Nonprofits can learn from Dr. King’s approach to his aspirations. It all starts with a big dream.

Annual performance reviews for the nonprofit executive do not have to be seen as a burdensome chore for the board. They can be positive and enjoyable.

“The board has only one employee: the Executive Director. Please discuss operational issues with her—this is outside my role as a board member.”

A board retreat is an unparalleled opportunity for progress forward.

Nonprofit response to community need during and following the December 4 Thomas Fire and then the January 9 flood and mudslides has been nothing short of heroic. And it continues.

As each year draws to a close, I encourage organizations look back over the past months and make a list of their accomplishments.

Each person has an approach to leading that feels right. But is your natural way of leading producing the best results for you?

The California Attorney General has stipulated that charitable organizations with annual gross revenues of $2 million or more are subject to the audit requirement.

Embezzlement -- fraud committed by employees and volunteers -- is especially painful in community nonprofits.

A well-functioning board of directors is not only essential to meeting legal requirements but also critical in helping a nonprofit achieve its goals and mission.