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Unlocking change: Free access to Candid’s nonprofit resources

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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. Candid’s profiles power over 200 charitable sites, such as Facebook and donor-advised funds.

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Statement of Activities: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Without that, the SOA can misrepresent the financial health of the organization and lead to future funding issues. Often, this leads to large audit adjustments, budget vs actual reporting difficulties, and other funding challenges. Continuous learning opportunities keep your knowledge base fresh and relevant.

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Digging in: who donates to the nonprofits you care about? 

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Lots of people do—some are curious how an organization funds its work and others are looking for prospects of their own. Also, some of Candid’s Funding Information Network locations provide free databases that allow you to research individual donors’ giving history, such as Marquis Who’s Who on the Web and DonorSearch. Have a question?

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Cracking into corporate giving

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Corporations have the resources to provide significant funding to nonprofits and are becoming a growing part of many organizations’ revenue streams. So how do you tap into these funds? You can subscribe , or visit our Funding Information Network locations to use the resources for free. How do I find corporate funders? .

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All you need to know about fiscal sponsorship

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Many people have amazing ideas for creating a nonprofit or public-benefit project, but aren’t sure how to get started or find funding. When you have a fiscal sponsor, your donors make tax-deductible donations to your sponsor, noting that the funds are intended for your project. Why should I find a fiscal sponsor? Have a question?

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The basics of building a nonprofit budget

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Many funders say that the proposal project budget is the first part of the application they look at so they’re a great way to make your case for funding. . Opportunity budgets are expansion planning tools that can be used whenever extra funding becomes available. . Have a question? to 5 p.m.

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15 nonprofit books to inspire your New Year’s resolutions? 

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If generating more revenue for your nonprofit tops your list of priorities in 2023, you may have your sights set on sharpening your fundraising skills as part of your nonprofit’s New Year’s resolution. When it comes to boosting funding for your nonprofit, there are multiple paths that can lead you to your desired destination.

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