Maybe in some mythic past it was possible to think first about strategic impact goals, and then about how to raise the money. But today we know better: you can't talk about what you're going to do without talking about how to get the money.| Blue Avocado
A survey of 906 nonprofit finance professionals reveals some surprises about these crucial-but-often-overlooked staff.| Blue Avocado
A guide to effectively manage volunteers, from recruiting to appreciation. Keep volunteers engaged and your organization thriving.| Blue Avocado
Attorney Gene Takagi and Emily Nicole Chan discuss whether nonprofit boards can vote by both mail and email.| Blue Avocado
Here is a wonderful, succinct guide that provides help for the 600,000 + treasurers of all-volunteer organizations (AVOs).| Blue Avocado
There is an abundance of advice for nonprofit boards and EDs that speaks to the advantages of "partnership" and "open communications." But sometimes that advice just doesn't feel like enough.| Blue Avocado
Interview with Norma Mtume, former Black Panther and co-founder of SHIELDS for Families in Los Angeles.| Blue Avocado
Good communication about common objectives can prevent dissatisfaction and go a long way toward preventing board member resignations.| Blue Avocado
Effective donor engagement strategies: Consider and articulate how supporting the mission benefits your donors too.| Blue Avocado
Measuring the dual bottom lines of sustainability and impact can help you determine if the time has come for your nonprofit to conclude your mission — or pivot to a new one.| Blue Avocado
Many nonprofits overlook the opportunity to partner with existing organizations in favor of creating their own programs and solutions.| Blue Avocado
Beyond helping nonprofit leaders understand the business model, the Matrix Map can help you strengthen it.| Blue Avocado
Starting a nonprofit and want tips from industry leaders? This is a collection of the best tips and advice for both large and small nonprofit organizations.| Blue Avocado
Getting feedback from those that you serve — and not assuming you know what they need — can help your nonprofit serve your community.| Blue Avocado
Strategic philanthropists, big bettors, and effective altruists all lionize the ability to measure problem-solving strategies. But what exactly do they think they are observing when they diagnose a problem? What gives them the confidence to pursue the root cause they think they see? Why privilege one strategy when there are many others at hand?| Blue Avocado
Adopting collective leadership can help your nonprofit create a more inclusive, efficient, and flexible organizational structure.| Blue Avocado
Checks and balances can be difficult when your nonprofit isn't big. Discover five internal controls for the very small nonprofit.| Blue Avocado
