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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

Candid

news organizations, specifically local news outlets, have been rapidly dwindling. The COVID-19 pandemic brought more challenges for the industry, as demand for local news grew but revenue and outlets shrank. MacArthur, and William and Flora Hewlett Foundations have recognized the importance of a vibrant local news ecosystem.

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Giving Trends in Kenya: How the Growth of Mobile Payments Are Transforming Community Giving

Nonprofit Tech for Good

An Interview with Matt Roberts-Davies , General Manager of M-Changa – an official partner of the 2018 Global Trends in Giving Report. Traditionally, NGOs in Kenya have depended on outside support from grant makers and wealthy individuals. M-Changa strives to make it convenient for local NGOs to accept both mobile and card payments.

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Update: Philanthropy’s response to Ukraine crisis

Candid

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. Images of massive tank columns, hollowed-out buildings, and refugees on the move are eerily familiar to those seen in the European Theater of World War II.

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Local Stories, Global Audience

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

They are now all working together and have formed an organization called HiperBarrio with the tagline Historias Locales, audiencia global, or ???Local Local Stories, global audience.??? Just one week after receiving confirmation of their Rising s outreach grant, ??lvaro The text reads: Colombia, land of images.

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NetSquared Local Events: Week of June 17, 2013

Tech Soup

We are deep into June already, but NetSquared Local isn’t taking a vacation! NetSquared Local believes that the best way to build a strong, self sufficient community of #nptech practitioners is for us to go outside and get face-to-face. We challenge you to join a NetSquared Local group or start your own ! Event Reports.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What Are Best Practices To Acquire More Corporate Matching Gifts?

Bloomerang

Not only does this increase personal giving, but also inclines them to advocate on your behalf for other types of corporate philanthropy, such as foundation grants, in-kind donations, or marketing support. Matching gifts enhance brand image, improving consumer loyalty. 71% more donors respond to appeals mentioning matching gifts!

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The complete guide to social media listening for nonprofits

Socialbrite

Social media is there to build bridges — to local communities, mass media, donors, volunteers, influencers and everyone involved in helping to spread the word your cause. What kinds of posts resonate best with local communities and beneficiaries? Image at top: Vox Efx. What are the biggest topics buzzing at any given moment?