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How nonprofits can successfully develop a diverse workforce

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posted by Cecilia Gutierrez Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Workforce diversity is a significant concern for nonprofits with the recent growth of diverse populations in the U.S. nonprofit workforce and executive leadership identified as white. Nonprofit board members in the U.S.

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How can employee engagement strategies ensure nonprofit success?

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posted by Sabrina Esquivel Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Employees choose specific nonprofit organizations because they have a personal connection or emotional attachment to the nonprofits mission. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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How can a welcoming culture help nonprofits improve outcomes?

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posted by Laura Taylor Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Having a welcoming culture is vital for a nonprofit organization to be a part of a strong and healthy community. Nonprofits are known for their expertise in effective group work. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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How can effective leadership succession planning result in nonprofit sustainability?

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posted by Syvan Diamond Fall 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Leadership succession planning, similar to donor succession planning, is often addressed when the concern arises rather than preemptively within a nonprofit organization’s fiscal year. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Scholarships are available.

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Five ways to retain quality employees at your nonprofit

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posted by Chelsea Guffy Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Nonprofit employees are leaving at a rapid rate for a variety of reasons, including low pay and benefits packages, lack of long-term career opportunities, poor work-life balance, and even faulty leadership. Illustration by Yuxin Qin.

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Goal Setting for Your Nonprofit

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If Skip the resolutions and let’s talk about goal setting for your nonprofit. July 1 represents a new fiscal year for many nonprofits, a time to review programs and previous goals to be sure they’re aligned with the mission and to establish new benchmarks. We want your nonprofit to be successful in its mission.

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Succession Planning for Nonprofit Organizations

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If your nonprofit is serious about long-term sustainability, succession planning needs to be part of the overall plan for the organization. Succession planning for nonprofit organizations is vital to the people and communities being served. posted by Jarrett R. Ransom, MBA President & CEO, The Rayvan Group. Mary's Food Bank.