See the world. Make it better.

Every year, more than ten million nonprofits move more than two trillion dollars around the world. Candid knows where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. Through research, collaboration, and training, Candid connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Candid’s data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants are the most comprehensive in the world. Foundation Center and GuideStar joined forces to become Candid, a 501c3. Find out more at candid.org


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There are a lot of misconceptions about nonprofits, especially now. What do you wish people understood better about your nonprofit?

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Over the past few months, nonprofits and funders have been trying to understand the impact of a potential loss of government grants.

Here is what know about the thousands of impacted nonprofits.

1 year ago | [YT] | 7

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Very small nonprofits don't get as much funding as their larger counterparts. Although very small nonprofits represented 60% of organizations we examined, they received only 0.4% of funding.

1 year ago | [YT] | 4

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Last week, Candid's team got together in NYC for a retreat, and this lovely group decided to spend the morning together exploring the pier.

What's your favorite place to explore in NYC?

1 year ago | [YT] | 2

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Nearly 60% of nonprofits have budgets under $50,000 and fill out much shorter Forms 990-N. Because of this, they often get left out by donors and researchers, making them an ‘invisible majority.’ Here is what we know.

1 year ago | [YT] | 5

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Fundraising may be up in terms of dollars gifted, but the number of donors has declined. This makes your repeat donors even more valuable.

Which of these strategies are you using to help retain donors?

1 year ago | [YT] | 2

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What is your favorite nonprofit conference to attend? Candid's team shows up at conferences around the U.S., and we'd love to say hi!

Our team attended AFP ICON last week. It was great to meet nonprofit folks from around the country.

1 year ago | [YT] | 4

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If its an option, do you give to charities when you're checking out at a store?

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

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With the uncertainty of government grant freezes and executive actions, many nonprofits are struggling with their funding. Here are three ways nonprofits facing federal funding shortages can get help (for free).

Head to blog.candid.org for details.

1 year ago | [YT] | 6

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About 1 in 10 Americans work for a nonprofit, making it one of the largest industries in the US.

1 year ago | [YT] | 3