sgEngage

APRIL 2, 2024

Working in the nonprofit sector is hard. And salaries in many nonprofit organizations can’t compete with the for-profit sector. According to The Council of Nonprofits 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey , almost three quarters of nonprofits that completed the survey have current openings at their organization.

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Data Blackbaud Policy Database 74

sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2024

Changing a core piece of software at your grantmaking organization is no picnic. If it’s time for you to start looking for a new grant management system, use this opportunity to evaluate your processes, figure out what needs to change, and find a solution that can growth with your organization. What reports do you pull regularly?

Grant 74

Grant System Foundation Management 74

sgEngage

AUGUST 19, 2022

But as your organization grows and changes, you also need to update your financial direction. In addition to reviewing and updating your nonprofit operating budget each year, your financial team should also regularly evaluate your process for creating that document. That includes both the budget and the process for creating it.

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Process Create Review Stream 90

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 20, 2022

When you started your organization, you drafted a set of nonprofit bylaws which are the rules spelling out how your new venture would operate and how your Board would govern it. Many new organizations draft bylaws based on a template or an existing organization’s bylaws. Start by reviewing your bylaws.

Government 122

Government Nonprofit Review Language 122

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 20, 2021

It may make sense to hire someone to give you that help, especially if that person has the skills you need and can work remotely. A virtual assistant is an independent contractor who provides services for clients while working from their home office. Be sure to ask for work samples if appropriate for the work you are requesting.

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Virtual Work Calendar Nonprofit 116

Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. On top of that, there’s a lengthy contract to review and sign. It’s a lot of due diligence and compliance work to handle. Each team played a role, whether big or small, in supporting this work. At Candid, we can relate.

Culture 105

Culture Build Policy Nonprofit 105

Nimble AMS

JULY 15, 2022

When was the last time you reviewed your association’s Code of Ethics? It might be time to revisit this crucial organizational document. According to the Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study, 49% of individuals reported their top member benefit was their organization’s Code of Ethics. .

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Benefit Retention Associations Social Media 123

sgEngage

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Receiving requests for funding can be both a crucial and frustrating part of being a grantmaking organization. You want applications from organizations that align to your mission, but the frequency of the requests can easily bog down your processes if you aren’t careful. Will several teams review the requests?

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Grant Process Management Technology 95

sgEngage

APRIL 12, 2023

Very few people enjoy being on the organization side of a nonprofit financial audit. By proactively working with your auditor, having consistent workflows that keep your data updated, and establishing clear expectations with your staff, you can make remote audits just another project on your list, instead of something to dread.

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Review Fund Software Nonprofit 67

sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

In recent years, relationships between nonprofit organizations and their auditors have seen positive change. Your auditor’s year-end work will remain critical to ensure the financial integrity of your nonprofit’s books and records and compliance with ever-changing regulations.

Relationship 70

Relationship Practice Build Evaluation 70

Forum One

AUGUST 9, 2023

Here are a few guiding principles and tips to help you feel empowered and organized as you head into this pivotal process. It often entails rethinking how you want to communicate about your organization in the new structure and style you’re pursuing with your redesign project. What’s the review and approval process?

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Content Phase Review Structure 76

sgEngage

JUNE 15, 2023

The annual financial audit is a great time to review your statements through a risk lens and search the corners of your financial statements for long-forgotten issues that could contaminate an entire balance sheet. As part of your regular discussion with your auditor, preferably at the start of your fiscal year, review your internal controls.

International 83

International Nonprofit Review Process 83

sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Working with a lean budget means even the slightest unexpected expense can create a stressful situation. Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Tip 1: If you have an operating reserve, review your policy.

Foundation 80

Foundation Build Grant Fund 80

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The road to implementing new technology can be a long one, but your organization can smoo th the way with business process mapping. Read our blog to learn everything you need to know about b usiness process mapping and prepare your association for implementation success. What is business process mapping?

Map 135

Map Associations Process Business 135

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Keep reading this Ultimate Guide to Accounting Software for Nonprofits to learn what makes accounting for nonprofits unique and get tips on choosing the best accounting software for your organization. Churches and faith-based organizations also fall under the category of nonprofits. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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Software Guide Award Grant 309

Qgiv

DECEMBER 7, 2022

However, many organizations fail to properly track gift officer portfolios, gift officer actions and donor pipeline management within their donor database management. Standardization around portfolio tracking, donor interactions, documenting proposals, and next steps is critical to the health and sustainability of any fundraising program.

Database 52

Database Track Donor Management 52

sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2024

The Statement of Activities—commonly referred to as an SOA—is one of four essential financial statements for nonprofit organizations. Without that, the SOA can misrepresent the financial health of the organization and lead to future funding issues. It offers a comprehensive overview of revenue and expenses over a specific timeframe.

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Activities Active Activism Comparison 77

.orgSource

MAY 29, 2023

Organizations of all stripes were quick to issue statements confirming their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. On the other hand, these barriers may be preventing some organizations from moving their ideals to action. Gather information and resources from organizations that are successfully implementing programs.

Associations 221

Associations Reflection Leadership Training 221

sgEngage

JANUARY 15, 2024

They parse the grant documentation to understand if their organization is a good fit, they gather information from throughout the organization, and they mold it into an engaging story about the important work the organization is doing. Also review your formatting guidelines and templates.

Application 87

Application Grant Help Blackbaud 87

NTEN

JANUARY 25, 2022

2021 was an eventful year at NTEN as we continued to promote, work towards, and model equitable practices internally and externally. Our evaluation and review of 2021 have helped us identify some key successes while providing us with some priorities for 2022. 2021 review highlights. 2021 review highlights. 2022 focus.

Community 88

Community NTC Sponsor NTEN 88

Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This includes creating an annual operating budget , a document that breaks down your organization’s revenue, or the money you’ll bring in, and expenses, or the money going out to cover your costs, for each fiscal year. Set financial goals for your organization Before creating your operating budget, check in with your strategic plan.

Build 108

Build Nonprofit Fund Goal 108

sgEngage

JANUARY 19, 2023

Working with a lean budget means even the slightest unexpected expense can create a stressful situation. Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Tip 1: If you have an operating reserve, review your policy.

Foundation 78

Foundation Build Fund Review 78

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

While these efforts often include prioritizing environmentally friendly work practices or committing to offering fair wages to employees, corporate philanthropy has to do with supporting nonprofit organizations via charitable donations of funds, time, and/or resources. Volunteer grants. Data-Driven Industry Insights.

Philanthropy 80

Philanthropy Organization Gift Donation 80

Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The unfolding crisis in Afghanistan is a stark reminder that many Salesforce.org nonprofit customers often work in fragile environments. In addition to the challenges inherent to any nonprofit mission, these organizations and their personnel must often work in areas with poor security and limited resources. Learn more.

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Practice Data Afghanistan Environment 120

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 18, 2009

(I also referenced the report in my latest presentation slides about social media use by individuals in nonprofit organizations.). Resources or capacity are still an issue - the big organizations do better with online actions. 50% of organizations had databases that included 40% or more of inactive supporters. Report Highlights.

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Review Benchmark Advocacy Database 120

fusionSpan

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

We work with nonprofits and membership associations to customize, configure and implement Salesforce solutions that are tailored to their specific requirements. We have a strict code review process that follows the stages of the software development life cycle, to ensure that your Salesforce platform is as robust as it needs to be.

Service 52

Service Platform Integration Tech 52

Achieve

AUGUST 20, 2021

Without an agenda or with one that’s poorly organized, your board will drift off-topic, fumble through different topics, and waste time on items that are best handled outside of meetings. . or focusing on refining your budget for the upcoming year, an agenda will help everyone stay focused on creating better outcomes for the organization.

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Evaluation Product Indiana Industry 96

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 13, 2012

The After Action Review is a reflective practice that can be used for anything, but I find it especially valuable for social media pilots and experiments. The After Action Review (AAR) is a structured way to capture the lessons learned from any project, with the intent of improving future performance. Leave in the comments.

Review 97

Review Social Media Action Strategy 97

Nimble AMS

JUNE 22, 2023

It’s time for your organization to purchase new association management software (AMS). Creating a business case requires you to review your organizational goals and challenges and the potential benefits a new software solution can provide. Your entire board will want to work more efficiently and effectively. You know it.

Tech 106

Tech Associations Software Professional 106

DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

It’s a comprehensive, cloud-based solution designed to help nonprofits manage their operations more effectively and advance their mission-driven work. Program management: Monitor program outcomes, track beneficiary interactions, and demonstrate the impact of your work to stakeholders.

Consultant 52

Consultant Nonprofit Integration Review 52

VQ Strategies

JUNE 4, 2022

As we were reviewing the agenda for a scheduled coaching call last week, a client shared a recent event in which a volunteer spoke rudely and inappropriately to a client. The volunteer’s behavior was counter to the expectations shared in training, not to mention the values of respect and inclusion that the organization embraces.

Evaluation 95

Evaluation Volunteer Training Train 95

Classy

JUNE 17, 2021

Our journey and work toward becoming B Corp Certified solidified Classy’s accountability to put our people first. Here is a glimpse into how Classy has been working to ensure our individual wellbeing so that we can bring our full selves to work while finding balance in our daily lives. Wellness Apps.

Culture 52

Culture Work Virtual Green 52

Candid

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Issue Lab is where Candid collects, preserves, and shares research reports, whitepapers, evaluations, case studies, issue briefs, and more, published and/or funded by social sector organizations. Anyone can freely search the collection and access full-text documents. . Looking to create a new funding strategy or program area?

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Lesson Learning Case Study Phase 59

Kindful

AUGUST 28, 2023

Responsibilities Full-stack development Work within all layers of our products, with an emphasis on backend components, API, and the database. Produce quality, scalable, documented, maintainable code: ensure the acceptance criteria passes before you are finished. Collaboration Review and provide input into software specifications.

Application 52

Application Develop Web Tennessee 52

sgEngage

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The application process is an organization’s first real look at how you work with grantees. It’s also your chance as a foundation to see if this organization is a good fit for your program. Organization Background and Experience. Organization Background and Experience. Check out our due diligence questionnaire.

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Proposal Evaluation Grant Application 81

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Or, perhaps you’ve just been tasked with putting together the annual report for your organization for the first time. An annual report is an important public document that nonprofits publish each year to communicate with their community and donors. What is an annual report? . Create a cover. Share key indicators. .

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Report PDF Donor Summary 107

sgEngage

JANUARY 19, 2023

Working with a lean budget and stakeholders who care about where every dollar goes means that the stakes and expectations for financial management are sky-high for nonprofits. Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization.

Foundation 52

Foundation Build Fund Review 52