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Disrupting Donations: UNICEF Accepts Cryptocurrency
Why It Matters
Currently, a handful of non-profits accept and disburse cryptocurrency. As UNICEF becomes the first United Nations agency to transact bitcoin, what will it mean for other non-profits? And as for the Canadian organizations ahead of the curve: how is digital currency already benefiting them and their stakeholders?
The Changes That Artificial Intelligence Will Bring to the Social Sector
Why It Matters
When we speak about AI, we’re not talking about some far-off future. AI has already fully arrived both in Canada and around the world, and it is already impacting society — from the way we feed our families down to the way crisis line workers do their jobs. James Stauch and Alina Turner continue their series on AI and social impact.
3 Ways Technology is Accelerating Solutions for Homelessness
Why It Matters
In cities where the tech industry booms, homelessness and under-housing also tend to increase. Homelessness is already an issue that affects an estimated 235,000 Canadians each year. But according to three nonprofits, the same industry that’s contributing to these existing issues holds promise as an innovative way to build, design, and scale new solutions.
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The Inside Journey of Benevity, the Platform Democratizing Corporate Giving
Why It Matters
Welcome to our series, Launch Plan, featuring deep dives into the founding stories, journeys, and decisions behind game-changing organizations and projects shaping the world of doing good. We’re continuing our series today with Bryan de Lottinville, founder and CEO of Benevity.
4 Critical Changes Foundations Must Make To Thrive
Why It Matters
To meet today’s challenges, philanthropic foundations need to fundamentally change how they work. We spoke to foundation leaders to find out exactly how to make that change happen, by promoting diversity, being more transparent, and more. This article is crafted in partnership with Philanthropic Foundations Canada (PFC).
Here's What You Missed From the 2019 Social Finance Forum
Why It Matters
In a world facing growing global challenges, what is the purpose of capital in driving social change? As a Digital Content Partner at the 2019 Social Finance Forum, we gained expert insights from over 600 leading investors, entrepreneurs, and financial professionals.
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Inside TD’s new data program for nonprofits
Why It Matters
The capacity to analyze data is increasingly important for social mission organizations, to ensure decisions are made based on evidence and foresight. While much of the private sector has been using data analytics tools, with businesses racing to have the best metrics, we are now seeing more non-profits adopting these practices — and TD has launched a new program to accelerate adoption.
The Surprising Truth Behind Charity Rankings
Why It Matters
In theory, charity rankings hold organizations accountable, and can help donors identify which organizations are having the greatest impact, influencing where their dollars go. But what kind of criteria are these rankings using — and are there any unintended consequences?
How Youth Want You to Transform Non-Profit Governance
Why It Matters
In order to thrive in an aging population, Canadian non-profits need to identify youth leaders and recruit them onto their boards. Below, six young community-builders share precisely what non-profits are getting wrong — and how they can improve, from evolving directorship elections to considering board member compensation.
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Launch Plan: founding stories of game-changing organizations
Welcome to our ongoing series, Launch Plan, featuring deep dives into the founding stories and journeys behind game-changing organizations, projects, and enterprises.
Social Impact Real Estate
Real estate affects community outcomes. It affects all of us: individuals and families, companies and organizations, towns and cities. From daycares and soup kitchens to coworking spaces and community housing, it represents one of the largest investments of any household or organization, shapes how our communities are designed and built, and plays a large role in our local and national economy. This series dives into the world of social impact real estate in partnership with Windmill Developments and Urban Equation.
Youth Reshaping Governance
While Canadian youth aged 18-30 are actively involved in volunteering, youth representation on governance boards remains low. Drawing from more than 125 nominations from across the country, the list recognizes young leaders who are making a unique and significant contribution as non-profit board directors.
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Global Entrepreneurship Week
In honour of Global Entrepreneurship Week, we’ve curated a special collection of our stories featuring entrepreneurs and ventures advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Stories Shaping Social Impact this Fall
Welcome to September. To help you get back in gear and quickly catch up on what matters, we’ve curated a special collection of ten stories that help you understand the shifts and news that will be most relevant this fall.