sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 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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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Your first step is defining what your mission and programs will look like in an adjusted environment. There’s convenience in online connections, and a new appreciation for safety in “touchless” program delivery.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 14, 2014

For very small nonprofits, this may not be true, but for medium and large nonprofits—or small nonprofits with a desire to grow their brand recognition and donors base—it’s becoming widely understood that new media managers have a unique and valuable skill set. Good Writing Skills. First and foremost, it’s a writing position.

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sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

In a sector that is so risk-averse—afraid of change, reluctant to explore new ideas, and adopt new practices—why do we rely on super risky problem-solving skills? The Funder’s Role in Risk Funders—by which I mean donors, foundations, impact investors, and government agencies that grant financial support—disincentivize risk in a few ways.

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Candid

JANUARY 17, 2024

Free nonprofit educational resources Most nonprofit leaders hold deep expertise in their organization’s focus area, but not everyone working in the social sector arrives equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to fundraise effectively. foundations have websites.

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.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

Gather information and resources from organizations that are successfully implementing programs. A professional DEI training program can help people identify blind spots and biases while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere. Create a more inclusive culture by providing DEI training to directors and staff.

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Charity Village

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Some are specifically designed to support hiring or skills training, while others are geared toward social development programs or innovative research projects. Because grants are non-repayable funds provided by a corporation, trust, foundation or governmental department, grant approval is […].

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2019

By Alec Green , Chief Marketing Evangelist at NonprofitReady.org , an online hub of 400+ free online courses in topics ranging from fundraising to grant writing, leadership to program management. Too often, nonprofit professionals don’t receive the training they need. Fox Foundation, DoSomething.org, and the ALS Association.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

Their priorities range from facilitating book donation drives to supporting arts education to funding playground construction and family literacy programs. . The Awesome Foundation. New Earth Foundation. Cornell Douglas Foundation. Kellogg Foundation. Whole Kids Foundation. Emeril Lagasse Foundation.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 11, 2016

What Business Application Training Accomplishes. In corporate training programs, often the focus is strictly on compliance. By instilling basic business skills courses within your program employees can quickly obtain the business skills they do not know they require to succeed in their roles.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Empower your staff as innovators through technology training. Routine training is key to better skilled and more productive employees. Additionally, training your staff helps them invest in your organization.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Tailoring your recruitment efforts to find individuals whose skills and expertise align with your organization’s mission is fundamental. Step 1: Laying the groundwork for effective board recruitment Before diving into the recruitment process, it’s essential to lay a strong foundation by thoroughly preparing your organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

They were surprised that these partners still wanted to help and were okay with re-allocating those funds to other program needs, such as moving event table fees to sponsor online auctions. These were skills that would have made the transition after COVID-19 began much smoother. What new skills do you want to cultivate?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. Press Forward seeks to stop and reverse that trend.

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Volunteer Hub

AUGUST 18, 2022

Boosting volunteer morale can lead to a more engaged volunteer workforce, and an engaged volunteer workforce can achieve program goals. Surveying volunteers can help you identify areas of your program that are strong and other areas that could use improvement. Add Gamification to Your Volunteer Recognition Program.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 23, 2024

A strong volunteer program is the backbone of many nonprofits. Equipping them with volunteer orientation knowledge ensures they understand the value proposition of volunteers and can champion: Effective Volunteer Recruitment: Board members and committee members can leverage their networks to attract skilled volunteers.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Learn what resources your local community foundation, nonprofit resource center, or library may offer to help you find and connect with new funders, including free access to Candid’s tools and resources. Find out if you qualify for a free year of Foundation Directory as part of our Go for the Gold program.)

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 10, 2013

In addition, I was lucky enough to be the online facilitator for a virtual leadership program for arts administrators co-hosted by the Cornell University School of Management where I learned and practiced a range of instructional techniques for teaching adults. Training Design'

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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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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Due to this collective mastery, your work offers an invaluable skill set that uniquely positions development professionals for leadership at nonprofit and philanthropic agencies. Demographics: Foundations and corporate funders will want to know who is benefiting from your nonprofit’s services. Do you serve K-12 students?

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NTEN

APRIL 29, 2021

Our Digital Inclusion Fellowship is an excellent opportunity to expand your organization’s programming and strengthen community ties. Cleveland, OH: 2 positions (sponsored by The Cleveland Foundation). Felicia Tillman, a fellow from Atlanta, formed partnerships to bring digital literacy training to uniquely sweet spaces.

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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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ASU Lodestar Center

JANUARY 18, 2012

posted by Sentari Minor , Program Specialist, The Rodel Foundation of Arizona. Key volunteers are the most dedicated and skilled of your organization’s volunteers who can essentially take on the duties of staff when resources are limited. Sentari Minor is a Program Specialist for the Rodel Foundation of Arizona.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 25, 2019

Skilled volunteers are a special type of volunteer. These volunteers are individuals who volunteer in the capacity of their everyday work or with skills that they are specifically trained in. Often times the skilled volunteer also has skill sets and trainings that most paid staff within the nonprofit do not have.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 18, 2010

When my colleagues at the Benetech Human Rights Program first visited the NHRC in 2005, the organization lacked the basic computer infrastructure necessary to use Martus. The MacArthur Foundation provided key support for the project by not only financing our work, but also funding computer literacy training for NHRC staff.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 8, 2022

This culture can bring about the desired outcomes of staff, volunteers, and members who reflect the community, having a team possessing strong problem-solving skills, and leadership that embraces innovation. It also takes training. Significant resources have been invested in diversity training. This takes time.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 10, 2022

This two-day global event will help you craft better relationships with the people who care about your cause, leverage data to maximize your impact, and build a stronger foundation to thrive no matter what comes next. Reason #3: Learning Labs & Hands-On Training. and Cure Cancer. You spoke and we listened.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 15, 2012

I was honored to be a trainer as part of the launch of the ACE Leaders Project, a program developed by the Institute of International Education Sub-Saharan Regional Office and supported by the Packard Foundation. Most of the training days took place in rural Rwanda on Lake Muhazi – which was a beautiful place.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 19, 2024

Leading a nonprofit requires a unique set of skills that go beyond traditional management styles. They prioritize staff development, providing opportunities for growth and skill-building. This annual event brings together more than 3,000 fundraising professionals for three days of unparalleled training, networking, and inspiration.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2020

We wrote a paper about Nonprofits and Machine Learning for NTEN and wrapping a research paper for the Gates Foundation on how these new technologies might scale generosity and the challenges. A great deal of my training work is done face-to-face. Skills in this area I want to deepen are reflection and creativity.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Having been the only one in my business school class who chose a career in the nonprofit sector, I was able to use my MBA training to lead change and turnarounds. For the previous 25 years, the CEO, a social worker by training, had built a large board that, over time, had become unwieldy.

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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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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Empower them by giving them the training, tools, and inspiration to lead effectively. Board match programs in your community that your local community foundation or United Way may offer. These programs can connect you with potential board members already engaged in philanthropy and community building.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

OCTOBER 4, 2018

John's Hospital Foundation has been working since 1999 to support St. With their support, the medical center is now rated 5 stars by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services or CMS (a hospital rating agency) and the foundation is continuing its incredible work to build a living center and meet the needs of their local community.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Byte Back is a nonprofit computer skills and career training center located in Washington, D.C. Glenn taught himself the skills needed to maintain and repair computers. In the mid-1990s, Glenn met with his friend Barbara Altman to share his idea of opening a computer and career training center in Honduras.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

You can sell multiple items to your members – everything from events to subscriptions to branded merchandise to training and certification courses. Increase revenue from your professional education program ?by Invest in your training and certification programs. Here are some ideas: Set up a state-of-the-art online store.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Food banks can operate on a large scale that requires expensive equipment and skilled management. How much of their budget is appropriate to spend on new equipment, skilled managers and everything else required for an organization to thrive and endure? Many funders even set admin and fundraising caps in grant agreements.

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