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Leading from Experience: Why Diversity Is Critical for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

When I stepped into the leadership role at Chicago Scholars more than a year ago, I began searching for other nonprofit leaders of color so we could share and learn from our common experiences in navigating the nonprofit landscape.

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Delivering a Better Volunteer Experience: 5 Tips for Nonprofits

Volunteer Hub

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. Even though the value of volunteerism is known, creating a positive and fulfilling volunteer experience can be challenging for nonprofits.

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How nonprofits can benefit from knowledge management

Socialbrite

Can your team take advantage of the new breed of knowledge management tools? The knowledge and experience its people bring will determine its institutional knowledge and dictate the direction in which it needs to head. This knowledge is ever-changing and needs to be both accessible and adaptable. Tacit knowledge.

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How can small nonprofits be successful in strategic human resources management?

ASU Lodestar Center

The nonprofit sector is built on human resources (HR): the energy, efficiency and passion of its employees. Strategic human resources management (SHRM) is a fundamental factor in making the best use of these resources. But nonprofit leaders at all levels can still pursue SHRM systems, even with limited time and resources.

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The Fundraising Authority - Untitled Article

The Fundraising Authority

I was thrilled to have an opportunity to speak to the work of The Fundraising Authority and my experience in the nonprofit industry. . NXUnite connects leaders in the mission-driven space with the resources and people they need for their organization to thrive. Want to hear what I (and my fellow panelists) had to say? .

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Funding & Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On Senior Care

Bloomerang

Our funder list below focuses on funding for those prioritizing senior care, opportunities and resources for elderly individuals, and for researchers focused on concerns that affect the elderly. Grant Research Tip: When searching for funding, it is important not to overlook potential federal or state resources. Areas served: US.

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Build a Successful Team, Know Where Your People Thrive

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Here’s an illustration of this idea from my experience. Sue” was tapped to head the department because of her knowledge of the current AMS and her passion for, and scrupulous maintenance of, the data. She was so protective of “her” data that she had trouble inviting anyone who she deemed less knowledgeable into the conversation.

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