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 …
Nonprofit Operations Articles and Interviews (category)
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 …
Admin Support: The Backbone of Your Nonprofit Organization
As anyone working in the nonprofit sector will tell you, nonprofit employees wear a lot of hats. Your CEO may also be in charge of fundraising. Your program director may also serve as your facilities administrator, or your marketing director may also handle in-office tech support. In small nonprofit …
Should Nonprofits Care about Branding?
For many nonprofits, branding tends to be an afterthought. Maybe it’s because spending time or money on creating a brand feels like a waste of scarce resources, or perhaps it’s because nonprofit leaders simply don’t see it as important. In my opinion, however, good branding is crucial for any …
Overcoming Hiring Challenges at Nonprofit Organizations
Most nonprofit executives will tell you that the number one challenge in staffing their organizations is not having the budget to offer competitive salaries. This can cause problems with recruiting talent, as well as retaining talent. However, with a little creativity, a lot of hiring challenges can …