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From Volunteer to Visionary: Ashley Baker, CNP’s Journey

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

In the world of nonprofit professionals, there are those whose stories inspire, uplift, and ignite a passion for positive change. Ashley Baker, CNP ( Certified Nonprofit Professional ), is one of these individuals. In an exclusive interview, Ashley shares her experiences, insights, and valuable advice for aspiring professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.

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A Better Approach to Nonprofit Board Agendas

NonProfit PRO

Typically, board meetings follow a prescriptive order. I propose an approach that fits organizational needs and generates board enthusiasm.

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McGovern Foundation Awards $66 Million to Advance A.I. for the Public Good

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest Also, MathWorks committed $25 million to protect and restore land throughout Massachusetts, and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute promised $15 million to six research universities to bolster student success in the STEM fields.

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Whose Agenda Is It?

NonProfit PRO

Typically, board meetings follow a prescriptive order. I propose an approach that fits organizational needs and generates board enthusiasm.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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No More Boring Board Meetings!

Joan Garry

Learn my simple equation that can turn your board from low performing to informed, enriched, engaged, and ignited. The post No More Boring Board Meetings! appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting.

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Blackthorn.io Launches Blackthorn Industries, A New Initiative to Align With Salesforce Industries

NonProfit PRO

Blackthorn.io announced the launch of Blackthorn Industries, a venture to better align with Salesforce Industries.

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Comment on Finding Your Courage for Fundraising: Raise a $1 Million Gift by Alexandra Ripken

Amy Eisenstein

Finding your courage as a fundraiser means raising thousands (even millions) more dollars for your cause. Change your mindset and unleash your power!

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It’s Time to Share Our Failures (Blog)

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Ruwaida Salem , Neela A. Saldanha , Anne Ballard Sara , Elizabeth Tully & Tara M. Sullivan Global health professionals need to build a culture fostering trust and learning in which we can learn as much from what doesn’t work as from what does.

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Comment on Finding Your Courage for Fundraising: Raise a $1 Million Gift by Stephen D. Gerber

Amy Eisenstein

Great article Amy! I think that we have to take the time to plan well but then it requires action once the plan is thoughtfully put into place. I think that many in our sector tend to take the adage, Ready-Aim-Fire and without realizing it or with no intention, turn it into Ready-Aim-Aim-Aim…and the Fire is often left out of the mix. Execution is a challenge, but making it happen requires and intentional plan that also has clear action steps.

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Webinar Recap Part 1: Three Things Your Organization’s HR Assessment Should Reveal

NonProfit HR

We are excited to present a recap of this webinar presented by Shelbie Webster, Senior Consultant, Strategy & Advisory, and Suana Watson, Consultant, Strategy & Advisory, Part 1 in a 3-part series. Watch the Webinar HR assessments reveal critical insights into an organization’s strategic and operational capacity, capability, priority alignment and program effectiveness.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.

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5 Strategies for Boosting Nonprofit Employee Engagement

Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

Nonprofits have limited resources and, as such, need to focus on sustainability. From fundraisers to mission-related programs, what can you do to make your nonprofit self-sustaining long-term? One overlooked answer is investing in your employees. Nonprofit employees often put in long hours, wear many hats, and are tasked with doing more with fewer resources than for-profit organizations.

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Webinar Recap Part 2: Three Things Your Organization’s HR Assessment Should Reveal

NonProfit HR

In Part 1 of this series, Shelbie Webster, Senior Consultant, Strategy & Advisory, Nonprofit HR, walks us through the what, why and when to conduct HR assessments to optimize HR and drive organizational advancement. In part two, Suana Watson, Consultant, Strategy & Advisory, Nonprofit HR, joins Shelbie to guide us through the logistics and key … Read more The post Webinar Recap Part 2: Three Things Your Organization’s HR Assessment Should Reveal appeared first on Nonprofit HR.

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Leading with Reflection: New Year’s Rituals for Nonprofit Professionals

Beth Kanter

Daily Walking Reflection I don’t make New Year’s Resolutions because they don’t offer an opportunity for reflection. And, if I’m being honest, I don’t stick to them. For over thirty years, I have integrated “reflection rituals” in my professional work on a daily, weekly, quarterly, and annually basis. For example, I have a daily reflection ritual of walking a few miles a day to think away from screens.

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The Real Reason Nonprofits Can’t Keep Great Staff with Jonathan Meagher-Zayas

Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

Are you heading into 2024 with fundraising tools that make your job easier? Today’s sponsor Qgiv can help! Over 20,000 fundraisers trust Qgiv to help them raise more money and improve their fundraising events. Visit www.jcsocialmarketing.com/qgiv to get a custom walkthrough of the platform and a free “This Is My Fundraising Shirt” t-shirt.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Happy New Year? It depends what nonprofit “year” you’re talking about.  

Candid

The language of the social sector can feel daunting and confusing. For example, did you know there are at least five different types of “years” when it comes to nonprofit data? In honor of the New Year, I explain the differences between these “years” and why you should know the difference. Calendar year Let’s start with the easy one. The calendar year is the one you’re used to thinking about, the one your Outlook and Google calendars use.