Tag: Strategic Planning
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Legal Ease
How to simplify nonprofit legal compliance Staying in good legal standing as a nonprofit might seem straightforward, yet it poses a Herculean task for small organizations without a dedicated legal team. Here are some practical strategies to help ensure that your nonprofit maintains the trust and confidence of your supporters. Got questions or need a…
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Board Power
finding the keys to unlocking your nonprofit’s potential In a small nonprofit brimming with dedicated employees, you can indeed accomplish wonders. However, compact teams often face the hurdle of limited specialized skills, impacting the organization’s effectiveness and growth potential. Surprisingly, one of the more underutilized resources within your organization might just be your board members.…
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Quality Unleashed
Increase your nonprofit might by mastering metrics Small and mighty nonprofits can accomplish a great deal, yet the struggle cannot be ignored. Passion and purpose drive operational excellence, but with a limited number of hands on deck, it often means there’s less time to dedicate to each task. This can lead to decreased quality, especially…
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Navigating Nonprofit Tech Woes
It’s time to launch a tech audit I get three emails a week from tech gurus, all promising to rescue me from productivity woes with a shiny new app for just $15/month. This marvel, they claim, will outshine my trio of systems in ways unimaginable. Fast-forward through five new subscriptions, and I’m right back where…
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From Bored Member to Board Member
Boost engagement and build a cohesive board Board Members can become bored members if you’re not careful. Enhancing board engagement in the mission is a critical element for a successful organization. Remember, this is a two-way relationship, involving setting clear expectations through detailed role descriptions. These descriptions serve not just as a guide for current…
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Punching Above Your Weight
Strategic Steps for Nonprofit Growth and Resilience We must remember that it’s okay to be small, but sometimes you want to swing like a prize fighter. To make that swing, you need the strength—or in this case, the organizational capacity—to hit the target squarely. An Organizational Audit is an indispensable tool when prepping to punch…