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ZIM's Blog
News, Tips, and Strategies for Nonprofits


ZIM’s Summer Tour
As the days get longer and warmer, summer brings lush scenery and bright skies with cool evenings that set the perfect backdrop to enjoy...
Jun 6, 20222 min read


Celebrating Earth Day 2022
Did you know the first Earth Day started as a grassroots campaign and marks the anniversary of the modern environmental movement? The...
Apr 18, 20224 min read


Incorporating Valentine’s Day Into Your Digital Stewardship Plan
After ushering in the new year, you might be welcoming a break from holidays altogether, but don't shy away from embracing Valentine's...
Feb 8, 20222 min read


What you should read, listen to and watch next!
Winter is the season of rest, reflection, and taking things slow. As we head into the holidays, we hope you're taking time to curl up...
Dec 23, 20212 min read


The Great ZIM Bake Off – Holiday Edition
This holiday season, the ZIM team has compiled a few of our favorite holiday recipes for you to make at home with family and friends....
Dec 7, 20217 min read


Let's Engage, Learn and Commemorate
Through education, celebration, and awareness, October brings our attention to some important topics. Join us in honoring Down Syndrome...
Oct 12, 20213 min read


Volunteerism and Sustaining your Mission
How to make volunteer engagement more than a program, and what it means to give back. “How can I get involved?” This is a question that’s...
Oct 12, 20214 min read


Our Team's Favorite Summer Recipes
One thing our team has in common is a love for cooking and baking! It’s not only immensely satisfying to make yourself a delicious meal,...
Aug 9, 20213 min read


Things to Know – Earth Day 2021 Resources and How to Celebrate in and around Denver
Did you know that Earth Day, celebrated on April 22, is the largest secular observance in the world? What began as a day of environmental...
Apr 12, 20213 min read


A Grant Writer’s New Year’s Resolutions
The first few weeks of 2021 have been so distracting that setting New Year's resolutions hasn't exactly felt like a priority. But while...
Jan 25, 20213 min read


A Strong Grants Program Begins with a Strong Grant Research Process
By Leah Weinberg, Grant Researcher & Writer Building and maintaining a robust grant program at a nonprofit organization is a challenging...
Dec 14, 20203 min read


Year-End Giving in the time of COVID-19: A Guide
While it usually feels like a joyous occasion to ask your supporters for a holiday donation, the 2020 year-end giving season feels...
Nov 16, 20203 min read
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