The Year of Three Executive Directors:
Important Lessons for Board ManagementEmbarking on a journey as a board member of a nonprofit can often feel like steering a ship in stormy seas. In this candid account, the author reveals their personal trials and triumphs, spotlighting invaluable lessons that every board member can benefit from.
We May Be a Motley Crew, But We’ll Adapt to You: 8 Tenets of Holistic Community Engagement for Nonprofits
A tale of transformation and innovative thinking from Motley Zoo Animal Rescue, which shares the lessons they’ve learned and how they overcame obstacles to create a sustainable, community-focused animal rescue system.
Join the Movement: Activating Nonprofits for Lasting Change
Politics – it’s the invisible hand guiding every aspect of our lives. From the newly built homes in our neighborhoods to the quality of our tap water, the influence of politics is ever-present. This is why nonprofits, particularly those supporting marginalized communities, must become active players in the landscape of advocacy. This is the call to action embraced by the author, to stand up and leverage our platform for change.
Growing the Roots of Consensus in Nonprofit Governance
Why nonprofits that embrace a consensus-based decision model can enhance services, adapt to change, and make a lasting impact.
7 Things Nonprofit Leaders Can Say to Funders to Effectively Manage Limited Resources
Seven things nonprofit executives can begin saying to set boundaries with funders and say no without consequences.
A Beginner’s Guide to Filing a Form 990 for Your Nonprofit Organization
For nonprofit organizations, filing a Form 990 can be overwhelming and confusing, especially if it’s your first time. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about filing a Form 990, including six steps to take before, during, and after transmitting your form to the IRS.
How Nonprofits Can Benefit from Embracing ESG Practices
By expanding ESG efforts and communicating them effectively, nonprofits can engage new audiences and achieve greater impact. This article discusses how nonprofits can document and communicate their ESG impact and provides five steps to get started.
How U.S.-based Nonprofits Can Deliver Disaster Relief Abroad: A Tigrayan Case Study
A five-step plan on how to deliver on-the-ground relief to internally displaced persons (IDPs) including formation of a nonprofit, fundraising drive, envisioning and implementing relief projects, formalizing partnerships which are key to international humanitarian work, and leveraging social media.
Why Executive Directors Need L&D to Execute a Smooth Succession
Learn about what makes a good talent management strategy and how investing in learning and development helps organizations fill their leadership pipeline.
How Nonprofits Can Change Unfair Laws
Discover how small nonprofits can take on unfair laws and policies that hinder their ability to serve their communities and come out victorious with the help of coalitions.