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Through the nation’s history, nonprofits have emerged as key players in addressing societal needs and providing essential services to marginalized communities. But nonprofits have also had negative impacts on the very people they claimed to serve. We invite you to join us in learning more about the history of American nonprofits so that we can take these lessons from the past and apply them to the challenges that we face today.
Each Incubator cohort, we work to bring grant seed funding to one of our participants to elevate their organization's mission. This past fall, Period Kits Ohio received funding from our partners to further their work.
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Do you have all of the documents and information funders are asking for? And if you do, when was the last time they were updated? Here are 5 strategies to build a grants-ready nonprofit so you can avoid unnecessary stress and exhaustion and always be ready to apply for grants, even if your nonprofit is busy or if the deadline is short.
Creating an accurate, achievable, and realistic budget for your nonprofit is incredibly important, as the budget creates the financial backbone of the entire organization. However, with so many ever-changing costs to factor in, plus the sometimes-unpredictable fluctuation of funding, budgeting can feel like a guessing game, and even the tidiest itemized spreadsheet can become an intimidating puzzle. Here are some tips to make the process easier and avoid the pitfalls that often come with creating a complex budget.
As your nonprofit progresses over time, stagnation becomes the enemy. To reach more clients, you’ll need to widen your net in a variety of ways: expand your reach, broaden your plans, and hire more employees. Before you can focus on these facets of your business, however, you’ll want to look closely at scaling up your budget.
As your nonprofit progresses over time, stagnation becomes the enemy. To reach more clients, you’ll need to widen your net in a variety of ways: expand your reach, broaden your plans, and hire more employees. Before you can focus on these facets of your business, however, you’ll want to look closely at scaling up your budget.
Each Incubator cohort, we work to bring grant seed funding to one of our participants to elevate their organization's mission. This past spring, The A&R Agency received funding from our partners to further their work.
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Learn more about our client The Natasha Watley Foundation and the work they’re doing to bring softball to girls in underserved areas. We’ve been working with Natasha for nearly two years and are excited to share the progress they have made.
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Read MoreIf you’re thinking about upgrading your database here is our advice on taking the plunge. This is part of our new series on non-profit technology and systems growth. Check back in for database software reviews, database feature spotlights, and more info on getting all you need out of your technology.
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Building a more meaningful nonprofit board is a critical task for organizations striving to make a lasting impact on their communities and causes. An engaged and effective board can be a driving force behind an organization's success. To help you navigate this journey, here are some recommendations on how to build a more meaningful nonprofit board.