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    The Biggest #GivingTuesday Yet

    charity:water Nov 22, 2017

    What started back in 2012 with a handful of nonprofits has quickly grown into a global giving movement that has reached 98 countries around the world and raised $177 million…

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    3 Things to Think About Before You Donate Food for the Holidays

    Giving Compass Nov 21, 2017

    The holiday season is a time for giving. It is tempting to drop off holiday food items to food banks, soup kitchens, and canned food drives to provide those in need…

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    Two New Ways to Help Pay Bail Bonds for Low-Income Individuals

    Mashable Nov 21, 2017

    Appolition lets users round up their credit card purchases to the nearest dollar and donate the remainder to community bail funds. It’s like Acorns, but instead of investing your money, you’re…

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    4 Lessons Learned as a Community Organizer

    Grantmakers in Health Nov 20, 2017

    Community engagement and organizing is an iterative process, balancing a series of actions to move the community forward and produce tangible results. By taking the time to build relationships with…

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    4 Ways to Give Back Without Spending Money

    Medium Nov 20, 2017

    If you want to make a difference in the world, you don’t have to wait until you have a certain amount of money in your bank account. Charitable contributions do…

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    Nonprofits Need to Make their Value Proposition Clear

    Fast Company Nov 20, 2017

    GroupRaise is an online reservation platform with a philanthropic hook: The company catered to large groups of 20 or more who want to hold an event at a local restaurant, which, in…

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    Top-Rated Charities and Non-profits of 2017

    GreatNonprofits.org Nov 19, 2017

    It’s that time of year again—for many, it means shorter days, warmer clothes and cozy dinners.  As you wind down, you could be reflecting, feeling thankful, and wanting to give…

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    Three Tips for Giving Back During the Holidays

    Medium Nov 17, 2017

    The holidays are the perfect time of year to give back. Whether you celebrate or not, it’s a time that highlights just how little many Americans have. If you’re looking…

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    Last-Minute Tips For #GivingTuesday

    Alexandra Colvin Nov 17, 2017

    Below are some examples of ways your organization can activate on #GivingTuesday. You are not limited to these ideas — the sky is the limit! As long as you are giving in…

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    A Radical Approach to Grantmaking Transforms Relationships to Money

    Kelley Buhles Nov 16, 2017

    David Lozano’s first experience in grantmaking was a powerful one. Given the opportunity to fund any or all of a group of applicants, he awarded the majority of his funds…

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    How Open Source Software Can Super Charge Philanthropy

    Stanford Social Innovation Review Nov 15, 2017

    It is increasingly important that any serious enterprise—whether startup, media brand, government agency, foundation, or nonprofit organization—have access to cutting edge, reliable, and useful digital tools that extend their reach…

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    How Art and Community Helps Trauma Survivors Heal

    Path with Art Nov 15, 2017

    On November 17, organizations and practitioners from across the U.S., U.K. and Canada will convene at a conference focused on arts and homelessness. The event, which is taking place in…

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