Momentum Nonprofit Partners

MARCH 18, 2024

For instance, if advocating for affordable housing, present data on the cost of homelessness to the healthcare system. For example, a policy on environmental sustainability might incentivize renewable energy sources, creating new jobs and tax revenue. Then, translate its impact into hard numbers.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Public Policy Healthcare Governance 52

Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Engaging with up-and-coming leaders can bring fresh perspectives and energy to your board. Whether they’re doing a science experiment that summer campers might do at camp, serving the homeless a meal, or looking at cells under a microscope in the hospital, bring the front lines of your work. Young Nonprofit Professionals groups.

Participation and motivation 79

Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership Nonprofit governance and management 79

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 4, 2024

1 Boston’s Green New Deal and PowerCorpsBOS Investing in the climate future of youth and young adults is the way Trinh Nguyen, chief of worker empowerment, and Mariama White-Hammond, chief of environment, energy, and open space, saw the way forward to investing in Boston’s Green New Deal.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 84

Nonprofit Administration and Development Environmental Energy Nonprofit governance and management 84

Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

And if we approached all the problems we're facing right now with the same focus, energy and compassion my neighbors did that day, there isn't a problem in this world we couldn't solve. A great new campaign from Maxwell House Coffee to help homeless vets. But I learned something on my front lawn last week. Partnership Notes 1.

Production 130

Production Activism Homelessness Energy 130

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Vincent Bevins: The book takes as its starting point something for which I think there’s ample evidence: there is quite a lot of energy and desire around the world to change the global system that we inhabit. If the question is not of desire, energy, or will, then perhaps the question is about tactics.

Governance 104

Governance Civil Society Homelessness Energy 104

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

When Marchman moved to Canada, for example, he noticed skyrocketing real estate prices as well as increased homelessness because of the lack of access to jobs and homes. Even for countries that do let people in, there often isn’t much these refugees and migrants have access to.

Environmental 99

Environmental Food Insurance Homelessness 99

Nonprofit Megaphone

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In their online shop , 100% of all sales proceeds go toward helping save the lives of homeless pets! “We’re proud to say that each soft organic cotton t-shirt is made with renewable energy and is designed to be sent back to us to be recycled at the end of its lifecycle.” Motley Zoo Animal Rescue. Environmental.

Children 105

Children Environmental Agriculture Nonprofits 105

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 10, 2023

Topics such as conservation, education, energy, ecosystems, and water resources were more likely to be funded—with natural resources and conservation protection organizations like The Nature Conservancy and the Environmental Defense Fund being the most prolific grant-getters.

Environmental 86

Environmental Foundations Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management 86

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The mindset shift, here, is critical: It is no longer enough to set sights on big improvements to current services, important as that is; city leaders must invest time, energy, and resources to understand what’s around the corner.

Nonprofit governance and management 135

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Governance 135

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

American Solar Energy Society :: @ ASES_Solar. American Wind Energy Association :: @ AWEA. National Coalition for the Homelessness :: @ NTL_Homeless. American Heart Association :: @ American_Heart. American Red Cross :: @ RedCross. American Rivers :: @ AmericanRivers. Americans for the Arts :: @ Americans4Arts.

Manufacturing 101

Manufacturing Associations Energy Homelessness 101

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The key argument in your book is about capitalism being a toxic partner that we all need to break up with, that’s jealous or draining our energy or negging or gaslighting us. They are making plans that are keeping homeless communities from having housing. Why did you use this metaphor? They are making plans that are displacing people.

Governance 85

Governance Insurance Homelessness Poverty 85

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Shopping locally helps by limiting the CO2 emissions and energy waste from supply chains. Donate it to your local food bank or homeless shelter. You might even be able to purchase clothing or gifts from a local craftsman or seamstress. Shop your local craft or farmers’ markets to see what you can find. .

Food 52

Food Homelessness Production Energy 52

NonProfit Hub

MAY 11, 2015

Nonprofits are turning more and more toward grants as a source of funding for their causes, and that’s not a bad idea—if and only if you can devote the necessary time and energy into it. McKinney Vento Homeless. Here’s a bit of rough, straight shootin’ life advice for you: you’ll probably get shot down the first time.

Homelessness 70

Homelessness Energy Education Education 70

Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

They may not want to give you a grant if they see your animal welfare nonprofit is living off of your adoption fees or your homeless shelter is solely running on a large government grant. How much time and energy will it take to pull it off? Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket when it comes to running your nonprofit.

Fundraising 126

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofits 126

The Agitator

MARCH 31, 2013

They actually went out and rented a store front location … they even bought a large new refrigerator and stove so they could provide more meals to more homeless folks. And that’s not even counting the energy waste involved in commuting to their new palatial digs! We’ve forwarded a complaint … go get ‘em Charity Navigator.

Homelessness 84

Homelessness Retention Food Energy 84

Fundraising Coach

MAY 6, 2013

Harness the Amazing Energy of Others. Find a way to tap into their energy and put them to work. These people represent a powerful force with amazing energy just waiting to be tapped into. . - Nick Kellet, Co-Founder of List.ly. Ask them to attend events and shoot photos or video. Invite them to blog. What are you waiting for?”

Non-Profits 111

Non-Profits Energy Nonprofits Homelessness 111

Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

For example, an animal advocacy organization with the goal of homing more pets than they did the previous year might have a mission statement like, “We work to reduce the number of homeless pets in the community by offering free rescue services and housing animals with volunteer foster homes.”

Nonprofit Administration and Development 89

Nonprofit Administration and Development Recruitment Management Leadership 89

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I’ve used this framework with a diversity of organizations—including cash-strapped ones and one backed by a billionaire—working on a diversity of issues, including homelessness, affordable housing, and public education. The evidence was clear: Expanding access to high-quality education is critical to decarceration.

Public and Social Policy 108

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Education Education 108

Fundraiser Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

This is a fun fundraising idea , particularly in support of a homeless shelter or food bank. It is a great way to stock the shelves of a food bank very quickly. Organize your supporters into teams and give them a list of food items they must collect in order to complete the scavenger hunt. The possibilities are endless.

Food 49

Food Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising 49

Fundraising Coach

MARCH 12, 2011

Passion and energy are contagious! How many homeless will be kept warm? Like: “A gift of $1000 will send this many kids to camp.&#. The #1 reason people give? They are asked. Go out and ask, even if you don’t feel you have it all together. 3 More Fundraising Thoughts. Think of fundraising like networking circles.

Fundraising 77

Fundraising Fundraising Homelessness Energy 77

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It remains encapsulated in a rigid legal straitjacket that limits its ability to react with agility to meet pressing social and economic needs and opportunities, such as the upcoming wave of solar energy development. Worker-owned co-ops and benefit corporations are additional public policy frameworks for a just economy.

Public and Social Policy 114

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Poverty 114

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 10, 2009

They have to feel the fire of their own energy and commitment to the need: help children in Africa, the homeless on our streets, sick children. You can awaken your board members’ sleeping energy by visually and emotionally reminding them of the impact you are making in the world. Ask them why they care about the cause.

Fundraising 43

Fundraising Fundraising Energy Children 43

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 5, 2023

While some of these investments may deliver lower returns , they can advance renewable energy systems, protect natural habitats, or build more affordable housing. 1 then tried to use this perch to prod ExxonMobil to increase investment in renewable energy and disclose the company’s Scope 3 emissions. A prominent example is “Engine No.

Environmental 106

Environmental Finance Energy Management 106

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

APRIL 5, 2009

He also had some rough times and was once homeless. Today, he has drawn on all of his extraordinary background by dedicating his time and energy to filming the stories of homeless people in LA at Invisible People. It’s just a kid talking about being homeless into a $500 camera. The last rule, there are no rules!

Homelessness 56

Homelessness Production Non-Profits Energy 56

Get Fully Funded

MAY 1, 2023

For example, if you run a homeless shelter, you should mention the number of people who are homeless on any given night in your area. Do you have volunteer tutors who can help students who are homeless with their work? Do your beneficiaries have access to medical care once a month? Does your organization provide a meal?

Homelessness 124

Homelessness Nonprofits Agriculture Management 124

Sea Change Strategies

AUGUST 1, 2013

For instance, you might tell the story of a young gay man kicked out of his home by his parents to shed light on the pervasive problem of homeless LGBT youth and to engage someone to volunteer at a shelter. We tell small stories to exemplify the larger significance of that story. For some reason the visitor was not satisfied and moved on.

Non-Profits 45

Non-Profits Homelessness Energy 45

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Easing the Energy Transition. Even though the coal industry has provided work and tax revenues to people in these areas, some Indigenous groups are looking to help drive the shift toward renewable energy. Its focus was on entering new markets and Isaac was looking for connections to authorities in transmission and energy planning.

Energy 97

Energy Finance Environmental Food 97

NonProfit Hub

JULY 6, 2021

Let’s face it: any precious time, energy, money, and other resources that don’t go toward positive world-change isn’t just a missed opportunity—it’s reinforcing false stereotypes that nonprofits are unequipped. Or a residence for homeless veterans serves meals with durable dishes and metal silverware when simpler (but recyclable!)

Nonprofits 97

Nonprofits Energy Values Production 97

The Charity CFO

APRIL 6, 2022

So for example, homeless shelters, completely different operation than, um, you know, one of my web based, you know, you know, social justice, more advocacy lobby, work type organizations, which is totally different than an arts museum. So that paying attention to mission creep is the buzzword in the nonprofit space.

Non-Profits 52

Non-Profits Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management Philanthropy 52

Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 7, 2021

For example, a computer or a printer for your office, a musical instrument if you work with children, or a bed if you help homeless people move into homes. Or if your policy declines a specific type of donation like property, it saves you the energy and strife of considering every land offer on a case-by-case basis.

Nonprofit governance and management 119

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Foundations 119

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

And we partner with them for those services, and our energy and resources are focused on the gaps.” it may be emotional or pragmatic or it may just be, you know, just a good response from a donor saying, “This is worth my time and energy in my dollars.” Maybe you’re looking for, you know.

Children 79

Children Curriculum and Teaching Education Education 79

NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

This is a high-energy interactive workshop that will shift your focus from viewing fundraising as overwhelming or a backburner project to an inspiring activity. Social sector organizations address our nation’s most challenging issues—poverty, homelessness, social justice, education and the environment. Jeff Kutash.

Public and Nonprofit Management 46

Public and Nonprofit Management Foundations Technology Education 46

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Although researching funders can take some time, and I know it can be a little bit of a burden on small organizations especially, it also saves even more time because once you determine that a funder isn’t aligned, you stop putting any energy into them. . And they can also be settings, things like schools or homeless shelters. .

Nonprofit Administration and Development 75

Nonprofit Administration and Development Foundations Health Public and Nonprofit Management 75

Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2021

And I always like to point this out because I think mental health is extremely important, especially as the fact that you’re dealing with populations who might be they’re doing one of the most vulnerable parts of their lives, or maybe there’s a cause that is really, really necessary to focus on and requires all your mental energy.

Nonprofit governance and management 114

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Foundations 114

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But let’s say, you know, maybe you’ve just been talking to them about job placement because the job placement is really the thing that elevates the homeless and helps them get off the streets and all of that. . So again, not everybody will have this, but if you have this information and you can see what did people give the most.

Disaster Relief 60

Disaster Relief Communication Participation and motivation Retention 60