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U.S. Companies, Nudged by Black Employees, Have Stepped Up Donations to HBCUs

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

On the line was Virginia-based Dominion Energy offering to give money to Wilberforce University, the small historically Black college where she is in charge of fundraising. By Annie Ma and Thalia Beaty, Associated Press Natalie Coles will never forget receiving an unexpected phone call in 2020.

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How to Restore Community Economies: Reestablishing the Right to Associate

NonProfit Quarterly

These restrictions are the result of policy shifts that have quietly undermined the right to associate In principle, people in the United States have this right—Article 20 of the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights asserts that all people should be able to freely form associations to meet their collective needs.

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The Next 4 Years: Tapping Into Nonprofit Expertise

The NonProfit Times

Dillen has litigated precedent-setting cases that have held polluters accountable and cleared the way for clean energy projects. She has the roadmap for the nation’s clean energy future. She is credited with coordinating the university’s strategic planning and marketing efforts at the four KU campuses.

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A Life Hack for Leaders

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

Hundreds of studies have been conducted at more than 200 independent universities and research institutions. Since I started practicing transcendental meditation, I have noticed an increase in energy and focus throughout my workday. I have better energy throughout the day, stress less, and life is better.

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Rebecca Cantrell, ACNP: The Greene County Force behind United Way of the Greater Dayton Area

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

” Her initial steps were taken at Wright State University, where she pursued a dual graduate program in applied behavioral science and public administration. “The CNP program really helped me channel my energy and passion into effective leadership,” she emphasizes.

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Day in the Life of a Nonprofit Communicator – Sarah Tarnopolsky

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

Sarah Tarnopolsky is a Donor Relations Communications Officer at the University of Victoria, in British Columbia, Canada. This morning I check Twitter and take a look at what’s been going on in the university social media feeds the last few days on Facebook and Instagram. It takes me 30 minutes and is a great way to start the day.

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Top 10 Things to Look For in New Board Members

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

They’ll save you time and energy and even heartache, because they will help. When you have board members who understand your unique community or the environment you operate within, it just save time and energy. It’s like they are on your team before you start, and you don’t have to spend valuable time and energy educating them.

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