NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Image Credit: Oladimeji Odunsi on unsplash.com How do you support development across the food system in a way that builds community ownership and power for Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities? This is a question that a group of food system activists of color have come together to address. This work is worth supporting.

Food 121

Food Finance Community Development Culture 121

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In the series, urban and rural grassroots leaders from across the United States share how their communities are developing and implementing strategies—grounded in local places, cultures, and histories—to shift power and achieve systemic change. It impacted the local food system in South Phoenix, and many food-based businesses faced closure.

Food 118

Food Health Values Collaborations 118

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 1, 2023

The cultural sector is actively seeking alternatives to business-as-usual. This article concludes the series, “ Remember the Future: Culture and Systems Change ,” which is co-produced by Art.coop and NPQ. And, of course, providing for people’s artistic and cultural needs is a core part of building a thriving community economy as well.

Culture 128

Culture Retail Community Development Collaborations 128

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 8, 2025

Bags are being sold online and in Harps Food Stores through the end of February. The program helps stock the Feeding America network of food banks and food pantries at a time when donations typically slow but demand remains high. Manager, Fundraising and Partnerships, Burger King Foundation , Miami Brain Food 1.

Retail 130

Retail Children Food Public and Nonprofit Management 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

India’s fragrant spices, cornucopia of foods, and breathtaking biodiversity compelled despots and discoverers alike to traverse its mystical landscapes, from the mighty Himalayas to the valiant Deccan. And in doing so, they have relentlessly decolonized what land and food have meant for my people.

Food 122

Food Civil Society Agriculture Public and Social Policy 122

The Charity CFO

MARCH 12, 2025

And they get to choose causes they care about, from food banks to animal rescues. ” Structured philanthropy helps them engage employees, strengthen company culture, and build a socially responsible brand. Employees get 16 paid volunteer hours per year. Volunteer events happen during work hours, not on personal time. The result?

Volunteerism 95

Volunteerism Volunteerism Culture Finance 95

NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 3, 2024

Healthy team dynamics promote a more collaborative workplace, a healthier culture, and more productive teamwork. Avoiding pet peeves: Refrain from cell phone use, interrupting, eating food during meetings, showing up unprepared, and veering into off-topic conversation. Promote a positive team culture. Avoid ethnocentrism.

Communication 234

Communication Culture Cultural Diversity Nonprofit Leadership 234

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 10, 2025

Given the influence of Indigenous females on future generations, Native American girls were special targets of the cultural assimilation lessons of these boarding schools. 5 We know that our Indigenous culture is key to our health, which foods are nutritious for our families, and how to sustain our Mother Earth to thrive.

Technology 105

Technology Health Nonprofit Administration and Development Universities 105

Ann Green

JULY 28, 2022

Create a culture of storytelling. If you create a storytelling culture i n your organization, you can make storytelling the norm instead of the exception. Maybe you had to change the way you run your food pantry, but what’s most important is that people in your community continue to have access to healthy food.

Food 210

Food Culture Communication Nonprofit Organizations 210

Ann Green

AUGUST 23, 2023

Create a culture of storytelling If you create a storytelling culture in your organization, you can make storytelling the norm instead of the exception. Maybe you had to change the way you run your food pantry, but what’s most important is that people in your community continue to have access to healthy food.

Food 228

Food Nonprofits Culture Communication 228

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2024

PART 2 In Part 1 we looked at results from the recent Generosity Commission Report and how it’s important for you to shift your culture to meet the current moment. bill paying; food deliveries; books and magazines, and much more). We’ll look at strategies 4 – 6 in the final installment, Part 3, of this series.]

Nonprofit Administration and Development 121

Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Values Retention 121

Candid

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This disparity is all the more striking considering the magnitude of challenges here, even before the stormbroadband, health care, and food deserts; intergenerational poverty born from extraction; and the ongoing opioid crisis. Its a deep wound to the fabric of our region.

Philanthropy 119

Philanthropy Disaster Relief Insurance Medical 119

MNA Association

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Living is an improvisational art,” wrote cultural anthropologist Mary Catherine Bateson in her seminal book, Composing a Life. Which might you explore, given your organization’s work culture? During the workshop, we explored wellbeing through four realms of transformation: personal, interpersonal, organizational and community.

Culture 98

Culture Associations Energy Activism 98

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 13, 2025

Even in the best of times, immigrant families face challenges in accessing healthcare, dealing with issues concerning language and cultural alignment, racism, and discrimination. One in four children in the United States has at least one immigrant parent. But with mass deportation threats proliferating , these are hardly the best of times.

Children 118

Children Nonprofit Administration and Development Governance Agriculture 118

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Clearly, what I expected to happen—bring food and people will come and eat it—was not what happened in this organization.  I called one of the Associate Executive Directors. And I knew the most important thing I had to do, in those first weeks and months, was to address this culture I had inherited. And no one came. They trickled in.

Leadership 201

Leadership Culture Food Children 201

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Some challenges may be less tangible, such as cultural differences and values. But by building an organizational culture that cuts across borders to unify staff, team members are better equipped to build bonds across time zones. Commitment to learning goes hand in hand with respect. Did you enjoy this story?

Health 239

Health Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Civil Society 239

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

When I began a food drive for folks who had been affected by the pandemic, I did not think it would lead me to a career change, a 501(c)(3), and a lot of incredible lessons and knowledge. We also started to notice just how many elders and families are affected by food insecurity: more than 34 million people in the United States alone.

Food 88

Food Law Nonprofits Governance 88

Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 8, 2021

I'm not sure why, but a publisher recently sent me a new book called Pet Nation: The Inside Story of How Companion Animals are Transforming Our Homes, Culture, and Economy. Brain Food 1. This week it's why you should use pets in your nonprofit marketing.????? It's a fascinating read. I know this is true for me.

Non-Profits 299

Non-Profits Marketing Marketing Retail 299

Ann Green

AUGUST 20, 2024

Create a culture of storytelling If you create a storytelling culture in your organization, you can make storytelling the norm instead of the exception. Maybe you had to change the way you run your food pantry, but what’s most important is that people in your community continue to have access to healthy food.

Food 173

Food Ethics Culture Communication 173

Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Make research a habit Building a culture of inclusive research strengthens communications and enhances organizational impact. 55k - $58k) Brain Food 1. Use diverse research methods. When tailored to audience needs, surveys, interviews, focus groups, and analytics can provide valuable insights.

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Manufacturing Ethics Nonprofits 130

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: Prioritizing Collaboration and Sustainable Funding Arts and Culture Alpine County (ACAC), a local arts agency, has obtained small grants from the Alpine County Board of Supervisors and Live Healthy, an organization under the Alpine County umbrella.

Nonprofit governance and management 59

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Food Governance 59

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Pop Culture, Events, and News. Metaphor of the Month. This month’s metaphor is Sports. Think about teams, teaming up, scoring, winning, losing, competition, practice, game face, slam dunk, heavy hitting, goal, touchdown, three strikes, penalty, take aim, best shot, marathon, sore loser, pros, A-game.

Health 276

Health Poverty Food Culture 276

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Depending on the culture and leave policies at your organization, asking off may be as simple as saying “Hey, I need some time off to refresh” or you may have to say you are dealing with a personal matter and leave it at that. Order take-out (watch eating too unhealthily though as those foods can affect your mood negatively).

Health 223

Health Food Culture Activism 223

NonProfit Leadership Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Petersburg, Florida, the Museum serves as an active resource in the cultural life of the community and world. Proceeds from the sale of tees (and related car decals) help people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless access the food and supplies they need to keep and continue caring for their beloved pets. Located in St.

Children 264

Children Homelessness Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofits 264

Anedot

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Organization Overview: Thirty-five percent of all food in the U.S. goes to waste, contributing significantly to environmental damage, with global food waste ranking as the third-largest source of greenhouse gas emissions behind the U.S. Meanwhile, more than 20% of people in the Bay Area face food insecurity.

Management 52

Management Food Environmental Insurance 52

Ann Green

JULY 21, 2021

Create a culture of storytelling. If you create a storytelling culture in your organization, you can make storytelling the norm instead of the exception. How To Create A Culture of Storytelling in Your Nonprofit. Work with your program staff to create stories that will help you connect with your donors. Why is this important?

Culture 165

Culture Food Communication Fundraising 165

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Team Rubicon is widely known for its innovation and unique culture. Leading the nation’s largest homebuilder, Reckford gathers partners to bring grocery stores to food deserts, medical care to those neighborhoods and he won’t need to be brought up to speed. Following four years in the U.S.

Civil Society 85

Civil Society Nonprofit Administration and Development Urban development Law 85

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 31, 2024

For many people in Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities in the United States and across the globe, the connection to land is core to cultural identity, spirituality, and livelihoods. One important strategy involves creating dedicated BIPOC-led funds that support land recovery and food stewardship.

Finance 138

Finance Food Agriculture Governance 138

Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The campaign really makes you take stock and consider, ‘What if the TV shows that defined the cultural zeitgeist of the time could have helped improve the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS today, decades later?'” Brain Food 1. It was a bold move that failed, but they hope it will return with the proper approvals. Sponsor ??.

Associations 246

Associations Medical Law Production 246

Candid

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

But there are also multiple underlying economic, social, and cultural influences driving that trend, including poor financial well-being, less available free time, and the cyclical nature of volunteerism. Weve also seen a marked increase in food gleaning programs driven by volunteers to address food sovereignty issues.

Volunteerism 52

Volunteerism Volunteerism Retention Recruitment 52

Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 7, 2020

This fast food change saw double-digit growth over the summer. SVP, Corporate Responsibility & Culture, Berkshire Bank , Remote 3. Brain Food 1. A great guide from Wild Apricot on everything you need to know about virtual sponsorship for nonprofits. Plus, 20 virtual sponsorship ideas. Director, CSR, Golin , Chicago 4.

Retail 162

Retail Food Culture Marketing 162

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Effective AI implementation in nonprofit work requires more than technical proficiency: It demands a culturally sensitive, community-informed approach. CBOs also bring a sense of accountability and trust to the process, and community members are more likely to trust a project when they see familiar organizations involved.

Collaborations 69

Collaborations Ethics Technology Foundations 69

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MAY 31, 2022

Pop Culture, Events, and News. The Aspen Food and Wine Classic starts the 17th. Think about vacations, planes, trains, cars, cruise ships, tickets, souvenirs, exploring, delays, road trips, tourists, GPS, luggage, business trips, language barriers, and maps. How can you relate these things to your organization?

Food 230

Food Culture Marketing Marketing 230

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Community & Culture Working together lifts everyone up! Learn how culturally responsive leadership can help bring out the best in your nonprofits team. Explore the realities and challenges of food insecurity. This is a terrific example of nonprofits doing what they do best. Updates by topic!

Nonprofit governance and management 73

Nonprofit governance and management Finance Collaborations Leadership 73

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 28, 2018

Because of an open-door office culture, someone would walk into my office and ask for something every minute of every day. As I tried to escape this reactionary communications work culture, the Communications Request Form was born. A year ago, when I started my new communications coordinator job, I was overwhelmed constantly.

Communication 166

Communication Culture Food Management 166

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JULY 27, 2023

Pop Culture, Events, and News August is back to school time for lots of folks. Streaming movies coming out in August include Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food, Heart of Stone, The Monkey King, Lift, You Are SO Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah!, How can you relate these things to your organization?

Nonprofits 195

Nonprofits Food Culture Marketing 195

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MAY 26, 2021

Pop Culture, Events, and News. The Aspen Food and Wine Classic starts the 18th. Think about vacations, planes, trains, cars, cruise ships, tickets, souvenirs, exploring, delays, road trips, tourists, GPS, luggage, business trips, language barriers, and maps. How can you relate these things to your organization?

Food 219

Food Culture Marketing Marketing 219