You’ve been on a nonprofit board for a local after-school program for about six months. You care about the mission. You respect the people around the table. But you’re starting to notice a few things that don’t quite sit right. Meetings feel unfocused. Decisions seem rushed or avoided altogether. A lot seems to fall on one person. After years of experience in helping nonprofit boards strengthen governance and board effectiveness, I can tell you that you’re not alone. I’ve see
Learn how nonprofits can adapt grant-writing strategies in a rapidly changing funding landscape. Discover practical reframing techniques, download our free language-shifting tool, and strengthen your funding approach.
If you are in nonprofit leadership and haven't received a Sam.gov renewal scam before, it is probably just a matter of time. We're here to set the record straight and ease your mind when they show up.
Planning a strong year of fundraising? Start by making sure your donor list isn’t working against you. If you’re kicking off January with big goals but a contact list full of duplicates, missing info, or lapsed donors from 2017... it’s time for a cleanup. A cluttered donor database will make it harder to spot the people who are ready to give. A clean list helps you target those ideal donors, leading to more successful campaigns. You gotta make space for the stuff that m
Board service is often the most thankless volunteer role in the organization. It’s easy to forget, especially when the work feels urgent. But when board members feel seen and valued, they lean into the mission.
Executive Directors are burning out — fast. Here’s how your nonprofit board can offer real, meaningful support before it’s too late. Practical tips and heartfelt insight from real EDs.
Welcome to the final installment in our Mastering Your Fundraising Mailer series. If you’ve been with us from the beginning, you’ve already laid the groundwork: Part 1 helped you get clear on goals, timing, and targeting Part 2 showed you how to craft a compelling message and call to action Part 3 walked you through production and mailing like a pro Now your letters are out. The appeal is in mailboxes. Phew! Time to move on to the next project. Wrong. If you want your cam
Struggling with under-performing fundraising mailers? Learn how customizing your message and design work together to capture attention and drive donor action.
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