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Foundation-Nonprofit “Partnerships” — Fact or Fiction?
Between foundations and nonprofits, sharing values, connections, and other support is good — but the relationship should be focused on funds.
Vanguard Foundation Update
An update on Vanguard CEO Hari Dillon and major donors involved with businessman Mouli Cohen and a series of get-rich-quick schemes.
Executive Director Evaluation Survey Form
A process and an evaluation instrument for executive director evaluation surveys. Includes survey in Word format for easy modification.
Organizing the Board to Support Nonprofit Revenue Strategy
Think more broadly (and effectively) about how board members can support the key aspects of your nonprofit revenue strategy.
Coming Out as a Christian
Kim Klein declares the that she is a Christian, calling for all who are religious to stand against the war on women and people of color.
A Board Member Crosses the Line
How can nonprofits properly handle a board member when they cross the line?
Nonprofits: How to Have a Board Meeting By Telephone
In most states, it is legal to have board meetings by telephone if everyone can hear one another at the same time.
Following a Founder or Long-Timer Requires a Hard Head
Blue Avocado asked for potential interviewees who had followed a founder or a long-time executive. We didn’t expect 58 people to respond.
The Very Good but Seriously Flawed Executive Director
No executive director has all gifts, and many are brilliant. But what about the nonprofit CEO who is terrific in some ways but whose strengths are matched with some troubling flaws as well?
A Fork in the Yellow Brick Road to Oz
The CEO of the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County describes an approach to strategic choices that has us singing, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”
How To Be a Community-Powered Nonprofit
Kevin Davis explains how nonprofit journalism organizations are working to gain donors’ trust by being community-powered.
In These Turbulent Times for Nonprofits
There is so much potential out there to dramatically move the needle on social issues and drive impact, no matter the external environment.
Nonprofit Spotlight: Michigan Nonprofit Association
“You need to have an insatiable tenacity to learn, and willingness to understand how things come together.”
Ask Rita: Is it Legal to Require Nonprofit Employees to Donate Gifts?
Nonprofits are always looking for creative ways to raise funds, but requiring employees to make financial donations is unlawful.
Process, Process, Process: The evaluation model you shouldn’t ignore
While many nonprofits focus on impact evaluations, process models can be invaluable for helping organizations make real, lasting impact.
The Gentrification Phenomenon: A Nonprofit Dilemma
Nonprofits must follow low-income children and families if they are displaced by a new population that does not align with the mission.
4 Things Your Nonprofit Can Do to Recruit & Retain Millennial Leadership
Many nonprofits haven’t adopted policies and systems to attract young professionals, invest in their development, or incentivize them to stay.
Succeeding When You’re Small: Lessons Learned from DonorsChoose.org
Learning from the experience of those who started a nonprofit out of their basement and grew to be nationally recognized leaders.
The Best Way To Put Clients First Is To Let Them Lead!
Internal tension and disagreements began to dissipate when the voices of those we serve were engaged in dialogue and decision-making.
What I Learned as a Funder: Frank Tips for Nonprofits
Funders and nonprofits should keep sight of the fact that human beings are on the other side of the table. Social sector work is about people.