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Historic and systemic inequities have limited access to critical resources like healthcare, education, economic development, and affordable housing for communities of color in the U.S. Community-based organizations are on the frontlines meeting critical needs. These Minority-led and Minority-serving nonprofit organizations are filling gaps by providing culturally affirming resources and services in areas tailored for their communities and building trust with those they serve. Undivided Attention provides funding information, some new resources, and tools to keep doing that work. Nonprofit leaders, board members, potential board members, and Social Entrepreneurs are all encouraged to attend https://lnkd.in/gJmpg5kM

Did you know #ArrowheadCenter provides #research to businesses, nonprofits and governments? In partnership with C-BED and NM Spaceport Authority, we provided a report highlighting Spaceport America’s activities and economic impact on the state. Read more on the report: https://buff.ly/3EtAIEe

In collaboration with Pui Ling Tam, Program Lead for Economic Well-being at the Walter & Elise Haas Fund, Leslie Payne, Initiative Director at The James Irvine Foundation, and ReWork's very own Director, Rob Hope, the authored op-ed offers valuable insights into the pervasive issue of under-compensation within the nonprofit sector. The reflection emphasizes the impact of the Nonprofit Starvation Cycle on organizational sustainability and the broader sector, shedding light on the unfortunate reality that many nonprofit jobs lack family-sustaining wages, necessary benefits, worker protections, and advancement opportunities. Recognizing the inherent challenges of nonprofit work, the article highlights the sector's responsibility to recruit and retain talent by ensuring quality jobs that reflect the dedication and impact of those committed to social good. The article serves as a rallying call to action and paradigm shift within our sector. https://lnkd.in/epE7ma-x

Last week’s #HighFiveFriday feature - https://lnkd.in/gtAtHVKd highlighted the top five reasons why successful nonprofits consistently outperform other sectors in executing their missions. Watch the feature today to unlock their secrets. Tag someone to keep the learning going! #TerrificTuesday #HighFiveFridayRecap #LikeCommentShare #CommunityImpact #Success #StrategicPlanning #MISSIONimPOSSIBLE #SilverAndServing™👸🏾 #ShesDifferent™💜 #OnToTheNextOne👣

Unlock the Secrets of Securing Institutional Funding for Campaigns! This blog by Lauren Steiner from Grants Plus outlines key strategies for nonprofits seeking institutional funding in 2023 and beyond, including early engagement, adaptability, community impact, strategic partnerships, customized proposals and staff capacity. These strategies enhance the chances of securing funds for transformative projects and fostering community change. Read here: https://ow.ly/x2Uy50PVyCZ #GIblog #Grantsplus

By listening to neighbors and partners, we realized that aspects of our own grant-funding process had unintentionally created barriers to entry for smaller and newer nonprofit organizations — the very organizations often best positioned to address inequity. Out of this realization, the Opportunity Initiative was born. Our Community Impact team identified an initial cohort of 15 organizations aligned with our mission, focused on our priority populations, and led and founded by people of color. With one-time grants, networking, and workshops focused on fundamentals like financial reporting, we sought to give these nonprofits the tools to grow their organizations and build a foundation for the long term. And they, in turn, have made us more effective in our mission. The Opportunity Initiative provided one-time grants to 15 BIPOC-founded or led agencies with budgets of less than $100,000. The process was streamlined, and simple to apply for, with as little arduous back-end work as possible. Grants ranged from $15,000 to $21,800 and were used for marketing, updating technology, recruiting staff, and developing program curriculums — those critical elements smaller nonprofits often don’t have the resources to invest in. Since then, we’ve supported additional agencies through the Initiative. Learn more about the Opportunity Initiative and our transformation journey at hwmuw.org/transformation #opportunityinitiative #LiveUnited #diversityequityinclusion .

Did you know that approximately 10% of private sector employees work for nonprofits, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics? Many professionals working for nonprofits choose to pursue advanced education to prepare them for these high-level roles but choosing a program can be challenging. To help you find your path forward, we’ve outlined degree options for professionals working in nonprofits: https://bit.ly/3QxoAsG. #FranklinUniversity #OnlineDegree #PrivateSector #DegreesforNonprofit

The article "We, the Nonprofit Institutions: Transformation for Liberation" on the Stanford Social Innovation Review explores how nonprofits must transform to contribute to building a multiracial democracy. Authors Ashleigh Gardere and Jeff Bradach discuss the need for nonprofits to reimagine their roles and practices to better serve diverse communities and support systemic change. This transformation involves embracing new strategies, fostering inclusivity, and committing to social justice to create institutions that reflect and serve all members of society equitably (SSIR - Stanford Social Innovation Review) (SSIR - Stanford Social Innovation Review). For more details, you can read the full article on the Stanford Social Innovation Review website: https://lnkd.in/eeEKMKZF

Congratulations to the NGOsource team, celebrating 10 years of groundbreaking work in the world of international giving. By streamlining the equivalency determination process, NGOsource has connected over 700 U.S. grantmakers to over 8,000 nonprofit organizations abroad. This has helped to facilitate over $8B USD in international funding to organizations solving the world's most pressing issues. I invite you to read the report below, "Changing the Landscape of International Philanthropy," which provides insights into a decade of civil society data, along with a roadmap for further innovations in the next decade and beyond. https://lnkd.in/gmtWGFZC