Bloomerang

APRIL 22, 2024

ShowerUp: Building connection with hot Showers and open hearts In urban environments where the needs of the homeless are often overshadowed by the daily hustle, ShowerUp steps in to provide not just cleanliness but dignity as well.

Volunteerism 92

Volunteerism Volunteerism Homelessness Recruitment 92

Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2021

million, with a focus on advancing racial justice and ending the cycles of mass incarceration and mass homelessness. million to nonprofits working in the areas of housing and homelessness, including over $1 million to organizations that help homeless and runaway youth; $4.8 The grants include more than $6.7

Homelessness 52

Homelessness Activism Nonprofits 52

Candid

MARCH 27, 2024

So, we looked under the hood to see which sub-categories were most searched within each of these areas: February 2024 top 10 sub-category searches, arts and culture Ranking Sub-category Main category 1 Art museums Museums 2 Ethnic museums Museums 3 Ballet Dance: Performing arts 4 Traditional knowledge Cultural awareness 5 (Tie) Sacred sites Cultural (..)

Culture 52

Culture Food Homelessness Education 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

APRIL 3, 2024

million nonprofits provide vital support to communities, such as animal welfare, reduced-cost childcare, and homelessness prevention. You’ll Enjoy Resource Optimization ERP software allows you to manage nearly all business activities from one platform, reducing the need for multiple third-party programs.

Non-Profits 52

Non-Profits Management Homelessness Activism 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

To do so, the foundation focuses on improving housing stability, expanding the production or preservation of affordable housing for families, and ending youth homelessness. Notwithstanding the emergence of several funder collaboratives in recent years, such coordinated activity is still more of an exception than the rule.

Public and Social Policy 108

Public and Social Policy Homelessness Collaborations Foundations 108

The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

If you’re a homeless shelter and have spent all year talking to donors about how you want to serve more homeless and thus need more money to add beds to your facility, talk about that at the year-end as well. Send out letters, follow up with e-mail, be active on social media. Stick with adding beds.

Non-Profits 96

Non-Profits Homelessness Fundraising Fundraising 96

Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

The list offers a wide range of activities to choose from to support the financial growth of the organization. This is a low-lift activity that gets prospects in the “funnel” for a later solicitation by someone else. This is fun and easy and could become an ongoing activity. This is a perfect task for a board member.

Fundraising 87

Fundraising Fundraising Activism Homelessness 87

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 9, 2020

From the Super Bowl to monster trucks, tech conferences to BBQ festivals, Larry has seen most every kind of sponsorship tactic and activation that events use. A gas station that is creating viral TikTok videos to collect donations for the homeless. ?? Larry has bought and sold every type of sponsorship under the sun.

Insurance 147

Insurance Children Homelessness Food 147

Ken Goldstein

MARCH 5, 2019

RCSJ is a healing community for those traumatized by addiction, homelessness, and mental health challenges. Through support groups, classes, community meals, and social activities, members build their recovery capital, recognize their self-worth, and achieve their personal goals.

Homelessness 69

Homelessness Construction Health Finance 69

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The generosity of Millennials and Gen Z in human services Millennials and Gen Z are not just the future of charitable giving; they are actively influencing human services organizations today. Their giving patterns are shaping the future of fundraising for human services.

Disaster Relief 92

Disaster Relief Fundraising Fundraising Homelessness 92

Twenty Hats

OCTOBER 19, 2021

I became the volunteer manager at a non-profit, FACETS , that works with people struggling with homelessness and poverty. Before COVID, there had been about 200 active volunteers including intermittent help for events as well as scheduled assignments like homework help and admin support.

Homelessness 69

Homelessness Poverty Non-Profits Food 69

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

For example, one analysis found that most people losing SNAP benefits due to work requirements are those facing the largest barriers to work —such as homelessness or disability—and, therefore, the least likely to be able to earn enough to exceed the income limits.

Public and Social Policy 113

Public and Social Policy Poverty Social Policy Children 113

Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

Is reminding folks you haven’t solved hunger, homelessness, or poverty a good thing? Because all the time you’re spending on anniversary activities you’re not spending on higher-yield strategies. Everybody has birthdays… ho, hum. It’s a not-to-be-missed opportunity. Opportunity for what? Is this really something to celebrate?

Food 94

Food Homelessness Poverty Education 94

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 4, 2019

1] State charitable solicitation laws as well as consumer protection laws regulate cause marketing activities, and aim to protect against deceptive or misleading solicitations and advertising. in-store sales), as well as any states in which it is actively advertising the promotion (e.g., TV, mail, radio).

Law 147

Law Non-Profits Advertising Charitable Organizations 147

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The homelessness that happens, the lack of shelter, the lack of livelihood, the lack of security. It’s very different from other kinds of activism I’ve done, whether it’s strikes or arrests, those kinds of things, all of which I’m very familiar with and have been part of. IC: Tell me about the Alliance’s beginnings.

Psychology 123

Psychology Health Activism Public and Social Policy 123

TakeTwo Services

AUGUST 15, 2019

If your nonprofit provides temporary housing, make sure that you’re not claiming to end homelessness (even if that is the end goal). Yes, dear communications staff, sometimes, you just have to be that guy and ask, “But how are we actually ending homelessness?” What counts is what exactly your organization is doing. Be precise.

Communication 52

Communication Homelessness Activism Foundations 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

By Michelle Chen , an independent scholar who recently graduated with a PhD in mass communications with a focus on advocacy, activism and social change. Most of the videos feature a homeless person sharing their life story, struggles, and success. Millennials are the largest generation in the U.S. Tap into shared experiences.

Homelessness 105

Homelessness Nonprofits Technology Production 105

CNPE

JANUARY 6, 2022

all want a vibrant and safe downtown,” but am I really thinking about what would make a homeless family feel safe downtown? We provide professional development opportunities, including running the School for Fundraising and Engagement and hosting the Community Activation Network (CAN). People who choose our words carefully!

Race and Ethnicity 52

Race and Ethnicity Homelessness Values Governance 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

Since then it has grown from 106 million active monthly users to 310 million active monthly users. Habitat for Humanity focuses on periodically posting curated content relevant to the cause of homelessness and housing. For the first 13 years of its existence, growth was slow but steady. Curated content relevant to your mission.

Public and Social Policy 144

Public and Social Policy Nonprofits Activism Leadership 144

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

APRIL 11, 2021

Many people are unaware that moving, like most other activities in our lives, has some impact on the environment. When moving, we carry out many different activities, most of which have a greater or lesser impact on the environment. Which has the greatest impact on the environment when moving. Was it easy?

Homelessness 52

Homelessness Environmental Activism 52

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 6, 2023

It was almost like the field had been forgotten, or at least deprioritized, in favor of a focus on activities, programs, and outputs—such as affordable housing development, community investment, job creation, financial coaching, small business support, even neighborhood revitalization—things the traditional CDC field did.

Community Development 118

Community Development Public and Social Policy Governance Production 118

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 30, 2019

More specifically, if a homeless shelter agreed to provide 100 meals to clients for a donation of $1,000, once the 100 th meal is served the $1,000 would be automatically moved to the homeless shelter bank account. The transaction would then be recorded in a secure and immutable database.

Technology 103

Technology Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Homelessness 103

CNPE

DECEMBER 14, 2019

We thank and honor those nonprofit organizations, National Guard troop and gov­ern­mental agencies, and volunteers already active in providing relief in Western Kentucky. Executive Director, Coalition for the Homeless. Executive Director, Coalition for the Homeless, Southern Indiana. CEO, Impact V. Kathy Dobbins. , Andrew Hawes.

Homelessness 52

Homelessness Leadership Education Education 52

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 15, 2022

During the program’s first year, fellows reported a 40% increase in their board governance knowledge and skills after completing the program, and 95% of fellows were invited to serve on a nonprofit board or are in active conversations with at least one organization about board service.

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Participation and motivation Leadership Nonprofits 130

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 17, 2020

For example: in a lead campaign for a homeless charity, a photo of two empty beds performed much, much better than an emotive photograph of a man living in homelessness. . Your time has value, and this activity is not free for your organisation. . 1) Listen to the podcast with Facebook Ads expert Adrian O’Flynn.

Non-Profits 130

Non-Profits Homelessness Social Enterprise Social Enterprise 130

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

However, we can actively try to build cross-community bridges in an attempt to understand our own locality from other points of view. Conduct outreach and engagement activities in a culturally sensitive and respectful manner, and consider hiring staff or consultants with expertise in working with BIPOC communities.

Leadership 105

Leadership Poverty Public and Social Policy Race and Ethnicity 105

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 23, 2023

Through its iconic mobile showers, the San Francisco nonprofit LavaMae has found new ways to serve the homeless in the absence of more radical reforms of affordable housing. I also found that cities were quicker to first adopt energy-efficient buildings where mission-driven organizations are actively involved in addressing social problems.

Civil Society 103

Civil Society Public and Social Policy Construction Governance 103

NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Most of the time, this involves serving meals at a soup kitchen, working at a homeless shelter or ringing a bell outside a store. Find Simple One-Time Activities. Try to develop a list of activities that can be done on a one-time basis and that require little training/prep time. But you never know!). Get the Word Out.

Homelessness 64

Homelessness Advertising Food Activism 64

Fundraising Coach

AUGUST 8, 2023

Increases retention and engagement: Stories can help nonprofits keep their supporters actively engaged and invested in their cause. A church running a text fundraiser could share a short story about a homeless family who counts on their food bank to stay alive. Let’s consider another example of storytelling in action.

Retention 52

Retention Homelessness Healthcare Medical 52

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 19, 2023

As Latinx tenant activism is rising, the community is gaining its voice, moving beyond building-by-building organizing into broader efforts, which include both policy reform and the creation of a community land trust. In Long Beach, CA, Latinx renters face increasing threats of gentrification and displacement.

Law 98

Law Cultural Diversity Community Development Children 98

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 6, 2021

For example, an organization that supports homeless families could have an Advisory Board made up of formerly and current homeless people. By detailing the activities of the group before it begins, you can be ready to get them started on the right foot once the group is formed. How often will the board meet?

Nonprofit governance and management 111

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 111

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Listen, starting a nonprofit is NOT a “build it and they will come” activity. Even though it may go against your instincts to ask for money, it’s a must-do activity if you want your nonprofit to grow and thrive. Using heartstring words like “homeless,” “abandoned,” “deserving,” “malnourished,” “unjust,” “innocent,” etc.,

Children 122

Children Education Education Homelessness 122

Ann Green

JUNE 26, 2023

This allows prospective donors to see who their donations are helping and how they’re actively making a difference in people’s lives. For instance, if you’re an animal shelter, go beyond sharing that you recently took in a homeless dog and found it a home. Of course, you’ll want to get permission from your beneficiaries first.

Construction 98

Construction Homelessness Medical Associations 98

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

Some donors are drawn to just one cause area, such as homelessness or food insecurity. But most donors are drawn to several cause areas, so they may donate to a homeless shelter, a chess program for middle school students, a dog rescue, and an organization that supports women with breast cancer. The Bottom Line.

Homelessness 126

Homelessness Children Food Health 126

Fundraising Leadership

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Read more from Gloria Feldt in Take The Lead on feminism movement Throughout her career, Nunes has played an integral role in the drafting of policy positions with local and national coalition partners, including a recent collaboration with the National Coalition for the Homeless, according to NOW.

Universities 98

Universities Philanthropy Health Foundations 98

Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

The rate of Turkish organizations reporting complete suspension of their activities decreased from 29 percent in April 2020 to 16 percent in August, according to TUSEV. Perhaps some organizations that had to stop activity were able to bounce back. News from Turkey does offer a glimmer of hope.

Civil Society 75

Civil Society Philanthropy Nonprofit Administration and Development Foundations 75

Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

You must proactively practice the craft of fundraising to reap active participation in philanthropy. I may want to help end homelessness, but not have a clue how to make a difference on a scale that moves the needle. You must allocate human resources to strategically plan and implement development strategies.

Fundraising 136

Fundraising Fundraising Philanthropy Nonprofits 136