Managing the Transition from a Working Board to a Governance Board
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Here are five reasons an organization may transition its board from a working board to a governance board, and how to protect board members.
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5 Governance Tips for Nonprofit Directors
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 20, 2022
Nonprofit directors play a vital role in making sure a nonprofit’s governance structure is functioning and healthy. Here are five tips for contributing to a healthy governance structure.
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The Human Cost of a Government Shutdown: A Call to Action for Nonprofits
Joan Garry
OCTOBER 3, 2023
I reveal the human cost of a government shutdown on nonprofits. The post The Human Cost of a Government Shutdown: A Call to Action for Nonprofits appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting. It's time to act—advocacy isn't just crucial, it's our moral duty.
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7 Tips for Building a Strong Board of Governance
NonProfit PRO
MAY 18, 2022
Now could mark the perfect time for a little spring cleaning for nonprofit organizations — specifically sprucing up an organization’s board of governance. To evaluate whether adjustments need to be made, nonprofits should first consider these seven best practices and tips for building a strong board of governance.
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Government Grants Were Key for Nonprofits During Early Covid Crisis
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
AUGUST 14, 2023
By Jennifer Mayo Kameleon007/Getty Images/iStockphoto Charitable donations dropped more than 20 percent during the first six months of the pandemic, but government grants soared by over 65 percent.
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What is a Charity Governing Document?
Donorbox Nonprofit
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
A governing document is essential when starting a nonprofit in all countries because it provides a legal and operational framework, ensures transparency and accountability, clarifies the charity’s mission, and facilitates effective governance and financial management. appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.
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Embracing partnership: A promising paradigm for nonprofit governance
Candid
APRIL 29, 2024
Traditionally, nonprofit governance has been perceived through a hierarchical lens, with board members primarily overseeing and guiding the organization’s direction while staff execute the operational tasks. The nonprofit governance orthodoxy Nonprofit governance operates within a framework of three legal duties.
Common-Sense Governance
NonProfit PRO
MAY 3, 2022
While nonprofit board management is complicated, some of the complications can be addressed through basic common sense. Here are a number of common sense and tested suggestions that may reduce at least some of the complications that can affect achieving nonprofit board success.
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A Blueprint for Designing Better Digital Government Services
Stanford Social Innovation Review
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
By Joe Lee , Annie Newman & Bry Pardoe Public perceptions about government and government service delivery are at an all-time low across the United States. Government’s “customers” typically confront a whiplash experience between accessing services from the private sector and government.
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Facing Federal Inaction, Local Governments Call for Ceasefire in Gaza
NonProfit Quarterly
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
The resolution makes Providence one of the first city governments in the country to pass legislation explicitly calling for a ceasefire—and more cities are following suit. But as the federal government delays action, local governments refuse to remain silent.
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Local Militias Step into Government Gaps
NonProfit Quarterly
JUNE 29, 2023
Image Credit: Josiah S on istock.com Founded in March 2009, the Oath Keepers are an anti-government far-right militia group comprising former law enforcement, first responders, and former military who pledge to defend the United States against government tyranny at all costs.
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MIP Fund Accounting Research Study Finds Nonprofits, Educators, and Local Governments have Optimistic Staffing and Revenue Outlooks
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 5, 2023
MIP Fund Accounting (MIP), a nonprofit cloud-based, SaaS fund accounting software offering from Community Brands, recently released findings of its research study, 2023 Trends and Insights into the State of Nonprofits, Schools, and Local Government.
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3 Key Areas That Optimize Your Nonprofit Board’s Governance
NonProfit PRO
MAY 2, 2024
How much information do nonprofit board members need to do their jobs? Your board should have information in these three areas.
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Nonprofit Radio for April 24, 2023: Technology Governance
Tony Martignetti
APRIL 24, 2023
Maureen Wallbeoff: Technology Governance Sounds boring. But Maureen Wallbeoff brings her energy and lightness to help us understand the symptoms of unmanaged tech; the value of a technology governance group; and strategies for easing common technology pain points. In anyone else’s hands, it might be.
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Nonprofits and Governments Are Looking for Love (Blog)
Stanford Social Innovation Review
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
By Vikas Birhma & Abdulhamid Haidar From crush to marriage, the spectrum of relationships between nonprofits and governments
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A Government Shutdown Is Looming: What Nonprofits Need to Know
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
Organizations across the country are creating contingency plans. By Sara Herschander Douglas Rissing, Getty Images In what's become a bitter cycle, nonprofits across the country are creating contingency plans.
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New Case Study Explores Government and Nonprofit Partnerships
Momentum Nonprofit Partners
AUGUST 18, 2023
Government and Nonprofit Sector Partnership Model: The Shelby County (TN) Nonprofit Committee Momentum Nonprofit Partners, Shelby County government, and Christian Brothers University are excited to release a new case study that explores government and nonprofit partnerships using the Shelby County Nonprofit Committees as a replicable model.
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Maximizing Data Potential: The Advantages of Implementing Data Governance
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Maximizing Data Potential: The Advantages of Implementing Data Governance In the fast-evolving landscape of technology , data stands out as a key asset for modern organizations. Chapters What is Data Governance? These pain points reflect the compounding risks of governing data as an afterthought.
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A Cautionary Tale: Overcoming Governance Nightmares in Nonprofit Organizations
Blue Avocado
JANUARY 8, 2024
I hope not because let me tell you that it did not make for a great first foray into the world […] The post A Cautionary Tale: Overcoming Governance Nightmares in Nonprofit Organizations appeared first on Blue Avocado.
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10 Foundations Pool $200 Million for Efforts to Govern Artificial Intelligence
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Prest Getty Images Plus, the Jewish Federations of North America distributed $148 million from its Israel Emergency Fund to 116 aid organizations, and Signet Jewelers has committed $100 million to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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An Experimental Approach to Early-Stage Nonprofit Governance
Stanford Social Innovation Review
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
The ultimate success of these young nonprofits—their ability to fulfill their missions—will depend on many things, but good governance is among the most important. Successfully experimenting with and evolving its governance structure over the last decade has been central to Jump’s success.
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Building Movement-Accountable Government: A Conversation with Steve Dubb, Rithika Ramamurthy, and Maurice Mitchell
NonProfit Quarterly
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
We don’t have access to capital, but our government has the capacity to both constrain capital and to provide answers to those questions. “Governing power, worker power, organized labor, and other kinds of worker power are the various nonextractive, nonexploitative economic strategies. That’s why WFP exists.
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Did a $100 Million Effort Reduce Homelessness? The Results Are In
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 30, 2024
A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich. A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich. By Maria Di Mento Jeff Chiu, AP Photo Tipping Point spent nearly $100.7
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Taking On Tech Governance (Blog)
Stanford Social Innovation Review
JANUARY 15, 2024
By Alethea Hannemann , Aaron Hurst & Erin Baudo Felter How prioritizing technological expertise on the board level can help nonprofits and social service organizations make the most of their resources and improve outcomes for the communities they support.
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Federal Government Turns to Communities to Help Refugees Settle Into the U.S.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Citizen sponsors raise private funds for refugees' living expenses and connect them with housing, transportation, and employment. By Emily Frazier and Pablo Bose Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images Ukrainian refugees attend a job fair in Brooklyn, N.Y.
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Maybe nonprofit governance aint what it needs to be?
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NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Second, the OpenAI events show that the nonprofit governance model is not "strong" enough to outweigh the interests of investors. So, perhaps its way too much of an ask to expect recognition among their own of the behemoth of technology development.
Growing the Roots of Consensus in Nonprofit Governance
Blue Avocado
MAY 30, 2023
The post Growing the Roots of Consensus in Nonprofit Governance appeared first on Blue Avocado. Learn how this cooperative decision-making model has enabled them to enhance services, adapt to change, and make a lasting impact.
New Case Study Explores Government and Nonprofit Partnerships
Momentum Nonprofit Partners
AUGUST 18, 2023
Government and Nonprofit Sector Partnership Model: The Shelby County (TN) Nonprofit Committee Momentum Nonprofit Partners, Shelby County government, and Christian Brothers University are excited to release a new case study that explores government and nonprofit partnerships using the Shelby County Nonprofit Committees as a replicable model.
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Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Strengthen Link Between Nonprofit Sector and Federal Government
NonProfit PRO
MAY 2, 2022
Congresswoman Betty McCollum and Congressman Fred Upton have introduced the Nonprofit Sector Strength and Partnership Act of 2022, which aims to improve access to data about the nonprofit sector and leverage the mission of thousands of nonprofits to effectively work together.
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Financial Foundations for Nonprofit Success: Strategies to Maximize Impact
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 26, 2024
Here's how the crucial areas of financial stewardship, tax strategy and governance can enhance your nonprofit's effectiveness.
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Solutions to stop Plastic Pollution [People, Tech, Organizations, Governments]
Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls
JANUARY 9, 2021
People, Tech, Organizations, Governments]. Governments, Organizations, and millions of people are stepping up. How Governments are taking action to Reduce Plastic Pollution. Next to Governments and Organizations, Consumers also have a big role to play to help reduce the amount of plastic pollution. Table of content.
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Donor-Advised Fund Holders Should Unleash Their Dollars Now — Not Wait for Government Action
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 19, 2023
By David Risher and Jennifer Risher Getty Images The co-creators of the #HalfMyDAF campaign are calling on more donors to join them as they launch two new rounds of matching funds to encourage people to grant 50 percent of their DAF dollars to nonprofits.
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Looking Ahead to 2022: Three Keys to Nonprofit Governance Are Essential to Optimize Operations
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 9, 2021
These are uniquely challenging times for nonprofits. Nonprofits can look internally to maximize potential and remain operational. For nonprofit leaders navigating this difficult season, here are three tips to get started today.
Movements Are Leading the Way: Reenvisioning and Redesigning Laws and Governance for a Just Energy Utility Transition
NonProfit Quarterly
JANUARY 18, 2024
Moreover, a significant proportion of utility governing boards comprises utility workers and frontline community members. Although established in a more progressive era, when the public interest held more sway, microeconomic and market values have since come to dominate utility governance.
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Get to Know Our New Director of Government Relations and Public Policy, Sherry Rout!
Momentum Nonprofit Partners
JULY 8, 2023
Sherry Rout, our new Director of Government Relations and Public Policy, will be a key player in mobilizing nonprofits across the state We’re excited to welcome Sherry Rout, our new Director of Government Relations and Public Policy! What’s one thing people might not know about you? I am an avid tent camper!
Governing Greatness: 10 Must-Read Books for Nonprofit Board Members
Nonprofit Megaphone
MAY 6, 2023
However, running a nonprofit requires a unique set of skills and knowledge, particularly when it comes to governing the organization. To be an effective board member, it’s essential to have a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector and the best practices for governance.
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Michael Bloomberg Tops the List of America's Biggest Donors in 2023
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
MARCH 5, 2024
By Maria Di Mento and Jim Rendon Calla Kessler, The New York Times, Redux Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg contributed $3 billion last year to support the arts, education, environment, public health, and programs aimed at improving city governments around the world. The 50 donors gave a median of $100 million and a total of $11.9
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Get to Know Our New Director of Government Relations and Public Policy, Sherry Rout!
Momentum Nonprofit Partners
JULY 8, 2023
Sherry Rout, our new Director of Government Relations and Public Policy, will be a key player in mobilizing nonprofits across the state We’re excited to welcome Sherry Rout, our new Director of Government Relations and Public Policy! What’s one thing people might not know about you? I am an avid tent camper!
Suing Government and Business Is a Potent Way to Curb Climate Change. Why Are Donors So Afraid of It?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 18, 2023
By Bruce Reznik Mel Melcon, Los Angeles Times, Getty Images A lawsuit against Los Angeles County helped spur efforts to stop polluting the Los Angeles River. Lawsuits are not as risky or costly as many grant makers believe — and are one of the best strategies for achieving lasting effects on a wide range of environmental issues.
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The Nonprofit World Should Embrace, Not Fear, Congressional Interest in Donor Transparency
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. By Craig Kennedy Getty Images Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. Their concern is misplaced, and the field’s legitimacy is at stake.
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A Ukrainian Humanitarian Worker’s Plea to Philanthropy: Don’t Forget Us
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Donors must recommit to supporting the country as government aid falls short. Donors must recommit to supporting the country as government aid falls short. Two years after the Russian invasion, funding to Ukraine has slowed to a trickle.
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Comment on Nonprofit Board Governance Best Practices: The Shocking Truth by RAP
Amy Eisenstein
JANUARY 18, 2024
Does a President who has already served 4 years as mandated by current bylaws get to automatically extend their term to another 2 years because bylaws were amended?
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How nonprofits can successfully collaborate with government agencies
Nonprofit Leadership Podcast
OCTOBER 29, 2023
As nonprofit leaders, we aim to make the biggest impact possible. Sometimes in order to make the biggest and most effective impact long term, we need to be humble and consider collaborating or partnering with other organizations.
Understanding the Unique Role of Nonprofits in Advancing Public-Private Partnerships
NonProfit PRO
MAY 23, 2023
Nonprofit organizations are essential intermediaries that administer partnership services, build private support for government initiatives, and bridge private funding and government operations. But these partnerships are often complex. Here are a few things to consider before exploring a public-private partnership.
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