3 Meta Nonprofit Organizational Structures: A Comparison
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Summary
Now that you have gained a better understanding of nonprofit organizational structures, it’s time to develop your own. Once you determine the structure, codify it in an organizational chart.
Remember that there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution here. What works for one organization may not work for another since each has its own unique needs, objectives, and culture. Nonprofits are constantly trying to balance centralization and decentralization in order to get the best results.
If you need help figuring out your ideal structure, hiring a consultant can be helpful. Just make sure that the consultant has experience with nonprofit structures and organizational design.
Remember, Organizational Design consultants are not just HR people. As one colleague recently put it: “An OD (Organizational Design) person can do HR, but an HR person can’t necessarily do OD.”
