Tue.Aug 06, 2024

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MacKenzie Scott and Melinda French Gates Are Both Disrupting Philanthropy — but Not Always in the Same Way

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The most talked about women in philanthropy don’t always take the same tack, but they have some core approaches in common. By Jim Rendon Illustration by The Chronicle; Getty Images and XOSE BOUZAS, HANS LUCAS, REDUX After leaving the powerful foundation she co-founded, Melinda French Gates is striking out on her own. MacKenzie Scott has given away more than $17 billion since 2019.

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The Time to Start Planning Your Year-End Fundraising Campaign is Now

Ann Green

Can you believe it’s August already? Time flies and soon it will be September. I know It’s hard to think about fall when it’s been sweltering in many parts of the world, including places where it’s usually not that hot. Even so, September will be here before you know it. I’m already starting to see ads for back-to-school sales…. If you’re doing a year-end fundraising campaign, the time to start planning it is now, hopefully in an air-conditioned space.

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Bloomberg Gives $600 Million to Four HBCU Medical Schools' Endowments

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The donations will more than double the size of three of the medical schools' endowments. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Joshua A. Bickel/AP Michael Bloomberg’s gifts are going to Howard University College of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, Morehouse School of Medicine, and Charles Drew University of Medicine & Science. He is also giving $5 million to Xavier University of Louisiana, which is opening a new medical school.

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23 Leaders Selected for 2024 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship

NonProfit Leadership Center

1 in 3. That’s about how many nonprofits have no members of color on their boards (BoardSource). Yet, diverse boards are essential to strengthen nonprofits and communities. They bring broader perspectives and lived experiences, can plan and address emerging problems more effectively, and possess an expanded donor network. So, what can be done to solve for such a significant gap between what is and what should be in the nonprofit sector?

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Engage, Empower, Excel: Transforming Performance in the New Era of Work

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.

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A Sneak Peek Into MacKenzie Scott's Giving, Courtesy of Her Grantees

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Stephanie Beasley Robert Carter for the Chronicle/Getty Images In the four years since Scott started surprising nonprofits with unrestricted, multimillion-dollar gifts, a few details about her selection process have become known. Plus, see the rest of our new August issue , published online today.

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Staying Ahead of Facebook Fundraising Changes

NonProfit PRO

In the U.S., Meta has made some changes to payment processing. Here's some insight into the changes and what they mean for your nonprofit.

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How to Make Time to Think, Plan, and Be Strategic

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

It’s a top goal for people who sign up for the Communications Director Mentoring Program and probably for most nonprofit communicators: How do I make time to be more strategic? How do I make time to plan? What they are really asking is, how do I make time to think? Thinking , problem-solving, and strategizing are called deep work. They go hand in hand with finding more peace at work.

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What Does It Mean When You Get Two MacKenzie Scott Gifts? Recipients Aren't Sure Either

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Jim Rendon BRAC The philanthropist has made grants to more than 2,300 nonprofits. Thirteen have received more than one.

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How to Craft Inclusive Interview Practices for Nonprofits

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

As an organization that impacts many lives and communities, your nonprofit has a responsibility to form a team that can efficiently and effectively serve its beneficiaries and stakeholders. However, you can only cultivate a diverse and skilled team by making the recruitment process accessible to all, regardless of their abilities or background. A key stage for many hiring processes is the interview stage, making it a good place to start revamping your overall hiring approach.

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Can a $30 Million Bet on Supreme Court Reform Rise Above Partisan Divides?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NYU's new Kohlberg Center on the U.S. Supreme Court will test whether judiciary reforms can rise above the political fray or just widen it. By Sara Herschander Craig Hudson for The Washington Post, Getty Images The public’s positive perception of the judiciary has deteriorated in recent years at the fastest rate of any branch of government. Above, the Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Version2 Launches With Focus on Building Fully Autonomous Nonprofit Fundraiser

NonProfit PRO

Version2 launched with the goal of advancing the development of autonomous AI for fundraising in the nonprofit sector.

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Using Food and Stories to Bring People Together

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Nicole Wallace Karl Schatz for Community Plate The nonprofit Community Plate teams up with local groups to organize story-sharing potluck suppers.

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Reflecting on Inequity Through Art and Storytelling in China (Blog)

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Ruijie Guo , Chengchang Liu & Lu Tian An interview with artist Yulu Ge on creativity, equity, and social innovation.

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A Year After Maui Wildfire, Chronic Housing Shortage Persists

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

A housing market squeezed by vacation rentals is undermining attempts to find long-term shelter for survivors. By Gabriela Aoun Angueira and Audrey McAvoy, Associated Press LAHAINA, HAWAII Lindsey Wasson/AP Josephine Fraser, 22, who was born and raised in Lahaina, has moved with her family multiple times over the past 11 months after being displaced by the 2023 wildfire.

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How to Scale Recurring Giving for Sustainable Growth

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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The Ultimate List of 50 Nonprofit Marketing Ideas

Nonprofit Megaphone

50 Nonprofit Marketing Ideas Are you a nonprofit looking for creative ways to thrive and grow but feel limited by a small budget? Perhaps you are a large nonprofit seeking to function and market more efficiently. Do you want to make the most of your organization’s resources? If so, this list is for you! Here’s a useful compilation of 50 nonprofit marketing ideas gathered from various successful nonprofits.

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New! The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Welcome to the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub for Nonprofits! The AI Hub is an actively curated list of the most useful AI tools and resources for nonprofits found on the internet. To request an addition to the list, please post it to our Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Nonprofit Organizations LinkedIn Group.

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8 Strategies For Crafting Compelling Email Campaigns With Bloomerang AI Content Assistant

Bloomerang

Nonprofits are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance their email marketing strategies. And if you’re not using an AI Content Assistant , like the one now in Bloomerang, get ready to change your life by getting back hours in your day. 1. Personalize email content to boost engagement Personalization makes your audience feel valued. The AI Content Assistant can help you by suggesting personalized greetings and content based on the recipient’s preferences.

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Where’s the emotion in your fundraising offer?

Jeff Brooks

You can have all the facts that support your fundraising offer lined up like an army on the march, but you’ll hardly motivate anyone to give until you reach their hearts. Blame biology. We human beings make virtually all our decisions with our emotions. Then we circle back with our rational minds to either justify the decision or talk ourselves out of it.

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Empower Your Nonprofit With Effective Payroll & HCM Services

Managing a nonprofit involves many challenges, but payroll and HR shouldn’t be among them. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps nonprofits choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, vital for maintaining staff and volunteer morale. Compliance support helps navigate complex labor laws and avoid costly fines.

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The Impact of AI on Business Leadership and Decision-Making

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

The Impact of AI on Business Leadership and Decision-Making Artificial Intelligence has made the impossible possible and is set to bring more changes in the coming years. The 20th century saw the rise in popularity of AI. From mobile phones to computers, AI made its presence felt everywhere. Today, every one of us feels the presence of artificial intelligence.

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AI in Fundraising: Essential Strategies to Boost Nonprofit Impact

The Killoe Group

The post AI in Fundraising: Essential Strategies to Boost Nonprofit Impact appeared first on OneCause.

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Lever for Change: How ‘big bet philanthropy’ is transforming the sector 

Candid

I am an economist by training. But when my colleagues at the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and I established Lever for Change five years ago, we didn’t use any complex formula in setting our goal of mobilizing $1 billion by 2023. We wanted to be ambitious, be audacious, and grab headlines. A billion dollars, an order of magnitude greater than the foundation’s record-setting $100 million annual grant program , checked all those boxes.