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Strategies to diversify nonprofit boards to yield success

ASU Lodestar Center

Strategies to diversify nonprofit boards can be divided into three broad phases. Phase 1: Triple A’s - awareness, attitude and action. Phase 2: Implementation. This phase starts with evaluating current board composition using a board matrix. Phase 3: Evaluate and celebrate.

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Design by the User, with Inspiration from New York Fashion Week

Forum One

In the discovery phase, two research methods we use are “netnography” and user focus groups. User focus groups are an effective means for moderating a discussion with a group of similar users and garnering insight into an audience’s attitudes, ideas, and desires.

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The 2024 Best NPOs To Work For: Data Shows Satisfaction Slipping In Some Areas

The NonProfit Times

Across the board within the 2021 study, which evaluated employee attitudes during 2020, the data revealed high-water marks in employee satisfaction. During the early phases of the pandemic, nonprofit leaders did an extraordinary job prioritizing employee safety, health and wellness,” Herman said.

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Narrative Change Strategy

Forum One

It is important to review content on blogs, videos, and other collateral materials to see what narratives are being used and if any need to be phased out. Narratives are profoundly shaped by social media and can be a marker for tracking changes in attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.

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Strategic Fundraising For Small Arts + Culture Nonprofits

Bloomerang

This brings attention to your nonprofit’s purpose and opens the door to building a strong team with the skills and attitude to work together to increase impact. Set realistic deadlines for each phase of your fundraising efforts to keep your team on track. Assess funding sources. Create a timeline.

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How to Succeed With Nonprofit Direct Mail Fundraising

Allegiance Group

This initial phase of research can give you and your direct mail fundraising partners a better idea of what your organization is working with, what the broader market of supporters value, and how you can stand out against peer organizations. Identify and define specific parameters. Conducting a marketing opportunity analysis.

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How To Unlock The Wisdom Of Your Stellar Performers

Eric Jacobsen Blog

The book, The Star Factor , shows you a unique system for unlocking the wisdom of your stellar performers and transforming that knowledge into actionable steps to help other employees internalize these new attitudes and behaviors. They also outline the four phases of affirmative leadership : Discover - identifying your stars.