NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 20, 2025

Ensure that the organization is operating consistent with its governing documents , including with respect to provisions governing elections, terms of service, board meetings, board actions by written consent, delegated authority to committees and officers, reports, amendments to bylaws, and voting membership rights (if applicable).

Public and Social Policy 117

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Ann Green

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

After all, to build up your organization, you first need a solid foundation! These guidelines govern how your team members handle your organization’s funding as they perform their daily tasks. This individual works closely with other members of your nonprofit’s leadership team on financial strategy. Bookkeeper.

Nonprofit governance and management 147

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Board members are a vital resource for nonprofits: In addition to their responsibility for governance, they each bring unique perspectives and experiences to enrich the growth of nonprofit organizations and partnerships. After college, she began a job as a Dean of Scholar Support at the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.

Collaborations 95

Collaborations Nonprofit governance and management Education Education 95

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.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 6, 2025

For example, only a handful of the nearly 200 US Giving Pledge signatories have giving organizations (foundations or otherwise) with more than 50 staff. They typically draw government, business, and NGOs into their operations, often with the goal of scaling and sustaining change.

Collaborations 93

Collaborations Philanthropy Foundations Governance 93

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 7, 2023

Even though that number has increased over the years, she continued to see a lack of representation at the C-suite and senior leadership levels of organizations. "I I know there are individuals like me who are qualified to be in leadership positions in the community. I found myself constantly asking why they weren't there.

Nonprofit governance and management 244

Nonprofit governance and management Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Race and Ethnicity 244

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. We spoke to more than a dozen leaders of color in philanthropic leadership working at the forefront of equitable philanthropy. We disagree.

Philanthropy 111

Philanthropy Public and Social Policy Leadership Collaborations 111

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 21, 2020

I was recently contacted by Julianne Buck, executive director of the Community Foundation of Grundy County about the Monthly Nonprofit Writing Prompts I send. Guest Post by Julianne Buck of the Community Foundation of Grundy County. I run a community foundation and it’s difficult to briefly explain what we do. Julianne Buck.

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Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Foundations Governance 285

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Image credit: skyNext on istock.com “We have observed a disconcerting pattern where Black women leaders are vacating their roles, with some leaving the non-profit sector altogether, citing hostility toward their leadership, strain on their health and well-being, unfair job expectations, and limited opportunities for career progression” (3).

Leadership 145

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

As one example, in early 2023, Brian Impact Foundation , which focuses on big-bet philanthropy , donated a total of 12.6 The foundation has also started a capacity-development program for nonprofits in collaboration with Root Impact , an intermediate support organization. billion won (about $9.7

Governance 111

Governance Nonprofit governance Nonprofit governance and management Universities 111

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 8, 2023

When the pandemic and government lockdown eliminated urban jobs, hundreds of thousands of people left Peru’s cities and walked home to their ancestral homelands. Community-Driven, Collective Leadership Community-driven, collective leadership is tough to measure or understand using surveys or quantitative research methodologies.

Leadership 122

Leadership Poverty Culture Public and Social Policy 122

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 28, 2024

But when we look at philanthropy in the US and Europe, the list of private foundations that have a primary focus on SME growth is extremely small, just over a dozen. Almost 10 years ago, an article in this magazine called for more SME funding, revealing that only 1 percent of overseas development aid goes toward supporting them.

Philanthropy 113

Philanthropy Poverty Public and Social Policy Non-Profits 113

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Of course, qualities such as financial expertise, legal knowledge, and leadership are all welcomed and useful additions; however they are not in place of the most important quality — caring. Martin Lowenstein from Friends of China Camp Passion is the Foundation for Everything A passion for the mission, vision, and values of our organization!

Ethics 106

Ethics Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Children 106

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In 2020, iF , A Foundation for Radical Possibility (then the Consumer Health Foundation) hosted a retreat with our board and staff. As an organization, we decided to take a stance in support of reparations for Black people, formally acknowledging the debt Black people are owed from our government and public institutions.

Foundations 118

Foundations Philanthropy Construction Healthcare 118

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Now, as board chair of the Boston-based Hyams Foundation , I find myself on the funder side, which means it’s my job to help the foundation move from critique to action. Of course, this is a foundation-wide effort, one in which both our board and staff have been engaged. Our journey has been long and gradual.

Foundations 127

Foundations Nonprofit Administration and Development Philanthropy Leadership 127

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

” This strong foundation allowed Erika to build a deep connection with the nonprofit sector. A Commitment to Service What sets Erika’s journey apart is her commitment to serving others. Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter.

Environmental 246

Environmental Nonprofit Leadership Universities Nonprofits 246

Candid

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Many organizations struggle to sustain their finances, teams, and leadership, which jeopardizes their ability to take up transformational opportunitiesand, in turn, their impact. Leadership development: PBIs help train local leaders, build resilient organizations, and prevent burnout.

Collaborations 89

Collaborations Nonprofit Administration and Development Leadership Finance 89

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 29, 2025

At the foundations where we workthe Conrad N. Hilton Foundation and the LIFT Fundwe recognize that an inclusive economy requires supporting worker voice and power, while ensuring overall alignment with employer needs and interests. It mandated that a percentage of funding be used for workforce training purposes.

Public Policy 100

Public Policy Race and Ethnicity Governance Philanthropy 100

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 5, 2025

Tenant unions often have room for allies, but decision-making about campaign strategy and tactics lives with the tenant leadership. For instance, the quasi-autonomous government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac established a set of multifamily tenant protections for properties they finance.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 101

Nonprofit Administration and Development Philanthropy Urban development Non-Profits 101

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Therefore, 501c3 organizations, whether public charities or private foundations, must navigate carefully to comply with regulations. Private foundations may provide general support to public charities that lobby, subject to certain requirements. See “ Private Foundations May Advocate ” from Bolder Advocacy, Alliance for Justice.

Public and Social Policy 101

Public and Social Policy Law Taxation Activism 101

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 10, 2024

In particular, the Prince Georges County Council was expecting increased fundraising capacity, leading to reduced nonprofit dependence on local government funding and greater sustainability. Organizational growth isnt linear. Every organization is different. All successfully weathered the pandemic and have grown in the intervening years.

Nonprofit governance and management 115

Nonprofit governance and management Organizational Change Nonprofit Capacity Nonprofits 115

Affnetz

APRIL 16, 2024

After all, mission success is driven by strong leadership. By implementing nonprofit board management software, organizations can streamline their board processes and improve overall governance. The American Cancer Society (ACS) adopted board management software to modernize its board governance practices and increase board engagement.

Management 245

Management Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development 245

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. Consider the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s Designing Nonprofit Programs Certificate Training. Embarking on the journey of developing new programs can be daunting. Not sure where to even start?

Public and Social Policy 206

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Culture 206

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. What is the governance around AI, so you have to teach people how to use it and the impact it will have.

Public and Social Policy 100

Public and Social Policy Leadership Culture Universities 100

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 26, 2023

In this guide, we’ll review expert tips for overcoming the top three nonprofit compliance challenges: Complying with governance guidelines Following fundraising requirements Reporting finances accurately Accuracy and thoroughness are key to maintaining compliance so your nonprofit can continue its important work.

Finance 207

Finance Governance Charitable Contribution Nonprofits 207

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Newsweek , for leadership in philanthropy and corporate social responsibility. “I’m My experience in strategic communications, nonprofit governance, and community engagement will help scale the organization’s impact and position it for continued success.”

Volunteerism 52

Volunteerism Volunteerism Governance Leadership 52

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Now, a new initiative by the Boston Foundation and its research center, Boston Indicators , hopes to explore the racial wealth divide in Greater Boston, as well as more broadly, in the hopes of identifying new approaches to closing the persistent gap. The Boston Foundation’s new CEO, M.

Foundations 118

Foundations Public Policy Leadership Governance 118

Fundraising Leadership

JULY 12, 2024

But we can use what we know to redefine leadership,” she says. Times are changing, and if you’re not looking at the qualities of great male and female leaders when considering what leadership means to you, you’re really missing out,” says Carter. Leadership Takeaway of The Week: “Don’t underestimate yourself.

Leadership 127

Leadership Public and Social Policy Collaborations Healthcare 127

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

In Reimagining Nonprofit Boards , a three-part series based on the NPQ webinar, A New Framework for Boards, Ananda Valenzuela challenges traditional governance models and offers a new vision for boards that empower rather than constrain. To get there, however, requires an understanding of how boards came to be. Where Did Boards Come From?

Nonprofit governance and management 64

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Public and Nonprofit Management Non-Profits 64

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Understanding the challenges BIPOC leadership face in the nonprofit sector One of the primary challenges BIPOC leaders face is limited access to funding.As we all know nonprofits rely on a combination of government grants, philanthropic donations, and earned income to support their operations.

Leadership 117

Leadership Public and Social Policy Poverty Race and Ethnicity 117

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Then, we’ve been trying to compare the information given by the federal government and the one been given by the Puerto Rico government, which was usually different in terms of the amount of money. The US government and FEMA recently changed the recovery process in Puerto Rico. The wording, the categories of the information.

Governance 139

Governance Disaster Relief Foundations Philanthropy 139

Nonprofit Fixer

APRIL 25, 2023

Despite its popularity, leadership coaching remains a bit of a mystery to many people. We’ll cover: What is leadership coaching and what are the benefits How much nonprofit leadership coaching costs Standard elements in a leadership coaching engagement How to find a leadership coach What Is Leadership Coaching and How Is It Beneficial?

Leadership 98

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofits Nonprofit governance and management 98

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

A Cautionary Tale: Overcoming Governance Nightmares in Nonprofit Organizations No one enjoys it when a nonprofits board doesnt work well together. 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.

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Nonprofit governance and management Finance Collaborations Leadership 73

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Look beyond government funding and explore community support. Miller is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Penn-Mar Human Services and also serves as the CEO of the Penn-Mar Foundation. Since joining the organization in 1988, he has served in various leadership roles, most recently as President and Chief Operating Officer.

Recruitment 52

Recruitment Retention Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profit Management 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

Working in the nonprofit sector requires you to band together with other motivated individuals excited to create change and adapt to unforeseen circumstances, like frequent changes in government policies. When you can build relationships with supporters and sponsors, you’ll create a solid foundation of support.

Nonprofit Management 236

Nonprofit Management Management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy 236

The Charity CFO

MARCH 13, 2025

With government funding and donor contributions facing heightened scrutiny, nonprofit leaders must ensure their financial systems are rock solid. Government regulations are tightening, and donors are demanding more accountability. Is Your Nonprofit Ready for Increased Funding Scrutiny? Download it for later.

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Nonprofit governance and management Ethics Governance Leadership 52

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

We will research and target high-priority foundation s and government funding sources while strengthening our relationships with our current funders. Christy Crosser from Estes Park Museum Friends & Foundation, Inc. Looking forward to implementing some important tasks in 2025!

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Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Food Governance 59