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🔑 Unlock the secrets to successful fundraising at our Connections Conference! 🎤 Val Hoey from Global Philanthropic Inc. (Canada) will lead participants through a workshop that will empower, inspire and get organizations ready to revolutionize their fundraising. You'll learn about the latest fundraising trends and dive into actionable insights, innovative strategies and case studies. #ABnonprofits #fundraising #funddevelopment

As an SME belonging to a charity, we couldn't achieve any of the things we do with our public sector clients without our amazing and hardworking team. That includes our board of directors, who give their time and expertise on a voluntary basis. In the first of a new series on our blog, Sally Bracegirdle chats to Anna Scott-Trimble, one of our non-executive directors, to find out more about her and what brought her to SocietyWorks. From global development and human rights, to journalism and user-centred design, Anna brings so much experience to SocietyWorks that helps us to provide the best possible service and technology to the councils and other public sector bodies we work with - we're very lucky to have her! A huge thank you to Anna for speaking to us and sharing her story! 🙏 There's a link to our conversation with Anna in the comments. 👇 Keep an eye out for more conversations coming up in 2025!

What does it mean to cultivate a legacy? At Africatown Community Land Trust (ACLT), this question has guided our mission since our establishment in 2016. It is rooted in the history, struggles, and triumphs of Seattle’s Black community. For us, cultivating a legacy means building more than a foundation—it’s about creating spaces where equity, ownership, and opportunity are not just ideas but everyday realities. Cultivating a legacy means honoring the rich stories and contributions of our community while laying the groundwork filled with the promise of a better, more sustainable future. It’s the reason behind spaces like Africatown Plaza, which centers Black families and and individuals. It’s the driving force of programs at the William Grose Center, fostering education, technology, and entrepreneurship. And it’s the heart of the work we do at Benu Community Home, offering not just shelter but dignity and hope for men rebuilding their lives. As we look ahead to a bold vision, we see a future where Seattle’s Black community is thriving and integral to the city’s success. But to make that future a reality, we need your help. This year’s End-of-Year Campaign - Cultivating Legacy, Together - aims to raise $500,000 to sustain and grow ACLT’s transformative projects and create even more opportunities for our communities Your contribution fuels progress hat sustains and enables growth. It ensures spaces like Africatown Plaza continue to thrive, expands programming at the William Grose Center, and supports culturally responsive services at Benu Community Home. It invests in a more inclusive Seattle where everyone benefits from the strength and vibrancy of a thriving Black community. Join us in cultivating a legacy that transforms lives and builds a brighter future for generations to come. Visit https://lnkd.in/gJvVJ4xq to give today and follow the stories of impact throughout this campaign by following us here on Linked In. For more in-depth stories and journey, be sure to sign up for the ACLT newsletter https://lnkd.in/g7MtJgNA Together, we can create a stronger, more equitable Seattle for all. #africatownclt #cultivatinglegacy #seattle #nonprofit

To commemorate #Juneteenth, we’ve rounded up a list of #grants and foundations working to support Black-led #nonprofits, Black and other historically marginalized communities, and organizations focused on #racialjustice and #equity. 1️⃣ BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective): BEAM aims to remove barriers to emotional healthcare for Black individuals through education, training, advocacy, and the arts. It offers grants like the Black Wellness Innovation Fund and the Parent Support Fund, supporting mental health and wellness initiatives nationwide. 2️⃣ Black Feminist Fund Black Feminist Fund: This fund supports Black feminist movements worldwide by providing core, long-term grants and solidarity initiatives. It focuses on groups led by Black women, girls, trans, and intersex people, promoting human rights and collective power. 3️⃣ Emergent Fund: The Emergent Fund provides rapid-response grants for frontline Black, Indigenous, and people of color-led organizations. It focuses on grassroots organizing, direct action, and power-building to combat discrimination and promote social and economic justice. ➡ Check out the full list on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eH_HNyVH #nonprofitfunding #grantfunding #fundraising #funding

5 places to find stories for your year-end appeal you might not have considered: 1. Staff or volunteer passion – Share why they’re deeply committed to your cause. 2. Shared experiences – Even if donors didn’t benefit directly from your programs, they can relate to similar experiences, like attending a camp, school, or community center. 3. Hidden impact – Highlight something most people take for granted but your organization consistently provides for beneficiaries. 4. Unexpected partnerships – Showcase how unique collaborations have amplified your reach. 5. Long-term donor testimonials – Feature stories from donors who’ve seen the lasting impact of their contributions. Have you started working on your appeal yet?

To transform how your community engages with you and your work, consider listening before you act.     In 2019 and 2020, Mission Partners served as the messaging and communications partner for NewsMatch—the largest grassroots fundraising campaign designed to support nonprofit news in the U.S. Through research, collaborative strategizing, and community listening, their fundraising goals exceeded the years prior despite the pandemic and politically charged attacks on the free press.     What might your community be trying to tell you that could drive your mission to new heights?    🔹Read more about our work with NewsMatch: https://lnkd.in/eXWx4tAX  🔹Learn more about how Mission Partners can help you build community engagement: https://lnkd.in/e-p458pc 

Sustain Pathways to Progress for Black Youth This Giving Tuesday!   At the CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals, we’ve made incredible strides this year, strengthening our foundation and expanding opportunities for Black youth across Canada.   85% of our program graduates remain employed long after completion—proof that investing in Black youth benefits not only individuals but also the broader economy.   Our 5-Year Strategic Plan focuses on deepening impact and stability. However, with program costs at $15,000 per participant, essential services like therapy, meals, and transportation remain underfunded.   This Giving Tuesday, we’re aiming to raise $150,000 to: 🔹 Sustain life-changing programs. 🔹 Support the next generation of leaders and innovators. 🔹 Ensure long-term success through our ambitious strategic plan.   Your contribution fuels the success, hope, and resilience of Black youth, creating opportunities that ripple across generations.   Will you join us in making this vision a reality? Donate Now!   Together, we can create lasting change. Let’s make this Giving Tuesday count.   #GivingTuesday #SupportBlackYouth #CareerOpportunities #BlackExcellence #EquityInAction #CEEPathways

What local issues do the nonprofit partners in Spur Local's 2024 Class work to address? Short answer: Everything! Many of these issues are inter-connected. This year's community-based organizations preserve and elevate stories of local history, equip the next generation to be engaged civic leaders, cultivate vibrant regional food systems, and directly provide services and support across our region. Together, they work holistically to make Greater Washington more equitable, reminding us that collaboration strengthens our collective impact. Read on to learn about our issue categories and visit https://lnkd.in/e3XcjUXw to see the full list of nonprofit partners in our new 2024 Class!

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