Posts in 'nonprofits'

Here's what I am observing: ==> Some groups are embarking on new strategic plans because their previous plan has recently expired, or will soon expire. ==> Some nonprofits are revamping their strategic plans—or amending their priorities and strategy—in light of the pandemic, with broad economic and...

You can do both simultaneously. Should you skip the strategy development part, it’s true that your short-term return might be higher. And yes, asking individuals around you and identifying the low-hanging fruit from institutional funding makes sense right now. Do it and graciously thank them for...

I believe that knowing our why is essential to living our dreams. Years ago I grew immensely attracted to the concept of building a legacy as a young emerging leader. What would I be able to create for the world, I asked myself? I found inspiration in organizations, particularly some that had vastly...

With the start of the new school year, Bebashi - Transition to Hope is continuing its work to eliminate food insecurity in Philadelphia. On Friday, September 11, the nonprofit organization celebrated the restart of its food pantry based at Frances E. Willard Elementary School, one of three food...

The question of how to expand your base of financial supporters comes up all the time – whether you’re a small and scrappy startup or a large, well-established organization. Before we examine some of your best options to build a mailing list of verifiably interested supporters, let's take a look at...

Keep your eye on science, history, and data: A. Hewlett Packard was among the many successful business launched during the Great Depression. B. Thomas Edison started GE during the Great Panic of 1893, when overall American business activity dropped 40% for 16 months. C. True, during the Great...

MISSION Story Slam ( https://lnkd.in/eHitmEJ ) is dedicated to telling the stories of people on a mission to make the world a better place. From time to time, they give the people representing nonprofit organizations a voice and general operation support. I was thrilled to see Executive Director...

Before recruiting another board member, ask yourself these three questions: 1. In relation to your organization's strategy, what roles are needed now? 2. What specific skills would strengthen the overall board of directors? 3. Whose voices are missing from your leadership? Are your recruitment...

I love working with mission-focused individuals who aim to bring together as many resources as possible: like carefully assembling a puzzle. My job is helping them to discover the many ways in which new and current revenue streams can be developed and sustained. It’s important to consider the...

The time to plan direct mail production is now, if your organization relies on a significant amount of seasonal revenue late in the year. Place a tickler file note for yourself for your spring mailer. Rinse and repeat right after April 15, 2021. A. Drop Date - 2020 election mail peaks on November 2...