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Former Citigroup Boss Gives Weill Cornell Medicine $50 Million

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The gift from billionaire Sanford Weill and his wife, Joan, brings together researchers from several institutions to study how nutrition and metabolism impact the bodys ability to control cancer. By Maria Di Mento John Abbott Sanford Weill, second from left, with Weill Cancer Hub Easts scientific leads, from left, Dr. Jedd Wolchok of Weill Cornell Medicine, Dr.

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Why Ask Why?

Ann Green

As you work on your nonprofit messages, remember the word why. Why, you ask? Because a lot of nonprofit communication doesnt focus on why something is important. Theres usually a lot of what and how, but not much why. The typical fundraising letter and newsletter article rambles on about accomplishments without explaining why something matters. Some organizations also like to pour on the statistics.

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How Nonprofits Can Create Ethical AI Policies

NonProfit Quarterly

Image Credit: ThisIsEngineering on Pexels Artificial intelligence (AI) has come to the nonprofit sector. Whether one views the technology as a force for good or something more sinister, the use of AI by nonprofits is sure to grow. More than half of nonprofits are using AI in some capacity, according to a recent report by the Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Diaspora Philanthropy 3.0

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Alex Counts The global humanitarian movement is under siege. With the dismantling of USAID, it has become clear that we need new paradigms and modalities if we are to resuscitateor even invigoratethe global humanitarian enterprise. Current models of private philanthropy alone cant make up for the sudden reduction of American development assistance (which itself follows on a more gradual reduction in aid from the United Kingdom), and we need to acknowledge that effective organizations as well

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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6 Ways Nonprofit Leaders Can Boost Morale in Chaotic Times

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

They need to be transparent to reduce the possibility of rumors and continue to make organizational culture a high priority, experts say. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images They need to be transparent to reduce the possibility of rumors and continue to make organizational culture a high priority, experts say.

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Unforgiveable Nonprofit Thank You Letter Mistakes

Clairification

I recently received a prickly thank you letter that made my blood boil. Not because it was so bad, but because it wasnt good. It didnt make me want to renew my support. And thats unforgiveable. Because the point of the first gift is to get a second one. Otherwise, donor acquisition costs you more than you make. Its simply not worth the effort unless you commit to donor retention.

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Community foundations’ grantmaking exceeded fundraising in FY 2023 

Candid

The results of the Council on Foundations latest CF Insights Annual Survey , which tracks community foundation activity in fiscal year 2023, present a mixed picture: The U.S. economy had begun to recover from the worst effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, driving greater returns on invested assets, yet individual giving fellnot only for community foundations but across the broader sector.

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How This Nonprofit Has Leveraged Hollywood’s Influence to Drive Social Change

Nonprofit Leadership Podcast

In this episode of the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast, host Rob Harter talks with Debbie Levin, CEO of the Environmental Media Association (EMA). Debbie shares her incredible journey of leading EMA for over 25 years, rebuilding the organization from the ground up, and strategically using the influence of Hollywood to promote sustainability and environmental awareness.

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McGuffin Creative Group Announces 2025 Marketing Grant for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Applications are now open for the 2025 McGuffin Grant, which will help a nonprofit further its mission with $30,000 in creative services.

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Nonprofit Radio for April 7, 2025: Nonprofit Leadership For Current & Aspiring

Tony Martignetti

Nick Grono: Nonprofit Leadership For Current & Aspiring Theres a new compassionate, inspiring and valuable guidebook on nonprofit leadership. Its aptly named, How To Lead Nonprofits. The author, Nick Grono, shares his thinking on the role of the CEO, your team and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), because the success of the people leading throughout … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for April 7, 2025: Nonprofit Leadership For Current & Aspiring → Nick Grono: Nonprofit

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Participate in NonProfit PRO’s Research Study

NonProfit PRO

Calling all nonprofit professionals! The survey for our annual two-part research project is under way, and we want to hear from you.

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Get Your Share Of $84 Trillion

Bloomerang

A tsunami is on the way. But this one is a good one and historically unprecedented. An epic tidal wave of $84 trillion will pass hands from the Baby Boomer (and Silent) Generations by 2045. There are only three places where dollars can go loved ones, government, or charity. Lets start by trying to fathom that Herculean number of $84 trillion. Visualize a paltry $1 billion.

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Diversity Is Not a Dirty Word: A 5-Point Checklist to Survive DEI Messaging

NonProfit PRO

Diversity, equity and inclusion has been rebranded as a dirty word but it's not. Heres how to lean into your DEI messaging strategy.

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Economic chaos is upon us; should fundraisers panic?

Jeff Brooks

The stock market pretty much crashed last week. On news of Trumps latest rounds of tariffs, the Dow fell by 1,679 points on Thursday, then fell another 2,231 points on Friday. The market lost more than $6.6 trillion in value those two days alone. These eye-goggling numbers signal bad news for everyone, worldwide. And it is a major challenge for fundraisers.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Sustainable Futures of Contraception and the Role of Men

NonProfit Quarterly

Image Credit: Photo by Pavel Danilyuk on pexels A recent study published in January by George Washington University revealed a significant rise in permanent forms of contraception, such as tubal ligations and vasectomies, following the Supreme Courts 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. The increase was especially pronounced in states that were likely to ban abortion, reflecting a growing fear about reproductive rights among young adults, as captured in a survey of 638 participants.