Creating an accurate, achievable, and realistic budget for your nonprofit is incredibly important, as the budget creates the financial backbone of the entire organization. However, with so many ever-changing costs to factor in, plus the sometimes-unpredictable fluctuation of funding, budgeting can feel like a guessing game, and even the tidiest itemized spreadsheet can become an intimidating puzzle. Here are some tips to make the process easier and avoid the pitfalls that often come with creating a complex budget.
Read MoreAs your nonprofit progresses over time, stagnation becomes the enemy. To reach more clients, you’ll need to widen your net in a variety of ways: expand your reach, broaden your plans, and hire more employees. Before you can focus on these facets of your business, however, you’ll want to look closely at scaling up your budget.
Read MoreFor a nonprofit that hasn't filed for 501(c)(3) status, needs guidance and assistance with administrative duties, and way to receive tax deductible donations, fiscal sponsorship could be a great stepping stone and an educational process.
Read MoreThe annual report is the gatekeeper of knowledge. The pdf of public relations. A grant writing must-have. From the American Heart Association all the way down to a tiny nonprofit startup of two people, every nonprofit needs to have an annual report. Not convinced? Keep reading!
Read MoreEvery nonprofit, startup and small business needs a plan. Find here some of the common pitfalls of strategic planning and strategic leadership that we have noticed in our years of nonprofit consulting.
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Building a more meaningful nonprofit board is a critical task for organizations striving to make a lasting impact on their communities and causes. An engaged and effective board can be a driving force behind an organization's success. To help you navigate this journey, here are some recommendations on how to build a more meaningful nonprofit board.