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Reaching a State of Prime Association Performance

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APRIL 1, 2024

To help your association reach and maintain a prime state of performance, ensure you have these seven components.

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NetForum AMS Unveils New Website, Increased Support for Associations and Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

NetForum AMS announced a new and refreshed website, designed to better serve an expanded range of associations and nonprofits with comprehensive association management software (AMS) and added implementation options.

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Bill Clinton Explains Why Philanthropy Fills His Post-Presidential Life in New Book

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

By Glenn Gamboa, Associated Press AP Photo/Andres Kudacki, File Former president Bill Clinton’s new book, “Citizen,” details his philanthropic work since leaving the White House.

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The Everyday Donor: Unlocking Prospecting Segments Through Behavior Analysis

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Volunteers Came Back to Nonprofits In 2023, After the Pandemic Tanked Participation

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Steven Senne/AP Volunteer Evangelista Baez, 72, of Providence, R.I., The survey asked if respondents volunteered at a nonprofit or if they informally helped friends, family or neighbors or gave to charity.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards.

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Emergency Fundraisers Offer a Lifeline to Groups Who Have Lost Foreign Aid

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Jose Luis Magana, AP photo Flowers and a sign outside the headquarters of the U.S. As the U.S. funding freeze cascades through the international-development ecosystem, nonprofits are fundraising to help organizations struggling with the cuts. Agency for International Development in Washington.

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Melinda French Gates Plans to Match $1 Million in GivingTuesday Gifts to Groups That Support Women

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) Jose Luis Magana/AP Through her giving and advocacy, Melinda French Gates has championed paid family leave, support for caregivers, and making child care less expensive. The Vote Mama Foundation and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers will have 10 days to raise the funds.

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Save the Music Foundation Looks to 'Go Indie' to Expand Its School Education Support

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

By Glenn Gamboa, Associated Press AP Photo/Brynn Anderson The shift will allow Save the Music to focus more on students like 17-year-old JaMarion Hulin, from Daniel McLaughlin Therrell High School in Atlanta, where he is president of the schools record company and is learning to use equipment provided by the foundation to make music.

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Community Brands Introduces Nimble Intelligence, AI-Powered Analytics Solution for Associations

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 25, 2024

Community Brands launched Nimble Intelligence, an AI-powered analytics solution built on Salesforce with insights and reporting capabilities.

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Newman’s Own Invites More Companies to Donate 100 Percent of Their Profits to Charities

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Charles Krupa, AP file photo As of 2022, Newmans Own said it had given away $600 million to charities over the years, with a focus on supporting children.

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Refugees and Their Sponsors Feel Stuck After Halt to Programs Letting Communities Resettle Newcomers

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

By James Pollard, Associated Press MIAMI Marta Lavandier, AP photo Rita Breus, left, and daughter Rivly, with a photo of grandmother Erzule Paul. Public-private partnerships where nonprofits organized citizens to sponsor refugees are now in limbo.

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5 Best Practices for Nonprofit Employee Onboarding

Ann Green

MARCH 10, 2025

Debbie Willis is the VP of Global Marketing at ASI, with over 20 years of marketing experience in the association and non-profit technology space. Debbie loves creating meaningful content to engage and empower association and non-profit audiences.

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L.A. Wildfire Survivors Struggling With FEMA Applications Could Benefit From Disaster Case Managers

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 29, 2025

By Gabriela Aoun Angueira, Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. While FEMA provides funding for disaster case management, most groups will rely on philanthropic and local support to hire and train case managers.

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Focus on Generosity and Building Relationships on Giving Tuesday

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In an ideal world Giving Tuesday wouldn’t be associated with political emails and Cyber Monday ads. Soon we’ll be bombarded with Cyber Monday and Black Friday ads. And then there’s Giving Tuesday. All of this can be too much, too much, and many of these messages look like spam.

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AFP President Mike Geiger to Step Down at the End of the Year

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 23, 2024

By Rasheeda Childress Courtesy of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Mike Geiger, president and CEO of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, will be leaving the organization after seven years at its helm. In his seven-year tenure, Geiger improved financials and led the organization through the pandemic.

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The Nonprofit World Should Embrace, Not Fear, Congressional Interest in Donor Transparency

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. By Craig Kennedy Getty Images Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. Their concern is misplaced, and the field’s legitimacy is at stake.

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Volunteering Would Feel Good Even If It Didn't Have Health Benefits. But It Does

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 2, 2024

By Albert Stumm, Associated Press Robert Piechota, via AP Jeff Kellert, seen in his garden in Albany, N.Y., Research has revealed a connection between volunteering and more positive emotions, less loneliness and more social support. began volunteering as a tutor and helped with monthly dinners at his synagogue.

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A Grant Program for Black Women Business Owners Is Discriminatory, Appeals Court Rules

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 3, 2024

The ruling against the Atlanta-based Fearless Fund is another victory for conservative groups waging a sprawling legal battle against corporate diversity programs.

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Recent Survey Data Shows Employee Volunteerism in the Workplace Is on the Rise in 2023

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Survey data from the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals showed employees volunteered more in the workplace in 2023.

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Thomas Tighe Reflects on 24 Years Leading the International Health Nonprofit Direct Relief

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 22, 2025

By Gabriela Aoun Angueira, Associated Press SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) Tighe helped transform its operations, embracing technology and courting corporate partners. Hong, AP Thomas Tighe, president and CEO of Direct Relief, says, Were trying to make a charitable site as efficient as if it were a commercial site.

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What's Next for Billionaire Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott's Giving?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 5, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Scott’s grants, announced in March, largely fall in line with her usual themes — equity and justice, education, health, and economic security and opportunity were the largest categories.

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Less Than 2% of Philanthropic Giving Goes to Women and Girls. Can Melinda French Gates Change That?

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 30, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Jose Luis Magana/AP Melinda French Gates plans to give $1 billion over the next two years to people and organizations working on behalf of women and families globally. Her $1 billion commitment, announced Tuesday, and the momentum generated if others join her, could break through that ceiling.

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Coalition Will Fight New Taxes on Nonprofits

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 22, 2025

Dozens of nonprofit associations come together as the broader tax-exempt sector braces for increasing scrutiny. By Ben Gose Chronicle photo by Julia Schmalz Dozens of nonprofit associations have come together as the broader tax-exempt sector braces for increasing scrutiny.

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Anonymous $10 Million Gift to a Climate Nonprofit Came Out of the Blue

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 24, 2024

Thalia Beaty, Associated Press (AP Photo/J. The mystery contribution to Giving Green was made by a donor-advised fund at Fidelity Charitable. David Ake, File) The mystery contribution to Giving Green was made by a donor-advised fund at Fidelity Charitable.

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Soros' Open Society Foundations Say Restructuring Is Complete, Pledge $400 Million for Green Jobs

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 16, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Mark Schiefelbein, Associated Press Open Society Foundations made its first new commitment after a years-long internal reorganization, pledging $400 million over eight years to support green economic development.

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This Year's MacArthur 'Genius' Fellows Include More Writers, Artists and Storytellers

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 1, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK John D. The large number of nominations in the literary arts space indicates a desire to tell important stories, a MacArthur staffer said. and Catherine T.

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Global Fund for Children Promotes Hayley Roffey to Co-CEO

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 29, 2024

Prest Also, the Association of African American Museums has appointed a new CEO, and AARP’s longtime leader will depart at the end of the year.

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How Migrant Clubs Help People in the U.S. and in Immigrants' Homelands

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 26, 2024

Also known as hometown associations, they raise money by holding member breakfasts, raffles, and other events. By Susan Appe Also known as hometown associations, they raise money by holding member breakfasts, raffles, and other events to help students pay for college or to pave roads, install electricity, or deal with other needs.

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How A.I. Health-Care Chatbots Learn From The Questions Of An Indian Women's Organization

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 7, 2024

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.

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Luis Miranda Jr. Reflects on Giving, the Arts, and His Son Lin-Manuel in the New Memoir 'Relentless'

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 9, 2024

Miranda spoke to the Associated Press about how he and his family have dedicated themselves to lifting up Latino communities through giving. Miranda spoke to the Associated Press about how he and his family have dedicated themselves to lifting up Latino communities through giving.

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How Nonprofits Should Identify Their Best Fundraising Sources

NonProfit PRO

MAY 2, 2022

You’ve got staff, programs, services, rent and a seemingly endless list of costs associated with all the good work you’re doing for your community and our world. You need money. Here’s a roadmap you can use to find what methods of raising money are right for you.

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Mission Driven Bank Fund and Partners Aim to Close Racial Income and Wealth Gaps

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The Mission Driven Bank Fund partnered with the National Bankers Association Foundation and UpMetrics to close racial income and wealth gaps.

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How to Achieve Multicultural Marketing at Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

MAY 11, 2022

People want to associate with brands and organizations that align with their societal values more than ever. One of the significant benefits of multicultural marketing is that it’s simply the right thing to do. However, it can also help you increase brand awareness and help your nonprofit better fulfill its mission.

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Reparations Campaigns Get Boost From New Philanthropic Funding

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 9, 2023

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK The campaign to win reparations for Black Americans plans to bring broader support for smaller nonprofits advancing the cause, with a new philanthropic funding initiative announced Friday at the "Alight Align Arise" national conference in Atlanta.

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Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson Pledged $10 Million for Maui Wildfire Survivors. They Gave Much More.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 22, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press AP Photo The bulk of $60 million raised by the Entertainment Industry Foundation appears to have come from the Rock and Oprah. The celebrities, along with 20,000 other donors, raised $60 million, funding cash payments to thousands affected by the disaster.

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MacKenzie Scott Reveals the Groups That Got Some of Her $2.1 Billion in Gifts in 2023

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 11, 2023

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Evan Agostini/Evan Agostini/Invision/AP MacKenzie Scott’s announcement of this year’s giving was accompanied by just a three-sentence post rather than the essays she’s written in the past. This year's contributions went mostly to groups working on economic security, education, equity, and health.

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How NIL in College Sports Has Raised Questions About Nonprofits

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 30, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Al Goldis/AP The complicated, often murky, world of name, image, likeness in college sports has had an unanticipated effect on the nonprofits that help players secure sponsorship deals — namely, what is charitable about paying college players?

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Gates Foundation Names New Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 24, 2024

Also, Junior Achievement USA has tapped its next leader, and Mike Geiger will step down this year as CEO of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Prest Gates Archive/Brandon Hill June Yoshinari Davis will become the new chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

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Seeking engagement and purpose, corporate employees turn to workplace volunteering

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 2, 2024

By James Pollard, Associated Press Charles Krupa, AP Photo Ron Waddell, Founder and Executive Director of Legendary Legacies, second from left, says Blue Cross Blue Shield volunteers provided help in the short term, while also staying engaged over the long term.

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GoFundMe Says $30 Billion Has Been Raised on Its Crowdfunding and Nonprofit Giving Platforms

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Adrian Kraus/AP GoFundMe crowdfunding campaigns have generated $30 billion since 2010, the fundraising platform announced Tuesday, as younger generations look beyond institutions to make their donations. The most common donation on GoFundMe is $50.

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HBCUs Get 178 Times Less in Foundation Grants Than Ivy League Institutions

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 2, 2023

By Glenn Gamboa, Associated Press Jacquelyn Martin, AP A recent study found that in a single year eight Ivy League universities received $5.5 billion from the 1,000 largest U.S. foundations compared with $45 million for the 99 historically black colleges and universities.

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

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 6, 2024

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Joshua A. The donations will more than double the size of three of the medical schools' endowments. 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.

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New CSR and ESG Survey Shows Profession Under Intense Pressure to Perform With Fewer Resources

NonProfit PRO

JULY 13, 2023

A new CSR and ESG survey released by the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals offers insights into the real-world impact a polarized political environment and increasing demands are having on the ability of corporations to carry out social impact work in communities across the country.

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NPOs Keeping Human Touch Amid Tech And AI

The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Panelists included: Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association; Wayne A. interim CEO of the American Cancer Society & American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network; Joanne Pike, president and CEO of the Alzheimers Association; and, Susannah Schaefer, president and CEO of Smile Train. The recorded session is available here.

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Reaching a State of Prime Association Performance

NetForum AMS Unveils New Website, Increased Support for Associations and Nonprofits

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Bill Clinton Explains Why Philanthropy Fills His Post-Presidential Life in New Book

Webinars

Volunteers Came Back to Nonprofits In 2023, After the Pandemic Tanked Participation

Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

Emergency Fundraisers Offer a Lifeline to Groups Who Have Lost Foreign Aid

Melinda French Gates Plans to Match $1 Million in GivingTuesday Gifts to Groups That Support Women

Save the Music Foundation Looks to 'Go Indie' to Expand Its School Education Support

Community Brands Introduces Nimble Intelligence, AI-Powered Analytics Solution for Associations

Newman’s Own Invites More Companies to Donate 100 Percent of Their Profits to Charities

Refugees and Their Sponsors Feel Stuck After Halt to Programs Letting Communities Resettle Newcomers

5 Best Practices for Nonprofit Employee Onboarding

L.A. Wildfire Survivors Struggling With FEMA Applications Could Benefit From Disaster Case Managers

Focus on Generosity and Building Relationships on Giving Tuesday

AFP President Mike Geiger to Step Down at the End of the Year

The Nonprofit World Should Embrace, Not Fear, Congressional Interest in Donor Transparency

Volunteering Would Feel Good Even If It Didn't Have Health Benefits. But It Does

A Grant Program for Black Women Business Owners Is Discriminatory, Appeals Court Rules

Recent Survey Data Shows Employee Volunteerism in the Workplace Is on the Rise in 2023

Thomas Tighe Reflects on 24 Years Leading the International Health Nonprofit Direct Relief

What's Next for Billionaire Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott's Giving?

Less Than 2% of Philanthropic Giving Goes to Women and Girls. Can Melinda French Gates Change That?

Coalition Will Fight New Taxes on Nonprofits

Anonymous $10 Million Gift to a Climate Nonprofit Came Out of the Blue

Soros' Open Society Foundations Say Restructuring Is Complete, Pledge $400 Million for Green Jobs

This Year's MacArthur 'Genius' Fellows Include More Writers, Artists and Storytellers

Global Fund for Children Promotes Hayley Roffey to Co-CEO

How Migrant Clubs Help People in the U.S. and in Immigrants' Homelands

How A.I. Health-Care Chatbots Learn From The Questions Of An Indian Women's Organization

Luis Miranda Jr. Reflects on Giving, the Arts, and His Son Lin-Manuel in the New Memoir 'Relentless'

How Nonprofits Should Identify Their Best Fundraising Sources

Mission Driven Bank Fund and Partners Aim to Close Racial Income and Wealth Gaps

How to Achieve Multicultural Marketing at Your Nonprofit

Reparations Campaigns Get Boost From New Philanthropic Funding

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson Pledged $10 Million for Maui Wildfire Survivors. They Gave Much More.

MacKenzie Scott Reveals the Groups That Got Some of Her $2.1 Billion in Gifts in 2023

How NIL in College Sports Has Raised Questions About Nonprofits

Gates Foundation Names New Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

Seeking engagement and purpose, corporate employees turn to workplace volunteering

GoFundMe Says $30 Billion Has Been Raised on Its Crowdfunding and Nonprofit Giving Platforms

HBCUs Get 178 Times Less in Foundation Grants Than Ivy League Institutions

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

New CSR and ESG Survey Shows Profession Under Intense Pressure to Perform With Fewer Resources

NPOs Keeping Human Touch Amid Tech And AI

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