Without traffic to your website, it will be difficult for your NFP to raise money. If donors don’t see what you have to offer, then they won’t realise that their donations will be helping themselves as much as others. People want to give to charities, particularly to those causes which resonate deep within. But unless […]
If your nonprofit relies on face to face meetings for all of its training sessions, webinars and discussions, then you may want to consider adding virtual meetings to the mix. Virtual meetings are particularly efficient if some of your team live out of state or have a long commute, and trying to get everyone in […]
As a nonprofit, should you be concerned about your branding? The answer, in a nutshell, is yes. And while there are indeed some similarities between developing your brand and marketing a nonprofit, there are also many differences. Let’s break it down a little. Similarities in branding First and foremost, your branding should reflect the professional […]
All NFPS want to know that the training of their volunteers is both effective and practical. Many volunteers such as volunteer treasurers and administrators are holding down positions with a large amount of responsibility. It is up to the NFP to ensure that full training is carried out so the volunteers can fulfil these positions successfully. Training […]
Are you considering the option to expand your NFP? If so, it is an exciting time for any business whether you are a for-profit or non-profit organisation. Expansion generally comes with the realisation that your business is doing well. However, in order to do better, some internal changes have to be made. Growth is a […]
As many nonprofits understand, cash can often be hard to come by. If it is your intention to plan a fundraiser, you may be constrained by tight budgets and guidelines. Despite the lack of cash flow, your nonprofit can still manage to create a successful fundraising event by following these tips. Brainstorm ideas Many great […]
Collaborative efforts and teamwork can often create better resolutions than if a person was working solo on a project. It is a clear case of two brains (or even more) work better than one, and a collaborative environment can rival even the greatest of your competitors. “It takes two flints to make a fire.” - […]
All staff require and deserve some form of training particularly if they have never worked in a nonprofit environment before. Training should be offered upon hiring and further training provided, depending on the particular role your volunteers take. Qualified staff and volunteers who are up to date with their training and the knowledge of the […]
Grants are an important topic for those in the nonprofit world, and it is necessary that charities and NFPs stay up to date with what is going on in the industry. Despite the fact that over $25 billion in grants is given out each year (approximately 20% of the state and federal expenditure), there is […]
It does not matter what role you are in, continuous training is always a good thing. Even senior managers and leaders should be looking to build on and develop their skills to reach higher levels of achievement. While you may think you know everything there is to do with your job, there is always further […]