According to the 2017 Governance and Performance Study, less than half of the nonprofits surveyed say that they monitor their NFP’s culture very well. Does your nonprofit’s board and executive director understand the importance of organisational culture to your mission? Understanding Culture Culture can be hard to define in practice, but at its heart, your […]
There’s a dangerous trend occurring in the nonprofit sector these days, and that’s the tendency to equate fundraising with marketing your organisation. That’s not to say, however, that there’s isn’t a relationship between the two. Marketing vs. Branding vs. Fundraising In fact, one of the key objectives of marketing is to establish your nonprofit’s reputation […]
For the most part, millennials are given a lot of grief about their behaviour by other generations, with many declaring them coddled, arrogant and self-entitled. With a reputation such as this, it shouldn’t be so surprising that many believe this is a generation that simply doesn’t want to give. Fortunately for nonprofits, this opinion is […]
Measuring and analysing your Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) offers your nonprofit valuable insight into how efficiently, and effectively, your organisation is operating. This data serves as a guidepost, as it literally points the way to potential problem areas, so that you know where a change in approach or technique might help you realise a significant […]
Associations, service-oriented charities, advocacy groups and sports clubs are types of nonprofits that raise money for their mission through membership fees and dues in exchange for benefits and other perks. Offering your members outstanding service and excellent value is one way to attract subscribers. Use the following three tips to increase your member’s loyalty and […]
Financial statements report on your nonprofit’s financial status. They provide a “snapshot” of your organisation’s financial health for a specific time period. Ideally, the financial statements that you produce for your nonprofit will make it easier for your board and other stakeholders to make wiser, more informed, decisions. The following information can help you have a […]
Membership programs have become a popular way for some service-oriented charities, clubs and associations to raise funds for their nonprofit group. The members of the group receive benefits and perks, such as exclusive access to special facilities or even information in exchange for paying dues or other membership fees. To attract and retain supporters, nonprofits […]
Despite the increased focus on online giving, physical, real-world events are a fun, exciting way to spread awareness about your nonprofit’s mission! They remain a significant source of fundraising revenues, especially for smaller nonprofits. Live events such as benefit concerts, charity walks, auctions, bake sales and more can be held on both a large and […]
Government grants and endowments from institutional sources offer significant funding opportunities for nonprofits. Securing these types of awards typically requires NFPs to write and submit formal proposals. Use the following tips to improve proposal writing by your nonprofit. Start Early It takes some time to write a great proposal. Typically, applicants must gather data and […]
No one likes to feel as though they are going into a situation blind. A well-written job description helps organisations set the right expectations for would be volunteer treasurers. It lets applicants know about the specific duties and responsibilities associated with the role and makes them aware of how the treasurer contributes to the nonprofit’s […]