The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 30, 2024

Leah Garcés ran hard-hitting animal-rights campaigns. Craig Watts raised 700,000 chickens on a factory farm. Their partnership can be celebrated, but collaboration has its limits. By Marc Gunther Courtesy of Transfarmation Animal-rights activist Leah Garcés and Craig Watts, a former factory chicken farmer, stand in one of Watts’s chicken houses that was converted to grow mushrooms.

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Collaborations 343

NonProfit PRO

MAY 30, 2024

Our DAF roundup includes the four biggest reporting DAF charities sharing year-over-year grant totals, as well as a look at how this revenue stream is impacting nonprofits.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 30, 2024

Her $1 billion commitment, announced Tuesday, and the momentum generated if others join her, could break through that ceiling. 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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NonProfit PRO

MAY 30, 2024

Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) announced that nonprofit organizations can apply for a grant of up to $50,000 from the utility's SoCal Climate Champions Grant program.

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Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. 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. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Mark Kramer & Steve Phillips Dramatic advances in the scale and sophistication of strategic philanthropy have not improved societal conditions at a national level. We propose empowerment philanthropy as a new approach to fostering political and economic self-determination by supporting people in finding their own solutions and ensuring an effective multiracial democracy.

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Philanthropy 129

NonProfit PRO

MAY 30, 2024

As inflation rises and nonprofits seek to ramp up fundraising efforts to adjust to a volatile economy, many are turning to unique approaches to encourage charitable giving. To promote giving in New York state, some nonprofits turn to gaming and gambling, including events like casino nights or methods like raffles and roulette.

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Bloomerang

MAY 30, 2024

What would your nonprofit be without the dedication, passion, and commitment of your volunteers? You might be surprised to learn that 92% of volunteers *will* give to your organization, according to a recent study by Fidelity Charitable Giving. How can you make the most of this prime opportunity? Are you even asking? Here are some tips to get started engaging volunteers as donors at your free clinic.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Alison Badgett For the past two decades, the JED Foundation has led the fight to address the mental health crisis among American youth. Its story highlights the importance of addressing the cultural causes of the mental health crisis through systems change.

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Clairification

MAY 30, 2024

Skipping the good days Part of the luxury of living near the ocean or the mountains is that you can be picky. If the surf or the powder isn’t great, leave it for the tourists. Good is insufficient, wait for the great moments… When we’re young, or the project is going really well, it’s easy to waste the good days. After all, there will be another one tomorrow.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Anna De La Cruz & David Lehr A small foundation that eschews perpetuity in favor of maximizing social impact can continue to sustain and scale long after its doors close. | Open access to this article is made possible by the Linked Foundation.

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Foundations 94

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Jeff Brooks

MAY 30, 2024

I keep seeing this online ad. It pops up between Words With Friends games. It just says: Pennzoil: Innovating since 1913 The graphic is mainly the Pennzoil logo. I don’t know anything about motor-oil buyers. Maybe they are strongly motivated to buy from 100+ year old companies that claim to be innovative. But I doubt it. I’m guessing they are motivated to buy oil they believe will make their cars run better.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Kyle Coward CAST provides art organizations a pathway to property ownership, giving artists much-needed space to create and display their work.

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Fundraising Coach

MAY 30, 2024

Your donors are your most committed supporters. They’re loyal to your mission, dedicated to your success, and willing to rally to help you achieve your goals. However, there are different levels of engagement within your donor base. One of the best ways to identify your most enthusiastic donors is by looking closely at demographics. Demographics are key to understanding your audience, which will help you create informed campaign strategies and personalized messaging for top donors.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Chana R. Schoenberger Private companies and public institutions struggle to get as much done together as private companies working together in groups.

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 30, 2024

Michelle Bockman is the new president and chief executive officer of KeraLink International (KLI) in Baltimore, Maryland. Bockman will shape the organization’s future direction and lead her team in forging strategic partnerships with donors and impact investors who are also committed to restoring sight to the more than 12.7 million people with corneal blindness and to making significant advances in the prevention and early treatment of corneal injury and disease.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Evelyn R. Nimmo , André E. B. Lacerda , Leandro Bonfim & Joel Bothello Current scientific approaches to agricultural sustainability may in some contexts prove counterproductive to environmental preservation.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 30, 2024

Nominations have opened for the Blackbaud Impact Awards , which will acknowledge organizations and people achieving results using Blackbaud software. “Our passionate and purpose-led customers span hundreds of cause areas, seeking transformative change in their communities and in the world,” said Catherine LaCour, chief marketing officer, Blackbaud, via a statement.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

Review by Ayesha Anna Ninan In Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg presents an actionable guide to better communication, albeit one without groundbreaking insight.

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Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.

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Volunteer Match

MAY 30, 2024

After graduating from Federal Polytechnic in Nigeria, Folashade sought to grow her professional skills through virtual volunteering. She studied Accounting for practical reasons and had not expected to find a volunteer opportunity that would ignite her passion and change her life. Through VolunteerMatch Folashade discovered Womenful Voice , a U.S.-based organization empowering women in Haiti.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Kathleen Kelly Janus From climate change to national security threats, the problems we face in the world are too big for government to solve alone. Public-private partnerships demonstrate how government can collaborate with the private sector to catalyze and scale innovation.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MAY 30, 2024

The Benefits of Custom Canvas Portraits In a world where personalization is increasingly valued, custom canvas portraits stand out as a timeless and meaningful way to enhance your living space. Whether you’re looking to commemorate a special moment, create a unique gift, or simply add a touch of elegance to your home. For example custom canvas portraits from PortraitsOnCanvas. com offer a variety of benefits that make them an excellent choice.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Christopher Marquis Aiming for sustainability has not fundamentally altered the environmentally destructive effects of business. Only by embracing regeneration as a model can we meet the challenges posed by today’s biggest global crises.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Boardsource

MAY 30, 2024

Explore BoardSource's new theory of change and shift towards community engagement.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Neha Bhatt A new government program in India is training women to become agricultural drone pilots to increase their financial security and modernize farming.

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Dennis C Miller

MAY 30, 2024

Join host of The Think Factory Podcast, Christopher Santomassimo, for a discussion with Dennis C. Miller, Founder & Chairman of DCM Associates, on navigating the complexities of nonprofit leadership and maximizing organizational impact. The post Navigating the Complexities of Nonprofit Leadership and Maximizing Organizational Impact appeared first on DCM Associates.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

Review by Andrew J. Hoffman In Long Problems , Thomas Hale contends that effective political solutions to climate change are vexed by the issue of coordinating policies over protracted time horizons.

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Is your organization ready to build a recurring giving program that not only sustains but also propels your mission forward? 🚀 In this new webinar with industry visionary Tim Sarrantonio, we’ll guide you through the critical steps to establishing and scaling a successful recurring giving program. Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing program, this session will provide the strategies you need to deepen donor relationships and secure long-term support!

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MAY 30, 2024

How to Refine Content for Maximum Impact? Have you ever spent long hours writing the perfect blog post only for it to fail at attracting organic visitors? I know the frustration of putting in a big effort with little reward. But I’ve learned a few tricks over the years to refine my content so it hits the mark. Here are some of the methods I use to optimize my writing for a bigger impact.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By SSIR Editors A collection of standout pieces published online about healing systems, trust-based philanthropy, global equity, and the opportunities connected to migration.

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Candid

MAY 30, 2024

In honor of Pride month , Candid’s Online Librarians have put together a list of books by, about, and for the LGBTQ community. As a co-leader of the Queer Diversity Resource Group at Candid, I hope you’ll take the time to peruse the list and learn more about the history of Pride Month and the struggle for LGBTQ rights. We celebrate Pride in June to commemorate the Stonewall Uprising, which began on June 28, 1969, in response to a police raid at the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City.

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Activism 96

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 30, 2024

By Madalitso Wills Kateta Sightsavers is working to change social attitudes toward disabled children through community-centered education in Malawi.

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