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How does your nonprofit involve the local community in its programs and initiatives?

Nonprofit leaders share their top strategies for boosting community engagement in programs and initiatives with the Blue Avocado community.

Hedging Your Bets: Rajiv Shah, and the Limits of Large-Scale Changemaking

Strategic philanthropists, big bettors, and effective altruists all lionize the ability to measure problem-solving strategies. But what exactly do they think they are observing when they diagnose a

Unlocking Potential: Collective Leadership in Nonprofits

Adopting collective leadership can help your nonprofit create a more inclusive, efficient, and flexible organizational structure.

What are the best strategies and tips for managing a nonprofit board of directors?

Nonprofit leaders share what they believe are the best ways to successfully manage a nonprofit board of directors with the Blue Avocado community.

The 3 ‘Rs’ of Equitable Community Engagement

The knowledge that communities hold is precious, and the ethical use of this knowledge for institutional purposes requires the three “Rs” of ethical community engagement: Research, Relationships, and

From Crisis to Clarity: Five Steps to Demystify Succession Planning

A sudden leadership transition can leave a nonprofit scrambling to survive. Don’t leave your mission to chance — plan for the future today.

🚨 IMPORTANT- Legislative & Executive Threats to Your Nonprofit – Live Q&A 

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Thursday, July 31, 2025. Learn how recent legislation changes may impact your nonprofit.

Blue Avocado Presents: Nonprofit Governance Training 101 – Live Q&A 

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Thursday, June 12, 2025. Learn about the essential governance topics like board structure, legal compliance, and best practices.

Blue Avocado Presents: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Working with Consultants – Live Q&A

Learn how to navigate the complexities of working with a consultant. From finding the right fit to building a successful partnership.

Are Executive Orders Impacting Your Nonprofit?

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The most critical areas for improvement to achieve your mission

Nonprofit leaders share what they believe are the most critical areas for improvement with the Blue Avocado community.

Why Are Nonprofits Experiencing An Insurance Crisis? And What Can the Nonprofit Sector Do About it?

Nonprofit organizations are facing rising insurance premiums, poor coverage from commercial insurance carriers, and the loss of coverage altogether. Going forward, it will be increasingly difficult for nonprofits to secure the insurance they need to keep their doors open. A visionary foundation could change all this, and benefit many tens of thousands of nonprofits for decades to come.

The Expanded Matrix Map: Leveraging Your Triple Bottom Line for Fundraising

In today’s changing world, adding organizational values into the Matrix Map is crucial for nonprofits to demonstrate the impact of funding.

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