.orgSource

JANUARY 9, 2023

Feature new directors prominently throughout your social media platforms and send press releases to their local publications and news outlets. Mentors can contact new directors before the meeting to review the agenda, discuss norms for behavior, and answer questions that might be awkward in a more public setting.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

If you’re struggling to make ends meet, you’re probably using a broken funding model — meaning your organization cannot survive into the future on the funding you are receiving now. Broken Funding Models for Nonprofits Truly, it’s not your fault. Broken Model #1: Self Pay. Broken Model #2: Sole Source Funding.

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Money Raise Ideas Work 126

Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) has been part of Candid’s Funding Information Network since 1980, providing local nonprofits and the public with access to Candid’s resources, including Foundation Directory, for free. Q&A with a Toledo-based library on building community capacity.

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Library Grant Local Roles 98

ASU Lodestar Center

DECEMBER 18, 2018

posted by Emma Mones Class 12 Public Ally. Therefore, I took a leap of faith, took “the road less traveled,” and applied for Public Allies Arizona. Starting out, my main focus was recruiting community members to become change makers and role models in children’s lives—also known as Big Brothers and Big Sisters.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Whenever I am on the road with clients the conversation always turns to a debate about the value of predictive modeling vs. the value of traditional wealth screening. Some tend to gravitate toward wealth data alone because it feels more tangible—or understandable—than predictive modeling. Building your own predictive models?

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Model Program Effective Technique 44

Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Each year, individuals worldwide take the opportunity to do better for our planet with actions such as planting trees, cleaning local communities, and raising awareness for environmental causes through peer-to-peer fundraising pages. They believe everyone deserves access to safe and welcoming public spaces, regardless of where they live.

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San Diego San Francisco California Conservancy 126

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

This can help you start defining goals and considering which model strategic plan will best work for your organization. Choose a strategic planning model based on your nonprofit’s current circumstances, opportunities, and threats. It’s best to use this model when your organization’s external surroundings are generally calm.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Effective outreach strategies should focus on connecting with local AAPI groups, leaders, and community centers. Not only does this provide powerful role models for attendees, but it can boost interest and attendance at your event. Notable AAPI athletes, journalists, or other public figures. Their insights enlighten attendees.

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Celebrate Education Fundraising Culture 59

Candid

MAY 4, 2022

They are now adding new subject areas to their portfolios, like public health, mental health, food security, use of technology, and democracy, as just a few examples. First, we learned that during the pandemic, European foundations engaged in both local and cross-border giving in new ways.

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Europe Case Study Fund Practice 98

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 22, 2023

The new book, Bridgebuilders , should be on the reading list of every public official, CEO, and civic leader. Furthermore, the outdated model that worked well at one time—identifying a problem and creating a program designed to solve it—is giving way to new, muti-sector approaches to create public value.” Eggers and Donald F.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Most nonprofits are small, and community-based, serving local needs with over 90% spending less than $1 million annually. Answer the question – What community need am I responding to, and how does a social enterprise approach meet the need versus a traditionally funded program model?

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Social Model Nonprofit Fund 98

Bloomerang

MARCH 10, 2023

This comes from the “tin cup” model of fundraising, where we come from a place of begging. They may wish to build good will with their employees, clients, or the general public. – – Too Greedy? Dear Too Greedy, First, stop worrying that you’re being greedy. You’re not a beggar! Back to your worry about “optics.”

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Grant Homeless Proposal Foundation 111

Candid

MARCH 6, 2023

Recent years have seen several examples of moments that captured public attention—typically after years-long efforts and organizing before they burst into wider awareness. They all have a strong desire to mobilize public interest and advocate for systemic change. And, their impacts last.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Consider this: what about looking at the standard for-profit business model from a non-profit standpoint? How many times have you seen a local shop serving as a drop-off point for donations to a homeless shelter or food bank? Or donating a percentage of their sales to a local charity? It’s great for you and it’s great for them.

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Classy

APRIL 20, 2021

Before joining the Ford Foundation, McGruder served as COO of New York Public Radio (NYPR), where she led daily operations and strategic planning for WNYC Radio, WNYC Studios, WQXR, Gothamist.com, and The Greene Space. With M.O.B.B.

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Forum One

MAY 18, 2023

A few months prior to the public launch of EPA.gov , the nearly-finished Drupal 8 site was able to make the jump to Drupal 9 to make the best use of the concentrated quality assurance work that was planned for launch, rather than holding off on the upgrade and repeating a QA pass. Migrating your.gov to Drupal 10?

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Drupal Government Websites Module 69

Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

We know educated girls strengthen economies, promote peace, and improve public health. To mitigate the impacts of this pandemic on girls and secure a better future, we’ve found that supporting locally-led initiatives works best. Profound Change Starts With Local Partners.

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Education Lebanon Nigeria Broadcast 92

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 30, 2020

A recent study from two researchers affiliated with the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) has challenged the public perception about AI’s negative impact on society due to the “robots taking over jobs.” Chronic Homelessness Artificial Intelligence model (CHAI) . This is a more macro lens.

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Homeless Research Global System 163

Candid

AUGUST 25, 2022

Feeling rather overwhelmed and clueless, I headed to the Salt Lake City Public Library (SLCPL), where I was introduced to Dave Forsman, librarian extraordinaire and the lead for this location of Candid’s Funding Information Network. . We hope this will result in a model we can share with other states across the country.

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Utah Project Lesson Fundraising 105

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

Why aren’t more local philanthropists directing their dollars toward these organizations? But paradoxically, many local community-based nonprofits aren’t healthy: they’re unable to meet rising demand, pay escalating rents, or compete for top talent, and they are struggling financially. But many local residents are struggling.

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Create Philanthropy Alexa Local 99

Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

And local Boys & Girls Clubs helped open the door to opportunities young people might not have otherwise, offering career training, skill building, positive mentors, and pathways to a great future. But true to its 160-year legacy, Clubs remained a safe haven for local communities.

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America Digital Houston Time 112

Non Profit Quarterly

MAY 13, 2019

Recognizing that good health depends more on an individual’s access to housing, good nutrition, education, and a safe neighborhood than on their medical care, Kaiser Permanente is rolling out Thrive Local , a digital care coordination platform that makes it easier for its medical providers to connect patients to community-based social services.

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Resource Community Technology Help 52

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 1, 2021

V4V provides participants, enrolled by partnering organizations like local clinics, with between $20 and $40 a month for 6-9 months in fruit and vegetable vouchers, which are redeemable at partnering grocery stores, farmers markets, and corner stores. V4V is good for the community, driving money into the local economy.

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San Francisco Tech Help Los Angeles 121

Greater Giving

JUNE 30, 2021

After the unprecedented events of 2020, event organizers have been given the opportunity to take a fresh look at typical fundraising models employed over the years to explore what worked and what didn’t. In previous common fundraising models, the focus on a transactional relationship with donors took precedence.

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Strategy Fundraising Virtual Method 97

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

For example, if your town is known for gorgeous cherry blossom trees, offering paintings with these trees by a local artist can inspire bidding. For example, a local bike shop could donate a bike, helmet, and a voucher for a free tuneup. Look for B&Bs in unique locations, such as beachfront or mountaintop locales.

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Artist Classes Arts Local 72

Saleforce Nonprofit

MAY 19, 2021

OFM: A Model for Partner Participation in Open Source Community Projects. Serial entrepreneur and co-founder of the luxury chocolate brand, Green & Black’s, Jo Fairley is an inspirational businesswoman who paved the way for others to follow her sustainable business model. Don’t Configure Technology, Configure Its Users.

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Collaboration Effective Australia Global 122

Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Up-to-date photos of constituent events and publications that illustrate the impact of your work are readily available. Do the necessary market research to learn which foundations—local, regional and national—are funding nonprofits like yours. Your proposals serve to gain their interest and “buy-in.”

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Professional Leadership Develop Proposal 70

Bloomerang

MARCH 10, 2023

This comes from the “tin cup” model of fundraising, where we come from a place of begging. They may wish to build good will with their employees, clients, or the general public. – – Too Greedy? Dear Too Greedy, First, stop worrying that you’re being greedy. You’re not a beggar! Back to your worry about “optics.”

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Grant Homeless Proposal Foundation 53

Museum 2.0

MARCH 14, 2017

Furthermore, we learned from a Latinx-focused ethnographic study that outdoor programming was particularly appealing to local Latinx families. While locals were interested in the MAH, they were MUCH more interested in having a downtown gathering place. Abbott Square physically connects the MAH to the main drag of downtown Santa Cruz.

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Public Museum Arts History 27

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Plus, it’s responsible for ensuring that you meet goals and keep promises to the public, donors, and beneficiaries. Ensure Legal and Ethical Integrity and Maintain Accountability The Board is responsible for making sure that the nonprofit operates with the laws that govern it at the local, state, and national level.

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Roles Director Evaluation Government 116

Forum One

JULY 22, 2021

A few months prior to the public launch of EPA.gov , the nearly-finished Drupal 8 site was able to make the jump to Drupal 9 to make the best use of the concentrated quality assurance work that was planned for launch, rather than holding off on the upgrade and repeating a QA pass.

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Drupal Government Websites Module 84

Candid

AUGUST 25, 2022

Feeling overwhelmed and clueless, I headed to the Salt Lake City Public Library (SLCPL). For the next phase of the AA21 Utah project, our research will serve as a launchpad for local community work throughout the state. Our hope is this will result in a model we can share with other states across the country.

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Utah Project Lesson Time 52

ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 2, 2020

Peer-to-peer learning models is a great way for staff to mentor each other and either learn a new skill or strengthen a previous skill. Collaborating with those who work in the organization, board members and other local organizations are a great way to offer professional development.

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Professional Develop California Skills 52

NTEN

APRIL 13, 2013

Past winners have had a hand in creating and funding the biggest organizations in our space, built nonprofit technology communities large and small, and are exploring and sharing some of the most interesting and innovative technology models. The 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner.

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Award NTEN Vermont Channel 93

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Whether knowledge is spoken or not, it is public. When we momentarily set aside the many foundation models or toolkits for addressing a particular task, we start to remember that the essence of knowledge is shared meaning making—how we, together, come to understand and engage in community, in the world around us, and in change itself.

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 67

Qgiv

MARCH 9, 2022

But as you’re talking to potential supporters, it’s important to emphasize that homelessness impacts local communities in broad (and sometimes unexpected) ways. That leads to a lighter load on the system, which reduces healthcare costs for everyone accessing healthcare locally. The goal is to build support throughout local communities.

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Homeless Awareness Hosting Template 52

Museum 2.0

AUGUST 29, 2012

I'm focusing on the community response to the prospect of the millage and the way the public debate reflects broader conversations about the public value of the arts. But the arguments trotted out represent how far we have to go in articulating the public value of arts institutions (and helping our supporters speak the same language).

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