Forum One

JANUARY 17, 2024

Here’s what we’re seeing as the biggest priorities for our partners across the nonprofit and government space to address this year. At this sea-change moment, we’re working with organizations to set holistic AI strategies and governance as part of their core organizational strategies, not just digital strategy.

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VisionLink

DECEMBER 1, 2009

This gets interesting at the intersection of charitable or nonprofit support, and government sponsored support. Complex statutes and policies govern privacy rights and the competing claims for the public''s health and safety. Indeed, how information can or should be shared with governmental agencies varies across jurisdiction.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 29, 2023

You want your donors to trust your work, your impact, your stewardship of resources, and your connection to the community, and stand out in a sea of information. Transparent organizations tend to be stronger organizations across a range of governance, financial, and operational dimensions. But not all nonprofits are created equal.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 17, 2023

A product, whether in the for-profit, nonprofit, or government sector, is a powerful tool that delivers a valuable service to a specific audience. For nonprofits and government agencies, products serve the same purpose but with a different focus.

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.orgSource

MARCH 14, 2023

Everything was immediately canceled so that we could help the restaurant community through the crisis at hand,” Kristine noted. That trust building between our members and government officials continues today.” Maintaining Community Association professionals at the Leadership ColLAB. That day, all our plans blew out the window.

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Milwaukee Story Share Wisconsin 221

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 22, 2020

By Annisa Wanat , an independent consultant who works to strengthen the capacity of mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals more strategically by providing customized solutions in leadership, management, and communications. Sample Google Drive Structure Available for Download. 1) Demonstrate Transparency. FULL BIO ].

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2023

These movements typically don’t start with a structured entity, but with inspired individuals who see what needs to change in their communities and decide to act on it. Our “boots on the ground” colleagues are often working alongside community leaders to help residents advocate for change.

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Hunger Cancer Kenya Structure 106

ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 21, 2013

The core story, as told by nearly 6,000 respondents, is of a fragile balancing act between rising community need and shrinking or stagnant resources for social programs. Particularly in the last several years, in the wake of the financial crisis, organizations have struggled with a variety of challenges related to government support.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Nonprofit organizations are beginning to use indirect costs more frequently in their budgeting processes, whether or not they are pursuing government grants. For example, Colleen is a program director at the local community center that offers senior programs and afterschool programs for youth. operating costs).

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Rate Question Government Fund 83

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

But the reality is that these people won’t necessarily be effective in a governance role. It is my hope that you will be able to implement these lessons to increase the efficacy of your own board, furthering its ability to serve your organization as well as your communities. Takeaway 3: The board needs training.

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Lesson Effective Create Nonprofit 96

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

You see, your nonprofit’s Board is ultimately responsible for your organization, interfacing between your organization and the community. It’s also responsible for making sure the organization meets its regulatory responsibilities and files appropriate paperwork with government agencies. Plain and simple.

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Roles Director Evaluation Government 116

.orgSource

JULY 10, 2023

But, our community doesn’t get the credit it deserves for invention. Does your governance structure help or hinder your progress towards goals? The association industry has a reputation for clinging to traditions as stubbornly as Linus hugs his trademark blanket. Critical Questions What is your association’s value proposition?

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Advice Course Associations Change 170

ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 28, 2013

As income disparity continues to grow , many nonprofits are struggling to meet overwhelming community need amid the stark realities of funding cuts. Five years later, temporary stimulus funding has come and gone, replaced instead by ongoing cuts to government funding. This is a challenge for both nonprofits and government officials.

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Government Research New York Homeless 85

Neon CRM

JANUARY 19, 2024

From traditional fundraising methods like membership drives and community events to embracing crowdfunding or corporate partnerships , your plan should include a variety of revenue sources that go beyond simply collecting membership dues. Start by outlining your organizational structures. Don’t stop there!

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Associations Practice Strategy Leadership 52

Forum One

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The Davey Award winners have been announced, and we’re proud to say that Forum One and our amazing clients have officially won 10 awards in website and app design for nonprofits, health, government, cultural institutions, and more. Forum One worked with the National Rural Health Resource Center to design their new website in Drupal 9.

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Award Museum Kansas City Drupal 92

Forum One

DECEMBER 30, 2021

As you look forward to 2022, you can watch or listen to a few of our webinars that our community enjoyed the most. Website Modernization: Migrating to Digital Government Services. Impact means getting comfortable with measuring complex concepts, such as “increase a feeling of inclusivity in a community” or “improve overall well-being.”

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Drupal Government Measure Digital 65

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 6, 2021

Unlike a Governing Board, often called a Board of Directors, an Advisory Board has no decision-making authority and does not issue directives or have fiduciary responsibility. Giving Advice The most obvious role for a nonprofit Advisory Board is to give advice to the Governing Board and staff.

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Roles Nonprofit Government Advice 111

Whole Whale

MARCH 22, 2022

The 2022 crisis in Ukraine has shown that the crypto community can be moved to give at unprecedented levels as some estimates show that over $80M has been donated in just the first month of the conflict ( Crypto Donations for Ukraine Cross $83 Million Led by Ethereum & Bitcoin ). Belief in community-run/owned decentralized structures.

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Donor Difference Ukraine Podcast 52

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 requires changing political, economic, and social power structures. We start with what’s strong.”

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Collaboration Challenge Hunger Kenya 76

Tech Soup

DECEMBER 7, 2010

The project is called Fast-Forward New Mexico (FFNM) and they're working with the New Mexico State Library in order to help spread broadband access and know-how through 17 different libraries to increasingly underserved and disenfranchised communities across the state. read more.

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Accessibility New Mexico Mexico Community 47

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The board governance model is one of four primary nonprofit governance models. These organizations are structured to grant the power of governance to the board of directors and power of Executive Director management. An organization transitions into a “governing board” model when an ED is hired.

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Director Management Government Model 90

fusionSpan

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

From managing membership and events to driving ecommerce , member engagement , and data reporting, Fonteva has the comprehensive functionality to deliver on the needs of your membership community. As one of the core components of how you manage and engage your membership community, your AMS needs regular, ongoing management.

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Service Management System Tech 52

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

There is no shortage of highly talented leaders coming from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities, and many of them lead from within the nonprofit sector. we all know nonprofits rely on a combination of government grants, philanthropic donations, and earned income to support their operations.

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Accessibility Challenge Leadership Tips 104

Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

For example, a growth or decrease in individual giving might be vitally important to your nonprofit but totally irrelevant to others (like those primarily funded by government sources.) While I am happy to share my perspective, trends are, by nature, always changing and have varying impacts depending on your nonprofit’s function.

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Trend Demographics Philanthropy Generation 98

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Does the community have a strong need for this nonprofit? Make sure that by starting a new nonprofit, you’ll be able to fulfill an unmet need in the community. Does the community seem excited about your nonprofit idea? Look into relevant laws regarding starting a nonprofit in your community.

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Nonprofit Files Policy Software 80

Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

federal government, corporations, and donations through donor-advised funds (DAFs) and online platforms. . Philanthropy plays a crucial role in helping communities prepare for and respond to global disasters and supports the long-term recovery that individuals and communities face after disasters. In it, we examined?available?2019?data

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Based on the size and structure of your organization, you will be required to files one of the following 990 returns: Reinforcing Your Mission with Financial Transparency: Annual 990 returns don’t have to be a stressful annual chore. A 990 return is a snapshot of your organization’s financial health. and others.

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Create Files Grant Report 84

Classy

JUNE 21, 2021

This campaign was structured as a registration with fundraising event, which encourages event attendees to also fundraise on top of their event registration. Best of Benedict’s Giving Day is structured as a peer-to-peer campaign with the options to donate or fundraise on behalf of a team.

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Campaign Fundraising Cancer Contest 128

ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 10, 2016

Collaboration is emerging as a popular vehicle to solve complicated problems that our communities face. The remedy though is a lengthy and exhaustive processing of mission, purpose, vision, establishing of roles, sharing of strengths and weaknesses, preparation for power imbalances and conflicts, structure and governance, and planning.

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Collaboration Training Train Impact 40

sgEngage

MAY 25, 2023

The Funder’s Role in Risk Funders—by which I mean donors, foundations, impact investors, and government agencies that grant financial support—disincentivize risk in a few ways. I can guess this happens in every community, and it is frightening. Maybe our community doesn’t know how to think in bold, innovative ways.”

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Problem Skills Proposal Grant 74

sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The data collected is usually owned by the grantmaker, not questioned, and not shared back with the grantee or any larger community. For issues with this, check out Vu Le’s 2015 post “ Weaponized data: How the obsession with data has been hurting marginalized communities.” Consider: Who defines objectives and “success”?

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Participatory Evaluation Empowerment Grant 82

sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Essence of knowledge After more than two decades in the knowledge field—located at various times in community program evaluation, academia and philanthropy—I have come to the conclusion that our biggest problem in maximizing knowledge work is that we too often conflate knowledge with learning. Fast forward to today….

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Knowledge Philanthropy Change Work 67

ASU Lodestar Center

JUNE 15, 2022

If an organization is willing to invest in a positive and extensive support structure, it is likely leadership will follow. A diverse board of directors can bring a realistic view of the community, strengthen the organization's connection and credibility to its constituency, improve fundraising and assist with grants distribution.

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Skills Colorado Retention Rate 52

Qgiv

MARCH 11, 2024

Even so, it’s possible that you’ve noticed a need in your community for something that could be helped through charitable efforts, and now you’re inspired to start your own nonprofit. Their goals are often focused on helping others in need and bettering their community. What does your community have to say?

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Files Nonprofit Guide Law 52

Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

Clear goals and a detailed timeline will give the necessary direction and structure to your advocacy campaign. As you develop community relationships, you can leverage your network to run a larger campaign down the line. In general, use this structure for best results: Map out a story arc. What policies have they supported?

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Advocacy Campaign Tips Storytelling 130

Forum One

JANUARY 19, 2023

Establish new digital governance and implement change management Creating, maintaining, and evolving an effective online digital presence for your organization can’t be done by your communications department alone. This framework is known as digital governance. Planning to redesign your site? Let’s talk. Get in touch today.

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Websites Change Management Digital Government 61

ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 24, 2012

When starting a nongovernmental organization (NGO) in a community other than your own, it is important to recognize that there are cultural barriers (try to call these "opportunities") to consider. These experiences also taught us that it is important to abandon the notion that we were engaged in a “community” improvement project.

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