NonProfit Leadership Center

APRIL 15, 2024

At the organizational level, well-being extends beyond the health and happiness of an individual to the collective state of all individuals within the organization, influenced by the work environment and culture. Leaders must embody the values of well-being and prioritize their integration into the overarching organizational strategy.

Psychology 130

Psychology Health Culture Leadership 130

Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Without these dedicated supporters, many nonprofits would struggle to reach their annual goals. That’s where volunteer management software comes in. Your volunteer management system can facilitate more streamlined volunteer engagement and communication.

Management 80

Management Recruitment Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 80

The Charity CFO

APRIL 22, 2024

In many nonprofits, burnout is the emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion of employees due to prolonged stress. Understanding Burnout in Nonprofit Organizations Burnout at work can happen to anyone. Burnout can cause decreased productivity and high turnover rates in staff. The term burnout is more than a buzzword.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Social Policy Culture 52

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Stephanie Krieg It’s been a minute, but I am so excited to bring you a brand new submission for our Day in the Life of a Nonprofit Communicator series! Stephanie’s Bio Stephanie Krieg, MSHC, CHES, is an advocate for health promotion and communication. This series lets you describe your workday in your own words.

Communication 83

Communication Health Public and Nonprofit Management Education 83

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 8, 2023

Public policy wasn’t really a part of our culture. Why Prioritize Public Policy and Advocacy? 6 Engaging in public policy advocacy is not without its dangers. Public policy and advocacy work, for most movement organizations, can feel like a luxury. Until it was.

Public Policy 74

Public Policy Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Governance 74

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 20, 2023

Image Credit: cottonbro studio on pexels.com It’s not often that a body of work comes along that makes us ask big questions about the nonprofit sector. Claire Dunning’s new book, Nonprofit Neighborhoods , is one. In it, she not only traces the development of the nonprofit sector.

Public and Social Policy 109

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Poverty Governance 109

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 17, 2023

They create a suite of environmental problems: from high carbon emissions as trees and soils burn; to public health emergencies when wildfires hit towns and smoke affects distant cities; to water contamination compounding regional drought. However, the task of managing forests is as vast as the West itself.

Public and Social Policy 87

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Environmental 87

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

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 19, 2023

They furnish their own transport, often traveling for hours on public trains and buses. Unexpected evidence of this comes from demographer Christopher Wildeman’s rigorous investigation of the population-level health consequences of mass incarceration. Of this figure, roughly $73.9

Public and Social Policy 127

Public and Social Policy Health Associations Children 127

Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

As we enter 2023, we’ve compiled a list of nonprofit books from Candid’s free digital library that can help inspire your nonprofit’s New Year’s resolutions. When it comes to boosting funding for your nonprofit, there are multiple paths that can lead you to your desired destination. The New Year is a time for new beginnings.

Public and Nonprofit Management 109

Public and Nonprofit Management Culture Non-Profits Energy 109

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

But this modern reality comes with an inconvenient truth: Our public institutions are not equipped with the updated skills they need to effectively tackle the world’s ever-escalating challenges—not by a long shot. Consider the climate crisis. There’s good reason for that, as these skills are foundational to the work of a well-run city.

Nonprofit governance and management 144

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Governance 144

Momentum Nonprofit Partners

JANUARY 3, 2023

Here’s Why Tennessee Needs a Statewide Nonprofit Association. Nonprofits are Tennessee’s 6th largest industry, and the sector pays more than $13.5 Tennessee nonprofits generate over 31.6 billion, accounting for 10% of the Gross State Product. Tennessee nonprofits generate over 31.6 Source: Independent Sector.

Associations 112

Associations Public Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 112

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In the social sector, many nonprofits believe AI will solve all our work problems, instantly and painlessly. (It But one thing is clear: Nonprofit engagement with AI is necessary and requires thoughtful preparation. But one thing is clear: Nonprofit engagement with AI is necessary and requires thoughtful preparation.

Ethics 139

Ethics Public and Social Policy Technology Public and Nonprofit Management 139

Twenty Hats

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

So I think, in many ways, for as often as everybody complains about technology and all the challenges, I think this past year could have gone very differently if we didn’t have these platforms.” — Volunteer manager embracing technology in Ohio. Some manage a handful of volunteers, others work with many thousands.

Technology 69

Technology Curriculum and Teaching Management Public and Nonprofit Management 69

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 23, 2024

Advisory committees let your nonprofit work with others who want to see you succeed. As a nonprofit leader, you likely want to do your best to ensure that the voices and experiences of the communities you serve are represented in your work. Often, this means conducting periodic focus groups, needs assessments, or surveys.

Race and Ethnicity 90

Race and Ethnicity Recruitment Production Collaborations 90

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

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. MEGA’s efforts have expanded to include youth leadership and mentorship, community engagement, and health education.

Food 113

Food Agriculture Public and Social Policy Nonprofit Administration and Development 113

Fundraising Coach

MARCH 18, 2013

I’ve been impressed with her commitment to nonprofits and her knowledge of promotional items. (I So I asked her if she’d write a post on how nonprofits can use them effectively. The company also distributes promotional products as part of its product and service mix. Public events. I call it schwag.)

Production 111

Production Advertising Public and Nonprofit Management Retention 111

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MARCH 17, 2015

Last month, Peter Panepento challenged nonprofits to Stop Approaching PR Like It’s 2007. For nonprofit public relations pros, Dylan’s statement carries a lot of meaning. Last month on this blog, I challenged nonprofit communicators to stop approaching media relations like they did in 2007. Peter Panepento.

Public and Social Policy 89

Public and Social Policy Public and Nonprofit Management Health Donor Motivation 89

Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of filing Form 990 in a timely and accurate manner. However, did you know that you can gain valuable insights about your nonprofit from your Form 990 that can help you obtain donors ? The answer depends on a number of factors specific to your nonprofit.

Nonprofit governance and management 52

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Health Nonprofits 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JANUARY 29, 2024

It not only affects the overall productivity of employees but also plays a significant role in their mental and physical well-being. Encouraging open and transparent communication among employees and between employees and management can help build trust, foster teamwork, and resolve conflicts in a healthy manner.

Culture 52

Culture Production Health Values 52

Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Nonprofit strategic planning can help your organization meet challenges effectively and take advantage of new opportunities. Despite the many benefits that strategic planning can bring, 49 percent of nonprofits lack a strategic plan. Nonprofit strategic planning FAQs What is strategic planning for nonprofits?

Nonprofit governance and management 122

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofits 122

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 10, 2023

Editors’ note: This article is from NPQ ‘s winter 2022 issue, “New Narratives for Health.”. Increasingly, media coverage frames Black maternal health as a “crisis.” The resulting public health response is to “close the gap” and aim to level the rates of Black maternal and infant outcomes to match those of the white population.

Health 117

Health Healthcare Public and Social Policy Ethics 117

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 4, 2024

Image credit: Yannick Lowery / www.severepaper.com Editors’ note: This article is from Nonprofit Quarterly Magazine ’s fall 2023 issue, “How Do We Create Home in the Future? 2 It has been edited for publication here. 2 It has been edited for publication here. Two things changed how wealth was managed. The year is 2053.

Public and Social Policy 109

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Taxation 109

Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 15, 2022

Here are 20 public relations stats to know for better communications outcomes in 2022. Heather Mansfield shares 10 Twitter Best Practices for Nonprofits. Find out Why Smart Nonprofits Focus on Growing Monthly Giving. And finally learn How to Look After Your Mental Health Post COVID. The Annual All-Access Training Pass.

Communication 56

Communication Non-Profits Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofits 56

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

“THE MAN ON THE HILL” BY EKOW BREW/ WWW.EKOWBREW.COM Editors’ note: This article is from NPQ’s winter 2022 issue, “New Narratives for Health.” Click here to download this article as it appears in the magazine, with accompanying artwork.

Public and Social Policy 97

Public and Social Policy Medical Health Leadership 97

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

AUGUST 23, 2020

How to write a Strong Nonprofit Mission Statement [Template + Examples]. Do you want to learn how to Write a Strong Nonprofit Mission Statement? Branding is key to nonprofits , but how do you ensure your communicate your brand messaging the right way? It’s easy to know what your Nonprofit’s goals are.

Poverty 94

Poverty Public and Nonprofit Management Health Education 94

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 26, 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.” At the height of the pandemic, I was swept up in a titanic battle being waged over the right to a city. 1 That city was New Haven, Connecticut.

Education 85

Education Education Universities Public and Nonprofit Management 85

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 21, 2022

I was in conversation with the managers of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project (EHRP). And the first season of Going for Broke with our production partners at The Nation came out of that. And now we’re in season two with our production partners, Wisconsin Public Radio. Image Credit: Ryan Loughlin on unsplash.

Health 97

Health Insurance Production Homelessness 97

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 5, 2015

After the holiday break new media managers return to work energized to update and implement their list of priorities for the upcoming year. The goals suggested below are fairly easy to achieve, yet transformative to a nonprofit’s new media strategy. Download and study nonprofit mobile apps. Write LinkedIn Recommendations.

Management 105

Management Public and Nonprofit Management Technology Nonprofits 105

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Stanford Social Innovation Review ’s 2022 Nonprofit Management Institute (NMI) will focus on opportunities to bridge the divides that exist in society. Nonprofits Must Listen With Their Ears, Not With Their Eyes by Kaitlyn Ram Bo. How to Manage Internal Conflicts. By SSIR Editors. September 13, 2022 at 9:05 a.m.

Civil Society 111

Civil Society Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 111

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A New Campaign Recently, Oakland-based nonprofit Common Future , which works with other organizations to advance racial and economic equity, partnered with WorkFour , a national campaign to convince private and public enterprises to adopt the four-day workweek. Common Future is serving as a fiscal sponsor and incubator for WorkFour.

Environmental 106

Environmental Collaborations Health Production 106

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

I also come from a family of grocery workers and managers. When I was little, my dad managed a large local grocery. Frankly, it is tiring to plead with outsiders to sell their products here. They’re also poorly served by public transit. I lived here as a young child and do again today. million grant to LISC Indianapolis.

Food 89

Food Public and Nonprofit Management Medical Community Development 89

NonProfit Quarterly

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Participating students learn about controlled environment agricultural management and the underlying technologies—eg, sensors, data collection, and data analytics—and the operations and maintenance of an indoor hydroponic farm. VF enables large-scale agricultural production in environments where space and soil are limited.

Food 133

Food Agriculture Poverty Public and Social Policy 133

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. The less visible people with disabilities are in public or working spaces, the less people without disabilities acknowledge their needs.

Nonprofit governance and management 119

Nonprofit governance and management Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Governance 119

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

At this uncertain time, as the potential use-cases of generative AI begin to become apparent, there are at least 10 things that funders can do to help the existing field of tech-related nonprofits—and society at large—better prepare. The future is now. Due this summer, it is now several months behind.

Civil Society 128

Civil Society Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Governance 128

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Urban areas are home to 80 percent of the US population, produce and hold most of our nation’s wealth, have tremendous power via public policy and budgets, and are where most people directly feel the impact of government and organizing in their daily lives. While public policy is an important lever, it became clear that it wasn’t enough.

Public Policy 134

Public Policy Governance Non-Profits Law 134