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Hole in the Road to Transparency: People with Disabilities Often Excluded By Foundations & Nonprofits

Philanthropic transparency is vital. But there’s a major challenge – people with disabilities are being excluded by foundations, philanthropy and nonprofits every day. RespectAbility, a nonprofit disability organization, did a major study of close to 1,000 people in the social…

By Jennifer Laszlo Mizrahi (she/her)

October 17, 2019

Tags: Funders; International; US; Foundation and grantmaker work; People with disabilities;
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We’ve changed the way we collect and share demographic data!

As we launch a new and improved Demographics section of the Nonprofit Profiles on GuideStar, I’m having a very familiar feeling. In 2014, when GuideStar first launched the Demographics section, I was nervous and excited. We partnered with D5, a five-year…

By Jasmine Marrow (she/her)

September 15, 2019

Tags: Funders; Nonprofits; Researchers; US; Candid news and updates;
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11 Digital Marketing KPIs That Every Nonprofit Should Be Tracking

Key performance indicators (KPIs) allow you to truly understand your nonprofit’s digital marketing success and make educated decisions about future spending. How do you know your nonprofit’s Google ad campaigns are paying off, if your curated Instagram account is leading…

By Zoe Allen

September 11, 2019

Tags: Funders; Nonprofits; Nonprofit and charity work; Social media, marketing, and design;
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Tap into Donor-advised Funds with FDO

Expert fundraisers recognize that Donor-advised Funds are a growing source of funding for nonprofits. Between 2007 and 2016, assets in DAFs nationwide skyrocketed from $32 billion to $85 billion[1]. You can now prospect research for DAFs easier in FDO. Follow…

August 26, 2019

Tags: Nonprofits; International; US; Grant writing and proposals; Resources and tools;
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A Foundation Insider’s 8 Tips to Help You Win Your Next Grant

One of my favorite sections in the revised edition of my book the Ultimate Insider’s Guide to Winning Foundation Grants is called “The Grant Seeker’s Reality Check.” In 10 brief chapters I examine, from the vantage point of one who served for…

May 21, 2019

Tags: Nonprofits; International; US; Grant writing and proposals; Resources and tools;
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Transparency: One Small Step for Funders, One Giant Leap for Equity

In order to solve a problem, one must first identify its parameters. This applies, too, to the philanthropic sector; to that end, many of us are pushing for greater transparency in our field. For example, Candid teamed up with a…

By Genevieve Boutilier

May 9, 2019

Tags: Funders; International; Foundation and grantmaker work; Grant writing and proposals; Resources and tools;
How to Use Storytelling for Nonprofits to Get More Grants

How to Use Storytelling for Nonprofits to Get More Grants

Unsure whether your grant proposals have what it takes to stand out in a sea of applications? There can often be misunderstandings amongst nonprofits as to what constitutes a strong proposal in the eyes of a foundation. While there’s no…

By Tracy Kaufman (she/her)

April 5, 2019

Tags: Nonprofits; Fundraising, giving, and donations; Grant writing and proposals; Nonprofit and charity work;
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High-Impact Volunteer Engagement: Six Factors for Success

Skilled volunteer engagement (also known as pro bono service) can be an effective way to bridge the capacity gap. It’s important to recognize volunteers aren’t “free” and in order for skilled volunteerism to be effective, your organization must be ready to make the most of this valuable contribution of time and talent.

February 15, 2019

Tags: Nonprofits; International; US; Resources and tools;
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Meet Your Fundraising Needs with FDO as Your Partner

You need the best prospecting tool available, Foundation Directory Online is committed to meeting your needs as a fundraiser. Meet Your Fundraising Needs with FDO as Your Partner. Last year was a big year for FDO, we added nearly 70,000…

February 13, 2019

Tags: Nonprofits; International; US; Fundraising, giving, and donations; Grant writing and proposals; Resources and tools;
Connecting with Community Foundations: Your Partner Next Door

Corporate Relationships in Action: Unlocking Corporate Needs and Interests

We fell in love with our own organizational goals and desires and forgot to focus on the interests of the company in these corporate relationships.

By Lewis Flax (he/him)

January 23, 2019

Tags: Funders; Nonprofits; Fundraising, giving, and donations; Nonprofit and charity work;
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Planned Giving Success: Strategies to Maximize Donor Gifts

There are simple steps even small, grassroots groups can take to encourage legacy gifts and planned giving success.

December 17, 2018

Tags: Nonprofits; International; US; Fundraising, giving, and donations; Resources and tools;
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Eight Ways Funders Can Engage in Rural Philanthropy

Rural America is home to significant political capital and influence that can add considerable muscle to national policy and advocacy efforts, and funders need to engage in Rural Philanthropy.

By Betsey Russell (she/her) and Allen Smart (he/him)

December 5, 2018

Tags: Funders; US; Foundation and grantmaker work;