Summarizing the Giving Trends from 2024 Philanthropy and giving changes throughout the years. Giving USA tracks the trends each year and their report from 2024 showed that people continued to practice charitable giving despite inflation. The focus for most people […]
It has been almost three months now that Hurricane Helene’s damaging wind and flood waters swept through Western North Carolina. Currently, there are hundreds of people living in tents and temporary housing while they wait for repairs and new construction […]
Giving Tuesday, held annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is a global day of giving back. It’s a time for individuals, businesses, and organizations to come together and make a positive impact on their communities and the world. Giving Tuesday […]
Impact giving is a philanthropic approach that emphasizes measurable outcomes and social change. Instead of simply donating to a cause, impact givers actively seek to understand the problem, identify effective solutions, and measure the results of their giving. Key Characteristics […]
While there isn’t a universal “standard practice” for nonprofits to research before giving donations, there are definitely best practices to ensure responsible giving that benefits both parties. Here’s a guide to keep in mind: Understanding the Other Nonprofit’s Needs: Mission […]
On Thursday, May 30, 2024, Red Nose Day will ramp up as its purpose is to fight childhood poverty. This will be the 10th year for the charity, and it is hoping to draw donations as it continues to bring […]
America has big donors and great wealth. The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently published a biggest donor list for 2023. Topping the list was Michael Bloomberg of New York. No other American gave more to charity than Bloomberg. The former NYC […]
Here are some best practices for private non-profit foundations to build strong partnerships with other organizations: Before the Partnership: Shared Mission and Values: Identify potential partners whose missions and values align with your foundation’s goals. This creates a strong foundation […]
In the 1930s, there were some racists laws that excluded certain people from renting places to live. At that time in Coronado, California, a man who was born into slavery in Kentucky named Gus Thompson, rented a house to the […]
After School All-Stars (ASAS) has been a valued partner with Mercy Lab Foundation since 2016. Some of the support from Mercy Lab has helped ASAS enhance the impact of the free, high quality academic and enrichment programs for students in […]