NonProfit Leadership Alliance

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Review and revise your solutions’ outputs to ensure they align with your nonprofit’s messaging standards and maintain the personal touch your donors value. This way, you can mitigate any uncertainty or pushback at your organization and take advantage of this opportunity to bring your operations into the future.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 19, 2022

For nonprofit professionals, 2022 was another year of learning, adapting and innovating. During the past year, nonprofit leaders turned to the Nonprofit Leadership Center for resources and support to strengthen their organizations and communities. How to Calculate the Value of Volunteer Time. READ ARTICLE.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Growing a nonprofit takes more than just passion: you also need creativity, persistence, and a handful of nonprofit leadership skills to guide your organization through the growth years and fulfill your mission. Without good leadership, everything falls apart. 9 Top Nonprofit Leadership Skills 1.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

Established nonprofit organizations play a vital role in addressing social issues, driving positive change, and enriching communities. However, even organizations with a long history of impact must continue to evolve, adapt, and innovate to remain effective and relevant in a rapidly changing world. Not sure where to even start?

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NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 17, 2024

These stories can appeal to potential employees’ values and emotions. Retention Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations Creating a Positive Work Culture One of the most critical components to retaining your top talent is creating and fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. How do you do that?

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 5, 2024

In the diverse tapestry of nonprofit organizations, one challenge that often arises is the generational and knowledge divide among employees. With multi-generational staff and varying levels of experience, nonprofits must navigate these divides to foster collaboration, innovation, and shared success. Did you enjoy this story?

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NonProfit Leadership Center

OCTOBER 2, 2023

As the ultimate decision-making body for nonprofit organizations, boards of directors are responsible for guiding a nonprofit’s vision and strategy and for overseeing its financial accountability. Finding the right board members is critical to every nonprofit organization’s success.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Some challenges may be less tangible, such as cultural differences and values. This can be achieved by emphasizing the global values that unite us, regardless of what language we speak or what day of the week we worship. When your team is working together and sharing ideas, you strengthen ties within your organization.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 8, 2023

In the world of nonprofit organizations, the key to making a lasting impact lies within the power of their teams. These teams are more than just a group of individuals working together; they are the heart and soul of the organization, driving its mission forward.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 20, 2023

A nonprofit organization hires a talented professional. This person is valued by their peers and supervisors. They are one of the most talented team members to come through the organization in the past few years. In fact, it’s one of the most significant challenges new managers and nonprofit leaders tell us about.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 10, 2023

Written by: Michael Ash, Ma, CNP, PCM, PMP Reading Time: 5 minutes In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, nonprofit organizations face unprecedented challenges, from transitioning to remote work models to addressing economic hardships, new challenges in fundraising, and community struggles.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 23, 2024

However, when managed wisely, overhead expenses, including capacity building, are vital investments that pave the way for a nonprofit’s growth and success. Educating them about the trends and myths of the sector could go a long way to help them gain a better understanding of what would be best for the organization.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 24, 2024

Your nonprofit has plenty of responsibilities to manage , from planning fundraising events to organizing community programs. In exchange, your nonprofit can provide marketing for your sponsor, making it a win-win for both sides. If you’ve found yourself wishing for an extra support system, we’ve got the solution for you.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

At the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we believe gratitude is one of the secret ingredients to success. Our deep gratitude extends to you, our nonprofit partners, supporters and community leaders, who help strengthen nonprofit organizations and our communities alongside us every day. Triumphing Through Challenges.

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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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NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 7, 2023

Tina James​ Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility, Florida Blue Tina James, the senior manager of corporate social responsibility at Florida Blue, is one of 20 outstanding professionals of color selected to participate in the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s 2023 Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MAY 1, 2023

The study looks at billions of emails and SMS messages, millions of website visits and thousands of social media posts from hundreds of nonprofits (215 in the most recent report to be exact). Findings from the 2023 M+R Benchmarks study reveal four important insights all nonprofit organizations should know.

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Beth Kanter

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The alignment between an individual’s values and the organization’s mission is essential for success in the nonprofit sector. By hiring for empathy, organizations can ensure their employees truly understand and embrace the importance of empathy in driving social change.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 13, 2022

join the Nonprofit Leadership Center for a nonprofit training class or certificate program in the new year. These learning experiences will strengthen your skills and your nonprofit organization. Fundraising is essential to every nonprofit organization’s success.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 3, 2024

Nonprofit organizations are pivotal in driving social change, tackling systemic issues, and supporting marginalized groups. To foster sustainable and equitable progress, it’s crucial to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of nonprofit operations.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 24, 2024

Decision-Making A study in the Journal of Business Ethics found that individuals high in mindfulness are more likely to act ethically, value upholding ethical standards, and use a principled approach to ethical decision-making. Mindfulness in our approach can be essential to making this shift.

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Candid

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The movement signals a new era of work, one where professionals value autonomy over security and innovation over tradition. This new vision has led nonprofit organizations to reconsider how to best leverage talent in a changing landscape. It is nerve-racking going from a steady paycheck to creating your own income.

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Nonprofit Fixer

JANUARY 13, 2023

Struggling with your confidence in any role, including work in nonprofit organizations, can impact your performance, happiness and overall approach to your career. I believe imposter syndrome is pervasive and could be the greatest threat to nonprofit leadership. Is imposter syndrome different in nonprofit work?

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 25, 2024

At the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we’re on a mission to develop and connect nonprofit leaders to strengthen organizations and our communities. However, recent research from the Florida Nonprofit Alliance and National Council of Nonprofits shows that our sector is experiencing a workforce shortage crisis.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 16, 2024

Emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are making waves in the nonprofit sector, and for good reason. These tools hold the potential to help nonprofit organizations do a lot of good in their communities, as they can be used for everything from taking notes in meetings to identifying new donor prospects.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 12, 2024

You’ll need to estimate the fair market value of these contributions using defensible valuation methods. Cost share usually cannot include federal funding sources (money from other federal grants), although there are some exceptions for tribal organizations. Did you enjoy this story?

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 31, 2023

For instance, an environmental nonprofit might reach out to the supporter of a similar initiative with the following message: “As a key supporter of the clean water movement, we are confident that you share our values for making a positive impact on the environment. I see that [Current Supporter’s Name] is a mutual connection of ours.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 15, 2023

And because they don’t disrupt donors’ day-to-day cash flow (and might even come out of non-cash assets), making a planned gift of a certain size can be a much easier decision for donors than making an immediate cash gift of the same value. Nonprofits that invest in planned giving frequently see these fundraising benefits: Larger gifts.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 4, 2023

Recruiting top talent is crucial for any nonprofit organization, and your website is often the first point of contact between potential candidates and your organization. However, many nonprofits struggle to use their website effectively for recruitment. Highlight your mission and values. Showcase your team.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 29, 2024

Nonprofit organizations often operate on shoestring budgets, with every dollar being stretched to its limit to fulfill the organization’s mission. Yet the lifeblood of any nonprofit is its people – the passionate volunteers and hard-working staff who dedicate their time, energy, and talents to making a positive impact.

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The Charity CFO

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Your nonprofit organization relies on the knowledge and guidance of its leadership team to advance its mission. A strong leadership team makes it easy for your organization to reach its goals by effectively using resources and managing strategy. Get the free guide!

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 10, 2023

This is why many nonprofit organizations rely on volunteers to help them pull off events—because volunteers can put in the work behind the scenes to help your team offer an unforgettable experience that also pulls in donations for your cause. One of the best ways to thank your volunteers is to write and send thank-you letters.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 22, 2023

V isually appealing marketing mat erials can crea te a positive emotional connection between the nonprofit and its supporters. Well-designed materials can help convey your mission and values, making people feel connected to the organization and its work. Please visit our website for several free marketing resources!

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Depending on a nonprofit’s gross annual receipts and total net assets, organizations will qualify for different versions of Form 990. Generally, larger organizations with more gross annual receipts or total net assets will have more complex Form 990s. .

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Take these opportunities to talk to potential new supporters in person, recruit volunteers and donors, and establish your nonprofit’s reputation as a force for good in your community. . Your nonprofit likely couldn’t achieve its mission without the help of loyal donors, volunteers , corporate partners, and advocates.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 31, 2024

They are not, however, afraid of tough or uncomfortable situations and conversations. While certain leaders may choose to circumvent conflict because they know they can get away with never addressing it, courageous leaders value the benefits of conflict. Courage calibrates your perception and perspective of risk and rewards.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Empowering Nonprofits For nonprofit organizations, Giving Tuesday represents a golden opportunity to connect with a global audience. As you embark on this preparatory phase, remember that every element of your strategy should align with your nonprofit’s mission and values.

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