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The Bridgespan Group, supported by The Rockefeller Foundation, recently completed an exciting research study. The results identified “six elements common to nonprofits with a...

Nonprofit Boards –Oversight Needs Tightening

Clearly the purpose of a nonprofit board is to serve the constituency that establishes it—be it community, industry, governmental unit and the like. That...

Are You Looking for Those Who are Giving Back?

Devaney Rae

As a leader, are you looking for those around you who are giving back? In this context, Giving Back simply refers to the many among...

Different Strokes For Nonprofit Board Folks

Over decades of service on nonprofit boards, I have interfaced with board colleagues who possess a variety of performance styles and behaviors. Certain of...

Every Big Endeavor Takes a Village if not an Army of People

Joanne Victoria

The story is real and the tips are a gift. Use them wisely and to the benefit of you and others. Once upon a time,...

Nonprofit Boards – Supporting Management & Staff Without Micromanaging

The dilemma is common to nonprofit organizations. As start-ups, everyone aspires to do everything. Passion for the mission and determination to “get it right”...

Time to Stop Labeling & Start Engaging?

Andy Vargo

In a world of causes and labels, it can seem fitting that we need to jump on a cause and make sure we lead...

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