The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 2, 2024

There is no merit to the Office of the Haitian Diaspora and the Haitian Diaspora Political Action Committee lawsuit regarding American Red Cross relief and recovery efforts in Haiti,” a spokesperson wrote in a statement to The NonProfit Times. The total of expenditures listed was more than $490 million.

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Future Fundraising Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

As of this morning, heres what I know: For international aid nonprofits, the impact is already happening, and spreading. Other nonprofit sectors: Funding is back. Ripple effects from overseas cuts, broken contracts, and more is hitting hard and quickly. This feels more like, Were dismantling the airplane while its flying.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. But before receiving funds, you need to show you’re legally registered, governed by a board, and have solid financial management policies. On top of that, there’s a lengthy contract to review and sign.

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Candid

AUGUST 13, 2024

Developing an effective funding strategy is vital to any nonprofit’s ability to sustain or increase its impact. And nonprofit boards play an important role in virtually every organization’s funding strategy. Too often, nonprofits jump at flashy fundraising tactics (“Let’s host a gala!”) So how does that play out?

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Cooperative agreements to nonprofits and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to provide technical assistance to local government agencies to reduce pollution in wastewater treatment systems. There are grants to eligible nonprofits for environmental stewardship projects benefiting watersheds. Reduce Wastewater Treatment Pollution!

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Candid

JUNE 1, 2022

Whether you’re a nonprofit professional with decades of experience or thinking about starting your own organization , you know how crucial donations are for fueling a nonprofit’s ability to deliver on its mission. Nonprofit payment processing: A quick overview . This is why they’re the preferred choice for many nonprofits. .

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

Smart money moves are vital for nonprofits. But staying financially solid while also being nimble enough to handle surprises like recessions and weather events is hard even for the most seasoned nonprofit. Modern technology and clear rules are key to strong nonprofit financial management. What is Nonprofit Financial Management?

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2024

While AI technology can create efficiencies for cash-strapped nonprofits, we need to make sure the way we use AI is aligned with our missions to do good. How can AI tools transform the work nonprofits do for the better and help advance social causes? Using smart tech to reimagine nonprofit work. Your first step is to do no harm.

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. Not surprisingly, the Candid insights article with the most pageviews brings together two hot topics, one cyclical and one perennial: elections and nonprofit fundraising. Is your nonprofit organization grant-ready? What can fundraisers do?

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GrantNews

MAY 8, 2024

Are you or someone you know considering taking the plunge to start a nonprofit? For this reason, GrantWatch has listed below 7 of the most common nonprofit startup costs. The work done by nonprofits is inspiring and so important! Hiring a lawyer can also be extremely helpful when it comes to picking a name for your nonprofit.

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CauseVox

APRIL 20, 2021

With vaccine rollouts underway, nonprofits are still wondering: how do I fundraise during COVID? Here’s what nonprofits should plan for the rest of 2021 to navigate through fundraising during COVID. All of this means that virtual events help nonprofits come away with more funds raised with less effort.

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Candid

JUNE 3, 2024

SAGE’s successful efforts might serve as an inspiration and a model for how other nonprofits could leverage data to enhance their work. What public policies are needed to address the unmet needs of our constituents? What gaps exist in government data collection on LGBTQ+ aging that is leading to gaps in policy protections and services?

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GrantNews

JULY 18, 2024

Marketing, it’s the engine that powers nonprofit growth. If you are part of a nonprofit, we cannot stress enough, how essential it is to have a solid marketing strategy. In this age of rapidly advancing technology, this means that smart nonprofits are shifting to more online marketing content. It’s social media.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 29, 2015

Think of the words "overhead" and "nonprofits" and what comes to mind? If the nonprofit sector is going to change the conversation about overhead, the sector first needs to foster a more honest discussion about responsible accounting. If so, you've fallen victim to the overhead myth. For example, Ms.

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Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 22, 2017

12, about 900,000 sponsored wreaths were placed on the graves of veterans by a nonprofit called Wreaths Across America. Every wreath was purchased from the for-profit wreath company that created both the nonprofit and the annual event." Then, in 2015, the Wall Street Journal published an article that unnerved me.

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Elevate

MARCH 4, 2025

For many nonprofits, federal grants and contracts are just one part of their larger revenue profile. With the news to date this year dominated by updates regarding reductions in federal funding, little advice is available about how policy change at the federal level contributes to changes in private funding priorities and availability.

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RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

Objective 3: Clarifying Sections that Recipients or Agencies have Interpreted in Different Ways : While this objective does not constitute specific policy or process changes, it does help to diminish confusion when questions are raised. This has led to a more robust definitions section and ensures a lack of ambiguity.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 17, 2024

There is a whole world of nonprofit grant opportunities! A large part of being a nonprofit is getting grants to fund the vital work you do for your community. Grantwatch has so many nonprofit grant opportunities to share that it has an entire category dedicated to nonprofits. What Do Nonprofit Grants Fund?

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Tech Soup

JUNE 16, 2014

My TechSoup Global colleague Lewis Haidt was at the conference as well and penned Nonprofits Imagine a Better Sharing Economy , which provides a good primer on what it is and how a nonprofit-centric sharing economy can benefit all of us. Where Are Nonprofits and Libraries on Sharing?

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2012

In this first part of a series exploring the vast and timely topic, guests Alex Ross and Jacob Chang will focus on social media policies in the workplace. They’ll share all the tips and resources you need to craft a suitable policy and educate your staff about their rights. Join us on Wednesday, August 15 at 11:00 a.m.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 7, 2024

That said, there are a handful of universal best practices: * Written Agreement: The rights and responsibilities of both the project and sponsor should be included in a written contract. prohibited illegal conduct or conduct related to civil disobedience), these restrictions should be clearly communicated by contract.

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 25, 2024

A former United Way executive has filed a $12 million lawsuit against the nonprofit alleging sexual discrimination and workplace retaliation. She has since cobbled together a combination of part-time and contract work, she said. I have essentially been blackballed from any type of job, nonprofit or private sector,” she said.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 22, 2024

What you do next is entirely dependent on the policies and procedures that your organization has put in place for your development team. Across the nonprofit sector, there are countless variations in the relationship between organizational grant professionals and philanthropy departments. A decision tree is a great first step.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2022

Matt Hugg, President and Founder, Nonprofit.Courses – He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia and Europe. What’s a Nonprofit? Let’s begin. Your Mission. Discuss that too.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Online fundraising allows your nonprofit to earn donations from a wide audience, growing your network and raising more for your cause. Today, most modern nonprofits engage in at least limited online fundraising to engage supporters even while following social distancing guidelines. Applying to Fundraise Online. Legal Requirements.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 15, 2024

However, nonprofit leaders in healthcare should begin reviewing their employment contracts and policies now to determine how the rule could affect them. The key test, according to legal experts, will be whether a given nonprofit is operating exclusively for charitable purposes and not for anyone’s private benefit.

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Tech Soup

MAY 5, 2011

TechSoup kicked off its Social Media Mondays in May , designed to accompany the launch of the Nonprofit Social Media 101 wiki , with a discussion on using Facebook for nonprofits. What practices work best for nonprofits on Facebook? Alternately, nonprofits can also use Facebook to cultivate foundation relationships.

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Assel Grant Services

MAY 6, 2024

However, new or small nonprofits may wonder if an audit is really necessary. Understanding why an audit is helpful to a funder, how to find an auditor, and what to do if an audit seems unattainable can help small nonprofits plan. This report means the auditor thought they couldn’t issue a definitive opinion on the nonprofit.

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GiveSmart

DECEMBER 11, 2023

As a nonprofit, it is essential to understand the compliance standards that apply to your operation and why they are in place. With the help of a high-quality fundraising software solution, your nonprofit can stay organized and ensure every important need is met to continue growing and serving your mission. Get insurance policies.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In the nonprofit field, it’s common for staff to be put in a role where they manage grants but might not have the knowledge or resources to understand what that entails. These are common scenarios, and while they may be new or unknown, taking steps to understand how grant funds should be managed is critical to the nonprofit’s success.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Without the resources for a dedicated HR staff, the directors and managers of many nonprofits, charities, and libraries take on HR tasks themselves — there is simply no one else to do it. Considering this particular need of many nonprofits, TechSoup has partnered with an on-demand human resources service — HR Solutions Partners.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 6, 2011

It is the United States' first comprehensive policy that addresses the proper handling of used or discarded electronics devices. The policy is designed to increase industrial capacity in electronics recycling, refurbishment, and remanufacturing to increase the number of US-based green jobs and the safe handling of discarded electronics.

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GrantNews

APRIL 4, 2024

In addition, they offer activities and programs specifically designed for children, and most libraries have a zero-tolerance policy for bullying and harassment. In addition, grants of up to $4,000 to eligible nonprofits, public libraries, and K-12 schools for programs that focus on student literacy. Libraries help preserve our history.

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Sharpshooter Communications

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As a 35+ year veteran of nonprofits, including the last 17 years as a full time grant consultant, I have celebrated many successes and cried over some spectacular failures. After a few years of working with various nonprofits, I started to notice patterns. Many nonprofits simply don’t have the capacity or ability to attract grants.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 19, 2024

Event Vendor Guide Series: Selecting, Negotiating, and Managing Partnerships for Nonprofit Fundraisers Welcome to the first installment of our Vendor Series, where we unravel the intricacies of orchestrating impactful non-profit fundraising events. Their alignment enhances the event’s authenticity and resonance with your audience.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 30, 2024

Level one translates every printed character, while level two contains contractions and letter combinations. Braille Literacy and Other Vision Impairment-Related Grants and Awards To begin, grants to nonprofits for human services programs and activities that benefit physically disadvantaged individuals, including the blind community. (sic)

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 25, 2012

Because of this, we get a lot of phone calls from nonprofits and libraries asking: Does my service expire or shut off after one year? After one year, you may renew your service through ClickTime at a special nonprofit discount rate of $5 per user, for each month of service. Do I need to request another donation from TechSoup?

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