Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Open to nonsubscribers for a limited time. Strong Boards: An Antidote to Founder Syndrome by Joan Garry 20. The authors urge readers to see beyond the prescriptive tendencies of design thinking methods and center their work in the communities they serve. Subscribe here.)

Civil Society 129

Civil Society Philanthropy Foundations Nonprofit Capacity 129

Nonprofit Fixer

AUGUST 8, 2023

Supercharge your board fundraising Board fundraising is one of the thorniest challenges in nonprofit leadership. Board members and nonprofit leaders know that fundraising is essential to meeting your organization’s mission. And yet board members are often reluctant to fundraise – and staff are hesitant to push back.

Fundraising 98

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit governance and management Governance 98

Affnetz

MARCH 2, 2024

One glaring drawback is the contract obligations that users may find themselves in, often feeling locked into a long-term commitment that can prove challenging to escape. Another challenge arises from the need for nonprofits to have a credit card, which can be tough given their limited budgets.

Public and Nonprofit Management 130

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Management Management Production 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 4, 2024

Similarly the term “BIPOC-led” can be defined as organizations’ whose leaders identify as BIPOC. Is it the CEO, the founder, the board of governors, or the entire executive team? Support data transparency in methodologies and limitations. What proportion of leadership is required? Embrace participatory research methods.

Universities 69

Universities Values Culture Associations 69

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The board governance model is one of four primary nonprofit governance models. These organizations are structured to grant the power of governance to the board of directors and power of Executive Director management. The Board’s Top 5 Responsibilities For Executive Director Management: 1. Hire a Qualified Executive Director.

Management 91

Management Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership 91

Nonprofit Fixer

OCTOBER 16, 2023

One question I hear regularly is: Can nonprofit board members get paid? Those working in the nonprofit sector know that it’s nearly impossible to run any organization long-term without paid staff (though it is possible). But what about paying board members? Can Nonprofit Board Members Be Paid? Is that legal? Is it common?

Law 52

Law Nonprofits Foundations Nonprofit Organizations 52

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 6, 2024

percent from March 2021 to March 2022, and the nationwide median price of a new single-family home was a record $416,000 at the end of the second quarter of 2023. Because ‘what’s possible’ is really limited by the commodification of housing.” Home prices rose 20.6 Housing is core to that. “DC

Public and Social Policy 89

Public and Social Policy Homelessness Values Education 89

Affnetz

AUGUST 11, 2023

Understanding these terms might help you make an informed decision regarding the software you choose for your Nonprofit. Step 6: Select the start and end dates for your campaign. Pricing: The limited features plan comes at no cost with the exception of processing fees. And that’s it! It really is that simple with Affnetz.

Fundraising 246

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Management 246

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

At the end of a recent strategic planning retreat, each participant shared brief reflections on the day. One comment was particularly memorable : A long-time board member shared that, of all the board retreats he had attended, this was the best one. We have limited time together, which means we need that focal point.

Production 98

Production Governance Collaborations Communication 98

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The Theory of the Case As the term suggests, the idea behind big bet philanthropy is to pour large amounts of resources into a small number of groups, with the goal of shifting practice throughout society. In terms of numbers, there are concrete, albeit modest, gains. The second area of gains is in the realm of public policy.

Philanthropy 128

Philanthropy Public Policy Governance Foundations 128

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 2, 2023

The villains are named as the ones who set limits or barriers that should and will be overcome by heroes. Even further complicated, these systems of numbers are then used to predict future stories using equations, interest rates, but all focused on continued growth, overcoming limitations and barriers. There is a place for absence.

Nonprofit governance and management 77

Nonprofit governance and management Environmental Culture Values 77

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The movement for reparations in the United States—a Black-led movement that began even before slavery’s end—is making unprecedented strides forward, and governments across the country are beginning to act. Finally, holding donors accountable to grantees’ needs ensures that Black-led organizations and their communities control the narrative.

Philanthropy 110

Philanthropy Culture Foundations Governance 110

Nonprofit Fixer

APRIL 25, 2023

Simply being a founder, a board member, or having a long-term nonprofit role often is not enough. Sometimes we are held back by mindset issues or limiting beliefs like low confidence or imposter syndrome. In most cases, though, leadership coaching is a paid, time-limited engagement.

Leadership 98

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofits Nonprofit governance and management 98

GiveGab

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Here’s a checklist of some of the potential people you should thank: Members of Your Staff & Board. At most nonprofits, there is an “all hands on deck” culture, meaning your entire staff and board most likely had a hand in supporting your GivingTuesday campaign in some capacity. Volunteers. Hold a Debrief for your Organization.

Fundraising 98

Fundraising Fundraising Retention Culture 98

Nonprofit Fixer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The ED reports to a volunteer board of directors who likely don’t work at the organization and only casually review and weigh in on organizational matters. In a perfect world, the board governs and the staff implements. I also racked up several policy and fundraising victories and built a stronger board than I had when I arrived.

Nonprofits 52

Nonprofits Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership 52

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Ideally, every three to five years, your board and staff directors will meet to realign regarding goals and begin the strategic planning process. Volunteer boards should take charge of fundraising. We recommend that you don’t place board members in charge of setting strategic direction.

Nonprofit governance and management 117

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits 117

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For a long time, I kept the theater talk limited. So, in practical terms, I walked into the CDFI. At the end they asked us to put up what you created. SD: One priority of yours has been diversifying the board and staff. I am grateful that the board saw that when they hired me. We were a five-person team.

Nonprofit Management 104

Nonprofit Management Management Sociology Collaborations 104

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

.” In July, after over a decade of operation in Nicaragua (and an unwavering commitment to the organization I founded), I found myself uttering this unthinkable phrase at a board meeting. But at the end of 2021, when we evaluated these efforts, most lacked tangible results, which was especially reflected in the numbers.

Civil Society 102

Civil Society Governance Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development 102

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 10, 2024

In January 2023, Gallardo brought the urgent capital needs to the first CRH board meeting of the year. The terms for the loan offered to CRH were tailored to its cash flow management needs, allowing it to begin loan payments as deliverables were completed and the Puerto Rico Department of Housing began disbursing reimbursement payments.

Finance 94

Finance Non-Profits Collaborations Public and Nonprofit Management 94

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 13, 2023

We ended up organizing around rent and mortgage cancellation both at the local and state level, and we led federal efforts to that end. And the next summer, when rental assistance ended, rents were the highest they have ever been. Even the language to describe the trend is limiting. In some ways, that’s limiting.

Public and Social Policy 137

Public and Social Policy Governance Finance Marketing 137

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Last year, this framework was adopted by 44 federal agencies through the Federal Plan for Equitable Long-Term Recovery and Resilience (ELTRR), with even more agencies joining since. Palm Beach is one of the wealthiest counties in the nation, yet 44 percent of households struggle to make ends meet. Of the area’s 1.2

Health 73

Health Public and Social Policy Leadership Collaborations 73

Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

If you’re struggling to make ends meet, you’re probably using a broken funding model — meaning your organization cannot survive into the future on the funding you are receiving now. If you are the only donor and you determine what the organization needs, it starts to become a Board of One, and that isn’t how nonprofits should run.

Fundraising 126

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofits 126

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 25, 2023

This causes a cycle of constant turnover and understaffing, putting increased strain on people trying to make ends meet. Our members are working 60, 70, even 80 hours a week just to make ends meet,” said UAW President Sean Fain in a Facebook Live address last month. If past seasons have taught us anything, it’s that strikes spread.

Healthcare 93

Healthcare Production Activism Medical 93

Nonprofit Megaphone

MAY 6, 2023

Nonprofit board members play a critical role in overseeing the organization and ensuring its success. To be an effective board member, it’s essential to have a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector and the best practices for governance. Behind every successful nonprofit is a well-run board of directors.

Governance 52

Governance Nonprofit governance and management Ethics Nonprofit governance 52

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It’s definitely got a social justice component in terms of which communities are going to be most left behind on the coast, with sea-level rise,” VanderMeer said. “I It’s great to have her, and just to slowly assemble a board that has complementary skills—enough unique attributes that we have everybody we need in place as we’ve grown.

Environmental 135

Environmental Education Education Law 135

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 26, 2023

While the term “co-governance” has only recently become common in popular discourse, the ideas underlying it have been around for centuries. Too often, we have a constrained view of citizenship, one that begins and ends with voting every two or four years. There are, of course, other limits.

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Governance Public and Nonprofit Management Law 98

Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

You can create boards to manage your appeals, another one for grants, another one for donor communications, and so forth. If you let documents pile up thinking you’ll scan them later, you’ll quickly end up with a cluttered workspace. Then share the Google Doc with the Board member. Limit the number of times you check email.

Production 124

Production Nonprofits Collaborations Management 124

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

In facilitating the development of systems change plans for a variety of nonprofits, I’ve found that principles associated with social justice offer a unifying framework to help staff and boards understand not only the end goal of systems change, but also the root causes of social problems and what strategies will solve them.

Public and Social Policy 108

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Education Education 108

Affnetz

AUGUST 11, 2023

Understanding these terms might help you make an informed decision regarding the software you choose for your Nonprofit. Step 6: Select the start and end dates for your campaign. Pricing: The limited features plan comes at no cost with the exception of processing fees. And that’s it! It really is that simple with Affnetz.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Management 130

NonProfit Quarterly

JUNE 13, 2023

But Neighborhood Economics is a much smaller group of people who want to go “deep and local and long-term.” As Paula Garrett of Neighborhood Economics writes , “Jackson, with its 80-percent Black population, in the poorest state in the nation, provides a clear example of the racial wealth gap.

Finance 83

Finance Homelessness Healthcare Foundations 83

NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 2, 2015

Behind involved, dedicated and committed board of directors, your nonprofit can achieve great things. However, when board members aren’t all pulling their weight, they can sink an organization. The whole point is to never have to fire a lousy board member,” Joyaux said. “We That way it doesn’t leave the board in limbo.

Nonprofits 53

Nonprofits Recruitment Philanthropy Health 53

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

They’re transactional by nature and not a good long-term solution for funding. I know sometimes it’s hard to say “no” to a fundraiser idea your volunteers or Board come up with. A well run and enjoyable Heartstrings Event can pave the way for faithful donors who will support your vision long term. Cocktail party.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising Advertising Nonprofits 130

Get Fully Funded

MAY 16, 2022

Many will give to your Giving Tuesday and year-end campaigns in addition to their monthly gifts. Here you can see how the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri uses their core number of $6.20: Erica says that the typical monthly gift across the board is about $24. Current Board members. Previous Board members.

Nonprofits 128

Nonprofits Recruitment Participation and motivation Children 128

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 15, 2023

Finally, we offer a practical assessment at the end of this article with concrete questions to help organizations and individuals develop shared understanding and skills needed to break the cycle of disconnection.

Public and Social Policy 103

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Values 103

Top Nonprofits

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

To hit your revenue goal , you need to be able to convince donors to get on board. Or, you could create an event-specific case for support tailored to your year-end gala fundraiser. Keep this section short and concise by communicating the short and long-term benefits of your fundraiser. With this in mind, let’s dive in!

Collaborations 52

Collaborations Associations Activism Retention 52

Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

If your fundraising event or the end of a specific fundraising campaign is quickly approaching and you haven’t quite hit your goal, try not to stress. Create Urgency With Limited Time Challenges Creating urgency within your peer-to-peer campaigns motivates people to give, and give now.

Fundraising 52

Fundraising Fundraising Public and Nonprofit Management Education 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 6, 2024

By Anne Miltenburg Women worldwide, especially in low-income countries, face many barriers to entrepreneurship, including limited access to capital, harassment, and violence. The changes also made the user experience better for men, resulting in better results across the board. Here are six things we did to move the dial.

Production 95

Production Retention Finance Entrepreneurship 95