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Happy National Nonprofit Day! My first corporate job was at a nonprofit organization. Some of the most life and career changing positions I’ve held have been at nonprofits. I’ve worked for small local ones (yes, I have a former boss who is a nun. Habit and all!). I have also worked for international nonprofits. We get comfortable calling them “organizations” but many people forget nonprofits are actual corporations and subject to many similar, if not the same, federal and state regulations governing the work of corporate bodies in this country. Although they vary from local youth sports clubs to human rights advocacy, their goals are, by law, philanthropic in nature; meaning the goal is not profit but progress. Nonetheless, nonprofits are crucial entities in our communities; conducting important business that can often be a matter of life and death for just one family, or even a major shift in the justice system that impacts all of us . Let go of the image of people walking about in comfy hoodies, tees and shorts, or flip flops, with the founder being a little old cat lady with mailing lists piled in her desk. (Shout out to the fabulous Cat Ladies out there!) To be honest, I’ve worked at nonprofits with stricter dress codes than some for-profits or firms. I know when I was managing one myself, I made it a key part of our brand to always present ourselves professionally, on and off-site Some of the best lessons I’ve learned as a professional took place at nonprofit organizations and I’m proud so say that nonprofit operation and management is one of my areas of expertise. Celebrate National Nonproft Day with me today - whether they’re c(3)’s or c(4)’s nonprofits do help make the world 🌍 go around!

At Communities In Schools of Hampton Roads, we recognize the importance of collaboration with local businesses to ensure the success of our programs. Here are some examples of how these partnerships can benefit early childhood education: -Donations and Sponsorships: Local businesses can provide financial support for early childhood education initiatives, such as school supply drives or after-school programs. This can help to ensure that children have access to the resources they need to succeed in school. -Volunteer Opportunities: Businesses can offer their employees opportunities to volunteer with early childhood education programs. This can help to build a sense of community and give employees a chance to give back to their local community. -Internships and Job Shadowing: Local businesses can offer internships or job shadowing opportunities to high school students interested in pursuing careers in education. This can give students valuable experience and help to build a pipeline of future educators. -In-Kind Donations: Businesses can also provide in-kind donations, such as books, toys, or other resources that can be used in early childhood education programs. This can help to ensure that programs have the resources they need to provide high-quality education to young children. At Communities In Schools of Hampton Roads, we are committed to building strong partnerships with local businesses to support early childhood education. By working together, we can help to ensure that all children have access to the resources and support they need to succeed in school and in life. Visit our website to learn more about how you can help a student in need. #allinforkids #cisofhr #hamptonroads #communitysupport #earlychildhoodeducation

⏰2 DAYS REMAINING for us to accept the 💲 8,800 GRANT awarded by Do Good Institute. DEADLINE is JANUARY 5, 2024 ⌛ . ⌛Progress Toward Our Goal: $100 raised ⏰Remaining Funds Needed to Secure the Grant: 💲 10,900 Our Value Proposition to Our Interns: ✅ Providing meaningful internships toward our community's causes ✅ Creating opportunities that align with our values ✅ Facilitating the right platform for interns to gain professional experience ✅ Building programs that contribute to interns' career goals and passions ✅ Earning a living wage for their contributions 💞 Time is running out. We need your support! Make a donation to our INTERNSHIPS FUND to help us secure the Grant before the deadline! 💝 Text to Donate: Text BWIN to 53-555 📲 💖 Donation links: DAF Grant, Credit, Debit, Check, Money Order https://lnkd.in/etEvA3Rf 💗 Crypto, DAF Grant https://lnkd.in/eR77En6r 💞 💞 Peer-to-Peer Campaign: https://lnkd.in/ed6hVr2R #intership #supportourcause #summerinternship #fundraising

"We need to connect to solve these big issues," said Dr. Yvonne Owens Ferguson, Kauffman Foundation chief research, learning, & evaluation officer. "If you look at the 2035 vision, we talk about dismantling systemic barriers. Well, we can't do that by ourselves. ...It takes everyone, and the collaboration that's involved – we have to have it." Learn more about the Foundation's community-informed strategic planning process, our vision for 2035, and more at https://lnkd.in/gmPQWHgi. #Kauffman #kauffmanfdn #kansascity #KC #philanthropy #NonProfit #grants #GrantMaking #funding #CollectiveImpact #CommunityInformed #communityengaged #economicequity #economicmobility #collegeaccess #collegecompletion #Workforce #careerdevelopment #Scholarships #Internships #entrepreneurship #startup #smallbusiness

Hi LinkedIn friends, colleagues, and connections, In just over four hours Seattle Pacific University's (SPU) annual Giving Day fundraising event begins! Starting at midnight, April 3rd, 2024, SPU launches our largest annual fundraising campaign with the addition of a donor incentive competition structure. The Center for Career and Calling (CCC) needs your help to reach our goal of $2,000 to support our student-centered services and programming designed to help our students prepare for their transition to the working world. If you, or someone you know, are willing to donate I urge you to review these donor challenge guidelines below to help increase the impact of your donation. This year there are many ways to play, so here is the insider scoop on the Donor Challenges. There are three main challenges that help SPU departments and programs, participating in Giving Day, get bonus rewards when you donate. 1. First and last donation of the day challenge: --- The department or program that receives the first and/or last donation of the day will receive an additional $100. ---- The first donation after the event commences at 12am PST tonight, April 3rd, 2024, will receive an additional $100 bonus. ---- The last donation of the day has to be received before the event closes at 11:59 PM PST, April 3rd, 2024 to receive the additional $100 bonus. 2. Top 3 most donors challenge: ---The top three programs or departments that receive the highest number of donors [not necessarily the most money] will win an extra: ---- $1,500 for 1st place ---- $1,000 for 2nd place ---- $500 for 3rd place 3. 10+ donor challenge: --- When our department reached 10 donors, it will unlock an additional $100. Visit our Giving Day landing page to hear more about the impact of our department/services and what our goals are for the coming year. Thank you for any support you can offer!

Get ready to move and make a difference! Join us for 'Miles of Impact'! Your participation supports paid, transformative internships for underrepresented young adults. Let’s make a difference together! 🌟⁠ ⁠ Whether you run, do yoga, swim or do zumba, here's your chance to make a change! ⁠ ⁠ 💡Why Participate?⁠ Fuel Change: Your participation directly funds our summer 2025 internships, changing the course of life for countless students.⁠ The Power of 10,000 Miles: Every mile you log is a stride towards social and economic equality. It’s not just a number; it’s our shared goal to break barriers and create opportunities. ⁠ ⁠ 💙Event Essentials⁠ Date: Throughout September 2024⁠ Venue: Your favorite spot to get active!⁠ Goal: Amass a collective 10,000 miles⁠ Registration: Free! Your commitment is your entry.⁠ Fundraising Target: Aim to raise $250, but the sky's the limit!⁠ ⁠ Ready to Make a Difference? Sign up now - link in bio!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #MilesOfImpact #ElevatePlus #nonprofit #charity #giveback #fundraising #community #philanthropy #socialgood #educationforall #futureleaders #youthempowerment #businessleadership #careerdevelopment #workforcedevelopment #skillbuilding #professionalgrowth #makeadifference #supportthecause #spreadtheword #createchange

Pulled from the FAQs: "Should an organization apply for more than one grant type?" We encourage organizations to apply for ONE grant type. However, if you are part of a coalition applying for a Collective Impact grant and your organization is NOT the lead organization, you could apply to an additional grant. Also, if you are a very large public institution or organization with multiple divisions, you might be an exception. Check out our FAQs for more information: https://lnkd.in/gnXjG5Hh Cue up our informational webinars: https://lnkd.in/gJpCBHGt Or email us at granteehelpdesk@kauffman.org. #Kauffman #kauffmanfdn #kansascity #KC #philanthropy #NonProfit #grants #GrantMaking #funding #CollectiveImpact #CommunityInformed #communityengaged #economicequity #economicmobility #collegeaccess #collegecompletion #Workforce #careerdevelopment #Scholarships #Internships #entrepreneurship #startup #smallbusiness

Join ITServe in Empowering Communities and Enriching Lives through CSR Initiatives! For More Details Visit: csr.itserve.org #ITServeAlliance #ITServeCSR #CommunityEmpowerment #CSRInitiatives #BloodDonation #FightAgainstHunger #EmergencyResponse #STEMAdvocacy #Scholarships #Trainings #Internships #SupportVeterans #SupportFirstResponders #Donate #CharityDonations #VolunteerHours

5 Ways to Gain Work Experience in the Charity Sector at Entry-level - CharityJob Blog https://buff.ly/3Dw4BCV #Charity #CharitySector #CareerChange #Employability #Skills #WorkExperience #Volunteer