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Love seeing our hybrid and remote team together in person! Here are more highlights from our all-staff meetup in Philadelphia. 1. Visiting the Betsy Ross House 2. Trip to the Philadelphia's Magic Gardens 3. Vintage crawl, including Raxx Vintage Emporium 4. MuralArts walking tour 5. Visit to the LOVE statue

"For Black fundraisers, the work is often more than just a job; it’s deeply personal." Beth Leigh, Director of Development and Stewardship at Village of Wisdom, shares her tips for prioritizing well-being as a Black fundraiser. 1. Remember that rest is a form of resistance: Schedule regular breaks, set clear boundaries around your work hours, and honor your need to recharge. 2. Build your peer support network: Build or join peer support networks with other Black fundraisers who understand your unique challenges. 3. Advocate for unrestricted funding: Don’t be afraid to push back against inequitable grantmaking practices—if you have the capacity. 4. Know when to walk away: Walking away isn’t a sign of failure—it’s an act of self-preservation and opens opportunities that honor your values. 5. Leverage collective advocacy: Join with like-minded Black fundraisers and philanthropists to advocate for systemic change. 6. Practice boundaries: Overwork is a real risk in this space, especially with the added emotional labor of representing your community’s needs. Set firm boundaries with your colleagues and funders. 7. Seek restorative spaces: Prioritize time for wellness activities that help restoration—spending time in nature, meditating, exercising, or engaging in creative outlets. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eJXukQKY

More than 1 in 5 nonprofit employees nationwide are not able to make ends meet. Hardship doesn’t just exist among the communities we serve; it’s within our own workforce as well. Dr. Stephanie Hoopes of United for ALICE and Dr. Akilah Watkins of Independent Sector share how creating a better future for the communities we serve, starts by investing in our own workforce. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ea48RDeG

With your help, Candid was able to release an updated version of our Philanthropy Classification System (think of it like hashtags that make nonprofit data more searchable and usable). Learn how it went and what changed in this new article from Laia Grino and Shane Ward: https://lnkd.in/eAUXpY-T

Nebraska may be ranked 37th for population and 36th for number of nonprofits. But they receive generous funding.

Nearly 30% of all giving occurs at the end of the year. These articles will help you level up your GivingTuesday and year-end campaigns. 3 GivingTuesday strategies for year-end nonprofit fundraising by Celeste Flores and Samir Khan, GivingTuesday: https://lnkd.in/e9Gx2dfe Get ready for GivingTuesday with a cohesive digital campaign by Kate Meyers Emery, Ph.D., Candid: https://lnkd.in/egNT7mPS Five ways to level up your GivingTuesday campaign by Holly Rustick: https://lnkd.in/edNVTEr5 12 do’s and don’ts to plan a successful GivingTuesday campaign by Classy: https://lnkd.in/eYTQkcRf Fundraising beyond GivingTuesday: 5 tips to maximize year end giving by Krista Berry, Candid: https://lnkd.in/edfzcNgW Consider social media sharing as a form of generosity this GivingTuesday by Kate Meyers Emery, Ph.D., Candid and Promise Pitman, New Heights Communications: https://lnkd.in/eeFchAVk Crypto fundraising: diversifying donations for GivingTuesday by Alexis Miller, Endaoment: https://lnkd.in/e7UXUY79 Dollars and Change: What 8 years of giving data mean for fundraisers by Lakai Newman, Candid: https://lnkd.in/ezTKn8Wn 12 free nonprofit books to help you achieve year-end fundraising success by Melissa Pulis, Case Western Reserve University and Christy Rilette, Candid: https://lnkd.in/dVpS2Vcr Turn your season of giving into a season of gratitude by Krista Berry, Candid: https://lnkd.in/eKdGHjtP It’s Giving Season. Here’s how to donate wisely by Adia Colar, 23andMe: https://lnkd.in/d4VqSGX4

With giving and donor retention declining, standing out from the crowd isn't just about your mission or programs. The donor experience is what keeps them coming back.      Michelle Boggs, senior advisor for nonprofit fundraising and development at Classy, shares why the donor experience is so important and how to level yours up: https://lnkd.in/eENNkdHG

Help us test our first generative AI! Candid’s AI powered Letter of Intent writer helps fundraisers by generating document sections based on your project and your Candid nonprofit profile.   Learn more about this tool and what else we've got in store for you from Sonali Dhume, Shane Ward, and Alison Jannette: https://lnkd.in/eg4PccTK

Partnerships between for-profit companies and nonprofit organizations can benefit everyone. Katie Stearns of Points of Light shares four ways to make these relationships stronger. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ejBuGgFG

The Social Sector Impact Summit is waiting for you! 🌟 Don’t miss keynote speaker Ann Mei Chang, CEO of Candid, who brings invaluable insights from her deep experience across tech, government, and nonprofit sectors to inspire growth and innovation in the nonprofit world. Visit https://lnkd.in/gdbH8hxc to discover more speakers and sessions lined up for this year’s summit! #CNM #SocialImpactSummit #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact #ProfessionalDevelopment #NonprofitCommunity