The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 17, 2025

The donation will expand the footprint of Cornell University's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. By Maria Di Mento Jason Koski/Cornell Marketing Group David Duffield talks with Cornell Engineering dean Lance Collins, as Duffield is presented with the inaugural Cornell Engineering Distinguished Alumni Award in 2018. Plus, Grove City College received a $70 million bequest, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts landed $10 million, and three other organizations received big gifts from

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Ann Green

MARCH 17, 2025

Donor retention is a perennial problem for nonprofit organizations. Many organizations spend a lot of time and energy on acquiring donors, concentrating more on volume, and dont seem concerned that theyre churning through different donors year after year. Another perennial problem is uncertainty and disruption in our world. Right now were dealing with cuts in federal funding, tariffs, a plunging stock market, etc, which are creating constant chaos for us.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 17, 2025

Amid recent layoffs in the federal government and private sector, some workers may be looking to nonprofits for their next opportunity. Heres expert advice to help you transition. By Lois M. Baron Getty Images Recent layoffs in widely disparate fields where jobs once seemed stable from the federal government to Walmart headquarters to tech might be the catalyst for some people to head for the nonprofit world, where they can follow their heart as well as earn a paycheck.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 17, 2025

By David S. Beckman For many in the nonprofit sector, the dizzying pace of rollbacks and new policies in the United States has been nothing short of stunning. Social sector actors are hardly alone in this regard, of course, but they have both the opportunity and a mission-driven motivation to respond. And as many are recognizing, philanthropic foundations that support their work must rally, and quickly, to their support.

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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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Candid

MARCH 17, 2025

While theres little doubt that Americans today are divided, most of us support working with those who hold different beliefs. And thats something nonprofits are increasingly trying to facilitate. At the Council on Foundations, were collaborating with the New Pluralists and Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) on a three-part report series exploring philanthropys investment in connecting and collaborating across differences.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 17, 2025

Image credit: Dall-E by OpenAI Editors note: This piece is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine s winter 2024 issue, Health Justice in the Digital Age: Can We Harness AI for Good? Amara sits on her couch in the heart of Harlem, staring at her phone in disbelief. Gratitude? The mindfulness app shes been using is suggesting her struggle with workplace racism is just stress, and that some thankfulness might be in order.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 17, 2025

Image Credit: Getty Images on Unsplash Financial exploitation is killing Americas nursing home residents and the US nursing home system stands at a critical point to address it. This crisis is driven by three interconnected forces that have created a perfect storm for elder care: The commodification of elder care through what one investigator termed the gray gold phenomenon, equity firms aggressive entry into the care field, and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 17, 2025

A new report identified current compensation, hiring and retention trends among nonprofits with annual budgets of $2 million or less.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 17, 2025

Image credit: Dall-E by OpenAI Editors note: This piece is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine s winter 2024 issue, Health Justice in the Digital Age: Can We Harness AI for Good? Emerging technological innovations in healthcare have the potential to transform public health and healthcare delivery systems, making them more efficient, personalized, and accessible.

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Clairification

MARCH 17, 2025

Can the act of philanthropy make people feel better? I say Yes. Absolutely. Much has been written about the warm glow that comes from giving. So why not think about fundraisingas a caring act , and fundraisers (aka philanthropy facilitators )as trusted helpers and healers? Reframing fundraising in this way can be your key to: (1) committing to major individual donor fundraising (helping people to be the people they’d like to see in the mirror), and (2 ) engaging more staff, volunteers and

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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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Bloomerang

MARCH 17, 2025

Why tech investments often fall short Youve invested in a powerful nonprofit CRM and fundraising platform, but is your team truly using it to its full potential? Many organizations adopt new technology with high hopes, only to find it underutilizedleaving valuable efficiencies untapped and fundraising opportunities unrealized. Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

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Nonprofit Fixer

MARCH 17, 2025

The Nonprofit Fixer Fellowship group coaching program provides a powerful suite of resources to help nonprofit leaders nail their nonprofit leadership role. Created by a five-time executive director, the Fellowship combines a world-class curriculum demystifying what it takes to run a nonprofit and bi-weekly coaching to cement the learning and tackle real-world challenges.

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Non Profit AF

MARCH 17, 2025

Hey everyone, hope you’re hanging in there. I’ve been watching my favorite movies as a break from the horrors of.

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Big Duck

MARCH 17, 2025

Be a part of our Open House and connect with people and nonprofit organizations eager to discover more about Big Duck.

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Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 17, 2025

Forty-five of those inquiries are focused on colleges' partnerships with the PhD Project, a nonprofit that helps students from underrepresented groups get degrees in business. By Collin Binkley, AP Education Writer WASHINGTON (AP) Mark Schiefelbein, AP Forty-five of those inquiries are focused on colleges' partnerships with the PhD Project, a nonprofit that helps students from underrepresented groups get degrees in business with the goal of diversifying the business world.

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Concord Leadership

MARCH 17, 2025

As a new entrepreneur, you have big dreams of making your business idea a reality. However, 40% of businesses fail within the first three years, as the first few years are the most difficult for a new company. Thats where a thorough plan comes into playstudies have shown that entrepreneurs with a business plan are […] The post How to Craft a Thorough Business Plan for New Entrepreneurs appeared first on The Concord Leadership Group, LLC.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 17, 2025

Cutting government waste does not mean cutting people off. We are calling upon Idahoans to help find a way to maintain essential services while making sure every dollar works harder. At Idaho Partners for Good , we believe the key is to invest in solutions that empower diverse nonprofits, leverage community strengths, and promote long-term sustainability ensuring that fiscal responsibility and social good go hand in hand.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 17, 2025

Now that the dust has settled from the 2024 elections, it is time to assess what impact the Trump administration will have on OSHA.

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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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