In previous posts, I’ve talked about how the nonprofit organization I work for, VitalChurch Ministry, has produced a church survey, which we sell to help bring in some additional funds to our organization. We’ve had some people question why, as a nonprofit, we would charge for the online …
Nonprofit Operations Articles and Interviews (category)
Working With Donors on How Their Gifts Are Used at Your Nonprofit
Someone wants to give your nonprofit organization a sizeable donation. That’s great, right? Of course it’s great! But what happens when the donor has a very specific idea of what their gift should be used for, but your organization’s needs lie elsewhere? A while back, I heard of church that was …
Multiple Revenue Streams to Support Your Nonprofit Organization
Fundraising for nonprofits is tough work. Asking for donations, applying for grants, and doing fundraising campaigns is enough to keep a full-time person busy at even the smallest nonprofit. A larger nonprofit can have an entire fundraising department—and even then, it can seem like there’s never …
The Importance of a Board of Directors at a Nonprofit Organization
In this column, we’re going to address the topic of nonprofit boards of directors. The IRS requires that all 501(c)(3) organizations have a board of directors, made up of at least three members who meet at least once a year. Beyond that, there are very few regulations with regard to …
Finding and Cultivating Dedicated Volunteers for Your Nonprofit Organization
Nonprofit organizations often depend on volunteers to help stretch their limited resources. Recruiting dedicated and talented volunteers who can serve as substitutes for one or more full-time employees can mean the difference between thriving and simply surviving as an organization. If you’re a …
Keeping a Pulse on Your Community: Why We Recommend a Regular Church Survey
As you may already know from reading this column, I work with a nonprofit organization that provides support for churches in the United States and abroad. One of our main services is to supply churches with an interim pastor when they don’t have a full-time pastor in place for whatever reason. This …
