The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 5, 2024
By Maria Di Mento and Jim Rendon Calla Kessler, The New York Times, Redux Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg contributed $3 billion last year to support the arts, education, environment, public health, and programs aimed at improving city governments around the world. The 50 donors gave a median of $100 million and a total of $11.9 billion.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 4, 2024
Image credit: primipil on istock.com We are seeing the outlines of a new way of being amidst this crisis. We can see the possibilities not of a tsunami wave of destruction but rather a bright sea of connected life. Kindred Southern Healing Justice Collective, “Kindred Offering to this Moment” In a time of increasing external threats impacting community health—economic inequality, genocide, global pandemics, state violence, White supremacy, authoritarianism, climate crises—there are many reason
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Ann Green
MARCH 7, 2024
Donor retention is a perennial problem for nonprofit organizations. Many organizations spend all this time and energy on acquiring donors, concentrating more on volume and don’t seem to be concerned that they’re churning through different donors year after year. Just like the flowers and plants in your garden, you need to give them care and attention.
Candid
MARCH 6, 2024
Candid did something bold in 2023: We asked that funders put their trust in us by providing unrestricted grant support for our planned mission-critical work—projects we believed would make the biggest impact for the sector at large. This strategic pivot meant that we had to make the difficult choice to stop actively seeking programmatic support that had, until that point, made up a chunk of our contributed revenue.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 6, 2024
Equating identity with oppression harms social movements and those they seek to help. By Eboo Patel Equating identity with oppression harms social movements and those they seeks to help.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 4, 2024
Image credit: “You Got Me Inside Out” by Martine Mooijenkind Editors’ note: This article is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine ’s winter 2023 issue, “Love as Social Order: How Do We Build a World Based in Love?” This article was excerpted from How We Ended Racism: Realizing a New Possibility in One Generation , by Justin Michael Williams and Shelly Tygielski (Sounds True, 2023), with permission.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
MARCH 7, 2024
By Luz María Velázquez & Patricia Torres We are Lumi and Paty. Our stories are different, but they have similarities. We both have worked across a variety of disciplines, including teaching, ethics, economics, architecture, and design. And although we belong to different generations, we share a culture and experiences as Mexican women. Our observation and understanding of gender inequalities derive from this unique intersection of knowledge.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 5, 2024
By Maria Di Mento and Jim Rendon Valerie Chiang for The Chronicle Racial justice, the environment, and scientific research are getting an influx of money from wealthy people seeking tangible change.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 6, 2024
Image credit: twinsterphoto on istock.com Across the country, housing justice organizers and advocates are hearing similar complaints from tenants: “My apartment building was purchased by some out-of-state company, and I don’t know who to call about maintenance. My heat hasn’t been fixed in months.” Or: “My management company only cares about raising rents, charging more fees, and evicting my neighbors.
NonProfit Leadership Center
MARCH 8, 2024
Successful organizations start with strong leaders, but what defines a good leader? What traits do good leaders possess? We recently interviewed more than 20 nonprofit CEOs and funders to understand what they believe makes a leader most impactful. They shared seven qualities that are necessary to be a good leader in today’s ever-changing workplace.
Candid
MARCH 5, 2024
Fundraising can be an ongoing challenge for any nonprofit organization, but for newly established ones, it can be a daunting hurdle. An organization that’s just starting out has to compete for funding with nearly two million other U.S. nonprofits while also setting up and launching programs. One major obstacle is that foundations are reluctant to award grants to emerging organizations.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 8, 2024
In the run-up to the Oscars, grant makers should consider how supporting film and TV stories can counter fossil fuel industry narratives — and amplify other causes. By Anna Jane Joyner Netflix, Photofest Good Energy’s Climate Reality Check determines whether TV shows and movies depict the climate crisis. “Nyad,” above, was one of three films that met its criteria this year.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 7, 2024
In August 2023, writer and racial strategist Yanique Redwood released her first book, White Women Cry and Call Me Angry: A Black Woman’s Memoir on Racism in Philanthropy. The book is about her own experience with racism at work, told through a collection of 18 essays. When Redwood released White Women Cry , she had no idea what the public response would be or if it would resonate with others.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 6, 2024
NonProfit PRO has released its 2024 report, featuring insights directly from nonprofit professionals across multiple key areas, offering essential trends to navigate the unpredictable nonprofit landscape. Download the report to gain valuable perspectives on big ideas, fundraising strategies, donor engagement, technology impact, data analytics, leadership strategies, mission awareness and much more.
Fundraising Coach
MARCH 6, 2024
Strong donor relationships help your nonprofit build robust supporter networks, make donors happy to support your mission, and foster lasting support. Whether you’re setting up a gratitude system or meeting with donors one-on-one, it’s essential to make these connections and show your appreciation for their contributions. One frequently missed step in this process is optimizing the donor experience.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 8, 2024
Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service rebranded as Global Refuge to put the spotlight on its mission — and boost fundraising. By Ben Gose Julian Spath for Global Refuge Global Refuge staff celebrate the organization’s new name, which the group hopes will help it win more support from private foundations and corporations. Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service rebranded as Global Refuge to put the spotlight on its mission — and boost fundraising.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 8, 2024
Image credit: Jurgute on istock.com As a kid, maybe you wore your pajamas inside out the night before or slept with a spoon under your pillow. These are a few of the time-honored superstitions meant to make the weather turn worse: all for the chance at a day off from school due to snow. The next morning, you’d wake up early and watch the running ticker of school names along the bottom of the TV screen, desperate to see your school listed.
Momentum Nonprofit Partners
MARCH 6, 2024
Health Insurance Carriers include Cigna, BCBS, Aetna, and United HealthCare Tennessee Nonprofit Network is thrilled to announce new health insurance options for all member organizations! Partnering with Affinity in Chattanooga, we're ensuring every Tennessee nonprofit employee has the opportunity to receive access to affordable healthcare, regardless of staff size or budget.
Veritus Group
MARCH 4, 2024
When you allow yourself to do one small thing for you from a place of love, it can shift your whole perspective. The post Do One Small Thing With Love appeared first on Veritus Group.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 5, 2024
Mike Bloomberg, Phil and Penny Knight, and Michael and Susan Dell led the list of biggest givers. By David Campbell, Angela R. Logan, and Michael Moody Penny and Phil Knight made a $400 million pledge to revive a struggling Black neighborhood in Portland, Ore. The top 50 American individuals and couples who gave or pledged the most to charity in 2023 committed $12 billion to foundations, universities, hospitals, and more.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 7, 2024
Image credit: Андрей Романенко on wikimedia.com In Dnipro, Ukraine, just 50 miles from the frontlines, something is happening in the forests. Volunteers are collecting waste and discarded material as part of Underground Dnipro , an environmental activism organization working to educate civilians and the local government on the environmental impacts of pollution and why it still matters in a time of war.
Bloomerang
MARCH 8, 2024
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether they can credit a donation in 2023 if the check was dated 2024: Dear Charity Clairity, A donor advised in early December a $20,000 check was mailed to us.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 8, 2024
Unlock Your Nonprofit's Full Potential! View the Board Fundraising & Engagement Guide: 10 Essentials for Success - your roadmap to building a powerful team of fundraisers and changemakers. Maximize your impact and create lasting change in your community with proven strategies to increase fundraising and engagement from your board. Download now to ignite the spark of transformation!
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 7, 2024
The pilot project represents a hope many have for A.I. — delivering accurate medical information. By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Rafiq Maqbool/Associated Press Women learn to use a chatbot powered by artificial intelligence developed by Myna Mahila Foundation at the local women’s organization’s office in Mumbai, India. The pilot project represents a hope many have for A.I. — delivering accurate medical information.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 3, 2024
By Stephanie Wallace , Marketing Specialist, Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. As a nonprofit organization, securing funding is essential to fulfilling your mission and driving meaningful change in your community. However, managing grants efficiently and effectively can often be a daunting task, requiring meticulous attention to detail, rigorous compliance measures, and streamlined processes.
Veritus Group
MARCH 6, 2024
Is a fear of asking or offending your donors holding you back? Most often, there's some wrong thinking that's behind this fear. The post Dealing With the Fear of Asking appeared first on Veritus Group.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 6, 2024
Holidays evoke emotion, while nonprofit campaigns use emotion to drive action. Here's how to use holidays to connect with a broader audience.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 4, 2024
By Maria Di Mento Plus, a $25 million gift to the Philadelphia Orchestra honors the legendary opera singer and civil-rights activist Marian Anderson, and the sons of Chinese-immigrant parents give $5 million to honor a Black businessman who helped their family in the 1930s.
Blue Avocado
MARCH 5, 2024
Stepping away is part of the nonprofit circle of life. Over the years, I have worked with many founder-led (or until-recently-founder-led) organizations. There is something exciting about being part of that first wave, when a bold new idea emerges, takes shape, and hopefully improves society around it. But for those toiling away in young nonprofits, it is often grueling and sometimes even cruel.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
MARCH 6, 2024
By Anne Miltenburg Women worldwide, especially in low-income countries, face many barriers to entrepreneurship, including limited access to capital, harassment, and violence. It’s easy to assume that online services and opportunities lessen these barriers—that women can freely network, sell, borrow, and skill up to make their ventures a success without the biases they face in the physical world.
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 8, 2024
Many nonprofits are considering new constituent relationship management software. Here's how to navigate the ever-evolving CRM landscape.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 4, 2024
By Lisa Schohl A grant maker, a nonprofit leader, and a consultant say asking for unrestricted dollars doesn't have to be hard. Here's their top advice.
Foundation Group
MARCH 4, 2024
Delve into the complexities of IRS Form 990, shedding light on the extensive data needed to accurately reflect a tax-exempt organization's financial and operational activities.
NonProfit Quarterly
MARCH 4, 2024
Image credit: gorodenkoff on istock.com The creativity and ingenuity of socially marginalized and racialized groups can drive innovative healthcare solutions. However, despite their potential contributions, these groups are too often shut out of innovation ecosystems. Advancing innovations that lead to equitable and sustainable solutions in the healthcare system requires interrogating the inequities embedded within research, design, and testing processes for novel health solutions, as well as
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 4, 2024
As "The Godfather" showed, you're most persuasive when you give people what they want most. Here's how this can help with major gift offers.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 5, 2024
By Ben Gose Jörg Carstensen, picture alliance, Getty Images More clues about where the billionaire's giving is headed may emerge as early as this month when the winners of her first call for proposals are announced.
Stanford Social Innovation Review
MARCH 5, 2024
By Fan Li & Sally Ren Disability is part of being human. Almost everyone will temporarily or permanently experience disability at some point in their lives, and currently, an estimated 1.3 billion people, roughly 16 percent of the global population, are living with significant disability. The UN Disability and Development Report 2018 reveals that individuals with disabilities face fundamental challenges in nearly all aspects of life, including employment, health care, and education.
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