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Keeping the Rich History of Virginia Preserved and Secure

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She was George Washington's mother, born in Lancaster County in Virginia's Northern Neck region. The museum and library preserves the rich history of the Northern Neck through its collections, exhibits, tours, and educational programs. Celebrating a Region Rich with History. Keeping History Protected.

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November Cause Awareness: National Native American Heritage Month

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This important awareness month is dedicated to honoring the contributions of Indigenous American Indians and the history of the country’s first stewards. There are plenty of museums and museum exhibits dedicated to telling American Indian history and helping people better understand Indigenous culture.

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Women We Admire: Forum One’s Molly Mattessich Named a Top 50 Leader

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Honored for her experience helping mission-driven organizations accomplish impact through digital strategy, Molly Mattessich , Forum One’s Managing Director of Project Delivery, has been named to the Women We Admire list of Top 50 Women Leaders of Virginia.

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How The Nature Conservancy’s Work in the Cumberland Forest Supports Jobs & Climate Mitigation

Saleforce Nonprofit

At The Nature Conservancy , one of the world’s largest environmental nonprofits, we have examined a huge range of nature’s benefits throughout our 70-year history. All these can be wonderful and restorative experiences, yet there are many more surprises to be found in nature when you look deeper. © Steven David Johnson; July 2019.

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Father’s Day Fundraising: 9 Ideas That Will Get People Donating

Whole Whale

Also, Father’s day actually owes its history to nonprofits for its creation, so supporting charity is in the day’s DNA. It is believed that the origin of Father’s Day can be traced back to a Sunday School teacher in Fairmont, West Virginia. More on that after the tips to get people to donate.

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LGBTQ+ advocacy strategies to generate advocates year-round

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The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) declared a national state of emergency for LGBTQ+ people on June 6, 2023, the first state of emergency ever declared in its history spanning four decades. Many allies and would-be advocates want to help but might not have all of the tools or knowledge to fully do so.

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6 Ways to Improve Your Year-End Donor Cultivation

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She has completed specialized fundraising training through AFP International, The Virginia Fundraising Institute, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Shenandoah Virginia Chapter, and is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).

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