The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 13, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Celebrating National Immigrant Heritage Month: How Nonprofits Can raise funds and Show Support National Immigrant Heritage Month is all about celebrating the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of immigrants in our communities. Ready to make a difference? We’re all in this together!

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VisionLink

APRIL 20, 2022

It's National Volunteer Week! Fun fact, each year about 62 million Americans volunteer at their local schools, with NGOs, with disaster preparedness and response groups, and community centers and homeless shelters. Fun question: Which president signed the proclamation that established National Volunteer Week? percent, in 2019.

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EveryAction

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether your organization advocates for policy change on the national, state, or local level, mobilizing your supporters to place advocacy calls to their legislators is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal—and with support from the right technology, it can also be one of the most convenient.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

Please mention that the funds raised are going to help local recipients with covering missed wages while in treatment. This year, participants can win a trip to swim with dolphins, a birding walk with a local ornithologist Dr. Cardinal, gourmet food baskets from local bakery House of Pie, and more!

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EveryAction

JUNE 21, 2023

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. Letters to the editor don’t have to happen at such a large scale—they can be directed at local and regional media organizations, too.

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.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

The organization and its members work at the international, national, and local levels to realize the vision of a world in which women’s rights are recognized as human rights and every woman is able to achieve her full potential. I think that’s a perfect place to begin any dialogue. Zonta supports members in 63 countries.

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

Look across silos: Another place folks miss is not looking for advocates in obvious places. Board members, donors, coalitions partners, and folks who have signed a national list but have not taken a local action are all good places to find some of your best volunteers. Connect with her on LinkedIn !

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2023

Options include: Find a local attorney experienced in nonprofit charitable gift planning. If you have a local law firm that specializes in nonprofit law, this is a place to start. Find a national attorney experienced in nonprofit charitable gift planning. Maybe even someone local about who you were unaware!

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VisionLink

DECEMBER 6, 2009

Membership by application, and approved by the members themselves (not by us here at VisionLink), the National Breakthrough Network is an extraordinary group of thought leaders improving practice across the nation. If you are a VisionLink customer and want to join, please contact us and we''ll send an application to you.'

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Connecting national and chapter data can help your staff and chapters save time, stay connected, and deliver a better member experience. It can also give chapters access to data that they can use to improve their local member engagement. There are multiple ways your national and chapter offices can support each other.

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Everyaction

JULY 12, 2018

Considering our team is obsessed with all that is NOLA, we thought we'd share some favorite local spots to eat, drink, party, and enjoy the sights while visiting for the Netroots Nation 2018 Conference. Check out the list below! Historic Jackson Square. The Audubon Zoo. Riverboat Cruise. Swamp Tours. Turkey and the Wolf. Verti Marte.

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Everyaction

MARCH 22, 2018

Considering our team is obsessed with all that is NOLA, we thought we'd share some favorite local spots to eat, drink, party, and enjoy the sights while visiting for the Nonprofit Technology Conference. Anyone briefly strolling through this park will likely hear the sound of a brass band and see local artists scattered along the sidewalk.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Please use your purchasing power wisely and with compassion this holiday season by giving gifts that benefit nonprofits and make the world a better place. Animal Adoptions by the National Wildlife Federation: From alligators to walruses, givers can adopt animals in the name of friends, family, or colleagues. Purchase Green Gifts ].

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Tech Soup

JULY 18, 2017

It would be impossible to tell all those stories in one blog post, but you can find them using the TechSoup Global Local Impact Map , powered by Microsoft technology. The TechSoup Global Local Impact Map is an interactive online map that lets visitors "travel" to places where technology is being harnessed for positive change.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 20, 2023

Here’s the deal: I’m a $5,000 donor at one particular organization with both a national and local footprint. They noticed then, and assigned me to a local “individual giving manager.” They assigned me to someone else, and this time it was on the national level. That’s “major” for me. So far so good.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

According to Independent Sector , the national average value of a volunteer hour is $29.95 National Volunteer Week Even if you HAVE been thanking volunteers well, you have a great opportunity coming up to thank your volunteers. Choose a place with good reviews and neighborhood buzz. Add to your bottom line. Public or private?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

By: Mary Phillips, Head of Garden for Wildlife at the National Wildlife Federation. And while we’re big fans of both sourdough bread and four-legged pets, native plants are kinda our thing at the National Wildlife Federation. Head of Garden for Wildlife at the National Wildlife Federation. Sourdough starter.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 28, 2012

It would be impossible to tell all those stories in one blog post, but you can find them using the TechSoup Global Local Impact Map , powered by Microsoft technology. The TechSoup Global Local Impact Map is an interactive online map that lets visitors "travel" to places where technology is being harnessed for positive change.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 3, 2024

According to the National Center for Educational Statistics , only thirteen percent of all community college students complete by earning a degree or credential in two years. Gaining clarity Perhaps the best place to gain some clarity on assessing community college completion is where the exceptions to this enrollment rollercoaster exist.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 12, 2016

Also, if you have not read it, Kivi Leroux-Miller has written a stellar piece called “ The Heroes and Villains of Give Local America Story. “ Give Local America Disaster Offers Lessons for Next Time – Guest Post by Peter Panepento. Last year, Give Local America raised $68.5 In Columbia, S.C.,

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

National Nail Polish Day (June 1). Set a fundraising goal to sponsor a nail color on National Nail Polish Day (June 1) in the spirit of Movember. Design a local route with varying distances to be both competitive and family-friendly. National Repeat Day (June 3). National Repeat Day (June 3). Polish for a Purpose.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

By: Sara Leutzinger, National Director, External Communications & Content Strategy for Boys & Girls Club of America. Clubs offered, for many, the only safe places in their communities. Clubs offered, for many, the only safe places in their communities. Opening doors. Learn more about Salesforce.org’s Nonprofit Cloud.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

If you want to give to causes that tug at your heartstrings, you’ve come to the right place. Do you want to give to a local, national, or international organization? Whether donating cans at your local soup kitchen or providing millions of dollars in funding for disaster relief, due diligence leads to more informed giving.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Ask local bakeries to offer sweets to sell to further motivate donors to purchase a treat. Work with local clothing boutiques and designers to create runway looks and sell tickets for your community to get a look at upcoming items. Your donors can purchase raffle tickets for the chance to win cool prizes donated from local businesses.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

28 with a mission: to help their local neighbors beautify their curbs and develop long-lasting relationships. The Allies of Class 12 gathered that Saturday at Doras Church of Phoenix for National Make a Difference Day. But they did more than just beautify a few blocks on this National Day of Service.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

March 7 is National Cereal Day and who doesn’t love a cereal buffet? SpringFundraising idea Number 2: Celebrate National Cereal Day with a pajama party for good. Over 30 fundraising ideas for spring, from daylight savings time to National Haiku Day. Local libraries may also be open hosting egg-hunters for a good cause.

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Forum One

MAY 18, 2023

If your government agency is exploring a Drupal 10 migration, a great place to start is to read through our Guide to Planning for Drupal 10. USDA’s Farm to School Census The Farm to School Census tracks how schools buy food from local farmers and ranchers. Migrating your.gov to Drupal 10?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Maybe one is that Giving Tuesday becomes an official national holiday or becomes an annual event like Cyber Monday. Giving Days are not a new idea and have been successful in local communities and entire states, like GiveMN which raised $2 million in 24 hours using the Razoo platform.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 10, 2023

This comes from the “tin cup” model of fundraising, where we come from a place of begging. Rather, you’re seeking critical investment in work that will make your community and world a better place. As you suggest, generally there is more than one place to look to within any business. You’re not a beggar!

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 12, 2016

Sure, there are important national programs like United Way or massive online listings of nonprofits that give credibility and visibility for fundraisers. But it often is the local marketing that comes from trusted, known recommendations that can garner the most benefit. Edit Your Landing Page. Optimize Your Content for Your Location.

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Southwest Florida in particular holds a special place in our hearts - it’s where we got our start, won our first clients, and hired our first team members. henegarcenter.com Jacksonville Civic Council Shaping Jacksonville’s future as a premier national and international city. Johns | co.st-johns.fl.us

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 11, 2021

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. The broadcasts air weekly and deliver multilingual lessons on literacy, numeracy, and STEM. with radio-based education during the pandemic.

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Tech Soup

MAY 21, 2013

Get your world-changing ideas together and warm up your programming fingers because the National Day of Civic Hacking is happening across America on June 1 and 2, 2013. Using publicly-released data and code, participants will be able to swap ideas, share skills, and solve challenges that affect Americans on both local and national scales.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

You could keep slogging ahead doggedly, or you could take some advice from the president who led the United States through the Great Depression, helped create the United Nations, and brought you the first federal action to prohibit employment discrimination. Franklin D. Roosevelt once famously said: “Do something. If it works, do more of it.

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Forum One

JULY 22, 2021

If your government agency is exploring a Drupal 9 migration, a great place to start is to read through our Guide to Planning for Drupal 9. EPA migrated their flagship website epa.gov from Drupal 7 to Drupal 9, with much of the migration work taking place in Drupal 8. National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Whether inclement weather causes an event to be canceled or local circumstances require a change in format, event organizers should have a plan in place ahead of the tournament. Golf continues to be a popular pastime, with the National Golf Foundation reporting a nationwide increase in rounds. 2) Have a Backup Plan.

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

Where to learn more: George Mason University’s Nonprofit Employment Data Project and Blue Avocado are two great places to find the latest information. As a librarian, I would be remiss if I didn’t say: Never sell short all the free resources at your local public library. Now, who’s heard about it in the last six months?

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