NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

A New Court Tactic The youth were represented by Our Children’s Trust, a nonprofit law firm. As NPQ reported in May 2023, “young people and environmental groups are increasingly turning to the courts as a means of indicting governments and corporations for their role in exacerbating the problem” of climate change.

Environmental 115

Environmental Governance Law Energy 115

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 21, 2023

A 2019 report from a government study found “false positives to be between 2 and 5 times higher in women than men.” Researchers at the ACLU tested Rekognition on headshots of Congress members, which returned 28 incorrect matches.

Public and Social Policy 92

Public and Social Policy Ethics Race and Ethnicity Law 92

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The people making economic decisions today—in government, on Wall Street, in corporate boardrooms, and indeed in Silicon Valley—overwhelmingly look the same as they have since their creation, with virtually no racial, gender, or economic diversity.

Technology 91

Technology Law Non-Profits Governance 91

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Racial Literacy Development Model is an action-oriented process toward eradicating one’s own racial bias with the goal of changing systems governed by racism and inequality. It requires that citizens provoke the growth and progression of society through examination of the policies and laws that impact their lives.

Civil Society 108

Civil Society Race and Ethnicity Culture Health 108

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 18, 2023

Image Credit: Markus Spiske on unsplash.com As the impacts of climate change become more severe and pervasive, young people and environmental groups are increasingly turning to the courts as a means of indicting governments and corporations for their role in exacerbating the problem. Legal action is not a new tactic for environmentalists.

Governance 91

Governance Law Culture Environmental 91

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Then, we’ve been trying to compare the information given by the federal government and the one been given by the Puerto Rico government, which was usually different in terms of the amount of money. The US government and FEMA recently changed the recovery process in Puerto Rico. The wording, the categories of the information.

Governance 129

Governance Disaster Relief Foundations Philanthropy 129

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 3, 2023

ICWA, a federal law, was enacted to protect the best interests of Native American children and to promote the stability and security of Native tribes and families. Historically, federal policy actively sought to destroy Native American cultures and force feed assimilation. ICWA, in short, remains the law of the land.

Children 93

Children Public and Social Policy Law Culture 93

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Scott served seven years in prison after being arrested on federal drug charges shortly after obtaining his law degree from Louisiana State University in 1994. They don’t want to talk about mental health. He pledged to invest in jobs and training, health and mental wellness, after-school programs, and wraparound services.

Poverty 125

Poverty Health Education Education 125

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Tax Implications of Nonprofits Owning For-Profit Businesses Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT) Recognized nonprofits generally receive tax-exempt status from the federal government. However, your nonprofit may engage in revenue-generating activities that don’t relate to the purpose of your organization.

Charitable Contribution 52

Charitable Contribution Activism Nonprofits Healthcare 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 9, 2024

This issue lingers like a vestige of the conditions that followed abolition, after which the government failed to provide the kinds of education, labor, and other supports necessary to transition from a life of enslavement to one of agency, independence, and prosperity.

Public and Social Policy 66

Public and Social Policy Civil Society Law Poverty 66

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

In October, the metro council of Louisville’s combined city-county government voted to allocate $3.5 If we fall short, the money from Louisville’s city-county government could be rescinded. Two White women and one Black woman, who shared a history of food and farm activism, led the initial campaign to form Louisville Community Grocery.

Food 101

Food Construction Public and Social Policy Governance 101

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 18, 2024

Image credit: AntonioGuillem on istock.com Despite hundreds of state laws meant to protect health insurance consumers—patients, in other words—from denials of legitimate claims for coverage, health insurers are routinely flouting these laws and illegally denying coverage in even life-threatening situations.

Insurance 68

Insurance Law Health Healthcare 68

MNA Association

JUNE 12, 2023

It’s hard to pin down the cause of these perceptions, but as a group they threaten the health of our sector and the operability of your missions. These nonprofits” are the very organizations government and communities count on for quality of life: kid’s summer food programs, houses of worship, 4-H, shelters and sanctuary, and more.

Public Policy 98

Public Policy Taxation Agriculture Public and Nonprofit Management 98

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

DECEMBER 4, 2021

Again, because of the huge variety of possible activities, their financial health depends on what nonprofits are into. If it wasn’t for the global pandemic, social inequality wouldn’t come under such attention because even developed public health systems apparently demonstrated signs of inequality. 3 Tips to Raise Funds Online.

Non-Profits 52

Non-Profits Public and Social Policy Fundraising Fundraising 52

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 5, 2023

Taking on issues from housing segregation to mental health services to sustainable transportation in their contract fights, these workers are showing that labor power is key to fighting for climate justice in communities. As both public-sector and care workers, teachers are essential to society’s functioning.

Public and Social Policy 126

Public and Social Policy Education Education Environmental 126

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 5, 2024

The UN Disability and Development Report 2018 reveals that individuals with disabilities face fundamental challenges in nearly all aspects of life, including employment, health care, and education. China is no exception to this global issue. With 85 million people with disabilities, or 6.5

Nonprofit governance and management 94

Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Governance 94

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Besides, proper accounting gives you a clear picture of your organization’s fiscal health and helps you to make informed decisions on how to allocate resources. You really don’t want to be red-flagged by the government because of incomplete, unorganized, or inaccurately recorded grant information. What is a Grant?

Nonprofit governance and management 52

Nonprofit governance and management Law Charitable Contribution Nonprofit Accountability 52

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In addition to the newspaper wealth mentioned above, the report points to the role of fortunes built on the real estate sector which, in various ways, has embodied systemic racism—in the form of racist zoning laws and other discriminatory practices, and in its role in facilitating the ongoing stark racial wealth gap. That toll is stark.

Philanthropy 83

Philanthropy Foundations Healthcare Law 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. Staying informed prevents blindsided disruptions. to $12, the minimum hourly wage for employees within the state.

Law 91

Law Public and Social Policy Charitable Organizations Governance 91

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

MARCH 3, 2023

This year’s theme, “ All In ”, will examine how the recovery and success of the nonprofit sector is driven by the collective and effective work of the staff, board, stakeholders, clients, community, government, and corporate sector. Her work spans dozens of corporate clients, nonprofits and government organizations.

Public and Social Policy 108

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

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Biodiversity Loss and Global Corporations The imminent loss of one million species presents a grave threat, impacting human health, food security, rural communities worldwide, and over half of the global GDP. Engaging in ecosystem restoration activities is a direct means for companies to address prior harm inflicted upon ecosystems.

Public and Social Policy 110

Public and Social Policy Agriculture Manufacturing Environmental 110

Fundraising Leadership

APRIL 21, 2023

Through programs of art and activism, A Long Walk Home works toward social change since its founding in 2003 by sisters Salamishah and Scheherazade Tillet. Read more in Take The Lead on youth activism Generational inclusive activism is indeed a trend, particularly since COVID. “

Leadership 52

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Activism Foundations 52

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 26, 2023

Each has its own set of tax laws, regulations, and forms to fill out. To maintain good governance practices and requirements To demonstrate financial transparency to your donors, members, and the public To make sure that your organization complies with the taxman, you should file IRS Form 990 by May 15 each year.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Finance 52

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Consider whether your community has a wide range of potential giving sources willing to help out, including individual donors , corporate sponsors, foundations, and government agencies. Look into relevant laws regarding starting a nonprofit in your community. Look into pro-bono services offered by local bar associations or law firms.

Public and Social Policy 81

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Charitable Organizations 81

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 8, 2023

In June, Rhode Island’s attorney general announced a civil lawsuit against Pioneer Investments, accusing the landlord of failing to comply with a slew of state health and safety laws—a virtually unprecedented move, organizers say, and a major victory for the group.

Psychology 77

Psychology Health Law Energy 77

EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

When you have a goal to meet—like asking a governing body to sign a bill into law, telling a CEO or other stakeholder to change a behavior or policy, or meeting goals around educating decision-makers on your issue area—you know you can’t do it alone. You need to activate your base and to move the needle on your issue.

Nonprofits 82

Nonprofits Leadership Activism Education 82

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

The list created by Sean Kosofsky of Mind the Gap Consulting can be used by an executive director, board chair, or any individual board member to consider their contribution to your organization’s financial health. Create a list of donors who have not donated in 18 months and point them toward an upcoming event, or other activity.

Fundraising 137

Fundraising Fundraising Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development 137

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 2, 2023

According to a 2020 report from the National Women’s Law Center, in terms of lifetime income over a 40-year career, that gap costs the average Latina over $1.163 million. Wraparound support: This includes adult education, leadership development, education programs, nutritional education, and mental health assistance.

Participation and motivation 52

Participation and motivation Nonprofit governance and management Community Development Leadership 52

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 12, 2024

And the battle with the state over Tribal sovereignty and our rights has always been recognized by the federal government; it’s only the state government that’s not recognizing our sovereignty. So our land, our languages, our kinship systems, our governances were forced out of us.” We could spend hours discussing why that is.

Nonprofit governance and management 87

Nonprofit governance and management Culture Governance Public and Social Policy 87

The Charity CFO

AUGUST 15, 2023

Toxic workplace: A toxic workplace can be emotionally draining and leave an impact on your overall health. Understand the Role of a Nonprofit Accounting Job An accountant’s role is crucial in ensuring the financial health of a nonprofit organization. A good culture is the only solution to this challenge.

Nonprofit Accountability 52

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

Nonprofit Fixer

JULY 14, 2021

But leadership and taking responsibility for the financial health of an organization, can sometimes be uncomfortable. This list can be used by an executive director, board chair, or any individual board member to consider their contribution to the organization’s financial health. Cultivation 54. It need not be a solicitation.

Fundraising 75

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management 75

Stanford Social Innovation Review

AUGUST 16, 2023

It also has an adverse impact on workforce productivity and inflicts economic losses on workers whose health and working conditions are affected by extreme heat. Mayors and city governments are increasingly seen as “doers” rather than “delayers” because they find themselves on the front line of the climate crisis.

Health 79

Health Public and Social Policy Energy Collaborations 79

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 24, 2024

While communities in Merced and Long Beach both used “uniform complaint procedures” to hold their districts accountable for violations of laws or regulation, their capacities were different. The Garfield Foundation offers a different example of how networks with capacity achieve systems change that evades individual groups.

Civil Society 104

Civil Society Energy Collaborations Leadership 104

Nonprofit Fixer

JANUARY 25, 2024

That may lead them to limit or regulate how they organize their lives, recreational activities, dating patterns, social media posts, or many other things because they believe role models have to live a particular way. Journaling activates a part of the brain that helps with problem-solving. This belief is entirely rational.

Nonprofit Leadership 52

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Nonprofits Poverty 52

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. Changing the law will require lobbying strategies, connections to policy makers, and legal expertise. Simply put, social change requires social collaboration.

Collaborations 116

Collaborations Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management 116

EveryAction

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. 15th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. Jan 24 - 25.

Nonprofit governance and management 105

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Associations Finance 105

NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 7, 2023

Last year's 2022 fellows reported a 52% increase in their board governance knowledge and skills after completing the program. This program is an opportunity to immerse myself in comprehensive board governance training, allowing me to be more impactful while doing so in a nonprofit board setting.”

Nonprofit governance and management 246

Nonprofit governance and management Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Race and Ethnicity 246