Start A Nonprofit In 9 Steps and 91 Days [Guide]
I get it. You are excited about doing good and making social impact your thing. But, how can you start doing it quickly and in a budget-friendly way? Is it even possible to start up a nonprofit quickly? Absolutely, it…
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Nonprofit Consultant Hiring – Are You Ready? [3 Questions]
Knowing when to hire a nonprofit consultant is critical to success. Are you actually ready to benefit from the expensive engagement? That’s what we are tackling today. Nonprofits should hire a nonprofit consultant only when they have identified a specific…
How Much Do Nonprofits Pay Employees
Many people don’t realize that there are viable, paid careers in the nonprofit sector. In fact, you may be surprised at how much of a living wage some nonprofits provide for solid, mission-driven professionals with skills ready to deploy. We’ve…
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3 Meta Nonprofit Organizational Structures [Comparison]
Nonprofit organizations and their employees and volunteers often find themselves in a difficult situation. They want to impact the world for good, but they also need to balance the needs of donors with those of service recipients. This is not…
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21+ Nonprofit Management Certificate Programs [Best List]
Nonprofit Management Certificate Programs come in two flavors, standalone and advanced degree programs. Standalone nonprofit management certificate programs take 1-12 months to complete at costs ranging from $125 to $3597. Advanced degree nonprofit management certificate programs can be completed in…
Newest Nonprofit Articles
Little Green Light Nonprofit CRM – First Take Review [2022]
Nonprofit CRMs are a necessity but which one to get is a big question. Or maybe you are looking to move to a new CRM. How does Little Green Light donor management software stack up? We’ve taken it for a…
9 Great Nonprofit Resources You Don’t Know About
It’s part of nonprofit life. You’re talking to someone and they tell you about a cool resource they’ve been using. Your response is “I didn’t know about that”. When it comes to nonprofit work, it’s important to make the most…
Micromanaging Executive Director – 6 Strategies To Win
Is your Executive Director over your shoulder daily and not only setting goals but telling you each step you need to perform to accomplish the goal? I know first-hand how difficult this can be, but we started working in the…
Nonprofit Leadership Articles
The Building Blocks of System Leadership – A Powerful Impact Tool For Nonprofits
In this article, we’re going to describe system leadership and show you just what it takes and why your ability to do so may determine whether or not your collaboration with other organizations survives another year. In a 2015 SSIR…
Leadership Styles for Nonprofit Organizations
Four Nonprofit Leadership Styles In general, there are four primary nonprofit leadership styles. Servant leadership, transformational leadership. transactional leadership, and charismatic leadership. The best organizations tend to exhibit both servant and transformational leadership. Let’s find out more. A Little Background…
6 Tips to Build Culture in a Nonprofit Organization
Building a culture in an organization is not easy. For a positive culture to occur, people need to be engaged in the work and interested in the mission. We have learned that there are different ways to build this culture….
Nonprofit Operations
Zoom – PowerPoint Sharing As Virtual Background- Hybrid Meetings
Zoom has released a new beta feature that places you in front of your PowerPoint or Keynote as the background for hybrid and virtual meetings. Let’s look at how to do this and why it can be helpful. What Is…
Can You Afford To Hire Another Employee? Nonprofit Answers
The nonprofit sector has many challenges that are not experienced in the for-profit sector. The most significant challenges are the lack of resources and the absence of profits. The challenge of limited resources often leads to the need to cut…
7 Deadly Sins of Nonprofit Failure And How To Avoid Them
As small businesses, nonprofits have a high rate of failure. Over 44% of all small businesses fail in the first 5 years. 30% of nonprofits fail to exist after 10 years But why? According to the Concord Leadership Group: 49%…
More Nonprofit Resources
Nonprofit CRM – Why Spend The Time and Money?
If you manage a nonprofit organization, you know how important it is to keep track of your donors and volunteers. CRM software can help you do just that, and more. In this article, we’ll discuss the benefits of CRM software…
D&O Insurance – Do Nonprofit Need It? [Explained]
As a nonprofit organization, you face many risks. One of these risks is the potential for directors and officers of your organization to be sued for wrongful decisions or actions. D&O insurance is designed to protect directors and officers from…
Fiscal Sponsorship – The Overlooked Nonprofit Startup Option [Explained]
Are you thinking about starting a nonprofit organization? Have you considered all of your options? One option that you may not have considered is fiscal sponsorship. Fiscal sponsorship is when a charity (nonprofit) agrees to help oversee a new project…
Nonprofit Audits – Required or Optional [Guide]
We’ve all heard of audits. But we may be thinking of very different things. In this article, we are not talking about IRS tax audits, but rather independent financial audits. We’ll answer the question of whether audits are required or…
Nonprofit Revenue Sources – Startup Series [Explained]
A nonprofit, charity, and other social enterprises may make us feel like using words from the business world is taboo. Do revenue, sales, income, and other terms feel inappropriate in the social sector context? In general, there are five types…
Successfully Create Your First Nonprofit Board [Guide 2022]
The Board of Directors is an important part of nonpofit corporations. But how do you find good first nonprofit board members? What things should you consider when selecting a board member. We know how difficult this process could be. Even…
Nonprofit’s First Board Meeting Success – 9 Must Do’s [Examples]
Congratulations. You’ve selected your nonprofit board members and they have agreed to serve. You’ve scheduled the first board meeting but wait, what has to happen at this first board meeting? Ensuring the right things happen at the inaugural board meeting…
Quickly Create A Nonprofit Business Plan [Just The Basics]
Starting a nonprofit is exciting. But a business plan could be the thing that makes you cringe. Don’t let it. A nonprofit business plan should include 7 areas; an executive summary, program(s) description, market analysis, marketing plan, operational plan, organizational…
Opening A Nonprofit Bank Account – When & How [8 Things]
It’s time to open a bank account for your nonprofit. But, what do you need before you can do it? We’re here to help. Opening a bank account for a nonprofit is best achieved by bringing the following 8 items:…
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Hiring Nonprofit Consultants. Is It Worth it? [6 Scenarios]
Wondering if a nonprofit consultant is worth the cost? I’ve been there and have helped other leaders think through the same question. In general, Nonprofit consultants can be worth the cost in one or more of 6 specific types of…
13 Paid Nonprofit Job Titles and Descriptions
If you are interested in working for a nonprofit, it’s helpful to understand the differences between nonprofits and find ways to translate your experience into a job with one. This article can help. From Executive Director to Program Manager, find out what you are a great fit for.
9 Nonprofit Startup Myths [What Not To Believe]
When starting a nonprofit, you’ll get advice from kind and well-meaning individuals. Unfortunately, some of the advice will include common nonprofit myths. Let’s take a few minutes to bust 9 nonprofit myths. Myths 8 and 9 might surprise you. 1….
Find A Nonprofit Job – Job Search Sites To Use [2022]
Are you searching for your first paid nonprofit job? Or perhaps you are looking for a change. Either way, this comprehensive list of nonprofit job boards will help you find lots of paid, nonprofit career roles that are right for…
13 Financial Control Recommendations For Small Nonprofits
All nonprofits need the following 13 minimum financial internal controls, regardless of size: segregation of duties, monthly bank statement reconciliation, enforce cash handling procedures, limit credit card use, record and review all income, control the disbursement process, monitor and validate…
Segregation Of Duties With Electronic Payments
Nonprofits need strong internal controls for their finances. First-time external audits will review and make recommendations for improving nonprofit financial policies and controls. Don’t fret, we’ve written about the 13 basics you need in our related article. You’ll want to…
7 Tips To Deal With Negative Comments On Social Media [Nonprofit Guide]
According to a 2020 survey by Khoros, how organizations respond to negative comments on social media can grow a loyal following or tarnish an organization’s name, even when trying to do good. In fact, 75% of Twitter users, 59% of…
Visualizing Your Organization: 4 Important Org Chart Types
Organizational structures establish the alignment of resources within an organization. Org charts help visually represent that structure. There are many types of organizational charts, but the most common for nonprofits is the hierarchical organizational chart. This article will provide examples…
How To Add Custom Object Tab in Salesforce
What are custom object tabs? Custom Object Tabs are a way for you to add your own objects, fields, and layout onto the Salesforce app interface. They behave just like any other tab in Salesforce with one exception: they’re completely…
Best Conga Courier Replacement For Report Scheduling & Distribution
I’ve been in the world of technology and nonprofits for over 20 years and can say with certainty that software products will come and go. No company can maintain its products forever. Some are better than others at product life…
My Best Home Office Adjustable Height Desk [Not What You Think]
I recently changed to being a full-time employee who spends 8+ hours in my home office sitting all day long in front of computer screens while working on projects and solving problems. Outfitting the remote home office is important for…
7 Practical Steps To Onboarding New Employees Well
The first day of work is a moment in time that can be fondly remembered, even years later when difficult situations arise. It’s imperative for this moment to be high quality and the best possible experience for new employees, even…
