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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

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But for the rest of us, ensuring that volunteer leaders are up to speed on the numbers is a significant responsibility. Even when board members come to the job with some financial background, they may not be familiar with nonprofit accounting standards , their new leadership responsibilities, or your organization’s statements.

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How to Create a Volunteer Handbook Your Volunteers Will Use

Get Fully Funded

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. A volunteer handbook gives volunteers the information they need about the organization and its mission, and answers any common questions they may have.

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Thursday Thoughts: attracting passionate nonprofit advocates

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When you have a goal to meet—like asking a governing body to sign a bill into law, telling a CEO or other stakeholder to change a behavior or policy, or meeting goals around educating decision-makers on your issue area—you know you can’t do it alone. Check out our last installment here ! Here’s what our expert partners said.

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8 Vital Reasons Why Your Nonprofit Should Work with a Professional Employer Organization

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Human resources (HR) is an essential aspect of any organization, as they are instrumental in recruiting, screening, hiring, training, and paying employees. In fact, you may like the flexibility, professionality, and culpability a Professional Employer Organization provides! Why are PEOs Important for Businesses?

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Help Your Helpers! Top Tips for Managing Volunteers

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Many nonprofits work in tandem with volunteers to move their mission forward and keep expenses down. Engaging volunteers helps get the word out about your mission, since most volunteers share their passion with their personal and professional networks. Recruit Like Your Mission Depends on It.

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From Stories to Support: The Nonprofit’s Guide to Acquiring and Using Testimonials

The Modern Nonprofit

They serve as powerful tools for building trust and authenticity, showcasing real-life impacts of your organization’s work. Impactful Testimonials The most powerful testimonials are those that are relatable, specific, and convey a clear before-and-after transformation due to your organization’s intervention.

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October Cause Awareness: National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Two years later, Congress passed Public Law 101-112, officially designating the month of October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Every year since then, Congress has passed similar laws, declaring October to be National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Donate to support their work here.