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"Connection to the community" was a key theme in the GivingPulse Field Guide for Q1 2024. In GivingTuesday's data, donors have consistently reported giving locally over giving nationally or internationally. This is a great encouragement for all nonprofits to lean into the power of community. 💪 Read specific recommendations for how in the Field Guide: https://lnkd.in/dacUsbwu

How many nonprofit organizations are in your community? Explore updated Internal Revenue Service data in the CARES Map Room to see the rate per 100,000 people and total number of nonprofits in your County or ZIP Code. Check out the map and learn more about nonprofits near you today: https://lnkd.in/gTdkkTKw

United Way of Central Iowa in collaboration with Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, and Bravo Greater Des Moines have released the results of a joint Central Iowa Nonprofit Sector Survey. The findings reveal a nonprofit sector that is facing increased demand but lacks sustainable resources to meet them. Now more than ever, nonprofits are stepping up to serve the community but to continue this critical work, they need our support. "It's essential for all sectors—government, business, nonprofits, and community members—to work together in a collaborative, systems-level approach to create a stronger, more resilient community." – Mary Sellers, President, United Way of Central Iowa Let’s stand united in support of the nonprofits working tirelessly to serve central Iowans. Together, we can build a sustainable future for ALL. Read the full survey here: https://hubs.ly/Q02RFSMC0 #SupportNonprofits #CentralIowa #CommunityImpact #UnitedinPurpose

Nonprofit organizations are essential to building a more equitable and thriving Central Iowa. The 2024 Central Iowa Nonprofit Sector Survey, released by United Way of Central Iowa, the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, and Bravo Greater Des Moines, highlights the efforts of nonprofits in Polk, Warren, and Dallas counties. While nonprofit organizations remain deeply committed to addressing community needs, the survey reveals growing strain and an urgent need for sustained support to tackle the region’s most pressing challenges. Addressing these issues will require a collaborative, systems-level approach that engages the entire community to build resilience and meet the diverse needs of all residents. To view the full report and learn how to get involved, visit https://loom.ly/A-KVnrQ #CommunityConnections #ThrivingNeighborhoods #BetterTogether

Small, regional nonprofits don't have to put up with lesser IT service solutions. You can have full-stack IT services within an easily budgeted monthly payment. Find out more about benefits by reading our "IT Support for Nonprofits" PDF. https://oal.lu/nuzxl

Trust is dwindling in nearly every sector, except for nonprofits. In the last year, our sector has actual seen an increase in trust. Dr. Akilah Watkins, president and CEO of Independent Sector, shares how building relationships within the community can lead to even more confidence in the work we do. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eexjTZPS

Recent legislation has opened up incredible opportunities for nonprofits to access government dollars, but these coveted grants often come in the form of reimbursement-based awards that require organizations to complete the work before receiving any funding. This structure means nonprofits must foot the bill for their activities upfront, and it poses a particularly acute challenge for grassroots groups with less resources on hand. In a recent blog post, our colleagues Tivoni Devor and Ryan Ulbrich outline potential solutions for both donors and nonprofits. Learn how to better navigate and access these reimbursement-based government grants to continue maximizing your impact. Read more here: https://ow.ly/so3M50RF1fY

Chasing Success: the Challenge for Nonprofits calls for improved collaboration among nonprofit programs and for strengthened community systems, including more cooperative thinking and action not only among those funding and implementing programs but also among those setting policy, conducting research and engaging communities as partners in change. Today, far too often, nonprofit programs compete for resources and visibility--- without a focus on cooperation and the funding to sustain collaboration, there could be good programs but not the centrality to take what has been learned, scale the initiative and serve more people---with quality and validated outcomes. Interdisciplinary partners could include, for example, business schools, community leaders, political scientists and housing experts based upon the problem that the organization is trying to solve--the content of the work will provide guidance.

According to AmeriCorps, effective volunteer management and engagement strategies are essential for nonprofits. https://ow.ly/xVYa50QHjgO Help invest in your volunteers AND create stronger nonprofits through the Jersey Cares' Volunteer Engagement Consulting Program. To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/J3ga50QHjgP #VolunteerEngagement #CommunityImpact #VolunteerManagement #NonprofitCapacity

🌼🌻🌞 Spring is in full bloom, and what better way to embrace the season of renewal than by giving back to our beautiful community? In our latest blog post, "Spring into Collective Action at These Kansas City Nonprofits," we highlight three incredible organizations where you can make a meaningful impact this season. Check it out to learn more about how you can get involved. 🔗 https://ow.ly/nL6C50RBSxt