Wed.Jan 03, 2024

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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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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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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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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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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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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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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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How the Selfish Giving Newsletter is Changing in 2024 ; How to Do Cause Marketing with a Laundromat? ; 11 Things to Look Forward to in 2024

Selfish Giving

Happy New Year! ??? Three things this week.? 1️⃣ A big thank you to everyone who took my survey before the holidays. My goal was to get 5% of my subscribers to complete it. I hit 7%! ? 2️⃣ Everyone who completed the survey was entered into a random drawing to win a Selfish Giving tee. The first batch of t-shirts will go out this week! Some of you will be getting vintage and collectible CauseTalk Radio tees!

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

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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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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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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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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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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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.