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Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation and Impact: Reflecting on Our Journey

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When I sent everyone home in March 2020, we already had a well-defined and well supported remote work policy. Full of Gratitude As I reflect on 25 years of being in business, I am filled with gratitude. The post Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation and Impact: Reflecting on Our Journey appeared first on Matrix Group International.

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Doing good with AI tools: Navigating ethical considerations for the social sector 

Candid

As AI is increasingly used in high-impact ways such as writing and assessing grant proposals, how can we make sure that it is used ethically, minimizing the risk of harm? When we use AI to help draft a grant proposal—in a tool currently under development—we must consider the potential that AI-generated language could be harmful and offensive.

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Why we’re all burned out and what to do about it  

Candid

This could include developmental opportunities, paid time off, fostering inclusive and non-toxic work cultures, encouraging work-life balance, hiring extra help when needed, having sabbatical or leave policies, or offering flexible work hours. Proposing new projects? Reflect on the demands your job places on you—can any be removed?

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The ongoing revolution in philanthropy: An open-ended reading list

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

Answers on grant proposals if nonprofits were brutally honest with funders. Justice over greatness: A new year’s reflection. Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Policy Template. Reflections on a Conference for Well-Intentioned Funders: We can do better. Tools: Reflective structured dialogue.

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Trust-Based Philanthropy: “Walking the Talk” Towards Long-Term Financial Wellness

sgEngage

The Role of Trust-Based Philanthropy The growing interest in giving larger, unrestricted—and in many cases multi-year— commitments reflects a widening embrace of “trust-based philanthropy” (TBP) among select funders. Do the Homework : Oftentimes, nonprofits have to jump through countless hoops just to be invited to submit a proposal.

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New on SSIR: Tap the crowd with iStart

Amy Sample Ward

I’ve been poking around on the newly relaunched iStart platform lately and want to share some of my reflections (and hopefully get some of yours, too!). It also gives you options for saving searches and getting alerts when there are new proposals that match your criteria. iStart and options for nonprofits. The ins and outs.

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COVID-related National Service cannot just be gap year for privileged youth

ASU Lodestar Center

The new opportunities for national service must be fulfilled by Americans who reflect the full tapestry of diverse backgrounds, voices and experiences that make up our nation — especially those who already live in the communities of color disproportionately affected by this crisis.