Qgiv

JULY 17, 2023

Your team may be grappling with questions like, “How do we transform words on the page into reality?” Adaptive process – building a structure to continuously evaluate and make changes to your process to address newly identified issues. One important thing to address is how to question without making others defensive.

Activities 97

Activities Active Activism Organization 97

AccelEvents

JULY 16, 2021

With the support of the information systems team, the talent team worked to document internal processes, procedures, and company structures in order to satisfy the audit. For four months, our team worked with auditors from Armanino , one of the top accounting firms in the nation, to answer that question for Accelevents.

Organization 98

Organization Structure Guidelines Evaluation 98

M+R

JULY 6, 2023

Our recommendation: If your org or campaign has been struggling with the question of “What to do about Twitter,” it makes a lot of sense to try out Threads. (As of this writing, Threads has surpassed 30 million sign-ups in less than 24 hours. By comparison, Twitter has 400 million users…amassed over 15 years.) You can stay private.

Twitter 102

Twitter Org Meme Alternative 102

Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The drivers of hunger include conflict, climate collapse, and chronic structural inequality that systematically excludes vulnerable communities from decision-making and benefits some to the detriment of most. Ending hunger – especially by 2030 to achieve the United Nations’ Zero Hunger goal — can seem overwhelming.

Collaboration 76

Collaboration Challenge Hunger Kenya 76

Kindful

JUNE 8, 2021

Take advantage of National Literacy Month. You should also discuss policies and allow ample time for questions and answers. It’s a snapshot of mission, organizational structure, new programs, revenue and expenses by program, overall financial status, and the health of any nonprofit. Take advantage of National Literacy Month.

Build 109

Build Literacy Nonprofit Exercise 109

Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

This trend poses two important questions: Will people embrace and use it to make complicated processes (like writing grant proposals) easier? Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for a long time, but the use of recent technologies— like ChatGPT— is new and still being explored.

Trend 98

Trend Demographics Philanthropy Generation 98

sgEngage

AUGUST 9, 2022

From this learning, I was left with the question, “How can collaborations thrive when everyone feels that they are “unique”? Our work in social impact and philanthropy is full of potential to create a more meaningful impact, and social change is interconnected and interdependent at the local, national, and global levels.

Collaboration 81

Collaboration Foundation Test Skills 81

Bloomerang

JUNE 2, 2021

Communications plans help offer structure and strategy that can save you time and energy in the long run, while getting your desired objectives accomplished. Think about them in terms of these guiding questions: What community issues/personal trials does your organization address and how do you address them? Read part 1 and part 2.

Communication 121

Communication Storytelling Indianapolis Indiana 121

Candid

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The National Network of Fiscal Sponsors (NNFS) is a leading fiscal sponsor association. Don’t be shy, ask questions! You should know the sponsor’s fee structure and included services. Ask the fiscal sponsor for references and verify that other projects are happy working with them. Alignment brings success. Know the costs.

Sponsor 98

Sponsor Project Info Professional 98

sgEngage

OCTOBER 20, 2023

In its 2023–2024 Trendbook, the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) estimates that net tuition revenue—tuition minus financial aid—makes up 79% of independent schools’ income. By clearly outlining the expenses, families have fewer billing questions and are more apt to pay on time. Providing late fees for a reason.

Time 85

Time Blackbaud Policy Structure 85

M+R

JUNE 5, 2023

As incredible as they might sound, these are just a few of the new “children’s rights laws” that could become a reality under a new United Nations program if fully implemented by the Carter administration. Five minutes ago, you probably weren’t thinking about the UN and their “radical anti-family forces.” Looking for benchmarks?

Conservancy 81

Conservancy Influence Mail Headline 81

NTEN

MARCH 5, 2010

We're asking them all to share their answers to five very important questions. Faith based organizations -- both local and national -- tend to operate in their own silos, rather than to see themselves as part of the larger nonprofit community. Speaker: Lisa Colton, Darim Online. Adjusting job descriptions.

Social Media 78

Social Media Question Community Media 78

Forum One

AUGUST 24, 2022

Questions to ask when developing a narrative change strategy. Before creating narratives and messages, you need to define and determine how and why the narratives need to be created by asking the following questions: What is the narrative you want to advance? What messages can be used to move your narrative?

Change 46

Change Strategy Attitude Policy 46

Achieve

AUGUST 25, 2022

Pair verbal and visual presentation elements to answer team members’ questions and to clear up complex topics. . Many experts recommend grabbing a pen and paper to sketch out your presentation’s format and structure. You can plan well-run. team meetings. Delivering better internal presentations. . Design appealing visual elements.

Skills 96

Skills Public Help Grant 96

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 6, 2021

As stated by the National Council of Nonprofits , embracing DEI as an organizational value will provide positive outcomes in direct services and capacity building, but if those strategies are not relevant to the individuals and communities they serve, impact will not reach its full potential.

Strategy 98

Strategy Help Demographics Environment 98

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 29, 2010

A strong example of this work was shown on October 18th when Benetech statistical consultant Daniel Guzmán presented expert legal testimony in the trial of two former agents of the Guatemalan National Police, Abraham Lancerio Gómez and Héctor Roderico Ramírez. You can read more about the case at [link].

Guatemala 145

Guatemala Statistics National Analysis 145

Qgiv

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Q: Tell us a bit more about The Alford Group TAG: The Alford Group is a national, full-service, equity-forward consultancy serving nonprofits in nearly every state in the country. Provides National Leadership We have advanced the mission and impact of over 3,000 clients and worked in nearly every state across the country.

Group 52

Group Chicago Tag Consultant 52

sgEngage

JUNE 16, 2022

Trying to answer questions with stale and possibly incorrect data can lower donors’ trust—and their interest in supporting the organization again. The nonprofit leadership can create different approval paths and reporting structures to make sure funds are spent appropriately.

Fund 74

Fund Management Cancer Foundation 74

Twenty Hats

MARCH 9, 2021

In a normal year, my core focus is on day-of-event volunteer recruitment for the National MS Society. Hike MS is the only event of its kind with the National MS Society. As long as there is some basic structure in place, the process should run smoothly. It’s not easy! My first step was to identify staff needs.

Roles 70

Roles Process Volunteer Colorado 70

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Question: I am the interested in starting a public charity, and I want to legally protect my influence and ability to control the affairs of the organization. Do you have questions about starting, governing, managing or operating a nonprofit organization? Alternative Structure. How can I do this? Burden or Opportunity?

Public 71

Public Charity Structure Arizona 71

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

In its first year, #GivingTuesday, a national effort initiated by the 92ndY and the U.N. In the lead-up to the December 3rd event, the question of how to extend a day of giving into a giving season? It answers many questions hosts may have about planning, implementing, and evaluating the day.

Giving 96

Giving Texas Philanthropy Hosting 96

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

What questions should you ask before starting a nonprofit? Before taking the steps to start a nonprofit, ask yourself these questions: What need or problem will the nonprofit address? Vision statement Answers the question: What will the world look like if your nonprofit’s mission succeeds?

Nonprofit 90

Nonprofit Files Policy Software 90

Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

The reactionary funding of Black leaders and communities raises a critical question: what is possible when we build sustainable funding ecosystems that affirm the genius of Black leaders and sufficiently resource them to develop and deploy world-changing solutions?

Green 98

Green Pledge Alternative Fund 98

Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2021

The same historical and cultural structures that have held back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in so many aspects of our lives are also mirrored in much of the nonprofit sector. This can include incentive structures, remembering DEI in programming, speakers, professional development, etc. By: Yolanda F.

Strategy 82

Strategy Fundraising Philanthropy Nonprofit 82

sgEngage

APRIL 21, 2021

While the approach isn’t necessarily new, it was catapulted into the national spotlight early last year, when the onset of a global pandemic pushed many in philanthropy to recognize the importance of trusting the leadership of nonprofits and communities.

Adopt 75

Adopt Philanthropy Tips Script 75

Bloomerang

JUNE 12, 2021

I always ask how their organization is, but just as important a question is: How are they? When you neglect your social structures, you worry about it, which then causes more stress and resentment at your work, in turn lowering your productivity. Barely a day goes by when I don’t contact a friend in the nonprofit sector.

Industry 118

Industry Problem Authoring Exercise 118

Museum 2.0

MAY 3, 2010

Last week, I attended Structure Lab , a half-day workshop on legal and financial structures for ventures for social good. The Structure Lab is set up as a "game" in which you explore cards in various categories (values, assets, financing, etc.) to better articulate what you are really trying to do with your project concept.

Structure 31

Structure Model Social Profit 31

Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Your work behind the scenes is to establish a structure—plans, systems and processes—by which the nonprofit may reach its advancement goals. Do the necessary market research to learn which foundations—local, regional and national—are funding nonprofits like yours. Organized recordkeeping is key.

Professional 77

Professional Leadership Develop Proposal 77

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you’re likely due for a rewrite. In addition to asking how donors want to be communicated with and if they are interested in specific program updates, you should ask high-level questions to find out how they feel about your work and mission. Do you offer any new programs?

Examples 95

Examples Language Iowa Nonprofit 95

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Here is the first critical question to ask before you do anything else: WHY will your nonprofit exist? Sit down and write out the answers to these questions. As you consider these questions, here are two important exercises that will help you clarify your vision and goals: 1. This will help you gain clarity of mission.

Nonprofit 111

Nonprofit gMail Money Foundation 111

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Once your website is designed and structured according to this technique, it becomes easier to update it when those needs change by asking these questions: Which tasks don’t apply anymore? The answers to these questions will help guide your design decisions anytime you encounter organizational changes… or global pandemics.

Technique 325

Technique Design Websites Brain 325

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

The nexus for this work is the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the United Nations agency that deals with such matters. The Stakeholders Platform and the TIGAR project were time-limited and needed to be replaced by a new structure. I’ve been to national meetings in the U.S.

Accessibility 247

Accessibility License Copyright Library 247

Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

The National Association for College Admission Counseling reported in 2015 that 36% of first-time freshmen apply to seven or more colleges. That means your university is competing with many other higher education institutions across the nation that are all catering to your potential students.

Education 44

Education Content Strategy Texas 44

Deborah Elizabeth Finn

JANUARY 28, 2018

As far as I can ascertain, this series was the first in which grant makers and nonprofit grant recipients came together in equal numbers and met as peers for reflective structured dialogue. Making “I don’t know” an acceptable response to a question. Meanwhile, I’d like to offer my own recommendations.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Grant Data Boston 52

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Ensure Legal and Ethical Integrity and Maintain Accountability The Board is responsible for making sure that the nonprofit operates with the laws that govern it at the local, state, and national level. it’s the IRS), and renewing solicitation permits.

Roles 116

Roles Director Evaluation Government 116

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. National LGBTQ Task Force / Detroit, MI / $500. Fundraising & Grants.

Calendar 111

Calendar Conference Las Vegas San Diego 111

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MAY 12, 2009

These were the questions that inspired my relationship with Marta Sanabria, the supervisor of Special Education of Puerto Rico who invited Bookshare to perform trainings for teachers, parents and agency workers on the island. One of the teachers enjoyed the training so much that he gave me his Puerto Rican national baseball cap!

Puerto Rico 100

Puerto Rico United States Student Library 100