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Beyond the Newest Philanthropy Buzzword: Knowledge Work Is Core to Equitable Change

sgEngage

Today, knowledge work is coming into fashion in foundations and the nonprofit sector. Knowledge work is growing because it sits at an important intersection between grantmaking and equitable change. How the sector understands and engages in knowledge work is crucial to the success of philanthropic efforts.

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Open Challenges Harness Local Knowledge for Local Change

Tech Soup

These open challenges help activists, nonprofits, journalists, techies, and community members identify, refine, build, and launch technology tools to solve pressing local and regional problems. Worman said that the challenge platforms also promoted local champions who had actually solved a social problem.

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6 Tips to Help Manage Prizes for Your Nonprofit Online Silent Auction

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Tip: Include gift vouchers for local shops and cafes, food hampers, small sets of bath and beauty products. Consider reaching out to local businesses for donations of services or physical prizes. This can work particularly well for local non-profits with a strong community support base.

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LGBTQ+ advocacy strategies to generate advocates year-round

EveryAction

Depending on the organization’s size and locality, there may be specific local issues or pieces of legislation that are most important for them to make supporters aware of. For example, a local nonprofit working on educational issues may raise awareness about specific school board policies with the aim of making them more inclusive.

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6 Reasons Why You Should Broaden Your Search For Your Next Nonprofit Board Retreat Facilitator

Bloomerang

Many facilitators adjust fees so they can compete with local facilitators. Specialized knowledge Depending on the purpose of your retreat, you may benefit from a facilitator with specific expertise. They can help keep the focus on the organization’s mission, goals, and outcomes rather than personal or local agendas.

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Thought Leaders Blaze Trails of Discovery and Engagement

.orgSource

Passion plus knowledge is a powerful hook, making people who were about to swipe stay for a while. And our most ardent volunteers are typically people who love sharing knowledge. Filter your list by: Area of expertise—Does this person have the knowledge and experience you are seeking? For one compelling reason.

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Unlocking change: Free access to Candid’s nonprofit resources

Candid

Free nonprofit educational resources Most nonprofit leaders hold deep expertise in their organization’s focus area, but not everyone working in the social sector arrives equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to fundraise effectively.