Managing the Relational Aspect of Nonprofit Governance
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Most nonprofit governance work is transactional by nature. Here's why transactions are best when board members' relationships are strong.
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Why Nonprofit-Government Partnerships Sometimes Flounder
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 13, 2024
Campbell Brittany Murray/MediaNews Group/Long Beach Press-Telegram via Getty Images Volunteers can help reduce costs, but most nonprofit social service groups rely heavily on government funding. Getting services to people in need often relies on those partnerships, but reporting requirements can be too onerous
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5 Governance Tips for Nonprofit Directors
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 20, 2022
Nonprofit directors play a vital role in making sure a nonprofit’s governance structure is functioning and healthy. Here are five tips for contributing to a healthy governance structure.
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Managing the Transition from a Working Board to a Governance Board
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Here are five reasons an organization may transition its board from a working board to a governance board, and how to protect board members.
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7 Tips for Building a Strong Board of Governance
NonProfit PRO
MAY 18, 2022
Now could mark the perfect time for a little spring cleaning for nonprofit organizations — specifically sprucing up an organization’s board of governance. To evaluate whether adjustments need to be made, nonprofits should first consider these seven best practices and tips for building a strong board of governance.
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Common-Sense Governance
NonProfit PRO
MAY 3, 2022
While nonprofit board management is complicated, some of the complications can be addressed through basic common sense. Here are a number of common sense and tested suggestions that may reduce at least some of the complications that can affect achieving nonprofit board success.
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The Human Cost of a Government Shutdown: A Call to Action for Nonprofits
Joan Garry
OCTOBER 3, 2023
I reveal the human cost of a government shutdown on nonprofits. The post The Human Cost of a Government Shutdown: A Call to Action for Nonprofits appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting. It's time to act—advocacy isn't just crucial, it's our moral duty.
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Government Grants Were Key for Nonprofits During Early Covid Crisis
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 14, 2023
By Jennifer Mayo Kameleon007/Getty Images/iStockphoto Charitable donations dropped more than 20 percent during the first six months of the pandemic, but government grants soared by over 65 percent.
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A Government Shutdown Is Looming: What Nonprofits Need to Know
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
Organizations across the country are creating contingency plans. By Sara Herschander Douglas Rissing, Getty Images In what's become a bitter cycle, nonprofits across the country are creating contingency plans.
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MIP Fund Accounting Research Study Finds Nonprofits, Educators, and Local Governments have Optimistic Staffing and Revenue Outlooks
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 5, 2023
MIP Fund Accounting (MIP), a nonprofit cloud-based, SaaS fund accounting software offering from Community Brands, recently released findings of its research study, 2023 Trends and Insights into the State of Nonprofits, Schools, and Local Government.
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Looking Ahead to 2022: Three Keys to Nonprofit Governance Are Essential to Optimize Operations
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 9, 2021
These are uniquely challenging times for nonprofits. Nonprofits can look internally to maximize potential and remain operational. For nonprofit leaders navigating this difficult season, here are three tips to get started today.
Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Strengthen Link Between Nonprofit Sector and Federal Government
NonProfit PRO
MAY 2, 2022
Congresswoman Betty McCollum and Congressman Fred Upton have introduced the Nonprofit Sector Strength and Partnership Act of 2022, which aims to improve access to data about the nonprofit sector and leverage the mission of thousands of nonprofits to effectively work together.
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10 Foundations Pool $200 Million for Efforts to Govern Artificial Intelligence
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Prest Getty Images Plus, the Jewish Federations of North America distributed $148 million from its Israel Emergency Fund to 116 aid organizations, and Signet Jewelers has committed $100 million to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Comment on Nonprofit Board Governance Best Practices: The Shocking Truth by RAP
Amy Eisenstein
JANUARY 18, 2024
Does a President who has already served 4 years as mandated by current bylaws get to automatically extend their term to another 2 years because bylaws were amended?
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Partnering With Nonprofits, City Government, and Neighbors to Give Locally
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Father-daughter duo Mike Bontrager and Stephanie Almanza of Square Roots Collective talk about the power of trust in local philanthropy.
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Federal Government Turns to Communities to Help Refugees Settle Into the U.S.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Citizen sponsors raise private funds for refugees' living expenses and connect them with housing, transportation, and employment. By Emily Frazier and Pablo Bose Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images Ukrainian refugees attend a job fair in Brooklyn, N.Y.
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Did a $100 Million Effort Reduce Homelessness? The Results Are In
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 30, 2024
A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich. A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich. By Maria Di Mento Jeff Chiu, AP Photo Tipping Point spent nearly $100.7
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Donor-Advised Fund Holders Should Unleash Their Dollars Now — Not Wait for Government Action
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 19, 2023
By David Risher and Jennifer Risher Getty Images The co-creators of the #HalfMyDAF campaign are calling on more donors to join them as they launch two new rounds of matching funds to encourage people to grant 50 percent of their DAF dollars to nonprofits.
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MacArthur, the San Francisco DA, and the Pitfalls of Funding Government Programs
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 9, 2024
A disagreement about how to spend grant money offers poignant lessons on the perils of investing in public institutions. By Craig Kennedy Gabrielle Lurie/San Francisco Chronicle via AP District Attorney Brooke Jenkins became district attorney because her predecessor was considered too lenient on crime.
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Suing Government and Business Is a Potent Way to Curb Climate Change. Why Are Donors So Afraid of It?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 18, 2023
By Bruce Reznik Mel Melcon, Los Angeles Times, Getty Images A lawsuit against Los Angeles County helped spur efforts to stop polluting the Los Angeles River. Lawsuits are not as risky or costly as many grant makers believe — and are one of the best strategies for achieving lasting effects on a wide range of environmental issues.
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Charities Are Allowed to Do Some Lobbying, but Many Do None at All
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JULY 12, 2024
Only a fourth of charitable nonprofits have ever formally lobbied the government — far fewer than the three-fourths that did in 2000. By Heather MacIndoe and Mirae Kim Only a fourth of charitable nonprofits have ever formally lobbied the government — far fewer than the three-fourths that did in 2000.
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The Nonprofit World Should Embrace, Not Fear, Congressional Interest in Donor Transparency
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. By Craig Kennedy Getty Images Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. Their concern is misplaced, and the field’s legitimacy is at stake.
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A Grant Program for Black Women Business Owners Is Discriminatory, Appeals Court Rules
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2024
By Alexandra Olson, Associated Press NEW YORK Rebecca Blackwell/AP Co-founders and CEOs of the Fearless Fund Arian Simone, center left, and Ayana Parsons, center right, The ruling against the Atlanta-based Fearless Fund is another victory for conservative groups waging a sprawling legal battle against corporate diversity programs that have targeted (..)
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Engaging Government in Collective Action
Stanford Social Innovation Review
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
By Nan Chen & Archana Sahgal Working with governments to co-create programs and funding strategies can unlock resources far beyond what any single organization can do on its own.
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Critical Nonprofit Policy Issues the Next President and Congress Will Face
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations. By Ben Gose Chronicle Illustration; Photo by Julia Schmalz Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations.
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3.6 Million U.S. Citizens Can’t Participate in Democracy. Here's How Philanthropy Can Help
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
territories unable to vote or access government benefits, they’re also largely ignored by grant makers. territories unable to vote or access government benefits, they’re also largely ignored by grant makers. Not only are people from the U.S. By Javier H. Territories: Puerto Rico, left, U.S. Not only are people from the U.S.
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The ‘World’s Mayor’ — How Michael Bloomberg Uses Philanthropy to Change the Way Cities Are Run
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Through Bloomberg Philanthropies, he is providing funding and technical support to around 700 city governments across 150 countries. By Tom Baker and Alistair Sisson Getty Images Bloomberg has described partnerships between philanthropists and government as a “perfect match.”
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'Dodgy' Data Dump From IRS Causes Headaches for Nonprofits
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
The glitch could pose a barrier for charities seeking to secure donations or government grants. By Alex Daniels In a potentially widespread error, the agency sent tax-return data for nonprofits that apparently misreports organizations' 2022 finances.
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Understanding the Unique Role of Nonprofits in Advancing Public-Private Partnerships
NonProfit PRO
MAY 23, 2023
Nonprofit organizations are essential intermediaries that administer partnership services, build private support for government initiatives, and bridge private funding and government operations. But these partnerships are often complex. Here are a few things to consider before exploring a public-private partnership.
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Financial Foundations for Nonprofit Success: Strategies to Maximize Impact
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 26, 2024
Here's how the crucial areas of financial stewardship, tax strategy and governance can enhance your nonprofit's effectiveness.
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What Michael Bloomberg's Plan to Transfer His Company to Charity Could Mean for Philanthropy
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 25, 2023
By Maria Di Mento Alastair Grant, PA Wire, AP Michael Bloomberg has given extensively to education and to nonprofits focused on arts and culture, the environmental, public health, and improving city governments around the world.
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A Ukrainian Humanitarian Worker’s Plea to Philanthropy: Don’t Forget Us
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Donors must recommit to supporting the country as government aid falls short. Donors must recommit to supporting the country as government aid falls short. Two years after the Russian invasion, funding to Ukraine has slowed to a trickle.
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What Grant Funders Really Want
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 3, 2023
Whether your nonprofit is applying for a government grant or support from a private foundation, what reviewers are looking for in grant proposals can feel like a secret. So, to improve your grant applications and give funders what they want, here are five tips.
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How the Ripple Effects of Bank Turmoil Could Affect Nonprofits — and How to Avoid Them
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 15, 2023
By Drew Lindsay Nikolas Liepins, Anadolu Agency, Getty Images People wait outside the Silicon Valley Bank headquarters in Santa Clara, CA, to withdraw funds after the federal government intervened upon the bank’s collapse.
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6 Tips to Improve Your Advocacy Right Now
NonProfit PRO
MAY 13, 2022
What is not often discussed is that many government affairs professionals say it’s getting harder to do and they need more effective tactics. As we all know, advocacy is part of the mission at almost every nonprofit. Here are six tips, including ways to improve your advocacy program and pitfalls to avoid.
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How Philanthropy Can Fund a Tech Revolution
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MAY 28, 2024
By Stephanie Beasley Courtesy of Renaissance Philanthropy As head of his own nonprofit advisory firm, Tom Kalil wants to increase funding for the kinds of science and technology projects that he says venture capitalists and government agencies are likely to pass over.
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How Corporate Philanthropy Continues to Evolve in 2023
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Corporate philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, and environmental, social and governance have become an essential ingredient in organizational culture and purpose. So what does this shift mean for the current state and near-term future of corporate philanthropy?
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3 Key Areas That Optimize Your Nonprofit Board’s Governance
NonProfit PRO
MAY 2, 2024
How much information do nonprofit board members need to do their jobs? Your board should have information in these three areas.
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AARP Now Accepting 2024 Community Challenge Grant Applications
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 12, 2024
AARP invites local eligible nonprofits and governments across the country to apply for the 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant program.
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What Was the Philanthropic Pluralism Manifesto Really About?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MAY 4, 2023
By Craig Kennedy A recent call by philanthropy leaders for greater civility and respect of those with different views appears to be an opening response to critics, especially those in Congress, who want to reform laws governing the field.
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Invest in People, Not Programs
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 24, 2023
If this model works, why isn’t philanthropy and government moving from investing in programs to investing in people to address systemic inequalities in the U.S.? Research shows “trusting and investing” in people works.
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AmeriCorps Expands Commitment Advancing Equity and Racial Justice
NonProfit PRO
MAY 5, 2022
AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, launched its equity action plan in accordance with President Biden’s Executive Order 13985 on Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government. .
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Overcoming the Worker and Volunteer Shortage at Nonprofits
NonProfit PRO
JANUARY 23, 2023
Due to the lack of volunteers and a shift in government support, some nonprofit organizations may have to halt programs and readjust their goals to help those most in need. Today, the nonprofit community is suffering from a labor and volunteer shortage.
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Can a $30 Million Bet on Supreme Court Reform Rise Above Partisan Divides?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 6, 2024
By Sara Herschander Craig Hudson for The Washington Post, Getty Images The public’s positive perception of the judiciary has deteriorated in recent years at the fastest rate of any branch of government. Above, the Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C. NYU's new Kohlberg Center on the U.S.
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