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32 Rising Nonprofit Leaders Chosen for 2023 Certificate in Leadership

NonProfit Leadership Center

Participants were nominated to apply by community and organization leaders, and their applications were reviewed as part of a rigorous selection process. Participants’ ability to understand themselves and manage their organizational responsibilities increased from 88% to 100% from the beginning to the end of the program.

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Zero-Problem Philanthropy

Stanford Social Innovation Review

CNN recently reported that “California has spent billions to fight homelessness. The second example illustrates an important intermediary step towards eliminating homelessness from a Zero-Problem Philanthropy vision. Yet, replicating this transformation in many other hotels in New York did not lower the number of homeless people.

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3 Great Unusual Fundraising Ideas

The Fundraising Authority

The goal here is to have lots of people out raising a small amount of money each, which adds up to a big haul for your organization, with lots less work (each member of your fundraising committee is responsible for motivating and tracking their own “downline.” For example, a donor may buy medical care for two homeless clients for $200.

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How To Build An Advocacy-Driven Nonprofit Board

Bloomerang

Invite your board to participate in these easy and impactful ways to advocate for your mission: Host behind-the-scenes tours. Motivate your board to join forces with local community groups, businesses, and other nonprofits. Their expertise and passion can inspire and mobilize new supporters. Collaborate with community allies.

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7 Keys to an Effective Social Media Ambassador Program

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Follow the lead of organizations like the Austin Public Library who have a sign-up form for those interested in participating. Do you say homeless people or individuals experiencing homelessness?… What role does social media play in your overall communications plan? . 3) Share your objectives in a clear and inspiring way.

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How To Tell Your People Stories: Nonprofit Storytelling Part 6

Getting Attention

Your org’s people stories will be as compelling, moving and motivating as these two when you follow these steps: Feature people that mirror people taking each type of action your org wants to motivate—donors, partners, board members, volunteers and more. 5 Steps to Strengthen Your People Stories.

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From Novice To Champion: Empowering Board Members

Bloomerang

What motivates you? 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. Make your board meetings fun and your board members will look forward to participating!