Should Board Members Be Required to Donate?
Is your board of directors required to donate? In this post, I dive into why giving back to your organization is one of the best practices of highly effective nonprofit boards.
Is Your Organization Ready for a Game-Changing Major Gift?
What would a game-changing major gift to your organization make possible? In this blog post, I discuss why every nonprofit should be able to answer this question and how to get the conversation started at your org.
“Nonprofits Are Run Worse Than Corporations…” (and Other Harmful Myths)
You’ve probably heard at least one of these myths about nonprofits before…keep reading as I debunk some of the most common misconceptions about the nonprofit sector.
Mission Creep Can Turn Your Org Into a Circus
Learn how to spot the signs of mission creep and keep your board and staff focused on what’s actually most important to your nonprofit.
Do You Understand Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Is So Important?
Nonprofit organizations MUST engage in work around diversity, equity and inclusion. In this blog post, I talk about why DEI work matters for nonprofits and the people they serve.
Your Monthly Board Meeting is a Waste of Time. Here’s Why.
Let’s talk about monthly board meetings. Do nonprofits really need them? If you ever find yourself feeling like your board is stuck in the weeds, here’s why it’s probably time to update your board meeting schedule.
Joan’s Top 5 Nonprofit Leadership Blog Posts of 2021
The new year is upon us. Check out my top 5 nonprofit leadership blog posts of 2021 to brush up on the fundamentals of nonprofit fundraising, budgeting, board service, and so much more!
6 Ways to Thank Your Nonprofit Board Members
Your nonprofit board members may not be perfect, but they are committed. Here are 6 ways to thank them for all that they do.
What It’s Really Like to Be A Nonprofit Executive Director
Ever wonder what life is really like for nonprofit executive directors? In this blog post, I invite you to explore the world of nonprofit executive directors from their point of view.
Asking for Personal Donations Is Easy
Asking people to donate to your cause doesn’t have to be so terrifying. In fact, it can actually be quite easy…but it may require you to tap into your inner 10 year old.
The 6 Attributes of a Highly Effective Board Chair
Hunting for a great board chair? I nominate Ted Lasso! Keep reading to learn why this character represents the perfect board chair candidate.
An Easy Nonprofit Budget Template (+ How to Use It)
Here’s a practical, easy-to-use nonprofit budget template that will make crunching the numbers with your board easier than ever. Keep reading to access your free download and learn how to make the most of it.