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Grantmakers Guide to Co-Reviewing with Unfunded List
November 30, 2020
For a more inclusive philanthropy, co-review with our Evaluation Committee
Small Nonprofits and the Biden-Harris White House
November 16, 2020
Partnerships between Governments and Non-Governmental Organizations have tremendous potential for impact and change. As the Biden-Harris White House prepares, the transition team has begun floating
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Philanthropy Buzzwords from History
February 9, 2023
Philanthropy buzzwords change often. My very first job title in the field of philanthropy was Fundraising Intern. For my next position, I was a Development
The Fundraising of Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 16, 2023
Like many Americans, I grew up learning about Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement in school, but these lessons were often incomplete and even
1000 Proposals
November 30, 2022
On behalf of the Unfunded List board of directors and the entire Unfunded List Evaluation Committee, we are proud to let you know that we
A Virtual Symposium on Inclusive Philanthropy 2022
October 20, 2022
Unfunded List Presents…A Virtual Symposium on Inclusive Philanthropy. On October 16, 2022 over 60 guests and speakers gathered virtually to participate in a series of
Financial FAQs
February 9, 2021
Almost all nonprofits have financial questions. We have answers to our most frequently asked.
Grantmakers Guide to Co-Reviewing with Unfunded List
November 30, 2020
For a more inclusive philanthropy, co-review with our Evaluation Committee
Philanthropy History in America with Professor Moss
January 19, 2020
America’s Philanthropy History with Professor Richard Moss. Richard Moss (aka Pete Moss), was the John and Cornelia Gibson Professor of History at Colby College, where
5 Tips for Writing Successful Grant Proposals
June 13, 2018
People who are applying for grants often ask me for advice on how to write successful grant proposals. I think grant writers should be called
Starting a Non-Profit? Here are a Few Simple Tips on Filing for 501(c)(3) Status
July 12, 2017
The other day, I was enjoying my morning in a 4-star (Yelp) café and overheard a conversation between two young men at the adjoining table.
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Mary’s Center Profile
August 3, 2020 No Comments
Our Spring 2020 Unfunded List spotlight: Mary’s Center.
Simprints Case Study 2017
August 3, 2019 No Comments
Simprints: An Unfunded List Case Study Click here to download our Simprints Case Study “Thanks so much to the Unfunded List for funneling the WeWork
Catching up with the (previously) Unfunded: Accountability Lab
August 3, 2017 No Comments
Catching Up with Accountability Lab, One of Our First Unfunded Applicants Accountability Lab is an international organization that trains, mentors, and supports promising young leaders
Free The Slaves Mobile Phone Messaging Campaign in India
December 7, 2016 No Comments
Download the successful grant proposal application by Free The Slaves here: Unfunded List 2016 Honoree Proposal Free The Slaves
Upaya Social Ventures
June 1, 2016 No Comments
Upaya’s mission is to create dignified jobs for the poorest of the poor by investing in small businesses in India’s poorest communities with patient equity
One Love Foundation Proposal
June 1, 2016 No Comments
Unfunded List 2016 Honoree Proposal One Love Foundation
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