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Nonprofit Mergers & Collaboration

Nonprofit Mergers & Collaboration

January 17, 2023November 7, 2023 Trudy Harris

Best Thing Ever? Or the Swan Song of a Dream? See how one nonprofit merged with another and learn concrete steps nonprofit EDs and boards can use in their decision-making process.

From Startup to Success: Guiding Nonprofits with Six Core Principles of Improvement

From Startup to Success: Guiding Nonprofits with Six Core Principles of Improvement

July 31, 2023October 31, 2023 Dr. TJ McKenna

Six core principles, drawn from STEM education, can help new nonprofits assemble a diverse team, raise funds successfully, and learn to use the gathered resources for strategic growth.

5 Ways Nonprofits Can Balance Creativity and Structure

5 Ways Nonprofits Can Balance Creativity and Structure

October 30, 2023November 15, 2024 Elise Larsen

Learn how balancing creativity with structure can help your nonprofit foster innovation — without compromising your mission and goals.

Beyond the Hype: Why ESG Frameworks Miss the Mark for Small Nonprofits

Beyond the Hype: Why ESG Frameworks Miss the Mark for Small Nonprofits

December 18, 2023December 21, 2023 Greg Gerritt

When we take a closer look at what Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks actually entail, it is often not worth the time and resources for most small nonprofits to go through such a process.

A Guide for Private Foundations: Tax Exemption and 990-PF Filing Requirements

A Guide for Private Foundations: Tax Exemption and 990-PF Filing Requirements

September 17, 2024February 14, 2025 Stephanie Glanville

What you need to know to meet your foundation’s tax requirements and the 990-PF.

The most critical areas for improvement to achieve your mission

The most critical areas for improvement to achieve your mission

March 11, 2025April 1, 2025 Blue Avocado

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

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

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

May 13, 2025September 9, 2025 Blue Avocado

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

Don’t Call it a Crisis Plan: How Nonprofits Can Proactively Plan for Turbulent Times

Don’t Call it a Crisis Plan: How Nonprofits Can Proactively Plan for Turbulent Times

September 2, 2025August 13, 2025 Amanda ReCupido

You actually have more time than you think to get your nonprofit’s messaging right in a crisis. It’s better to take a little extra time than to stick your foot in your mouth and end up in a worse place than you started.

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

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

April 29, 2025June 12, 2025 Blue Avocado

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

Post-pandemic, what has changed for the better (or worse) in your nonprofit?

Post-pandemic, what has changed for the better (or worse) in your nonprofit?

June 10, 2025September 9, 2025 Blue Avocado

Nonprofit leaders offer insights into the post-pandemic era, detailing the changes that have impacted their organizations for better or worse.

Top Ten Questions from Job Seekers… Answered!

Top Ten Questions from Job Seekers… Answered!

July 11, 2009February 15, 2024 Sally Carlson

Search consultant and volunteer leader Sally Carlson shares something different about how to find a nonprofit job right now.

Ten Things I Learned About Leadership from Women Executives of Color

Ten Things I Learned About Leadership from Women Executives of Color

May 21, 2010December 6, 2023 Jan Masaoka

Some valuable lessons drawn from listening, observing, and laughing with women executive directors of color over the years.

Five Ways to Let Government Money Run You Over

Five Ways to Let Government Money Run You Over

April 15, 2008December 19, 2023 Blue Avocado

Strategic ways nonprofits can benefit from government funding but not become overly reliant on it.

What Do I Say to a Donor or Funder?

What Do I Say to a Donor or Funder?

February 15, 2008December 19, 2023 Jan Masaoka

What to say to if you run into someone who has made a donation or a grant to the organization on whose board you serve.

Promises, Promises: Rural Advocates vs. Big Philanthropy

Promises, Promises: Rural Advocates vs. Big Philanthropy

April 15, 2008December 3, 2024 Rick Cohen

Community advocates are still picking up the pieces after a disastrous encounter that led to a unique lawsuit. How did it all come about?

Unicorns Found: Meet Two Grantwriters

Unicorns Found: Meet Two Grantwriters

June 1, 2008February 9, 2024 Blue Avocado

Grantwriters are elusive, seldom-seen miraculous creatures, possibly mythical. Here you have a chance to meet two of them.

Nonprofit Retirement: Calculating retirement Needs & Exploring Choices

Nonprofit Retirement: Calculating retirement Needs & Exploring Choices

September 1, 2008December 19, 2023 Steve Zimmerman

Part one in this three-part series on nonprofit retirement looks at calculating retirement needs and using that information to explore choices

Layoff Stories from Blue Avocado Readers

Layoff Stories from Blue Avocado Readers

February 1, 2009December 20, 2023 Blue Avocado

We asked Blue Avocado readers to tell us how you found out you had gotten laid off. Too often grace and consideration aren’t part of it.

Tracking Volunteer Time to Boost Your Bottom Line: A Complete Accounting Guide

Tracking Volunteer Time to Boost Your Bottom Line: A Complete Accounting Guide

March 11, 2009February 9, 2024 Dennis Walsh, CPA

CPA Dennis Walsh of North Carolina explains why and how to include volunteer time in your nonprofit’s budgets and financials.

Too Many Nonprofits? Yes – At Least Too Many AIDS Organizations

Too Many Nonprofits? Yes – At Least Too Many AIDS Organizations

April 1, 2009December 20, 2023 Mark Ishaug

Mark Ishaug, CEO of the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, expresses concern about reduced support for the HIV/AIDS community.

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