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The $260 Million Pivot: A Top Animal-Care Funder Recasts Its Mission

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

A strategy switch at Maddie’s Fund isn’t just about finding better ways to help pets and their owners. It provides lessons about funders’ hopes — and hurdles — when trying to fix the root causes of long-standing problems. By George Anders Knoxville, Tenn. Maddie’s Fund Maddie’s Fund was created in the 1990s, when software entrepreneur Dave Duffield pledged $200 million to support animal welfare.

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3 Simple Donor Acquisition Strategies for New Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

New nonprofits need effective donor acquisition strategies to maximize their reach and impact. Explore the best strategies in this guide.

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UC Irvine Lands $50 million to Launch Population and Public Health School

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The donor, Joe Wen, gave the university $20 million two years ago. By Maria Di Mento Steve Zylius, UC Irvine UC Irvine public health school Founding Dean Bernadette Boden-Albala, second from right, speaks with students. The school will now be known as the Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health. Plus, the billionaire novelist Mackenzie Scott gave $20 million to Opportunity@Work to improve pay for people who gained skills on-the-job through military service, community college, workfor

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Kindsight Launches ascend Express CRM for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Kindsight launched a new CRM product, ascend Express, to make enterprise-level functionality accessible to nonprofits of all sizes.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

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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Affordable Housing in God’s Backyard

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Some religious congregations are finding a new use for their property. By Nadia A. Mian Some religious congregations are finding a new use for their property.

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New Bloomerang AI Content Assistant

Bloomerang

On July 16, we announced the arrival of the industry-first Bloomerang AI Content Assistant ! This innovative feature is designed to overcome writer’s block and save you hours of writing time and effort while helping you craft even better messages. No more staring at a blank page! The AI Content Assistant is like having a helpful writing companion by your side.

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The Top 54 Auctioneers for Nonprofit Fundraising Events

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Paybee’s Annual Bid Masters competition reveals the 54 best benefit auctioneers of 2024, these trailblazers are leading the way in the world of benefit auctioneering and transforming the fundraising landscape. This year’s top auctioneers are driving impactful change, raising crucial funds and leveraging their expertise to make a difference for great causes worldwide.

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An Overlooked Sweet Spot for Foundations (Blog)

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Leslie Tsai How philanthropic capital can partner with the World Bank

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Faith-Based Finances: How to Budget for a Women’s Ministry

Top Nonprofits

Budgeting is a crucial part of sustaining your women’s ministry. After all, you need reliable funding to plan and execute all of the activities you’ll use to reach women in your church and community. Whether you lead a women’s ministry that doesn’t have a treasurer or you’re in a financial role and looking for budgeting tips, this guide can help.

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How Dumpster Rental Software Can Boost Efficiency and Profitability

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

How Dumpster Rental Software Can Boost Efficiency and Profitability Running a dumpster rental business is no small feat. From managing inventory and scheduling deliveries to keeping track of payments and customer service, the tasks can pile up faster than, well, a dumpster full of junk. Enter dumpster rental software—a game-changer for efficiency and profitability.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Harvard’s Top Development Officer To Step Down

The NonProfit Times

Brian K. Lee, Harvard University’s top fundraising official since September 2018, will step down from his position at the end of the year. The search for his replacement will begin soon, Harvard University Interim President Alan M. Garber said via a statement. Lee was vice president for alumni affairs and development. Lee’s announcement comes at a tumultuous time for Harvard leadership.