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People often don't realize that preschoolers can face the same structural and cultural inequities as their parents. Did you know that across the country, Black boys are disenrolled from preschool programs at a rate three times higher than their peers? Or that disenrolled preschoolers are ten times more likely to grow into teenagers who drop out of high school or become incarcerated? It was with these troubling statistics in mind that we applied to the York County Community Foundation to receive their Racial Equity Grant. With these funds we're able to incorporate the evidence-based best practices which work to correct these unacceptable inequities and create a York County where even our youngest citizens can thrive.

According to a recent study by Fidelity Charitable, parents believe philanthropy is tied to values, and values that are passed down create legacy of family giving. In fact, 81% of parents who give say their children have participated in giving activities within the last year. Discover more about parenting and giving in Fidelity Charitable’s study: https://ow.ly/2U6f50QluG1

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Insight Alert! Check out my latest blog post via Home Grown. It delves into the intricacies of building a healthy relationship between Home-Based Providers and potential Funders. Learn invaluable tips on fostering equal and mutually beneficial #partnerships.   “If this is how people treat you when they give you grant money, I don’t want it.” These words, spoken by a family child care provider, highlight the challenges faced by many in navigating funding relationships. Discover how to overcome these obstacles and establish successful collaborations.   Read the full blog post now: https://lnkd.in/erjftK_J.   #HomeBasedProviders #FundraisingTips #NonprofitLeadership #CommunityEngagement #HealthyPartnerships

🌟 Help Grow More Family Villages! 🌟 Hey everyone! I’m thrilled to share an exciting opportunity to support a cause close to my heart. The Family Village Foundation (FVF) founded by my wife, Melanie Piazza, is launching a fundraising campaign, and they need your help! 🤗 https://lnkd.in/gfE_XK4S What is The Family Village Foundation? FVF is the fundraising arm of Family Village, a unique cooperative blending childcare, coworking, and community. It's a place where moms of young kids find the resources to thrive - financially, socially, and psychologically. Family Village stands as a testament to the belief that raising kids should be a community effort, not just a parental one. And guess what? FVF is proudly supported by the Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501c3 organization. Why Should You Contribute to FVF? While Family Village is self-sustaining through family memberships, your donations are the key to expanding their impact. Here's what your generous contribution empowers FVF to do: • Subsidize Memberships: They want to ensure their services are accessible to families facing systematic challenges. • Expand Their Reach: Your support helps them secure the capital needed to plant more Family Villages in communities craving their services. • Maintain Stability: In a world of economic ups and downs, your donations help FVF buffer against market fluctuations without putting extra strain on the parents they serve. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Family Village By the Numbers: • 5 Years of nurturing communities • Over 250 Families served • 85+ Active Families enjoying FVF services • 2 Locations in Colorado, with more on the horizon • A dedicated team of 13+ Employees • An impressive 264% Growth in membership • Generated over $500,000 in capital Let's Make a Difference Together! Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. By supporting FVF, you're not just donating to a cause; you're investing in families, communities, and a brighter future for our kids. 👉 DONATE NOW and be part of this amazing journey! Let's spread the joy and support of Family Village far and wide. Together, we can make a world of difference! 🌍💚👨👩👧👦 https://lnkd.in/gfE_XK4S #FamilyVillage #CommunityGrowth #EmpowerFamilies #DonateToday #d

Insight Alert! Check out my latest blog post. It delves into the intricacies of building a healthy relationship between Home-Based Providers and potential Funders. Learn invaluable tips on fostering equal and mutually beneficial #partnerships.   “If this is how people treat you when they give you grant money, I don’t want it.” These words, spoken by a family child care provider, highlight the challenges faced by many in navigating funding relationships. Discover how to overcome these obstacles and establish successful collaborations.   Read the full blog post now: https://lnkd.in/esKwYGnr.   #HomeBasedProviders #FundraisingTips #NonprofitLeadership #CommunityEngagement #HealthyPartnerships

thanks Paul Yeghiayan, CFRE, CSPG for the comment and post. As you note, there is a multi-generation opportunity here. Most people call it Family. But for most nonprofits, the issue of deceased donors has been a matter of administrative housekeeping—keeping mailing lists clean by suppressing the names and addresses of those who have passed away. Or quickly checking office notes or the CRM to see if they’re in store for a bequest. But what about paying respects long before before a loyal donor dies? And alerting the donor’s friends and family to a life of commitment and encourage them to continue this tradition of involvement with our organizations? Family. It’s a word we all understand. A bond we can’t shake off, even if we wanted to. These families, they’re part of our community too. The 30-year-olds, unaware of their parents' contributions, uninvolved until the direct mail shows up with a deceased parent’s name still on it. It’s a reality we see too often. It’s a wake-up call. Charities often focus on Donor Advised Funds, Legacies, Honor and Memorial Gifts as the conventional practices; quite correctly. But what if we went further? What about organizing family days, requesting photos from the donors and their families to create a shared history? Or even better, sharing photos with the family of what Mom or Dad’s gift made possible. What if we didn’t wait for donors to die? What if we involved the families now? Brought them into the fold with recognition and thanks that reached across generations? It’s not just about holding on to what we have; it’s about building. About creating a continuum that outlasts us all.

📈 We are launching our third Trends in Family Philanthropy Report. The survey is now open and can be completed by those involved in family philanthropy—primarily family board, donors, or executive staff members. What is the Trends Report? It ✅ is conducted every five years by NCFP ✅ identifies emerging issues and shifts in funding priorities and governance practices across family philanthropy ✅ ultimately, aims to equip donors with data they can apply to their decision making. Learn more and take the survey below.

Our soon-to-be Gift of Adoption - Utah Chapter needs your help. We have met the fundraising thresholds to become a full-fledged chapter. Allowing us to provide targeted adoption resources to Utah families. We just need to meet a threshold for donors. You can help us meet this threshold, by even donating $1. You can of course give more 😉 100% of your donation will stay in Utah to support adoptions - which I know from currently trying to go through the process are pricey. Oh and did I mention it is tax deductible 😁 w/ Jeffery Bray, MBA, NACD.DC, CHC, SHRM-SCP; Gift of Adoption Fund https://lnkd.in/eJbu-fHF

Nonprofits need to honor aging donors, involve their families, and build connections spanning generations. It's not just about maintaining a donor list but fostering a sense of belonging and continuity. How is your nonprofit honoring donors and their families' legacy?