NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Most nonprofit governance work is transactional by nature. Here's why transactions are best when board members' relationships are strong.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 28, 2025

The philanthropic response to the federal government's defunding of nonprofits has been sluggish, but rapid response funds are starting to emerge. The philanthropic response to the federal government's defunding of nonprofits has been sluggish, but emergency funds are starting to emerge. The Chronicle of Philanthropy provides a list.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 16, 2025

An out-of-work career public servant may be your group's next smart hire. Experts share advice on where to find them. Baron Getty Images People with the experience, knowledge, and connections ideal for serving the missions of nonprofits are among the vast number of federal employees who have lost their jobs this year. But how to find them?

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Here are five reasons an organization may transition its board from a working board to a governance board, and how to protect board members.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 30, 2025

Heres a step-by-step guide on how to land your next meeting with your local politician to help secure government funding for your nonprofit.

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Governance Nonprofits 227

Joan Garry

OCTOBER 3, 2023

I reveal the human cost of a government shutdown on nonprofits. The post The Human Cost of a Government Shutdown: A Call to Action for Nonprofits appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting. It's time to act—advocacy isn't just crucial, it's our moral duty.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

government proposing major funding reductions for nonprofits, the time to act is now. With the U.S. Relying on grants and federal dollars is no longer a guaranteebut those who pivot fast can turn this crisis into an opportunity.

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Governance Nonprofits 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JUNE 4, 2025

WEZOU, meaning breath of life in the Kabiy language, was officially launched in 2021, and a core package of key maternal health care interventions became free for the first time to women across Togo, paid for wholly by the government of Togo. Why Do Governments Need Learning Partners?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 24, 2025

Organizations are struggling to plan amid uncertainty about government funds. As a result, some are crafting multiple spending options.

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Governance Food Nonprofits 251

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Organizations across the country are creating contingency plans. By Sara Herschander Douglas Rissing, Getty Images In what's become a bitter cycle, nonprofits across the country are creating contingency plans.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Prest Getty Images Plus, the Jewish Federations of North America distributed $148 million from its Israel Emergency Fund to 116 aid organizations, and Signet Jewelers has committed $100 million to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 17, 2025

Amid recent layoffs in the federal government and private sector, some workers may be looking to nonprofits for their next opportunity. Heres expert advice to help you transition.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

It also highlights how good practices in governance and fiduciary duties can foster more collaboration, accountability, and effective decision making. Strategies for strengthening nonprofit board governance A nonprofit governing board has a legal obligation to oversee management of the organization. Ready to learn more?

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Father-daughter duo Mike Bontrager and Stephanie Almanza of Square Roots Collective talk about the power of trust in local philanthropy.

Governance 245

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Joan Garry

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Maybe you are heavily reliant on government funding. Im guessing that many of you feel like your pants are on fire. The path ahead is uncertain, and for some organizations, the future is quite scary. Maybe the population you serve isand has every right to beterrified. Oh, and the board is on this scary roller.

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Governance Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Nonprofits 216

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Citizen sponsors raise private funds for refugees' living expenses and connect them with housing, transportation, and employment. By Emily Frazier and Pablo Bose Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images Ukrainian refugees attend a job fair in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Governance 278

Governance 278

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 22, 2025

Here are three things that can make a difference in board members fulfilling their fiduciary duties of care, loyalty and obedience.

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Governance 182

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 30, 2025

Elite universities have alienated many Americans, leaving these institutions vulnerable to government attacks. Elite universities have alienated many Americans, leaving these institutions vulnerable to government attacks. The social change world is next. The social change world is next.

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Tony Martignetti

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Mark Lillis: Your Strategic Partnerships Local nonprofits, companies, government officials and agencies, business leaders, and others can improve your outcomes in ways you cannot imagine. Taking the time to build relationships with potential partners—before you need them—makes a smart investment in your mission and programs.

Governance 128

Governance Nonprofits 128

Amy Eisenstein

JANUARY 18, 2024

Does a President who has already served 4 years as mandated by current bylaws get to automatically extend their term to another 2 years because bylaws were amended?

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Governance Nonprofits 246

NonProfit Leadership Center

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Nonprofits can do with efficiency and effectiveness what governments cannot always accomplish. We humbly suggest a few ways to embrace the opportunity to create common ground. 5 Reflections to Create Common Ground Nonprofit work transcends political outcomes.

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Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Nonprofits Governance 220

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 18, 2023

By Bruce Reznik Mel Melcon, Los Angeles Times, Getty Images A lawsuit against Los Angeles County helped spur efforts to stop polluting the Los Angeles River. Lawsuits are not as risky or costly as many grant makers believe — and are one of the best strategies for achieving lasting effects on a wide range of environmental issues.

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Governance Environmental 306

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MAY 21, 2025

The governments therefederal and statehave the will, the dough, and the capacity to scale up good ideas. Countries in East Asia and Latin America are in relatively good shape, with tax bases that can power government action. In Africa, governments have little to spend, andin the short run, at leastthese cuts are really going to hurt.

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Governance Altruism and Helping Energy Health 115

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 12, 2024

Only a fourth of charitable nonprofits have ever formally lobbied the government — far fewer than the three-fourths that did in 2000. By Heather MacIndoe and Mirae Kim Only a fourth of charitable nonprofits have ever formally lobbied the government — far fewer than the three-fourths that did in 2000.

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Governance Nonprofits 328

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 9, 2024

A disagreement about how to spend grant money offers poignant lessons on the perils of investing in public institutions. By Craig Kennedy Gabrielle Lurie/San Francisco Chronicle via AP District Attorney Brooke Jenkins became district attorney because her predecessor was considered too lenient on crime.

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Governance 208

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations. By Ben Gose Chronicle Illustration; Photo by Julia Schmalz Chief among them are the expansion of the charitable tax deduction and the 1969 law governing foundations.

Law 322

Law Governance Foundations Nonprofits 322

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Given what’s likely in the next administration, nonprofits will need to work harder to combat any government funding cuts and policy changes. They give because they care about your cause and want to help make a difference. Your work is important. Focus on your need and the impact of your donor’s gift.

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Governance Associations Fundraising Fundraising 305

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 26, 2025

The LinkedIn co-founder joins Lever for Change's Cecilia Conrad to talk about his open call to lift up new ideas and attract funding for reforms of government, the media, higher education, and more.

Governance 130

Governance Education Education 130

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Groups are shying from lobbying and policy work, fearing donor blow back and government retribution, a survey finds. By Heather MacIndoe, Lewis Faulk, and Mirae Kim Groups are shying from lobbying and policy work, fearing donor blow back and government retribution, a survey finds.

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Governance 316

Candid

MAY 29, 2025

80% say the government has responsibility for helping people in need Who, then, is responsible for providing assistance? While not an apples-to-apples comparison, Connelly pointed to an AP-NORC poll conducted in February that asked about the federal governments responsibility for helping communities vulnerable to natural disasters.

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Disaster Relief Insurance Governance Medical 100

NonProfit Leadership Center

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Now, he has the opportunity to put his strong governance skills to work to foster leadership development in the nonprofit sector. "I Andre is no stranger to the Nonprofit Leadership Center. In 2022, he successfully participated in the organization’s Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship.

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Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Nonprofit governance and management Healthcare 211

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 30, 2024

A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich. A new study finds the effort failed to reach that goal, but lessons for philanthropy-government collaborations are rich. By Maria Di Mento Jeff Chiu, AP Photo Tipping Point spent nearly $100.7

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Homelessness Collaborations Governance Philanthropy 359

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

When board members blur the lines between governance and management, they inadvertently sabotage the organization. Why board micromanagement makes nonprofit leaders furious Board members are supposed to focus on governance, strategy, and oversight. One of the most common complaints of executive directors is board micromanagement.

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Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership Nonprofits 103

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. By Craig Kennedy Getty Images Leading nonprofit associations have rejected efforts to expand the rules governing donor privacy. Their concern is misplaced, and the field’s legitimacy is at stake.

Governance 338

Governance Associations Nonprofits 338

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Through Bloomberg Philanthropies, he is providing funding and technical support to around 700 city governments across 150 countries. By Tom Baker and Alistair Sisson Getty Images Bloomberg has described partnerships between philanthropists and government as a “perfect match.”

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Philanthropy Governance 289

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 8, 2025

This happens daily when local governments park public funds in banks. If governments can work with a publicly owned bank that makes modest profits and reinvests those profits in the communities that own it, they can participate in a restorative local economy. It turns out, quite a lot.

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Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Governance Finance 127

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Nonprofit lenders often deploy funds faster than the government but need more capital to meet demand. Nonprofit lenders often deploy funds faster than the government but need more capital to meet demand.

Governance 300

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