For nonprofits looking to launch a texting program, here are six common internal hurdles — and strategies to overcome them.
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Recruiting for Mission Can Help Nonprofits Fill Critical Positions
Recruiting for mission can be a secret weapon for nonprofits because workers want to join organizations that match their values.
Read MoreStrategic Planning Should Cover Staffing Levels and Compensation
Here are a few things to consider when determining if your organization’s human resources situation needs attention in your strategic plan.
Read MoreGranting Grace: The Next Step for Nonprofit Leaders
As leaders, we know being patient and understanding with team members helps improve morale and overall team effectiveness. But it’s equally essential for leaders to give themselves the same kindness and understanding.
Read More5 Tips Development Directors Should Use for Success
Between the Great Resignation and many people reconsidering their career goals, your team members may be re-evaluating their commitment to your workplace. You can solidify priorities today to set you and your team up for a successful 2023, and, importantly, retain your best people.
Read MoreHow Nonprofits Can Create a Flexible Work Environment That Works for Everyone
As nonprofits gear up to hire new staff when fresh 2023 budgets come into effect this January, they’d be wise to think about why a candidate would choose their workplace’s culture over another. Here are a few simple things employers can implement to create a flexible work environment.
Read MoreHow to Strengthen Your Nonprofit’s Cultural Competencies
Nonprofits are staffed by incredibly competent and dedicated people — experts who understand their work backward and forward, whether it be housing the homeless, feeding the hungry, or supporting these programs through effective fundraising and building sustainable solutions to the world’s most challenging problems.
Read MoreHow to Transition Out of Your Fundraising Role
On average, fundraisers are moving from one nonprofit to another every two to three years. This disruption can either be a good transition or a disaster, depending on how you plan for it. Here is some advice on transitioning your caseload to another major gifts officer.
Read MoreSecrets to a Successful Remote or Hybrid Work Program For Nonprofits
As offices reopen, organizations need to decide how remote work will fit into their business strategy. Because remote work carries unique risks and challenges when it comes to tax and compliance issues, adopting a proactive approach can help nonprofits avoid these headaches.
Read MoreOvercome Staffing Challenges by Focusing on Your What and How
Besides fundraising, Nonprofits have other business challenges. Some years, that means accommodating rising expenses while trying to overcome budget shortfalls. This year, according to the 2022 Nonprofit Industry Pulse Survey, many nonprofits named staffing shortages as a top issue — and they’re not alone in this.
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