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Candid Learning for Funders is a free service of @CandidDotOrg that shares practical wisdom in #philanthropy for funders worldwide.

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Candid@CandidDotOrg24 Aug 2023
If you're curious to see who is sharing demographic data with Candid, check out our dashboard. It allows you to access and search for demographic information on U.S. nonprofits and foundations. public.tableau.com/app/profi…

Demographics via Candid Dashboard

Demographics via Candid dashboard

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WINGS@wings_info14 Aug 2023
“Awareness of the critical relationship between #ClimateChange and natural disasters, and that to address one means engaging with both, is a crucial test for the philanthropy sector”, @dxmatz, @CandidDotOrg. Read more: ow.ly/CjeI50PtIKt #PhilanthropyForClimate
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Candid@CandidDotOrg31 Jul 2023
Don’t miss your chance to help shape the way we organize data. Because you are part of the social sector, and our classification system is meant to reflect all of us. Proposed changes are open for review through Aug 5. blog.candid.org/post/open-fo…
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Candid@CandidDotOrg2 Aug 2023
A decade ago, natural disaster relief was seen as separate from climate change. Today, the two challenges are intertwined. Daniel Matz, contributing editor at @pndblog, shares how climate change action is the new face of natural disaster relief. blog.candid.org/post/climate…
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Candid@CandidDotOrg10 Jul 2023
Join us this Thursday, July 13, at 2 p.m. ET, to learn how to add demographic data directly into your systems with Candid’s free Demographics API. Register now: candid.zoom.us/webinar/regis…
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Candid@CandidDotOrg30 Jun 2023
"For funders and grantees alike, gathering and disseminating accurate and current demographic data about our organizations is essential to improving equity in our work." @ArchstoneFdn shares why they are a Demographics via Candid partner. archstone.org/blog/why-funde…

Why Funders and Grantees Should Take a ‘Candid’ Look at Their Own Diversity - Archstone Foundation

Demographics via Candid can help philanthropies gather data to inform their equity strategies. Learn how we're using it to ensure the programs we fund reflect the rich diversity of the communities we...

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Candid@CandidDotOrg28 Jun 2023
The climate crisis makes headlines daily. Yet, it can be overwhelming to donors. @_adosunmu, campaign manager for @donorsofcolor Climate Funders Justice Pledge, shares how the initiative grows support for groups that historically lacked access to funding. blog.candid.org/post/climate…
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Candid@CandidDotOrg28 Jun 2023
Funders, you can now integrate demographic data into your grants systems for free. Join us on July 13 at 2 p.m. ET to learn how Candid’s Demographics API works. Register now: candid.zoom.us/webinar/regis…
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Candid@CandidDotOrg6 Jun 2023
Join us this Thursday at 2 p.m. ET! Kelly Brown of @ViewpointConsul and Laia Grino of Candid will share the common demographic questions included and recent changes. Register now: candid.zoom.us/webinar/regis…
Updating Candid’s demographic questions: why, how, and what’s new? Wednesday, June 8, 2 p.m. ET Featuring Kelly Brown and Laia Grino.

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Candid@CandidDotOrg5 Jun 2023
We need your help. Candid is updating the system we use for organizing data in a way that makes it useful for you. This classification system should reflect the sector. As part of the sector, we encourage you to comment on proposed changes thru Aug 5. blog.candid.org/post/open-fo…
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MDC@MDCinc1 Jun 2023
MDC President John Simpkins and @CandidDotOrg CEO Ann Mei Chang recently published Action Steps to Grow Climate-Driven Philanthropy in Rural Communities. Read the full op-ed here: nonprofitquarterly.org/actio…
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Rusty Stahl@rustystahl24 May 2023
Next up on @FundThePeople Podcast, I talk w/ Kenneth Jones, MacArthur Foundation @macfound Snr VP & COO. Keep an ear open in your podcast feed! It’s our season finalé & the 4th installment of our special series, Smashing the Overhead Myth Once & For All! – at Beacon, NY
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Nonprofit Quarterly@npquarterly22 May 2023
“Funders…are uniquely positioned to experiment with expanded giving strategies and pools to acknowledge the full impacts of the climate change crisis on people of color living in rural communities.” –@annmei of @CandidDotOrg & John Simpkins of @MDCinc. bit.ly/3ohzBTB

Action Steps to Grow Climate-Driven Philanthropy in Rural Communities | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic...

Steps funders can take to diversify their portfolios and support rural communities facing climate change.

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Candid@CandidDotOrg17 May 2023
"Everybody talks about equity...but if you don’t have any idea where you stand, you can’t track your progress." -@AnnMei, CEO of Candid Learn what people are saying about Demographics via Candid: candid.org/about/partners/de…
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Candid@CandidDotOrg15 May 2023
Did you spot Candid CEO @AnnMei's quote at #PEAK2023? "Innovating comes from the unexpected, from bringing disparate perspectives together, from casting a wide net."
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Candid@CandidDotOrg11 May 2023
What is in the demographic section on a Candid nonprofit profile? Join us on June 8 at 2 p.m. ET to find out. Kelly Brown of @@ViewpointConsul and Laia Grino of Candid will share the common demographic questions included and recent changes. RSVP now: candid.zoom.us/webinar/regis…
Updating Candid’s demographic questions: why, how, and what’s new? Wednesday, June 8, 2 p.m. ET Featuring Kelly Brown and Laia Grino.

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Candid@CandidDotOrg26 Apr 2023
What demographic questions do funders ask nonprofits about their staff? And what benefits can nonprofits get from answering them? Join us on June 8, 2 p.m. ET. to get these answers and more with Kelly Brown, @ViewpointConsul. Register now: candid.zoom.us/webinar/regis…
Updating Candid’s demographic questions: why, how, and what’s new? Wednesday, June 8, 2 p.m. ET Featuring: Kelly Brown, CEO and Founder of Viewpoint Consulting Laia Griño, Director of Data Discovery at Candid

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Candid@CandidDotOrg19 Apr 2023
For many in philanthropy, the #ClimateCrisis can feel complex + enormous. How can funders make progress? In this video blog, Erin Rogers of The Hive Fund for Climate and Gender Justice shares three approaches to better support #ClimateJustice orgs. blog.candid.org/post/the-hiv…
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Candid@CandidDotOrg3 Apr 2023
Get the resources and training you need to do good, without the fees. Nearly all Candid's trainings are now free. Start learning today: learning.candid.org/
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Candid@CandidDotOrg24 Mar 2023
Enjoy free books by and about women and philanthropy for #WomensHistoryMonth. Available at candid.overdrive.com.
Women's history month. Enjoy books by and about women, now or any time of the year. Borrow free eBooks anytime and from any where. Covers of the three featured books are shown.

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