In the US, GoFundMe set up 1.4-million donation pages for charities without their knowledge or consent. The platform is collecting donations for organizations and issuing receipts on their behalf, charging processing fees and requesting "tips" along the way. Story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0dH...

A beautiful summary of the challenges and perils of understanding "impact" when it comes to social change:

Project management is gamechanging skill, but it's not taught widely. This article covers the basics like: - What is a project? - What are the six phases of a nonprofit project? If you feel like there's a firehose of tasks pointed at your face, project management skills can help. Read more:

If you lead, you write. 
 If you fundraise, you write. 
 If you speak, you write. 
 If you report, you write. Writing isn't just for "writers" in social impact work. It's the foundation for all social change.

Saying it louder for the people at the back: Think in terms of “tech” vs “non-tech” people? It’s time to stop

The best #nonprofit leaders are often the ones who don’t crave power and didn’t set out to be “leaders”. If you're uncomfortable with power or questioning your worthiness, you might be exactly what the world needs right now. #Leadership More of this in The Organizer #25 ->

Moving to a new CRM? Getting started with your first one? These are some great tips to help you navigate the process :

The Trump Administration, misinformation, the affordability crisis are just some of the powerful forces affecting #nonprofit organizations in Canada. Do you know what to do? Here are some concrete steps you can take to plan your organization’s path forward, courtesy of The Organizer #95:

Are you setting aside enough time to create great reports? "We start in late summer for a late-April launch" says @mrcampaigns.bsky.social about its annual nonprofit communications benchmarks report. This astounding point is buried in the last paragraph of an article about their process.

Congrats! (Also, the perfect companion to this week’s article about impact reporting.)

Félicitations!

Why do you get asked for different versions of your impact report, when you've just created a great one? Because people want to hear what you have to say! Here's why reporting whack-a-mole is a good thing, and how you can make it easier to collect and remix impact measurement information:

New study on #BlueSky for #SciComm. “Bluesky posts demonstrate substantially higher levels of interaction (likes, reposts, replies, and quotes) and greater textual originality than previously reported for X, suggesting both stronger interactive and more interpretive engagement.” 🦋🦫🌱🐋🧪 #philsci

Labour Day is back-to-school time. It's when we embrace new routines, new friendships, and new ideas. No matter how old you are or what official “schooling” you do, this is the perfect time to think about what you're going to learn next. Because learning is good for you and for your cause.

Sure, defining your organization’s impact feels less urgent than everything else on your plate. But here's what happens when you skip it: scattered resources, wasted effort, burnout, and work that feels hard ALL the time. It's worth some time to prevent all that. #nonprofit #impact

What would happen if we showed the same level of enthusiasm for training people as we’re showing for training AI? That’s the question that inspired today’s edition of The Organizer, our newsletter for nonprofit and social impact folks. #AI #nonprofit #management

What AI says about your #nonprofit online—and what you can do about it @candiddotorg.bsky.social

AI is an environmental issue. Your organization's AI use policy needs to be linked to your sustainability and procurement policies. The footprint of these data centres is your footprint, too.

AI summaries are changing the way people browse the web. If you do policy or public awareness work, you may be reaching fewer people directly. Here's why -->

Future of Good memberships are 80% off right now. This is the best resource in Canada for social impact news, discussion, and networking. If you haven’t signed up, this is your chance :

When you are overwhelmed in this moment, sometimes the smart thing to do is to visit another time and gain a little perspective. In The Organizer #22, we explain how to jump around in time and fundraise better. (No machinery or magic required.) #nonprofit #fundraising #newsletter

Almost three in 10 charities have withdrawn from using at least one social media platform over the past year, research indicates

A fast way to make people miserable at work is to withhold information they need to do their jobs. So don’t do that. On the other hand, a great way to support a talented, effective team is to build and share knowledge at every level of the organization. Do that instead. #nonprofit #management

Oooh, some really helpful, concrete examples of ways to visualize data differently to make your message as clear as possible.

Curious about better models for science/policy collaborations? This paper describes the St. Lawrence River Strategy from the River Institute, rooted in Haudenosaunee principles for facilitating connection to a beautiful, healthy Kaniatarowanenneh (St. Lawrence): authors.elsevier.com/a/1l7E61MRgT...

Are you pouring incredible ideas, knowledge, and vision into work that gets no attention? How do you know if you're reaching people? In The Organizer #20, we look at why you need to make time for outreach on every project, and simple ways to do it.

To lead change, you need to be able to communicate a vision that inspires. That often means translating what’s in your mind and heart into information that makes sense to other people. Getting the inside stuff out into the world isn’t easy. These five habits can help: #nonprofit #leadership

An invaluable resource for orgs who want to understand the environmental footprint of their AI use. The authors pretend to fundraise for a charity race: Strategy queries + poster + Instagram post = riding 100 miles on an e-bike, 10 miles in a car, or running your microwave for 3.5 hours.

The joy of impact measurement isn’t in the measuring impact part — it’s what you *do* with the information that makes measurement so compelling. You may not enjoy #impactmeasurement. It may seem complicated, time-consuming, or unhelpful. But trust us: there is joy to be found here. #nonprofit

This podcast has a fantastic digression into mission statements and the pros/ cons of abstract statements. If you are writing, updating, or reflecting on your organization’s mission statement, the insights here will be helpful. Start at 20:00. No Stupid Questions 👇

Ontario Nonprofit Network's 2025 State of the Sector survey is now open. Your answers are crucial for understanding current realities and for advocating effectively across Ontario (and Canada). Help meet the moment and tell the sector's story. Take the survey/ spread the word: #nonprofit #onpoli

Nonprofits are struggling to make financial forecasts amid great economic uncertainty. Join us for a #philforum on June 11 to hear directly from experts who will share insights on how to craft different spending options, communicate budget challenges to funders, and more. phlnthrp.com/3GRTV74

Forces that led to tragedy in #Walkerton swirl around us again: - A rush to deregulate - Disregard for science, expertise - Belief that some people don’t need to follow the rules - Refusal to see how government policy serves democracy Lessons-learned can help us today: #cdnpoli #onpoli #advocacy

Regrets - yeah, ive got 'em philanthropy2173.ghost.io/regrets/ #nonprofits #philanthropy #threats #democracy #technology

Any conversation about data and AI that doesn't include Indigenous voices and ethics is incomplete. Here's one example of the kind of insight that deserves wide-spread attention -

Take the survey! Help the nonprofit and social impact community understand the current state of tech. It takes just a few moments, and oh what fun we will have reading the report in the fall. #nonprofit #tech #survey

Friendly-fire aimed at pro-democracy protests got under my skin last week. When it comes to social change, persistence matters more than cleverness or righteousness. Making a difference in the world is messy. Showing up truly counts. Today's newsletter --> #nonprofit #socialchange

Managing a nonprofit in Canada right now? The latest newsletter from @theonn.ca has a ton of great insights and resources for nonprofits navigating current economic and social headwinds - mailchi.mp/theonn.ca/no...

33% of donors say that email is the tool that most inspires them to give (29% say social media, 17% website, and 9% print). For three decades now, email marketing remains the most effective tool for online fundraising: www.nptechforgood.com/101-best-pra... 📧

The family has influenced so many friends, colleagues, and projects in the water world. What a legacy.

We're looking forward to this!

Communications is a conversation, even when it comes to a website. Your guests may be invisible, but they are people. Analytics tools help you see your guests' nods, yawns, and smiles. Be curious and listen. We show you how in The Organizer #8 - #nonprofit #analytics #website #marketing

Hello, Bluesky! 💙 We are excited to join this community! Are you may have noticed, we have slowly been setting up our profile here. Follow us for updates and resources about #IDSov, Indigenous cultural authority, the Traditional Knowledge and Biocultural Labels and Notices, and more.

Electricity demand will skyrocket because of AI and data centres. The web, and AI in particular, is the leading environmental issue of our time. Your tech choices have an impact, even if you can’t see them from your desk.

Know someone age 16–35 who has made important contributions to #EnvironmentalJustice in BC? Nominate them to be recognized as a Young Changemaker for Environmental Justice! Learn more: www.wcel.org/blog/nominat...

Tips for applying for technology funding -->

Struggling to pay for the technology you want and need? There are tech-specific grants out there. You can also incorporate technology costs into project budgets. -->

New to Blue Sky? Interested in Conservation, Biodiversity, Climate, and Nature? Here's a Starter Pack to make it easier for you to find Nature Groups in Canada! If you're part of the Nature Network comment below. If you aren't yet, check out our website for more details! go.bsky.app/Mv967DF

The Watershed Reports are live! We're so honoured to help @waterrangers.bsky.social bring the latest iteration to life. H/T to @wwfcanada.org @aquaaction.bsky.social @datastream.org and so many others. www.watershedreports.ca/about/making...