Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 14, 2025

By Hayley Roffey For some organizations, co-leadership starts from the top down. We had seen inspirational examples of co-leadership in partner grassroots organizations worldwide. But GFC had already benefitted from co-leadership at regional levels, as well as on our board, with co-chairs.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The CNP credential gave me the tools I needed to run programs, manage grants, and navigate the complexities of nonprofit leadership. The CNP program helped me build a strong foundation in nonprofit management and leadership, she said. She also valued the opportunity to connect with other nonprofit professionals.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Ilahuka One of the latest trends in the development world is leadership localization, a term that describes a usually Western funders effort to shift power to usually non-Western local communities, and thus create a more meaningful presence in the countries where their grantees implement programs. By Sylvia K.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 10, 2024

During 2024, nonprofit professionals turned to the Nonprofit Leadership Center for resources and support to strengthen their organizations and communities. Nonprofit Leadership Center Key Partner Sulzer, Inc. But what is positive leadership and why should you focus on it?

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 25, 2025

Is Your Leadership Holding Back Your Nonprofit? Its leadership. Strong Leadership is Principle #1for a Reason At The Charity CFO, weve analyzed hundreds of nonprofits and found one undeniable truth: strong leadership is the common denominator in every successful organization. Its a leadership issue.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 22, 2024

This brings complex challenges that require both innovative solutions and exceptional leadership from all levels. Leadership Excellence Military training is synonymous with leadership development. Manager Global Operations, USANA Foundation Stephen Cook is an operations professional with over 20 years of experience.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

JANUARY 13, 2025

By Sandhya Nakhasi , Jennifer Swayne Njuguna & Jess Yupanqui Feingold This week, SSIR is publishing a miniseries on co-leadership. Is co-leadership having a moment? Single leadership is still the default norm, or at least the devil we know. Weve learned that the move to co-leadership need not, at this stage, be ubiquitous.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

JANUARY 26, 2024

The Nonprofit Leadership Center is pleased to welcome four new board members to our dynamic board of directors : Lisa L. Since its inception more than 20 years ago, the Nonprofit Leadership Center has been the Tampa Bay region's leader for strengthening the capacity of our local nonprofit leaders and organizations. Brody, Esq.,

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MAY 18, 2023

Today, the Nonprofit Leadership Center’s (NLC) board of directors announced that Charles (Charlie) D. Having been part of eight CEO selection processes at the Nonprofit Leadership Center, I can say with confidence that this was the best and most talented candidate pool we have ever seen. Building communities is the heart of what we do.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Today, the Nonprofit Leadership Center is thrilled to announce that Erin McKenney, Esq., The Nonprofit Leadership Center recognizes the impact of nonprofits and provides resources and leadership training to help nonprofit leaders succeed. Erin McKenney, Esq., Erin McKenney, Esq. Meet Our Board The post Erin McKenney, Esq.,

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 20, 2023

Naturally, they are promoted into a management role. There’s just one problem, they’ve never managed others or received formal management or leadership training to prepare them for this new opportunity. In fact, it’s one of the most significant challenges new managers and nonprofit leaders tell us about.

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 29, 2025

Grantees also said the contributions improved leaders perceptions of their own capacities, with 78 percent of leaders saying the grants somewhat or significantly increased their own confidence in their leadership (33). Funding from such grants gives you a stamp of approval, said Stern. The work that we do can be draining.It

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Get nonprofit tips and tools delivered right to your inbox by joining The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Newsletter. The Nonprofit Leadership Alliances Elevate Conference is your opportunity to milesnla 2024-11-20T10:23:15-06:00 Carly St. Did you enjoy this story? The world is changing, and the social sector must lead the charge.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 7, 2025

At a time of a leadership transition, planned or unplanned, more and more organizations are using interim leaders (aka interims) to help the board address organizational challenges, large and small, that may have existed during the tenure of the previous leader. Independence and objectivity were essential.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 29, 2025

Build a Strong Leadership Team with Financial and Operational Accountability Behind every financially sound nonprofit is a leadership team that doesnt just care about the missionbut also owns the outcomes. Why Leadership Teams Matter More Than Ever Over the last decade, our team at The Charity CFO has worked with 200+ nonprofits.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

JULY 24, 2023

This week, eight learning-focused leaders graduated with their Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Tampa, all while balancing full-time work. The program culminated on July 24, 2023, with students presenting comprehensive nonprofit plans to a panel of senior leaders (as shown below). Executive Director, James B.

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Joan Garry

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This reflects poorly on your leadership. So let's discuss time management. The post Master Nonprofit Time Management in 90 Minutes appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting. If you see your "busyness" as a badge of honor, it's time for some truth telling.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Impact measurement, or impact measurement and management (IMM), is a new focus area in the nonprofit community. The Benefits of Impact Measurement & Management IMM benefits both your organization and the stakeholders who support your work. However, the principles behind it have been around forever. Now all you need is data.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

While some skills are innate, many nonprofit management skills can be taught. Before diving into vital nonprofit management skills, let’s explore how developing these skills enhances careers and strengthens the sector as a whole. Nonprofit Management Skill #3: Public Speaking An astounding 75% of people fear public speaking.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Although a growing body of research shows that inexperienced and unprepared first-time managers can be costly for organizations, many individual contributors continue to be promoted into management roles without the proper training, mentoring and support. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce the fall 2024 Certificate in Leadership class.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

I cant think of a term more widely used in the professional world than leadership. Throughout my life, from teenage years to now, my career has been filled with leadership training programs: Teen leadership, student leadership, emerging leadership, and executive leadership. Its an idyllic view of leadership.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

And while I wasn’t so naïve to think that the title didn’t come with assumed and real power, it certainly wasn’t my vision of leadership. In the past, we could not inform our staff of certain things until we had the go-ahead from upper management. I too had that kind of boss (more than once). We all have. About the Author: Christy S.

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Affnetz

APRIL 16, 2024

Corporate Sponsorships for Nonprofits | A Guide to Grow Nonprofits/ By Bala Guntipalli Introduction to Nonprofit Board Management Software: Technology has become an integral part of our lives, changing the way we do business and manage organizations. Making board management easier will only benefit a nonprofit in the long term.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 12, 2025

Leadership has been a prominent topic in the nonprofit community, so its surprising there has not been more discussion about leadership applied to volunteerism. For example, a YMCA manager might serve on the board of a girls science program, or a museum staffer might serve on the board of a community theater.

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Joan Garry

MARCH 27, 2024

The post Fire Your Meetings, Refuel Your Leadership appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting. Here is one tool that can powerfully change your calendar and create meaningful space for you to reclaim power to refuel your mojo.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

DECEMBER 16, 2024

After searching online for a place to learn from and connect with nonprofit leaders, Yasmeen found the Nonprofit Leadership Center (NLC). She immediately bought a ticket to the Nonprofit Leadership Conference and said that was when her nonprofit career took off. That is not the case with the Nonprofit Leadership Center.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 28, 2023

Performing well as a sole contributor doesn’t necessarily predict great performance as a manager. Here's how organizations can build these managers’ capacity to lead so they can transition responsibility to their direct reports and free themselves up for more critical tasks.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

We had board and staff strategic planning task forces, both with the goals to develop strong, high functioning teams and elevate leaders and the organization’s leadership capacity. We often started our working sessions with leadership and teaming exercises and discussions, and we then put those learnings into practice throughout the process.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s Elevate Conference is your opportunity to come together, spark new ideas, and cultivate the connected communities needed to drive meaningful change. Using data management to enhance decision-making and operations. 2025 is the year your nonprofit organization needs to take its future seriously.

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Affnetz

MAY 21, 2024

Camp Management Software | How to Run a Successful Camp / By Bala Guntipalli Introduction: In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive into the world of summer STEAM camps, exploring the benefits, planning strategies, and the role of camp management software in ensuring a successful and memorable experience for both campers and organizers.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 22, 2025

The truth is, many successful nonprofits empower leaders to manage their own department budgets. In this article, well explore why financial management is a shared responsibility and how nonprofits can use this strategy to drive their missions forward. Solutions : Frame shared financial management as a way to advance the mission.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 18, 2025

A proactive approach to reputation management helps safeguard trust and ensure long-term credibility. Manage Social Media Responsibly Social media can amplify your missionor jeopardize your reputation. A proactive approach to policy evaluation demonstrates your commitment to ethical leadership and operational excellence.

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Joan Garry

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The post Why Empathy is the Key to Outstanding Leadership in Nonprofit Organizations appeared first on Joan Garry Consulting. The key to having super high impact without burning out? Beth Kanter and I explain.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 19, 2023

Managers know that listening is a critical part of leading high-performing teams. Many managers experience the perplexing and frustrating reality that listening goals are clear, but achieving them is complicated. They recognize that it’s the key to unlocking effective communication and ensuring organizational success.

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Bloomerang

MAY 5, 2025

Why internal structure impacts external success From database management to team communication, internal systems influence the donor experience at every interaction. This is where developing organizational management internally can make your team stronger by focusing effort on a shared vision.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

DECEMBER 4, 2024

AI can help your team with many aspects of fundraising and management —as long as you leverage it strategically. Sector-specific fundraising needs informed by unique data, such as managing alumni giving at universities or grateful patient programs for healthcare organizations. Did you enjoy this story?

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Ann Green

MARCH 10, 2025

Use a learning management system. Its easy to assume that only corporations and large nonprofits operating in multiple locations need a learning management system (LMS) to help train and onboard employees. For example, during the first week of onboarding, managers could meet with new hires for 15 minutes every day to answer questions.

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