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How Mentorship Can Break Down Racial Divides

Saleforce Nonprofit

A Life-Changing Relationship I made a point to find mentors — other Black reporters and anchors I still call on for advice today. It’s funny to think, my life could have taken a different turn had I believed that person. Meeting my mentee (we call them ‘Littles’) changed my life. Sharmel made such an impact on my life.

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A clarion call to invest in historically Black colleges and universities

Candid

One friend turned to me and asked where I was headed; I proudly shared, “Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee.” Not only did I have the good fortune to receive a world-class education, but my learning was steeped in the history and lived experience of Black people. We were so excited! My story isn’t unique.

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From Lost To Loved: Turning Lapsed Donors Into Devoted Donors

Bloomerang

If you stop communicating with a donor in their last five years of life, or at minimum, the last two, the loss rate of their planned gifts goes to 50%. Rather than sending a member renewal to lapsed donors with a 20+ year history of gifts, The Audubon Society of Rhode Island gave these long-time members a free one-year membership.

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Funding & Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On The Environment And Conservation Efforts

Kindful

If, however, through your research, you can establish a clear connection between your programs and their funding history and priorities, it’s still worth reaching out to that funder and introducing your organization. The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Cleveland Foundation.

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How to Use CauseVox for Fraternity and Sorority Fundraisers

CauseVox

Pi Kappa Alpha at Tennessee Tech teamed up for the ‘Celebrating Our Past. You can even give the levels names that are related to your fraternity or sorority’s traditions, symbols, and history, as illustrated below. Building Our Future.’

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Thank You RCI Customers!

Tech Soup

TechSoup started the RCI program because we wanted to offer low-cost, high-quality computers to charities and libraries, including good solid warranties and free end-of-life recycling. We have a long history of championing electronics recycling. Learn more about the RCI program , including free end-of-life recycling. Learn More.

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Your Official #18NTC Local's Guide to New Orleans

Everyaction

Ranked one of the country's best zoos, take a break from that city life and experience some wilderness at this beautiful zoo. Visit this long-time New Orleans favorite and join the ranks of notable past patrons such as Ernest Hemingway, Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams. Mardi Gras World. Carousel Bar. Sazerac Bar.

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