Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The foundation has also started a capacity-development program for nonprofits in collaboration with Root Impact , an intermediate support organization. The ultimate success of these young nonprofits—their ability to fulfill their missions—will depend on many things, but good governance is among the most important.

Governance 111

Governance Nonprofit governance Nonprofit governance and management Universities 111

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

Beliefs and Organizational Culture The collective behaviors, norms, and shared values that shape the nonprofit’s work environment. Developing new programs and initiatives that address community needs effectively requires careful research, collaboration with stakeholders, and alignment with organizational priorities and resources.

Public and Social Policy 202

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Culture 202

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.

Culture 73

Culture Public and Nonprofit Management Fundraising Fundraising 73

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 20, 2018

I’m working on a new two-part webinar series for late April on building an organizational culture that supports your communications work. . I’m using a basic definition of culture: The shared assumptions, values, beliefs, attitudes, and standards that govern how people behave. Or you can email me directly. .

Culture 120

Culture Communication Nonprofit governance and management Governance 120

NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 6, 2023

new training events and certificate programs to help you renew your commitment to growth and to nurture your organization’s learning culture. During this interactive course taught by nonprofit leader Mandy Cloninger , you’ll explore the various types of strategic collaborations, including partnerships, mergers and acquisitions.

Nonprofit governance and management 290

Nonprofit governance and management Culture Leadership Nonprofits 290

Nonprofit Megaphone

MAY 6, 2023

However, running a nonprofit requires a unique set of skills and knowledge, particularly when it comes to governing the organization. To be an effective board member, it’s essential to have a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector and the best practices for governance.

Governance 52

Governance Nonprofit governance and management Ethics Nonprofit governance 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JUNE 10, 2024

Before you set up your next search for a new team member, let’s go over a few essential tips to keep in mind that will help you recognize and attract the most appropriate candidates to join your organization and make a difference through your collaboration. What Strategies Can Nonprofit Teams Use for Effective Collaboration?

Non-Profits 122

Non-Profits Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Nonprofit governance and management 122

Anedot

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative organizational culture that empowers volunteers and maximizes their contributions. Prepare and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Board of Directors. Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and to inspire and mobilize volunteers.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management 52

NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 25, 2024

Culture-Related Strategies Create a supportive work environment where employees feel valued, respected, engaged, and have opportunities for growth. Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture where employees feel connected to the organization’s mission.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 130

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Retention 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

But while this alignment can result in strong partnerships and collaborations, it can also open up the risk of confirmation bias: wanting things to be true even when evidence suggests otherwise. What might be the equivalent practices, structures, and cultures? But if the harms are ambiguous, they are no less consequential.

Philanthropy 122

Philanthropy Culture Law Governance 122

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 23, 2023

From the COVID-19 pandemic to structural racism, community-based organizations have always stepped up to fill the gaps and forge new solutions—especially where government is unable, unwilling, or ineffective. These organizations face onerous and exclusionary processes to tap into government funding sources.

Nonprofit governance and management 122

Nonprofit governance and management Health Collaborations Governance 122

Ann Green

MAY 28, 2024

By Casey Dorma n In 2022, 360MatchPro reports that companies donated $21 billion to nonprofits, and 88% of all public companies have Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The most obvious benefit to a partnership is the possibility of additional funding—but these collaborations have much more to offer.

Nonprofit governance and management 159

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations Nonprofits 159

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 7, 2024

And although we belong to different generations, we share a culture and experiences as Mexican women. Purple Glasses to Innovate All Women Coo aims to transform these cultural dynamics and remove common barriers to gender equity. Our observation and understanding of gender inequalities derive from this unique intersection of knowledge.

Nonprofit governance and management 126

Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Public and Social Policy Participation and motivation 126

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

When board members blur the lines between governance and management, they inadvertently sabotage the organization. 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.

Nonprofit governance and management 59

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership Nonprofits 59

Anedot

AUGUST 28, 2024

Collaborates with leaders across the organization to build and maintain relationships with funding agencies to understand and solicit support for strategic initiatives. In collaboration with the development team and the organization, continually builds a culture of philanthropy. Experience with Adobe Acrobat.

Nonprofit governance and management 52

Nonprofit governance and management Insurance Public and Nonprofit Management Collaborations 52

Fundraising Leadership

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In this highly fractious and divisive political culture, as a leader, it is essential to create a workplace environment that is absent of negativity and hate that exists outside the organization surrounding the election. A leader is responsible also for the tone, productivity, culture, cohesion and harmony in the workplace.

Public and Social Policy 115

Public and Social Policy Participation and motivation Non-Profits Culture 115

Stanford Social Innovation Review

AUGUST 15, 2024

To fill in that gap, we’ve put together a reading list of some of our favorite SSIR articles from over the years, on where leadership has been and where it’s going, all across the social sector: from a practice centered on heroic, charismatic individual leaders to something more communal, collaborative, and cross-sectoral.

Leadership 131

Leadership Nonprofit governance and management Ethics Nonprofit Leadership 131

Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

As an Executive Director, you know that the heart of your nonprofit isn’t just your cause—it’s also the people who govern and guide it. You can tap into this diversity to create a collaborative environment. Cultivate a culture of appreciation among board members Never underestimate the power of appreciation.

Nonprofit governance and management 94

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Recruitment Nonprofits 94

NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 6, 2023

new training events and certificate programs to help you renew your commitment to growth and to nurture your organization’s learning culture. During this interactive course taught by nonprofit leader Mandy Cloninger , you’ll explore the various types of strategic collaborations, including partnerships, mergers and acquisitions.

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Culture Leadership Nonprofits 130

Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Here’s a detailed breakdown of critical steps to prepare: Understand organizational goals and governance needs: Begin by peering into the core of your organization. This isn’t about filling seats; it’s about enriching your organization’s culture and capabilities with new perspectives to support your mission and drive growth.

Recruitment 83

Recruitment Race and Ethnicity Collaborations Retention 83

Anedot

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Key Responsibilities: Client Assessment & Service Planning : Perform comprehensive assessments, establish client goals, and develop personalized service plans in alignment with Cal Aim (Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports) and other funder-related programs with attention to bilingual and cultural needs.

Management 52

Management Nonprofit governance and management Insurance Psychology 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JULY 5, 2023

Organizational Barriers: Knowledge Silos and Risk Aversion The UN organizations have an enormous wealth of knowledge, but the sheer size of the operations results in knowledge silos instead of a collaborative network. Despite their varying mandates, most of these units take on roles to improve internal innovation culture.

Collaborations 144

Collaborations Culture Technology Governance 144

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 3, 2023

Yet in 2023, Native American children continue to be removed from their families and extended families, their language, culture, and way of life. Historically, federal policy actively sought to destroy Native American cultures and force feed assimilation. This is not new information.

Children 98

Children Public and Social Policy Law Culture 98

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 6, 2024

This transformational 10-week program strengthens the board governance knowledge and skills of professionals of color while equipping nonprofit organizations to be genuinely ready to welcome these new members onto their boards. Fellows report a 40% increase in their knowledge and skills after completing the program.

Participation and motivation 264

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

The Charity CFO

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Typically this will drive the conversation as key leaders and members begin to collaborate on the goals for the organization. Then begs the questions of creating culture and achievements for the organization. Everyone in the organization can get a glimpse of where they are headed and collaborate on achieving that vision.

Non-Profits 98

Non-Profits Nonprofits Leadership Governance 98

Anedot

AUGUST 29, 2024

Canal Alliance strives for a trauma-informed approach and inclusive culture. Every day, we work to educate, empower and support motivated immigrants to better meet their needs—from feeding their families and advancing their education, to learning English and becoming American citizens.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Sociology Cultural Diversity Public Policy 52

MNA Association

OCTOBER 16, 2023

MNA’s staff team is engaged, collaborative, committed to growth, and passionate about MNA’s unique mission. Board Relations The Executive Director works closely with the board to fulfill its governance responsibilities. Membership The work of the Executive Director is informed by the needs of the Association’s members.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 76

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Public Policy 76

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

APRIL 12, 2024

AI and DevOps: Streamlining Development Processes with Python Integration of AI into DevOps aims to optimize workflow efficiency and reduce human error, fostering a culture of collaboration between developers and IT professionals.

Collaborations 52

Collaborations Culture Technology Management 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 11, 2023

Twenty-five percent of the entire Amazon Basin is on legally recognized Indigenous Territories, which are generally better protected than even government parks and reserves. Even less support has reached rightsholder women , despite the essential role of women in forest management and their exclusion from many governance structures.

Civil Society 119

Civil Society Environmental Public and Social Policy Governance 119

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Workplace Collaboration : Virtual offices and immersive collaboration tools are redefining remote work , making distributed teams feel more connected. Tourism : Virtual travel experiences and augmented tourist attractions are providing new ways to explore the world and preserve cultural heritage.

Technology 52

Technology Nonprofit governance and management Ethics Healthcare 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

APRIL 9, 2024

Recognizing AI’s transformative potential, the UK government has launched initiatives like a global AI safety summit and support for AI development. One key aspect is the development of robust ethical frameworks and guidelines that govern the deployment and use of ChatGPT in various sectors.

Ethics 52

Ethics Governance Finance Collaborations 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

AUGUST 14, 2023

Though ecologically and culturally rich, the county ranks in the bottom eighth in California for per-capita income. It was in this context that the authors began working together: Michelle as initiative director of the BHC Collaborative in Del Norte County and Tribal Lands and Geneva as TCE’s program officer.

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Health Collaborations Foundations 98

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

OCTOBER 23, 2023

AI and Language Translation: Bridging Global Communication Gaps Communication across languages and cultures has become crucial in our interconnected society. Bridging language barriers is essential for businesses, governments, and individuals alike.

Communication 52

Communication Culture Governance Collaborations 52

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

MARCH 3, 2023

This year’s theme, “ All In ”, will examine how the recovery and success of the nonprofit sector is driven by the collective and effective work of the staff, board, stakeholders, clients, community, government, and corporate sector. Nonprofit staff and volunteer teams can often face burnout due to “wearing many hats”.

Public and Social Policy 108

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Public Policy Ethics 108

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 18, 2024

Because these approaches also come with cultural differences and operate along different time scales, it can be hard for organizations to mobilize and organize at the same time. knew that changing government policy towards asylum-seekers would require more than quick and large protests. However, GetUp!

Public and Social Policy 124

Public and Social Policy Civil Society Law Medical 124

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Shifts to a Green Economy What are the cultural shifts of a fossil fuel-based society to a green economy, and how is the transition being prioritized for companies and housing? Find out more about climate-forward architecture on the panel “ The Nature-Based Industrial Revolution: Redefining Future-Forward Architecture.”

Finance 126

Finance Leadership Environmental Governance 126

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MARCH 12, 2024

To address the digital divide, marketers can implement inclusive strategies that prioritize accessibility, affordability, and cultural sensitivity. Cultural norms, values, and expectations vary widely across different regions and demographic groups, influencing consumer preferences, perceptions, and responses to marketing messages.

Ethics 52

Ethics Marketing Marketing Culture 52