Resource Library

A thorough crash course on the conversation around attempts to shift the overhead paradigm.

A consultant's podcast on topics in organizational capacity building.

Guide to understanding supervisory role in improving employee performance.

Case studies answering the question: 'What does this organization need its board to be – and do – in order to succeed?

Guide for creating social media goals, staging online campaigns, and measuring outcomes.

Four strategies to increase volunteer engagement, improve retention rates, and maximize the efficacy of volunteer coordinators.

(March 15, 2021 briefing) Get an overview of the latest federal COVID-19 relief plans – including the American Rescue Plan Act – the state budget and major legislation affecting nonprofits, and potential policy solutions that could help nonprofits during the 2021 NC legislative session.

Filled with examples of what to do and what to avoid, the guide seeks to help you select images that will create impactful campaigns, fundraise for your cause, and effectively raise awareness.

Conversations between doing incredible things in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in our community.

(December 9, 2020 keynote presentation) In this keynote, participants will experience an engaging session on what an equitable recovery means. Dr. S. Atyia Martin will provide knowledge and tools to support participants’ role in the ongoing practice of equitably improving the ability of people, communities, and organizations to face the complexities involved.

(December 10, 2020 webinar) In this session, you’ll learn the importance of defining a scope and deliverables; strategies for reaching and maintaining consensus; and using and communicating timelines and tasks. Participants will come away with actionable ideas for improving the effectiveness of collaborative projects and for working better within and across diverse groups.

(December 9, 2020 webinar) There are many actions, some small but all intentional, that when woven together create a strong and sustainable onboarding program. By following each thread, it is possible to engage your returning board members in leadership positions, incorporate micro-trainings, and provide a platform for new members to become successful in your nonprofit. 

(December 9, 2020 webinar) In this session, you’ll explore strategic scenario planning, risk management, and continuity planning as part of your strategic planning process; think through incorporating strategic communications, building out the role of your board, and identifying the right expertise to guide your planning; discuss examples from small organizations with six-figure budgets to those with large multi-million dollar fundraising campaigns; and leave with practical examples and ideas for creating your own strategic planning processes to face the future realistically.

(December 10, 2020 webinar) Using a pre-session assessment, this session will help you learn to read the emotional and interpersonal needs of a situation, navigate outside your comfort zone, and feel empowered to meet the demands of any situation.

(December 10, 2020 keynote) Adrienne Cole will share an introduction to the Raleigh Chamber, her leadership philosophy, lessons learned from Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity initiatives, the impact of the global pandemic, trying new things and moving forward during times of change.