The relationship between a non-profit's board and staff often resembles an intricate dance—one where both partners must move in harmony while maintaining appropriate distance and respecting distinct roles. When executed well, this dance creates organizational magic. When mismanaged, it leads to dysfunction that can derail even the most promising missions. Despite its critical importance, the
When donors visit your organization, they're eager to meet program staff, hear client success stories, and perhaps chat with the executive director. Rarely, if ever, do they ask, "Could I speak with your operations team?" Yet this invisible engine—what I call the Machine Beneath the Mission—may be the most undervalued asset in the non-profit sector.
The relationship between donors and non-profits is undergoing a fundamental transformation. For decades, the conventional wisdom has been clear: present polished success stories, minimize challenges, and maintain strict message control. This approach, once standard practice, is increasingly alienating the very supporters organizations hope to attract and retain. Today's donors—particularly millennials and Gen Z, but increasingly
The non-profit sector faces a paradoxical crisis: organizations dedicated to healing societal wounds are themselves suffering from a debilitating condition. Staff burnout has reached epidemic proportions, yet remains largely unaddressed in strategic planning and board discussions. This silence doesn't just hurt employees—it actively undermines the very missions these organizations exist to serve. The statistics tell
In today's philanthropy landscape, non-profits often chase the elusive "big fish" – those high-net-worth donors who can transform an organization with a single check. But this pursuit comes at a cost, one that many organizations fail to recognize until it's too late: the neglect of small donor cultivation. Small donors – those giving anywhere from
In the digital age, social media is a powerful tool for small non-profits seeking to extend their reach and amplify their messages. With limited budgets and resources, these organizations can leverage various platforms to engage with a wider audience, foster community support, and drive their missions forward. Strategic Content Creation The cornerstone of effective social
It’s important to always remember to give back to your community and support worthy causes. As individuals, we do it to support our fellow man and help those who are less fortunate. As for businesses, it can actually help improve your image all while making a huge difference in the world. It’s crucial for businesses,
For some people, giving back to their community and making a difference is a passion and a way of life. Helping out your fellow man and thinking of new ways to raise money for a cause you care about is a fantastic feeling. Of course, these acts are most of the time done out of
Volunteering can have a positive impact on your community but it can also bring about more opportunities when job searching.
The relationship between nonprofit and for-profit businesses is an important one. Partnerships between the two companies have created vast amounts of community service and social good throughout the areas in which they operate. When looking for a business to partner with, you will want to make sure that you are asking the right questions and gathering the right information.
