Accessing Patient Data for Grateful Patient Fundraising

February 1, 2018

In 1996, Congress passed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Since it took effect in 2003, healthcare providers have been held to stringent rules with significant monetary penalties for violations. More specifically, hospital development offices and foundations have been held to the HIPAA rules pertaining to the use of Protected Health Information (PHI) for fundraising purposes.

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Ethiopian Global Initiative, Inc.

The Ethiopian Global Initiative is an international nonprofit organization that combines and captures the social and intellectual capital of students and professionals for the transformation of Ethiopia through a new generation of socially responsible leaders. Working throughout the world, the Initiative serves as a catalyst for community-based projects to promote civic engagement and economic prosperity.

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Emerge Ready: Fundraising During & After Covid-19

whitePaper | January 13, 2021

As nonprofits begin to emerge from the COVID-19 crisis, many priorities and concerns have shifted. In May, we sent a brief questionnaire to our database of thousands of nonprofits. The response was telling, and a clear picture of the challenges ahead surfaced from the organizations surveyed. This white paper details the survey results and what they mean for the future of nonprofits nationwide. Use the form here to have the whitepaper sent to your inbox!

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2020 Nonprofit Forecast: Eight Predictions for the Decade Ahead

whitePaper | February 11, 2020

It’s the turn of a new decade, and several social, technological, economic and political forces promise to shape the future of the nonprofit sector. Some are already in play – or have been for some time – and are already challenging nonprofit organizations. They have the potential to fundamentally transform the sector. I’ve outlined eight predictions here; a convergence of these factors will alter the landscape, necessitating a major shift in the way nonprofit organizations operate.

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Launching Your First Peer-to-Peer Social Fundraising Event.

whitePaper | June 24, 2022

Instantly download this FREE resource for all the getting-started tips and knowledge you need to launch your first peer-to-peer fundraising event. “Thon” events can be costly and challenging, but they don’t have to be! This resource will give you an excellent understanding of the planning requirements and potential obstacles involved.

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What Your Nonprofit Needs to Know About Software Subscription Fees

whitePaper | April 16, 2020

Online fundraising has revolutionized the giving landscape and created exciting new opportunities for nonprofits. Instead of direct mail and telephone fundraising, nonprofits are turning to advanced fundraising software that allows them to gain valuable insights about their supporters, streamline their fundraising campaigns, and massively expand their reach.

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11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2022

whitePaper | January 10, 2022

Philanthropy is defined and redefined by the choices that are made every day, not only by professionals in the field but by countless neighbors and local leaders. People go into the work of philanthropy in order to build the communities they want to live in.

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22 Ideas to reenergize your fundraising in 2022

whitePaper | January 6, 2022

Nonprofits successfully navigated the challenges posed by the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, and though the traditional methods of fundraising and giving were challenged, new trends have emerged for both donors and nonprofits. To help you make the most of the new year, we’re going to take a look back at lessons learned in 2021.

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Ethiopian Global Initiative, Inc.

The Ethiopian Global Initiative is an international nonprofit organization that combines and captures the social and intellectual capital of students and professionals for the transformation of Ethiopia through a new generation of socially responsible leaders. Working throughout the world, the Initiative serves as a catalyst for community-based projects to promote civic engagement and economic prosperity.

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