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Trust-based philanthropy doesn’t start in the right place: Trust is only one piece of the puzzle for how philanthropic partners can achieve the most impact There’s been a lot of discussion the past few years on trust-based philanthropy, a model that seeks to shift power dynamics by providing fewer funding restrictions and putting more trust in nonprofit leaders. While fundraisers debate its merits and others highlight its successes, one crucial point often goes unspoken: Trust is not the starting point—it’s the outcome of a deeper, more intentional process.  http://dlvr.it/THMM3n

The Philanthropy Outlook 2024 and 2025 report by Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy is a valuable resource for nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, and practitioners. It offers crucial insights into how economic variables like GDP, net worth, and the S&P 500 impact given by each source. This data will be instrumental in shaping effective organizational strategies in the upcoming years. The report also delves into the various conditions that could influence the outlook for giving in the next two years. Access the report here: https://lnkd.in/eKaSKEhi.

💰 🚫 📜 Unfunded List is looking for new board members 🙍♂️ 🏦 🙎♀️ Since 2015, we have reviewed over 1,000 grant proposals and involved over 1,000 volunteers in that review. The funders we partner with see their programs improve and the grant seekers we review raise more money for their missions.  We need a strong board to help us amplify the impact of our first decade. What we are looking for: *Commitment to our mission to demystify grant-making. *Innovative, talented professionals with an interest in grant proposal review. *Expertise in nonprofit management, philanthropy, or grant-making. *Willingness to leverage personal networks to drive our mission forward. Every year, the vast majority of grant proposals that are written and submitted are unceremoniously rejected without any feedback provided. Together, we can transform the philanthropic funding landscape one rejected grant proposal at a time. We have a preference for folks who have served on our evaluation committee and/or submitted a proposal to us for review but we are willing to consider folks from outside of our learning community as long as they can help build and care for our growing organization. Read about our first decade here: https://lnkd.in/exduw9j4 Interested? DM me or email me at dave@unfundedlist.com. #UnfundedList #BoardRecruitment #BoardMember #Philanthropy #DoGood #Nonprofitleadership

As 2024 comes to an end and we look ahead to 2025, we're inspired by what we’ve accomplished together this past year and motivated to do even more in the year to come. This year, you’ve helped us support child well-being, ensure economic opportunity, grow community wealth, and equip community leadership. Philanthropy isn’t just about giving; it’s about why we give and who we are as a community. TBF's 2024 Annual Report shares some remarkable stories about our community of donors and the inventive and very personal ways in which they partner with the nonprofit organizations and causes they support. Alongside these stories, our Pathways to Equity video series captures our partnerships with nonprofit leaders and organizations and the collaborative work at the heart of creating a stronger, more equitable Boston. These snapshots collectively represent many of the people supported, impactful stories, and momentum made possible this year by continued support from our community — and people like you. Thank you for a meaningful year of impact. We look forward to continuing the progress we've made collectively to move equity and move Boston with your commitment in the new year: https://bit.ly/3OhZlZs

Nonprofit boards: where strategy and creativity go to die? If you feel this way, you’re not alone. This week on Impact Audio John B., president of the T. Rowe Price Foundation, joins Sam Caplan to set out a new vision for how nonprofit boards can shake off the corporate structures that hold them back. Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/eQe_7aBp He covers: ⛔ Why nonprofits shouldn’t strive to run like businesses 🏢 The effects of professionalization in philanthropy 🔮 Advice for current and future board members

Exponent Philanthropy is exploring new ways funders can increase their impact! Read and download "How Grantees Think Funders Can Improve" today. This report surveyed over 400 nonprofits across six foundations over the last two years. It highlights how funders can improve in effect and process. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4aCklUc.

🎉 The latest edition of Jani's Journal is here! With National Philanthropy Day (11/14) and Giving Tuesday (12/3) on the horizon, this issue dives into the transformative power of strategic giving. Discover how individuals, corporations, and nonprofits can drive lasting change and find practical tips for enhancing impact through thoughtful philanthropy. 🌱 Subscribe now to fuel your mission and maximize year-end giving! #Philanthropy #GivingTuesday #Nonprofit

Is your #nonprofitorganization thinking the unthinkable? When is it time to close the doors? Listen to my interview with Brenda Rabalais, Founder & CEO of Lee's Place, Inc., a grief, loss, and trauma center, who shares tips and steps to closing the right way w/hard work and grace. Plus resources from The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Stanford Social Innovation Review, and National Council of Nonprofits. #boardsofdirectors #succesionplanning #closing #leadership https://lnkd.in/gvWf4NzT

Ever wondered how much it takes to start your own nonprofit organization? We break down the cost of creating a nonprofit organization step-by-step in our new article: https://lnkd.in/gdP2-KFu

A new episode of Giving Intelligence just dropped. I talked to Tracy Vanderneck, MSM, CFRE (She/Her) of Phil Com. We discuss the aspects of what makes an effective board, the responsibilities of board members, and how nonprofits need to evolve and adapt to changing times. Finally, Tracy gives us some tips from her book "The 60 Minute Guide to Building the Infrastructure for Successful Nonprofit Fundraising: 10 Essential Building Blocks for Nonprofit Fundraising." https://lnkd.in/gZZ-ASkN