Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 19, 2024

Although this concentration has had profound local economic and cultural implications, various government agencies have justified it by saying that it is necessary for security reasons or that it brings in national economic support in exchange for hosting the military facilities. percent of the country’s total land area.

Public and Social Policy 140

Public and Social Policy Poverty Construction Law 140

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In fact, a recently released Government Accountability Office report indicates the five largest corporate owners possess 300,000 of the nearly 450,000 institutional investor-owned homes across the United States, a trend that has only further consolidated the market.

Nonprofit governance and management 126

Nonprofit governance and management Construction Public and Nonprofit Management Governance 126

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 26, 2023

Construction began in 2017, was stalled due to now-resolved legal challenges, recommenced in 2022, and is slated to be completed in 2026. First, there is the disruption of the construction project itself. Because construction will continue for three more years (at least), the struggles are ongoing. Construction began in 2017.

Construction 98

Construction Community Development Governance Environmental 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The local paradox is important because local social networks are increasingly filling the gaps left behind by struggling local institutions—disappearing civic associations, dying local media, and hollowed-out state and local governments. Values-Driven, Closely Moderated, Trusted, and Local.

Nonprofit governance and management 122

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Participation and motivation Values 122

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Policymakers and advocates say: Government must expedite the redevelopment of underutilized church property for affordable housing. For congregations, redevelopment of underutilized properties can unlock value and create measurable social and economic impact, especially in distressed communities.

Community Development 130

Community Development Finance Production Governance 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 30, 2024

By Claire Dunning In early 1926, Cafritz Construction placed an advertisement in The Washington Post celebrating the speed with which their “Life-time Homes” were selling in the Petworth neighborhood of Washington, DC. Perhaps potential buyers would be swayed by the “superior construction” or the “unusually big lots.” And it worked.

Philanthropy 134

Philanthropy Public and Social Policy Advertising Universities 134

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 11, 2022

In order to move the debate around ESG from combative to constructive, we need a shared language through which different stakeholders can express what they want out of the movement (and thus , to be able to understand what others want out of it). ESG for Regulation: Helping governments make and monitor policies, compliance, and laws.

Social Enterprise 137

Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Nonprofit governance and management Governance 137

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Coined in 2004, ESG emerged as a joint effort by the UN, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the Swiss Government to support the financial industry’s consideration of ESG issues in mainstream investment decision-making (although its roots exist in the socially responsible movement, or SRI). ESG is a framework.

Environmental 140

Environmental Finance Governance Non-Profits 140

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In October, the metro council of Louisville’s combined city-county government voted to allocate $3.5 We are under pressure to meet agreed-upon timelines for site preparation, store design, permitting, and construction. If we fall short, the money from Louisville’s city-county government could be rescinded. We secured $3.5

Food 111

Food Construction Public and Social Policy Governance 111

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Though the town of Paradise is being rebuilt with updated firesafe buildings and few flammable bushes or trees near the new construction, these insurance rate hikes are impacting potentially thousands of homes. Goodlin, according to the AP , “knows a homeowner whose premium is now $21,000 for a newly constructed home.”

Insurance 131

Insurance Construction Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 131

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

I started Esperanza with the same three key ingredients as any social entrepreneur: a personal motivation to solve a tough problem where government and markets had failed, an entrepreneurial vision for how to do it, and a base from which to pursue my vision. My for-profit business, Conservatorio, had ongoing construction projects in the area.

Participation and motivation 130

Participation and motivation Construction Governance Nonprofits 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 8, 2024

But when the (often white) leaders had funder relationships that could allow them to write their own checks, governing boards didn’t ask too many questions. How should governing boards move beyond performative change? Governing boards must construct an onboarding plan in partnership with the incoming BIPOC leader.

Nonprofit governance and management 124

Nonprofit governance and management Leadership Governance Non-Profits 124

Stanford Social Innovation Review

AUGUST 1, 2023

In the Andes mountains, the traditional floating homes of the Uros people are inspiring low-cost, eco-friendly construction techniques worldwide that can improve water quality and biodiversity.

Agriculture 98

Agriculture Construction Culture Manufacturing 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Becoming a Public Benefit Corporation: Express Your Values, Energize Stakeholders, Make the World a Better Place by Michael B. The power of movements is based in the ideas that fuel them, that inspire people to come together and work toward the realization of a shared goal or values.” None of this will change.” Dorff, reviewed by J.

Social Entrepreneurship 128

Social Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Universities Law 128

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 5, 2023

Con Edison then ascribes the value of that energy, which is what gets discounted. That ascribed value will be at least 15 percent less than a standard Con Edison electricity bill. The first phase involved funding project construction—which Working Power is financing. Sunset Park Solar is looking at two phases of financing.

Energy 132

Energy Environmental Finance Governance 132

Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s crucial to focus on finding board members who not only have the right qualifications but also share your organization’s values and vision. Whether it’s online forms or direct meetings, let every step show that you value their time and interest. What are your dreams?

Recruitment 105

Recruitment Race and Ethnicity Collaborations Retention 105

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

These traditional statues, some produced from a cast, are heavy, constructed of stone or metal, and often weigh several tons. But brewster told Hypebae in an interview, “For us, it was a defeat, but it also showed us that we can’t really wait for our government to take action. In this way, monuments can be used to control memory.

Culture 139

Culture Construction Foundations Technology 139

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

I recently had a chance to catch up with the Aina Gutierrez, author of Walking the Walk: A Values Centered Approach to Building a Strong Non-Profit and Deputy Director of Interfaith Worker Justice. Most small organizations don’t have access to constructive feedback or support. A number of staff work for low pay and few benefits.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 79

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Construction 79

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JUNE 3, 2024

Drawing from the lessons we’ve learned at One Are Fund navigating the absorption and implementation of big bet philanthropy, we offer two constructive actions each for donors and doers to ensure big bet philanthropy leads to even bigger social change down the road: 1.

Finance 119

Finance Philanthropy Governance Health 119

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 29, 2023

By Lisa Nutter & Tim Freudlich The simple physics equation, momentum = mass x velocity, tells us that momentum is a value we can control. What if corporations adopted commitments to maximize value for workers and communities, in addition to generating wealth for shareholders?

Nonprofit governance and management 119

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Community Development 119

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

While immigration policies have prioritized high levels of education or family ties—and the political conversation tends to presume a basic scarcity of jobs—critical jobs in construction, agriculture, hospitality, and the care economy, including elderly care, cannot be automated.

Public and Social Policy 144

Public and Social Policy Finance Recruitment Poverty 144

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Ultimately, some parcels were purchased from Jemison’s department, some came from the Land Bank Authority, and two properties had to be acquired from private speculators, who were able to extract prices far above market value. Construction, by contrast, took only two years. Raising money was another challenge.

Food 134

Food Nonprofit governance and management Finance Governance 134

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 9, 2023

The economic benefits they provide continually miss the communities that need these benefits the most because governments have structurally excluded them in the past. Regulators also use this framing to the exclusion of other societal values—including justice.

Public and Social Policy 115

Public and Social Policy Energy Environmental Non-Profits 115

Bloomerang

AUGUST 26, 2024

Schedule regular check-ins to discuss their contributions, celebrate successes, and provide constructive insights. This isn’t just about keeping them on track; it’s about making them feel valued and supported. Offer special privileges or incentives Special perks can make board members feel extra valued.

Participation and motivation 111

Participation and motivation Nonprofits Construction Values 111

Bloomerang

JANUARY 18, 2023

Government funding and donor support. Your mission statement should provide a clear and concise description of your organization’s purpose and its unique value proposition. It constructs an understanding of the needs your target audience have and the competition you will face. Financial projections. Volunteer recruiting.

Nonprofit governance and management 122

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy Collaborations 122

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Placing the onus on individuals or small groups to help with extreme weather ignores the responsibility of governments to protect their people. In the hottest months, cooling centers, for which there is a growing demand, also need to be constructed with sustainability in mind.

Poverty 136

Poverty Energy Health Manufacturing 136

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Beginning in the 1950s and 1960s, poor communities and people of color stood up to the federal government and the excesses of urban renewal , which had bulldozed many poor communities, especially communities of color. They blocked the construction of highways. They organized protests and tent cities.

Community Development 135

Community Development Public and Social Policy Governance Production 135

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

To combat this crisis, governments and international bodies have turned to diverse policy frameworks for biodiversity preservation at national, regional, and global levels. To genuinely prioritize biodiversity conservation, companies must reduce the volume of toxic chemicals throughout their entire value chains.

Public and Social Policy 135

Public and Social Policy Agriculture Manufacturing Environmental 135

Fundraising Coach

AUGUST 21, 2015

Since starting her firm - DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services, LLC - in 2006, she has secured more than $32 million dollars in competitive grant funds for clients from the government (federal, state, and local) and private foundations. Look at consistency in headings, staff titles, project name, and expense categories.

Construction 111

Construction Foundations Governance Associations 111

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 17, 2023

Given endemic market failure, the federal government must adjust to this reality. But home values in Clarksdale were so low that her house fell short of the minimum appraisal value, and the loan fell through. Only then can these communities build the assets and wealth needed to bring about meaningful change.

Poverty 131

Poverty Community Development Finance Philanthropy 131

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 12, 2023

These forces, often abetted by public transit investment or publicly subsidized construction projects, disrupt neighborhood stability and have a name. These are home values, rent prices, median household income, percentage of residents who are college educated, and percentage of residents who are White. That name is gentrification.

Culture 98

Culture Construction Community Development Education 98

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Racial Literacy Development Model is an action-oriented process toward eradicating one’s own racial bias with the goal of changing systems governed by racism and inequality. Selecting an appropriate facilitator to provide constructive feedback and guidance is essential here.

Civil Society 119

Civil Society Race and Ethnicity Culture Health 119

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 21, 2022

Most not-for-profit organizations and entities–like 501(c)(3) charities, churches, religious institutions, government agencies, nonprofit nursing homes and hospitals, and educational institutions– are required to use fund accounting. If you’re looking for info on fund accounting in government here is a great resource for you.

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Finance 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Unfortunately, conversations with innovators from the private and NGO sectors indicate that international donors and their funding processes, attitudes, and relations with local governments can inadvertently act as barriers to developing effective health innovations.

Health 105

Health Governance Technology Foundations 105

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 24, 2025

2 (MarchApril 2016): 16875; and Sandra Knispel, Native Americans, government authorities, and reproductive politics, News Service, University of Rochester, October 23, 2019, airc.ucsc.edu/resources/suggested-lawrence.pdf p.2/ 2/ www.rochester.edu/newscenter/native-americans-government-authorities-and-the-reproductive-politics -403792/.

Race and Ethnicity 72

Race and Ethnicity Healthcare Health Medical 72

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 18, 2023

We believe that funders must lend artists an ear and commit to act on more of what they hear from artists and arts workers who have people-first values at their moral core. As Linares and Woolard remind us , “There have never been radical movements without radical artists and creators at the helm.”

Philanthropy 111

Philanthropy Culture Agriculture Community Development 111

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JULY 24, 2024

For instance, high textile waste inventory levels soared while the first factory was under construction during the pandemic, further compounded by construction delays and inflated shipping rates for used clothing. It also laid a path forward to address the industry’s waste problem.

Environmental 126

Environmental Public and Social Policy Production Retail 126