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Advancing Equity in Philanthropy with Resolve and Resilience: A Call to Action

sgEngage

Even though laws and structures are often driven from the top down, it is a combination of top-down leadership and grassroots movements that create sustainable change. These biases are built into the very fabric of the laws and institutions in which we work and live.

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The 10 roles and responsibilities of a nonprofit Board of Directors

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In other words, your Board should help you see problems before they occur, they should evaluate how well things are working, and they should help you find new and better solutions. Ultimately, your Board is responsible for making sure that the nonprofit is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

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What Nonprofits Need to Know About the New Overtime Ruling

Blue Fox

Over the past month, we’ve answered these questions a lot: How will changes to the federal overtime law will affect my organization? Before we delve into how the new overtime law affects the nonprofit industry, know that not all states have the same guidelines. It’s time to evaluate your people resources.

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100+ Fundraising Tasks for Your Nonprofit’s Board

Nonprofit Tech for Good

This can include large Fortune 500 companies or even local law firms, smaller companies, business-to-business suppliers, or retailers. If the organization does not have pro-bono legal support, you can approach law firms in your state for help. Check your state laws to make sure you are in compliance. Canvas door-to-door.

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Is Clubhouse the Right Application for Your Social Media Plan?

Forum One

This spring, we’ve been evaluating some of the new social platforms on the market to see if there is anything new that would help elevate nonprofit and/or public sector missions. Provides free access to thought leadership and global collaboration. Data security & privacy law. A reprieve from video fatigue.

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What grantmaking practices should foundations adopt to best support nonprofit organizations?

ASU Lodestar Center

posted by Jessica Tudyk Fall 2020 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management. The leadership of the foundation should prioritize and focus on being a good partner to nonprofit organizations. Evaluate to learn. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Set clear policies. Be a good partner. Bivins Foundation in Amarillo, Texas.

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Executive Director Management: The Board’s Top 5 Responsibilities

Bloomerang

Unhealthy leadership cultures are often evidenced by one of two polarized governance styles: micromanagement or rubberstamping. How does the ED’s leadership style impact the internal work environment? What laws might impact the firing process? The board governance model is one of four primary nonprofit governance models.