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We are presenting at this year's Asset Funders Network annual conference! In perfect alignment with the 2023 theme, "Moving Beyond the Moment: Pathways Towards Economic Justice," we are detailing what nonprofits and philanthropists can do to build a just and equitable Bay Area. Are you attending the conference? Be sure to stop by and say hello! #AssetBuilding #Philanthropy #NonprofitWork #Grantmaking #Workers #ConferenceSzn

Don’t miss Rob Hope and Brianna Rogers, MPM at the 2023 Asset Funders Network annual conference! In perfect alignment with the conference’s theme, "Moving Beyond the Moment: Pathways Towards Economic Justice," we are detailing what nonprofits and philanthropists can do to build a just and equitable Bay Area. Drop a comment below if you’re planning to attend and be sure to stop by and say hello! #AssetBuilding #Philanthropy #NonprofitWork #Grantmaking #Workers #ConferenceSzn

How the public views nonprofits has a major effect on our abilities to successfully achieve or make progress towards our missions. Reliant on public support, we must constantly consider the ways in which we can build and maintain trustworthy reputations. Our recent blog post breaks down a few key trends and offers ways to engage with the public. #nonprofitleadership #peerlearning #publicperception https://lnkd.in/eSjSWjRs

The Florida Nonprofit Alliance commissioned an Economic Impact Report that creates a vibrant picture of the nonprofit sector's positive economic impact in the State of Florida. Strength in Numbers is a tool designed for nonprofit leaders to help use the Economic Impact Report and achieve their mission, working within our interconnected network. Understanding the contribution of the nonprofit sector in general and with a specific focus on your region and work, you have data and stories to tell funders, policymakers, community leaders, and others. This Practical Action Guide will walk you through using an economic impact report to grow your influence, resources, and connections. Find more information here: https://lnkd.in/e_wMQEHC #FLnonprofits #philanthropy #giving #nonprofits #nonprofitresources #nonprofitresearch #nonprofiteducation

The Strength in Numbers Practical Action Guide was designed for nonprofit leaders to help you use the Economic Impact Report. When you understand the contribution of the nonprofit sector, you have data and stories to tell funders, policymakers, community leaders, and others. This Practical Action Guide will walk you through using an economic impact report to grow your influence, resources, and connections. Learn more 👉🏼: https://lnkd.in/e_wMQEHC #FLnonprofits #philanthropy #giving #nonprofits #nonprofitresources #nonprofitresearch #nonprofiteducation

We've learned so much over the past year. After conversations with over 50 philanthropic and non-profit sector leaders, several key themes emerged: 1. Communities have the solutions 2. Work collectively with partners 3. Signal intention through action 4. Take risks 5. Centre Black and Indigenous communities using a racial equity lens 6. Flow funds to grassroots organizations What have you discovered about change-making, philanthropic practices and opportunities through your journey? Let us know, and don't forget to read our 2022 Annual Report at definityfoundation.org #DefinityFoundation #AnnualReport #communitysolutions #collaboration #actionsspeaklouder #racialequity

How does your current program evaluation plan support your organization's DEIJ and staff retention goals? Come learn more about an inclusive program evaluation model that honors the needs of underrepresented communities and promotes engagement. ID: Flyer with the details of the training being shared. Title: Program Evaluation Through an Equity & Social Justice Lens. Date: April 24 9-11am PST. Registration link: https://lnkd.in/gJfaackV Webinar | Free to attend. Presented by, Dr. Gina Vanegas’ Logo and California Lutheran University Center for Nonprofit Leadership’s Logo. On the bottom right hand corner is a picture of Dr. Vanegas wearing a white blazer and red shirt sitting next to a plant. #equity #diversity #evaluation #socialimpact #nonprofitleadership #fundraising #leadershipdevelopment #education #workplaceculture #publicspeaker #representationmatters #nonprofit

Most nonprofit leaders reported an increase in demand for service (77%). The highest increase in demand (91% of leaders) has been in the environment subsector. Want to learn more? Read the latest in the 2023 State of Nonprofits and Philanthropy Annual Report! https://lnkd.in/enz-aAM4 #SONPReport23

Too many development committees focus on the wrong things. This wastes time and diminishes your nonprofit’s impact. At Mission Advancement, we spend a lot of time training our client’s boards on what fundraising engagement means as a nonprofit board member. Regardless of your nonprofit’s size or mission, effective board engagement is a common pain point. As a nonprofit leader are you wondering if you need a Development Committee? Or do have one and struggle with how to effectively engage them? If so, check out our webinar: Forming an Effective Development Committee. Webinar link:https://hubs.ly/Q02CdkBH0

Start making your Development Committee more effective today. Check out these tips!