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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

Candid

news organizations, specifically local news outlets, have been rapidly dwindling. The COVID-19 pandemic brought more challenges for the industry, as demand for local news grew but revenue and outlets shrank. MacArthur, and William and Flora Hewlett Foundations have recognized the importance of a vibrant local news ecosystem.

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Collecting demographic data: Nonprofits value transparency but need support

Candid

With nearly 54,000 organizations sharing demographic data with Candid as of March 2023, Candid engaged Viewpoint Consulting to conduct research to better understand how it could improve its systems, services, and support for nonprofits. Importantly, nonprofits value transparency—but transparency that works in both directions.

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AI at Candid: Powering technology to support the sector’s lasting success

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Can this tool help people arrive at a deeper understanding of how Candid’s data can support their success? Candid uses machine learning to automatically tag new grants, request for proposals (RFPs), and mission statements to our Philanthropy Classification System (PCS) taxonomy—or our way of organizing and enriching data to make it usable.

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Blackbaud Support: Guide to Getting The Expert Help You Need

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If your nonprofit is implementing a new Blackbaud solution or tackling new challenges with your existing technology stack , your team will inevitably need Blackbaud support. Read on so you’re prepared to take advantage of the wealth of experience and knowledge that Blackbaud support experts offer when needed.

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6 Qualities A Nonprofit Database Management System Should Have

TechImpact

. “Smaller nonprofits are looking for automation and consistency when it comes to a database, but many don’t have the resources to maintain their current database system,” Graham explained, adding that Foundations are in need of a system that can grow with their data. A good system is one that makes maintenance easy.

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Best Practices for a Stress-Free Fund Accounting System Implementation

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Implementing a robust and modern fund accounting system can save your team time, make reporting faster, and give you more opportunity to focus on impactful work. But introducing a new fund accounting system can be a sizable undertaking—even when you know it will be worth it. Mindset matters. Understanding the Timeline.

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Charlotte Rescue Mission Loves VolunteerHub’s Dedication to Client Support

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Additionally, 170 individuals participated in our 2-year recovery living program, which offers accountability and support in the subsequent stages of their lives. We strive to offer multiple options for volunteers to support our organization. We are always looking for people within our community to help support our mission.