NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 17, 2023

How do you shift the culture of a mostly White organization to become truly multiracial? Certainly, having “liberal” or “progressive” values is not enough. When inviting them, MIP was clear about its approach: MIP was looking to change the organization’s culture, including that of the Steering Committee. It is not easy.

Culture 116

Culture Recruitment Leadership Values 116

Anedot

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to our mission, have demonstrated success in nonprofit administration and the ability to inspire and lead a largely volunteer-driven organization. Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative organizational culture that empowers volunteers and maximizes their contributions.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management 52

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Such logic often applies to nonprofit recruitment of volunteers. That is, nonprofits tend to draw in a particular slice of the community. It’s not enough to want a more inclusive nonprofit. More inclusive nonprofit volunteer programs better serve our citizens and our neighborhoods. What Do Volunteer Administrators Say?

Nonprofit Administration and Development 133

Nonprofit Administration and Development Recruitment Culture Participation and motivation 133

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JUNE 23, 2025

Arts & Culture Cities Civic Engagement Economic Development Education Energy Environment Food Health Human Rights Security Social Services Water & Sanitation Sectors Government, Nonprofit, Business, etc. Business Foundations Government Nonprofits & NGOs Social Enterprise Solutions Advocacy, Funding, Leadership, etc.

Participation and motivation 103

Participation and motivation Nonprofit governance and management Health Public and Social Policy 103

NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 25, 2024

At the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we’re on a mission to develop and connect nonprofit leaders to strengthen organizations and our communities. However, recent research from the Florida Nonprofit Alliance and National Council of Nonprofits shows that our sector is experiencing a workforce shortage crisis.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 130

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Retention 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

One path leads to this arable land being sold to a developer and turned into a small strip mall. Another path leads to it being purchased by a “farm incubator” who will make it available to refugee farmers growing culturally meaningful crops and contributing to their economic mobility. About 20 percent are seated within government.

Public and Social Policy 94

Public and Social Policy Food Leadership Health 94

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 31, 2023

Image Credit: cottonbro studio on unsplash.com Rural America is far more diverse than how it is portrayed in media and popular culture. Community development financial institutions play an important role in elevating community voice. This article is the second in the series Eradicating Rural Poverty: The Power of Cooperation.

Values 130

Values Poverty Nonprofit Administration and Development Finance 130

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 5, 2022

Nonprofit leaders often struggle to create an open, trusting culture that supports their staff in executing their mission. If you’re looking for proven ways to engage your team and improve the mindset of your nonprofit team, this episode is for you. What too many nonprofit leaders do to lose the trust of their staff (18:00).

Culture 94

Culture Nonprofit Administration and Development Leadership Nonprofits 94

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JUNE 20, 2023

By Phil Buchanan , Alyse d’Amico & Leaha Wynn Organizational performance depends on thoughtful policies and practices with respect to employees and culture. Often, culture is simply neglected. We have come to believe in six people and culture approaches that in many respects go against the grain.

Culture 111

Culture Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation 111

Candid

JUNE 26, 2025

For example, AI has yet to offer solutions that help funders navigate power imbalances, build long-term relationships with grantees, or adopt reporting and evaluation practices that consider cultural context and community voice. These aren’t enhancements to existing tools; they represent a fundamental shift in how we design, connect, and act.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 59

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Philanthropy Collaborations 59

Anedot

APRIL 8, 2025

Mission and Values: WMCS supports programs and services that enhance the well-being of individuals and families in West Marin. The organization is guided by the values of human dignity, social justice, equity, inclusion, and comunidad (community). Assess the staff and provide support, training and professional development, as needed.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 52

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Image credit: Markus Spiske on Unsplash In the Berkshire region of Massachusetts and neighboring Columbia County in New York, arts and culture workers face a familiar struggle: making ends meet in a sector known for passion but not always for fair compensation.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 116

Nonprofit Administration and Development Culture Healthcare Insurance 116

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

MNA Association

OCTOBER 16, 2024

We know that decisions made in Helena and in Washington, DC have an enormous impact on our work as nonprofits. To better understand how candidates in Montana view the nonprofit sector and their visions for partnership, MNA created a candidate questionnaire with three simple questions related to the nonprofit sector.

Public and Social Policy 98

Public and Social Policy Non-Profits Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits 98

Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

We are here to talk about the board’s role in fundraising and resource development, one of my favorite topics, and we got one of my favorite people also here to talk about it. So, again, it’s board roles and fundraising and resource development. This is not a trick at all and you all are really in for a treat.

Fundraising 126

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management 126

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

OCTOBER 22, 2014

How did the idea develop? A: We are always looking for good ways to introduce people to the outdoors in general and to the natural/cultural resources and recreation opportunities in our state parks and reservoirs specifically. Promote iconic and little-known features and natural/cultural resources and things to do at our properties.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 186

Nonprofit Administration and Development Construction Culture Education 186

Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

As a nonprofit management student, preparing to enter this field can be challenging because it’s still developing. The University of San Francisco was the first school to offer a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration less than 40 years ago, and the first School of Philanthropy was created just nine years ago at Indiana University.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 119

Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Philanthropy Foundations 119

Anedot

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Located in beautiful Novato/Marin County/CA, our workplace culture is driven by our five values: teamwork and collaboration, equity, excellence, integrity, and learning and continuous improvement. Join an organization dedicated to providing a supportive and professional working environment. 16 hours per week.

Food 52

Food Participation and motivation Non-Profits Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

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 132

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Poverty 132

Anedot

MAY 7, 2025

DEPARTMENT:Garden and Youth Programs REPORTS TO:Garden and Youth Program Manager LOCATION:Sebastopol Kitchen, and Remote EXPECTED HOURS:Approximately 10per week, hours vary COMPENSATION: $28 – $32 SCHEDULE: May to early June: prep and develop curriculum- approx. Curriculum development experience required.

Curriculum and Teaching 52

Curriculum and Teaching Nonprofit Administration and Development Food Education 52

Blue Avocado

AUGUST 13, 2024

We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What are the biggest mistakes you see new nonprofits making?” Too often new nonprofits struggle to find their identity. Nonprofits are not social clubs , they have the potential to make significant positive impacts in the communities they serve. Great question.

Non-Profits 105

Non-Profits Nonprofit Administration and Development Collaborations Nonprofits 105

Clairification

OCTOBER 21, 2024

How do you help people afraid of fundraising become comfortable in what should be a mission-aligned role for everyone associated with your nonprofit organization? Not just development staff. What’s holding you back? After all, everyone benefits from increased philanthropy.

Philanthropy 67

Philanthropy Nonprofit Administration and Development Fundraising Fundraising 67

Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 17, 2025

Planning events is essential for nonprofits, whether youre raising funds, building awareness, or forging new community connections. By understanding the most common obstacles and how to overcome them, your nonprofit can host events that not only meet your goals but also inspire and engage your community.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Management Finance 52

Anedot

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Work with individual staff to develop personalized training goals and expectations. Actively role model and create actions and conditions for agency alignment with mission, vision, and values. Support the Mission, Vision, and Values of Catholic Charities in the performance of all essential job functions and responsibilities.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Law Collaborations Construction 52

Anedot

MAY 7, 2025

DEPARTMENT: Garden and Youth Programs REPORTS TO: Garden and Youth Program Manager LOCATION: Sebastopol Kitchen, and Remote EXPECTED HOURS: Approximately 10 per week, hours vary COMPENSATION: $28 – $32 SCHEDULE: May to early June: prep and develop curriculum- approx. Curriculum development experience required.

Curriculum and Teaching 52

Curriculum and Teaching Nonprofit Administration and Development Food Education 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 31, 2024

In ancient storytelling, heroes usually possessed a virtue that the author wanted the culture to emulate and begin to reproduce within the body politic. Nonprofit leaders must be courageous because of the work they do. Some organizational cultures promote avoiding certain types of conflicts at all costs.

Leadership 130

Leadership Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit Leadership Culture 130

NonProfit Hub

MARCH 23, 2021

Lean was made for nonprofits. What I mean to say is; Lean was made for nonprofits. There are several key attributes inherent to the nonprofit sector culture that create a perfect “home” for practicing Lean. Connection is essential to truly practice empathy, which is the foundation of the nonprofit sector.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 79

Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits Values 79

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Nonprofit budgeting may be a source of dread for many, but there are ways to make the process (and outcome!) Keeping that in mind, let’s go over what we’ve learned at The Charity CFO While supporting hundreds of nonprofits with their budgets. Start with Your Mission Your nonprofits budget exists to advance your mission.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits Social Enterprise Social Enterprise 52

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 7, 2023

But some needed elements are clear: these include expertise; values-aligned capacity-building partners; relationships that are built on trust, accountability, and transparency; and flexible funding. This grant came out of a program supported by federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) dollars. The answers are, well, complex.

Governance 110

Governance Community Development Environmental Collaborations 110

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

NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Image credit:Rayson Tan on Unsplash Below is a transcript, edited for length and clarity, of “Escaping Corporate Capture: Nonprofit Survival in a For-Profit World,” hosted by Opus 40 in Saugerties, NY, on July 26, 2024. Moderating the conversation are Caroline Crumpacker of Ultra Advising and Steve Dubb of Nonprofit Quarterly.

Public and Social Policy 124

Public and Social Policy Law Governance Nonprofits 124

Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Effective volunteer management vital to an organization’s day-to-day operations, meaning nonprofits need to invest in smart volunteer management practices to reduce administrative overhead and increase volunteer retention. Instead, it’s the foundation of your volunteer program and a top priority for your nonprofit.

Management 110

Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Recruitment Public and Nonprofit Management 110

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 1, 2024

Neurodivergent children often struggle with social interactions, communication, and emotional regulation, hindering their learning and development. This tailored approach can help all children thrive in educational settings and develop the skills they need to succeed in life.

Ethics 130

Ethics Curriculum and Teaching Nonprofit Administration and Development Children 130

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Mississippi has a rich culture, but for generations, its Black communities have experienced health inequities intertwined with discrimination, poverty, and racial exclusion. This series features stories from a group of Black food sovereignty leaders who are working to transform the food system at the local level.

Food 126

Food Agriculture Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development 126

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Three ways your CFO can help your nonprofit apply for grants. Most nonprofits strive to include grant funding in their revenue streams but often find that large amounts of know-how (as well as a time commitment from the executive level down to the front line) are needed. Read on to find out more! will be handled in the application.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 98

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 98

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Understanding the Role of the SBA The leading source of small business financing nationally is federally guaranteed small business loans through the US Small Business Administration. To make the purchase, workers generally use bank debt secured with a Small Business Administration (SBA) guarantee. How would this work?

Public and Social Policy 126

Public and Social Policy Finance Nonprofit Administration and Development Philanthropy 126

Stanford Social Innovation Review

APRIL 27, 2023

From 2000 to 2021, progress on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals has been anemic, registering less than 10 percent growth over 20 years. In other words, companies are benefiting from a culture of using data to make decisions. What explains this massive split between the corporate and the social sectors?

Public and Social Policy 111

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development 111