Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 21, 2022

“By calling on our sector to invest its collective energy in more relational and emergent approaches to transforming systems, we are merely naming what many of us already know: The ways we currently collaborate are simply not up to the magnitude of the task given the complexity of the social and environmental problems we are trying to solve.

Energy 136

Energy Leadership Homelessness Environmental 136

Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

American Solar Energy Society :: @ ASES_Solar. American Wind Energy Association :: @ AWEA. National Coalition for the Homelessness :: @ NTL_Homeless. American Heart Association :: @ American_Heart. American Red Cross :: @ RedCross. American Rivers :: @ AmericanRivers. Americans for the Arts :: @ Americans4Arts.

Manufacturing 99

Manufacturing Associations Energy Homelessness 99

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 10, 2009

They have to feel the fire of their own energy and commitment to the need: help children in Africa, the homeless on our streets, sick children. You can awaken your board members’ sleeping energy by visually and emotionally reminding them of the impact you are making in the world. Ask them why they care about the cause.

Fundraising 110

Fundraising Fundraising Energy Children 110

Socailbrite

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Climate change, political gridlock, the pandemic, homelessness, war, wealth gaps, and racism are all around us, and they’re only getting worse as the days go by. After you’ve completed a few smaller tasks, you’ll have more confidence and energy to keep going on some of the bigger items.

Activism 111

Activism Construction Energy Homelessness 111

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 23, 2023

Through its iconic mobile showers, the San Francisco nonprofit LavaMae has found new ways to serve the homeless in the absence of more radical reforms of affordable housing. I also found that cities were quicker to first adopt energy-efficient buildings where mission-driven organizations are actively involved in addressing social problems.

Civil Society 119

Civil Society Public and Social Policy Construction Governance 119

Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

And if we approached all the problems we're facing right now with the same focus, energy and compassion my neighbors did that day, there isn't a problem in this world we couldn't solve. A great new campaign from Maxwell House Coffee to help homeless vets. But I learned something on my front lawn last week. Partnership Notes 1.

Production 130

Production Activism Homelessness Energy 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 5, 2023

While some of these investments may deliver lower returns , they can advance renewable energy systems, protect natural habitats, or build more affordable housing. 1 then tried to use this perch to prod ExxonMobil to increase investment in renewable energy and disclose the company’s Scope 3 emissions. A prominent example is “Engine No.

Environmental 133

Environmental Energy Finance Retail 133

Get Fully Funded

MAY 1, 2023

For example, if you run a homeless shelter, you should mention the number of people who are homeless on any given night in your area. Do you have volunteer tutors who can help students who are homeless with their work? Do your beneficiaries have access to medical care once a month? Does your organization provide a meal?

Homelessness 124

Homelessness Nonprofits Agriculture Management 124

Fundraising Coach

MAY 6, 2013

Harness the Amazing Energy of Others. Find a way to tap into their energy and put them to work. These people represent a powerful force with amazing energy just waiting to be tapped into. . - Nick Kellet, Co-Founder of List.ly. Ask them to attend events and shoot photos or video. Invite them to blog. What are you waiting for?”

Non-Profits 111

Non-Profits Energy Nonprofits Homelessness 111

NonProfit Hub

MAY 11, 2015

Nonprofits are turning more and more toward grants as a source of funding for their causes, and that’s not a bad idea—if and only if you can devote the necessary time and energy into it. McKinney Vento Homeless. Here’s a bit of rough, straight shootin’ life advice for you: you’ll probably get shot down the first time.

Homelessness 77

Homelessness Energy Education Education 77

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 20, 2024

This would mean housing provided for all our neighbors, funded by governments and philanthropy—including those experiencing homelessness. Again, governing institutions would honor the voice, wisdom, and leadership of the communities most impacted by historical injustice, seeding initiatives like resilient solar and wind energy infrastructure.

Nonprofit governance and management 141

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Law Philanthropy 141

The NonProfit Times

JUNE 19, 2024

Indeed, COVID-19 confirmed a tangible need for personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect first responders and essential workers, even in mission areas we never thought of before, like food banks and homeless shelters — and we are learning that protection from the mental and emotional strain of working in crisis is equally critical.

Healthcare 96

Healthcare Health Production Culture 96

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 4, 2024

1 Boston’s Green New Deal and PowerCorpsBOS Investing in the climate future of youth and young adults is the way Trinh Nguyen, chief of worker empowerment, and Mariama White-Hammond, chief of environment, energy, and open space, saw the way forward to investing in Boston’s Green New Deal.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 115

Nonprofit Administration and Development Environmental Energy Nonprofit governance and management 115

The Agitator

MARCH 31, 2013

They actually went out and rented a store front location … they even bought a large new refrigerator and stove so they could provide more meals to more homeless folks. And that’s not even counting the energy waste involved in commuting to their new palatial digs! We’ve forwarded a complaint … go get ‘em Charity Navigator.

Homelessness 84

Homelessness Retention Food Energy 84

MNA Association

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Jamie Pollard Energy Keepers, Inc. Polson Jamie is the in-house general counsel for Energy Keepers, Inc., Jamie has been active in Montana nonprofits since 2018, when he served as an Americorp VISTA at the Sparrow’s Nest of Northwest Montana, working to provide housing to unaccompanied homeless high school students.

Energy 52

Energy Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations Leadership 52

Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

Engaging with up-and-coming leaders can bring fresh perspectives and energy to your board. Whether they’re doing a science experiment that summer campers might do at camp, serving the homeless a meal, or looking at cells under a microscope in the hospital, bring the front lines of your work. Young Nonprofit Professionals groups.

Participation and motivation 105

Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Leadership 105

NonProfit Hub

JULY 6, 2021

Let’s face it: any precious time, energy, money, and other resources that don’t go toward positive world-change isn’t just a missed opportunity—it’s reinforcing false stereotypes that nonprofits are unequipped. Or a residence for homeless veterans serves meals with durable dishes and metal silverware when simpler (but recyclable!)

Nonprofits 97

Nonprofits Energy Values Production 97

Nonprofit Megaphone

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In their online shop , 100% of all sales proceeds go toward helping save the lives of homeless pets! “We’re proud to say that each soft organic cotton t-shirt is made with renewable energy and is designed to be sent back to us to be recycled at the end of its lifecycle.” Motley Zoo Animal Rescue. Environmental.

Children 105

Children Environmental Nonprofits Agriculture 105

Fundraising Coach

MARCH 12, 2011

Passion and energy are contagious! How many homeless will be kept warm? Like: “A gift of $1000 will send this many kids to camp.&#. The #1 reason people give? They are asked. Go out and ask, even if you don’t feel you have it all together. 3 More Fundraising Thoughts. Think of fundraising like networking circles.

Fundraising 77

Fundraising Fundraising Homelessness Energy 77

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The mindset shift, here, is critical: It is no longer enough to set sights on big improvements to current services, important as that is; city leaders must invest time, energy, and resources to understand what’s around the corner.

Nonprofit governance and management 144

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Governance 144

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

When Marchman moved to Canada, for example, he noticed skyrocketing real estate prices as well as increased homelessness because of the lack of access to jobs and homes. Even for countries that do let people in, there often isn’t much these refugees and migrants have access to.

Environmental 124

Environmental Food Homelessness Insurance 124

Fundraiser Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

This is a fun fundraising idea , particularly in support of a homeless shelter or food bank. It is a great way to stock the shelves of a food bank very quickly. Organize your supporters into teams and give them a list of food items they must collect in order to complete the scavenger hunt. The possibilities are endless.

Food 49

Food Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising 49

Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

They may not want to give you a grant if they see your animal welfare nonprofit is living off of your adoption fees or your homeless shelter is solely running on a large government grant. How much time and energy will it take to pull it off? Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket when it comes to running your nonprofit.

Fundraising 126

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofits 126

Top Nonprofits

JULY 15, 2024

In particular, these types of nonprofits have beneficiaries that can most benefit from receiving clothing: Homeless shelters. Individuals experiencing homelessness may not have access to clothing in good condition and may appreciate being given these items. Domestic violence shelters.

Disaster Relief 52

Disaster Relief Homelessness Environmental Nonprofits 52

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

APRIL 5, 2009

He also had some rough times and was once homeless. Today, he has drawn on all of his extraordinary background by dedicating his time and energy to filming the stories of homeless people in LA at Invisible People. It’s just a kid talking about being homeless into a $500 camera. The last rule, there are no rules!

Homelessness 56

Homelessness Production Non-Profits Energy 56

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

MARCH 18, 2024

For instance, if advocating for affordable housing, present data on the cost of homelessness to the healthcare system. For example, a policy on environmental sustainability might incentivize renewable energy sources, creating new jobs and tax revenue. Then, translate its impact into hard numbers.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Public Policy Healthcare Homelessness 52

Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

For example, an animal advocacy organization with the goal of homing more pets than they did the previous year might have a mission statement like, “We work to reduce the number of homeless pets in the community by offering free rescue services and housing animals with volunteer foster homes.”

Nonprofit Administration and Development 115

Nonprofit Administration and Development Recruitment Management Communication 115

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I’ve used this framework with a diversity of organizations—including cash-strapped ones and one backed by a billionaire—working on a diversity of issues, including homelessness, affordable housing, and public education. The evidence was clear: Expanding access to high-quality education is critical to decarceration.

Public and Social Policy 122

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Education Education 122

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Shopping locally helps by limiting the CO2 emissions and energy waste from supply chains. Donate it to your local food bank or homeless shelter. You might even be able to purchase clothing or gifts from a local craftsman or seamstress. Shop your local craft or farmers’ markets to see what you can find. .

Food 52

Food Homelessness Production Energy 52

Sea Change Strategies

AUGUST 1, 2013

For instance, you might tell the story of a young gay man kicked out of his home by his parents to shed light on the pervasive problem of homeless LGBT youth and to engage someone to volunteer at a shelter. We tell small stories to exemplify the larger significance of that story. For some reason the visitor was not satisfied and moved on.

Non-Profits 45

Non-Profits Homelessness Energy 45

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

And we partner with them for those services, and our energy and resources are focused on the gaps.” it may be emotional or pragmatic or it may just be, you know, just a good response from a donor saying, “This is worth my time and energy in my dollars.” Maybe you’re looking for, you know.

Children 109

Children Curriculum and Teaching Education Education 109

NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

This is a high-energy interactive workshop that will shift your focus from viewing fundraising as overwhelming or a backburner project to an inspiring activity. Social sector organizations address our nation’s most challenging issues—poverty, homelessness, social justice, education and the environment. Jeff Kutash.

Public and Nonprofit Management 53

Public and Nonprofit Management Foundations Technology Education 53

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Although researching funders can take some time, and I know it can be a little bit of a burden on small organizations especially, it also saves even more time because once you determine that a funder isn’t aligned, you stop putting any energy into them. . And they can also be settings, things like schools or homeless shelters. .

Nonprofit Administration and Development 104

Nonprofit Administration and Development Foundations Public and Nonprofit Management Health 104

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But let’s say, you know, maybe you’ve just been talking to them about job placement because the job placement is really the thing that elevates the homeless and helps them get off the streets and all of that. . So again, not everybody will have this, but if you have this information and you can see what did people give the most.

Disaster Relief 64

Disaster Relief Communication Participation and motivation Retention 64

The Charity CFO

APRIL 6, 2022

So for example, homeless shelters, completely different operation than, um, you know, one of my web based, you know, you know, social justice, more advocacy lobby, work type organizations, which is totally different than an arts museum. So that paying attention to mission creep is the buzzword in the nonprofit space.

Non-Profits 52

Non-Profits Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management Philanthropy 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Easing the Energy Transition. Even though the coal industry has provided work and tax revenues to people in these areas, some Indigenous groups are looking to help drive the shift toward renewable energy. Its focus was on entering new markets and Isaac was looking for connections to authorities in transmission and energy planning.

Energy 111

Energy Finance Environmental Food 111

Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 7, 2021

For example, a computer or a printer for your office, a musical instrument if you work with children, or a bed if you help homeless people move into homes. Or if your policy declines a specific type of donation like property, it saves you the energy and strife of considering every land offer on a case-by-case basis.

Nonprofit governance and management 119

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Homelessness 119