NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Image credit: monkeybusinessimages on istock.com In June 2023, the Biden administration announced that the government would invest $42.45 As plans are developed, it’s critical for older adults and the nonprofits and philanthropies representing underserved seniors to have a seat at that table.

Health 83

Health Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 83

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Monitor Legislation that Impacts Your Nonprofit and the Communities you serve Nonprofits must be legislative watchdogs for three key reasons: Impact awareness: New laws affect funding, operations, and beneficiary eligibility. Nonprofits bring unique perspectives to lawmakers. Nonprofits bring unique perspectives to lawmakers.

Health 52

Health Nonprofit governance and management Healthcare Public and Nonprofit Management 52

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Image credit: cottonbro studio on pexels.com Nonprofits faced significant workforce shortages last year, continuing a years-long trend that has left the nonprofit sector in a “crisis” that is hurting the individuals and communities they serve. When nonprofits cannot hire enough employees to provide vital services, the public suffers.

Governance 99

Governance Recruitment Nonprofits Health 99

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 26, 2024

Image credit: DOERS on istockphoto.com Studies of climate change impacts “have largely focused on physical health,” according to a policy brief issued in summer 2022 by the World Health Organization (WHO). And as the climate crisis continues, whose mental health is most at risk?

Health 76

Health Agriculture Children Public and Social Policy 76

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 20, 2023

Image Credit: cottonbro studio on pexels.com It’s not often that a body of work comes along that makes us ask big questions about the nonprofit sector. Claire Dunning’s new book, Nonprofit Neighborhoods , is one. In it, she not only traces the development of the nonprofit sector.

Public and Social Policy 104

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Poverty Governance 104

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Image Credit: Wesley Davi on pexels.com How interlinked are climate change and mental health? The Overlapping Impacts of Climate Health and Mental Health Mental health is a global crisis; in 2020, almost a billion people were reported as living with a mental health condition.

Health 99

Health Healthcare Environmental Nonprofit governance and management 99

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Image credit: Photo by Jonas Verstuyft on Unsplash Since opening in 2021, a New York overdose prevention program operated by the nonprofit OnPoint NYC claims to have saved some 1,000 lives by allowing clients to consume drugs in a safe environment with access to medical care, treatment, counseling, and case management.

Nonprofit governance and management 138

Nonprofit governance and management Law Medical Public and Nonprofit Management 138

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 12, 2023

Image Credit: Luriko Yamaguchi on pexel.com What is public power? In a word, a large share of public services during the neoliberal era of the past few decades has been outsourced. Why focus on “public power”? In a word, a large share of public services during the neoliberal era of the past few decades has been outsourced.

Public and Social Policy 73

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Insurance Public and Nonprofit Management 73

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

JULY 20, 2023

The Nonprofit Talent Summit, co-presented by Momentum Nonprofit Partners , Christian Brothers University Institute for Leadership Development , and Mid-South Philanthropy Network , is perfect for nonprofit executive directors, board members, HR professionals, COOs, directors, and managers.

Nonprofit governance and management 88

Nonprofit governance and management Organizational Change Public and Nonprofit Management Law 88

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 2, 2023

From smaller, newer nonprofits to larger charitable organizations, measuring performance is a universally shared need, especially in the realm of fundraising. But for organizations that offer direct services to constituents, such as social services nonprofits, there’s another layer of complexity— impact measurement. Services Delivered.

Management 52

Management Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Non-Profits 52

The Charity CFO

MARCH 28, 2024

Your nonprofit accounting system might not be the most exciting part of your organization, but it’s one of the most important aspects. An effective nonprofit accounting system also helps your organization stay transparent, manage funds wisely, and build trust with donors and the public. Keep reading to learn more.

Nonprofit Accountability 52

Nonprofit Accountability Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofits 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

By James Anderson Here’s a new axiom fit for the 21st century: The greater the global challenge, the more likely it is to fall to local governments to fix. Local governments are left bearing the brunt and have, understandably, so far struggled. Or take the ongoing global migration wave.

Nonprofit governance and management 144

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Governance 144

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

AUGUST 14, 2023

This survey gathered information about the overall health and capacity of the nonprofit sector, and examined what changes, if any, had occurred since the 2020 iteration. This report provides in-depth information for three focus areas including organizational leadership, organizational capacity, and public policy and advocacy.

Public Policy 89

Public Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership 89

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 18, 2024

Image credit: Yannick Lowery / www.severepaper.com Editors’ note: This article is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine ’s fall 2023 issue, “How Do We Create Home in the Future? Moreover, a significant proportion of utility governing boards comprises utility workers and frontline community members.

Energy 80

Energy Law Governance Public and Social Policy 80

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 22, 2022

The past few years have required nonprofit professionals to dig deep, think differently and work together to support communities. At the 2022 Nonprofit Leadership Conference on December 1 , presented by Bank of America, you’ll reignite your calling to nonprofit work and come together with peers and partners to chart the path forward.

Nonprofit Leadership 130

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Culture Nonprofit governance and management 130

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Image credit: Yuet Lam-Tsang Editors’ note: This article is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine ’s summer 2023 issue, “Movement Economies: Making Our Vision a Collective Reality.” W hat would a nonprofit sector that pursued economic justice look like? The other five work for nonprofit intermediary organizations. Two of them—Dr.

Public and Social Policy 111

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Poverty 111

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Image credit: Jacob Wackerhausen on istock.com The ongoing water crisis in Jackson, MS, is about the lack of access to clean water and the way a community’s health and wellbeing are impacted when this vital resource is unavailable, but there are other crucial factors at play.

Environmental 88

Environmental Health Poverty Governance 88

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

JANUARY 3, 2023

Here’s Why Tennessee Needs a Statewide Nonprofit Association. Nonprofits are Tennessee’s 6th largest industry, and the sector pays more than $13.5 Tennessee nonprofits generate over 31.6 Tennessee is one of the only states in the United States without a statewide nonprofit association. Source: Independent Sector.

Associations 112

Associations Public Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 112

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

In vibrant and thriving communities, people have the power and resources to realize their vision of health and well-being. The importance of housing as a social determinant of health has been well-documented by researchers and philanthropies alike. By Stacey Barbas , Kate McLaughlin , Jessica Mulcahy & Vedette R.

Health 105

Health Public and Social Policy Race and Ethnicity Philanthropy 105

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 12, 2024

These workers are often forced to choose between risking their health or their income, especially as climate change only increases the likelihood of wildfires, which in turn drives up the number of airborne toxins. They need to use the public bus…the air flows inside the bus.” They need to walk.

Nonprofit governance and management 106

Nonprofit governance and management Health Governance Public and Nonprofit Management 106

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

JULY 20, 2023

The Nonprofit Talent Summit, co-presented by Momentum Nonprofit Partners , Christian Brothers University Institute for Leadership Development , and Mid-South Philanthropy Network , is perfect for nonprofit executive directors, board members, HR professionals, COOs, directors, and managers.

Nonprofit governance and management 52

Nonprofit governance and management Organizational Change Public and Nonprofit Management Law 52

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Nonprofit strategic planning can help your organization meet challenges effectively and take advantage of new opportunities. Despite the many benefits that strategic planning can bring, 49 percent of nonprofits lack a strategic plan. Nonprofit strategic planning FAQs What is strategic planning for nonprofits?

Nonprofit governance and management 120

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits 120

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

When the legendary physician and advocate Paul Farmer unexpectedly passed away at the age of 62 in February, he was called a hero , a visionary , and a global health giant. Yet Paul Farmer was also a brilliant, original, and often iconoclastic thinker when it came to nonprofit leadership.

Nonprofit Leadership 105

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Medical Nonprofit governance and management 105

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 8, 2023

Public policy wasn’t really a part of our culture. With the WORK Act, tens of millions of dollars in government resources will be disbursed to employee-ownership centers around the country, fundamentally changing the playing field for worker-owners, freelancers, and cooperative innovators. Why Prioritize Public Policy and Advocacy?

Public Policy 68

Public Policy Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Governance 68

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

MARCH 3, 2023

The Mid-South Nonprofit Conference + Catalyst Awards will offer a keynote address + 12 breakout sessions The Mid-South Nonprofit Conference returns for its 5th year and aims to address barriers, solutions, and best practices within the nonprofit sector.

Public and Social Policy 108

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Public Policy Ethics 108

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

You might be inspired to bring your idea to life by starting a nonprofit. million registered nonprofits in the United States, making these charitable organizations a staple of modern society. However, any new nonprofit needs a strong foundation to thrive. Around 30% of nonprofits cease to exist within 10 years of their founding.

Public and Social Policy 83

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Charitable Organizations 83

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 23, 2023

From the COVID-19 pandemic to structural racism, community-based organizations have always stepped up to fill the gaps and forge new solutions—especially where government is unable, unwilling, or ineffective. These organizations face onerous and exclusionary processes to tap into government funding sources.

Nonprofit governance and management 105

Nonprofit governance and management Health Collaborations Governance 105

Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of filing Form 990 in a timely and accurate manner. However, did you know that you can gain valuable insights about your nonprofit from your Form 990 that can help you obtain donors ? The answer depends on a number of factors specific to your nonprofit.

Nonprofit governance and management 52

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Health Nonprofits 52

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

AUGUST 14, 2023

This survey gathered information about the overall health and capacity of the nonprofit sector, and examined what changes, if any, had occurred since the 2020 iteration. This report provides in-depth information for three focus areas including organizational leadership, organizational capacity, and public policy and advocacy.

Public Policy 52

Public Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

At this uncertain time, as the potential use-cases of generative AI begin to become apparent, there are at least 10 things that funders can do to help the existing field of tech-related nonprofits—and society at large—better prepare. Understanding, and developing guidelines and guardrails for, government use of AI. The future is now.

Civil Society 128

Civil Society Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Governance 128

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Image credit: skyNext on istock.com “We have observed a disconcerting pattern where Black women leaders are vacating their roles, with some leaving the non-profit sector altogether, citing hostility toward their leadership, strain on their health and well-being, unfair job expectations, and limited opportunities for career progression” (3).

Leadership 144

Leadership Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Culture 144

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 17, 2023

They create a suite of environmental problems: from high carbon emissions as trees and soils burn; to public health emergencies when wildfires hit towns and smoke affects distant cities; to water contamination compounding regional drought. However, the task of managing forests is as vast as the West itself.

Public and Social Policy 80

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Environmental 80

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 2, 2024

By Karl Haushalter & Paul Steinberg A local public health official has been tasked with increasing vaccine use in an underserved community. In each of these scenarios, promoting public well-being requires reaching out across social boundaries. Sometimes these social boundaries are academic disciplines.

Collaborations 132

Collaborations Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management 132

MNA Association

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Mission and Values Montana Nonprofit Association provides leadership for Montana’s nonprofit sector and partners with Montana’s charitable nonprofits to promote a sustainable, networked, and influential sector. MNA’s staff team is engaged, collaborative, committed to growth, and passionate about MNA’s unique mission.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 76

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Public Policy 76

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 31, 2022

The Statement of Activities is the Income Statement of a nonprofit organization. As a nonprofit, you call the difference between revenue and expenses the change in net assets. . It includes donations, grants, fundraising, earned revenue, government funding, and special events. Or profit. . These are the most common: .

Activism 98

Activism Nonprofit governance and management Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management 98

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Planning Beyond Pragmatism PowerSwitch Action was born out of collaborations between labor unions and community organizations channeling their combined strengths to oppose real estate developers, banks, big-box retailers, and other corporate influences in local governance and economic development.

Public Policy 127

Public Policy Governance Non-Profits Law 127

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The social sector is using big data to enhance nonprofit transparency and knowledge more than ever before, and the opening of the Form 990 has made an essential contribution. Making more robust use of open 990 data requires that nonprofits, foundations, researchers, and the IRS and federal government alike commit to sustained action.

Public and Social Policy 126

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Governance 126