When you are thinking about how to start a nonprofit or are just new to working or leading in the nonprofit sector to grow social impact, there are a lot of misconceptions out there. Here is an assortment of quick, usable articles to get you headed in the right direction and avoid the mistakes we’ve made ourselves.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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:…
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…
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.
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….
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…
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