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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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. This can be an in-person or virtual event.

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VisionLink

MAY 3, 2022

We're off to the National VOAD Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, May 2nd through 5th at the Renaissance Harborplace! With last year's conference 100% virtual, this year will be extra-exciting for us as we connect with longtime friends and collaborate as an association of organizations that mitigate and alleviate the impact of disasters.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Now that we’re entering a new post-COVID era, nonprofit leaders need to think about what virtual fundraising will look like in the future. In our 2020 Navigating the Unknown Report , we found that over 50% of nonprofits pivoted to virtual events last year. It looks like virtual fundraising is here to stay!

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CauseVox

JUNE 7, 2021

The last year has seen a lot of virtual 5ks, walks, and runs , but when Mojave Desert Land Trust tried their first digital fundraiser, they truly took it to the next level. . Here’s how they pulled off their virtual hike-a-thon: About Mojave Desert Land Trust. Since this was a new event, MDLT didn’t have past fundraisers to rely on.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

By Jessica Fox , Content Manager at Eventgroove – a one-stop platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events that offers event management, online fundraising, ticketing, and online storefronts for print and digital merchandise. and invite authors to speak virtually or in person at book club meetings. Franklin D.

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

Did you know that almost 70% of nonprofits are planning to incorporate virtual elements into their events in some way, whether that’s with hybrid events, virtual-only events, or a combination of all of them? Ready to empower your peer-to-peer volunteers while also providing a unique and engaging virtual experience? Download PDF.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 8, 2023

Is your association ready to celebrate this year’s National Nurses Week ? Local communities will also thank nurses for making a difference in their towns. Read our blog for tips to celebrate National Nurses Week 2023 at your organization. Read our blog for tips to celebrate National Nurses Week 2023 at your organization.

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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. VisionLink provides the intersection of thought and practice through virtual and face-to-face meetings.

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sgEngage

APRIL 6, 2021

Beecher Hicks III, President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville, TN. Q: Prior to becoming President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), you had a long, successful career in investment banking and finance. Today’s Q&A is with H.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

A survey conducted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals reports that in 2020, nearly 64% of nonprofits had to cancel at least one in-person fundraising event, and more than 50% converted at least one in-person event to a virtual event. 2) Have a Backup Plan. 2) Have a Backup Plan. 3) Use an Event Website.

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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. Kick Start Your Movement With Peer-to-Peer Fundraising. How CELI Takes Action on Earth Day. SF Parks Alliance.

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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! The fundraiser is a raffle.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

This National Library Week and on this National Library Workers Day, we celebrate our beloved libraries—and the librarians who sustained library services through the challenges of the past year. As libraries began closing because of the pandemic, Candid pivoted its FIN program from in-person to virtual.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

No matter how your nonprofit organization is making change in the world, it’s impacted by others’ decisions, whether those decisions come from local and national legislators, corporations, institutions, or others who hold power and shape the way we live our lives. Lobby days (in-person or virtual!)

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

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. She has spent the last seven years focused on fundraising for pressing health and advocacy issues on the state and national level.

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Though the Blue Fox Den is virtual, Florida is our home state. henegarcenter.com Jacksonville Civic Council Shaping Jacksonville’s future as a premier national and international city. The devastation we see from Hurricane Ian's destructive path is hard to process. Johns | co.st-johns.fl.us

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

At first glance, it may seem impossible to recreate some of these types of events in a virtual format, but with a little creativity and the right fundraising event tools, you might be surprised at the high-quality experiences you can offer for your donors virtually. A Gala is a well-known charity fundraising event. 3) Cooking classes.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

By: Mary Phillips, Head of Garden for Wildlife at the National Wildlife Federation. A bevy of new plants adorning the house-turned-virtual-office. 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. Sourdough starter.

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 25, 2021

His leadership was recognized locally and nationally, and honored with awards from the Better Business Bureau for Ethics and the Louisville Urban League for championing diversity. Share This Post!

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2022

Hybrid events in 2022 will benefit both in-person and virtual attendees with advanced, tech-driven experiences that take lessons from the many virtual events staged during the pandemic. If nonprofits are national, hybrid is a way to stay frictionless. Tech-driven events.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2021

By: Sara Leutzinger, National Director, External Communications & Content Strategy for Boys & Girls Club of America. 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.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 26, 2020

Often virtual events don’t elicit the same emotional connection as when a team come s together for in-person service. H osting a virtual or local day of service? United Nations : The UN runs a?virtual virtual program connecting volunteers to organizations worldwide. . Skills-Based Volunteering.

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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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Greater Giving

MAY 2, 2023

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and supporting those struggling with mental health issues. Host A Virtual Walks or Runs Many mental health nonprofits hold walks or runs during May as a way to raise awareness and funds for their cause.

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M+R

APRIL 13, 2023

As spring unfolds and the days get longer, many nonprofit supporters are ready for opportunities to show up—in person, virtually, or both!—and Enter: Planned Parenthood’s National Volunteer Program (NVP)! Sarika brings expertise around volunteer leadership development through the context of national organizing.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

SILVER – Virtual & Remote Experiences-Arts & Culture for Virtual & Remote. The sold-out event brought audiences from across the country to a uniquely-branded virtual experience to share a meal and create connections over dialogue—yes, we actually sent meals to all attendees via local caterers the day of the event!

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Top Nonprofits

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

His leadership was recognized locally and nationally, and honored with awards from the Better Business Bureau for Ethics and the Louisville Urban League for championing diversity. Gregory Nielsen is a sought after speaker and Consultant committed to helping leaders and organizations translate vision into reality. Share This Post!

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 5, 2023

National awareness days are a great way to spread the word about your nonprofit’s work by aligning your mission with a day that’s dedicated to a specific, relevant issue. Local media, such as TV news outlets, radio stations and newspapers. Host a virtual event with an expert in the field relevant to that awareness day.

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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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Candid

APRIL 19, 2021

BMOC returned in February 2021 adapted for a virtual format. Because of its virtual nature, we were able to welcome organizations throughout the South, not just the Atlanta region. He provided participants with a historical and national lens of programming designed to help boys and men of color thrive.

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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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Blue Fox

JUNE 28, 2022

1) ​ Incorrectly recording a virtual employee’s work location in the payroll system. HE MISTAKE: This is a common mistake with the rise of a virtual workforce. THE FIX: The employer will need to create a new W-2 and amend all previous quarterly state (and local, where applicable) tax returns to correct the issue.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

An art festival where local artists can show off their pieces, explain their work to attendees, and donate a portion or all of the proceeds to your nonprofit. If you have a good relationship with a local vineyard, coffee roaster, or brewery, you might even propose a special vintage, roast, or brew just for your nonprofit or event.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 6, 2021

Beecher Hicks III, President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville, TN. Q: Prior to becoming President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), you had a long, successful career in investment banking and finance. Today’s Q&A is with H.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Last year, the murder of George Floyd sparked a national reckoning with systemic racism and an outpouring of support for communities of color as companies made commitments to Black Lives Matter. Access bbcon 2021 Virtual on-demand to learn more from Michelle and Kavya.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 22, 2010

This week (April 18th to 25th) is National Volunteer Week in the US. The week is a signature event created by the Points of Light Institute , to celebrate ordinary people doing extraordinary things to improve communities across the nation. Photo from San Jose Library. For the Smithsonian ? Start here. iParticipate Follow the stars.

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