National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP)’s Post

Nonprofits cannot make a difference without partners. In my latest piece on Forbes, "Playing The Long Game: How To Find The Right Partner For Your Nonprofit", I explore corporate partnerships with the potential to transform how we pursue our mission.

📈 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.

Growing Closer Together by Deborah Heiser, PhD Don’t just plant to grow older with your partner. Plan to grow closer.  Meaningful projects with your partner are powerful bonding experiences. Giving back is great. Giving back together is better. Subscribe now When you think of giving back, what comes to mind? For most, it is a personal endeavor involving volunteering, mentoring, or philanthropy. […] #boomers #babyboomers

🎉 Happy 25th Anniversary to the Family Resource Center in Eau Claire, Wisconsin! Their committed work in supporting single-parent families accentuates the much-neglected issue: affordable childcare and stable housing 🏡. Balancing household expenses, work duties, and parenting responsibilities on a single income is no easy task. Our community builders 🏗️, corporations, nonprofits, and philanthropic organizations can learn from the center's effective approach. This situation resonates deeply with #SingleParentsSupport, and it aligns with many corporations' social responsibility goals. The question is, are we doing enough? How can we turn housing developments into thriving communities that support all, especially single parents? 🤔 Just wrapping our heads around this issue isn't enough, action is needed 💪. We invite you to reach out 🤝 to us and learn how you can create a difference in people's lives. Visit us at https://lnkd.in/gvSp_HKx and follow 👉, like ❤️ our page to raise awareness about this issue. Remember, every like, comment, and follow helps us reach more people in need. Together, we can advance #CommunityDevelopment and build #AffordableHousing for all. Let's create #BuildingBetterFutures and make #ShreveportStrong together! #CBAHousing #HousingForAll #SupportSingleParents #ShreveportHousing #LouisianaCommunity #TogetherWeBuild

Do you ever wonder why housing affordability is a major concern for single parents like Melissa Woods 🤔? As a single parent, entrepreneur, and student at #GeorgiaNorthwesternTechnicalCollege, Woods epitomizes resilience. Yet, like many, she struggles to secure affordable housing while managing household expenses on a single income💔. It's a silent struggle that resonates across communities that we often overlook. But here's the twist. Imagine if corporations, philanthropic organizations, and local government officials targeted their CSR initiatives, policies, and philanthropic efforts towards enabling housing assistance for single parents🏠💡? Not just that, a ripple effect could inspire community leaders and residents to contribute to the cause. This is an opportunity for responsibility and change. Reflect on your organization's social goals. Ever considered supporting single parents' housing? Intrigued about how to make a difference? Visit https://lnkd.in/gvSp_HKx 📲. Don't forget to follow and like us👍, as every action of support helps spread the word and makes an impact🤝. Together, let's make a difference in our community. #HousingForAll #CBAHousing #SupportSingleParents #BuildingBetterFutures #LouisianaCommunity #ShreveportStrong #TogetherWeBuild #SupportSingleParents+ #CommunityDevelopment

Brightpoint's President and CEO Mike Shaver writes, "For nonprofits seeking sustainable change, the right partner is willing to invest in rigorously evaluating impact and scalability over time. When successful in our work together, our goal should be obsolescence with the intention to move our focus on to the next problem." Read Mike's latest Forbes article below on how nonprofits attract the right corporate partners for long-term solutions, which starts with turning our own focus to evaluating impact instead of pulling heartstrings for short term support. #nonprofits #chicago #socialservices #NGOs #childhealth #thrivingfatherandfamilies #fatherhood #Brightpoint #BrightpintformerlyChildrensHomeandAid #Thrivingfamilies #StrongChildren #BoeingInspires #BoeingPartnership

"For us, giving is more than just a financial transaction, it’s an investment of love and resources." That is why our #LatinoGivingCircleNetwork harnesses our collective power to address funding gaps to create lasting change for Latino-led nonprofits. Read about how giving circles facilitate meaningful conversations, education, and decision-making while tackling socio-economic disparities in Anais Amaya, LGCN Director's article co-written by Sara Lomelin of Philanthropy Together in Alliance magazine. https://lnkd.in/gP4Wy3yn

The Generosity Commission recently released a report on the current status of giving and volunteering in America. One of the most striking trends is that volunteer hours and donations are increasing year over year... but with fewer volunteers and donors. Being deep in the nonprofit space, this gave us pause. How can we spark conversations with our currents donors to share the joy they find in being givers of their time/talent/treasure? How can we encourage more participation? What hurdles in people's lives do we need to acknowledge? Our modern world is hurried, rushed, and distracted. Budgets feel strained. Margin in schedules is thin, if nonexistent. God has called us to be generous, just as He's been wildly generous with us! We are even wired (see the recent brain research out there) to be generous. So, how can we remind others that on the other side of giving there is joy to be found? Here's the link to the report. If you have time, give it a read!

🌟 New Insights on the Power of Collective Giving! 🌟 A groundbreaking report from Philanthropy Together, titled “In Abundance: An Analysis of the Thriving Landscape of Collective Giving in the U.S.,” reveals the incredible impact of giving circles. Since 2017, nearly 4,000 groups have mobilized over 370,000 philanthropists to direct more than $3.1 billion towards vital nonprofit efforts. This isn't just about money. It's about fostering community and democracy through inclusive, grassroots philanthropy. 🤝💖 📈 Key highlights: Giving circles embed racial and ethnic equity, prioritizing support for marginalized communities. Participants are significantly engaged in civic activities, promoting social change and unity. On average, members stay involved for over seven years, creating lasting community bonds. "Collective giving is not just a side movement, it's a force to be reckoned with." - Isis Krause, Chief Strategy Officer, Philanthropy Together. Let's celebrate how collective giving nurtures connections and empowers voices. Together, we are building a more democratic, engaged, and compassionate world. ✨ Read more about this inspiring movement and how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/ejQtrygE #Philanthropy #CommunityGiving #CivicEngagement #NonprofitSupport #TVNPA #TriValleyNonprofitAlliance #GivingCircles

Recent studies highlight an urgent issue: nearly one million Australian households, many run by single parents, struggle to secure sufficient food. This finding emphasizes the need for not just government support but also community engagement, corporate social responsibility, and affordable housing initiatives. 🏡 As a single parent, the challenges are manifold–from balancing professional demands with parenting duties to dealing with access to healthcare, education and career advancement 😣, and the stark reality of social isolation. Many organizations and businesses often overlook these issues. As part of our community, it's time we question 🤔: Are we doing enough? As businesses and organizations, we can extend our hands and hearts to provide more inclusive support. Ponder 🧐 over what your organization's charitable goals or social responsibilities are. Reflect on how you can step up, to provide that much-needed relief to these valiant single parents. A simple gesture such as a like, comment, or follow can raise awareness 📢 and reach more people who need our support. Let's rally behind our single parents by visiting https://lnkd.in/gvSp_HKx and exploring more about lending a helping hand. 👐 Follow and like us on social media to stay informed and to do your part.👍💌 Every little bit of support counts! #AffordableHousing #SingleParentsSupport #CommunityBuilders #ShreveportHousing #LouisianaCommunity #HousingForAll #CBAHousing #SupportSingleParents #