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Governing Greatness: 10 Must-Read Books for Nonprofit Board Members

Nonprofit Megaphone

Nonprofit organizations are an essential part of our society, providing crucial services and support to those in need. However, running a nonprofit requires a unique set of skills and knowledge, particularly when it comes to governing the organization. Behind every successful nonprofit is a well-run board of directors.

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How Communities Around the World Are Connecting Social Isolation and Health

Stanford Social Innovation Review

A 2015 Randomized Controlled Trial showed that participants reported increased quality of life in 60 percent of cases and reduced suicidal ideation in 80 percent of cases. In another initiative, a pharmacy manager asked local primary schools to find pen pals for older people (with letters delivered via the pharmacy).

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Taking Steps Toward Disability Inclusion in China

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Over the past 30 years, it has made substantial improvements in the living conditions and social status of people with disabilities due to rapid economic growth, administrative and legislative actions, and the dedicated efforts of nonprofit organizations that champion the disability community.

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

EveryAction

If you loved our 2018 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar get ready for our new, improved, and updated 2019 calendar! We've searched far and wide for the best and brightest nonprofit conferences from all around the country! Nonprofit Management. Nonprofit Technology, and more! Alliance Management Institute (AMI).

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Leading Together for Systems Change

Stanford Social Innovation Review

By Sida Ly-Xiong After completing a leadership fellowship program for women of color, a program participant accepted a position as director of citizen engagement and education at a state public health agency in the United States. These are often people of color, and no matter how capable and well-prepared, they are often set up to fail.

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18 Nonprofit Metrics You’re Not Using – But Should

Nonprofit Fixer

Thousands of nonprofits have this challenge every year. This is why organizations need to guide and educate donors and foundations in evaluating nonprofits. Why do we set up our nonprofit sector like this???) By helping funders be more flexible, you are doing the whole nonprofit field a favor. This is bull!