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Five Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits That Don’t Work (or Why You Aren’t Raising Enough Money)

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We hear from folks all the time who are looking for new fundraising ideas for nonprofits, especially fundraising ideas for a new nonprofit. It’s not easy to figure out what works in fundraising when you have little to no experience raising big bucks. So, you found yourself sidelined while you tried to figure out fundraising.

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12 Times When You Should NOT Look for Grants

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But, growing a nonprofit so you can fulfill your mission means having a fundraising plan with diverse revenue streams. You’re better off spending your time building a donor base and doing other kinds of fundraising while you get yourself ready for grants. Grantors will want to know the impact of their gift. Rescue more animals?

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Due diligence before you donate

ASU Lodestar Center

People who wouldn't dream of investing money without performing the necessary due diligence may blindly give money to organizations that use the majority of donations for executive salaries, fundraising and advertising. If the scope of your aspiration is local, find charities that are based in your neighborhood or city.

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The Big Payback is Coming!

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In line with other Giving Events, like Amplify Austin and Richmond’s The Amazing Raise, The Big Payback is Nashville’s opportunity to highlight our spirit of generosity and support the work of local nonprofits. Middle Tennessee relies on the essential work of nonprofits in the region. What Is The Big Payback?

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Why You Need Diversified Fundraising For Your Small Nonprofit

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To fully fund your nonprofit, you need a diversified fundraising stream. Diversified fundraising revenue creates stability and keeps you from being dependent on one source of funding. Getting your funds from multiple sources is especially important when fundraising for a new nonprofit. No fundraising from individuals.

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All for Green, and Green for All: An Interview with Van Jones

Have Fun - Do Good

So, we have been working very hard with the City Council, and with community colleges and local labor unions and others to come up with a proposal that will start in September as an actual program called "The Green Jobs Corps." What the Green Jobs Corps will be, it will begin training urban youth, Oakland's youth, in the jobs of the future.

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