The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2025

After Edward Blum's complaint to the IRS about the Gates Foundation's "illegal" scholarship program for students of color, the Seattle philanthropy giant said it would change the scholarship's eligibility criteria to include all races. By Alex Daniels Susan Walsh/AP After Edward Blum's complaint to the IRS about the Gates Foundation's "illegal" scholarship program for students of color, the Seattle philanthropy giant said it would change the scholarship's eligibility criteria to include all race

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Ann Green

APRIL 14, 2025

In an ideal world, a newsletter can be a great way to engage with your donors. In the real world, that doesnt often happen because most donor newsletters can be used as a cure for insomnia. Theyre too long and filled with boring articles that brag about how wonderful the organization is. A newsletter is a vital part of the ask, thank report, repeat formula and you cant just go on autopilot.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2025

The donation from James and Patricia Anderson will back engineering programs and help recruit more faculty and Ph.D. students to the universitys engineering school. By Maria Di Mento Wayne State University James and Patricia Anderson gave Wayne State University $50 million to support programs in the College of Engineering, which will be renamed for them.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 14, 2025

Fundraising success relies on strong donor relationships, but manual data management makes engagement difficult. The Daxko Operations + Bloomerang integration eliminates this challenge by automating donor insights, strengthening retention, and enhancing engagement. With real-time data synchronization, nonprofits can ensure accurate donor records, streamline fundraising efforts, and personalize outreach for lasting impact.

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Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 14, 2025

By Jim Rendon Taylor Callery for the Chronicle Since last spring, when she left the Gates Foundation, she's written another book and announced a billion dollars in new funding discovering creative ways to support women and inspiring more of them to give.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 14, 2025

By Armando Zumaya Right now, many nonprofits are asking foundations for more money, and for good reasons. Some have lost federal funding, and some are impacted by the ending of federal programs, butespecially in the social, racial, and environmental justice movementsfoundations are overwhelmed and threatened. Some foundations are considering stepping back from their principles and not funding those causes anymore.

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Clairification

APRIL 14, 2025

Its Tax Day April 15 th — in the U.S. No fun. Nobody likes paying taxes. Nobody likes thinking about paying taxes. Bummer. A subject most folks avoid like the plague. And thats the point. Talking about taxes is mostly bad news. It puts folks in a sour mood. It makes them want to move on and think about something else. So, why Why , oh why , oh why , oh why do nonprofits talk to donors so much about taxes?!?!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 14, 2025

By Amy Rose , Co-CEO, and Brian Greenwald , Co-CEO, at Benevolent Tech – a strategic services firm of nonprofit superfans dedicated to helping for-purpose organizations thrive. The nonprofit sector in the United States stands at a crossroads. This is certainly due to the global, social, and political climate, however its also due to trends that are transforming the tech industry itself.

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Prosper Strategies

APRIL 14, 2025

Today more than ever, donor fatigue is real. A striking 84% of nonprofits identify it as their top fundraising hurdle. Factor in the uncertain political climate, seemingly constant environmental and social catastrophes, the uncertain future of federal funding for nonprofits and looming economic concerns, and you’ve got a perfect storm affecting donor engagement across the […] The post Combating Donor Fatigue: Strategies to Keep Your Nonprofit’s Supporters Engaged appeared first

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 14, 2025

Sometimes, a major donation is a one-time or short-term deal. Anonymous donors aside, here are a few examples of when this may be the case.

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Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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Anedot

APRIL 14, 2025

DEPARTMENT : Culinary Operations REPORTS TO: Sr. Manager, Meal Program Operations LOCATION: Sebastopol Kitchen EXPECTED HOURS: 32 per week SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday. Occasional nights and weekends for periodic events. Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and energized by leading volunteer-powered work? Ceres Community Project is seeking a Packaging & Bagging Coordinator to lead daily meal packaging and bagging operations.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 14, 2025

MetLife Foundation is expanding its grant program by committing $5 million over two years to nonprofits helping people with low incomes.

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Nonprofit Leadership Podcast

APRIL 14, 2025

In this episode of the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast, Dr. Rob Harter welcomes Bob Bush, co-founder of Mutombo Coffee. Bob shares the inspiring story behind the social enterprise he helped build with the late NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo. Although Mutombo Coffee is a for-profit company, Bob explains how its mission-driven approach offers powerful lessons for nonprofit leaders.

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Tony Martignetti

APRIL 14, 2025

Lynn Bohart: Your Improved Fundraising Messaging Do your fundraising messages engage and connect with your donors and prospects? Or do they merely inform? Do you know how to craft an engaging story? And what makes stories so valuable anyway? Lynn Bohart answers all these questions and more, as she encourages you into persuasive writing and … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for April 14, 2025: Your Improved Fundraising Messaging → Lynn Bohart: Your Improved Fundraising Messaging Do y

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand

Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!

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Care2

APRIL 14, 2025

Care2 is so excited to announce a new initiative for charities, nonprofit organizations, consultants and action groups: Care2's Preferred Marketing Partnership Program. Here's how it works! You sign-up through our portal on Partnerstack and receive a unique referral link. Use your link when promoting Care2 or recommending us to your contacts. You can earn a one-time referral fee for qualified leads.

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Non Profit AF

APRIL 14, 2025

Two weeks ago, I met with a colleague who was invited to a convening of funders in Seattle. He reported.

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Big Duck

APRIL 14, 2025

The post Creating a good experience with your brand online and beyond appeared first on Big Duck.

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Fundraising Leadership

APRIL 14, 2025

Issue 2844 April 14, 2025 True confession. Like many women, early in my career, I felt so lucky to get work that was meaningful to me that I typically said, Thank you, got right to work, and never even thought about negotiating based on what the marketplace would bear. The first time I remember being conscious that the pay level could actually be a factor impacting my futureas well as my present ability to pay the billsI knew the position I had interviewed for paid 20% more than the teaching job

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 14, 2025

Editors Note: This article was republished with permission from The Conversation. Theres a right, and the right is the right to choose your doctor. Having the freedom to choose your own healthcare provider is something many Americans take for granted. But the Supreme Court is weighing whether people who rely on Medicaid for their health insurance have that right, and if they dois it enforceable by law?

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 14, 2025

Image Credit: Katelyn Perry on unsplash Through executive orders , regulatory rollbacks , and court fights , the Trump administration is not only dismantling civil rights protections it is turning the laws written to protect marginalized groups into tools of oppression. As civil rights protections are increasingly undermined , nonprofitsparticularly those rooted in racial justice, LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, and education equityare confronting a difficult question: How do they remain faithful to

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 14, 2025

Image Credit: Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels The impact of the US Supreme Courts Dobbs decision that overturned the constitutional right to an abortion extends far beyond reproductive rights. This legal decision revealed the compounded barriers that individuals at the intersection of disability, race, and gender face. By enabling state-level abortion restrictions, the courts decision raised alarming parallels for disability rights advocates, particularly regarding individual autonomy in med

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