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Category Archives: FUNdraising Good Times
Fundraising Fundamentals
When it comes to raising money for a non-profit organization or institution the emphasis is often “this is how much money we need; who can we get it from?” That may be all well and good, but in most cases our response is “let’s take a moment to see if your fundamentals are in place.”
Come Support San Francisco’s Seniors
A next step in the dream for an Aging Campus in the San Francisco Bayview – Come out to support the development of much-needed housing and services for African American elders in the Bayview. Mark your calendar for Tuesday September 21st at 4:00pm and plan to attend the Redevelopment Commission Meeting at San Francisco’s City Hall, Room 416.
Faith in Action
If you are reading this after church, this blog is especially for you — because today’s issue is faith in action, the role of the church in the larger community. In years gone by the pastor’s preaching and personality, and the exuberance of the choir were enough to attract people to church and keep them
Would You Give Away 50 Percent?
By now you may have heard about The Giving Pledge. It is a movement started by Bill Gates and Warren Buffett to encourage other billionaires to pledge to give away at least 50% of their wealth. They want to encourage the richest people in the world to commit to charitable giving either while they are
Three Fundraising Workshops Not to Miss
Here are three upcoming workshops in the SF Bay Area that will help you raise money to better your community. Get out your pen and paper — or your iphone — and note the following dates so you can take advantage of these low-cost, high-quality learning and networking opportunities! 1. Apply now! If you need
Celebrate a New National Park
Sometimes a dream appears so big you wonder if it can come true. Here is our position: Believe that you can, and then bring together people who share your vision and are willing to contribute their talents, connections, time and money to make it happen. That’s how we got our newest national park and a
Keeping the Community in Community Foundations
Community foundations play a major role in communities across the country. They are a vehicle for organized giving that primarily benefits a specific geographic area. They bring together individual donors, local businesses, families, and others to pool their resources and make grants. Here is how the Austin Community Foundation defines what a community foundation is:
Community College Trends, Part Two
Last week Robert “Bobby” McDonald, a member of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors, talked with us about community college trends. This week he discusses the importance of fundraising by community colleges. Saad & Shaw – Why do community colleges need to engage in fundraising? McDonald –In 2008, California’s Community Colleges made history, when
Community College Trends
Community colleges play a vital role in educating people of all ages across our country. Enrollments are increasing as people look to gain new skills in our changing and challenging economy. Those seeking a four year degree are often beginning their educations at their local community college. They know they can receive quality education