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Soft Skills Support Hard Leadership Challenges

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Providing personal support, fosters a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and transparency.” I was eager to hear Sue’s ideas about the importance of focusing the board on qualities like empathy, self-knowledge, and strong social skills to build a productive environment. “In But it’s a two-way street.

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Beyond the Newest Philanthropy Buzzword: Knowledge Work Is Core to Equitable Change

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Today, knowledge work is coming into fashion in foundations and the nonprofit sector. Knowledge work is growing because it sits at an important intersection between grantmaking and equitable change. How the sector understands and engages in knowledge work is crucial to the success of philanthropic efforts.

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Beyond the RFP: How to Choose Technology Partners for Impact

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I think this problem, RFPs vs. Impact, is solvable, but we need to explore new approaches to partnering with technologists who are responsible for contributing to the development, application, and advancement of social sector technologies. RFPs are inadequate solutions to foster transparency and build a more inclusive sector.

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Philanthropic collaboratives are finding ways to more effectively measure impact

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Measuring and learning at the intersection of donors, grantees, and systems Let’s look at how philanthropic collaboratives can equitably and effectively measure, evaluate, and learn in the pursuit of greater impact. A collaborative may seek a particular mix of grantees designed to maximize the impact it seeks.

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Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact Ever been to a nonprofit event that left you in awe and inspired to make a difference? Engage supporters : Events let you connect with your supporters in person, helping you build stronger bonds and a sense of community.

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Small Team, Big Impact: How to Fundraise Efficiently with Limited Resources

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Small Team, Big Impact: How to Fundraise Efficiently with Limited Resources In the heart of every small nonprofit or community-driven initiative is a mission fueled by passion, dedication, and the unwavering belief in making a significant impact.

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Are Marketing and Membership at Opposite Poles? Take the Journey to Collaboration

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After these fundamental issues are identified and outlined, the staff, using their knowledge about available financial and human resources, sets the objectives that will realize the board’s vision. Integrated planning gives departments, like membership and marketing, a format for collaboration on agendas and goals.