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If you're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, you can get started right now at NHGives.org. We're also hosting workshops and webinars if you want to learn more.

Latest News
U.S. Senators Thune & Wyden Introduce CHARITY Act

Senators John Thune (R - SD) and Ron Wyden (D - OR) introduced the "Charities Helping Americas Regularly Throughout the Year Act", which would make changes to donor advised funds, foundation excise tax rates, the volunteer mileage reimbursement rate and more.

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Do you know an exceptional individual or organization in your community?

Trophy If so, take a minute and nominate them for a Nonprofit Impact Award!

Help us celebrate the people and organization who commit to the common good as part of their life's journey. The awards will be presented at Nonprofit Impact Night in Manchester on May 23.

The deadline for nominations is 5:00 PM on Friday, April 29.

Submit Your Nomination Today!


Nonprofit Impact Night
Monday, May 23, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Executive Court, Manchester

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Tools & Resources
10 Signs Your Small Nonprofit Excels at Social Media

Nonprofit Tech for Good shares the ten habits of successful nonprofit social media profiles.

Risk Management Report a Must-Read for Nonprofit Boards and Execs

Nonprofit Quarterly looks at a recently released report on the closure of New York's FEGS.

Interactive Data on Online Giving

The Chronicle of Philanthropy and Network for Good partnered to produce an interactive visualization of online giving data that includes demographics and regional data on a zip code level.

Make it Rain: Tips and Tricks for Nonprofit Crowdfunding Success

The latest post on Beth's Blog shares this great guide about nonprofit crowdfunding, which includes case studies and and advice from experts, from Social Misfits Media.

Excellence in Governance Certificate Program

Saint Anselm College The first session of our three-part series on nonprofit board ethics and excellence, presented in partnership with Saint Anselm College, begins next week!
Register before April 19 and you can attend all three session in the series for only $60!

Governing in the 21st Century: Ethics & Accountability in the Boardroom
Friday, April 22, from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM
NH Institute of Politics at Saint Anselm College

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Thought Provoking Articles
No Exit: The Case for Nonprofit Holding Companies

Could the holding company model be applied to  the nonprofit sector? Andrew Stern writes in the Stanford Social Innovation Review on how this organizational structure from the for-profit world could help mitigate the risks of growth and increase nonprofit access to capital.

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Why Nonprofits Need  to Give Workers a Sense of Purpose

Aaron Hurst, author of The Purpose Economy, explains why instilling a sense of purpose in employees is critical for nonprofits, and how focusing on closing the "purpose gap" will move nonprofits beyond the wage gap.

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Are you obeying the 10 commandments of nonprofit social media?

Find out at our free webinar on April 27, presented by nonprofit marketing and technology expert Jay Wilkinson of Firespring, which cover:
  • how to use Facebook to create awareness for your organization
  • how to create a blog for your nonprofit and maintain it long-term
  • the importance of an engaging website as the foundation for your online efforts
Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits
Wednesday, April 27, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

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United Way SECC Contributor Guide

Granite United Way is currently preparing their 2016 State Employee's Charitable Campaign (SECC) Contributor Guide.

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Find out how our members saved more than $200K on unemployment last year!

UST. Save Money. Build Assets.Does your nonprofit have more 10+ employees? Then join us on June 22 to hear from Donna Groh, Executive Director of the Unemployment Services Trust, about how UST's holistic program can help your nonprofit with your unemployment claims.

Unemployment & HR Liability Control 101
Wednesday, June 22, from 12:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Common Man Concord

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