to support relief efforts, you can make a gift here.

Hawaii 52

Hawaii Help Disaster Fund 52

DipJar

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The team is raising funds for Cross the Line Foundation and K9s for Warriors , two organizations dedicated to fighting veteran suicide. As the race draws closer, the four are preparing for the reality of 40 or 50 days at sea in an open boat. One of the highlights of last year’s holiday season was an event at a local distillery.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

It brings together foundations and funds that are primarily dedicated to support or have a significant program to support those organizations. Grant Research Tip: As you search beyond this list for potential funders, many foundations will state that they do not accept unsolicited requests for funding. PADI AWARE Foundation.

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Conservancy Environment Grant Alaska 57

Kindful

AUGUST 9, 2021

Foundations in the United States focus their funding priorities on many different issues. If your nonprofit is seeking funding, it’s critical to identify the foundations whose interests and funding priorities align with your own. Education is one of the more popular issues that many foundations focus on. Mellon Foundation.

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DipJar

JANUARY 28, 2022

Managed by the Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources Department, the Gardens are free and open to the public year-round. Located just minutes from several beaches, the Gardens are a popular spot for local residents and visitors alike. . The Foundation is a membership organization with a small but growing member base.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

You can check out programs like the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Talk Away the Dark or attend a training by the American Association of Suicidology. Make mental health an open topic with your friends and family, and regularly check in with the people you love. Donate to support their mission here.

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