Ted Wills, MBA

🎉🎉The Examination is #Hiring📢📢 We are seeking to #recruit a new Director of Development! The Director of Development will cultivate and steward a diverse array of individual and institutional donors and will serve as a key thought partner in crafting fundraising strategy and systems/processes. They will bring a lens towards nonprofit fundraising, and a passion for The Examination's mission to prevent global health threats and empower vulnerable communities. A link to a full job description and application can be found here. https://lnkd.in/eFBjAaGh About The Examination The Examination produces fearless journalism for a healthier world, investigating health threats and empowering communities, covering tobacco, big food, pollution and more. Through our research and journalism, the Examination has been able to elevate concerns like increased smoking rates in parts of Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East, escalating obesity epidemic in Latin America and Africa and its causes, global air pollution, and how the risks resulting from these issues are most concentrated among the poor. The goal is not only to elevate global health risks, but to get this information to individuals and groups that can advocate for and facilitate change. Learn more about The Examination here. https://lnkd.in/gV8WZg69

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#ICYMI: The Grantmakers for Effective Organizations #GEO2024 Conference was a thoughtful and insightful event with engaging plenaries and breakout sessions. Learn more about how we can transform philanthropic culture and practice. https://ow.ly/MeQK50SfXXZ

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Announcing the release of our inaugural federal policy agenda! Featuring bold recommendations for Congress and the Administration, this agenda aims to improve systems for all youth ages 5 to 24, focusing on these key areas: - Positive Youth Development - Continuous Quality Improvement - Data Collection & Accountability - Increased Investments in Youth Programs Learn more and join the conversation! https://lnkd.in/gGCpgUaC #PositiveYouthDevelopment #YouthPrograms #YouthPolicy

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How can the UN tackle declining contributions from key donors? This Thursday, John Hendra will present his in-depth analysis on this pressing issue in his article, ‘Reductions, Reallocations, and Replenishments – Will this be the year of the big squeeze on the UN Development System?’, during the virtual launch of the 'Financing the UNDS 2024: Resourcing the Future'. Read the article here: https://shorturl.at/fzmXf And don't forget to register to join the live discussion: https://lnkd.in/dgfj-Z2j UN Multi-Partner Trust Fund Office OECD - OCDE #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalChallenges #UNFinance #FinancingTheFuture

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The Impact of Logic Models on Nonprofit Grant Writing 💡 In nonprofit grant writing, logic models are essential for securing funding. They provide a strategic framework for demonstrating impact and aligning resources with desired outcomes. This article explores their vital role in enhancing credibility and achieving funding success for nonprofits! https://lnkd.in/eX5Q7UEs   --- #GrantWriting #LogicModels #GrantServices #NonprofitImpact #NonprofitConsulting #IMPACTability #MaximizeYourImpact #SoukupStrategicSolutions #NonprofitSuccess 

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#GrantSummit: Hybrid: Matthew Hanson, CGMS, GPC With the rapid changes in the federal grants landscape it is critical that we as Grant Professionals use our voices to advocate for real world solutions that build overall grants capacity. https://buff.ly/4bFZjEy #GrantPros #Grants #GrantAdvocates #Advocates

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Funding for Change: Breaking Down Barriers for Grassroots Organizations 80% of barriers faced by grassroots organizations when seeking funding are solvable! A recent CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation report highlights challenges including proposal writing and a lack of support for "less traditional" approaches. Donors and allies, how can WE do better? Join our LIVE conversation on Thursday, May 9th at 6 PM EST / 7 PM AST to discuss strategies for: 💡 Winning Strategies in Proposal Writing 💡 Real-World Insights 💡 Live Q&A Let's build a more equitable funding landscape together! #GrassrootsFunding #Collaboration #SocialChange #KainosConsulting #ResilienceInAction #ResourceMobilisation #ResourceManagement What barriers do you face in resource mobilisation? Drop them in the comments below!

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Did you know? 🤔 The United States spends almost $800 billion annually on K-12 education. #Data can help bring transparency to the complexities of school funding to help policymakers and the public understand funding changes and allocations. Learn how in this webinar with SAS and Carahsoft: https://lnkd.in/eZEb4YJv

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This guide covers three essential steps for nonprofit organizations to navigate the complexities of managing large grants with confidence and integrity. https://hubs.la/Q02GN8YY0

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Emergency planning is vital for maintaining business operations and preserving your institution's assets and collections. #dPlanArtsReady is here to help! This online tool supports arts and cultural organizations of all sizes and disciplines in preparing for emergencies. Learn more at dplan.org. #CulturalHeritage #DisasterPlan #DisasterPlanning #ReadinessPlanning #ReadinessResponse #EmergencyResponse #CollectionsCare

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