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How hard are you making it to give?

Hands-On Fundraising

How hard are you making it to give? Seriously, giving shouldn’t be so confusing. The other day as we paid our bills, my husband and I pulled an appeal from our pile to make a donation. Then we turned the response form over and over, trying to figure out what to do. I’m a professional… […] The post How hard are you making it to give?

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Jewish American Heritage: Programs That Inspire and Unite

GrantNews

Jewish American Heritage Programs Inspire and Unite! Jewish American heritage is rich and vibrant. Finding ways to maintain Jewish history and promote and enhance Jewish culture can be greatly aided by taking advantage of the abundance of grants and scholarships that offer funding to help strengthen the current identity of the Jewish American community while at the same time work to preserve the past.

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Abigail Disney Urges Donors to Be Braver About Giving

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Donors and the leaders of major foundations and nonprofits should be willing to shoulder more risk, she says, especially at a time when more are fearful about speaking their minds. By Glenn Gamboa, AP Business Writer MIAMI BEACH, Florida (AP) Marta Lavandier, AP Abigail Disney, second from right, speaks during the Elevate Prize Foundations Make Good Famous Summit.

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The deep and lasting implications of funding cuts for psychological research 

Candid

Federal funding has long been the backbone of psychological research in the United States, supporting a wide array of studies from cognitive neuroscience to mental health interventions. Yet, due to the fact that its considered discretionary, its often put on the chopping block in the face of budget considerations. And in 2025, targeted cuts to programs such as those at the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation have intensified the challenges researchers face in competing

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AI for Grant Writing: 20+ ChatGPT Prompts You Can Use

This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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As Needs Keep Mounting, How Philanthropists Can Prioritize Support to Global Civil Society

Center for Effective Philanthropy

The rapid dismantling of U.S. foreign assistance has thrown the social and civic sectors into upheaval worldwide. Media reports understandably focus on the human costs of shuttering global health programs, […] The post As Needs Keep Mounting, How Philanthropists Can Prioritize Support to Global Civil Society appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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4 reasons your new brand will probably lower your revenue

Future Fundraising Now

That big rebrand youve been thinking about? Its not likely to turn around your fundraising. In fact, its probably going to cause a drop in fundraising income that will take years to recover from. Im sorry to say it, but thats how it nearly always goes. Ask anyone whos been around the nonprofit sector for awhile. Like Mark Phillips, who wrote about it on his Substack, at The Bleedin Obvious Guide to Why Income Usually Falls After a Rebrand : Youre not the same anymore.

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Voters Overwhelmingly Support Keeping Tax-Exempt Status for Nonprofits, New Poll Finds

NonProfit PRO

A new poll revealed voters' strong support of nonprofits, their concerns about organizations losing tax-exempt status and more.

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Listen Now: Leading Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Chronicle CEO Stacy Palmer talks to two leaders who can offer suggestions about what to do now and how to plan for whats ahead.

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Raffle Ticket Pricing Strategies to Increase Sales

DoJiggy

Fundraising raffles are one of the easiest, best ways to raise money for nonprofits, but strategic pricing strategies are required to make the most of these fundraisers. The raffle ticket price should be high enough to reflect the value of the prize and raise the funds needed, but it shouldnt be so high that few will buy a ticket. Therefore, it is crucial to strategically price raffle tickets to maximize fundraising potential.

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What is Corporate Philanthropy and Why Does It Matter?

re:Charity

Small businesses everywhere are asking the same questions: What is corporate philanthropy? Does it actually matter to customers, employees, and investors?Is it really worthwhile for small businesses like mine? Large. The post What is Corporate Philanthropy and Why Does It Matter? appeared first on re: charity.

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Does the Perfect Donor Exist in 2025?

NonProfit PRO

The continued trend of active donor files shrinking leaves me asking, does the perfect donor exist in 2025?

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Meet Maria!

HSF House

Blog Post One: Introduction Hello everyone! My name is Maria Sandoval and I am a rising senior pursuing a dual degree in international affairs and economics with certificates in global citizenship, political science research, and U.S intelligence. I was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and moved to Orlando in 2019. This summer, as part of the Global Scholars program, I will be researching human rights approaches in Europe.

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Why Collect Employment Info From Auction & Event Attendees

Double the Donation

When planning an upcoming fundraising event or auction, nonprofits often focus on the big picture. Ticket sales, sponsorships, and donor engagement. However, one powerful data point is often overlooked: and that is collecting employment info from auction attendees.