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Intro to Diversity for Nonprofits
Diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, have become buzzwords recently, gaining significant traction within various sectors of society. This surge in attention reflects a growing awareness of the importance of embracing and prioritizing these principles especially...
The Crucial Role of a Clear Vision in Nonprofit Funding
In the realm of nonprofits, securing funding is often a critical challenge. Whether it's for launching new programs, sustaining existing initiatives, or expanding outreach efforts, financial resources are the lifeblood of nonprofit organizations. Yet, amidst the...
Discovering the Unexpected World of Nonprofits
When you think of nonprofits, images of charitable organizations, community centers, or advocacy groups might come to mind. However, the nonprofit sector is far broader and more diverse than many realize. At its core, a nonprofit entity is an organization that...
2023: End-of-Year Wrap Up
Happy End of Year! As we close out 2023 and reflect back on the year, I am proud of what our team has built and accomplished together this year. Thank you to everyone that has contributed to making what Arula is today! 2023 Recap As most everyone experienced, 2023 was...
The Importance of Certifications… Or Not
Some might argue that getting certified as a grant writer (GPC) or fundraising professional (CFRE) makes a person or its company more marketable or credible, but professional certifications are often a privilege and not accessible by all. Why does having a GPC (Grant...
The Nonprofit Profession: A Woman’s Perspective
As a cisgender white woman, I recognize my privilege and acknowledge that women and girls, especially those with intersecting identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, ability,...
Climbing Up to Commemorate the 9/11 Fallen
The Manitou Incline The Mount Manitou Incline Trail, often referred to as the “Incline”, is a mere 0.9-mile hike but don’t let that itty bitty number fool you! The trail’s distance from start to finish is indeed short, at least numerically speaking, but it cannot be...
Brightening Up Northern Colorado, Transformer Cabinet Art Projects
Do you ever notice those ordinary utility transformer cabinets dotting the streets? You might not have given them a second thought, but in Fort Collins and Loveland, Colorado, they've become the canvas for inspiring initiatives that have been transforming the...
Fiscal Sponsorships
Have you been denied a grant because you don’t have the proper 501(c)(3) status and were recommended to have a fiscal sponsor? Are you a nonprofit that would like to partner on a grant with an organization that doesn’t have a 501(c)(3) status? If either of those...