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VAT is probably one of the most difficult, challenging and complicated areas of undertaking any major #charity building project; and it is one that needs to be addressed and thought about early. My CAF Bank colleagues from Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) have worked with ttps://vatadvice.org/charities/ to bring together a fantastic starting guide to the issues that you will need to consider, which can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eSxFZeBN . If you know of a sector building project, it is well worth sharing it with them.

Dear development, INGOs, humanitarian, nonprofit and charities, have you truly and honestly acknowledge the power that the people in the community have before you start story gathering, filming or photographing participants in your projects? Rather than talking about power shifting when it comes to #ethicalstorytelling let’s take a step back and acknowledge the power that is already there. Those in community should be your partners in storytelling, their ideas and opinion should be respected and taking on board. This is how we will adequately create community impact for global development.

If you run a charity or are involved in fundraising you really need to see this! Traditional Fundraising Does NOT Address Todays Environment: Fundrasing Issues - Reality Suggest: * Major Donors are getting more wealthy * Annual Donors are giving less * Giving is down YoY compared to Inflation * Campaigns Goals not met * Gift Officer Turnover is more costly Join Us for a Fresh Approach Backed by Science, Big Data, AI and Wisdom * New Fundraising Leadership Priorites * Attract a New Breed of Gift Officers * Upskill your fundraising frontline team * Unique Approach to Major Gift Officer Aquistion * Exceed Campaign Goals * Convert More Annual Donors to Major Donors Join Us The New Science of Fundraising for 2024 February 15th 12-1 ET https://lnkd.in/eTqbiprK #fundraising #fundraisingstrategy #charity

From my experience in philanthropy and fundraising, the environment has drastically changed, even over the past couple of years. [Qualified] gift officers are harder to attract and retain for more than 18-24 months. Major gift donors are getting more wealthy, but it’s harder to reach them and get them to give more to your organization. You're not alone if you’re finding it difficult to navigate the new philanthropic landscape… everyone is having to adapt. Join me and the Sales Development Expert team on Feb 15 for a conversation on the science behind fundraising: https://lnkd.in/eTqbiprK We’ll take our 35 years of experience of working with sales and development teams and dive into elevating the fundraising profession to help nonprofits bring more gifts in the door.

IMPACT ALERT! You don't want to miss out on this! It's so easy for us to just focus on daily execution, deliverables, and timelines in the fast-paced world of a growing business. Another email, a slew of Teams messages, it seems to never stop. When I occasionally feel worn out by the grind, I take just a couple of minutes to watch the video linked in the page below to remind myself how much what we are doing matters. Not just in taking ITPartners+ to the next level, but to really go after our BHAG (Big Hairy Audacious Goal) of giving a million dollars a year to those that need it most. To be a part of life-changing impact. To help those who bring hope to the hopeless. THIS....THIS is what matters. When Kevin and the team at ITPartners+ met Dr. Betty we knew we had to get involved. As Kevin and I talked about it more I had a vision that many of you would want to get involved as well. The amount of response so far has been truly overwhelming, literally bringing tears to our eyes with gratitude. Even the smallest sacrifice (the equivalent of a Starbucks here) goes so far in Uganda, and with the matching ITPartners+ is offering at 2 to 1 it goes even further. So I encourage you to take 3 minutes out of your busy day, click through to watch this video, and consider partnering with us to do something that truly matters!

🌍 #GivingTuesday: A Unique Opportunity to Support Syria's Future with CCSD and GlobalGiving 🌍 As professionals and leaders committed to making a difference, we understand the power of collaboration and generosity. This #GivingTuesday, the Center for Civil Society and Democracy in Syria (CCSD) is proud to partner with GlobalGiving in a special fundraising effort. Our goal? To empower and strengthen civil society organizations in Syria, fostering a landscape where democracy and human rights thrive. 🔹 How You Can Make a Difference On November 28th, each donation made to CCSD via GlobalGiving will be proportionally matched, amplifying your impact. This #GivingTuesday, let's come together to support the resilience and growth of Syrian communities. ⏰ Timeframe for Maximum Impact The proportional matching starts at 12:00 AM and runs until 11:59 PM Eastern Time on November 28th. It's a 24-hour window of opportunity to make your contribution count for more. We invite you, our LinkedIn community, to join us in this impactful initiative. Whether you’re an individual, part of an organization, or a corporate leader, your support can bring about transformative change. 🔗 Our Campaign https://lnkd.in/duNvNTUA Let’s unite for Syria this #GivingTuesday and turn our collective aspirations into tangible support. #EmpowerSyria #GlobalGiving #CCSD #SocialImpact #CorporateSocialResponsibility #Philanthropy #CommunityDevelopment

Here's a thought for the day .. Helping homeless people to get access to accomodation services is as simple as having 1 meeting. Via meetmagic, you get to share your knowledge and network with global tech companies, and for your time we donate $300, which helps 1 person sleeping rough So just by having 1 meeting, sharing your knowledge and wisdom, 1 person will get access to accomodation. Could it get any easier to do good? 1. Register as a leader www.meetmagic.org and pick "Vinnies CEO Sleepout" as your charity 2. Host a virtual or physical catch up as often as you wish 3. Each meeting helps 1 person Vinnies CEO Sleepout

🌟 Empower. Thrive. Together. 🌟 At PSM Charity, we’re more than an organization; we’re a movement. Our mission is to ignite change in Central Uganda, touching the lives of women and children who face adversity head-on. Here’s how you can be part of this transformative journey. Empowerment begins with a single spark of belief 🌐 Learn more about our work: PSM Charity | NonProfit | Impact | #EmpowerThriveTogether #PSMCharity #ChangeMakers

📱From Screen Time to Green Time 🌿 In a world dominated by screens, young people are experiencing disconnection and isolation at an unprecedented level. Dalio Education released a report titled “CT’s Unspoken Crisis: Getting Young People Back on Track, A Study of Connecticut’s At-Risk and Disconnected Young People.” The numbers captured in this report are alarming. Young people face challenges we have yet to understand fully. Watch the video to learn more about what Outside Perspectives and our community of supporters are doing to be a part of the solution. If this solution resonates with you, GIVE NOW to help us reach our goal of raising $20,000 this holiday season. Visit our website and click DONATE. #youthdevelopment #connectingyouth #disconnecttoreconnect #youthempowerment #youthleadership #ctoutdoors #ctnonprofit #nonprpfitorganization #outdoornonprofit #outdoorprograms #ctyouth #ctyouthprogram

To say it with Mariah: all we want for Christmas are your used laptops 🎁 In Flanders alone, 24.830 babies and toddlers grow up in poverty. And it's not getting better, 20 years ago it was half this number. The article in De Morgen is a shocker: https://lnkd.in/ej_TAVzB Help us support the 250 non-profit organizations in Belgium who help to improve the situation of youngsters and kids every single day. 💻 since our start Digital for Youth donated 22.500 laptops 🌎 by donating you also make a big environmental impact #kinderarmoede #gelijkekansen #sustainability