If your nonprofit is using technology to solve social challenges and create positive change, then you might wish to consider applying for Google’s third annual Impact Challenge. A total of $5.5 million in grants is on the table to be shared among the NFPs and social enterprises who submit winning entries. Prior winners of the […]
There are nearly 4 billion searches conducted on the Internet every single day. In 95% of those searches, most of us click only the links that appear on the first page of Google’s search results. Almost a third click solely on the first link on the first result page. That’s why it’s so important for […]
Are you struggling to find enough qualified candidates to fill your NFP’s open volunteer positions? If you are having difficulty recruiting all the staff that you need, it might be because you’ve been looking in the wrong places! If you need some good ideas about where to look, check out the following list of the […]
Getting enough talented, skilled people to help your NFP accomplish its objectives is a more complicated process than simply posting a notice that you’re accepting applicants. The following five recruiting tips can help your nonprofit create a sustainable volunteer program that matches the best people to the right volunteer opportunities. Audit Your Current Volunteer Program […]
If a supporter wants to donate to your nonprofit, are they able to do so easily? Can they use their preferred payment method when they do so? Is Your NFP Ready for the Coming Cashless Society? If your answer is “no” and your NFP doesn’t have plans to adopt newer payment methods, your board might […]
Nonprofits are typically created to address one or more troubling issues in a society, and most engage in activities to create a positive impact in their community. Regardless of the specific problems that they seek to solve, and the dedication that they display towards their work, resources are not limitless. Nonprofits must strive to use […]
When making decisions, who do you trust to give you the best, unbiased advice? Can you really rely on the information contained in a paid ad, or endorsements made by celebrities, politicians, various pundits and other talking heads? If you are like most of us, when you need a recommendation you turn to people that […]
There are many reasons why individuals volunteer. Some of us do so to give back to society while others enjoy the opportunities that volunteering offers to develop new skills and meet new people from different backgrounds. No matter how caring and altruistic your team may be, they will still need to be encouraged from time […]
The more organised your workspace is, the more practical it will be for you and your team to work together efficiently and effectively. Taking steps to make it easier to find the tools that you need to get the job done, while also eliminating clutter, not only speeds things up, but it also reduces your […]
As the volunteer treasurer of a club, association or other nonprofit, it is likely that you are already aware of the need to create and put into place an effective, organised system that makes it easy to keep up with your NFP’s transactions and other financial activities. You may not have invested as much time […]