Strategic Planning
9 Principles to Make Your Nonprofit Fundraising Effective — and Fun!
Raising funds for your nonprofit doesn’t have to be stressful. Learn how one California nonprofit proved that, when designed thoughtfully and collaboratively, fundraising can be successful and enjoyable.
Nonprofit Leaders Answer: What is One Creative Fundraising Idea That Worked for Your Nonprofit?
Nonprofit leaders share successful fundraising ideas, from board-funded matching campaigns to visual progress trackers and event-free giving appeals.
7 Ideas to Build a Healthy Board Nominating Process
The nominating process is vital to creating a healthy and stable nonprofit. Use these tips to help you nominate engaged, strong board members for your organization.
Nonprofit Leaders Answer: How Do You Foster Collaboration Between Staff, Board, and Volunteers?
Nonprofit leaders share practical ways to strengthen collaboration between staff, board members, and volunteers through shared decision-making, feedback loops, and mission-focused engagement.
Nonprofit Leaders Answer: How is Your Nonprofit Preparing for Potential Changes in Government Funding or Tax Laws?
Nonprofit leaders share the proactive steps they take to reduce risk, strengthen financial stability, and prepare for uncertain policy and funding environments.
Nonprofit Leaders Answer: What is the Best Way to Handle Conflicts or Disagreements on a Nonprofit Board?
Disagreements on a nonprofit board are rarely the problem; how you handle them defines your organization’s ability to thrive.
Nonprofit Leaders Answer: What’s One Leadership Habit That’s Made the Biggest Difference for Your Nonprofit?
Real-world impact starts with intentional leadership, so we’ve gathered the most effective habits currently driving the nonprofit community forward.
Why Every Nonprofit Needs Couples Therapy: Inside the Executive Director–Board Chair Relationship
A quick look at why the ED–board chair relationship can make or break a nonprofit, and how simple “couples therapy” habits like clear expectations, healthy conflict, and regular check‑ins can prevent small tensions from becoming crises.
The Phone Call No Board Wants to Make
Interim executive directors are not just placeholders; they are strategic stabilizers who address long-standing organizational issues and prepare nonprofits for a healthy permanent transition.
Nonprofit Leaders Answer: What is a Contingency Plan Your Nonprofit Has for Unexpected Funding Cuts?
Nonprofit leaders share real‑world contingency plans for navigating unexpected funding cuts while staying focused on their mission.