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Great reads from around the web on July 18th

Amy Sample Ward

Mapping Trends in Philanthropy « NathanielJames.org – "Philanthropy is changing, and I want to contribute to creating the best of all possible worlds for the social sector. Feel free to suggest activities, we can alter and modify this programme according to the people and organisations who want to join in.

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5 Places to Find Grants for Your Nonprofit for FREE!

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Candid offers their Philanthropy News Digest RFP Bulletin. This sampling of funding opportunities available in their database shares both national and regional grant leads. Not every funder offers a newsletter, but for the ones that do, you’ll love getting inside info and advance notices.

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What We Learned at 17NTC: Day 1

Tech Soup

We sent several of our best representatives to meet our fellow nonprofits and take in the latest tech info from the sessions. James Rooney, senior manager of Microsoft Philanthropies, kicked off the first day's general session, highlighting the free cloud services available to nonprofits. More Secrets.

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Live Blogging: 09NTC Mapping Your Social Media Strategy

Amy Sample Ward

Qui Diaz:Livingston, recently did research for the Philanthropy 2.0 Qui - for clients that are larger, we set up media citation reports (like a word doc with titles and links and relevant info about the mentions and how they should respond). Danielle Brigida: using social media to increase, reach, engagement and revenue.

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Wangari Maathai, Dining for Women & LA

Have Fun - Do Good

After sampling all of the tasty appetizers from JAR and the Bombay Cafe , including the most delicious coconut cupcakes ever, we settled in to listen to Dr. Maathai. If you are interested in starting your own Dining for Women group, joining an existing group, or just want to host a one-time dinner click here for more info.

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[VIDEO] Where to Find Potential Donors to Support Your Cause

Bloomerang

They’re all incredibly philanthropic people that have done so much, created so much good energy, and philanthropy, and encouraged others to do the same in the world. Less than 50% have a strategy or budget for their philanthropy. So I have a sample donation reply card on the Resource page. Well, here’s a few.

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Live blogging from the 2011 Millennial Donor Summit: Exploring the Latest Millennial Research

Amy Sample Ward

Smaller requests with appropriate frequency – Millennials said they want to hear from organizations, but not get asks all of the time (want info on programs and services monthly). Strongly consider using peers and personal solicitation.

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