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Thursday Thoughts: attracting passionate nonprofit advocates

EveryAction

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.  A full-service marketing and creative agency, Media Cause helps nonprofits accelerate their impact.

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Raise the Board’s Financial IQ

.orgSource

To adequately fulfill the three duties of a nonprofit board member —Care, Loyalty, and Obedience—a solid understanding of the organization’s financial activities is needed. Financial literacy workshops. Auditors can also be asked to explain the basics of nonprofit accounting as well as the significance of IRS Form 990.

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Dilbert’s Social Media Policy and Reflections from Palo Alto Community Fund Workshop

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Last evening, I had the pleasure of presenting a Networked Nonprofit mini-workshop for a group of about 50 local nonprofits and government agencies in Palo Alto hosted by the Palo Alto Community Fund. I covered a few themes from the Networked Nonprofit, specifically social culture, transparency, and simplicity in part 1.

Policy 94
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[Breaking News] An Extraordinary Funding Opportunity For Nonprofits To Preserve Local Journalism

Bloomerang

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward.

Journal 91
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The DEIAB Dilemma: How To Make Your Board More Inclusive

Allegiance Group

Many in the philanthropic community desire that nonprofits reflect the communities they serve—including everyone from volunteers and donors to staff, executives, and the board. Cherry and Dr. Renee Rubin Ross are nonprofit consultants who often work together to conduct DEIAB training and workshops. What policies are in place?

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Reflections from Networked Nonprofit Workshop for Latin American NGOs

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I just returned from doing two days of facilitating a Networked Nonprofit training in Mexico City with Oxfam Mexico and participants from offices throughout Latin America, South America, and Caribbean. The workshop was a tango dance between English and Spanish — and it worked!

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5 Qualities That Make Someone A Successful Nonprofit Board Member

Bloomerang

Nonprofit organizations depend on dedicated and effective board members to fulfill their mission and drive positive change in their communities. In this discussion, we will explore the essential qualities and responsibilities that make someone a successful nonprofit board member.