NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 22, 2025

abdiel lpez: When thinking about what needs to change to advance the just transition, we must look also at the culture and the structures that philanthropy upholds, specifically in their day-to-day programming and the way they connector notwith grantees, investees. View the full webinar here. How do we do that? And all of that is not easy.

Public and Social Policy 119

Public and Social Policy Culture Finance Philanthropy 119

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 5, 2024

We need to develop a culture that is not weighted by where we’ve been, but liberated by where we are going,” offered Singh, who as an activist in the wake of 9/11 co-founded The Sikh Coalition, which is now the largest Sikh civil rights organization in the country. We disagree.

Philanthropy 111

Philanthropy Public and Social Policy Leadership Collaborations 111

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Image credit: Photo by Ogulcan Ercal on Unsplash The values attributed to success under capitalism are not the same values that lead to equity and sustainability for society. To build a more just society, it is imperative that we embrace flexibility in our thinking and adopt new values. Can foundations escape this box?

Philanthropy 138

Philanthropy Values Participation and motivation Culture 138

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 24, 2025

Unlike private sector mergers where financial returns serve as the primary metric, our social sector M&A required deep mission alignment as its foundation. Substantial resources are often required: as George and Taren Stinebrickner-Kauffman note , for example, the Guidestar merger with Foundation Center cost $45 million.

Social Enterprise 108

Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Nonprofits Culture 108

Candid

JANUARY 7, 2025

From the very first interaction, its important to align on partnership values and expectations. This foundational understanding enables us to navigate potentially tricky situations with clarity and mutual respect. While I value your input, lets explore why the intervention youve suggested might not help us reach that goal.

Collaborations 96

Collaborations Culture Leadership Values 96

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.

Culture 122

Culture Poverty Governance Finance 122

Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Nonprofits may need to reimagine their donor engagement strategies to go beyond occasional outreach or standard fundraising appeals and forge relationships that resonate with their values and inspire continued support. Despite these difficulties, we built up our resilience and kept our culture intact.

Social Enterprise 106

Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Participation and motivation Children 106

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 1, 2023

The cultural sector is actively seeking alternatives to business-as-usual. This article concludes the series, “ Remember the Future: Culture and Systems Change ,” which is co-produced by Art.coop and NPQ. And, of course, providing for people’s artistic and cultural needs is a core part of building a thriving community economy as well.

Culture 128

Culture Retail Community Development Collaborations 128

Candid

MARCH 5, 2025

Social capital: the ties that bind us together At its core, social capital is the value derived from positive connections between people. For example, a 2021 report from the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation found that 89% of funders turn to trusted external peers or internal colleagues for knowledge about philanthropic practice.

Psychology 102

Psychology Nonprofits Collaborations Governance 102

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?

Culture 128

Culture Construction Law Universities 128

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 14, 2025

Influenced by the hip-hop culture of the time, the tattoo read M.O.B. He founded The Liberation Foundation , a nonprofit organization in Pennsylvania that advocates for people with wrongful conviction claims and those preparing to return home after incarceration. He now serves as the foundations executive director.

Social Action 97

Social Action Culture Foundations Recruitment 97

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Some challenges may be less tangible, such as cultural differences and values. But by building an organizational culture that cuts across borders to unify staff, team members are better equipped to build bonds across time zones. Principles that are a part of everything you do, starting with recruiting and onboarding.

Health 242

Health Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Civil Society 242

The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 19, 2024

This will be about laying a foundation, beginning in childhood, that makes giving as instinctual as it is rewarding. The intention wont just be to raise a few extra dollars, but to cultivate values that are at risk of being lost amid our hyper-digital, attention-fragmented culture. Lets be realistic.

Philanthropy 97

Philanthropy Children Foundations Values 97

NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 24, 2024

Judith Rodin, Former President, The Rockefeller Foundation Addressing overwhelm and chaos in the workplace requires a leadership paradigm shift that replaces the traditional, top-down leadership model with one that emphasizes empathy, understanding and inclusiveness. Integrate mindfulness practices into your organizational culture.

Psychology 255

Psychology Ethics Leadership Culture 255

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 27, 2025

As advisors to donors and nonprofits, we know firsthand the impact this wealth can have, and were optimistic that much of it will be deployed through philanthropy or values-aligned investing to address our worlds most pressing problems. How much will they invest, spend, share with their heirs, or give back to society?

Philanthropy 126

Philanthropy Collaborations Management Environmental 126

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 14, 2024

The MilleMots Foundation Norentz’s passion for making a difference began early in his career. “I In 2016, he founded the MilleMots Foundation , an organization that focuses on transforming every young person under 25 into a solution-maker by giving them the chance to practice leadership and develop soft skills through annual programs.

Public and Nonprofit Management 246

Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Universities 246

Candid

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Northwest Area Foundation has been a longtime funder of Native communities. Spending time to understand Native communities’ worldviews has helped us honor their expertise, values, and lived experience. But it wasn’t until we showed up as listeners and learners, and not as experts, that our effectiveness truly blossomed.

Community Development 112

Community Development Philanthropy Culture Foundations 112

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 14, 2025

The AJH Foundation and ActionAid UK have adopted this model and speak highly of its effect on organizational culture and productivity. It is a step in the right direction but requires building an organization-wide culture to match it. Exclusion: Staff have concerns about being left out of organizational decision-making.

Leadership 105

Leadership Civil Society Culture Children 105

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.

Culture 118

Culture Medical Leadership Nonprofits 118

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

Reviewal of Values, Mission, and Beliefs Core values, mission, and beliefs serve as the foundation of every nonprofit organization. Established nonprofits periodically review and reaffirm their values, mission, and beliefs to ensure alignment with their evolving priorities, community needs, and societal trends.

Public and Social Policy 209

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Culture 209

Selfish Giving

JANUARY 8, 2025

Below is a pie chart highlighting how I collaborated with clients last year and provided value through my work. In addition to customer donations, Big Lots and the Big Lots Foundation made a multi-year commitment of $50 million to support Nationwide Children's Hospital. The percentages are derived from revenue. Cool Jobs in Cause 1.

Retail 130

Retail Children Food Public and Nonprofit Management 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JUNE 20, 2023

By Phil Buchanan , Alyse d’Amico & Leaha Wynn Organizational performance depends on thoughtful policies and practices with respect to employees and culture. Often, culture is simply neglected. We have come to believe in six people and culture approaches that in many respects go against the grain.

Culture 111

Culture Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation 111

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

We need creative, diverse collaborations across various fields to ensure that technology is deployed in ways that align with nonprofit values, build trust, and serve the greater good. Effective AI implementation in nonprofit work requires more than technical proficiency: It demands a culturally sensitive, community-informed approach.

Collaborations 69

Collaborations Ethics Technology Foundations 69

Bloomerang

MARCH 31, 2025

Just like the foundations that fund nonprofits, grant consultants often specialize in working with certain types of organizations. For example, one consultant may primarily serve arts and culture organizations in a single state, while another may specialize in working with national advocacy organizations with budgets over $5 million.

Values 82

Values Management Culture Production 82

Pam Moore

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Here are three foundational steps to build authority, lead with purpose, and monetize your expertise: 1. Build a Brand With Soul Your brand isnt just a logo or a tagline; its the essence of who you are and the value you bring. Authority is built one piece of value at a time. A brand with soul connects deeply with its audience.

Values 148

Values Culture Production Foundations 148

Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

In last week's trends webinar , I discussed the importance of "finding your people"identifying companies that share your values and outlook. Make research a habit Building a culture of inclusive research strengthens communications and enhances organizational impact. It will never be cheaper than it is right now!

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Manufacturing Ethics Nonprofits 130

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 14, 2024

I believe that culture is far more important than structure, but structure is where we get stuck. So my consulting practice focuses on how to move quickly and thoughtfully through questions of structure, land that , and then work to build a healthy, joyful, liberatory culture. AV: So many ways.

Culture 111

Culture Nonprofit governance and management Governance Public and Nonprofit Management 111

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

This obsession stems from deep cultural, historical, and economic foundations that value individualism, meritocracy, and innovation. Weve cultivated a culture that prizes personal achievement, the honing of leadership traits, and the belief that leadership is the key driver of both organizational and societal success.

Leadership 68

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Culture Nonprofits 68

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.,

Participation and motivation 264

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

Bloomerang

MARCH 14, 2025

Effective internal communication and trust are the foundation of donor retention success. Even if youre a small team, involving the right people fosters buy-in, belonging, and a culture of shared responsibility for fundraising success. Fostering this culture begins with trust, transparency, and shared accountability.

Finance 79

Finance Fundraising Fundraising Collaborations 79

Candid

MARCH 26, 2025

Learn about the funder Hassan says she unexpectedly became a fundraiser after working at the Greater Washington Community Foundation and later interning at Foundation Center (now Candid). Dont lose sight of your own values when you fundraise, says Rasmussen. Want to learn more about writing grant proposals without mistakes?

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Fundraising Collaborations Values 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 4, 2023

As social change leaders, you are responsible for fostering a culture of growth and development within the organization, ensuring that employees have the necessary skills to drive the organization forward. Building influence and driving change in an organization can be a challenging task, particularly for those without formal authority.

Leadership 211

Leadership Participation and motivation Collaborations Culture 211

Fundraising Leadership

JANUARY 17, 2025

I think we have a culture of magic bullets and immediate gratification. The report continues, AI could reinforce the dominance of wealthier nations in high-value sectors like finance, pharmaceuticals, advance manufacturing, and defense. This corporate cultural shift is one reason Smith and Monahan wrote this book.

Public and Social Policy 100

Public and Social Policy Leadership Culture Universities 100

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 10, 2023

Nonprofits can create strong psychological contracts by aligning organizational values with staff passions. Foster a Positive Organizational Culture: Cultivate a work environment that promotes trust, respect, and open communication. Celebrate achievements publicly to foster a culture of appreciation.

Retention 187

Retention Psychology Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Leadership 187

Pam Moore

MARCH 8, 2018

It’s whether you talk about yourself all day on Facebook or if you offer real value. They care about their needs, wants, problems, desires and offering them real value, not just non-sense marketing tactics. Value relationships. Human brands value the people more than the dollar signs. Listen to other humans.

Non-Profits 167

Non-Profits Culture Values Marketing 167

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 6, 2023

Image Credit: Gordon Cowie on unsplash.com Hip hop—the music and its culture— turns 50 this year. That’s because hip-hop culture embraces the principle of “ sankofa ,” valuing the importance of going back to a community after becoming successful and bringing others along.

Philanthropy 128

Philanthropy Culture Foundations Collaborations 128

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Everyone wants to know that they are valued and part of the team including your board members. Community & Culture Working together lifts everyone up! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are not just words; they are the foundations of who we are, and they are steps we must continue to take. Updates by topic!

Nonprofit governance and management 74

Nonprofit governance and management Finance Collaborations Leadership 74