Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 8, 2024

But aside from the “normal” nonprofit challenges of relying solely on private philanthropy, the organization had been presented to me as a vehicle in good shape, beyond needing a tune-up. For executives of color, nonprofit leadership is a ‘Hollow Prize.’ Many social justice nonprofits have long existed in states of extreme dysfunction.

Nonprofit governance and management 122

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership Non-Profits 122

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 31, 2022

The Statement of Activities is the Income Statement of a nonprofit organization. You may also know it as a profit and loss statement or income and expense report. In the for-profit world, they call the difference between revenues and expenses net income. Or profit. . What’s on the Statement of Activities?

Activism 98

Activism Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Although the most popular accounting software products- like QuickBooks and SAP- handle the needs of businesses in many industries, nonprofits have a unique business model and accounting standards and require different features and functionality from accounting software. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

Nonprofit governance and management 118

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 10, 2017

Also on the chopping block are big donations to nonprofits. According to Engage for Good , an industry group that helps companies and causes engage consumers and employees around social issues, large checkout fundraisers like Kmart's raise hundreds of millions of dollars for nonprofits. "We 2016 America’s Charity Checkout Champions.

Retail 213

Retail Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management 213

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

At this uncertain time, as the potential use-cases of generative AI begin to become apparent, there are at least 10 things that funders can do to help the existing field of tech-related nonprofits—and society at large—better prepare. Understanding, and developing guidelines and guardrails for, government use of AI.

Civil Society 107

Civil Society Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Governance 107

The Kindful Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

If the problem you are trying to solve or the need you are addressing isn’t a quick fix but instead long range, ongoing and/or escalating, you might consider forming your own nonprofit. In this post, we’ll review frequently asked questions about starting a nonprofit and nine key steps to get your own organization up and running.

Nonprofit governance and management 105

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Law Governance 105

Candid

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

This includes AI-driven financial decisions, health-tech solutions based on incomplete data, and the use of digital surveillance against communities that already distrust law enforcement and government agencies. Nonprofits step up to defend data equity The good news is that more nonprofits are stepping up to protect data equity.

Participation and motivation 105

Participation and motivation Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Non-Profits 105

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 22, 2022

The past few years have required nonprofit professionals to dig deep, think differently and work together to support communities. 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.

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The Charity CFO

MARCH 24, 2022

Nonprofit fraud makes for great headlines— like the Minnesota nonprofit Feeding Our Future accused this year of squandering $48 million of federal funding on luxurious trips, fancy mansions, and other personal costs. . According to The New York Times , the value of nonprofit fraud is approximately $40-50 Billion each year.

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Nonprofit governance and management Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Non-Profits 98

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When carefully structured and governed, spend-down strategies can provide targeted financial support to causes that need it most. However, the total dollars granted will be reduced, meaning risk management will take priority during the distribution process. This combination reduces the original value of the portfolio.

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Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Construction Children 89

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 17, 2022

If you’re like most nonprofit leaders, you’re not researching nonprofit accounting basics to satisfy your curiosity. with this overview of nonprofit accounting basics. . What is nonprofit accounting? The basic accounting principles for nonprofit organizations are the same as accounting for for-profit companies. .

Nonprofit Accountability 98

Nonprofit Accountability Non-Profits Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 98

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

As you fight to make the world a better place, how do you make sure you’re providing a nonprofit workplace that fosters fairness and complies with the necessary rules and regulations? There were two trends I saw in talking to these groups and other small nonprofits I’ve been involved with. around building systems and procedures.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 79

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Construction 79

Top Nonprofits

JULY 2, 2024

Managing your nonprofit’s finances is about more than just raising money and recording what you earn and spend. This means it’s crucial not only to manage your organization’s reserve funds well but also to stay aware of the current financial best practices and trends in the nonprofit sector.

Management 52

Management Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Finance 52

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

A new report from nonprofit climate research firm First Street Foundation reveals how homeowners in multiple states, from California to Florida, will see dramatic increases in their insurance premiums in the coming years due to the worsening impacts of climate change, including wildfires. Insurers have underestimated climate change.

Insurance 131

Insurance Construction Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 131

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 15, 2021

Chances are, you’re not starting work with a nonprofit with that level of naivete, but you do want to make a meaningful difference for a cause you care about. Nonprofits are all small and inefficient. Nonprofits are all small and inefficient. The fact is that nonprofits are the biggest employers in a lot of major cities.

Non-Profits 90

Non-Profits Nonprofit governance and management Universities Education 90

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 10, 2024

Image credit: Christian Ouellet on istock.com Financing challenges often stymie nonprofits. Community leaders also knew that if they didn’t act, profit-seeking firms would, exacerbating the already grave problem of dwindling affordable housing in Puerto Rico. Yet even after having been awarded an $11.2

Non-Profits 124

Non-Profits Finance Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management 124

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 19, 2022

At Grantli, I have created a state resources page where you can find useful links to state government departments and various other resources. The Jean Griswold Foundation is a public, non-profit foundation whose primary goal is to support caregivers and better their lives. Areas served: Worldwide. Jean Griswold Foundation.

Insurance 106

Insurance Nonprofit governance and management Foundations Education 106

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

APRIL 30, 2013

For the month of April, I’m hosting the nonprofit blog carnival. I also invited readers’ best single piece of advice for people who work at nonprofits. I also invited readers’ best single piece of advice for people who work at nonprofits. How has it transformed your work? There was an incredible response.

Non-Profits 97

Non-Profits Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management 97

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 21, 2022

While ROC has always been a nonprofit organization, its signature restaurant, Colors, was an LLC, created as a co-op and run by former Windows on the World workers. With the help of our late friend, Bruce Herman , a dozen Windows workers traveled to Italy to learn how to manage a successful worker cooperative restaurant.

Public and Social Policy 105

Public and Social Policy Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Non-Profits 105

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In early 2022, California’s Central Valley water district experienced theft by its own former general manager. Over the course of 23 years, former general manager Dennis Falaschi stole $25 million worth of water. These tankers supply non-potable water or water that cannot be used for drinking purposes.

Law 124

Law Non-Profits Governance Management 124

EveryAction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

If you loved our 2017 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar get ready for our new, improved, and updated 2018 calendar! We've searched far and wide for the best and brightest nonprofit conferences from all around the country! Nonprofit Management. Nonprofit Technology, and more! Alliance Management Institute (AMI).

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Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy Associations 77

Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

MAY 20, 2022

It’s easy to see why supporters would turn to the internet to engage with your nonprofit, as well! Your nonprofit’s website is a key channel to connect with supporters, receive donations, and raise awareness for your mission. Making a donation is the most popular conversion for nonprofits to track when it comes to their websites.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Hispanic Heritage Foundation is an award-winning nonprofit that identifies, inspires, prepares and positions Latino leaders in the classroom, community and workforce to meet America’s priorities. Here are just a few of our favorite organizations, which deserve your support this month and all year-round! Hispanic Heritage Foundation The.

Non-Profits 86

Non-Profits Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Health 86

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

Leadership Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Culture 145

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 2, 2024

The leaders of a nonprofit community garden want to help residents move up the value chain by selling food products from their homes, but state law restricts food production to commercial kitchens or farms. To make progress on our most pressing public problems actually requires reaching out across social boundaries.

Collaborations 125

Collaborations Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management 125

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 2, 2023

From smaller, newer nonprofits to larger charitable organizations, measuring performance is a universally shared need, especially in the realm of fundraising. But for organizations that offer direct services to constituents, such as social services nonprofits, there’s another layer of complexity— impact measurement. Services Delivered.

Management 52

Management Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Non-Profits 52

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Thirteen years ago, fewer than a dozen digital news nonprofits led the charge to shift news to a nonprofit model. Now, there are more than 400 digital news nonprofits nationwide , supported by an ever-growing coalition of philanthropies that include the Walton charities.

Public and Social Policy 137

Public and Social Policy Environmental Public and Nonprofit Management Philanthropy 137

The Agitator

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

We asked whether some independent party like Charity Navigator or the Better Business Bureau should rate nonprofit CEOs and Boards — 35% said yes to that idea; but 23% said no, and 42% were not sure. Warned one pundit: “They haven’t figured out how to accurately and fairly rate non-profits, I wouldn’t sic them on CEOs.”

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Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Associations Leadership 87

Fundraiser Ideas

JUNE 13, 2011

According to figures from the National Center for Charitable Statistics, contributions to nonprofit organizations have decreased in recent years. In spite of these obstacles, however, a number of charitable organizations are still managing to maintain solid financial footing in part due to their outstanding fundraising skills.

Non-Profits 49

Non-Profits Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profit Management Public and Nonprofit Management 49

Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Here are the 6 principles Jonathan presents: The Board focuses on governance, not management. One of the biggest problems with nonprofit boards is that too many people are sitting on them who don’t know the first thing about being a good board member. The Board has one employee: the CEO.

Nonprofit governance and management 73

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership Nonprofits 73

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 26, 2023

“UNABLE TO INTERVENE” by Yuet Lam-Tsang Editors’ note: This article is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine ’s summer 2023 issue, “Movement Economies: Making Our Vision a Collective Reality.” It is no surprise that the technology is extremely faulty and it is deployed almost exclusively in non-White neighborhoods.

Non-Profits 98

Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management Finance Nonprofit governance and management 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Historically, the Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) has been used as a term to capture these important upstream, non-medical drivers of health. For example, a solution to help Elisa manage her diabetes might not work in her community because of the cultural or economic barriers that are present.

Health 120

Health Public and Social Policy Entrepreneurship Food 120

Nonprofit Megaphone

OCTOBER 31, 2022

This holiday season, give back by shopping for unique gifts from nonprofit online stores. In this gift guide, you’ll find selections from nonprofits that you won’t see in regular shops. What’s more, your purchases from nonprofit shops will support the essential work of these organizations and the individuals they help year-round.

Children 105

Children Environmental Nonprofits Agriculture 105

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MARCH 29, 2021

5 Ways to Drive Operational Efficiency in Your Nonprofit Organization. Many Nonprofit Organizations run on a tight budget. More than any other type of business, a nonprofit organization cannot afford to be inefficient in its processes, projects, or the way its staff operates. Essential aspects of the non-profit vision statement.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JUNE 22, 2023

How Machine Learning can Contribute to Social Good Now is the right time for businesses, governments, and non-profits to consider ML applications that go beyond automation and improving bottom lines, and figure out how can they use these innovative technologies to contribute to society. Importantly, the app can work offline.

Non-Profits 52

Non-Profits Nonprofit governance and management Medical Children 52

The Charity CFO

AUGUST 15, 2023

The nonprofit sector is full of rewarding and impactful careers because it plays a crucial role in addressing various social, environmental, and humanitarian challenges. In this section, we will debunk the three most common nonprofit accounting myths. However, most of it is actually the same.

Nonprofit Accountability 52

Nonprofit Accountability Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management 52

The Charity CFO

MAY 30, 2023

Managing payroll for nonprofit organizations comes with unique requirements and considerations. Ensuring that your nonprofit payroll services are up to the task of withholding payroll taxes, complying with grant regulations, and ensuring compliance and transparency can be a huge lift.

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