NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 15, 2022

In response to research that shows nearly 1 in 3 nonprofits lack any professionals of color on their boards (BoardSource) and to foster more inclusive and equitable communities, the Nonprofit Leadership Center launched the Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship in 2021. We all need a helping hand and guidance at some point.

Nonprofit governance and management 130

Nonprofit governance and management Participation and motivation Leadership Nonprofits 130

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

How do we build regional economies rooted in community ownership? As Stacey Sutton wrote to introduce an NPQ article series last fall on “ Solidarity Economies—Building Community Power ,” the growth of solidarity economy organizations across the country over the last decade has been “somewhat astounding.”

Public and Social Policy 109

Public and Social Policy Public Policy Culture Collaborations 109

NonProfit Leadership Center

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Each of us needs people in our lives who will show us empathy, remind us of our purpose and vision, offer perspective when we’re getting off track, help us laugh when we’re taking ourselves too seriously, push back to ensure we advocate for ourselves and help us make sense of politics and work surges so we can manage our energy.

Culture 246

Culture Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Psychology 246

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

What would it take to shift from a reactive, past-oriented solution perspective to a proactive philanthropy oriented towards a healthy future that does not create so many problems? In 2010, Community Solutions initiated a nationwide campaign to provide housing for 100,000 homeless people within four years. Medicine 3.0:

Philanthropy 127

Philanthropy Homelessness Psychology Health 127

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Thank you to the SSIR community for sharing and engaging with these perspectives. The authors urge readers to see beyond the prescriptive tendencies of design thinking methods and center their work in the communities they serve. Transforming Local Communities Through Artistic Leadership by Stephan Manning & Yeşim Uygur 19.

Civil Society 129

Civil Society Philanthropy Foundations Nonprofit Capacity 129

Candid

MAY 15, 2024

We understand this as an approach that reimagines relationships among donors, nonprofits, and communities to rebalance power dynamics and decision making, prioritizing authentic connections and mutual learning. Ultimately, TBP is about facilitating community self-determination, helping partners envision and create the future that they want.

Philanthropy 52

Philanthropy Energy Collaborations Ethics 52

Candid

APRIL 29, 2024

For instance, when boards overly prioritize routine tasks like policy development and operational management, they risk missing opportunities for innovation and could fail to address emerging challenges with a holistic perspective. This approach can lead to a reactive, rather than proactive, approach to addressing community needs.

Nonprofit governance 59

Nonprofit governance Governance Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations 59

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 29, 2023

Mindfulness can enhance self-awareness, reduce stress, and provide a fresh perspective on navigating difficult situations. With a heart for service and community engagement, Julianna has spent several years working timelessly in the nonprofit wonderland.

Health 200

Health Children Leadership Nonprofit Leadership 200

Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Grassroots organizations provide vital services to local communities, yet they struggle to compete for grants against large national nonprofits that can leverage robust development teams, considerable fundraising experience, and established relationships with grantmakers. Relationship building takes time, patience, and perspective.

Fundraising 111

Fundraising Fundraising Foundations Nonprofits 111

The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

According to Jackie Sue Griffin, founder of JSG & Associates in Tampa, Florida, by prioritizing continuous learning, you gradually adapt to evolving challenges and find new ways to drive positive change within your organization and community.

Nonprofit governance and management 64

Nonprofit governance and management Associations Governance Nonprofit Leadership 64

Affnetz

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Dive into the transformative realm of fundraising as we unravel the profound impact of the 10 Principles of Community-Centric Fundraising. It places community at the forefront and is changing the game for nonprofits. What is Community-Centric Fundraising? Community-Centric Fundraising , is no ordinary concept.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising Culture Philanthropy 130

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 21, 2023

Realizing this vision, however, requires that the index takes into account community perspectives on measurement and healthcare accountability. As a result, these institutions are increasingly prioritizing preventive care and investing in community health efforts to meet patient needs.

Healthcare 81

Healthcare Health Medical Collaborations 81

CNPE

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

From pioneers who shattered barriers and paved the way for progress, to unsung heroes whose stories have yet to be told, the profound contributions, resilience, and enduring spirit of Black individuals and communities throughout history are powerful and inspiring. I encourage you to explore these resources and share them freely.

Curriculum and Teaching 52

Curriculum and Teaching Cultural Diversity Culture 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

ELEVATE inspires new thinking and action around how individuals and organizations can embrace change, find wellness, and cultivate the connected communities needed to lead the social sector’s charge into the future. . . – Social sector leaders are invited to take part in Elevate 2023. About Elevate . Learn more about our work at www.nla1.org

Nonprofit Leadership 147

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Culture Philanthropy 147

Jeff Brooks

MAY 8, 2024

Lack of Long-Term Perspective. Things like volunteer participation, social media engagement, and community outreach all correlate well with revenue. Sure, revenue is the big deal, but other things matter too: response rates, open rates, click-through rates tell you what’s working and what’s not working on the way to that revenue.

Fundraising 59

Fundraising Fundraising Retention Values 59

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Initially volunteering to gain experience in the healthcare field, she found herself deeply involved in the hospital’s community-centric mission. She witnessed firsthand the profound impact of medical care on individuals and the community. To the CEO, she offers a unique perspective gained through her volunteer experiences.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 82

Nonprofit Administration and Development Healthcare Medical Technology 82

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Imagine a civil society in which communities, individuals, and leaders (nonprofit, social movement, philanthropy, business, education, and more) regularly engage in the process of self-examination for the sake of improving our world. Historical Literacy , which involves understanding the historical context of society and communities.

Civil Society 109

Civil Society Race and Ethnicity Culture Health 109

Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2024

They’re also your biggest cheerleaders, advocating for your cause and spreading the word within the community. Board match programs in your community that your local community foundation or United Way may offer. These programs can connect you with potential board members already engaged in philanthropy and community building.

Participation and motivation 80

Participation and motivation Public and Nonprofit Management Leadership Nonprofit governance and management 80

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 7, 2024

Our organization focuses on boosting creativity and innovation from a gender perspective, helping women forge alliances with companies and organizations and creating space for their empowerment. This challenge has different nuances in each continent, country, and community.

Nonprofit governance and management 114

Nonprofit governance and management Collaborations Public and Social Policy Participation and motivation 114

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 17, 2023

Fortunately, in recent years, some nonprofits have successfully diversified their boards, recruiting members with lived experiences that align with the communities being served by paying attention to demographics such as age, race, socioeconomic status, education, religion, disability, and diversity in thought and professional experience.

Race and Ethnicity 84

Race and Ethnicity Social Entrepreneurship Nonprofit governance and management Recruitment 84

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

By having a more diverse and inclusive range of voices internally, you’ll be better positioned to find voices outside of your organization that you can share with your community. . There’s no shame in seeking another perspective even if you feel ignorant or embarrassed that you don’t know something already. . That’s actually normal. .

Recruitment 98

Recruitment Nonprofits Communication 98

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2023

And though you may feel it’s risky to hire a facilitator from outside your region, they may also provide a unique perspective and even greater results. Fresh perspective When you hire a facilitator from outside your region, you bring a fresh perspective into the boardroom.

Nonprofit governance and management 93

Nonprofit governance and management Leadership Healthcare Nonprofits 93

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

APRIL 10, 2024

Leverage your expertise and connections to guide the Tennessee Nonprofit Network's strategy and make a real difference in your community. Now, to further strengthen our reach and impact, we're excited to announce the formation of regional Community Action Councils (CACs)! who act as champions for TNN in their communities.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Collaborations Public Policy Construction 52

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 15, 2023

The foreword to a recently released book on race and leadership titled Race, Work, and Leadership: New Perspectives on the Black Experience , makes this clear: Contemporary research has shown how the white standard for a prototypical leader limits the possibility that black men and women will be perceived as suitable for leadership positions. [1]

Leadership 133

Leadership Race and Ethnicity Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 133

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 4, 2024

Normalizing the perspectives of those in power is practically woven into the fabric of the US social sector. Subsequently, nonprofits may feel tempted to focus on achieving a specific data point, metric, or result that grantmakers value—even at the cost of what would most benefit their communities and missions.

Universities 69

Universities Values Culture Associations 69

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

By being social, you can create a sense of community and build a loyal following. Whether it’s a story from the perspective of the populations you serve (animals, too!) Tap into your followers emotions by sharing the perspectives or behind the scenes day-to-day work or commentary of staff, service recipients, or supporters.

Nonprofits 96

Nonprofits Marketing Marketing Communication 96

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 29, 2023

Image Credit: Reneé Thompson on unsplash.com COVID-19 impacted the physical health of millions across the country, hitting marginalized communities the hardest. People that already experience higher behavioral health inequities, such as those in BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, were particularly affected.

Health 88

Health Public and Social Policy Governance Collaborations 88

Stanford Social Innovation Review

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

As of 2022, ANIP has impacted more than 100 social entrepreneurs and provided more than 1 million BRL (roughly $190,000) in seed capital for projects led by social entrepreneurs from disadvantaged communities like Jardim Angela. The first relates to the perceived capacity of more affluent entrepreneurs to generate greater social innovation.

Social Entrepreneurship 114

Social Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Social Enterprise Social Enterprise 114

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Instead, a policy agenda allows nonprofits to leverage their expertise, data, and experience to inform and shape policies that directly affect their target communities and create lasting change. Identify areas where policy changes can significantly impact your work and target communities.

Public Policy 72

Public Policy Environmental Education Education 72

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 29, 2023

In the realm of social change, community-based leaders are skilled at influencing and using momentum to advance local solutions but often lack all the financial resources they need to push those solutions to their full potential. Because it sidelines community-based leaders, their solutions, and as a result, undercapitalized communities.

Nonprofit governance and management 108

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Community Development 108

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 13, 2023

The project aims to build psychosocial resilience within the climate justice movement by training activists in providing mental health first-aid and creating safer spaces within their local communities. For example, foregrounds the experiences of communities of color in the environmental justice movement.

Healthcare 84

Healthcare Health Environmental Psychology 84

Candid

JULY 23, 2021

Engaging with local community leaders and residents early and often is key to implementing public health and racial justice approaches to preventing gun violence successfully, a report from the Annie E. Improving Community Safety Through Public Health Strategies: Lessons From Atlanta And Milwaukee." Casey Foundation finds.

Health 98

Health Law Foundations Activism 98

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 7, 2024

In this interview with NPQ , Redwood talks about the responses received in the months following the release of White Women Cry, the physical and emotional toll of dealing with racism, and how Black women are building community and supporting each other. Rebekah Barber: What has the response been like since the publication of your book?

Health 93

Health Leadership Universities Philanthropy 93

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

The resources involved were modest ($240,000 total) but the ambition was large—namely, to assist Native nations to “regain control of their land and natural resources, revitalize traditional stewardship practices, and build sustainable stewardship initiatives that contribute to tribal economic and community development opportunities.”

Nonprofit governance and management 135

Nonprofit governance and management Poverty Environmental Food 135

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Amidst these challenges, CYC defied the odds by establishing mission-driven partnerships with its staff, funders, and foster youth community. We offer our perspectives on what we observed, focusing on how partnerships contributed to CYC’s success. Empower community stakeholders to co-design a successful transition process.

Leadership 82

Leadership Organizational Development Foundations Values 82

The Charity CFO

MAY 9, 2024

3 Reasons People Start Nonprofits Tosha seeks out Dr. White’s perspective on the main reasons nonprofits begin from startup to successes. More often than not, people will likely have soft hearts for something in their community that needs to be seen. Krystal shares 3 reasons people may follow this path. End of sentence. That’s a fact.’

Nonprofit Organizations 52

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Social Enterprise Social Enterprise 52

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

Other marginalized networks, such as Black Twitter and Disability Twitter, are choosing to remain on the platform, where they’ve developed strong community networks that they can’t easily replicate. Consider the languages spoken by the audiences and communities you work with and the language needs of marginalized and underserved communities.

Values 107

Values Public and Social Policy Race and Ethnicity Public and Nonprofit Management 107