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Ready for a Media Interview?
Rick Gove shares his expertise on preparing for a media interview
Sample Policy and Process for CEO Evaluation
Organizations can adapt this sample policy and process for the board of director's evaluation of the executive director/CEO.
Theory of Change & Evaluation Planning: Logic Model Workbook
A commonly-used tool, the logic model graphically depicts your program, initiative, project, or even the sum total of all of your organization’s work.
Marketing + Donor-Centered Fundraising = Direct Mail Success!
The craft of direct mail fundraising grew out of what used to be called "direct mail marketing," best known to the general public as "junk mail" because all too often, it advertises goods or services the recipient has absolutely no interest in. Use these tactics to make an impact with your mail.
Evaluation and Measurement of Outcomes
The National Council of Nonprofits has compiled resources and tools for evaluation and measurement of outcomes to help your nonprofit better evaluate your work, measure outcomes and success, and communicate impact.
Empower Your Employees to be Mini-Marketers
Your employees are walking billboards for your organization 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The key to harnessing the positive press is to empower your employees so they’re minimarketers for your organization, whether they realize it or not.
How to Conduct a Chief Executive Performance Assessment in 10 Steps
BoardSource has outlined 10 steps to guide boards and chief executives through the chief executive assessment in a thoughtful, planned, and constructive way.
Executive Evaluation and Compensation
BoardSource has compiled its Recommended Governance Practices for boards to ensure they are setting clear expectations for executive performance and doing their due diligence on executive compensation.
Crisis Communication Plan Nonprofit Toolkit
Sample crisis communication plans that you may adapt for your organization.
Sample Request for Proposal
Sample request for proposal for property and liability risk management and insurance consulting services
Always On The Record: Crisis Communications
Communication is key, especially in a crisis. Read these practical tips from the Nonprofit Risk Management Center (NRMC) on how to present your nonprofit to the media during a crisis.
Economic Impact: A New Approach for Proving Outcomes
Measuring economic impact is an often overlooked way to define, measure, and communicate your nonprofit's value.
A Practical Guide to Integrated Communications
Learn how to create a cohesive integrated communications plan to keep people in the loop about your organization and the amazing things it accomplishes and more.
Core Competencies of Nonprofit Chief Executives
BoardSource's Core Competencies of Nonprofit Chief Executives ensures both the board and CEO understand expectations and the chief executive is properly executing his/her core roles.