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International Leadership, Women’s Issues, and Branding—A Conversation With Allison K. Summers, CAE

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In the United States, only approximately four states have a law prohibiting marriage under the age of 18. An expert on branding startups, executive leadership, governance, and more, Allison has deep roots in the association community. She’s also the author of two books, “Building Your Brand” and “Connect to Influence.” “The

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Overcoming the Government-Nonprofit Dependency

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Federal, state and local governments increasingly depend on Social Service nonprofit organizations and, because of that dependency, have been willing to help fund them. government funding accounts for approximately one-third of the annual revenue received by nonprofit organizations, primarily through grants and contracts.

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New Tax Law: Understanding the Impacts on Charities and Giving

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The tax law and jobs act (TCJA) presents many changes for nonprofits to consider in 2018. The following changes to the law are some of the most critical when considering the effect they may have on charitable giving to nonprofits. Far fewer will be subject to the federal estate tax with the law expanding exemption to many more.

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Resources for Native American Heritage Month 2021

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From our government and laws to environmental practices and different food dishes we enjoy, their influence is everywhere. Native American Disability Law Center. Mesa Verde was the first national park designated with the express purpose of preserving “the works of man.”]. Native Wellness Institute.

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Run a Productive, Fun Nonprofit Board Meeting

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There are two things that can help A LOT here: organizational by-laws and Board member job descriptions. By-laws What do by-laws have to do with Board meetings? If your by-laws do NOT include these things, you and your Board need to make this a priority to create these policies and amend your by-laws as soon as possible.

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100+ Fundraising Tasks for Your Nonprofit’s Board

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Identify key influencers with audiences on social media, email, or via the news media and spend time cultivating the relationship with the goal of eventually seeking promotional support or a collaboration on a project. Help the organization by researching and compiling information on government grants that may be available.

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Prizes to Promote Open Government

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We've written previously about the Obama Administration's Open Government Directive. Last week the White House issued a new memorandum titled " Guidance on the Use of Challenges and Prizes to Promote Open Government " (PDF) — a further step towards citizen engagement. A closer look shows the realm isn't all that new.