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1985’s Live Aid is seen worldwide as a historic example of global cooperation for a massive act of common good – but did you know it was a complete failure, impact wise? The vast majority of the money raised by the event was handed over to the Ethiopian government where it vanished into corruption and redirection, having barely any effect on the famine it was meant to be tackling. And yet, it is still remembered in the public consciousness as a huge success. Because we just look at the amount of money raised. We look at the wrong end of the equation. This, intentionally or not, is impact washing, and it happens on a much smaller scale all the time for the very simple reason that we don’t know how to measure social good. Instead of accurately measuring the real effects of an effort, we’ve historically tended to measure outputs, make a bunch of vague assumptions in the middle, and then come up with a number that looks good at the end based on very little relevance of the actual effects achieved. And, for a long time, this has mostly worked, particularly if you’re just measuring a one-off charitable donation or something similar. But for actually understanding and maximising the effects of your actions, you have to look deeper than “we donated X amount of money”. That’s what Impact Advantage does, we look at the equation from the other end. Social good should not be about justifying effort, it should be about determining how you achieve the impact you want to achieve as effectively as possible.

the organization must lead so that we can unite large NGOs to transform and generate continuous and not provisional opportunities. We are incurring unnecessary costs due to the lack of synergy. They are all important and can together enhance results. The NGO format for donations no longer fits. We need to establish permanent funds that guarantee not only a financial return to investors but also social gains.

Last year, investment into UK social impact exceeded £9 billion, despite the turbulent and uncertain economic circumstances of recent years. In 2024, our own data suggests more charities and social enterprises than ever before are exploring the use of repayable finance to diversify their income. However, it’s difficult for organisations to navigate such a complex and fast-moving space which involves so many acronyms and buzzwords. Check out Annie Constable's Ultimate Guide to Social Investment to cover the basics, as well as some signposting for where you can go to find out more ➡ https://lnkd.in/ephiVurD #SocialInvestment #SocialImpact #SocInv #SocialEnterprise #Charity

Are you a charity or social enterprise that is exploring the use of repayable finance to diversify your income? If the answer is 'YES' you should read this and then consider the Recovery Loan Fund: https://lnkd.in/ec3SK_dg

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday! 🌟 Amid unprecedented economic challenges, young people are leading the way to reshape the financial system and build a more inclusive economy. Your support for MyPath empowers them with the tools and opportunities they need to create lasting change. 💪✨ Donate today and invest in the future! https://lnkd.in/g95x7SSj #YouthPower #FinancialJustice

Now that you’ve secured funding, SO WHAT? NGOs often face several misconceptions about what it means to secure funding including how the money can be used and the frequency with which it will flow in. Reading these experiences pioneered by Emily Collins-Ellis was eye-opening and refreshing. Read more: https://lnkd.in/duQi5uKg Some of the experiences we liked included: 1. You will probably need to say no more than yes to how the money is spent or where it comes from. (Thanks to Dr. Daniela Lloyd-Williams) 2. You may still need to convince people internally about how to use funds - even after they have been secured. 3. Grant-makers are similar to fundraisers - it’s all about relationship management, raising and distributing funds. (Thanks to Alisha Pomells) What do you believe are the misconceptions about NGO funding and NGO Grantmaking? I.G. Advisors | Global Fund for Children | #GoodNightOut | civicfutures.org

The MicroLoan Foundation’s 24-hour Coachathon is just a few days away now, and I’m thrilled to be part of this incredible event which is raising funds to support women facing poverty to build businesses, and a better future for their families. 💫 On Wednesday 9th October, I’m offering 45-minute coaching sessions where we will work together to boost your confidence in public speaking – whether it’s for an upcoming public speaking event or just to feel more at ease when presenting in meetings. Do any of the following statements resonate with you? 👇 ➡️ You’ve got a big presentation or event coming up, and the nerves are starting to kick in. ➡️ You’re wondering how to feel truly prepared, calm, and in control. ➡️ You would love to work out how to connect with your audience in a more meaningful way. ➡️ You're not quite sure what your key message is yet or how to deliver it with impact. If this sounds like you, I would love to have a conversation and work alongside you on your journey to becoming a more confident speaker. One coaching session costs £50, which is directly donated to MicroLoan Foundation. 👉 Here's what it would mean: - One woman in Malawi, Zambia or Zimbabwe will have the opportunity to build her own business - She will be independent, and have agency and control over her own life - She will be able to afford food, clothes and healthcare for her family - Her children can stay in school, so they can achieve their dreams 👉 Ready to book your session? Check the comments below for the link to sign up.

These roles might include heading households, supporting their families financially and having children. This can limit adolescents’ access to programs and services, including schooling and health care, and put them in situations that they are unprepared for developmentally. This may also cause tensions between adolescents and adults. Adults may be concerned about the ways in which adolescents are challenging traditional roles or see them as troublemakers. Adolescents may also become isolated during humanitarian situations as their family and work responsibilities increase and they spend less time in school or other places where they can interact with friends. Girls in particular may be kept indoors by family members concerned for their safety and/or damage to their honor. #URM #staff #training #familyreunification #AtPromiseYouthSolutions #Houston #Texas #trailblazer #fostercare #fosteringsaveslives #fosterparents #fostering #fosterlove #fosterfamily #fostercareawareness #fosteringsaveslives #nonprofit #fosterkids #fosterchildren #GregBoyle #lovewhatyoudo #WomeninBusiness #momtrepreneur #DreamBig #AtRiskYouth #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur

*Looking for a Fourth Trustee - Can you help?* Hello Linkedin Contacts! I am reaching out because I’m in the process of setting up a charity called the J-P Fund - https://lnkd.in/gyEf-25C The fund started 10 years ago when I met Jean-Paul and Mama Jaqueline, and it has been run by myself and a friend in Rwanda, Erina (pictured), ever since. Our mission is to support a small community in Western Rwanda, which started specifically with Jaqueline, who 10 years ago adopted J-P and it has expanded ever since. We provide monthly financial support that has significantly improved their quality of life by enabling her to build a safe home, support her extended family's education, ensure access to healthcare, and help her dream of projects that promote self-sufficiency for the future. We are currently looking for a fourth trustee to join our small team (of 3). Ideally, we are hoping to find someone with experience in starting or running a charity, or who has corporate experience e.g a lawyer, managing a fund or has worked and/or from Rwanda or East Africa. As a trustee you would be developing yourself as a social leader and share your skills to a really impactful project. It’s not a huge time commitment; most of the help is needed during the setup phase. After that, we would meet 2-4 times a year. The world is filled with many inequalities, and I believe a small fund like this can create a tiny bit of balance. It has already proven to be a successful concept, and the hope is to develop a strategy for self-sufficiency plus providing mentorship and educational support for community healthcare professionals serving disabled children in remote villages in the region J-P lives. What sets this fund apart is that we have been running it for 10 years without any external costs and have empowered Jaqueline to fully make decisions on how the money is spent, as a result the fund expanded into her own community organically. Erina has provided the local support while I have been the international support with the financial help of my network. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, or if you know someone who would be a great fit, I would love to chat more about it. Thank you so much for considering this, and sending love into the online space. Tas xx

#Almawaddah_association for Family Development contributed until the third quarter of 2024 to creating a deeper impact for more than 59 thousand beneficiaries through more than 101 thousand services through its various development initiatives. In terms of institutional performance, Almawaddah achieved 100% in applying governance standards, with an average operational performance of 91% and a stakeholder satisfaction rate of 92%, while the response rate through the Guest Care Center reached 88%. In terms of financial performance, the percentage of expenses on charitable and development programs and projects reached 91.40%, while general and administrative operating expenses reached 8.60%, and the percentage of social investment return to total revenues reached 2%.