Risk Management

Although no measures will completely insulate your organization from harassment charges, you can reduce the risk by having a clear anti-harassment policy and an effective internal procedure for investigation and dispute resolution.  Use these steps to protect your organization.

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Nonprofits attract bright, dedicated, and capable staff and volunteers. And many have the “Midas touch” for recruiting dynamic, well-respected, and effective board members. Despite all that resident talent, every organization needs outside help sometimes.  What experts do you need and how do you find them?

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Here are five common mistakes found in employee handbooks and how to remedy them.

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Get guidance on commonly asked questions about insuring volunteers, including what types of claims could be filed against your nonprofit and what coverages are available to protect your organization. (Nonprofit Risk Management Center)

When a nonprofit loses a key person, it causes a waterfall effect for the organization. Fortunately, the possibility of death or disability of a key person is a contingency that can be insured. (Council Services Plus, Inc.)

Looking to develop a risk management program? Risk Management for Nonprofit Organizations outlines five key steps in the risk management process. (Nonprofit Risk Management Center)

These samples create a framework for nonprofits in establishing and building their own confidentiality policies and guidelines for their board, staff, donors, clients, and volunteers. (National Council of Nonprofits)

An organizational fraud policy facilitates the development of controls to help detect and prevent fraud against your organization. It promotes consistent organizational behavior by providing guidelines and assigning responsibility for the development of controls and the conduct of investigations. Customize this sample fraud policy to adopt these practices at your organization.