by Funding For Good | Mar 10, 2023 | Budgeting, Leadership Development, Nonprofit Capacity Building
On the heels of the Great Resignation and Quiet Quitting, staff turnover and success are top of mind for many nonprofit leaders. And for good reason. Gallup research reveals that: The cost of replacing an individual employee can range from one-half to two times the...
by Funding For Good | Feb 14, 2023 | Board Development, Nonprofit Capacity Building
Is your mostly volunteer-run nonprofit ready to take the leap and hire its first executive staff member? If so, then you’re about to join the ranks of nonprofit startups taking a critical step toward long-term growth, sustainability, and capacity building. For your...
by Funding For Good | Jan 3, 2023 | Board Development, Nonprofit Capacity Building
Nonprofit capacity building is an evergreen topic for boards and executive directors. Why? Because our organizations are always growing and changing to meet shifting community needs. Imagine this: Your programs are humming along. Your fundraising is on the rise. Your...
by Funding For Good | Dec 1, 2022 | Nonprofit Capacity Building, Strategic Planning
Whether it’s the end of the year, the start of a quarter, or a mid-year reflection, there’s never a wrong moment to think about keeping your team energized and engaged. Fortunately, nonprofits have a powerful tool in their toolbox: vision and mission. Retaining great...
by Funding For Good | Nov 22, 2022 | Nonprofit Capacity Building, Strategic Planning
It often seems that strategic insight comes from the most unexpected places or moments. You could be in the shower when the idea for how to revamp a social media campaign hits you. Or perhaps you’re out walking your dog when you suddenly realize the solution to a...
by Funding For Good | Nov 17, 2022 | Nonprofit Capacity Building, Strategic Planning
Asking for advice is never easy. But it’s hard, maybe impossible, to overestimate the power of good strategic advice, whether it comes from within your organization or externally. A recent NPR piece about Polar Night, reminded us just how valuable advice from trusted,...