NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 13, 2025

1 For the past 35 years, my focus has been on building up white antiracist vision, culture, strategy, leadership, and organization in white communities. In particular, the right positions itself as the political and cultural expression of white men. And they have been successful. How can we bring more white men into this work?

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Culture Nonprofit Administration and Development Leadership Public and Social Policy 86

Ann Green

MARCH 10, 2025

Plus, you can use your nonprofits LMS to streamline many other processes and activities, including upskilling employees, onboarding volunteers, and educating board members. Establish a culture of gratitude at your nonprofit by frequently expressing appreciation to donors and employeesincluding new hires.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 156

Nonprofit Administration and Development Non-Profits Nonprofits Associations 156

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 14, 2024

His life’s work revolves around empowering youth, fostering leadership, and driving social change. Under his leadership, the foundation has flourished, touching countless lives and creating ripple effects of positive change. But Norentz’s role extends far beyond the foundation.

Public and Nonprofit Management 246

Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Universities 246

NonProfit Leadership Center

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Implementing endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools can help identify and isolate malicious activities before they escalate. By fostering a culture of awareness and preparedness, you can safeguard your organization against the growing threats in today’s digital world.

Nonprofits 147

Nonprofits Ethics Management Nonprofit Leadership 147

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Image credit: skyNext on istock.com “We have observed a disconcerting pattern where Black women leaders are vacating their roles, with some leaving the non-profit sector altogether, citing hostility toward their leadership, strain on their health and well-being, unfair job expectations, and limited opportunities for career progression” (3).

Leadership 145

Leadership Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Culture 145

NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 17, 2024

Retention Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations Creating a Positive Work Culture One of the most critical components to retaining your top talent is creating and fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. THEY are your organizational culture. How do you do that? Just ask your employees.

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Retention Culture Nonprofit Leadership Leadership 215

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 5, 2024

Recognizing and celebrating the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences that each individual brings to the table is essential for fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. Encouraging open dialogue and fostering a culture of curiosity and continuous learning are also key to promoting knowledge-sharing and collaboration.

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Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management Culture Leadership 211

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 22, 2022

At the 2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference on December 1 , presented by Bank of America, you’ll reignite your calling to nonprofit work and come together with peers and partners to chart the path forward. During the 2022 Leadership Conference , attendees will have an opportunity to participate in two interactive breakout sessions.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The Nonprofit Leadership Center’s Nonprofit Holiday Gift Guide highlights gifts for everyone on your list, with some or all of the proceeds benefiting nonprofits. Gifts in this 2023 guide were curated by the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s nonprofit community through a submission process in November. Located in St.

Children 264

Children Homelessness Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofits 264

NonProfit Leadership Center

MAY 19, 2023

Self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting your well-being, pursuing happiness, and being equipped to respond to stress with a positive mindset, so difficult periods don’t become long-term imbalances. Research from McKinsey & Company shows that nonprofit professionals are particularly vulnerable to burnout.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 15, 2023

from Pixabay Race plays an outsized role in how people experience leadership, with White leaders widely considered to be the norm. 1] In spite of the salience of race in the experience of leadership, there is not much study of the Black leadership experience. Image Credit: Van3ssa ? A somewhat different perspective.is

Leadership 138

Leadership Race and Ethnicity Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 138

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 8, 2023

Scott Momaday During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global shutdown sparked an unexpected return to and reinvigoration of Indigenous culture in Peru. Community-Driven, Collective Leadership Community-driven, collective leadership is tough to measure or understand using surveys or quantitative research methodologies.

Leadership 122

Leadership Poverty Culture Public and Social Policy 122

NonProfit Leadership Center

OCTOBER 2, 2023

But it’s not just about a leader’s skills and expertise; great board members fundamentally align with your nonprofit’s mission, values and culture. The Nonprofit Leadership Center offers a free Board Finder service to nonprofits with open board positions. They already have a vested interest in your organization and its mission.

Nonprofit governance and management 240

Nonprofit governance and management Recruitment Nonprofit Leadership Governance 240

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

AUGUST 4, 2021

Thus, my donor-centric practice of fund development really revolved around my perception of where power and influence existed: the desires and will of the board, leadership of my organization, and the organization’s donors. How do these values show up in your resource development activities? She is a proud Leadership St.

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Nonprofit Administration and Development Fundraising Fundraising Leadership 317

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 6, 2024

Melissa Morin Director, University of South Florida Foundation Melissa Morin, director at the University of South Florida Foundation, is one of 23 outstanding professionals of color selected to participate in the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s 2024 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship. ” Harold Bryant Jr.,

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Participation and motivation Leadership Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 264

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The nonprofit sector is already a high-pressure environment, and when boards meddle in daily operations, it creates chaos, demoralizes leadership, erodes culture, and derails mission-critical activities. Overworked and underfunded staff rely on a clear, decisive leadership structure to keep them motivated.

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Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership Nonprofits 102

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

In short, Memphis developed a culturally rich Black middle-class neighborhood. In Memphis today—and indeed throughout the South—Black Americans are organizing to rebuild cultural institutions and restore Black economies. A Culture of Abundance So, who was Church, and what was his vision? People like writer Ida B.

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Culture Poverty Governance Finance 121

Bloomerang

MARCH 14, 2025

When the finance team, program staff, board members, and leadership arent on the same page, donors can sense the disconnect, and there is a higher attrition rate. When fundraising teams are not in sync with leadership, programs, finance, or the board, the ripple effects extend beyond the internal organizationthey reach donors as well.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 4, 2024

There is a new face at the Nonprofit Leadership Center! Leading (and Learning) by Example Consistent with the insatiable curiosity, drive for excellence and commitment to continuous learning that are hallmarks of the Nonprofit Leadership Center, Isabella is also a self-proclaimed lifelong learner.

Nonprofit Leadership 130

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Management Education 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 8, 2023

Encourage active listening and create a space for open discussion. Foster a Culture of Teamwork and Collaboration: Encourage team members to work together, leveraging their diverse skills and expertise. Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter.

Nonprofit Leadership 204

Nonprofit Leadership Collaborations Construction Leadership 204

Bloomerang

JANUARY 10, 2025

You might consider: Targeted campaign: If you think people might give more if you actively promoted giving at certain levels in return for recognition, thats different than finding out for yourself that this worked after doing a campaign. Especially if it opens up that time for more high-yielding fundraising and donor retention activities.

Public and Nonprofit Management 113

Public and Nonprofit Management Activism Retention Management 113

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Wallace spoke before a crowd gathered at the Hopewell Culture National Historical Park in Chillicothe, OH. The dedication of eight locations related to the ancient Indigenous Hopewell culture was designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization ( UNESCO) as World Heritage sites. The occasion?

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Culture Construction Law Universities 128

Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

When you look at more niche nonprofits—like those focused on arts and culture —fundraising plays a critical role in enabling your organization to make a positive impact on their communities. The arts are important to modern culture and society, yet competition from other causes can encroach on the ability of your nonprofit to raise funds.

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Culture Public and Nonprofit Management Fundraising Fundraising 100

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 1, 2023

All the while I am a mom – picking up and dropping off kids, helping with homework, acting as a chauffeur to after-school activities EVERY NIGHT during the week. I often find myself shaving time off my workday and then to meet deadlines and communicate to my leadership, team, vendors and most importantly donors. So, what do you do?

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Leadership Activism Management Nonprofit Leadership 246

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 14, 2025

Image Credit: Alan Mazzocco , iStock We often think of the nonprofit sector as the main origin of charitable activities, but the for-profit corporate space can also be a significant source of philanthropic and social action. Around 2019, the companys leadership saw an opportunity to engage in charitable work. He was exonerated in 2019.

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Social Action 81

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 14, 2024

Steve Dubb: Can you begin by telling us a little about your background and how you came to be a consultant around issues of leadership and equity in the nonprofit sector? I became interested in student activism when I was at Hampshire College, where I was involved in pedagogical change and movement-building work. AV: So many ways.

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Culture Nonprofit governance and management Governance Public and Nonprofit Management 110

NonProfit Leadership Center

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Conduct regular training sessions on topics like identifying phishing emails, creating strong passwords, avoiding certain websites and recognizing suspicious activities. Install and regularly update firewalls and antivirus software to detect and prevent malicious activity. Enact strong password policies. Regularly back up your data.

Nonprofits 238

Nonprofits Activism Nonprofit Leadership Culture 238

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 2, 2023

When most of us think of arts and culture nonprofits, the biggest names come easily to mind. A rts and culture nonprofits face distinctive challenges in the nonprofit sector. Despite their challenges, Ballet Lubbock has become an integral part of Lubbock’s cultural landscape. The Smithsonian.

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Culture Medical Leadership Nonprofits 113

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Understanding the challenges BIPOC leadership face in the nonprofit sector One of the primary challenges BIPOC leaders face is limited access to funding.As For example, the National Council of Nonprofits offers a range of resources, including information on board diversity and inclusion , as well as leadership development programs.

Leadership 117

Leadership Public and Social Policy Poverty Race and Ethnicity 117

Beth Kanter

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Recently, we have been exploring a fascinating topic that is not only close to our hearts, but very timely due to burnout in the nonprofit sector – empathetic leadership. Empathetic leadership, to us, is about seeing through the eyes of others. Empathy is contagious and influences and shapes a work culture of caring.

Leadership 97

Leadership Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Culture 97

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Secretary of Homeland Security Jacob Wood Co-Founder & Executive Board Chairman Team Rubicon Team Rubicon became one of the most impactful nonprofits under Wood’s leadership. Team Rubicon is widely known for its innovation and unique culture. Following four years in the U.S. AHA has invested more than $5.9

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Civil Society Nonprofit Administration and Development Urban development Law 85

NonProfit Leadership Center

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

At the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we believe gratitude is one of the secret ingredients to success. “Travelling is so important because it allows us to embed ourselves in other cultures and meet locals. I am also lucky to be an active volunteer with organizations whose missions align with my personal mission.

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Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Energy Children 229

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

APRIL 29, 2015

By the way, we are presenting a brand new webinar on Thought Leadership for Nonprofits on May 20, 2015). Here are a few tips for communications directors to employ around the office: Actively encourage questions from all sides within the culture of your organization and within your communications.

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Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Communication Leadership 224

Fundraising Leadership

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

takeleadwomen acknowledges the #depth and #breadth of #Blackwomen in #business, #entrepreneurship, #education, #media and all of #American #culture far past the calendar month of the year. She adds, For young Black women, this kind of leadership is vital it demonstrates whats possible and inspires them to envision even greater futures.

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Race and Ethnicity Entrepreneurship Leadership Education 65

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 29, 2023

Seek Support from Leadership Leaders in nonprofit organizations play a critical role in fostering a healthy work environment. She wholeheartedly believes in the power of education, mentorship, and recreational activities to create positive change in the lives of children and teenagers.

Health 206

Health Children Leadership Nonprofit Leadership 206

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

DECEMBER 8, 2021

With marketing, I begin by first building a calendar for all the activities happening throughout the year and from there build a rolling 90-day content calendar. . Some workplaces and/or the individuals within may engage in a culture that perpetuates a sense of urgency more than others.

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Associations Management Marketing Marketing 255

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 6, 2024

Including these details can help both your team and the candidate determine if they’re a good fit for your company culture. Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter. Did you enjoy this story?

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