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For Positive Outcomes, Hold a Mirror Up to Board Performance

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Even with a friendly name like “feedback, check-in, or coaching,” a performance evaluation can be uncomfortable, or possibly downright scary. That’s probably why more organizations don’t have a process for evaluating the board of directors, or if they do, that assessment is not continuous. I’ll get on my Association 4.0

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Onboarding the Board—Your Opportunity to Promote Peak Performance

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And individual participation is seldom evaluated in any meaningful way. In-person discussions should occur both formally and informally before and after new members are welcomed to the board. Ideally, one of these meetings will be a welcome from the executive director, which includes his or her unique advice and views on board service.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] How to Engage Major Donor Prospects Who Blow Hot, then Cold

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Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who wants advice on ways to stay in touch with potential donors who have major donor potential. . Dear Charity Clairity, Do you have advice on ways to stay in touch with a possible donor who has indicated an interest in making a major gift? Who were your heroes and mentors growing up? .

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22 Membership Benefits Your Nonprofit Can Offer

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For professional associations, these resources can help your members stay informed and up-to-date in their field. This is not only beneficial to mentees; it’s also rewarding for mentors. Newsletters and Publications Sending out a regular members-only newsletter with important information and updates is pretty much standard practice.

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BIPOC Leadership Challenges: 26 Tips To Increase Accessibility Across The Nonprofit Sector

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Lack of support and mentorship A bit like building a social network, individuals from underserved communities may lack access to supportive mentors who can help guide them and provide advice on how to succeed in their chosen fields.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What To Do When Lead Development Staff Won’t Leave Their Desk

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Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to encourage their Development Director to take meetings with major donors. . Unless your staff member has done this effectively before, and was mentored by someone who knew what they were doing, they’re going to naturally be resistant.

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Nonprofit Giving Trends and Future Fundraising Strategy

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Or as my mentor and teacher Hank Rosso said years ago: “ Fundraising is the gentle art of teaching the joy of giving.”. My first piece of advice is this: . It’s a good time to evaluate where you may have gaps in your technology. Author information Claire Axelrad Fundraising Coach at Bloomerang Claire Axelrad, J.D.,

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