.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

If the marketing team promises a fabulous new website, and the results don’t include any features members want, there will be issues, not the least of which is broken confidence. Effective strategy begins with an integrated plan. Instead of addressing the “how to,” they concern themselves with the bigger issue of “why.”

Collaboration 221

Collaboration Marketing Team Integration 221

Candid

MAY 23, 2024

The Bob Woodruff Foundation ’s (BWF) Got Your 6 Network organizations provide targeted services to over 20.6 Yet BWF’s 2023 survey of partner organizations showed that numerous individuals and families struggled to meet basic needs. million veterans and military families across the United States.

Local 52

Local Support Community Survey 52

.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

As the home of organizations that draw on decades of history, it’s not surprising that we love the security of time-honored strategies. Success belongs to organizations that adapt to a shifting environment. Is your relationship with the board effective? Is your organization’s strategic plan serving its needs?

Advice 170

Advice Course Associations Change 170

.orgSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

An analog mindset won’t produce effective solutions. Replace Squinting With Scanning The CEO’s job is to run the organization. The board should stay in their lane as strategists, and management and staff must uphold their responsibilities to run the organization successfully.” A different perspective is needed.

Digital 221

Digital Build North Carolina Attitude 221

ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 3, 2022

Leadership succession planning, similar to donor succession planning, is often addressed when the concern arises rather than preemptively within a nonprofit organization’s fiscal year. This is a common theme that lurks in the veins of many of our organizations. This rings true for many organizations. Recommendations.

Leadership 96

Leadership San Diego Results Effective 96

sgEngage

MAY 6, 2024

Like a good recipe, your nonprofit budget requires high-quality ingredients, easy-to-follow steps, and a knowledgeable cook or two to put it together. Here are a few simple steps to help you create a solid budget that helps your organization allocate resources effectively and makes your budgeting process easier.

Build 97

Build Time Review Fund 97

Candid

APRIL 29, 2024

Traditionally, nonprofit governance has been perceived through a hierarchical lens, with board members primarily overseeing and guiding the organization’s direction while staff execute the operational tasks. Mission and vision alignment: Ensure alignment on the organization’s mission, vision, and values.

Government 59

Government Collaboration Nonprofit Evaluation 59

sgEngage

MAY 30, 2023

Foundations play a crucial role in supporting nonprofit organizations and driving positive change within communities. Civic leadership, on the other hand, involves active engagement and participation of individuals in addressing community issues and promoting the common good.

Roles 78

Roles Foundation Leadership Community 78

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Nonprofits play a critical role in addressing societal issues, but their effectiveness often hinges on the strength of their leadership, especially the board. One way to enhance the performance of a nonprofit’s board of directors is by organizing retreats. Quality experience Watch out!

Facilitation 94

Facilitation Search Local Hunger 94

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Across America, Hispanic and Latino organizations are leading the way in every realm, including advocacy, education, healthcare, and social services. Here are just a few of our favorite organizations, which deserve your support this month and all year-round! During National Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S., Voto Latino.

Organization 89

Organization United States National America 89

Candid

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Across the social sector, there’s one thing we can all agree on: data and knowledge are crucial to our collective success. If you're new to Issue Lab or haven't hung out on the platform in a while, here's what's on offer. . If you're new to Issue Lab or haven't hung out on the platform in a while, here's what's on offer. .

Lesson 59

Lesson Learning Case Study Phase 59

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 13, 2012

Because the truth is, it’s a lot easier to declare that one wants to have a “learning organization” than to actually do it. And the development of systems is a challenge, since learning, even when objectives are well-defined, is an organic process. It also sounds less costly and complicated than evaluation. What have we learned?

Conference 92

Conference Learning Effective Organization 92

.orgSource

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The organization may still be boxed into a structure that’s been the same for 20 years or more. Each of these issues could signal that a more streamlined organizational structure is needed. In a flat organization, the distance between the CEO and junior employees is minimal. But that’s often the extent of the update.

Structure 251

Structure Evaluation Time Culture 251

ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 23, 2022

When nonprofit employees, leaders and their boards are not reflective of the communities they serve, they jeopardize mission attainment and the implementation of ineffective strategies to address social issues. Nonprofit organizations have barriers with increasing staff diversity for a few reasons.

Develop 98

Develop Phoenix Demographics Reflection 98

EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  You need to activate your base and to move the needle on your issue.

Advocacy 207

Advocacy Nonprofit Training Train 207

Wild Apricot

JUNE 27, 2008

We discuss issues and trends in modern web technologies that help your organization achieve more with less. This blog is sponsored by Wild Apricot membership software : a set of tools for membership administration , event registration , website management , online fundraising - with friendly and knowledgeable tech support.

Knowledge 60

Knowledge Effective PDF Evaluation 60

sgEngage

MARCH 7, 2024

The Statement of Activities—commonly referred to as an SOA—is one of four essential financial statements for nonprofit organizations. This statement is crucial for demonstrating how effectively your nonprofit manages its resources. Continuous learning opportunities keep your knowledge base fresh and relevant.

Activities 83

Activities Active Activism Comparison 83

Qgiv

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

A nonprofit branding strategy is a plan for how you want your organization to be perceived by the public. It includes your organization’s mission, vision, values, and unique selling proposition. Increase awareness of your organization and its mission. Strengthen your organization’s reputation. Be authentic.

Strategy 110

Strategy Tips Nonprofit Conservancy 110

EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

While an RFP may look like a regular document with a list of things to do and brainstorm, an effective one breaks down a project (usually a big one) into parts and set out dates and milestones to get that project done. Starting with the problem or need offers context for why you’re issuing this RFP. Don’t skip the budget.

Action 199

Action Proposal Nonprofit Consultant 199

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 6, 2018

Designing the meeting so it is effective and encourages team-building can be tricky. How to Design an Effective Staff Retreat: A Lesson from Life – Guest Post by Karen Axelson from ETR. When is the last time your organization held a staff retreat? It’s rare for us to see everyone in the organization, all at one time.

Design 90

Design Lesson Effective Life 90

.orgSource

MARCH 20, 2023

The team is using the new analytics software to plan more effective outreach initiatives. There is no near-term end to monitoring and updating issues like these: Identifying manual processes that should be automated. Your CMS, LMS, and AMS are chatting happily together. And, members are enjoying your responsive and customized approach.

Digital 221

Digital Gartner Leadership Adopt 221

.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

Cultivating continuous learning—Identifying what you don’t know and striving to fill the knowledge gaps. We leveraged our connections during COVID by organizing a weekly call to convene the key players. Today, in Milwaukee, the group has gone on to consider public safety, another issue that’s critical for restaurants.

Milwaukee 221

Milwaukee Wisconsin Associations Lesson 221

Forum One

JANUARY 19, 2023

It serves as the digital face of your organization and is the main source of knowledge about the programs and issues you work on. This global ecosystem serves as the digital brand and voice of your organization, as well as the main source of knowledge about the programs and issues you work on, and the audience you are reaching.

Websites 60

Websites Change Management Digital Government 60

EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here! Here’s what they said.

Advocacy 143

Advocacy Local Audience Poll 143

Greater Giving

JUNE 1, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore the concept of LGBTQIA+ philanthropy, discuss the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals, and highlight the crucial role of philanthropy in addressing these issues. These systemic issues can lead to higher rates of mental health struggles, homelessness, and isolation within the LGBTQIA+ community.

Philanthropy 75

Philanthropy Giving Advocacy Awareness 75

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

If you haven’t already, we hope you’ll check out this free library of resources that are designed to help nonprofit professionals establish and champion diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity (DEAI) initiatives within their organizations. You can reach our team at dei@bloomerang.co.

Accessibility 78

Accessibility Resource Build Library 78

Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

And in most civil cases (typically those covering issues of housing, family, and consumer law), people represent themselves because there is generally no right to legal counsel in civil matters. CARPLS Legal Aid is the largest provider of free legal services in Chicago, and we believe no one should have to deal with their legal issue alone.

Illinois 111

Illinois Network Build Chicago 111

Nimble AMS

AUGUST 25, 2021

Get your free copy of the AMS selection guide with tips and tricks to making the best tech decision for your organization. Since we all work in the same company, we have combined knowledge, insights, and tools that are unmatched in the association industry. We don't call it "the ultimate guide" for nothing. Download now. Visibility.

Associations 123

Associations Industry Studies Benchmark 123

sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Here are a few: More Effective Decisions : It makes sense to involve the people impacted by philanthropic dollars in setting strategy and making grants! Who knows better than the people who are living the issues what will work best to address them? But it doesn’t look the same for every organization and for every stakeholder.

Participatory 133

Participatory Model Grant Fund 133

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 23, 2024

Having one (or more) active and highly functioning advisory committees fosters resilience, creativity, and even resource development for your organization. Unlike the board of directors, which has oversight of the organization, advisory committees don’t have any oversight of the organization.

Voice 90

Voice Community Structure Nonprofit 90

Candid

MARCH 27, 2024

It’s one way to get inside the minds of people who use Candid’s GuideStar to discover organizations aligned with their values. Nonprofits can earn Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum Seals of Transparency , depending on how much information your organization shares in its profile.

Profile 52

Profile Search Trend Museum 52

Forum One

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Now that Google Analytics (GA4) has officially replaced Universal Analytics, many mission-driven organizations are not loving the new normal. Let’s address the key issues of concern and find that silver lining in order to move towards impact. Key issues of concern (i.e., Key issues of concern (i.e.,

Analytics 75

Analytics Museum University Google 75

Kindful

AUGUST 9, 2021

Foundations in the United States focus their funding priorities on many different issues. Education is one of the more popular issues that many foundations focus on. These organizations are currently offering grant and funding opportunities and/or accepting letters of inquiry or project ideas. . Funding Priority: Education.

Education 111

Education Grant Fund Resource 111

Candid

MAY 26, 2022

It also brings the knowledge that even if COVID-19 was to be eradicated, the damage the pandemic has done, and the inequities it has exposed, will take decades to repair. . This year, we are asking funders to recognize that sustained financial attention is at the heart of effective recovery from the pandemic. Flex your funding.

Philanthropy 111

Philanthropy Disaster Ukraine Local 111

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 22, 2023

Each book chapter examines one of the ten core principles of bridgebuilding , and each chapter features practical tips and dynamic case studies of how effective leaders have put each of the ten bridgebuilding principles to work. Create a culture of knowledge sharing. No one organization can go it alone on most modern issues.

Government 52

Government Chapter Case Study Problem 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

I got to meet the dynamic NPower Seattle executive director Alison Carl White who talked passionately about her organization’s mission and programs. The survey asked participants to share a story that illustrates how social media has brought value to their organization. It’s a design challenge.

Knowledge 97

Knowledge Seattle Social Media Measure 97

Bloomerang

MARCH 29, 2023

These issues include climate-related disasters, diseases, poverty, and other problems that present major roadblocks to peace and prosperity. Then, we’ll review how your organization can promote volunteerism in your community and manage volunteers effectively. Let’s take a closer look at this phenomenon!

History 91

History Benefit Guide United States 91