The Foundation Center has developed a new online feature, "Focus on the Economic Crisis", which provides a wide array of resources to help nonprofits and foundations alike as they face the challenges of an unstable economy.
This is the latest in a series of web features offering easily accessible information on specific topics and current events as they relate to the field of philanthropy. It includes:
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an easy-to-use, interactive "MapShot" that shows the geographic locations, giving, and assets of U.S. community foundations, which are a vital source of local assistance for communities across the nation
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Foundation Center research advisories that examine foundation giving trends in prior recessions and times of economic distress, with perspectives on the current crisis and its potential impact
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commentary by thought leaders in the field and a roundup of news on philanthropy and the economy from Philanthropy News Digest
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links to training classes to help grantseekers become better fundraisers in an increasingly competitive environment
Nearly every day for the next two weeks, we will have free classes on grantseeking and related topics for nonprofits to learn and sharpen their abilities so they can get through these uncertain economic times. Please see our Events Calendar for more information and to register.
For local insights on the economic crisis, see Georgia Center for Nonprofits (GCN)'s "Tools for Managing & Governing Through Tough Times", which includes:
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podcast interviews with local foundation and nonprofit leaders, like Russ Hardin, president of the Robert W. Woodruff Foundation
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classes, programs, and networking events at GCN
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recent news and articles on fundraising and development; management, finance, and governance; and professional development
What would you like to learn more about to help your organization navigate this current economy? Let us know in the comments section below.
Sandy Pon, Reference Librarian, Foundation Center-Atlanta
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