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The (not) Surprising Hero of EOY Giving (and other stats)
As the year draws to a close, the spirit of generosity really opens up, paving the way for an incredible surge in charitable giving. The statistics speak volumes, revealing a heartwarming trend that underscores the power of compassion and altruism. Since you're...
One tiny tweak to boost EOY Nonprofit Giving
***The following content was adapted from an article originally on Clairification.com. _________________________ What if I told you there’s a teensy little digital upsell that could skyrocket your year-end fundraising results? Would that be of interest? Well...
20 Life Paradoxes for Great Leaders
Sahil Bloom is one of our favorite thinkers and writers in the growth, innovation and leadership space. Last year, he dropped 20 Paradoxes that we've been thinking about for the last 12 months. We've gone ahead and made some edits, but this is largely his thought...
8 Strategic Planning Tools That Organizations Often Use to Facilitate the Strategic Planning Process
When organizations are walking through a multi-month strategic planning process with a nonprofit consultant, there tend to be a variety of tools that get pulled out of the facilitation tool belt. In our work with 1300+ nonprofit organizations, we have found that...
The 10 Best Nonprofit Consultants & How to Choose The One That Is Right For You
In the realm of nonprofit organizations where every dollar donated is a potential lifeline for a cause, the expertise of nonprofit consultants can shine like a guiding star. Their goal is to work behind the scenes using their knowledge and experience to help...
7 Steps to Lead Your Nonprofit Board Through Strategic Planning
In most successful nonprofits, the board requires a refreshed strategic plan every 3-5 years and this can feel like drudgery. But in reality, this is one of the most important ways a CEO or Executive Director can win in their role. For the sake of this article, we...
5 Mistakes Nonprofits Make When Hiring a Consultant
In the complex world of nonprofits, hiring a consultant can feel like trying to figure out how to summon a wizard to solve your organization's most pressing challenges. While consultants possess a particular expertise, nonprofits can sometimes stumble into avoidable...
3 Strategic Planning Mistakes that Kill a Nonprofit
When you are leading a nonprofit organization, strategic planning is the compass that charts an intentional course toward your vision. However, like any adventure, it is not without pitfalls. So picture this as a journey like any other journey: While there are high...
3 Nonprofit Strategic Planning Templates
Strategic Planning Summary: Strategic planning is a deliberate process aimed at shaping the future priorities of a nonprofit organization. It hinges on the active involvement of key stakeholders, such as staff members, significant donors, strategic volunteers, and the...
5 Shifts to Increase Generosity in Your Church
Empower your church to embrace generosity. Learn how to nurture a culture of giving and help people grow in generosity as disciples of Jesus.