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Employee Giving is Alive and Thriving
On December 22, the Nonprofit Quarterly published an article announcing that “another workplace giving campaign loses steam” in reference to the federal government’s Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) – the largest workplace giving campaign in the country. The articles points to several potential contributing factors such as the rise of donor advised funds, the increasing influence…
Read MoreChanging the Trajectory of Alzheimer’s Disease
The 6th leading cause of death in the US, and the most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s is a degenerative disorder that irreversibly destroys brain function over time. To date there is no known cause or cure. Alzheimer’s Disease Research (ADR), a program of BrightFocus Foundation, is working to change that scenario, by funding bold,…
Read MoreTurn Your Employee Engagement Failures into 2017 Success Stories!
Have you worked on a project or program that simply did not turn out the way you planned? The New Year signifies new beginnings. This can mean a new beginning to old methods, a new perspective, even a new way of thinking. One program that many employers are adopting in 2017, or should consider adopting, is…
Read MoreChanging the way America cares for children and families
Join America’s Charities as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving programs. Depressed, sad and lonely, Jacob handed his mother a letter in 8th grade telling her that he wanted to kill himself. After several years of sending her son to counselors and psychiatrists,…
Read MoreAmerica’s Charities partners with Whole Whale to Help Members Build a Data Culture
America’s Charities has teamed up with Whole Whale to offer an exclusive discount for members of America’s Charities that will help members build a data culture to multiply digital impact and make more informed decisions that contribute to their nonprofit’s growth and success. The Whole Whale strategy is about looking at a nonprofit’s resources in a different way —…
Read MoreUsing the Influence of Sports to Encourage Learning, Growth and Character Development
Join America’s Charities as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving programs. The influence of sports and the platform that athletes and coaches have is tremendous in our society. We are captivated by sports! Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) uses this influence to spread…
Read MoreHRC: Making a More Inclusive and Accepting World for Everyone
Join America’s Charities as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving programs. The following is an excerpt from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Overview at http://www.hrc.org/resources/foundation-overview. Each day, while elected officials debate political and legislative solutions, HRC Foundation’s incredible staff educates the public and…
Read MoreMutiplying the Digital Impact of Nonprofits
America’s Charities has teamed up with Whole Whale to offer an exclusive discount for members of America’s Charities that will help members build a data culture to multiply digital impact and make more informed decisions that contribute to their nonprofit’s growth and success. The Whole Whale strategy is about looking at a nonprofit’s resources in a different way —…
Read MoreChildren’s National: Helping Kids Grow Up Stronger
Join America’s Charities, now through December, as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving programs. As the nation’s children’s hospital, Children’s National Health System serves the D.C. region, the nation, and the world by caring for critically and chronically ill children. We aim to…
Read MoreTransforming Lives of Families in Danger of Becoming Homeless
Join America’s Charities, now through December, as we highlight different nonprofits and share how individuals and companies can Shape the Future of various causes through workplace giving programs. For years, Good Shepherd Housing (GSH) has been working to reduce homelessness, increase community support, and promote self-sufficiency for households in Fairfax County, Virginia. Unfortunately, housing for our low-income…
Read MoreEmbracing Change: A Five-Step Process
A former client of mine, let’s call them Emma’s Client, was in desperate need of change. Facing staff and volunteer leadership troubles, financial woes, and an eroding culture of philanthropy, Emma’s Client was at a point of possible closure. It was fighting fires left and right, keeping them from the critical proactive and strategic work…
Read More8 Types of Fundraising Ideas (That Actually Work!)
Both nonprofits and corporations alike can have trouble figuring out creative ways to raise funds that actually motivate supporters to give. And, it can be difficult trying to find an engaging way to fundraise that shows donors why it’s so important to give. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of fundraising ideas that can help you…
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