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A small donor is an “everyday” donor, as distinct from a major funder or philanthropist. There is no fixed definition of a small donor. Small donors are crucial supporters of nonprofits in every funding landscape. Collectively, small donors account … [Read more...] about Who is a Small Donor?

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Who makes grant decisions at a foundation? A foundation’s board of trustees is ultimately responsible for grant decisions. But how the board makes decisions can vary greatly from foundation to foundation.  How does a foundation choose … [Read more...] about How Do Foundations Make Grant Decisions?

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