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Nonprofit Event Sponsors—Court ‘Em and Keep ‘Em
Learn inside tips on building relationships with sponsors from Shelby Sim, the new Sales Manager at the Bacara Resort, who has been on both sides of the event sponsorship table--as "asker" and as "giver."
Leadership Development: Five Things All Nonprofits Should Know
Read this excellent article from Stanford Social Innovation Review to discover the benefits of leadership development for nonprofit executives and their organizations.
Transforming the Nonprofit Sector by Advocating for Systemic Change
In this compelling interview with Easy Lift CEO, Ernesto Paredes, he tells how nonprofits can significantly improve their own sector by working together with funders, businesses, and local government.
Media Publicity—Three Ways to Increase Your Nonprofit’s Visibility
There are three parts to the secret of getting your nonprofit’s message published—the story, the relationships, and self-promotion. Find out how you can increase your nonprofit's visibility in the community.
Dramatic Demographic Changes Impact Nonprofits
How relevant will your nonprofit be in five years? What are you doing today to meet the dramatic changes looming just ahead? Read this article to find out what your organization can do today to ensure future relevancy and effectiveness.
Institutional Philanthropy—Unraveling the Mystique
Catherine Brozowski has spent her entire career serving a wide variety of foundations—corporate, family, and community. In this interview, Brozowski shares her unique and incredibly valuable perspective on the most effective strategies nonprofits can use when working with the various types of foundations.
Hit Your Nonprofit, Business and Personal Targets--Three Must-Have Components
The next time you face a big goal—whether in the board room or your living room—remember that achieving that goal will depend on three must-have components. Here's the formula: Balance + Focus + Trust = Success!
Nonprofit Sustainability—The Essential Role of Strategic Planning
Read this informative interview with Brian Knowles who has a long history of leading strategic planning and market studies in the technology arena. He has a lot of wisdom to offer our nonprofits.
[Originally published in Noozhawk.com April 2, 2014.]
Changing the Narrative on Nonprofit "Overhead"
CalNonprofits board member Kim Klein, nationally known for her biting insight and wit about all things nonprofit writes about ways of rethinking “Overhead” costs by talking to donors about the real cost of meeting your mission.
Nonprofit Boards—Moving From Good to Great
A nonprofit board plays a critical role in determining whether an organization is great or just good enough. Let’s look at five key traits you will see in boards leading outstanding nonprofits.