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During this time of year, the focus shifts from engaging children and young adults in outdoor activities to academic and extracurricular activities. Funding reductions and budget cuts have profoundly impacted nonprofits nationwide, and academic organizations are no exception. As arts, music and sports programs face potential elimination, parents have found ways to support these programs…

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While relaxation may be on the minds of many come summer, nonprofits catering to the needs of millions do not stop their operations. For these organizations July 1, or “7/1,” is a crucial date. It signifies the start of their fiscal year, which is tied to their budgeting operations, grant cycles and revenue cycles. This…

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Punxsutawney Phil may have seen his shadow, but six more weeks of winter will not stop spring sports from heating up. After two years of adapting to various health concerns and ensuring their compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recommendations, sports leagues are ready to mark the beginning of the season….

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Religious organizations help their communities in times of joy and struggle, especially during this time of year. Many have experienced struggles during the pandemic, but these challenging times have also strengthened religious faith. In fact, a quarter of Americans say their faith has grown, and the Associated Press reports that small houses of worship have increased…

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Support groups like Alcoholics/Narcotics Anonymous and men’s and women’s groups hold regular meetings necessary to the livelihood and recovery of millions of individuals, but these meetings, like many other events, were moved to a virtual platform during the pandemic. With a group like Alcoholics Anonymous having more than 1 million members in more than 61,000…

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As the world cautiously resumes “normal” operations, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) most recent guidelines, businesses are finally experiencing an uptick in production. After COVID-19 halted or limited operations, businesses everywhere are hopeful to get up and running as soon as possible. However, while for-profit businesses have only recently begun normal…

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Though many sports leagues throughout the U.S. have had to adapt to various health concerns and ensure their compliance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations, the warmer months mark the beginning of the season for many teams. Even with added precautions recommended by the CDC, sports participation naturally puts participants at risk…

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As we approach the beginning of a new year and reflect upon lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, the religious sector has shown that our willingness to adapt during times of crisis is crucial for success. The Associated Press reports that small houses of worship have increased their membership and giving during the pandemic by…

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COVID-19 has forced individuals and businesses to adapt to unfamiliar routines on what has felt like a daily basis. Nonprofit organizations, like most other businesses, entered 2020 with plans to maintain and expand their operations. Any proper business model would be prepared for minor losses, but no one could have predicted the nation’s shutdown. While…

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Nonprofit organizations, just like most other businesses, entered 2020 with plans to maintain and expand their operations. While any proper business model would be prepared for minor losses, no one could have predicted the nation’s shutdown. COVID-19 and its many implications have proven to be an unprecedented experience, causing medical emergencies, strict travel restrictions and…

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As spring and summer months approach, a resurgence in outdoor activity will soon follow. With all those who will participate in sports comes just as many spectators cheering them on from the sidelines. Parents everywhere will gather on fields to cheer on children participating in baseball, softball, lacrosse, track and field, flag football and tennis….

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The holiday spirit is upon us — and so is the desire to give back. Charitable giving traditionally reaches its height during the holiday season, with nonprofits experiencing a surge in their number of volunteers between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. “Giving Tuesday,” which occurs the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is a day dedicated to giving via…