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Good Governance Makes Data the Asset It Should Be

.orgSource

The post Good Governance Makes Data the Asset It Should Be appeared first on.orgSource. Two-point-five quintillion bytes of data are generated online daily, according to SaaS Scout Research Group. Data is the meta product of every sale. With each transaction, […].

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5 Governance Tips for Nonprofit Directors

NonProfit PRO

Nonprofit directors play a vital role in making sure a nonprofit’s governance structure is functioning and healthy. Here are five tips for contributing to a healthy governance structure.

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7 Tips for Building a Strong Board of Governance

NonProfit PRO

Now could mark the perfect time for a little spring cleaning for nonprofit organizations — specifically sprucing up an organization’s board of governance. To evaluate whether adjustments need to be made, nonprofits should first consider these seven best practices and tips for building a strong board of governance.

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Common-Sense Governance

NonProfit PRO

While nonprofit board management is complicated, some of the complications can be addressed through basic common sense. Here are a number of common sense and tested suggestions that may reduce at least some of the complications that can affect achieving nonprofit board success.

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A Lightweight (and Fun!) Approach to Data Governance

Association Analytics

Approach to Data Governance appeared first on Association Analytics. The post A Lightweight (and Fun!)

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Artificial Intelligence for Government

Forum One

There are a myriad of AI tools that exist now that can help to make government more efficient. Governments can look at healthcare costs, transportation flows, or visits to food banks to help gain faster insights and improve funding, training, or services. The post Artificial Intelligence for Government appeared first on Forum One.

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So Your Government Agency Needs a New Brand

Forum One

So your government agency needs a new brand? A strong, memorable brand can help a government agency stand out and communicate its values, mission, and services effectively to the public. When developing a new or updated government agency brand, there are several factors to consider.

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Experts Weigh In: Applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for Government

Forum One

I find the rapid developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) thrilling, with endless applications for our Forum One partners, but I know from discussions with my counterparts in government agencies that AI and ML can also be mystifying, and even scary. If there’s historic rain, who feels that impact the most?

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Nonprofit Boards: 7 Key Responsibilities for Good Governance

Wild Apricot

Learn about seven key responsibilities nonprofit boards must fulfill for successful governance. Nonprofit boards have legal and ethical duties to fulfill — do you know what they are?

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Government Grants for Nonprofits: Who is Eligible and How to Get One

Donorbox

Government grants can be an excellent and reliable source of income, but the application process can be time-consuming. There are several different types of government grants. This article will explain the benefits of getting a government grant, […]. Grants make up a significant percentage of many nonprofit budgets.

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Digital Transformation for Government Agencies

Forum One

Digital transformation or modernization for government agencies is about using new technologies to effectively change an agency’s ability to engage audiences and achieve its mission. Common challenges in government digital transformation pursuits include overlapping or redundant solutions and processes and siloed teams and communications.

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Support and Maintenance of Your University’s Salesforce Org: Leading Through Governance

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Now that you know how to place the right people in the right positions based on their skills to succeed, it is also important to ensure that you have implemented a governance model. So, what is Salesforce governance? Salesforce governance, specifically, includes three major components. Why Does Governance Matter?

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Government of Canada announces recipients of Canada’s Volunteer Awards

Charity Village

The Government of Canada announced the recipients of Canada’s Volunteer Awards which recognize volunteers who have made significant contributions to support their communities. The post Government of Canada announces recipients of Canada’s Volunteer Awards appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Why your association needs to adopt a data governance policy

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Does your association have a data governance policy? In our data-driven world, governance is crucial in maintaining the integrity, accuracy, and security of your organization’s data. Continue reading to learn how your association can adopt its own data governance policy and become a more data-driven organization.

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Ontario Government announces budget consultations are now open

Charity Village

The Ontario Government has announced that budget consultations are now open, a process in which nonprofit organizations are invited to take part. The post Ontario Government announces budget consultations are now open appeared first on CharityVillage. How nonprofits can participate in the consultation process: 1. Share your […].

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Government Websites on Drupal 9

Forum One

As Drupal 8 heads towards its end-of-life this November, we are starting to see more government websites on Drupal 9. This means that many government websites have already made the switch to Drupal 9, or are in process. For inspiration, let’s look at a few government websites we have helped successfully move to Drupal 9.

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Modernizing Government Legacy Systems

Forum One

The mission of government is to provide support, information, and services to citizens. This is when updating or modernizing government legacy systems with more scalable solutions becomes increasingly necessary. Security is, and will always be, a critical part of a functioning government IT system.

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Funding opportunities from the Ontario Government

Charity Village

Nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for funding from the Government of Ontario through Transfer Payment Ontario. The post Funding opportunities from the Ontario Government appeared first on CharityVillage.

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A Home in Government for Nonprofits in BC: An interview with Parliamentary Secretary Niki Sharma

Charity Village

In other words, the charitable sector in BC now had a “home in government”. The post A Home in Government for Nonprofits in BC: An interview with Parliamentary Secretary Niki Sharma appeared first on CharityVillage. She became […].

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Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Strengthen Link Between Nonprofit Sector and Federal Government

NonProfit PRO

Congresswoman Betty McCollum and Congressman Fred Upton have introduced the Nonprofit Sector Strength and Partnership Act of 2022, which aims to improve access to data about the nonprofit sector and leverage the mission of thousands of nonprofits to effectively work together.

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Governance, Governance, Governance

BoardAssist

Governance, Governance, Governance. The governance issues Cooper Union have recently faced have provided the latest reminder that in nonprofits the mantra should be governance, governance, governance. The post Governance, Governance, Governance appeared first on BoardAssist.

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Nonprofit Governance: Best Practices for Nonprofits

Donorbox

Nonprofit governance is simply the process of providing leadership to a nonprofit organization. The post Nonprofit Governance: Best Practices for Nonprofits appeared first on Nonprofit Blog. Truly effective […].

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How COVID-19 Changed the Nonprofit and Local Government Funding and Reporting Landscape

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If you’re a nonprofit or local government agency or work alongside them, there is a good chance you have seen an uptick in funding possibilities within your field. COVID-19 took the world by surprise, and along with it came a government response with unprecedented spending and a massive increase in grant funding.

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Looking Ahead to 2022: Three Keys to Nonprofit Governance Are Essential to Optimize Operations

NonProfit PRO

These are uniquely challenging times for nonprofits. Nonprofits can look internally to maximize potential and remain operational. For nonprofit leaders navigating this difficult season, here are three tips to get started today.

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Why do government agencies need strong brands?

Big Duck

The post Why do government agencies need strong brands? appeared first on Big Duck.

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Governance for Omnichannel Marketing

Forum One

In our 25 years of working with mission-driven organizations, we have seen that marketing efforts can struggle if there isn’t an effective governance framework to accompany them. Project delays, indecision, duplicated efforts, and responsibilities falling to the wayside are all symptoms of a strategy that lacks governance.

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Prioritizing an Inclusive Customer Experience in Government

Forum One

Late last year a new Executive Order focused attention on what many government agencies already strive to do: provide an efficient, reliable customer experience (CX) to citizens accessing government services like passports, social security, and small business loans. Not part of a government agency? Want more ideas? First Name.

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Government of Canada releases new resource toolkit in support of the 50 – 30 Challenge

Charity Village

In support of the 50 – 30 Challenge, the Government of Canada has launched the What Works Toolkit. The post Government of Canada releases new resource toolkit in support of the 50 – 30 Challenge appeared first on CharityVillage. Click here to download […]. Click here to download […].

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Government of Canada Surplus: Purchase office equipment and more!

Charity Village

The site sells a wide selection of Government surplus assets to the general public. The post Government of Canada Surplus: Purchase office equipment and more! GCSurplus is a part of Public Services and Procurement Canada. Nonprofits and charities are invited to bid on items such as office equipment, hand tools, cars, and more.

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How to Prepare For a Government Website Redesign

Forum One

Redesigning a government agency or department website is no small task. Here are the essential areas to focus on when taking on a government website redesign. Forum One works with local, state and federal government agencies. Forum One works with local, state and federal government agencies. This gets at the requirements.

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CharityVillage Connects: A Home in Government for the Nonprofit Sector

Charity Village

For years, many nonprofit leaders have been calling for better representation within the federal government. The hope is for a sector that has as great an impact on government policies as it does on the people and causes it serves. In this episode, we delve into the campaign for a federal “Home in Government” for […].

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Government of Canada accepting feedback on changes to annual disbursement quota

Charity Village

The Government of Canada has published the draft legislation which aims to deliver on Budget 2022 commitments to Canadians and is requesting feedback on the proposed measures. The post Government of Canada accepting feedback on changes to annual disbursement quota appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Government of Canada accepting applications to the Natural Infrastructure Fund

Charity Village

The Government of Canada is accepting applications for new projects through the Small Projects Stream of the Natural Infrastructure Fund (NIF). The post Government of Canada accepting applications to the Natural Infrastructure Fund appeared first on CharityVillage.

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$2,500 scholarship for the Governance Essentials Program at the University of Toronto

Charity Village

Board directors and executive directors of underrepresented, registered charitable organizations looking to improve their governance in the boardroom through the ICD-Rotman Governance Essentials Program (GEP) are eligible for the ICD-RBC Foundation Scholarship. The scholarship covers GEP enrolment costs.

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Modern Board: The new standard in board governance training

Charity Village

A board governance micro-credential program, Modern Board prepares current and prospective board members to successfully take on the challenges and the privilege of serving on a nonprofit board. The post Modern Board: The new standard in board governance training appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Government of Canada launched call for proposals for the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund

Charity Village

The Government of Canada launched a call for proposals for the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund. The post Government of Canada launched call for proposals for the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund appeared first on CharityVillage. The Fund will support Black-led charities and social purpose organizations.

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The Foundation for Black Communities awarded stewardship of $200 million Black-Led Philanthropic Endowment Fund by federal government

Charity Village

For further details […] The post The Foundation for Black Communities awarded stewardship of $200 million Black-Led Philanthropic Endowment Fund by federal government appeared first on CharityVillage. The fund will invest in building, sustaining, and expanding transformational initiatives generated by Black communities.

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Feedback now being accepted on Government of Canada’s proposed paid sick leave legislation

Charity Village

announced that the Government of Canada has reached an important milestone in the process to make 10 days of paid sick leave a reality. The post Feedback now being accepted on Government of Canada’s proposed paid sick leave legislation appeared first on CharityVillage. Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr.,

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Open call for nominations to two Government of Canada advisory committees

Charity Village

The post Open call for nominations to two Government of Canada advisory committees appeared first on CharityVillage. The Committee provides expert advice on topics related to impact assessment, as well as regional and strategic assessment.

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Nonprofit Boards: 7 Key Responsibilities for Good Governance

Wild Apricot

This is a guest post from Jeb Banner, founder and CEO of Boardable. New board members often bring a contagious enthusiasm with them to board meetings, and these passionate individuals can breathe life into any nonprofit board. However, newcomers don’t.

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