Employee Turnover: 4 ways to stop it
Employee turnover is a long-standing problem within the nonprofit world. Many employees go into this work because of a love for the cause or mission but are deterred from continuing in the nonprofit sector when the…
Board of Directors: What they do and their responsibilities
Have you ever wondered what the board of directors for a nonprofit is supposed to be doing? What are their roles and responsibilities? How do I know if my board is functioning properly? The first step to having a…
6 Free and Amazing Resources for Nonprofits
Nonprofit organizations function differently than a normal business, most of the time with limited funds and trying to get the most out of every dollar. The good news is that there are so many free resources out there…
Nonprofits: 3 Different types and examples
When starting a nonprofit, you need to do your research. More specifically, you should find out what types of organizations there are, how they operate, market themselves, and of course their area of focus. There are so…
Nonprofit About Page: 6 Critical Items it Needs to Have
About Pages can either be in a website’s top-visited pages or the last page to be visited. People who visit your nonprofit’s About Page are generally genuinely interested in your organization and want to learn more…
5 Simple Website Strategies for Your Nonprofit
Having a strong website design is important in getting viewers to stay on your site, but putting them in the frame of mind of either needing your nonprofit’s service or donating to your nonprofit. Let’s start with the…
5 Tips to Leverage Facebook to Your Nonprofits Advantage
Facebook is one of the most powerful tools for your nonprofit. It has the ability to reach the masses, bring in donations, market programs, and other tools. However, very few nonprofits actually use it to its full…
Newsletters: How-to create one and their benefits
Sending an email newsletter can seem like a chore sometimes. Coming up with content can sometimes feel like a neverending to-do list. The questions of what purpose does it serve, and the even bigger question of who even…
Testimonials and Stories for your Nonprofit
It is incredible the power a story can hold for your audience. Testimonials and stories can be used for your nonprofits website, fundraisers, campaigns, and marketing purposes. Collecting strong and inspirational…
How To Run an Effective Nonprofit Board meeting
Planning board meetings well before your scheduled meeting is key to a properly functioning, well run nonprofit organization. Board meetings are one of those things that shouldn’t sneak up on you or your board members…
5 Fun and Rewarding Holiday Programs for your Nonprofit
Programs are vital to a nonprofit’s success. However, as a nonprofit, the season of giving is an opportunity to hold unique seasonal programs with great rewards! This a time when many people are looking to help out…
6 Creative Ways to get Donations During a Pandemic
For many nonprofits, the Coronavirus pandemic has led to a lack of donors, sponsors, and all-around support for their nonprofit. However, others, have continued to find success. Here are X things you can do to continue…
Hiring Successful Nonprofit Employees: 4 things to look for
When you begin hiring people for your nonprofit, it is vital that they not only have a certain skill set but certain fundamental qualities as well. After all, working for a nonprofit is much different than working in…
3 Important Marketing Platforms Every Nonprofit Needs
Marketing is unique when it comes to nonprofits. Not only do you need to market to potential donors and sponsors, but you also need to market for community engagement, volunteers, and most importantly the people you…
3 Important Questions Your Nonprofit Should be Able to Answer
There are 3 important questions your nonprofit should be able to answer. As your nonprofit grows, whether it be fast or slow, there are going to be a number of things that the community, or communities, you are helping…
Community Engagement: 5 successful ways to effectively receive engagement
A nonprofit cannot reach its full potential unless they have the support and engagement from their community. Better yet, county or even state. There are a variety of reasons for this, the main one being is that it will…
A Guide to Nonprofit Programs: 3 effective ways to build one
A nonprofit is often created because there was an idea. That idea will most likely become your first program. However, as you incorporate and become official and start getting off the ground, you will most likely need…
4 Mistakes Nonprofits Make in the Beginning
You’ve incorporated your nonprofit, received your 501(c)3 status and are ready to start helping people! Well, take a step back a moment. Just because you have the items that make you official doesn’t mean you are ready.
Best Ways to Start Getting Donations
When you’re just starting out and getting your nonprofit off the ground, the best source to get your first donations is from family and friends. One of the best ways is to use your nonprofits Facebook and create a…
Getting Your Nonprofit Off The Ground
In case you didn’t read it, go back and read our article on How To Start a Nonprofit. You may be tempted prematurely to start marketing and gaining followers and donors for your cause. However, they will most likely be…
Starting a Non-Profit!
Congratulations! You have decided to start a non-profit. You are probably wondering what the steps are. Don’t worry, we got you covered! Below are the basic steps to starting a non-profit:
Is a Non-Profit Right For You?
2020 has been filled with events from every angle. Millions have lost jobs and are in need of help due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students (K-12) do not have the necessary equipment to do school remotely, and political…