Amy Eisenstein

MARCH 7, 2023

Hi Amy, Does an executive board have a responsibility to announce the removal of a board member to the organization’s membership?

Nonprofits 98

Nonprofits 98

Amy Eisenstein

DECEMBER 12, 2022

I need some advice … I have board member who has become an alcoholic and making alot of mistakes. Unfortunately this person and her husband and myself are on the board, we are awaiting new members. Unfortunately this person and her husband and myself are on the board, we are awaiting new members.

Nonprofits 98

Nonprofits 98

Amy Eisenstein

JANUARY 11, 2023

First, you may need a strongly worded letter from a lawyer to encourage the board president step down. It’s clearly time to recruit more board members, although your friend may have a hard time getting them past the president. In reply to Shelly. Shelley – I think these are two separate issues.

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Recruitment Nonprofits 98

Amy Eisenstein

JULY 19, 2023

We have a 3 member board 2/3 is granddaughter-President; Grandmother-Treasurer and myself Secretary. The President & Treasurer (& her husband non board member) are allowing non-owners to remove landscaping without full board approval.

Management 75

Management Nonprofits 75

Amy Eisenstein

DECEMBER 17, 2022

A non-profit had five Directors; one resigned. Before resigning, the Director incorporated the organization, and wrote and filed by-laws without the knowledge of the others. Are these by-laws valid?

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Amy Eisenstein

JANUARY 6, 2023

At this time it is my friend and only one other board member. How do we fire a 2 member board member. Friend has funded all and the other person demanded to be president. Now this person is non compliant stealing gossiping, sharing personal emails to any and all who will read.

Non-Profits 75

Non-Profits Nonprofits 75

Amy Eisenstein

JANUARY 30, 2023

[…] Explain exactly what’s required and when. Be up front — let them know that you’ll ask them to step down if they find they can’t do the work the position […]

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Recruitment Nonprofits 98

Amy Eisenstein

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Speak with the other members of the board and review your board policies to determine the best way to proceed. If you need to ask her to step off the board, do so in the nicest way possible, including honoring her for what she’s done for the organization to date. In reply to Stacy.

Nonprofits 75

Nonprofits 75

Amy Eisenstein

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Shouldn’t at least one Board Member speak fluent English? I have owned and lived for 30 years in a small condo and currently Board Members do not speak English. How can a person communicate with these people. I have sued them twice in the past (different Board) and won in Court. Maybe few words.

Activism 75

Activism Nonprofits Communication 75

Amy Eisenstein

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The board needs to vote to approve bylaws. In reply to Jessie Maurer.

Nonprofits 98

Nonprofits 98

Nonprofit Fixer

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Have you ever wondered how to find and hire an interim executive director for your nonprofit? In the nonprofit sector, we don't talk much about interim executive directors. You've been a nonprofit leader for decades, including serving as an executive director for New York’s LGBTQ Community Center for 22 years.

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Leadership Public and Nonprofit Management Insurance Management 111

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

If you haven’t already, we hope you’ll check out this free library of resources that are designed to help nonprofit professionals establish and champion diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity (DEAI) initiatives within their organizations. You can reach our team at dei@bloomerang.co.

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Recruitment Nonprofits Fundraising Fundraising 75

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Finding that perfect balance of power and productivity is one of the most common challenges that nonprofit leaders face. . The board governance model is one of four primary nonprofit governance models. The Board’s Top 5 Responsibilities For Executive Director Management: 1. Compass Point 2019 Nonprofit Study).

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Management Nonprofit governance and management Governance Leadership 90

Clairification

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

And then the hurricanes, fires, floods and earthquakes killing people. What can your nonprofit organization do to offer a remedy? Maya Angelou says “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. The list, unfortunately, goes inexorably on. You can help.

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Energy Philanthropy Nonprofits Nonprofit Organizations 115

Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Fundraising in a small nonprofit can be tough. Since today is Halloween, let’s look at the top 10 scary things about fundraising in a small nonprofit, especially when you’re the one in charge. It can be really nerve wracking to stand up in front of a group of people and explain what your nonprofit does. Fire a volunteer.

Public and Nonprofit Management 105

Public and Nonprofit Management Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 105

Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

The contribution that Black Fundraising Professionals make to the nonprofit sector is and has been immense; but too often overlooked. Why Do Nonprofits Struggle with Diversity? 4 Ways Education Nonprofits Can Fundraise More Equitably – Kenneth Woods. How to Build a Strong Nonprofit Board – Sabrina Walker Hernandez.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 30, 2021

We knew when we showed up on day one as the new Chief Development Officer at your impactful nonprofit, leadership would be behind us. After all, y’all said so in the three interviews we had with the staff, Executive Director, and the Board of Directors. I had been fired a few times but being let go wasn’t the worst part.

Nonprofit Leadership 138

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Fundraising Fundraising 138

Bloomerang

JUNE 15, 2021

I doubt these same nonprofit CEOs and/or board members would brazenly walk into an operating room and try their hands at surgery. . swapping out the plain English for cold, sterile nonprofit business jargon terms like “food insecurity.” . 5 Tips to Overcome Meddling Nonprofit Management & Boards . #1:

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Nonprofit Management Management Non-Profits Recruitment 123

Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on when it makes sense to celebrate a nonprofit anniversary: Dear Charity Clairity, We have a 75 th anniversary coming up, and I really think we should do something to celebrate this milestone. But, I can’t get the board to really support this with much enthusiasm.

Food 93

Food Poverty Homelessness Education 93

NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

An effective nonprofit blog is an indispensable marketing tool. This guide will explore best practices for creating a blogging and content strategy that drives audience engagement, encourages donations, and makes readers feel like part of your nonprofit’s community. Align content to your target audience’s interests.

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Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofits Activism 36

NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Last week’s Nonprofit Leadership Conference theme — Called to Action — is something I’ve been thinking about a lot. The passion, dedication, purpose, and tenacity of nonprofit professionals and organizations have been essential in driving positive change. READ NEXT: 3 Ways Nonprofit Professionals Can Beat Burnout. So, what now?

Leadership 52

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Nonprofits 52

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dive in as our experts share their top tips and secrets that have consistently won the day in the nonprofit world. How to Audit Your Strategic Plan to Prepare for Annual Planning Nonprofit Mastermind Podcast Your strategic plan is your guiding star, helping you determine where to channel your energy, time, and resources.

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Fundraising Fundraising Culture Leadership 87

Lets Talk Nonprofit

OCTOBER 5, 2022

no "one-size-fits-all" answer for what a board should look like, in terms of size or demographics. However, there are some fundamental responsibilities that are shared by all nonprofit boards. Simone Joyaux, ACFRE is a nonprofit fund development and governance guru. The "board" is a collective.

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Nonprofit governance and management Ethics Public and Nonprofit Management Governance 52

Blue Avocado

MARCH 5, 2024

Stepping away is part of the nonprofit circle of life. But for those toiling away in young nonprofits, it is often grueling and sometimes even cruel. And after all the difficulties of starting a nonprofit, the end of the beginning rarely goes well. So how can you avoid this fate? Not all survive.

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Children Nonprofits Finance Leadership 84

Nonprofit Fixer

JANUARY 31, 2024

Mistakes as an Executive Director One of the things I am most passionate about in this world is nonprofit leadership development. I have served as an executive director five times and believe that the nonprofit sector is largely not doing a great job of training and preparing people to lead charitable organizations.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Ready to wrap up the week with the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have some ideas for Valentine’s Day, learning better online, how to reach younger donors, when to fire board members and more. Christal M.

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Communication Ethics Nonprofits Marketing 64

Bloomerang

JUNE 15, 2022

Fundraising Fails & How to Survive Them. In the end everyone lived, no one got fired, and we learned a lot. . Creating The Perfect Union Between Business And Your Nonprofit. Her website is loaded with blogs, books, and free YouTube videos on how to raise more from your business community. .

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

APRIL 22, 2022

We’re going to end the week with the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have TikTok news, other social media research, toxic board members, and 4-day workweeks. Bad board member? How Often Should You Post on Social Media.

Communication 56

Communication Psychology Production Law 56

Bloomerang

AUGUST 11, 2023

Today’s question comes from a director of development who wants advice on how to quickly and efficiently find the best major gift and planned giving prospects: Dear Charity Clairity, We recently purchased donor analytics and now have a database overlay indicating who has major gift and planned gift likelihood. That’s great news.

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Nonprofit Administration and Development Organizational Change Associations Management 63

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Welcome back to the Modern Nonprofit Podcast at The Charity CFO. Whether you are a consistent listener or joining for your first time, the podcast dives deep into the world of nonprofits, and sometimes for profit spaces to share industry specific principles, unique business practices, and much more. Based out of St.

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Recruitment Nonprofits Healthcare Management 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JULY 6, 2023

The task force included representatives from nonprofits, the business community, academia, and government, including city hall. While everyone agreed they needed to act urgently, perspectives on what the problem was exactly and how to solve it varied widely.

Collaborations 84

Collaborations Homelessness Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management 84

Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . Bigger than far too many development officers (or their bosses and boards) think. A Nonprofit’s Culture of Philanthropy: Who’s Job is it? . You’re part of the problem. Why is that? You choose.

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Fundraising Coach

DECEMBER 2, 2014

She is particularly good at working with boards and governance, so I asked her to write a piece in relation to her new book, Firing Lousy Board Members: And Helping the Others Succeed. And, Simone is giving a webinar for The Nonprofit Academy on December 9. Are you frustrated with some of your board members?

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Governance Recruitment Leadership Fundraising 97

Candid

MAY 24, 2023

This is just a moment to celebrate and spotlight the power of nonprofit leadership and to offer what is quite a compelling argument for innovation. He was reminded how profoundly his community needed him, especially during the pandemic. Not to mention, thought partnership allows a nonprofit CEO a space to dream bigger.

Leadership 105

Leadership Technology Construction Nonprofit Leadership 105

Candid

MAY 24, 2023

This is just a moment to celebrate and spotlight the power of nonprofit leadership and to offer what is quite a compelling argument for innovation. He was reminded how profoundly his community needed him, especially during the pandemic. Not to mention, thought partnership allows a nonprofit CEO a space to dream bigger.

Leadership 105

Leadership Technology Construction Nonprofit Leadership 105

Nonprofit Fixer

JANUARY 25, 2024

It can be lonely and isolating to be a nonprofit executive director. Being a leader of any kind may sound sexy (or scary), but anyone who has been a leader understands the isolation, the ups and downs, and how lonely it can be. The expression “It’s lonely at the top” is based on some truth. Read on to learn more!

Nonprofit Leadership 52

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Nonprofits Poverty 52

NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 20, 2023

How many of those 29 leaders expect their foundations to begin acting on the “extremely urgent” crisis? Image Credit: Rod Long on unsplash.com A recent report on climate justice funding finds that many foundation leaders are of two minds when it comes to the climate crisis—the crisis is “urgent” yet easily put off for another day.

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Philanthropy Public and Social Policy Foundations Universities 105