Money is a constant topic of conversation among non- profit leaders: How much do we need? Where can we find it? Why isn’t there more of it? In tough economic times, these types of questions become more frequent and pressing. Unfortunately, the answers are not readily available. That’s because nonprofit leaders are much more sophis- ticated about creating programs than they are about funding their organizations, and philanthropists often struggle to understand the impact (and limitations) of their donations. There are consequences to this financial fuzziness. When nonprofits and funding sources are not well matched, money doesn’t flow to the areas where it will
do the greatest good.
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Ten Nonprofit Funding Models
December 11th, 2009 
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Grants For Non- Profit Organisations
August 23rd, 2009 admin There is no doubt about the fact that businesses are for gaining profit to distribute the same to the owners and stockholders but there are businesses broadening their horizon towards the expansion without profit motive.
Not for profit or nonprofit businesses fall under the category trade associations, charitable organizations, social clubs, government, as well as political groups etc.
People who share common goals or common businesses or follow the same social ventures form these organizations or groups whatsoever.
Any organization or group showing their initiative for non-profitable ventures like development purpose or which are involved in social or religious activities for the upliftment of minorities, disabled, mentally challenged citizens or even women have always been given due priority by the Government of America with the special provision of grants for them.
Social Media Provide Untapped Opportunity to Engage High Dollar Non-profit Donors
August 21st, 2009 admin The social web offers a welcome place for individual philanthropic activity. New research funded by the Columbus Foundation, The San Francisco Foundation and The Saint Paul Foundation demonstrates that High dollar donors — especially 30-49 year-olds — use the social web, but have yet to be engaged by strong, trustworthy philanthropic organizations. This was among the key findings of the new research study, “Community Philanthropy 2.0,” conducted by Beth Kanter, Society for New Communications Research Fellow Geoff Livingston, and Qui Diaz of CRT/tanaka.
The Community Philanthropy 2.0 research study examined the use of social media by non-profits and causes, as well as existing donors and Internet “savvy” users’ traditional and social media usage patterns. The research was designed to determine if and how social media can be used to engage and cultivate high dollar donors. Objectives of the research included.
20 Ways to Change the World in Only 15 Minutes a Day
August 20th, 2009 admin We know, we know: you really want to get more involved in changing the world, but you just can’t ever seem to find the time. The kids need chauffeuring, the house needs cleaning, and the refrigerator is astonishingly empty again already. And don’t we know there’s a recession going on, for Pete’s sake?!
Yes, all of the above may be true. But it doesn’t mean you can’t carve out just 15 minutes a day to be a better citizen of the planet — forego a couple of TV shows per week, set a timer to cut your Facebook and/or Twittersessions by 15 minutes, or curtail that long hot shower habit. If you can find just a small amount of time per day, you can give back to your local or global community in a way that can reap benefits to your mood and psyche that far outweigh the time you’ve “given up” from another hobby or habit
via mashable.com
Funding of NGO’s
August 18th, 2009 admin Funding and Fund raising: Remember money does not grow on trees. Even if a ‘donation’ is made to a programme or activity, it is done with an objective in mind – sometimes simply to get good karma. Read more one funding page.
Social Networking in Plain English
August 18th, 2009 admin Social networking is one of the most important things for any NGO, for recruiting new members and get sponsors.
NGO’s cautioned against misappropriation of funds
August 17th, 2009 admin A Director at the Ghana Aids Commission, Atuahene Kyeremeh has warned that any Non-governmental Organization (NGO) or agency that misappropriates funds given to it by the commission will be made to face the law.
He said the commission has instituted measures to strengthen its monitoring and evaluation functions to ensure the effective utilization of funds meant for the combat of HIV/ AIDS in the country.
Mr. Kyeremah was speaking at the Central Regional HIV/AIDS, mid year review meeting at Cape Coast.
via gbcghana.com
