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How Communities Around the World Are Connecting Social Isolation and Health

Stanford Social Innovation Review

A 2015 Randomized Controlled Trial showed that participants reported increased quality of life in 60 percent of cases and reduced suicidal ideation in 80 percent of cases. The ensuing Canadian Talk to a Stranger Week led by the GenWell Project draws on compelling evidence being that reaching out helps us to feel better and more motivated.

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3 Tips for Successful Nonprofit Board Development

The Charity CFO

Foundations want to know that your board is doing its job and doing it well. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation: #1: Leverage your committees to boost participation. But fundraising and development are something that all of your board members can and should participate in. Expect 100% board participation.

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Nonprofit Professional Development | Resources for Success

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

Yet, when you allocate resources effectively, you empower your team members to enhance their skills by participating in nonprofit professional development. Shattuck touches on segmentation in marketing, creating strong relationship foundations, and adding a personal touch to your outreach. But how can you encourage their learning?

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23 Leaders Selected for 2022 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship

NonProfit Leadership Center

This transformational, 15-week program is designed to strengthen the board governance knowledge and skills of professionals of color while equipping nonprofit organizations to be genuinely ready to welcome these new members onto their boards. 2021 graduate Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship.

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When to Call It Quits

Stanford Social Innovation Review

As the Nicaraguan government tightened its grip on authoritarian rule, it was threatened by civil society organizations who possess the power to hold them accountable, receiving funds they do not control and investing those funds in services that preserve human rights, protect democracy, and empower individuals.

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Setting a Co-op Table for Food Justice in Louisville

NonProfit Quarterly

In October, the metro council of Louisville’s combined city-county government voted to allocate $3.5 If we fall short, the money from Louisville’s city-county government could be rescinded. Until 2019, most engaged volunteers were White and motivated by concerns with food justice. million to help make a co-op grocery a reality.

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Taking Steps Toward Disability Inclusion in China

Stanford Social Innovation Review

While organizations like the China Disabled Persons’ Federation aim to support the rights and interests of disabled individuals through assistance obtaining welfare subsidies and other services, only the most severely disabled individuals qualify for government financial aid.