This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. How can you tell if your fundraising practices are effective? For many nonprofits, it’s a surprisingly difficult question to answer. A new tool created by BoardSource, the Association of Fundraising…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Silicon Valley has very few executives that have a LatinX background, and today’s Breaking Into Startups Episode features a young Dominican from the Bronx named Ysiad Ferreiras that survived gang violence, became an engineer, and is…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. During his first 100 days in office, President Trump and his administration have taken a sweeping set of actions on immigration, ranging from imposing a travel ban to cutting refugee…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. While strategic planning should be shaped to fit the needs of your organization and its board, there are still a few basic elements that all planning processes should address. Learn…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Good governance should be celebrated. It represents a significant achievement, one to recognize and reward. The gratification of contributing to a productive board that enables an organization to advance its…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Is there a sweet spot when it comes to board size? Yes, there very likely is, but it differs for each board. One size does not fit all. The board…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The number one responsibility of any board—for-profit or nonprofit—is management of the senior executive. Dozens of governance books drive this point home. Yet, when we talk with nonprofit leaders, it’s…
Expanding government is frequently seen as good for those in need. Limiting government is often portrayed as hurting them. The reality is that, in many cases, government policy can make it more…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Having your nonprofit data in one, easy-to-access place is essential for any organization trying to prove their impact. Being able to access this data, report on it, and distribute it…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The nation’s unemployment rate has turned stagnant, and it is unclear how to best address it. Traditional fiscal and monetary policies enacted by the government are not working as expected.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Donors are essential to nonprofit operations. They supply the funds organizations need to deliver on their mission and help their community. While they are important, some nonprofit organizations struggle when…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A strong national defense depends on a well-supported military. Members of the armed services and their families are the most important resource the U.S. has in terms of national defense.…