Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

There’s a global book famine afflicting people with disabilities. I have good news: For $5 million a year, we can build a global library that provides tens of millions of people around the world who are blind, low vision, or dyslexic free access to books that will work for them. Why is a global solution to the book famine possible now?

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

For nonprofits whose target audience is primarily underserved youth, the task of finding funding shouldn’t be difficult. Many foundations focus much of their philanthropy work on youth empowerment—and for good reason. See if any of the funders serve your community and if you qualify for funding. Funding Priority: Youth Programs.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 21, 2019

1% via text message ( Global Trends in Giving Report ). However, 19% of donors return within the first 90 days ( The State of Modern Philanthropy Report ). 29% of annual donation volume occurs from #GivingTuesday through the end of the year ( The State of Modern Philanthropy Report ). The average online gift in 2018 was $96.40

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Candid

MAY 9, 2024

Beyond making us less competitive in the global economy, growing wealth inequality puts our democracy at risk; in a nation of “haves” and “have nots,” elite interests are completely removed from the needs of regular people. This concentration of wealth in smaller and smaller corners of the U.S.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. So, while there are a few global and national options below, most are targeted to their communities. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation. Mellon Foundation. Ford Foundation.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 21, 2019

Thus, corporate philanthropy is on the rise. One incentive for corporations to start their own foundations is that the funding comes entirely from their business revenue. Now, corporations are using philanthropy as a business tactic. Increasingly, philanthropy is being used as a form of public relations or advertising.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Earlier this month, Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) released the eighth edition of our annual Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy report. global disaster-related?philanthropy,?analyzing?funding philanthropy,?analyzing?funding In it, we examined?available?2019?data

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Candid

MARCH 21, 2023

billion in emergency funds. Disaster relief giving by individuals and family foundations Candid’s Philanthropy News Digest (PND) has been tracking news about support efforts. million in grants to local nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) in Turkey. An estimated 2.2 billion ($1.6 billion) to Turkey. million) from Allianz , €1.5

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. So, while there are a few global and national options below, most are targeted to their communities. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation. Mellon Foundation. Ford Foundation.

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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. See if any of these funders serve your community and if you qualify for funding. Funding Priority: The Environment and Conservation Efforts. The Green Climate Fund.

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sgEngage

MARCH 17, 2023

In addition, there is increased global awareness of women’s issues such as reproductive rights in the U.S., What does this mean for grantmakers and philanthropy as a whole? We explore the intersection of gender and philanthropy to uncover why women give, how they give, and what causes they support. Women give broadly.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Each year, the nonprofit sector receives extensive data describing philanthropy in the United States. Laura MacDonald, President of Benefactor Group , is a certified fundraising executive with three decades experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and philanthropy. President & Founder, Benefactor Group.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The growing number of refugees worldwide are part of a global crisis. Throughout the year we also partner with various nonprofits — including, Migraflix , Connections Australia , Syrian Community Network, ICNA Relief, and Refugee Congress — that support local refugee populations and resettlement in our communities.

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Support and Donate Statewide & General Relief American Red Cross - Hurricane Ian Relief | redcross.org Center for Disaster Philanthropy’s 2022 Hurricane Season Fund | disasterphilanthropy.org Good360 - Short and Long-Term Relief | good360.org Johns | co.st-johns.fl.us

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 21, 2014

While some may think corporate philanthropy means writing a check and calling it a day, many corporations seek multilayered, strategic partnerships with nonprofits that fall in line with their core business objectives. Understanding corporate motivations behind corporate philanthropy will help you structure a mutually successful partnership.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Allison Fine and I have been looking at artificial intelligence, nonprofits, and philanthropy. It is convening groups to work on a comprehensive global standard-setting process to provide AI with a strong ethical basis that protects human rights and dignity. with support from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Malala Fund’s research estimates 20 million more girls could be out of school after the pandemic ends. Our aim at Malala Fund is to create a world where every girl can access 12 years of free, safe, quality education. Profound Change Starts With Local Partners. with radio-based education during the pandemic.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 5, 2022

Leaders at companies, global brands, nonprofits, and everyone in between are asking that important question: what is a purpose-driven company? The global aviation industry produces around 2% of all human-induced carbon dioxide emissions. This isn’t disinterested philanthropy. What is a purpose-driven business?

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the world of philanthropy, the coming year promises innovative corporate giving trends that can benefit both nonprofit fundraisers seeking support and corporations eager to make a meaningful societal impact. Let’s take a look at eight top corporate philanthropy trends you’ll want to know. Employee Giving Is On The Rise.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 28, 2017

When a natural disaster strikes, I make a donation to my go to national or global charities for disaster relief Team Rubicon, Save the Children , and/or Global Giving. I also ask for recommendations for local charities from colleagues. There are many more local nonprofits, focusing on animals, elderly, children, and more.

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Candid

APRIL 14, 2022

Since March 11, when Candid last looked at the global philanthropic response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, human suffering and economic devastation has only increased. In the meantime, individuals, governments, and private philanthropy fund relief on the ground, trying to keep up with displacement and need on a massive scale.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 9, 2022

For example…” What was interesting is that after they made these types of statements, what they all went on to share about how they granted funds, vetted applications, organized their boards, and the process by which they evaluated their grantee partners was very, very similar. Creating a Connection Through Empathy.

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 25, 2010

It uses data from the Center on Philanthropy Panel Study (COPPS), the nation’s largest study that tracks giving patterns among the same households over time." Women Give 2010 is the first report to compare philanthropic giving between men and women across all income levels based on a nationally representative sample.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

However, with global sea levels still rising rapidly , biodiversity declining at an alarming rate , and the world’s most vulnerable populations bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, it is clear that the efforts of dedicated environmental nonprofits alone are not enough. From nonprofits like 350.org With a digital-first approach, 350.org’s

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Tech Soup

MAY 12, 2014

TechSoup Global’s Dara Westling attended the recent Global Donors Forum in Washington, D.C. to report on Tech for Good trends and also to find out how things are going in one of the most challenging areas of philanthropy: providing much needed help and support to people in the Muslim world. Dara Westling.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2017

I have my go-to global organizations that do a great job at relief efforts on the ground, set up funds for long-term rebuilding, or do a terrific job of vetting local charities to support. Then, I look for local charities on the ground, many times there is a local community foundation that is stepping up.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Funders reported they had swiftly begun distributing emergency funds, had loosened requirements imposed on grantees, and realized the need to commit to deeper change in order to support long-term sector sustainability. Organizations identify funding, policy, and communication as the top ways they want funders to support their work.

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Candid

JULY 1, 2021

Last summer , the murder of George Floyd and the global racial justice movement brought issues of racial inequity and injustice to the forefront. Candid ha s been tracking racial equity funding for a decad e , but this recent philanthropy response was staggering. billion dollars. billion dollars. 3] .

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

We faced a global pandemic, resulting in oftentimes disastrous fundraising. Eroding Trust The loss of trust is now a global problem. A whopping 48% of Americans don’t trust nonprofits Interestingly, people trust local organizations far more than large institutions. Organizations relying on event-driven fundraising suffered.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Our latest Impact Lab cohort on climate justice built an open-source tool for climate community-based organizations to access grant funding more seamlessly with the Grants Content Kit. and supporting small farmers in remote areas globally. “ Jennifer Thall. Principal Consultant, Heller Consulting. Emilio Tavarez.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

Live Aid was a benefit concert to raise funds for Ethiopian famine relief in 1985. Foster community engagement at your benefit concert as local musicians, volunteers, and donors all gather in one place for a cause they care about. A good place to start looking for performers is with local musicians.

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NetWits

JUNE 9, 2011

Predicting the future can be a scary thing for nonprofits and the scariest part of it can be thinking about where, who and how they will receive funding in the future to continue their mission. Will funding come in the form of grants, traditional event revenue, donations, or something more radical? 3) The Shift in Donor Attitudes.

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Givinga

DECEMBER 29, 2020

In the world of philanthropy, we’re on the brink of a technological revolution and the year 2021 is poised to be pivotal. As companies recover from the pandemic, how will philanthropy be impacted? When philanthropy is made easier, more individuals can contribute and, collectively, our impact on important causes is magnified.

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Double the Donation

MAY 25, 2021

That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top corporate giving software to drive employee engagement , keep track of each component of your giving program, help your company promote corporate philanthropy, and finetune your corporate giving strategy. Bright Funds. Bright Funds. Learn more about Bright Funds! CyberGrants.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Alas, billions of dollars are left on the table because (1) employees don’t know about this money and (2) nonprofits don’t inform their donors of the opportunity to claim these funds. The more you grow corporate support, the more others in your community trust that you’re a worthwhile beneficiary of their philanthropy.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 18, 2016

In order to make change that is sustainable and scalable, additional funding sources need to be considered to help nonprofits achieve their core missions. However, the traditional reliance of nonprofits on governmental and charitable funding is increasingly unsustainable. Banks were not lending.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 25, 2008

My kids have posed for photos in t-shirts , emptied their piggy banks , helped me make fundraising videos , contributed clothing or other items to drives at school, and have attended lots of fund raising events. This new genre of video games are about solving real world problems such as environment, global hunger, poverty and disease.

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