Research suggests that a skilled interim executive director (ED) helps nonprofits to emerge stronger, more fiscally sound, and with higher levels of optimism. Learn how an interim ED can lay the groundwork for the next leader's success.
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Financial shortfalls and other circumstances sometimes force nonprofits to dissolve, file for bankruptcy, or merge. Of course, this impacts your programs, clients, and stakeholders. Here are some important questions to consider.
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Today's environment for nonprofits is full of tempting traps that can take the organization off its core mission. Learn about the top ten traps and how to avoid them. (North Carolina Center for Nonprofits)
For many nonprofits, closing down or going out of business is the unthinkable. There may be a crisis or serious warning signs or simply a lack of energy in the organization. Whatever the long-term causes may be, it's time to look at the options (Blue Avocado).
Adapt one of these sample wireless communications device policies from the Nonprofit Risk Management Center for your organization.
You may wish to adapt the website privacy policy from the National Council of Nonprofits for your own nonprofit's website, as well as review the following resources:
Some organizations are reluctant to start the planning process because of vague fears about where it might lead and what it might entail. Defeat the Planning Dreads demystifies common concerns and illuminates the benefits planning can bring.
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Thinking ahead is key to an organization's effectiveness. Answer these key questions around strategic, operational, and evaluation planning to maximize your resources and achieve your organizational goals.
Common Ground is a publication of the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits.
Candid (formerly GrantSpace) outlines the process and steps to create a business plan, which can help a nonprofit organization describe how it intends to implement its mission and achieve its set of goals. Additionally, the National Council for Nonprofits offers administration guides about Business Planning for Nonprofits.
Containing sensitive information such as identification papers and credentials, nonprofits' personnel records should be handled practically, legally, and securely. Read this Common Ground article to learn what should and should not be in included in your personnel records.
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