The nonprofit fundraising landscape has changed, and nonprofits are now thinking outside of traditional signature, in-person-only events to stay relevant and widen their audience reach. Those that leveraged technology at the beginning of the pandemic quickly transitioned fundraising efforts online … Read More... about 2021 Fundraising Tips to Jumpstart the New Year
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Are Good Intentions Enough – A Peek Behind the Curtain of the Not-For-Profit Sector
I had envisioned writing a book with this same title, “Are Good Intentions Enough” for the last ten years, but just have not taken the time to write it. Maybe it was not even about taking the time, but more about the potential reaction it might have. Or maybe, as some time passed … Read More... about Are Good Intentions Enough – A Peek Behind the Curtain of the Not-For-Profit Sector

How Can Nonprofits Collect on Money Owed?
By Dean Kaplan
Nonprofits differ from for-profit companies in a variety of ways. However, one thing all organizations have in common is that they have to pay bills. Some nonprofits sell memberships, charge membership fees or charge for products or services, apparel or accessories. Others rely solely on grants … Read More... about How Can Nonprofits Collect on Money Owed?

3 Ways Nonprofits Can Maintain Momentum During a Pandemic
By Wayne Elsey
In March of this year, the COVID-19 pandemic forced nonprofits to alter their operations to survive the turbulent economy. During those first few months, nonprofits had to rapidly pivot to working from home while meeting increased demands for supporter engagement. Now, it’s no longer just about … Read More... about 3 Ways Nonprofits Can Maintain Momentum During a Pandemic

Managing Board Member Conflicts in the Context of Real Estate Transactions
Nonprofits often exist in a dynamic environment of shifting goals, priorities, external conditions, and constituent needs. Despite the fact that well-governed nonprofits prepare themselves for an ever-changing world, 2020 has tested the limits of the most stable entities throughout the country with … Read More... about Managing Board Member Conflicts in the Context of Real Estate Transactions

Nonprofits and COVID-19: How to Strategize Beyond the Crisis
By Aly Sterling
When the pandemic first emerged, nonprofit professionals everywhere were caught off guard. At that point, the focus was on emergency funding, pivoting operations and simply responding to the crisis. We’re now long past that point, and nonprofits everywhere are back to work with fundraising and … Read More... about Nonprofits and COVID-19: How to Strategize Beyond the Crisis
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From Idea to Outcome: How to Set Goals for Your Nonprofit Organization
Beginning the year with goal planning can seem like a stressful or overwhelming exercise. Given how 2020 has played out, you might wonder if it’s even worth the effort. But successful nonprofit organizations understand the value in planning for the future and directing its people, time, and … Read More ... about From Idea to Outcome: How to Set Goals for Your Nonprofit Organization

5 Reasons to Pursue Professional Development During COVID
COVID-19 disrupted many aspects of our day-to-day lives. Many people started working from home while others lost their jobs completely. While the companies selling toilet paper and bicycles thrived, other businesses and organizations felt the harsh realities of the economic downturn. Now … Read More ... about 5 Reasons to Pursue Professional Development During COVID

Your Journey Forward: How to Set Goals for Your Nonprofit Organization Now
At this time of year, whether you’re on a calendar or fiscal year, you’re likely thinking about your nonprofit organization’s goals ahead. Or perhaps you need to update your goals because, let’s face it, the previous year may have thrown you for a few curveballs. So that begs the … Read More ... about Your Journey Forward: How to Set Goals for Your Nonprofit Organization Now

4 Tips on Being a Knockout Nonprofit Board Leader, Especially in Times of Uncertainty
If you serve on the board of directors of a nonprofit organization, your leadership, vision, and initiative are more important than ever. Are you keeping up with how the sector is both evolving and being impacted by, well, everything as we head into 2021? Your nonprofit’s approach to its … Read More ... about 4 Tips on Being a Knockout Nonprofit Board Leader, Especially in Times of Uncertainty

New Nonprofit Fundraising Guide -Top Tips for Raising More
New nonprofits crop up all the time, yet there are still a lot of questions floating around surrounding fundraising from startup organizations. Can you solicit donations before receiving tax-exempt status from the government? What about grants? What exactly goes into incorporating and applying for … Read More ... about New Nonprofit Fundraising Guide -Top Tips for Raising More

Capital Campaigns for Religious Institutions: 3 Proven Tips
By Thomas Sonni
A well-executed capital campaign has the power to multiply a church’s current offerings while simultaneously inspiring action and lifelong generosity among the parish community. These campaigns fund costly initiatives that expand the ministry and ultimately spread the Word of God. There are … Read More ... about Capital Campaigns for Religious Institutions: 3 Proven Tips