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Why Our Definition Of Nonprofits Restricts Problem Solving

Bloomerang

Where are our cultures of philanthropy? Fund published a three-part series of reports exploring culture of philanthropy. Alas, a culture of philanthropy essential to long-term success in the sector is still largely absent from our institutions. Why aren’t we investing in greater impact?

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The ongoing revolution in philanthropy: An open-ended reading list

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

Grant makers and nonprofit professionals are now talking openly about some very painful (and inter-related) issues in philanthropy, such as. The lack of inclusion and equity in philanthropy. Just Giving: Why Philanthropy Is Failing Democracy and How It Can Do Better. Philanthropy is at a turning point.

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Philanthropy Delivers New Promise of Quality Education for All

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

This topic was center-stage at this year’s Global Philanthropy Forum. I had the opportunity to speak with both Gallucci and Roy about this unique funder collaborative and more specifically about how the Partnership to Strengthen Innovation and Practice in Secondary Education would measure the impact of their investments.

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6 smart fundraising strategies to drive major giving success

EveryAction

from our friends at Double the Donation Major giving strategies play a major role in many nonprofit organizations’ fundraising success. Prioritize corporate philanthropy and workplace giving. Your board members can play a crucial role in nonprofit governance and as potential major donors. Consider hosting a capital campaign.

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Is AI Coming for My Fundraising Job?

sgEngage

It’s possible that AI will take over your role—if you let it. If you focus on manual tasks within your role, then yes, AI may take over your job. The personal connections fundamental to nonprofit fundraising and major donor stewardship and the strategic initiatives that drive impact cannot be replaced by AI, only enhanced.

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

Candid

Rubenstein Curator of Philanthropy at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Amanda’s role is to build a collection of objects telling stories about Americans’ giving throughout our history. We also convene conversations with historic perspectives about philanthropy’s impact across a wide spectrum of issues.

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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

Candid

The COVID-19 pandemic brought more challenges for the industry, as demand for local news grew but revenue and outlets shrank. Respondents mentioned a need for more diversity in the news industry on all fronts: racial, ethnic, political, class, etc. In 2023, an average of 2.5 newspapers closed each week , up from two a week in 2022.

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