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Celebrating Black history and Black futures

Candid

This blog provides a brief overview of Juneteenth and the role that HBCUs have played as guardians of Black history and Black futures. . Looking back at the history of Juneteenth and HBCUs. When we talk about history, we always say we teach the past while we teach the future. We have to pour into that next generation.

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What Is Volunteerism? A Guide to the History & Benefits

Bloomerang

This is why volunteerism has played such a major role throughout history. In this guide, we’ll take a broad look at volunteerism to explore its history and benefits. We’ll cover: Volunteerism definition History of volunteerism Types of volunteerism Why is volunteerism important?

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Connecting with Black History Through Community and Nature

Saleforce Nonprofit

That blog grew into Outdoor Afro , a nationwide leadership network helping Black people engage with the outdoors, learn about the Black history of public spaces, and support conservation efforts. What role does unearthing and celebrating Black history play in Outdoor Afro’s mission and work? RM: It’s a huge part of what we do.

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March Cause Awareness: Women’s History Month

Qgiv

March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor women’s accomplishments throughout history and recognize history-makers that have contributed to advancing and protecting women’s rights in our society. Learn how you can take the time to celebrate Women’s History Month with our list of ideas and nonprofits you can support!

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Giving in America: A look at philanthropy’s history and a unique Candid connection

Candid

About a month ago, Candid was tagged in a social media post from someone who had visited the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Rubenstein Curator of Philanthropy at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Why is it important to this history? . Can you tell us about the Foundation Directory book

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The Role of Data Warehouses in Nonprofit Technology Strategies

Cloud 4 Good

You carefully analyze and map your legacy data, populating your new system until it’s full of your organization’s history. The Role of a Data Warehouse. More detailed change tracking can be supported via Change Data Capture, allowing you to construct a history of crucial data points for more longitudinal analysis.

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Black History Month 2023: Q&A with Gary Flowers, CIO of Year Up

Saleforce Nonprofit

During Black History Month, Salesforce is shining a light on some of our nonprofit customers who support and work with Black and African American people and communities in the United States. KB: What is the significance of Black History Month, and why is it important to recognize it?

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