For a nonprofit, getting local elected representatives behind your cause is important. To help us understand the do’s and don’ts of connecting with them we will interview Gary Sherwood, Director of Communications at National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF) based in San Rafael, CA. They can be … Read More... about How to Connect with Local Elected Representatives to Promote Your Cause
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Nonprofit Management & Operational Advice
How to Write a Letter of Thanks for Donations
Funding can be one of the biggest single challenges of running a nonprofit. Without funding, programming becomes increasingly difficult. So what is the key to funding a nonprofit? Gratitude, of course! Writing an effective and heartfelt letter of thanks for donations lets donors know that you value … Read More... about How to Write a Letter of Thanks for Donations
Nonprofit Board Roles and Responsibilities
Your boss just asked if you’d be willing to be nominated for a seat on the board of the local YMCA. You are flattered to be asked. You enjoy working out at the Y. You think this is great – maybe board members get to attend classes for free! You tell your boss you are interested, and a meeting is set … Read More... about Nonprofit Board Roles and Responsibilities
How to Plan a Profitable Nonprofit Gala
Thousands of nonprofits produce galas and other elaborate fundraisers each year. They can be tremendous assets for your organization or enormous wastes of time and money. If you choose to make yours an asset, here are the two most important areas where you need to focus. Start With Your Business … Read More... about How to Plan a Profitable Nonprofit Gala
Risk and Reward Often Arrive Simultaneously for Nonprofit Boards
The phrase "black swan" comes from 2nd-century Roman poet Juvenal who described "a rare bird in the lands and very much like a black swan.” The poet and most others assumed that black swans didn’t exist. They were wrong. Today, we use the term as a metaphor for the fragility of any system of thought … Read More... about Risk and Reward Often Arrive Simultaneously for Nonprofit Boards
Newsletters Best Practices for Nonprofits
One of the smartest tools you can have in your relationship-building arsenal is a newsletter. It doesn’t matter if it’s electronic or printed, this regular connection with your audiences is one of the most important assets your organization can develop. What is a newsletter? A newsletter is a … Read More... about Newsletters Best Practices for Nonprofits
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Nonprofit Board Member Responsibilities
The real challenge for directors of nonprofit boards isn’t regulatory compliance—it’s high performance. Most who serve on a nonprofit board have a passion for the organization’s mission, and they show up filled with good intentions. Too often, however, they don’t have clearly defined … Read More ... about Nonprofit Board Member Responsibilities
Top Challenges Keeping Your Emails from the Inbox
Email marketing is a crucial channel for nonprofit marketers. In fact, email accounted for 28 percent of all online revenue for nonprofits in 2017. Given how nonprofits rely on email to connect with their donors, volunteers, and advocates, it may come as a surprise to learn that nonprofit marketers … Read More ... about Top Challenges Keeping Your Emails from the Inbox
Five Reasons for Nonprofits to Hire an Outsourced CIO
When is it time to outsource your nonprofit’s investment management? In the same way that a nonprofit’s size does not dictate its need for legal assistance, a portfolio’s size alone does not dictate the need for investment assistance. The key role of a nonprofit organization’s trustees is to … Read More ... about Five Reasons for Nonprofits to Hire an Outsourced CIO
The Evolution of Corporate Engagement: Best Practices for Communicating with Progressive Companies to Gain Their Interest in Engaging with Your Nonprofit
Over the past decade, there has been a growing emphasis on workplace wellness, corporate social responsibility and the importance of investing in programs that will attract and retain talent for companies. Businesses have become more attuned to the opportunity for engaging with nonprofits to … Read More ... about The Evolution of Corporate Engagement: Best Practices for Communicating with Progressive Companies to Gain Their Interest in Engaging with Your Nonprofit
3 Ways Giving Can Help You Save
When considering the option of giving, emphasis is often placed on the direct gains from tax deductible contributions. There are other, more indirect benefits of giving to charity that are important to observe. Consider your financial goals and learn to plan wisely. Donating to a charity can help … Read More ... about 3 Ways Giving Can Help You Save
How to Promote Nonprofit Events
When you think about nonprofit events, automatically you probably think about fundraisers, such as a gala or semi-formal gathering with a silent auction and other opportunities to give. In fact, nonprofit organizations can use events for a host of reasons, ranging from a primary source of … Read More ... about How to Promote Nonprofit Events