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TikTok, Reels, and Shorts: Candid’s big swing at short-form video
On the fence about using short-form videos for social media at your nonprofit? Consider the lessons learned from Candid’s big swing at social media videos.
January 24, 2023
Introducing 2023 Candid Seals of Transparency
The 2023 Candid Seals of Transparency are here. Learn how it’s even easier to benefit from earning your nonprofit’s 2023 Seal.
January 20, 2023
Alt-labor: What are workers’ rights nonprofits?
View the topic of nonprofit workers’ rights through a new lens by exploring the increasing role that today’s alt-labor organizations play in the social sector in this blog.
January 17, 2023
Words to Avoid—2023 Edition
It’s that time again—Words to Avoid, 2023, a list of words, terms, and phrase to reconsider before using.
January 13, 2023
15 nonprofit books to inspire your New Year’s resolutions
Whether you’re looking to level up your fundraising skills, invest in innovation, improve your nonprofit’s culture, or take better care of your colleagues and yourself, these 15 books can help you do more good this year.
January 11, 2023
Anatomy of a successful capital campaign committee meeting
What makes a successful, productive capital campaign committee meeting? Explore the essential elements and tips for hosting better meetings with this crash course.
January 10, 2023
A look back at Issue Lab’s top philanthropic resources in 2022
Candid’s Issue Lab provides access to more than 33,000 philanthropic resources. Here is a look at the top-read Issue Lab publications from last year.
January 6, 2023
Predictions for the future of social sector data
Hear from today’s thought leaders about the evolving nature of philanthropic data and see what they predict for the future of social sector data.
January 5, 2023
Demographics via Candid: A data-driven approach to encourage equitable funding practices
Demographics via Candid is a data-driven initiative aimed at encouraging equitable funding practices and reducing administrative burdens for nonprofits. Find out how to get involved!
January 4, 2023
Topping the charts in 2022: The 10 most-read Candid blogs
If you’re wondering which social sector topics topped charts this year, be sure to check out this list of the top 10 most-read Candid blogs in 2022.
December 19, 2022
Nonprofit explainer videos: 4 tips to inspire supporters
Nonprofit explainer videos showcase your mission and inspire action among your supporters. Use these expert tips to ensure your nonprofit videos make an impact.
December 12, 2022
Explore funding for U.S. democracy with our free data tool
If you’re curious about nonprofits’ U.S. democracy-related work and how its being funded, use Candid’s free data tools to explore funding for U.S. democracy initiatives.
December 9, 2022