Pam Moore

MARCH 26, 2025

And chances areit wont be aligned with your values, vision, or audience. ~ Its the way you: Live your values Show up for your audience Communicate your purpose Empower your people Create consistent energy across every touchpoint Its not a mission statement on a wall. Tools are not your culture. Thats not marketing fluff.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

And while I wasn’t so naïve to think that the title didn’t come with assumed and real power, it certainly wasn’t my vision of leadership. And I knew the most important thing I had to do, in those first weeks and months, was to address this culture I had inherited. I too had that kind of boss (more than once). We all have.

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Ann Green

MARCH 10, 2025

Whether this is a simple Google Doc or an automated path in your LMS, your checklist should cover basic activities and tasks such as: Learn about the nonprofits mission, values, programs, and leadership. Establish a culture of gratitude at your nonprofit by frequently expressing appreciation to donors and employeesincluding new hires.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2024

When their emails are met with silence, it signals that their time, effort, and contributions aren’t valued and appreciated. And worse yet, that they aren’t valued and appreciated. Boosting staff morale Board members set the tone for the organization’s culture. It’s time to address this problem head-on.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Create a culture where your staff feels proud of their work. Prioritizing Workplace Culture and Inclusion A strong, supportive workplace culture isnt just a nice to have, its essential. Regular training, open conversations, and diverse leadership help everyone feel respected and valued.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MARCH 19, 2025

Since physical health issues and emotional stress commonly contribute to burnout, look for opportunities to build a healthy and sustainable work culture. Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter. Consider: Encouraging days off. Did you enjoy this story?

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MAY 6, 2024

But what is positive leadership and why should you focus on it? 4 Essential Strategies for Embracing Positive Leadership Positive leadership enables extraordinary performance by cultivating an environment that encourages and empowers employees to perform at their best.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 8, 2025

In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Kathryn Hoffman, CEO of the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA), to discuss how to balance a big mission with human-centered leadership. Want more nonprofit leadership tips? Go straight to the full video here!

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 6, 2023

Here at the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we believe spring is the perfect time to make plans for your personal and professional development. new training events and certificate programs to help you renew your commitment to growth and to nurture your organization’s learning culture. We’ve launched 17 (yes, 17!!!!)

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The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 11, 2024

In a recent episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sat down with Mohan Sivaloganathan, CEO of Our Turn and advocate for youth leadership and equity in education, to discuss the concept of harmonious leadership and its potential to transform the nonprofit sector.

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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. One such approach nonprofits should consider is mindful leadership.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

With considerate leadership and thoughtful planning, though, these barriers are easy to dismantle—such as by using technology that allows staff to make presentations in their home language. Some challenges may be less tangible, such as cultural differences and values. Do their skills and talents complement your existing team?

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

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The increasing numbers of people of color in these leadership positions has been a visible sign of the sector’s equity growth spurt. These assets go beyond experiences of oppression or marginalization to include the connection, meaning, and joy these leaders can draw on from their respective cultures and communities.

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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.

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Candid

JANUARY 7, 2025

From the very first interaction, its important to align on partnership values and expectations. While I value your input, lets explore why the intervention youve suggested might not help us reach that goal. Cultivate a culture of authentic engagement. Set clear expectations.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 19, 2022

During the past year, nonprofit leaders turned to the Nonprofit Leadership Center for resources and support to strengthen their organizations and communities. Nonprofit Leadership Center Board Member and DEI Committee Chair Christopher Johnson answers these questions and more. How to Calculate the Value of Volunteer Time.

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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

JUNE 17, 2024

These stories can appeal to potential employees’ values and emotions. 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. How do you do that?

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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.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 19, 2023

When an organization experiences a shift in leadership or structure, it presents an important opportunity to engage staff in building the culture, team and vision for the future — one where everyone feels valued and supported. How would you define our organizational culture today?

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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. What are your core values and guiding principles? I did not think of myself as an actor with power.

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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.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 11, 2022

You may have heard the term “people first culture” here and there, but what does it really mean? People-first cultures are rooted in a philosophy that values people over profits. This blog will give 5 simple tips for cultivating a people first culture in your workplace. People want to know that they are seen and valued.

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Culture Values Nonprofits Retention 135

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 215

Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . A Nonprofit’s Culture of Philanthropy: Who’s Job is it? . And if I found myself in a job where I couldn’t instill a culture of philanthropy over a reasonable period of time, I’d fire myself (and I have).

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 8, 2023

Organizational Cultural Norms and Expectations Just about the same number of “people pleasers” pegged organizational cultural norms and expectations as the culprit. Our office culture places high emphasis on hierarchy, taking on work outside the scope of responsibilities, and always saying yes to our nonprofit’s leadership.” “I’ve

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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

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Fundraising Leadership

JANUARY 17, 2025

founder and CEO of The Humanity Studio, and co-author with Kelly Monahan of Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI and Global Shifts Arte Creating A New Human-Powered Leadership, Technology is outpacing leader capabilities. I think we have a culture of magic bullets and immediate gratification. Smith completely agrees.

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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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Joan Garry

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

I’m so passionate about nonprofit leadership—because it's grounded in values. I believe that staying true to one’s core values is what makes a leader truly great. Here is how and why the time is now for every nonprofit leader to take a stand… The post What Drives How You Lead? appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 31, 2024

What is Courageous Leadership? Courageous leadership is built on heroic leadership. In ancient storytelling, heroes usually possessed a virtue that the author wanted the culture to emulate and begin to reproduce within the body politic. Nonprofit leaders must be courageous because of the work they do.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 19, 2023

By Elikem Tomety Archer & Jessica Harrington In 2017, as part of her participation in the youth leadership program Global Citizen Year , Dora—an 18-year-old from Huntington Beach, California—spent seven months in Thiadiaye, Senegal. Leadership program projects are not typically designed with the long term in mind.

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NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 18, 2024

So it is with our behaviors and our values: our deeply ingrained patterns of behavior are fueled by values deep below the surface. Sometimes, without our conscious awareness, these values driving our patterns of behavior sprout from the seeds of White supremacy, patriarchy, and colonialism. She is experiencing chronic burnout.

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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

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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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

On NXUnite’s ”Our Remote World: How eLearning Can Benefit Nonprofits” panel, speakers discussed the value of Online Learning and strategies for implementing educational tools. . Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Interim President and Chief Learning Officer Dorothy Norris-Tirrell, Ph.D., Dorothy Norris-Tirrell, Ph.D.,

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Fundraising Leadership

JANUARY 10, 2025

Leadership of inclusive teams leads to success. Her candid revelation that she was dismissed for decades as a popcorn actress resonated with so many women who related that their skills and value were constantly diminished, Newsweek reports. Embracing differences in a leadership role engenders not only changes, but gains.

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